Let's Do The News! (April 22, 2026)

          

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- US President Donald Trump has extended the Iran ceasefire for a few days while retaining the naval blockade at the Strait of Hormuz.

- A man pleaded guilty to the religiously aggravated rape and assault of a Sikh woman in Walsall, UK.

- UK police said a 17-year-old male was charged over the arson attack on a London synagogue. The boy was released on bail and ordered to appear at court on June 4th.

- Sacked civil servant Sir Olly Robbins faced MPs over Peter Mandelson vetting row.

- Devotees flock to the shrine of "the Lady who calls" in the Philippines for the coronation centenary. Millions of pilgrims have gathered in Pangasinan, marking the centenary of the canonical coronation of the image of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary of Manaoag.

- Pininfarina gave a first look at the JAS Tensei supercar, inspired by the first-generation Honda NSX.

Pininfarina JAS Tensei

- The GEN4 Formula E racing machine was unveiled and set to race in Season 13.

- TOEI established its gaming brand.

- The Switch 2-exclusive Splatoon Raiders arrives this July 23, 2026.

- METRO 2039, the fourth installment in the METRO series inspired by Dmitry Glukhovsky's novel trilogy, will be released this winter for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles.

- Big Ocean's Europe tour was canceled at the last minute.

- Kentucky state governor Andy Beshear slams the University of Kentucky's athletics decision-making, including the seven-figure gig retiring athletic director Mitch Barnhart.

- Actor Rif Hutton dies at 73.

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Let's Do The News! (April 21, 2026)

         

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- Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down later this year, with John Temus named his successor.

- A 29-year-old woman was charged with attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London.

- A life jacket belonging to a Titanic survivor was auctioned for 670K pounds. The life jacket worn by Laura Mabel Francatelli, a first-class passenger on the sunken ocean liner, bears her signature and that of other survivors from the same lifeboat.

- Spain is scheduled to submit a proposal to the European Union (EU) on Tuesday, April 21, to terminate its Association Agreement with Israel due to alleged violations of international law.  Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez emphasized that this decision is not directed against the Israeli people, but rather against the actions of their government. He also urged other EU countries to support the proposal.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has assured its readiness for the possible return to the country of former Congressman Zaldy Co. Co is said to be one of the masterminds in the controversial flood control scandal.

- A magnitude 4.3 quake hits South Ubian, Tawi-Tawi.

- Heavy equipment can now access the Navotas Sanitary Landfill following the completion of the road, as announced by Public Works and Highways Secretary Vince Dizon. This allows backhoes, bulldozers, dump trucks, and dredgers to enter and help extinguish the fire, reducing toxic smoke harmful to residents in Caloocan, Malabon, Navotas, and Bulacan.

- Revised 2026 F1 regulations have been approved ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.

- Mercedes-Benz's Electric C-Class was unveiled.

2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class EQ

- ILLIT member Moka temporarily halts activities due ot health ahead of comeback.

- The finalists for the NBA's Most Valuable Player (MVP) award include defending MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, along with San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama and Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic.

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Let's Do The News! (April 20, 2026)

        

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- US President Donald Trump threatens to attack Iranian infrastructure if Iran doesn't agree with the deal tomorrow. Recently, Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz while a US destroyer shot down an Iranian cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman.

- Eight children were killed in a shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana.

- The Philippines and China have agreed to strengthen their partnership for clean energy.

- NAMFREL opposes the planned postponement of this November's Barangay at Sangguniang Kabataan Elections.

- Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. will send a high-level coordination team to oversee the return to the Philippines of former congressman Zaldy Co, who remains in the custody of the Czech Republic.

- PHIVOLCS has recorded three volcanic quakes in Taal, 5 volcanic quakes in Bulusan, 64 volcanic quakes in Mayon, and 33 volcanic quakes in Kanlaon within the last 24 hours.

- The upcoming Ford Mustang GTD Competition lapped the Nurburgring Nordschleife in 6:40.8, making it the second overall quickest production car.

- The Dragon Ball series announced the new Dragon Ball Xenoverse III game coming in 2027.

- Singer Lana del Rey will perform the theme song for this May's 007: FIRST LIGHT video game.

