Let's Do The News! (March 19, 2025)

                   

                                        

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- Senate President Chiz Escudero clarifies that the ICC trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte will not affect the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Meanwhile, VP Duterte announced that former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque and former executive secretary Salvador Medialdea will not be part of FPRRD's legal team.

- British lawyer Nicholas Kaufman, the lead counsel of former President Rodrigo Duterte, vows to provide a strong defense in the former president's case.

- Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil assured that he will not allow intimidation and violence to flourish in Maguindanao, especially as the 2025 midterm elections are approaching.

- Senate President Francis Escudero has criticized Kabataan Party-list Rep. Raoul Manuel for his comments on the Senate's plan to shelter Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa when he is arrested by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Escudero reminded the congressman that the institutional courtesy that will be extended to Dela Rosa is the same as that given by the House in the so-called Batasan 5.

- In conjunction with the Balikatan Exercises with the Americans this year, various Philippine Navy assets will be firing missiles. Navy Flag Officer-in-Command Vice Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta confirmed the Navy's participation in the Maritime Cooperative Activity during the annual joint military drills.

- Two NASA astronauts that remained on the moon for nine months have safely returned to Earth. The capsule carrying the two astronauts who spent nearly a year in space splashed down off Florida coast.

- Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has resumed combat with "full force" after deadly Gaza strikes, adding "this is just the beginning".

- The FIA tightens up rear wheel flexibility tests ahead of F1's Chinese Grand Prix.

- Donkervoort teases its next vehicle coming soon.

- Mercedes-AMG discontinued the A45.

- LEGO teams up with Pokemon for its new line of Pokemon LEGO toys coming in 2026.

- The new Cat's Eye TV anime is coming to Disney+ this September.

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Let's Do The News! (March 18, 2025)

                  

                                        

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- The Philippine Government may appoint its own lawyer to defend former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest from the International Criminal Court in response to the joint habeas corpus cases of Duterte's children.

- The International Criminal Court is ready to compensate victims of crimes brought before it, once the accused is proven guilty. According to the ICC's video explainer, this includes monetary compensation, rehabilitation, or medical support.

- Six people reportedly died after the plane they were traveling in crashed on Roatan Island, Honduras.

- King Charles III's planned visit to the Vatican in April will still go ahead amid Pope Francis' medical condition, Buckingham Palace says.

- US President Donald Trump is laying off some of the workforce from the state-run Voice of America news network.

- The Renault 5 Turbo 3E will have 536bhp of power, a record 4,800Nm of torque, a 0-100kph of 3.5 seconds, and 270kph of top speed. Only 1980 units will be made.

2027 Renault 5 Turbo 3E

- Seiyuu Shiki Aoki goes on hiatus due to health.

- Actor Jo Jung Suk will make his special appearance in Weak Hero Class 2.

- The family of the late actress Kim Sae Ron requested an apology and filed a lawsuit against Kim Soo Hyun.

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Let's Do The News! (March 17, 2025)

                 

                                        

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- The Malacañang is disappointed by former Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea's statement that former president Rodrigo Duterte allegedly disappeared while under the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court.

- The ICC may soon allow victims of the Duterte administration's bloody war on drugs to speak in the chamber.

- The Philippine National Police is prepared to cooperate should Interpol order the arrest of Duterte allies linked to the extrajudicial killings,

- At least 31 individuals were killed while 101 others were injured, mostly women and children, in the massive military attack launched by US President Donald Trump against the militant group Houthis due to the group's bombing of ships passing through the Red Sea.

- According to the Vatican, Pope Francis is still undergoing therapy as he prepares for 2028, which will mark 15 years since his election as Pope in 2013.

- A new Battle Spirits anime series is coming soon.

- K-drama Taxi Driver returns for its third season coming soon.

- The cast of the K-drama series Field Mouse was announced.

- Kim Soo Hyun's endorsement list was shortened amid controversy with his late girlfriend Kim Sae Ron.

- A damaged wall was seen inside the TNT locker room at the MOA Arena after their PBA Commissioner's Cup Game 2 defeat by Ginebra 71-70. The series tied with 1 win each.

- LVN legend Delia Razon dies at the age of 94.

