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

                         

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- The PH Senate's "user-friendly" official website was opened.

- The PH Department of Energy is urging gas companies to postpone the oil price hike in the wake of Super Typhoon Uwan.

- The DILG was thanked for its immediate action for local governments in preparation for Super Typhoon Uwan.

- The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) expedites repairs to the damaged floodgate at Paco Pumping Station in Manila.

- The Philippine National Police have scrambled police officers for the three-day protests by the Iglesia Ni Cristo this weekend.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has extended until 2028 the transition period for the full transfer of some functions and projects of the national government to local government units (LGUs). Under Executive Order No. 103, it is stated that LGUs are being given more time to strengthen their funds, personnel, and systems before fully assuming additional functions from the national government.

- Katie Wilson is taking a 91-vote lead against Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell as the vote-counting continues.

- US President Donald Trump threatens the BBC with legal action over the Panorama-edited January 6 speech.

- UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is about to face questions from the BBC ahead of this month's Budget.

- Several people were reportedly killed after a car explosion near a major landmark in Delhi.

- The all-electric Porsche Cayenne will be unveiled this November 19, 2025.

- The Needy Streamer Overdrive TV anime will air this April 2026.

- Starting February 12, 2026, the premium subscription fees for Pixiv, the art-sharing website, will increase to 590 yen per month.

- In a legal filing against LSU's board of supervisors, Brian Kelly's attorneys state that LSU has claimed it has not "formally terminated" Kelly as the head coach of the Tigers football team.

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

                        

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- An estimated 312 public schools nationwide were damaged by Super Typhoon Uwan, with Bicol and CALABARZON among the worst-hit regions. In the Situation Report of the DepEd Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service (DRRMS), as of 12 noon, 1,182 classrooms suffered minor damage, 366 were severely damaged, and 261 were completely destroyed. The number could increase as verification continues, as additional reports come in from regional and divisional offices.

- Parts of Metro Manila were flooded because of the Super Typhoon Uwan, according to the MMDA.

- The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) will investigate several local officials in Cebu for their scheduled trips to London and the United Kingdom amid the devastation of Typhoon Tino last week.

- Over 8,000 homes were damaged by Super Typhoon Uwan, according to the Office of Civil Defense.

- 26 police stations were damaged by Super Typhoon Uwan, according to the Philippine National Police.

- Fear and panic gripped Puerto Princesa, Palawan at 10:56 this morning after a loud explosion was heard in the area. According to the Western Command, the explosion was connected to the launch of China's Long March 12 rocket from Hainan. According to the Philippine Space Agency, debris from the rocket may have fallen 29 nautical miles from Puerto Princesa and 20 nautical miles from Tubbataha Reef.

- The US Senate passed a deal to end the lengthy government shutdown.

- A facelifted Suzuki Carry and Super Carry trucks were teased.

- The new Toyota Hilux was unveiled, and it's coming to Japan around mid-2026.

2027 Toyota Hilux

- Nissan sold off its Yokohama headquarters, but the car company won't be moving anywhere.

- Ott Tanak will retire from the WRC after the Rally Saudi Arabia.

- TOEI and TV Asahi have announced that Maya Imamori, who portrayed Sumino Ichikawa/Gozyu Unicorn in the TV series No.1 Sentai Gozyuger, has withdrawn due to a violation of Japan's underage drinking laws.

- HyunA reassures fans after fainting on stage during WATERBOMB MACAO.

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F1 2025: MSC Cruises Gran Premio de Sao Paulo

Interlagos is the next stop of the F1 75th anniversary celebrations with the MSC Cruises Gran Premio de São Paulo. From Lando Norris's sprint win to Max Verstappen's disaster that caused him to start at the pit lane, this race is a real table-turner as the climax draws near.

This race is never without chaos, and the restart mess cost Gabriel Bortoleto his race on home turf, while Oscar Piastri received a ten-second penalty.