- i-dle's North American tour confirmed to be canceled, according to reports.

- Kwak Dong Yeon officially signs with THEBLACKLABEL.

- Highlights from Night 2 of WWE Wrestlemania 42.

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NTT IndyCar Series 2026 - Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach

The streets of Long Beach came alive with the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, where IMSA and IndyCar are joining in this spring's street racing action. Let's focus on the IndyCar's Long Beach campaign.

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Alex Palou's latest win this season marked his first win at Long Beach, beating the likes of Felix Rosenqvist and Scott Dixon. His first-ever Long Beach win solidifies Palou's title fight with 205 points, 17 points ahead of Kyle Kirkwood.

IndyCar's Month of May in Indianapolis kicks off with the Sonsio Grand Prix this May 8-9, 2026.

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - AdventHealth 400

Sunday, April 19, 2026, may mark the last day of this year's Coachella, but in Kansas, the NASCAR Cup Series' AdventHealth 400 race is making even more noise than the Coachella finale. It’s so loud that it could be renamed the "Loganoachella Left Turn and Nyoooom Festival."

As the green flag waved, the action in Kansas was on. The first stage saw Ryan Blaney and AJ Allmendinger collide at the pit road. As Denny Hamlin won Stage 1, Stage 2 belongs to Kyle Larson. The final stage saw Tyler Reddick experiencing low fuel, causing Denny Hamlin to take the lead until an overtime-triggering spin in front of them.

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There's no stopping him now because Tyler Reddick wins the AdventHealth 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is at Talladega for the Jack Link's 500 this April 26, 2026.

FIA WEC S14 - 6 Hours of Imola

The 2026 World Endurance Championship has commenced and it's going to bring "endurance" to its core. This season welcomed the arrival of Korea's first endurance racing team, the Genesis Magma Racing, while Toyota's new identity and machine, the Toyota Racing TR010, promises redemption. With new and returning faces, including former F1 driver Logan Sargeant, the 2026 WEC season is peak endurance.

Imola is the first stop of the 2026 WEC season with the 6 Hours of Imola.

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Toyota's road to redemption begins with the No.8 Toyota Racing TR010 defeating Ferrari to win the season opener. In the LMGT3 class, meanwhile, the No.69 Team WRT M4 GT3 EVO is the winner.

The next race is the TotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps on May 9, 2026.

2026 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship - Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach

The streets of Long Beach came alive with the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, where IMSA and IndyCar are joining in this spring's street racing action. Let's focus on the IMSA's Long Beach campaign.

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The No.93 Acura Meyer Shank Racing with Curb Agajanian ARX-06 LMDh beats Cadillac and Porsche to win the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. That's how you celebrate Acura's 40th anniversary with a win in the streets of Long Beach. In the GTD class, meanwhile,  the #12 Vasser Sullivan RC F GT3 is the winner.

The next race is at Laguna Seca for the StubHub Monterey Sportscar Championship this May 1-3, 2026.

2026 Repco Supercars Championship - ITM Christchurch Super 440

The 2026 Repco Supercars Championship is set to make history with the inaugural ITM Christchurch Super 440, taking place at Ruapuna Park in Christchurch, New Zealand. To enhance this first-ever Supercars event in Christchurch, the competition will consist of four races, allowing local residents to fully experience the excitement of Supercars racing.

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The first part of the four-part race weekend in Christchurch featured Kai Allen securing a victory over Brodie Kostecki, while Ryan Wood, driving a Supra for Walkinshaw, finished in third place. In the second race, the positions were reversed, with Kostecki taking the win this time, and Allen finishing in second, while Wood again held on to third place. 

Race three showcased a complete Mustang podium, with Matt Payne emerging as the winner, followed by Broc Feeney in second place and James Golding in third. In the dramatic finale, the Penrite Mustangs dominated, with Matt Payne taking the top spot once more, Kai Allen finishing in second, and Broc Feeney rounding out the podium in third.

As Broc Feeney takes home the Jason Richards Trophy after Supercars' first-ever Christchurch campaign, his lead in the standings remains firm amid a tightened gap between him and Brodie Kostecki.

