For the first time in nearly two decades, Super GT returned to Malaysia's Sepang Circuit for the third round of the 2025 season. This marked Super GT's first overseas race weekend since COVID restrictions were lifted.
Screengrab from Super GT
After intense racing action around Sepang, the #37 Deloitte TOM'S GR Supra is the winner, beating the likes of the #8 ARTA MUGEN CIVIC TYPE R-GT and the #12 TRS IMPUL with SDG Z. In the GT300 class, meanwhile, the #18 UPGARAGE AMG GT3 is the winner, while the #52 Green Brave GR Supra GT finished 2nd, and the #4 GOODSMILE HATSUNE MIKU AMG finished 3rd.
The next race will take place at Fuji Speedway on August 3, 2025.
To celebrate F1's 75th anniversary, the world of F1 comes to life on the big screen, thanks to the mastermind behind Top Gun Maverick, who made it possible to bring "the king of motorsports" to Hollywood.
F1: The Movie
Starring Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, and Javier Bardem, "F1: The Movie" brings the thrilling action of Formula 1 racing to the big screen. The film imagines what the F1 grid will look like with the addition of an 11th team, set to debut in the 2026 F1 season. The story revolves around APXGP, a fictional team that plays a central role in the plot.
In this movie, Brad Pitt plays the role of Sonny Hayes, a former F1 driver who got pulled out of retirement by his former teammate Ruben Cervantes, played by Javier Bardem, who owns the struggling APXGP. He made a fateful encounter with the team's rookie driver, Joshua Pearce, played by Damson Idris, who becomes Sonny's teammate and arch-nemesis. The stakes are higher, and as Sonny's past demons haunt him, he will soon learn that returning to F1 racing is an all-or-nothing gamble. Whatever it takes.
A masterpiece two years in the making, the racing sequences were created during the 2023 and 2024 F1 seasons, so yes, there's a hint of Zhou Guanyu, Alfa Romeo Sauber, Alpha Tauri, and whatnots instead of the latest F1 season. Still, with cameos of this generation's F1 greats like Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and Lando Norris, the movie's racing scenes never felt so exciting.
Moviegoers are drawn to the dramatic performances of Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, but it's the hero car that steals the spotlight. This film features the APXGP APX23 as its iconic vehicle, which showcases the movie's 11th team scenario. Powered by Mercedes-AMG, the choice to partner with Mercedes-AMG as a sponsor is clear. Additionally, Apple developed custom technology specifically for the APX23, which enhanced the film's racing sequences and contributed to the actors' on-screen reactions while driving.
If you enjoyed this movie, you'll soon have the chance to play moments from F1: The Movie as downloadable content (DLC) in the EA SPORTS F1 25 video game, available next week. However, to access these challenges in the game, you'll need to provide proof that you've watched the film, even though it may reveal some spoilers.
This film offers a story-based action thriller experience that chronicles the adventures of the struggling APXGP team. It features a dramatic performance by Brad Pitt and includes cameos from your favorite F1 drivers, delivering classic F1 thrills. This movie stands as the pinnacle of the 75th anniversary celebration of Formula 1. From beginning to end, it proves to be one of the best films of the summer season.
Touted as the "Child's Play" of today's generation, the horror movie "M3GAN" shocked the world with the story of an AI doll that showcased the true horrors between man and machine, which kinda reminds us of other movies pitting humans against robots. After two years, the killer doll returns, deadlier than before.
M3GAN 2.0
The killer doll, M3GAN, has now been updated to Version 2.0. In this sequel to the hit 2023 horror movie, Gemma and her niece Cady, having escaped the horrors associated with M3GAN from the previous story, now face a deadly new threat: a weapons-grade robot codenamed Amelia. As Amelia wreaks havoc, Gemma is left with no choice but to revive her greatest nightmare, M3GAN, to stop Amelia's menace.
This situation feels reminiscent of The Terminator because, in the previous story, M3GAN posed a threat to Gemma and Cady. However, in this sequel, her greatest nightmare becomes humanity's last hope. Long story short, thanks to her new abilities, M3GAN is deadlier than ever, all while delivering the classic “Come with me if you want to live” line from the Terminator playbook. Like the previous movie, it still packs the innocent frankness of a family movie, but with the cold cruelty of a horror movie. A terrifying recipe that made M3GAN zero-shifted to the list of iconic horror movie monsters, bumping the likes of Chucky from Child's Play.
Seeing either M3GAN or Amelia zero-shifted through your face is the last thing you'll ever want to see. This sequel is everything you would expect from a juiced-up robot doll, which is still as innocent but cruel as last time, only deadlier. This is the upgrade that horror movie fans can't get enough of.
In celebration of the Pretty Series' 15th anniversary, the Septentrion boys are back for their multiverse-trotting escapade in the newest King of Prism movie.
King of Prism: Your Endless Call Minna Kirameke! Prism Tours
The latest movie in the King of Prism series is titled "King of Prism: Your Endless Call - Minna Kirameke! Prism Tours". This film takes place shortly after "Dramatic PRISM 1", where the Septentrion boys embark on a time-traveling adventure to attend the Dear Crown Christmas Live concert, where the seven performed for the very first time. As they journey through the time-space warp, the group explores all the installments of the Pretty Series, from "Pretty Rhythm" to "Waccha PriMagi!", to reach their destination. Unknown to them, a shadowy male named Ai Kannazuki is watching their every move.