Screengrab from F1

Amid the chaos, Lando Norris kept his cool as he surged his way towards victory lane. However, the biggest surprise is Max Verstappen's herculean feat. He started from the pit line but finished second. Another shocker in Interlagos: Andrea Kimi Antonelli's first podium, third place. Other finishers include George Russell, Oscar Piastri, Ollie Bearman, Liam Lawson, Isack Hadjar, Nico Hulkenberg, and Pierre Gasly.

Post-Interlagos, Norris is now 36 points ahead of Piastri, 390 vs 366. Verstappen is in third with 341 points. The results are too close to call.

The next race is the Heineken Las Vegas Grand Prix this November 22, 2025.

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

                       

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- A magnitude 4.4 quake hits Davao Oriental.

- Senator Sherwin Gatchalian is expediting the repairs of schools damaged by recent typhoons. The senator, who is also the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Finance, warned that the 165,000 classroom shortage in the country will worsen and increase. Gatchalian assured that under the 2026 national budget, the Department of Education (DepEd) will be empowered to adopt a flexible and fast-track process for the construction of classrooms.

- Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa's camp is still waiting for official confirmation regarding the International Criminal Court (ICC)'s alleged issuance of an arrest warrant against the senator.

- Power blackouts in some parts of northern and central Luzon are expected to be experienced along with the onslaught of Typhoon Uwan. According to the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), these power outages could last for two to three days and could even last up to a week in the most affected areas.

- The United States is providing $1 million of immediate life-saving assistance to the Philippines.

- The Seattle mayoral race is tightening with Mayor Bruce Harrell holding a narrow lead over challenger Katie Wilson. The results are too close to call.

- Interlagos is bracing for incoming storm risk overnight.

- Lamborghini confirms Romain Grosjean's departure.

- Franco Colapinto remains with Alpine for the F1 2026 season.

- Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was grateful for the help after a fire destroyed his Miami home.

- Washington's women's soccer team goalkeeper Mia Hamant dies at age 21 due to cancer.

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

                      

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- Government agencies across the Philippines are expressing condolences to the victims of Typhoon Tino.

- Typhoon Uwan (international name: Fung-wong) is approaching the Philippine Area of Responsibility tonight or tomorrow morning, PAGASA warns.

- There was some tension between police and rallyists during the protest action carried out by various militant groups in front of the Office of the Ombudsman today.

- Katie Wilson gains on Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell with many votes left to count.

- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he's "angry and frustrated" over the mistaken release of prisoners.

- The judge rules that the Trump administration must pay out full food assistance benefits by Friday.

- Tesla shareholders approved a record-breaking pay deal for Elon Musk, valued at one trillion dollars.

- The Renault Twingo returns as an all-electric city car in stores next year.

2027 Renault Twingo E-TECH

- Rockstar Games has delayed the release of Grand Theft Auto VI to November 2026.

- Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this December 4th.

- Pokémon Legends Z-A's Mega Dimensions DLC arrives this December 10th.

- Webtoon platform KTOON will end its service at the end of 2025 after 12 years.

- The house of Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra in Southern Miami is gone in fire.

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

                     

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- Russian Ambassador to the Philippines Marat Pavlov and Manila City Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso affirmed the continued cooperation between Moscow and Manila. In the meeting held by the two officials, plans for the next three people – including preparations for the 50th anniversary of Philippines–Russia diplomatic relations in 2026 – were discussed.

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos approved the declaration of "state of calamity" in areas hit by Typhoon Tino.

- The Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) assured that government agencies are prepared against the threat of possible cyberattacks during the anti-corruption protest action on November 30.

- Former Bulacan 1st District Engineer Henry Alcantara and other former officials of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) were charged by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).

- Two men were reportedly arrested in New Jersey in connection with the foiled terror plot last Halloween. 

- In the recent tally in the Seattle Mayor Race, Mayor Bruce Harrell maintains an edge over Katie Wilson as the votes are counted.

- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited troops in war-torn areas as clashes against Russian forces have intensified.

- The GEN4 Formula E racing machine has been unveiled.

- Honda previews its next-generation hybrid powertrain.

- Bentley teases its next Supersports machine coming next week.

- The sequel to the Netflix megahit cartoon movie, K-POP Demon Hunters, is reportedly coming this 2029.

