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

   

                                        

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

- 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)

  

                                        

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

- 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)

 

                                        

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

- 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)

                                        

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

- 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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2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Ambetter Health 400

Reeling from their Daytona hangovers, the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series continues in Atlanta for the Ambetter Health 400. The drivers are trying to impress the Peach State with intense NASCAR action.

As the green flag waved, the action in Atlanta began. As Josh Berry nabs Stage 1, Stage 2 saw trouble as Ty Dillon hit the wall and spins on Lap 81 followed by Erik Jones hitting Chris Buescher on Lap 102, a punctured right rear tire for Todd Gilliand on Lap 135, and a crash between Chase Briscoe and Ricky Stenhouse Jr on Lap 149. With Kyle Larson secured Stage 2, the final stage saw a multi-car incident on Lap 183 that was triggered by the collision between Daniel Suarez and Ty Gibbs, two drivers spinning on Lap 204, Ryan Blaney spinning on Lap 234, and a Lap 258 disaster that got Kyle Larson, Austin Cindric, and William Byron on it.

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Leading the final lap with a multi-car accident behind him that got Josh Berry, Ryan Preece, Justin Haley, Shane Van Gisbergen, Joey Logano, Austin Dillon, and Tyler Reddick, Christopher Bell wins the Ambetter Health 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is at COTA, for the EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix this March 2, 2025.

Guinness Men's Six Nations 2025 ROUND 3

The 2025 Guinness Men's Six Nations championship continues with Round 3 featuring Wales v Ireland, England v Scotland, and Italy v France.

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Focusing on the Wales v Ireland match, Ireland has proven to be unsinkable this season by defeating the winless Wales 27-18 to snag the Triple Crown with Sam Prendergast the headliner for his penalty shot and conversion.

Meanwhile, England barely defeated Scotland 16-14 to grab the Calcutta Cup, and France massively beat Italy 73-24.

With Ireland and France leading after Round 3, the next two rounds will decide the fate of the frontrunners. Round 4 is on March 8 to 9 with Ireland v France, Scotland v Wales, and England v Italy.

2025 Repco Supercars Championship - Thrifty Sydney 500

The 2025 Repco Supercars Championship started with the Thrifty Sydney 500 campaign at the Sydney Motorsport Park, featuring two nighttime and one daytime race. There's never in the history of Supercars to have a season kicked off at nightfall.

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Cam Waters, driving his #06 Monster Castrol Racing Mustang Supercar, made headlines during the season opener by sweeping the entire race weekend. He successfully navigated two nighttime races, with the first race featuring a podium dominated by Ford drivers, including himself, Chaz Mostert, and Thomas Randle. In the second race, he faced off against two Red Bull drivers, Broc Feeney and Will Brown. In the final race, despite rainfall affecting the climax, Waters emerged victorious.

The next race is the 2025 Melbourne SuperSprint, which will take place from March 13 to 15, 2025, the day of the F1 75th anniversary season opener.