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Let's Do The News! (March 14, 2025)

                

                                        

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- Davao City 1st district Rep. Paolo Duterte called out Philippine President Bongbong Marcos, PNP Chief Rommel Francisco Marbil, AFP Chief Romeo Brawner Jr., and CIDG Chief Nicolas Torre III, as well as all those who arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte. On his Facebook account, Rep. Duterte asked the aforementioned individuals where his father was because he said he was not in the International Criminal Court.

- Former President Rodrigo Duterte has appointed former Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea as his counsel ahead of his appearance before the ICC Pre-Trial Chamber.

- The European Union is sending one of its delegates to the Philippines to monitor the May 2025 midterm elections.

- NLEX will undergo various maintenance projects throughout 2025.

- Russian President Vladimir Putin agrees that the war in Ukraine must end but says the plan has to "lead to long-term peace" and "remove root causes of crisis".

- The Ligier JS F4 Series was renamed as Ligier Junior Formula Championship.

- The all-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA was unveiled.

2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA

- Silent Hill f video game is coming soon to PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

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Let's Do The News! (March 13, 2025)

               

                                        

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- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte thanked her supporters as she joined alongside her embattled father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is en route to The Netherlands facing trial with the ICC for his alleged crimes against humanity.

- Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa will speak with Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero to seek protection from the PH Senate amid his possible arrest by the International Criminal Court. According to Dela Rosa, one of his options is to seek protection from the Senate to prevent the possibility of his arrest.

- Pope Francis's health remains stable and his recent chest scan shows improvement.

- The Pakistan army says it has freed over 300 hostages from a passenger train seized by the militant group in Balochistan province.

- The vessel's owner says the captain of the cargo ship that crashed in the North Sea is a Russian national.

- The Mitsuoka Himiko is ending production this year and a one-of-ten Final Himiko special model will feature one exterior color in each unit.

2025 Mitsuoka Final Himiko

- BMW previews its Neue Klasse era sedan.

- All You Need Is Kill is getting an anime adaptation.

- Saudi-based mobile publisher Scopely will take over Niantic's game business. Niantic will sell Pokémon GO, Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now for US$3.85 billion.

- Kim Soo Hyun faces backlash for his alleged relationship with the late actress Kim Sae Ron.

- Boxer Carl Jammes Martin is making his US debut in his Las Vegas fight against Colombian boxer Jose Sanmartin in their 10-round fight in Las Vegas this March 22nd.

- Comedian Vice Ganda warns against fake posts about former president Rodrigo Duterte.

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Let's Do The News! (March 12, 2025)

              

                                        

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- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos says they have a document that will explain the basis for the arrest of his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte. President Marcos insists there is no politics involved in the arrest of his predecessor.

- A holy mass was held at the EDSA Shrine attended by individuals who support the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. According to the Clergy for Good Governance, the mass is being offered to the victims of extrajudicial killings that occurred during the previous administration.

- Senator Bong Go shared a photo of former president Rodrigo Duterte, reportedly in Dubai with former executive secretary Salvador Medialdea.

- Atty. Salvador Panelo, along with his son Atty. Salvador Paolo Jr., filed a writ of habeas corpus with the PH Supreme Court to challenge the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte.

- The Trump administration's 25% tariff on all imports of steel and aluminum takes effect. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump halts plan to double steel and aluminum tariffs for Canadian imports, according to senior officials.

- Ukraine says it is ready to accept the 30-day ceasefire, as the US says the "ball now in Russia's court". Meanwhile, the US says it will resume intel sharing and security assistance to Ukraine immediately.

- The Lexus RZ was updated for the 2026 model year with the inclusion of a steer-by-wire yoke. In addition to the front-wheel-drive 224PS RZ350e and the 381PS 4WD RZ500e, it features the range-topper RZ550e F Sport with twin-motor setup generating 408PS of power and Interactive Manual Drive feature.

- The Morgan Supersport was unveiled. The new model is powered by the 3.0L turbo six-cylinder engine with 335bhp of power while mated to a BMW-sourced 8-speed AT.

2026 Morgan Supersport

- The Longbow Roadster and Speedster were unveiled.

- Nissan names Ivan Espinosa as the company's new CEO.