- CAPCOM issued fan-made guidelines.

- Xolo Mariduena joins the cast of the ONE PIECE Netflix show as Ace for Season 3.

- Lee Si Young gives birth to her second child.

- Natalie Puskinova from the Czech Republic wins the Miss Earth 2025 pageant.

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

                    

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- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos is coming to Cebu to assess the damage caused by Typhoon Tino.

- The Department of National Defense delivered its condolences to the families of six Philippine Air Force personnel who were killed in a helicopter crash in Agusan del Sur.

- Almost 10,000 police officers were scrambled for the three-day prayer rally at Rizal Park.

- Zohran Mamdani defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo to become New York City's new mayor.

- In the Seattle Mayoral Race, the results between Mayor Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson are too close to call.

- Democrats projected to win governor races in Virginia and New Jersey.

- Three were killed in a cargo plane crash in Kentucky.

- South Korea's Twosome Place, owned by the private equity firm Carlyle Group, has reached the final stage of negotiations to acquire KFC Korea from the KG Consortium.

- HOONIGAN announced the next Gymkhana presentation, titled GYMKHANA: Aussie Shred, arrives this December. Travis Pastrana returns to drive the 670bhp Brataroo, based on a certain Subaru not available in Japan, around Australia.

Hoonigan Subaru BRAT "Brataroo"

- Actor Sung Kang has announced an upcoming car movie titled "Drifter." The film will feature several well-known personalities, including HOONIGAN's Brian Scotto, Donut Media's James Pumphrey, racing commentator Rutledge Wood, and Formula DRIFT competitor Adam LZ. A notable highlight of the movie will be a modified AE86 Toyota Sprinter Trueno, which Kang has named "Lola."

- Ringbrothers unveiled a restomod 1969 Ford Mustang called KINGPIN.

- Peugeot unveiled the POLYGON Concept.

Peugeot Polygon Concept

- A new Nijisanji card game is coming in 2027, thanks to Takara Tomy.

- Anime and manga database MyAnimeList was officially banned in Russia. The site was added to the blacklist due to what it cited as "systematic placement of materials containing information propagating non-traditional sexual relations and/or preference."

- The US Patent Office has ordered a re-examination of one of Nintendo's patents. The patent covers a gameplay mechanic for "summoning a sub-character to battle an enemy character" and could be narrowed or removed.

- Doh Kyung Soo signs with a new agency after leaving Company Soosoo.

- The Philippine Olympic Committee chief warns Manny Pacquiao's affiliation with the discredited boxing group, the IBA.

- Miss Universe Organization president Raul Rocha condemns Nawat Itsaragrisil's treatment of Miss Mexico.

- Actress Millie Bobby Brown accused Stranger Things co-star David Harbour of bullying and harassment.

- A teaser of Willie Revillame's new game show came out.

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

                   

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- The PH Bureau of Customs is holding a public auction of smuggled luxury cars seized from the Discayas on November 17, 2025. Public viewing of seized vehicles will be on November 10-12, 2025.

- Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. has extended the suspension of the importation of regular milled and well-milled rice until December 31, 2025. By virtue of Executive Order No. 102, it is stated that this is intended to protect local farmers against the decline in rice prices, maintain the stability of rice prices in the market, and ensure the welfare of consumers.

- The PH Supreme Court suspends the disqualification of Tarlac City Mayor Susan Yap-Sulit by the COMELEC.

- ACT Teachers Rep. Antonio Tinio told Davao City 1st District Rep. Paolo "Pulong" Duterte to work in the chamber to see the Makabayan bloc's criticism of the alleged corruption in the administration of former President Rodrigo Duterte and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

- The Philippine Air Force (PAF) confirmed that one of its Super Huey helicopters crashed today, November 4, 2025, near the 60th Infantry Battalion headquarters in Agusan del Sur.

- Typhoon Tino maintained its strength as it headed towards the Sulu Sea. As of PAGASA's 5 p.m. update today, November 4, the eye of the storm was spotted in the vicinity of Patnongon, Antique. The storm is packing maximum sustained winds of 130 km/h near the center, gustiness of up to 180 km/h, while it is also moving Northwestward at 15 km/h.