The next event is the Tyrepower Tasmania Super 440 this May 22-24, 2026.

2026 O-NE SUPERRACE CHAMPIONSHIP Round 1-2

2026 marks the 20th anniversary of the Superrace Championship, and Everland is the starting point of the Korean racing series' 20th anniversary celebrations. This season could mark the final time drivers are racing Super 6000 Toyota GR Supra machines, now that the car it was based on was officially discontinued last month.

The 2026 season featured many familiar faces, including the reigning champion, Lee Chang-uk, who returned to defend his title. 

Notable transfers included Lee Jung Woo moving to KUMHO SLM, Jung Eui Chul and Ryoma Henㅓan joining O-NE RACING, Lim Min-jin going to JUN-FITTED Racing, and Park Seok-jan signing with Dreamracer Motorsport. 

Additionally, drivers Seo Joo Won, Jung Gyeong Hoon, and Son In-Young made their return. The season also welcomed a new team, Chan's Racing, which debuted with drivers Kim Hwa Rang and Filipino racer Mikey Jordan.

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The first race of the season was an impressive start for the KUMHO SLM team, achieving a 1-2 finish with Lee Chang-uk taking the victory and Lee Jung Woo finishing in second place. Seohan's Jang Hyun Jin secured third place. 

In the final race, two Dreamrace drivers, Park Seok Chan and Son In Young, were forced out of the race due to incidents. A significant crash during the Lap 19 restart involving Mikey Jordan triggered a red flag, ending the race prematurely. Nevertheless, KUMHO drivers Chang-uk and Jung Woo continued their success, with Hwang Jin Woo from JUN-FITTED completing the podium in third place.

The next race will be at the Korea International Circuit on May 24, 2026.

Let's Do The News! (April 17, 2026)

       

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- A certain Artemis II astronaut says that the spacecraft's splashdown was like diving off a skyscraper backwards.

- A top UK Foreign Office official stepped down after the Mandelson vetting row.

- Two people were arrested, and more than 15,000 liters of allegedly undocumented diesel were seized in separate operations by the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) in San Mateo, Rizal. According to the HPG, they were conducting an anti-carnapping operation and Oplan Sita on C6 Road when an Isuzu closed van was stopped for a traffic violation.

- The Office of the President (OP) purchased approximately 20 tons of vegetables from farmers in La Trinidad, Benguet, and Urdaneta, Pangasinan, for distribution to various communities in Metro Manila.

- Former Congressman Zaldy Co, who is involved in and has knowledge of corruption in flood control projects, will be brought before the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee (BRC) in its next hearing. This also follows the president's confirmation that the former congressman was arrested in the Czech Republic.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has signed Executive Order No. 114 suspending the excise tax on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and kerosene for three months.

- The Manila Regional Trial Court (RTC) has granted bail to former Congressman Arnolfo Teves Jr. in the murder case he faces at Manila RTC Branch 30. Based on a 27-page resolution written by Presiding Judge Ryan Philipp Bartolome, besides Teves, co-accused Richard Cuadra and Rolando Pinili were also allowed to post bail.

- The PH Department of Health (DOH) has warned that the ongoing haze from the burning Navotas Sanitary Landfill may pose health risks to residents in some parts of Metro Manila.

- The 41st BALIKATAN Exercises will commence next week.

- PAGASA warns that a Super El Niño may be experienced by the end of 2026.

- The Philippines has formally joined the US-led Pax Silica initiative, a strategic coalition of 14 countries that aims to build a secure supply chain for semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

- Tsuburaya Productions announced the Ultraman 60th anniversary commemorative TV series, titled Ultraman Teo. Airing on TV Tokyo this 4th of July, 2026, the series stars Aoi Iwasaki as Ibuki Mitsuishi, the man with the Teo Crystar who can transform into Teo.

- Your first look at the new Street Fighter movie coming this October.

- The Netflix original K-drama, The WONDERfools, is coming this May 15.

- The NWSL is expected to vote on the calendar shift, according to reports.

- Singer D4vd was arrested months after the body of a teenage girl was found in his car.

- Rapper-singer Hev Abi was arrested during a firearms and drug search.