- The Billiard Sports Confederation of the Philippines has been suspended by the Asian Confederation of Billiard Sport. As a result, the Philippine Olympic Committee has been asked to manage the affairs of billiards in the country for the next three months. The Philippine sports body cited several reasons for this suspension, including conflicts of interest, the failure to hold elections for an extended period, organizing international tournaments without the necessary approvals from either the Asian or world governing bodies and a lack of proper care for Filipino billiard athletes.

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Let's Do The News! (March 11, 2025)

             

                                        

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- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested on ICC warrant over his drug war.

- The Office for Transportation Security has named three of its personnel who were fired for their "tanim-bala" scheme. The sacked Screening Security Officers are Guia Anne Saturos, Charmaine Saddam, and Jobelle Abesamis.

- Pope Francis's condition is improving but he remains hospitalized to recover from his bilateral pneumonia.

- One crew member remains missing and the search has ended after the North Sea collision with both ships still on fire. The tanker in the North Sea collision was carrying US military jet fuel while the cargo ship had sodium cyanide on board.

- US stocks plunged as fears grew over the Trump regime's tariffs. The NASDAQ dropped 4 percent, and other markets suffered heavy losses.

- The FIA is taking full control of the WorldRX and EuroRX after promoter exit.

- Seiyuu Yoshimasa Hosoya announces marriage.

- Actor Kim Mu-yeol will star in the live-action adaptation of the webtoon Get Schooled.

- INFINITE member Sunjoing won the lawsuit against his former agency for unpaid earnings.

- Singer Wheesung passed away at the age of 43.

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Let's Do The News! (March 10, 2025)

            

                                        

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- Senator Grace Poe insisted that authorities should not allow the "tanim-bala" scheme to flourish again at airports. This is despite Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon having already fired three personnel of the Office of Transport Security (OTS) after they were involved in the suspected "planting of bullets" incident involving a 69-year-old female passenger bound for Vietnam on March 6.

- The International Criminal Court (ICC) Office of the Prosecutor will comment on the arrest warrant issued against former President Rodrigo Duterte.

- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's statement that the incident in the West Philippine Sea was a "shadow play" was contradicted by the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

- The Kanlaon Volcano has erupted again in the past 24 hours, lasting five minutes. According to PHIVOLCS data, this was recorded at around 2036 hours Manila Time last night. It also had seven volcanic earthquakes, including one volcanic tremor.

- Prince Frederik of Luxembourg dies at 22.

- Porsche's Taycan Turbo GT has set the fastest EV record at Interlagos with a lap time 1:42.1.

- Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, the sequel to the hit 2019 video game created by Hideo Kojima, arrives this June 26, 2025.

- Cha Seung Won signs with KeyEast.

- LeBron James is expected to miss at least one to two weeks with a groin strain, according to reports.

- The list of celebrities from ABS-CBN and GMA-7 taking part in the Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition was unveiled.

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Let's Do The News! (March 8, 2025)

           

                                        

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- The WW2 bomb found near Gare du Nord station was defused with Paris Eurostar services to restart later.

- US President Donald Trump is leading the 2026 FIFA World Cup task force. Trump met up with FIFA officials amid tensions between neighboring North American nations Canada and Mexico and expressed interest in attending multiple games spanning across North America.

- Cadillac officially joins the F1 grid this 2026 season.

- Megastar YouTuber MrBeast crashed a Formula E racing machine. MrBeast was given a chance to try the Formula E GEN3 EVO machine at the Evo Sessions event and hit the barriers on just his second lap.

- All-female testing sessions for Formula E will return in Season 12.

- The 2025 F1 Academy season brings back Chloe Chong to the grid, this time representing Charlotte Tilbury and Rodin Motorsport.

- The Kamen Rider franchise is getting an anime adaptation of the Tojima Tanzaburo wa Kamen Rider ni Naritai manga.

- A rebooted Biohazard/Resident Evil live-action movie is coming this September 2026 and will be distributed by Sony Pictures.

- THE IDOLM@STER Tours arcade game goes live this March 26, 2025.

- The moving life-size replica of the Legendary Pokemon Koraidon, made in collaboration with Honda, was unveiled. It will be displayed at the Honda Welcome Plaza Aoyama until March 9th.

- Investigators revealed that actor Gene Hackman's wife Betsy Arakawa died from a rare hantavirus a week before the actor's death from natural causes.