- Pregnant British teenager Bella Culley was freed from Georgia after a drug smuggling charge.

- UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves gave an unusual Downing Street speech as tax rises are expected in the Budget.

- Far-right activist Tommy Robinson was found not guilty of a terror offence after not giving UK police access to his phone.

-  Williams unveiled its new logo and identity ahead of the F1 2026 season.

- TF SPORT extends Corvette partnership.

- The one-off Eagle Lightweight GTR was unveiled. 

- Following the surgery on her left foot, Avia Anagnostiadis will miss the F1 Academy season finale in Las Vegas on November 20-22. Rachel Robertson will step into the TAG Heuer Hitech TGR car.

- Japanese media companies such as Bandai Namco, Square Enix, and Studio Ghibli are asking OpenAI to stop using their content to train Sora 2. They say much of its output closely resembles Japanese works. The CODA also asked OpenAI to respond clearly to any future copyright inquiries from member publishers.

- Kodansha opens its Hollywood studio.

- Hololive VTuber Akai Haato goes on hiatus.

- Cole Escola joins the cast of ONE PIECE Netflix series as Bon Clay for Season 3.

- Doh Kyung Soo left his agency.

- Victor Conte, the BALCO founder who was at the center of the steroid scandal, dies at 75.

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

                  

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- The PH Department of Agriculture has extended the import ban on rice until the end of the year.

- The LTFRB warned the public not to take non-essential travel as the Philippines is facing the threat of typhoon Tino. Right now, parts of Visayas and Mindanao are under Signal No.3 as Tino intensified into a typhoon.

- The DPWH will have massive reforms on the cost of materials for its infrastructure projects.

- More than 90 individuals involved in the unrest during the protest action in Mendiola have been charged by the Philippine National Police-Criminal Investigation and Detection Group.

- Ten people were hospitalized after a stabbing attack on a train in the UK.

- The FIA is facing legal action over allegations of "serious democratic failings".

- A McLaren MP4/6 chassis that propelled the late Ayrton Senna to his first Brazilian Grand Prix victory in 1991 is heading to the auction.

- Paul Menard was crowned as Trans Am champion after the season finale in COTA.

- The Proton Saga's big minor change for the 2026 model year was previewed.

- A new Pinkfong anime series titled Kikipuppup was announced and is coming soon to TBS.

- Yeo Jin Goo announced his enlistment date.

- Actor Lee Weaver passed away.

- Actor Tcheky Karyo dies.

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Let's Do The News! (October 31, 2025)

                 

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- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos orders heightened readiness for Undas 2025.

- Prince Andrew loses his "prince" title and will move out of the Royal Lodge.

- U.S. President Donald Trump has departed from the APEC Summit, where Chinese President Xi Jinping gave a speech pledging to protect free trade, accompanied by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. Trump concluded his visit to Asia by securing new trade agreements with China, Japan, and South Korea.

- Enzo Fittipaldi moves to Indy NXT.

- Al Speyer, responsible for bringing Firestone back to open-wheel racing, passed away.

- TOEI has denied reports that the Super Sentai franchise will end after No. 1 Sentai Gozyuger.

- Sooyoung confirmed to host the 2025 ASEAN-Korea Music Concert in Vietnam.

- The agency of Jang Dong Ju confirms his safety following concerns about his whereabouts.

- The WNBA and its players agreed to a 30-day extension of the current collective bargaining agreement through November 30th, according to reports.

- Eman Bacosa, the song of boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, secured a victory at Thrilla in Manila 2.

- Actor Sam Milby was diagnosed with latent autoimmune diabetes.

- Mario Bucaro is named as the new CEO of Miss Universe Organization.

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Let's Do The News! (October 30, 2025)

                

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- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos announced that a new Philippine embassy in Busan, South Korea, will open in 2026. He made his remark during his state visit to attend the APEC Summit.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has welcomed the signing of the law by President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr., permanently banning Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators (POGO), according to Acting PNP Chief P/Lt.Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez, Jr., Republic Act No. 12312 or the Anti-POGO Act of 2025, is a major step towards permanently stopping this type of illegal activity.