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Let's Do The News! (April 16, 2026)

      

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- Two suspects arrested for attempting to burn down a synagogue in London, in what police call an antisemitic hate crime.

- A 63-year-old man known as the "Oslo patient," hailing from Norway, has reportedly been completely cured of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This remarkable outcome followed a stem cell transplant from his brother, who possesses a rare genetic mutation that blocks the virus. The Oslo patient was diagnosed with HIV in 2006 and is one of only ten individuals globally to achieve "long-term remission" from the virus. In 2017, he was diagnosed with a life-threatening blood cancer called myelodysplastic syndrome.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed Executive Order No. 113 for a new list of businesses where foreign investment is prohibited or limited. In this list, there are sectors that are completely off limits to foreign investors, such as mass media, small-scale mining, and private security agencies. There are also businesses that foreigners can enter, but with limitations.

- The PH Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) deploys heavy equipment at the burning Navotas Landfill.

- Troops from the Philippine Army and the U.S. Army Pacific 25th Infantry Division conducted basic training as part of the ongoing Salaknib Phase 1 at Fort Magsaysay, Nueva Ecija. The bilateral infantry squad drills aim to ensure that the two forces have the same tactics and procedures to be ready for joint operations and interoperability before conducting live-fire training. During sustainment training, Filipino and American soldiers practiced together on water filtration operations.

- Jeep's latest Twelve 4 Twelve drop, the Wrangler and the Gladiator Rewind Edition, was unveiled.

- Hyundai dropped a cryptic teaser for the upcoming Grandeur GN7 minor change.

- TOM'S is offering a remade AE86 Corolla Levin as well as restoration for existing AE86 Levin owners.

- Jensen officially named their all-new model the Interceptor GTX.

- WEBTOON establishes Chief Business Officer role in global leadership restructure.

- The MLBPA fired two top executives with cause, according to reports.

- Actress Sue Prado dies at 44.

- ABS-CBN denounces "PR attacks" against the network amid the Lopez family dispute.

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Let's Do The News! (April 15, 2026)

     

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- BBC investigation finds that legal advisers help migrants pose as gay to get asylum.

- The PH House Joint Committee on Energy and Development recently held a hearing regarding the energy and oil supply in the Philippines.

- A magnitude 4.5 quake hits Burdeos, Quezon.

- A fire hits a residential area at Sevilla St., Barangay 121, Tondo, Manila. 

- 22,000 metric tons of LPG will arrive in the Philippines next month.

- SMC will push through the construction of the Boracay Bridge.

- The Volkswagen ID.3 NEO was unveiled.

- The first-ever Porsche 911 GT3 S-C was unveiled, the first open-top GT3 model.

- IndyCar is using current engines in testing next-generation racing machines.

- Black Channel manga gets anime adaptation.

- Boy group DKZ disbands.

- Celeb Awra Briguela got hospitalized due to severe stomach pain.

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Let's Do The News! (April 14, 2026)

             

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- US Vice President JD Vance comments on Trump ally Viktor Orban's defeat by Peter Magyar in the Hungarian elections.

- The Southport killer's family and authorities could have prevented the deadly attack on a UK dance class, according to an inquiry.

- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney solidifies his hold on power after special elections give him a parliamentary majority.

- A police watchdog investigates 11 Met officers over an inquiry into a crash that killed two schoolgirls in Wimbledon.

- A new exhibition at Buckingham Palace features more than 300 fashion items of Queen Elizabeth II, celebrating the late monarch's life as Great Britain prepares to commemorate her 100th birthday next week.

- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) monitored a total of 28 Chinese vessels in four maritime features in the West Philippine Sea from April 5-12, 2026. Following this, the Armed Forces assured that they will continue to monitor and patrol the country's waters to protect the sovereignty and territory of the Philippines, in accordance with international law.

- A total of 501 personnel of the Philippine National Police-Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) will be deployed in conjunction with the transport strike to be conducted by the MANIBELA group and allied groups, tomorrow, April 15 to April 17, 2026.

- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte did not attend the recent hearing of the House Committee on Justice.