- Actress Pamela Bach, the ex-wife of veteran actor David Hasselhoff, passed away at the age of 62. Bach co-starred Hasselhoff in series like Knight Rider and Baywatch. The cause of her death is suicide, according to reports.

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Let's Do The News! (March 7, 2025)

          

                                        

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- House Committee on Foreign Affairs Chairperson and Pangasinan 3rd District Rep. Rachel Arenas has asked relevant government agencies to release a new map of the Philippines. According to Arenas, the map should clearly show all the areas of our country's maritime territory, including Palawan, and our political boundaries. Arenas' call came following the spread of China's claim to Palawan on social media.

- The PH Department of Education is adding over 7000 admin staff at public schools.

- The Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines urged the faithful to avoid "inappropriate clapping" during masses.

- The DENR has completely canceled the agreement with the developer of the Masungi Georeserve in Rizal due to illegality and not going through the bidding process.

- Senate Majority Floor Leader Francis Tolentino hopes that the incident of the crash of an FA-50 fighter jet in Bukidnon, which killed two pilots, will not hinder the modernization program of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP). According to Tolentino, instead, this should be a way to encourage the further improvement of our defense equipment.

- Eurostar and local French trains were disrupted at Paris Gare du Nord station after an unexploded World War Two bomb was found nearby.

- US President Donald Trump suspends some tariffs on Canada until next month, after granting a similar exemption in Mexico.

- Maserati cancels the EV variant of the MC20 supercar due to lack of interest.

- Racing game Rennsport is coming to Xbox Series and PlayStation5 consoles this year.

- One Punch Man Season 3 airs this October 2025.

- BBC's Doctor Who TV series's 2nd season casts Freddie Fox.

Let's Do The News! (March 6, 2025)

         

                                        

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- The Philippine Air Force (PAF) has promised to support the families of the two pilots who tragically lost their lives in the crash of their FA-50 #002 fighter jet. The PAF confirmed yesterday that the aircraft and its two pilots were found deceased in Mt. Kalatungan, Barangay Mirayon, Talakag, Bukidnon.

- Training continues for individuals who will serve in the 2025 midterm elections. Nearly one million individuals are currently training for the upcoming elections in May. Among them are personnel from the Department of Education Supervisor Official (DESO) and DESO Technical Support Staff.

- The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) announced that Pope Francis appointed Fr. Herman Abcede as the new bishop of Daet in Camarines Norte. The CBCP said Father Abcede will replace Archbishop Rex Andrew Alarcon who was transferred to the archdiocese of Caceres in 2024.

- The US held talks with Hamas over Israeli hostages in Gaza.

- A child was killed another hurt after they are hit by a car on a sports pitch in Cumbria, England, as the police arrested the driver.

- Millions of Europeans began boycotting American products and services after failed talks between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, which prompted the Trump administration to halt Ukraine aid. Many Europeans also began canceling subscriptions to platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, and MAX. Additionally, Apple products were replaced with alternatives, and new apps are being developed to help consumers spot and avoid American goods in stores.

- Volkswagen showcased its ID.Every1 concept, previewing the company's affordable EV city car.

Volkswagen ID.Every1 Concept

- The Volvo ES90 EV sedan was unveiled.

2026 Volvo ES90

- The Cadillac Escalade IQL was unveiled.

2026 Cadillac Escalade IQL

- A Baki Hanma video game is coming to consoles and PC this September.

- The Beginning After The End TV anime airs this April 2.

- OMEGA X member Jaehan is undergoing surgery and dropped out of the musical due to his injury.

- DRIPPIN member Hwang Yunseong announced his military enlistment date. Yunseong will be enlisted in the military this March 24th.

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Let's Do The News! (March 5, 2025)

        

                                        

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- The National Food Authority (NFA) continues to mill rice in the country to decongest warehouses this summer. In Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon, NFA Administrator Larry Lacson said that space in warehouses will increase once all the rice is milled.

- Senator Risa Hontiveros revealed that the three Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGO) bosses deported by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) did not make it to China. During the Senate hearing, Hontiveros identified POGO bosses Lyu Xun, Kong Xiangrui, and Wang Shangle as among the first to be deported by the agency.