- More than 1,500 police officers from the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) have been deployed to major roads, cemeteries, and crowded areas in the country as part of security and traffic management for the commemoration of Undas 2025.

- US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks during their South Korea visit for the APEC Summit as both countries edge closer to a new trade deal.

- UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves admits breaking housing rules by "mistake" after renting out home without a license.

- The US SNAP fundings will run out by the end of October as the government shutdown prolongs.

- Five new suspects were arrested over the Louvre jewelry theft.

- The Seat Ibiza and Arona received a minor change for the 2026 model year.

2026 Seat Arona and 2026 Seat Ibiza

- The Proton e.Mas 5 was unveiled.

- Nissan teased an AUTECH version of the next-generation Elgrand luxury minivan.

- Marco Andretti announced his retirement from motorsports.

- The FIA has confirmed nine teams in compliance with the F1 cost cap.

- The Hello Kitty movie will hit theaters this Summer 2028.

- Atlanta's MomoCon 2026 will have America's first-ever Wonder Festival.

- Court rules NJZ's contracts with ADOR to be valid, and members will appeal to the decision.

- NCT's Doyoung and Jungwoo announce their military enlistment schedule.

- Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry drew flak against LSU athletic director Scott Woodward over the football coach shake-up, saying he'll let President Donald Trump handle the rest before Woodward.

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Let's Do The News! (October 29, 2025)

               

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- Three of Zaldy Co's air assets have fled to other countries.

- The situation in Tipo-Tipo, Basilan, is slowly returning to normal, according to the Philippine Army.

- The COMELEC has suspended voter registration activities from October 30 to November 2, 2025, in observance of Undas.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. is leaving it up to the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) to decide whether or not to livestream its hearings. According to the President, livestreaming of their investigations will not affect the credibility of the ICI, but it is the commission's duty to set clear policies before implementing it.

- Anti-corruption groups have prepared the November 30th National Day of Protest.

- Senate President Vicente “Tito” Sotto III stressed the importance of following the law amid the investigation into anomalous flood control projects.

- World leaders have gathered in Seoul for the APEC Summit. Leaders include U.S. President Donald Trump, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, and others.

- Hurricane Melissa brought catastrophic winds and flooding to Jamaica. It's now heading towards Cuba and the Bahamas.

- Amazon laid off overall corporate workforce by at least 14,000 jobs.

- Honda unveiled the Super One and 0 Alpha prototypes as well as the CR-V e:HEV at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.

- Toyota showcases the Corolla Concept, the Hiace Concept, and the Century Coupe Concept at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show. Lexus, meanwhile, showcased the LS Concept, the LS Coupe Concept, the Sport Concept, and the LS Micro Concept at the same venue. Daihatsu showcased the Midget-X Concept, K-OPEN Concept, and the K-VISION Concept.

- Mitsubishi unveiled the Elevance Concept and the facelifted Delica D:5 at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.

- Mazda unveiled the third-generation CX-5, the rotary-powered Vision X-Coupe Concept, and the Vision X-Compact Concept at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.

- The fourth-generation Nissan Elgrand made its world premiere at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.

- Subaru showcased the Trailseeker, the Forester Wilderness, the STi Performance-B Concept, and the STi Performance-E Concept at the 2025 Japan Mobility Show.

- Starting April 2026, the TV anime One Piece will run 26 episodes per year. Meanwhile, the live-action Netflix series will return in March 2026 for Season 2.

- The second Osomatsu-san live-action movie's release got delayed following Jyushimatsu actor Keita Richard Kusama's arrest.

- Red Velvet member Wendy cancels the Atlanta leg of their W:EALIVE world tour.

- BBC confirms that Doctor Who will return on Christmas 2026. A cartoon series is in the works.

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

              

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- Over 16 senators in the Philippines have publicized their SALN.

