Ultraman Arc THE MOVIE: Choujigen Daikessen! Hikari to Yami no Arc

Yuuma Hize, Ultraman Arc, and the rest of SKIP are back for their true final mission in this latest Ultraman movie set after the events of the TV series finale as they're dealing with the deadliest threats from unknown origins.

Ultraman Arc THE MOVIE:
Choujigen Daikessen! Hikari to Yami no Arc

Ultraman Arc THE MOVIE: Choujigen Daikessen! Hikari to Yami no Arc, the true final mission of Ultraman Arc sees Arc, Yuuma, and the SKIP team receive a warning from a shadowy alien stopping by, regarding threats from unknown worlds. Among them is the deadliest threat of all; Gil Arc.

This final adventure tests the bonds between Yuuma and Arc to the absolute limit as they battle against the deadliest creatures from the unknown, including Gil Arc. From the suspense, the thriller, and the heroic battle scenes, this movie shows the true strength between Yuuma Hize, Ultraman Arc, and the SKIP team against all odds.

You should all deserve a group hug after witnessing the true end of Ultraman Arc's mission. As always, even though Arc's story has truly ended, the Ultraman New Generation universe will continue. No one knows yet but watch for it.

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

                                        

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

- House Majority Leader and Zamboanga City Rep. Mannix Dalipe is confident that the Ombudsman will not allow the Dutertes' allies to use him. Dalipe said this after Davao del Norte Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez's group asked the Ombudsman to suspend several House leaders whom he accused of falsifying public documents related to the 2025 national budget.

- PH Department of Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon blocked the cashless toll collection on major expressways that was supposed to be implemented on March 15th. According to Dizon, he ordered the Toll Regulatory Board (TRB) to stop its implementation because the system is not yet fixed.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) considers the consecutive hostage-taking incidents in the country to be isolated cases. These incidents occurred from January 20 to February 18 in Manila, Batangas, Rizal, and Digos City. According to PNP Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil, all victims were rescued and the suspects were arrested due to the quick response and crisis management skills of the police.

- The US Transportation Security Administration is laying off 250 jobs as part of its shakeup ordered by the Trump administration.

- Former Spanish football boss Luis Rubiales was fined for kissing player Jenni Hermoso without consent.

- The US Senate confirmed Trump's pick Kash Patel as FBI director, taking charge of an agency he has fiercely criticized.

- Israeli police say they are investigating a suspected terror attack in Tel Aviv after three buses exploded, but no casualties were reported. Meanwhile, Israel's military accuses Hamas of handing over the body of an unidentified person instead of that of hostage Shiri Bibas.

- IndyCar veteran Tony Kanaan is named Team Principal of the Arrow McLaren team.

- Dacia is set to unveil its new affordable EV city car soon.

- Hakusensha founding member and manga magazine editor Nobumasa Konagai passed away at 94.

- Nickelodeon announced a new project from The Last Airbender franchise coming soon. Titled Seven Havens, the new story is set in a world "shattered by a devastating cataclysm" and centers on a young female Earthbender who discovers that she's the new Avatar after Korra but is feared as humanity's destroyer. Series creators Mike Dante and Bryan Konietzko will pen the newest Avatar story coming soon.

- NMIXX member Haewon sits out the recent Mexico concert due to health.

- ESPN will no longer broadcast MLB matches after 2025.

- Canada beats US 3-2 in overtime to win the 4 Nations championship final.

- Korean celebrity yoga instructor Lee Yoo Joo dies at 35.

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

      

                                        

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

- The German government helps clean and beautify Fort Santiago.

- The Department of Social Welfare and Development launches the Angel Pets Program.

- The Commission on Elections (Comelec) will punish those who bully or discriminate against candidates and supporters for national and local aspirants during the campaign period.

- Three churches in the province of Rizal have been declared as National Cultural Treasures (NCTs) by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA). The NCCA recognized the churches of Sta. Ursula Parish in Binangonan, Diocesan Shrine and Parish of San Jose in Baras, and St. Jerome Parish Church in Morong.

- Pope Francis says "I might not make it this time" in his current battle with pneumonia.

- 157 false killer whales have been stranded on a remote beach in Tasmania, Australia, with around 90 found alive. According to authorities, they have yet to determine the reason for the stranding of the endangered species, which is 6.1 meters long and weighs up to 1,361 kilograms.

- Meta announced that Facebook Live videos will only last for one month. Starting yesterday, February 19, users can play and download their live broadcast video and share it on their Facebook pages or profiles for 30 days, after which it will be automatically deleted from the social media platform.

- Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky says US President Donald Trump is living in a "disinformation space" created by Russia. Earlier, President Donald Trump launched a fresh attack on President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling him a "dictator" as the US row with Ukraine deepens. UK PM Keir Starmer backs President Zelensky "as Ukraine's democratically elected leader" after President Donald Trump claimed he was a "dictator".