- PhilHealth launched its Outpatient Benefits Package for Mental Health to help Filipinos with mental health problems. The new package covers services such as assessments, follow-up consultations, diagnostic tests, and psychosocial support for those who have depression, psychosis, epilepsy, child and adolescent mental disorders, dementia, and self-harm or suicide tendencies.

- Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says "We will not back down from a fight" and slams the Trump administration's tariff imposition on Canadian goods as a "dumb thing to do".

- "Time to make things right" - Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky expresses regret over the White House row and says Ukraine is ready to "work fast to end the war". A few moments ago, in the aftermath of the failed talks between the two presidents, US President Donald Trump paused aid for Ukraine while European leaders, including UK PM Keir Starmer, backed Zelensky.

- Brendon Hartley will replace Alex Lynn at Wayne Taylor Racing for next week's 12 Hours of Sebring race. Meanwhile, Juan Manuel Correa is making his IMSA debut with United Autosports in the Sebring bout.

- Ferrari blocked Enrico Cardile's role in Aston Martin after winning a legal case against its former technical director. 

- A first in Audi's rollback in its naming scheme, the sixth-generation A6 was unveiled and for the first time, it's offered only in Avant. It will be powered by a choice of 2.0L petrol and 2.0L diesel with MHEV, all mated to a seven-speed DSG.

2026 Audi A6 Avant

- The Lotus Emira range was updated for the 2026 model year with the introduction of the Emira Turbo SE model with its AMG 2.0L turbo engine boosted to 400HP, matching the performance of the Emira V6 variant with its supercharged 3.5L V6 engine, but with 44 more torque. Mated to an 8-speed DCT, it has a 182mph top speed.

2026 Lotus Emira Turbo SE

- Seiyuu Himari Hazuki will retire at the end of March 2025, her agency announced. As a result of the announcement, she will step down from her role as Merm4id member Saori Hidaka from the D4DJ franchise.

- PlayStation launches its new beta program for testing its upcoming games and PS5/PS App features. Players can register for free to express interest in beta access to games and new features.

- KBS denies reports that the TV network blocked Xiumin's appearance in the variety show Music Bank due to the SM dispute.

- The Netflix original K-drama, Karma, arrives this April 4th.

- Lamont Roach's lawyer has sent a letter to the NYSAC, demanding the majority draw with Gervonta Davis to be overturned.

- Taiwanese actor Darren Wang is under investigation for his alleged attempted murder.

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Let's Do The News! (March 4, 2025)

       

                                        

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- Presidential Communications Office ad interim Secretary Jay Ruiz accepted the courtesy resignation of Toby Nebrida as general manager of the state-run television network People's Television Network (PTV).

- One of the Philippine Air Force's FA-50 fighter jets went missing early this morning. The said fighter jet disappeared while conducting tactical night operations before reaching Mactan, Cebu.

- COMELEC dismissed the disqualification case against the Tulfo family.

- The Commission on Appointments (CA) has received the documents related to the appointment of Transportation Secretary Vivencio "Vince" Dizon and Presidential Communications Office Secretary Jaybee Ruiz.

- US President Donald Trump criticizes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for saying peace with Russia is very far away. Days after failed talks with Zelensky, the US halted aid to Ukraine while European leaders expressed concern that the Ukraine war would not end without US support.

- One person was killed when a car drove into a crowd in the German city of Mannheim.

- Painter Jack Vettriano, best known for his painting "The Singing Butler", passed away at the age of 73.

- Nissan officially ended sales of the GT-R after 18 years.

- A fully autonomous Maserati MC20 set a new autonomous driving world speed record at the Kennedy Space Center at 197.7mph.

- Mattias Ekstrom and Max McRae have been forced to withdraw from this weekend’s Race of Champions event in Sydney, Australia.

- Katherine Legge will make her NASCAR Cup Series debut at this Sunday's race in Phoenix.

- Joanne Ciconte completes MP Motorsport's 2025 F1 Academy lineup.

- An anime adaptation of the Genso Suikoden franchise was announced, including a new mobile game, manga, stage play, and concert.

- Oleksandr Gvozdyk wants a "dream fight" against Callum Smith when he returns for his April 19th fight.