- A Chinese rocket may have caused the unusual light seen in various parts of the Philippines on April 11, 2026. The Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) stated that the Jielong-3 rocket was launched from the South China Sea at around 7:32 p.m., shortly before the light appeared. This phenomenon, known as a “space jellyfish,” occurs when sunlight illuminates a rocket's plume at high altitude, creating a jellyfish-shaped glow in twilight. PhilSA assures the public that this is a normal occurrence and poses no threat.

- Nissan previewed the next-generation Skyline and unveiled two new crossovers. CEO Ivan Espinosa stated that in the future, 90% of models will feature AI-driven technology.

- The Mercedes-Benz EQS was updated for the 2027 model year with improved range.

2027 Mercedes-Benz EQS

- Colton Herta comments about not taking part in this year's Indy 500 as well as the inclusion of Miami and Montreal rounds in F2.

- Sony Pictures is reportedly producing an animated film of the Bloodborne game series.

- Park Shin Hye and Choi Tae Joon are expecting their second child.

- The girl group 4th Impact was officially renamed as 4SISTERS.

- Dave McGinnis, a former assistant coach in Tennessee and head coach for the Arizona Cardinals, passed away at the age of 74.

- Floyd Mayweather Jr. and others are sued over an unpaid $105K bill for his private jet use.

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Let's Do The News! (April 13, 2026)

            

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- Manibela is staging a transport strike from April 15 to 17.

- Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla apologized after the incident where a man was ticketed for not wearing a top while mixing cement in Brgy. Addition Hills in Mandaluyong City.

- The PH House of Representatives is targeting the passage of bills to address the energy crisis next month. According to Marikina Rep. Miro Quimbo, who is the Presiding Officer of the Legislative Energy Action and Development (LEAD) committee, among the bills they are considering is the proposal to suspend the 12% value added tax (VAT) and other price reduction methods. During the ongoing hearing of the Deca-Tri Committee today, April 12, Quimbo said the chamber is open to all policy options.

- The International Border Management and Technologies Association (IBMATA) has laid out ways to strengthen border security against human trafficking and other crimes, such as illegal entry and drug smuggling.

- The US Central Command will begin a naval blockade of Iranian ports following failed talks over Iran's nuclear ambitions.

- Polls due to close in Hungary, where record numbers have voted on whether to end Viktor Orban's 16-year rule.

- States of emergency in New Zealand continue overnight as Cyclone Vaianu's threat remains.

- The FIA WEC introduces the Legends of Lemans support series, where classic LMP1s, LMP2, and GTs from the 2010s are racing in Imola, Spa, and Bahrain.

- A new Cardfight! Vanguard TV series is coming in 2027.

- The Nissan EV kei car, the Sakura, is receiving a facelift for the 2027 model year.

2027 Nissan Sakura

- Hyundai unveiled the Venus and Earth concepts at the 2026 Auto China, previewing the next-generation IONIQ models.

- Rory McIlroy becomes the fourth golfer to win successive Masters titles and clinches his sixth major.

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2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Food City 500

After a lengthy Easter break, the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series resumes in Bristol, Tennessee, for the Food City 500. Bristol has a reputation for unpredictable moments, and this season’s race is no different. As they say, “It’s Bristol, baby!”

As the green flag waved, the action in Bristol began. Kyle Larson won Stage 1, but Stage 2 took a turn when Christopher Bell got loose and hit the wall, resulting in a spin. This was soon followed by a major incident known as "The Big One" at Lap 160. Larson once again emerged victorious in Stage 2. The final stage ended with an overtime-inducing incident when Kyle Busch spun after making contact with Riley Herbst.

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Ty Gibbs has won the Food City 500 in the NASCAR Cup Series! This is not a typo; it's real! Ty Gibbs has secured his first-ever NASCAR Cup Series victory.

The next race is at Kansas for the AdventHealth400 this April 19, 2026.

Autobacs Super GT 2026 Series Round 1

The 2026 edition of the Autobacs Super GT has officially commenced. This season not only marks the final farewell for the GR Supra racing machines, which were officially discontinued last month, but also the debut of the new Honda Prelude racing cars, based on the hybrid coupe launched last year. With new and returning drivers joining the grid, the 2026 season promises to be one for the books. As always, Okayama is the first destination of this new season.