- Gordon Murray Automotive establishes its Special Vehicles division for special models and one-offs.

- The second-generation Volvo XC60 received a minor change for the 2026 model year.

- Kia previewed its PV5 range ahead of next week's KIA EV DAY presentation.

2026 Kia PV5

- Racing team AWA is retiring its Corvette Z06 GT3 racing machine after their Daytona 24-hour win.

- Nissan will unveil new vehicles for this year and next year, including a new-generation Leaf and a new luxury minivan.

- The official Evangelion pro e-sports team will disband this March and their final event will be held this late March.

- Niantic is reportedly in talks to sell its game business to Saudi-owned mobile game developer/publisher Scopely.

- ADOR denies NJZ's parents' claim that Bang Si Hyuk attempted to cancel their upcoming performance.

- Reports revealed that the US air travel system is not prepared for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 LA Olympics. "We're not ready to host the upcoming mega decade of events that will draw millions of domestic and international travelers. This poses risks to our national security and hampers economic growth," according to the U.S. Travel Association. The report estimated that 40 million people could visit the U.S. for the World Cup, the Olympics and Paralympics, the 2025 Ryder Cup, and America's 250th birthday, including 6 million for the World Cup.

- Quinn Hughes will not travel to Boston to join the US team as an injury replacement option for its 4 Nations Face-Off championship game against Canada.

- SEC and Big Ten commissioners agree that the College Football Playoff seeding needs to change.

- Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopez will face off for the UFC featherweight champion title vacated by Ilia Topuria. Their fight will happen in Miami on April 12th.

- Actor Jack O'Connell joins the cast of the upcoming Godzilla x Kong sequel movie.

- Ang Bandang Shirley will disband amid grooming allegations against its lead vocalist Ean Aguila.

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

     

                                        

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

- The camp of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte filed a petition for certiorari and prohibition with the PH Supreme Court against her impeachment case in the House of Representatives.

- Criminal Investigation and Detection Group Director P/MGen Nicolas Torre III emphasized that they did not have the blessing of the Malacañang Palace to file a complaint for Inciting to sedition and unlawful utterances against former President Rodrigo Duterte.

- At least 30 individuals were killed and 15 others were injured when the passenger bus they were traveling in plunged into an 800-meter-deep ravine in southern Bolivia.

- The US and Russia will appoint teams to negotiate an end to the Ukraine war.

- A man suspected of fatally killing a woman outside a pub in Kent, UK, on Valentine's Day called friends afterward and revealed what he had done.

- McLaren unveiled special Celebration Editions of the Artura and 750S range to commemorate last year's F1 Constructors Championship win. All nine units will be built and sold.

- The Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge was unveiled. Its electric powertrain is bumped to 650bhp of power, making it the most powerful Rolls-Royce ever made.

2026 Rolls-Royce Spectre Black Badge

- All F1 teams unveiled their 2025 season liveries during the F1 75 LIVE at The O2.

- The IndyCar series is making some regulation adjustments ahead of next month's season opener such as tightening belt and seat regulations, local yellow flags in cockpits, new spec fuel meter, and changed tire allocations with official tire supplier Firestone.

- Nintendo is ending its MyNintendo Gold Point rewards program on March 24 and Switch Game Vouchers will not be valid for Switch2 exclusives.

- Game developer NetEase is laying off the entire Seattle development team responsible for the free-to-play Marvel Rivals game.

- LAFC player Olivier Giroud lost approximately $500K of jewelry when his Los Angeles home was burglarized earlier this month.

- Sheki leaves MNL48 to pursue her career as a solo artist.

- Actor Sam Milby confirms breakup with Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray.

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

    

                                        

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

- Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel has sent a letter to Senate President Chiz Escudero so that the Senate can take action on the impeachment case of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte. Pimentel emphasized that based on Article 11, Section 3, Paragraph 4, of the 1987 Constitution, the Senate has a constitutional mandate to act "forthwith" or immediately on Duterte's articles of impeachment.

- The National Bureau of Investigation will conduct an investigation once senators file a complaint against former President Rodrigo Duterte's statement.

- More than 400 areas of concern are now being monitored by the Armed Forces of the Philippines.

- Pre-voting enrollment of Filipinos abroad who will use internet voting will begin on May 12. The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) said in its advisory that overseas Filipino voters of Philippine Posts who will use internet voting in the May 12, 2025 National and Local Elections must register or enroll in the Overseas Voting and Counting System (OVCS) from March 10, 2025 to May 7, 2025.

- Europe must step up to meet "generational" security challenge, UK PM Keir Starmer says as he heads to emergency Ukraine summit. Starmer says "there must be a US backstop" for any Ukraine peace agreement to deter Russia from attacking again.