- China's aggressive actions in the West Philippine Sea are ongoing, according to the National Maritime Council.

- Dennis Hain, who won the Cabuyao City, Laguna mayoral elections, got disqualified by COMELEC for vote buying.

- Ricky Quezon Avancena, the grandson of the late Philippine President Manuel Luis Quezon, has criticized actor Jericho Rosales and filmmaker Jerod Tarog over the Quezon biopic movie.

- The 2025 ASEAN Summit in Malaysia ends with the baton pass to the Philippines as next year's host country. Philippine President Bongbong Marcos vows the continuity of the ASEAN vision and the Philippines' preparation for next year's ASEAN summit.

-  US President Donald Trump is en route to Seoul to attend this week's APEC Summit. Earlier, Trump met Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and signed a new trade and rare earths deal.

- Hurricane Melissa is storming through Jamaica.

- Actress Prunella Scales, known for playing Sybil Fawlty in the comedy series Fawlty Towers, dies at age 93.

- The Kia PV5 has set a new Guinness World Record by travelling 430 miles fully loaded.

- The Nissan Skyline 400R Limited was unveiled. Limited to 400 units, it's the swansong for Nissan's last surviving sedan. It is offered with the exclusive Wangan Blue exterior paint.

2026 Nissan Skyline 400R Limited

- Rina Ito, who participated in the KYOJO CUP from 2017 to 2023 when it was a prototype championship, will participate in the 2026 season tryouts this December 23, 2025, in Fuji Speedway.

- THE BOYZ member Kevin will take a hiatus due to health reasons.

- GMA-7 news reporter Emil Sumangil admits fear for his family's safety.

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

             

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- Students have rallied outside Camp Crame, demanding that the Philippine National Police stop intimidating and harassing students and youth.

- A low-pressure area was spotted near Palawan, according to PAGASA.

- The Department of National Defense (DND) said that the majority of Filipinos' opposition to military interference in politics is a demonstration of full democracy.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) is now collaborating with its foreign counterparts to help Filipinos in Myanmar who are victims of overseas job scams.

- Senate Secretary Renato Bantug Jr. confirmed the release of SALN copies alongside Senators Panfilo “Ping” Lacson, Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri, Loren Legarda, Pia Cayetano, Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aquino, Erwin Tulfo, Lito Lapid, Joel Villanueva, and JV Ejercito.

- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the migrant sex offender will be deported after he was arrested following the manhunt in London.

- Ferrari showcased a virtual concept car called the F76.

- A Super Mario float will display in next month's Macy's Thanksgiving Parade.

- A Granny live-action drama is in the works, and it's coming soon to Netflix.

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

            

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- The Taal Volcano triggered a minor phreatomagmatic eruption at its main crater.

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos and First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos have arrived in Kuala Lumpur to attend the 47th ASEAN Summit. There, ASEAN leaders will talk about the US tariff barriers, South China Sea disputes, disaster preparations, and others.

- Catherine Connolly set to win Ireland's presidential election as Heather Humphreys concedes.

- Lucy Powell wins the UK Labour Party's deputy leadership contest, beating Bridget Phillipson.

- A sex offender released from prison in error was last seen in the London area, according to police, as the hunt goes on for the Epping migrant. The Met Police says finding the missing sex offender is a "top priority".

- Cupra Kiro Formula E team named Russell O'Hagan as its team principal.

- Hot Wheels unveiled the entire F1 2025 toy car lineup.

- The recent Fallout Day livestream announced a new Ohio map coming to Fallout 76 this December 2, which introduces The Ghoul's video game appearance and new bounty system. The Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition was announced in honor of the installment's 10th anniversary. Arriving this November 10, it features the main game plus all of its DLC expansions and over 150 Creation Club items.

- Nickelodeon announced a Victorious spin-off series titled Hollywood Arts, now in production.

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

            

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- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos will attend the 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur this October 28th.

- Congressmen and former Cong. Elizaldy “Zaldy” Co may be charged in the Sandiganbayan within 30 days, according to Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla.

- The Pasay City Jail assures the security of those involved in the flood control project who may be detained and taken into custody.