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Let's Do The News! (March 3, 2025)

      

                                        

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- EDSA Busway operations to continue even as EDSA rehabilitation begins in March, says PH Department of Transportation Sec. Vince Dizon.

- The number of areas of concern for the upcoming elections, may change, says Comelec Chair George Erwin Garcia.

- Senator Sherwin Gatchalian called for a "whole-of-government approach" to completely dismantle the syndicates that are still behind the proliferation of illegal POGOs in the Philippines.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) and the Commission on Elections (Comelec) have recorded 29 validated election-related incidents. In an ambush interview at Kampo Krame earlier today, Comelec Chairman George Erwin Garcia said that aside from the 29 ERIs, the National Police is still investigating 12 to 15 incidents, most of which are from the BARMM.

- Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelsnky says he is "ready to sign" the US minerals deal days after failed talks with US President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveils a plan to help Ukraine after hosting the European summit.

- Toyota's Yaris and Yaris Cross lineup were updated for the 2025 Model Year with the introduction of the special Urbano variant.

2025 Toyota Yaris Urbano

2025 Toyota Yaris Cross Urbano

- MG teases its upcoming new EV, the MGS5 EV, coming this Spring 2025.

- The Iron Lynx team confirms the line-up for their third Le Mans entry.

- A new Haikyu!! movie, titled Where Monsters Go, is announced and this movie centers on the Fukurodani-Mujinazaka match.

- Zo In Sung has officially parted ways with his longtime agency NS ENM after 13 years.

- BBC's Doctor Who TV series 2nd season casts Rylan as the Interstellar Stong Contest host. The 2nd season airs this April 12th.

- Anora wins Best Picture and others at the 2025 Academy Awards.

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- US and Ukrainian Presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky clash over ending the Ukraine war during their meeting in the White House. Zelensky abruptly left the White House as Trump told him to "come back when he's ready to peace" while accusing Zelensky of "gambling with World War III". UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer retains "unwavering support" for Ukraine and has spoken to Trump and Zelensky. In the aftermath of the extraordinary tirade, the minerals deal between the US and Ukraine was not signed.

- Skype is shutting down this May, according to Microsoft.

- The F1 Academy series reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its future talent pipeline by announcing an inaugural rookie test and a continued collaboration with the Champions of the Future Academy Program.

- A Prime Video docuseries centering on the Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup will stream this March 25th.

- The Grand Theft Auto Online game will feature the Oscar Guzman Flies Again update coming March 4th.

- The first part of the Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle movie arrives in cinemas this July 18th.

- The TV anime Princession Orchestra premieres this April 6th on TV Tokyo at 0900 Japan Time.

- The Hell Teacher Nube TV anime reboot premieres this July 2025.

- The next KING OF PRISM movie will be titled Prism Tours and will show in theaters this June 27. This movie features guest characters from PriPara, Kiratto PriChan, and Waccha PriMagi.

- The Netflix original series Weak Hero's first part premieres this March 25 while the second part coming this 2nd quarter of 2025.

- Actor Kim Seon Ho signs with Fantagio.

- Actress Kang Myung Joo passes away at 54.

- Auburn football coach Hugh Freeze was recently diagnosed with prostate cancer and is expected to make a full recovery after doctors detected the disease in its early stages.

- GMA-7 wins TV station of the year and 20 citations at the 2025 Platinum Stallion National Media Awards.

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Let's Do The News! (February 28, 2025)

    

                                        

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- House Assistant Majority Leader and Manila Rep. Ernix Dionisio Jr. firmly believes that Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators or POGOs contributed greatly to the Philippines' removal from the Financial Action Task Force's money laundering watchlist.

- Senate President Francis Escudero simply ignored Malacañang's comments on how to expedite the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte.

- The Malacañang has stood by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s position regarding China's call to remove America's Typhoon missile from the South China Sea. According to Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Usec. and Palace Press Officer Atty. Claire Castro, the President's stance on this matter remains unchanged. He said that if China wants to make demands, President Marcos also has conditions.

- US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer held talks at the White House. The UK plans to surrender the sovereignty of the Chagos Island while keeping a joint UK-US base there.

- The BBC apologizes for "serious flaws" over its Gaza documentary and says there are "no plans" to air it again in its current form.