- Three people were seriously injured when a Delta flight flipped over on landing in Toronto. All 80 people on board the Delta flight from Minnesota have been evacuated according to the US Federal Aviation Administration.

- The LTO suspends Angkas CEO George Royeca’s driver’s license for 90 days.

- MF GHOST's third season will air this 2026.

- To Aru Kagaku no Railgun anime returns for its 4th season.

- Kadokawa acquired the animation studio Chiptune.

- Actress Kim Sae Ron's cause of death was revealed.

- Miss Grand International founder Nawat Itsaragrisil adds the Miss Universe Thailand franchise to its portfolio for five years.

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Kia EV9 GT

Kia has been releasing some exciting new vehicles lately, and none is more noteworthy than the EV9 GT. This SUV doesn't need much introduction because it truly speaks for itself. As the most powerful three-row Kia SUV ever made, the EV9 GT sets a high standard for the brand. So, what makes Kia's latest heavyweight champion so remarkable?

2026 Kia EV9 GT

With prices starting at an ultra-expensive 88,490,000 Korean Won plus additional costs, the Kia EV9 GT is the most powerful three-row Kia SUV ever made, a statement that can rattle the Western establishment with style and power in this brave new world.

2026 Kia EV9 GT

2026 Kia EV9 GT interior

At first glance, it looks identical to the lesser and basic EV9 GT-Line judging by its sporty exterior credentials that add some macho flair to this flagship EV SUV. Still, to make sure that this is the GT variant, it's been given proper GT badges, GT-signature lime brake calipers, and unique 21-inch wheels. 

Inside, the EV9 GT adds a GT button on the steering wheel, GT-specific instrumentals, an exclusive performance timer, lime stitching, on all seats, 2-row premium relaxation seats, and front Alcantara premium sports seats, among others. This six-seater EV SUV is all about keeping its luxury status while going balls out on a track day in Inje or Yongin.

2026 Kia EV9 GT

Powering the EV9 GT is a 99.8kWh battery pack powering its dual-motor setup. It unleashes 509PS of power output and 740Nm of torque, sprinting from a 0-100kph time of less than four and a half seconds and a top speed of 220kph. That sounds fast for a heavyweight EV SUV that can last for over 400km on one full charge and it gets even more interesting because for show-off purposes, the EV9 GT is armed with its signature Virtual Gear Shift and electric Active Sound Design. It even comes with the same e-LSD from the EV6 GT, which helps with cornering stability by limiting wheelspin to the tires with less grip while torque is electronically routed to the tires with more traction.

The EV9 GT comes with a driver-selectable electronic control system (ECS). Accessed via the Drive Mode button on the steering wheel, the driver can select three different driving modes: Normal, Eco, and Sport. There's even a My Drive mode where drivers can personalize the EV9 GT's driving style judging by the shock damping, steering, and brake feel.

As expected, the Kia EV9 GT offers a wide array of safety features, including high beam assist, Highway Driving Assist 2, navigation-based smart cruise control, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist 2, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, and Rear Parking Collision Avoidance Assist.

Being the most powerful three-row Kia SUV takes guts to be one and this new heavyweight fighter is Ssireum on all four wheels. Trying to wrestle with this EV SUV on a track day is a challenging feat but for cruising, it feels like a normal EV9. Love it or hate it, the EV9 GT is the beast of Kia's SUV lineup and although silent, it demands respect.

Available Colors: Snow White Pearl, Marble Grey, Pantera Metal, Aurora Black Pearl, Flare Red, and Pantera Matte Metal.

Photo: Kia

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

   

                                        

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

- The National Food Authority (NFA) clarifies that tons of rice that have been sitting in their warehouse in Occidental Mindoro for two years is "subject to milling".

- A one-peso reward per every mosquito and its larva eliminated will be offered to a barangay in Mandaluyong to fight dengue. Meanwhile, a Taguig LGU is laying out plans to combat dengue.

- UK PM Sir Keir Starmer says the country is "ready and willing" to put troops on the ground in Ukraine to help guarantee its security as part of a peace deal.

- Kia previewed its first-ever EV4 compact EV saloon ahead of next week's KIA EV DAY presentation.

2026 Kia EV4

- BMW showcased its Vision Driving Experience, an all-electric test mule previewing BMW's Neue Klasse era. Its electric powertrain generates a whopping 13,269lb of torque.

- Actress Kim Sae-Ron dies at the age of 24.

- LeBron James sat out the NBA All-Star Game, his first time missing the game in his career, because of lingering discomfort in his left foot and ankle.

- Mikayla Blakes scored an NCAA Division I women's freshman record of 55 points during Vanderbilt's 98-88 overtime win against Auburn.

- The Netflix TV series XO, Kitty renewed for a third season.

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