- The next flood control hearing will be scheduled for November 11 or November 12, according to ICI executive director Atty. Brian Hosaka.

- Senator Kiko Pangilinan has publicized his SALN.

- Japan's Mount Fuji witnessed snow for the first time this winter, 21 days later than usual. The peak was capped with snow for the first time this winter, reaching the milestone 21 days later than usual.

- Saudi Arabia names Sheikh Saleh Al-Fawzan as the new grand mufti.

- US President Donald Trump terminates all trade talks with Canada due to anti-tariff advert.

- King Charles became the first head of the Church of England to pray publicly with Pope Leo XIV.

- Former British paratrooper Soldier F was cleared of murder and attempted murder over the 1972 Bloody Sunday.

- Sebring International Raceway names Matt Muha as the circuit's new GM.

- Yangwang officially announced that the U9 is coming to Gran Turismo soon.

- Ken Akamatsu ends his stint as Parliamentary Vice Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology before moving to the House of Councillors.

- Mattel and Hasbro are launching toys from the Netflix cartoon movie K-POP Demon Hunters.

- Kwon Hyun Bin will be enlisted in the Marine Corps.

- MBC's variety show King of Masked Singers will go on hiatus and return with a reformatted Season 2.

- A certain NBA coach and player were among those arrested in a massive mafia-linked illegal gambling operation.

- Emman Atienza, the daughter of TV presenter Kim Atienza, dies at 19.

- Disney warns ESPN and other networks may leave YouTube TV at the end of the month, according to reports.

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Let's Do The News! (October 23, 2025)

           

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- The Batanes Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) has warned the public about the possibility of rocket debris falling from China tonight. According to the agency's advisory, the Long March 5 rocket is scheduled to launch from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan between 10:22 and 11:45 p.m. Authorities have identified two possible drop zones, both in the waters off Sabtang, Batanes, where parts of the rocket could fall after launch.

- Senator Joel Villanueva believes that the Office of the Ombudsman's request to Senate President Tito Sotto III to enforce the dismissal order against him in 2016 is possible harassment. The dismissal order is related to the case he faced for the improper use of a ₱10 million pork barrel when he was a CIBAC Partylist representative.

- 11 candidates in the 2025 Elections may be subject to penalties for receiving campaign donations from government contractors, according to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC).

- The Kanlaon Volcano has spewed ash twice, according to PHIVOLCS.

- The US has sanctioned major Russian oil firms, accusing President Vladimir Putin of refusing to end the Ukraine war.

- Fifteen-year-old Mohammed Umar Khan will serve a minimum of 16 years for the killing of fellow pupil Harvey Willgoose.

- A mass honoring salsa singer Celia Cruz draws hundreds in Cuba after authorities shut down a tribute concert honoring the late musician.

- A Centenary edition of the Rolls-Royce Phantom was unveiled. All 25 units were sold.

- The Mitsuoka Buddy returns for its 2026 model year. Only 150 will be made, and a lottery system will be implemented for potential buyers. The 2.5L hybrid variant is the sole variant for this update.

2026 Mitsuoka Buddy

- A judicial settlement conference fails to resolve the NASCAR charter dispute. Meanwhile, the 2027 Daytona 500 will be held on February 21, 2027, to avoid conflict with the NFL's Super Bowl, to be held at SoFi Stadium on February 14, 2027.

- Antonio Felix Da Costa joins Jaguar for Formula E Season 12.

- The TV anime Kusuriya no Hitorigoto will return for Season 3, and a movie adaptation was announced.

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Let's Do The News! (October 22, 2025)

          

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- The next hearing on the missing sabungeros will be on November 3, 2025.

- The Philippine Army confirmed the removal of Cavite 4th District Representative Francisco Barzaga from the Armed Forces of the Philippines list.

- The Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC) has strongly denied reports that it is linked to British Swiss financier Patrick Mahony, who was convicted in a multi-billion-dollar fraud case. In an official statement, MIC insisted that its operations are in accordance with the law and are led by qualified and integrity-based professionals on its board and management team.