- Forza Horizon 5 for PlayStation5 will arrive this April 29, 2025, but Premium Edition purchasers have early access this April 25, 2025, alongside the new Horizon Realms feature and the available Nissan Retro Rides Car Pack featuring the Nissan PAO, Nissan S-Cargo, Nissan Figaro, and the Nissan Be-1.

- As production of the ICE-powered Alpine A110 ends this 2026, a series of 70th-anniversary special models for the outgoing A110 were released such as the A110 R 70 and the A110 GTS.

2025 Alpine A110
2025 Alpine A110 GTS
2025 Alpine A110 R 70

- The recent Pokémon Day presentation announced the development of a new game titled Pokémon Champions. Additionally, the Pokémon Legends Z-A game for the Nintendo Switch is set to be released in late 2025. Furthermore, the Netflix original series Pokémon Concierge will return with new episodes in September 2025.

- The list of winners of the 2025 Korean Music Awards.

- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reinstating Super Bowl-winning former head coach Jon Gruden into the team's Ring of Honor.

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Let's Do The News! (February 27, 2025)

   

                                        

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- Senate Secretary Renato Bantug Jr. that he is ready to prosecute Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte. Bantug is aware that his duties as clerk of the impeachment court will be onerous.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) is still verifying the authenticity and context of the allegedly leaked memorandum related to the issue of the PNP convoy passing through the EDSA bus lane. According to the PNP, they remain committed to transparency, accountability, and integrity in all their operations and communications.

- The Commission on Elections, together with various survey firms, launched the Task Force on Regulation and Enforcement of Survey Practices for Election Credibility and Transparency.

- Several federal agencies across the United States are facing layoffs as part of the shakeup by the Trump administration.

- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer repeats call for US security guarantee for Ukraine to deter Putin as he prepares to meet President Donald Trump in Washington.

- Andrew and Tristan Tate, given a travel ban while facing rape, money laundering, and trafficking allegations, have left Romania, according to reports.

- F1 Academy named TAG Heuer as its official timekeeper. In addition, Aiva Anagnostiadis joins the grid as a HiTech team driver with the backing of TAG Heuer.

- The Pokemon franchise teams up with Honda to create a moving replica of the legendary Pokemon Koraidon.

- New character additions for the Himitsu no AiPri TV anime's second season were announced. The new season casts Eri Kitamura as Ring Clover, Rio Tsuchiya as Julia Igarashi, Rina Kawaguchi as Elle Rokudo, Tatsuyuki Kobayashi as Subaru Nanaura, Kirara Omori as Otome Nanaura, and Momoka Terasawa as Bibi Hachioji. Season 2 premieres this April 6 on TV Tokyo at its new timeslot; 0930 Japan Time.

- The Fire Force TV anime's final season premieres this April 4th.

- BBC's Doctor Who Season 2 premieres this April 12th on BBC iPlayer in the UK and on Disney+ worldwide. The new season adds Alan Cumming as the voice of the villainous cartoon character Mr. Ring-a-Ding.

- Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead, according to police.

- Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in The Adventures of Pete & Pete, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Gossip Girl, passed away at the age of 39.

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Let's Do The News! (February 26, 2025)

  

                                        

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- The Philippine National Police Anti-Kidnapping Group (PNP-AKG) in collaboration with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) successfully rescued a kidnapped 14-year-old student studying at a high-end private school in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig.

- The Police Regional Office Bangsamoro has formed a Special Investigation Task Group "Vice Mayor Samama" to ensure the speedy delivery of justice in the shooting of Vice Mayor Mohammad Omar Samama on Monday. According to PRO BAR Regional Director BGen. Romeo Macapaz, the SITG will focus on gathering information that will pave the way for resolving the case and identifying those responsible for the incident.

- The COMELEC expects to increase areas of concern as the elections proceed this May 12th.

- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has rescued 14 people aboard the MBCA Ayoshi Kim Rin 8 that sank in the ocean between Balicasag Island and Panglao, Bohol, based on the latest PCG report.

- A Ukrainian official says the terms of the minerals deal with the US agreed. The US is seeking access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals in exchange Kyiv wants security.

- Hennessey released an 850HP Super Venom tuning kit for the seventh-generation Ford Mustang GT and Dark Horse. Only 91 models will be commissioned with prices starting at $149,950.