This movie truly embodies its theme as it celebrates 15 years of the Pretty Series. While the King of Prism stars receive much of the spotlight, male idols from the entire franchise also share in the glory. From the PriPara side, we have WITH, Dark Nightmare, and Mario. As for the Kiratto PriChan side, are there any male idols featured? Lastly, from the Waccha PriMagi side, we have TRUTH. It's an alternate scene surprise because every week, the scene alters, showcasing which Pretty Series installment will be in this film.
It's surprising that the latest installment, "Himitsu no AiPri," wasn't included, especially since the show features a male AiPri idol, Subaru Nanaura. The reason is that the content highlighted in this movie comes from the Tatsunoko era of the Pretty Series, and AiPri is not part of that because it is produced by OLM.
Despite some reservations, this movie serves as a fitting tribute to the Tatsunoko-era Pretty Series. It deserves recognition for its significant contribution to the success of the Pretty Series, appealing to a wide audience. This film is a suitable anniversary gift, celebrating the 15th year of the Pretty Series.
- Authorities continue to remind the public to be critical and vigilant of videos seen online. Especially if they use the image or voice of well-known personalities whose appeals or messages seem ‘too good to be true’. The reminder follows complaints received by the Philippine National Police Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) from several high-profile individuals who have also been victims of deepfake scams.
- The Department of Foreign Affairs has announced that a labor agreement between the Philippines and Israel is expected to be established.
-The provincial government of Batangas has no reports received regarding the burial of the bodies of missing sabungeros in Taal Lake in 2021.
- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has filed a counter-affidavit with the Ombudsman regarding the House's recommendation to file multiple complaints regarding confidential funds.
- The Conservative-led US Supreme Court curbs the power of local and state judges to block President Donald Trump's orders nationwide.
- The UK counter-terror police have arrested four people after planes were vandalized at the RAF Brize Norton.
- The Toyota RAV4 overtook the Tesla Model Y as the world's best-selling car.
- Cable TV channel tvN is launching a new dating show where celebrities introduce their friends.
- JTBC previews its upcoming lineup of TV dramas coming in the second half of 2025.
What did the Acura NSX (NC1) Type S and the Nissan Z NISMO (RZ34) have in common? They are descendants of the cars that featured in the first two Forza Motorsport games, and having obtained these two JDM descendants, I got the chance to explain what's what.
Imagine Mal and Red from Descendants, with the NSX representing the original VK who restored balance, and the Z NISMO symbolizing the new VK ready to paint the story red. You get the point, but let's get on with the quick intro about these two...descendants.
Let's begin with the NSX Type S (NC1) from Acura, a car that I won from completing the entire Spirit of Forza Motorsport tour.
The NSX Type S is the final edition of the Acura/Honda NSX NC1, signaling the end of the second-generation NSX's production after its six-year tenure.
In addition to its aggressive design, the 3.5L V6 Twin Turbo Sport Hybrid SH-AWD powertrain was juiced to produce 608PS of power and 667Nm of torque. The improved 9-speed DCT with Rapid Downshift feature shifts 50% faster in Sport and Sport+ modes, while Track Mode provides earlier downshifts into corners thanks to a 1,500rpm increase in the rev threshold.
The available Lightweight Package shaves over 26kg of weight with the inclusion of a carbon fibre engine cover, steering wheel, and instrument binnacle, along with carbon ceramic brakes.
Only 350 units were made and sold, with 300 of them in the US market. Production ended in 2022. In Japan, where it was sold as the Honda NSX Type S, it is the last Honda to be powered by a V6 engine.
Let's discuss the Nissan Z NISMO (RZ34). It's important, so please pay attention. Originally, this car was a prize for completing the Update 20 Open Class Tour before the deadline of June 25, 2025. However, with the release of Update 21, it has now become a permanent prize car. You can obtain it by clearing the newly expanded and now-permanent Open Class Tour at the Builders Cup.
Let's give these descendants a mad dash around Laguna Seca, tasting the essence of what it's like to drive the descendants of the first two Forza Motorsport cover cars. Let's roll the tapes.
Rotten to the core, they said. Well, one of them is.
There's a saying that goes, "Find something to believe in and discover it for yourself. And when you do, pass it on to future generations." As descendants, we have a purpose: to share the stories of our famous predecessors. The NSX has fulfilled its purpose, while the Fairlady Z is still writing more chapters, albeit only a few.
Shame that they're the last new prize cars, not just the game itself, but for the rest of the Forza universe.
- Senator Alan Peter Cayetano believes that if the Senate President election of the 20th Congress were held today, Senate President Chiz Escudero would definitely win. According to Cayetano, Escudero has enough votes because more than 13 people would definitely vote for him if the Senate President election were held today.
- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte has reported to the Malacañang about her overseas trips.
- The Philippine National Police is confident of identifying those behind new President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. deepfake video.
- The Philippine government vows to protect witnesses in the case against former President Rodrigo Duterte at the International Criminal Court (ICC), says the Philippine Department of Justice (DOJ).
- The government's intense campaign against terrorism continues after the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) recorded the neutralization of more than 900 members of the Communist Terrorist Group (CTG) nationwide from January to June 19, 2025. Based on the latest AFP data, up to 902 CTG members were neutralized under a series of operations in which 787 voluntarily surrendered, 54 were arrested, and 61 were killed in encounters.
- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says the country delivered a "heavy slap" to the US in his first remarks since the ceasefire in effect.
- NATO allies make "ironclad" commitment to collective defence and agree to spend 5% of GDP on defence and security.
- Volvo teases its upcoming EX60, soon to arrive this 2026.