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The season opener in Okayama concluded with a 1-2 finish for the GR Supra, with the No. 36 au TOM'S GR Supra taking first place, followed by the No. 38 KeePer CERUMO GR Supra in second. The No. 12 TRS IMPUL with SDG Z secured third place. 

In the GT300 class, the winner was the No. 777 D'station Vantage GT3. The No. 2 HYPER WATER INGING GR86 GT finished in second place, while the No. 31 apr LC500h GT came in third.

The next race is at Fuji Speedway at May 3-4, 2026.

WRC 2026: Croatia Rally

The 2026 World Rally Championship is currently ongoing with the Croatia Rally as the fourth event in the series.

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Sami Pajari capitalized on the misfortunes of Elfyn Evans and Oliver Solberg during the Friday stages. However, his own troubles in SS14 allowed Thierry Neuville to take the lead. This could have been Neuville's moment to shine, but a dramatic turn of events ultimately led to Takamoto Katsuta securing his second-ever WRC win, narrowly defeating Pajari and newcomer Hayden Paddon.

The next event is the Rally Islas Canarias, based in Gran Canaria, from April 23 to 26, 2026.

2026 Formula DRIFT Pro Championship - Streets of Long Beach

Formula DRIFT is back for the 2026 season. The season opener took place on the streets of Long Beach, California.

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After a two-run drift-out, Conor Shanahan drew first blood by beating Fredric Aasbo by unanimous decision decision while Jack Shanahan settled for third place.

The next event is at Road Atlanta this May 9, 2026.

2026 Repco Supercars Championship - Taupo Super 440

The 2026 Repco Supercars Championship is underway with the Taupo Super 440. Originally scheduled as a three-race event, it was shortened to two races due to the impending threat of Cyclone Valanu. Despite the reduced number of races, this weekend became memorable for Supercars' newest competitor, the now-defunct Toyota GR Supra.

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The first race in Taupo featured a 1-2 finish for Mustang drivers, with Brodie Kostecki taking the victory and Will Brown finishing in second place. Ryan Wood from Walkinshaw secured third place, marking the GR Supra's first podium finish in Supercars. 

In the final race, history was made as Ryan Wood achieved the GR Supra's first-ever Supercars victory, finishing ahead of Broc Feeney, who drives for the Mustang team Red Bull Ampol. Chaz Mostert rounded out the podium in third place. This race marked the first occasion where two Supras finished on the Supercars podium.

The next event is the ITM Christchurch Super 440 from April 17 to 19, 2026.

Let's Do The News! (April 10, 2026)

           

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- New Zealand braces for Cyclone Valanu, which is expected to make landfall in the North Island by Sunday.

- The United Kingdom revealed a month-long Russian submarine operation over "critical" cables and pipelines.

- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is holding talks with Lebanon as Iran says attacks in Lebanon are a violation of the ceasefire agreement.

- US First Lady Melania Trump says she was never a friend or victim of the late Jeffrey Epstein in a video statement at the White House.

- Meralco will implement a 53-centavos per kilowatt hour (kWh) rate hike this April. The said rate hike is due to the increase in the generation charge, as well as the weakening of the peso against the dollar. As a result, households consuming 200 kWh will pay an additional ₱107, households consuming 300 kWh will pay ₱160, households consuming 400 kWh will pay ₱213, while households consuming 500 kWh will pay ₱267.

- The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) has transferred to the custody of three suspects allegedly involved in the brutal hazing of more than 20 underclassmen at the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) on Good Friday, April 3.

- The BOSS Ironman Motorcycle Challenge gets a Cease and Desist Order from the LTO. The controversial riding event is no more.

- Alex Lynn suffers from a neck injury and will miss the opening WEC rounds.

- Race engineer Gian Piero Lambiase is set to leave Red Bull to become chief racing officer at McLaren for the 2028 season.

- Toyota's Noah and Voxy minivans are updated for the 2027 model year.

- SM Entertainment provides an update as deepfake offenders receive prison sentences.

- FIFA adds new and more expensive World Cup ticket tiers.

- TV5 is launching its STAR WORX artist center this May 5, 2026.

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