- The 2025 F1 Academy season will reintroduce Reverse Grid races. The structure of the race weekend will remain consistent with that of 2024, featuring up to two Free Practice sessions, one Qualifying session, and two Races. In this setup, Race 1 will utilize a reverse grid format. The starting grid for Race 1 will be determined by reversing the top eight drivers from the Qualifying classification. All other drivers will start based on their qualifying positions. Points will be awarded to the top eight finishers, and an additional point will be given to the driver who records the fastest lap time among the top eight classified drivers.

- Diana Taurasi, WNBA's all-time leading scorer, announces retirement.

- NBA legend LeBron James and his son Bronny deny claims in a car-crash lawsuit.

- The BBC apologized for missed opportunities to tackle "bullying and misogynistic behavior" by DJ Tim Westwood.

- A 37-year-old male admits stalking Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas over six years.

- The Belo Medical Group won a lawsuit against its former executive.

- The MGI acquired the Miss Universe Thailand franchise for 180 million baht. The company will stage Miss Universe Thailand for five years.

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Let's Do The News! (February 25, 2025)

 

                                        

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- The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is cooperating with government agencies regarding the incident of the abduction of a student and his driver at a British School in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. During the National Press Club's weekly forum Meet the Press, Immigration Spokesman Dana Sandoval said they are investigating whether the abduction of the 14-year-old student is related to the POGO operation.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its campaign against illegal POGOs in compliance with President Bongbong Marcos' directive to implement the POGO total ban.

- Congressmen members of the Makabayan bloc called on President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to immediately call a special session of Congress so that the Senate can convene as an impeachment court to conduct the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

- Former Labour MP Mike Amesbury was jailed for 10 weeks after he punched a man in the street in Cheshire, England, last year.

- Nicole Havrda joins the F1 Academy grid under the American Express banner. Havrda is one of the drivers of the new Hitech Grand Prix team.

- KGM revived the Musso name for its first-ever EV pickup truck coming soon.

- BMW unveiled the special M4 CS VR46 Edition in honor of its driver Valentino Rossi. Only 46 units will be made and customers will have a chance to meet Valentino Rossi himself.

2025 BMW M4 CS VR46 Edition

- WRC drivers hit back on the FIA's swearing ban, slamming it as "unacceptable". Adrien Fourmaux was fined 10K euros for violating the swearing ban.

- Rivian unveiled California Dune editions of the R1T and the R1S range.

- The Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX TV series airs this April 8th.

- KPOP group KARD canceled the North American leg of their NEW ERA tour.

- Broadcaster Al Trautwig, 68, dies from complications of cancer.

- Cleveland Guardians owner Lawrence Dolan dies at 94.

- Along with his family and former teammates like Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, Andre Iguodala was honored by the Golden State Warriors when his No. 9 jersey was retired at the Chase Center.

- R&B legend Roberta Flack, known for the hit song Killing Me Softly, passed away at 88.

- Former Tahanang Pinakamasaya presenter Mavy Legaspi addresses critics following the announcement as one of the presenters of the Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition.

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Let's Do The News! (February 24, 2025)

                                        

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- The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) is ready to lead the National Task Force that will be established based on the order of Philippine President Bongbong Marcos. The task force aims to address the immediate needs and long-term rehabilitation of affected areas due to the continued eruption of Kanlaon Volcano.

- COMELEC released guidelines on poll debates.

- The LTFRB needs to carefully decide on the two-peso provisional fare increase on jeepney rides, according to Senator Sherwin Gatchalian.

- Several Chinese workers at Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO) who were deported after being arrested in the country, escaped while on a connecting flight back to China – according to the Presidential Anti-Organized Crime Commission (PAOCC).

- Pope Francis remains in critical condition and has a "slight" kidney issue according to Vatican officials.

- Germany's election results confirm victory for conservatives and a chance of forming a two-party coalition

- Aston Martin returns to DTM with the Comtoyou Racing team piloting the Vantage GT3 EVO.

- DreamNote member Youi will temporarily halt activities after the death of her father.

- BBC's Doctor Who TV series casts Christopher Chung.

- Transgender Hollywood star Hunter Schafer laments passport gender change.

- Actor Baron Geisler broke his silence after being arrested in Mandaue for drunkenness.

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