- The fire at the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) compound at the corner of EDSA in Quezon City has been escalated to a third alarm.

- World leaders react to Sanae Takaichi's appointment as Japan's first female prime minister. Among them are US President Donald Trump and South Korea's Lee Jae-myung.

- The family of the suspect in the foiled Atlanta airport shooting gave key info to help avert tragedy. Yesterday, the suspect brought a rifle to the airport after threatening to open fire on victims. Thankfully, police officers prevented a possible mass shooting.

- No plans for Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin to meet in the "immediate future", according to the White House, days after proposed Budapest talks.

- Colton Herta will race in Formula 2 with the Hitech team.

- The Driver Advisory Council files a brief over concerns about the NASCAR lawsuit resolution.

- Antonio Felix da Costa joins Alpine's hypercar roster.

- The Cupra Kiro team announced Pepe Marti joining alongside Dan Ticktum for Formula E Season 12.

- The Porsche Macan GTS was unveiled. Its electric powertrain is juiced to 563bhp of power.

2026 Porsche Macan GTS

- Nissan will showcase its Sakura-based Ao-Solar Extender concept at this month's Japan Mobility Show.

- Warner Bros. is evaluating a possible sale of the company. Meanwhile, its HBO Max subscription price got hiked.

- Bushiroad acquires more of Sanzingen.

- Mike Trout said he was alerted to possible concerns about drug abuse by former LA Angels communications director, Eric Kay, before the 2019 accidental overdose death of Tyler Skaggs.

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Let's Do The News! (October 21, 2025)

         

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- The Philippine National Police condemns the recent killing of a reporter, Noel Bellen Samar, in Albay.

- The Western Naval Command, through the BRP Lolinato To-Ong (PG-902), has seized the suspected part of a Chinese rocket found in the waters of Bataraza, Palawan after conducting maritime operations in the West Philippine Sea.

- The PH Department of Justice (DOJ) panel of prosecutors has concluded the ongoing preliminary investigation regarding the missing sabungeros.

- Amazon's AWS cloud service is fully operational again after the recent outage that affected various websites, online games, and Amazon Echo devices.

- Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy began serving his five-year prison sentence.

- Sanae Takaichi made history as Japan's first female prime minister.

- University tuition fees in England will rise in line with next year's inflation, according to the UK government.

- The Toyota Land Cruiser FJ was unveiled ahead of this month's Japan Mobility Show. It will go on sale this mid-2026.

2027 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ

- Seiyuu Masako Nozawa, the voice behind Goku from the Dragon Ball series, will attend the franchise's 40th anniversary celebration alongside Hironobu Kageyama.

- Nintendo says "no personal, development, and business info" were retrieved in the recent cyberattack.

- SHINee member Minho, Hwang Minhyun, and ALLDAY PROJECT's Annie are named presenters of the 2025 MBC Music Festival.

- The Maccabi Tel Aviv says the club would decline any tickets offered to the match against Aston Villa, even if the ban was overturned.

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Let's Do The News! (October 20, 2025)

        

Your daily round-up of today's news...

- The Philippine National Police has scrambled nearly 25,000 police officers this Undas.

- Voters' registration for the 2026 BSKE has begun.

- Israel carried out a wave of airstrikes on southern Gaza after the IDF and Hamas accused each other of breaching the ceasefire.

- Paris' Louvre museum was closed after a robbery.

- Spotify collaborates with Sony, Universal, and Warner to pioneer copyright-safe AI music creations, according to reports.

- The US Grand Prix will remain on COTA until 2034.

- Tristan McKee clinched the Trans Am's TA2 Series champion title during the Trans Am's Barber Motorsports Park debut.

- A 296-based Ferrari SC40 one-off was made.

- Universal Music Japan removed Ado's Aishite Ashite Ashite music video due to unauthorized use of visuals.

- The winners of this year's Newtype Anime Awards were announced, with Makeine, Bocchi the Rock!, and Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX bagging huge wins.

- ATBO member Jeong Seunghwan was enlisted in the military.

- Park Jin Joo announces marriage plans.

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