Wicked For Good

The epic conclusion to last year's megahit musical movie, Wicked, has arrived. The fates and destinies of Glinda and Elphaba are ultimately decided...for good.

Wicked For Good

Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo are back, reprising their iconic roles as Glinda and Elphaba in the much-anticipated conclusion to last year's smash hit musical, Wicked. In this final chapter, titled Wicked For Good, the fates and destinies of the two characters are ultimately decided. As Glinda becomes the symbol of peace in the land of Oz, Elphaba, known as The Wicked Witch of the West, unleashes chaos. As the two face off, their destinies will be determined... for good. This movie also stars Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jonathan Bailey as Prince Fiyero, Ethan Slater as Boq, and Marissa Bode as Nessarose, among others.

When the first Wicked movie came out last year, moviegoers didn't expect a second part to be coming soon, and here we are, with the long-awaited conclusion to last year's blockbuster, which picks up moments after the end of the first movie. There's nothing to explain about. Still, with a new setlist of songs in this gravity-defying final chapter, moviegoers will laugh, cry, and sing their hearts out as they witness the decisive moments between Glinda and Elphaba.

While it may not be the best movie of 2025—since the first Demon Slayer film holds that title—it is certainly a worthy contender for an Oscar and fits well into the category of an "artisan pick." From beginning to end, being part of the Wicked experience is truly a significant honor.

If you enjoyed last year's Wicked movie, now's your chance to witness the final chapter and be changed...for good.

Mexico's Fatima Bosch wins 2025 Miss Universe

Amid the controversy surrounding the Miss Universe management, the pageant held in Thailand proceeded smoothly, and beauty queens from around the world gathered in the Land of Smiles to take over the reins from last year's winner, Denmark's Victoria Kjær Theilvig.

Image: Miss Universe

Fatima Bosch of Mexico was named this year's Miss Universe, two weeks after she walked out alleging mistreatment. Bosch bested the likes of Thailand's Praveenar Singh, Venezuela's Stephany Abasali, the Philippines' Ahtisa Manalo, and Cote d'Ivoire's Olivia Yace.

In the pageant's Q&A segment, when asked how to use this platform to empower young girls if she wins this pageant, Bosch responds:

"As Miss Universe, I will say to them, believe in the power of your authenticity. Believe in yourself. Your dreams matter. Your heart matters.

"And no, never let anyone make you doubt about your worth, because you're worth everything. And you are powerful, and your voice needs to be heard. Thank you."

Congratulations to Fatima Bosch and the finalists of the 74th Miss Universe pageant. 

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

                                  

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

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos announced that a warrant of arrest against Zaldy Co and 17 others was released.

- The Office of the Ombudsman does not consider the video testimony of former Cong. Zaldy Co to be admissible as evidence in the flood control project scandal. This was what Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla insisted in an interview here at the Senate after the budget deliberation for the Office of the Ombudsman. Remulla explained that Co did not swear his statement in the released videos where he directly accused President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. of being behind the ₱100 billion flood control project budget insertion in 2025.

- Senator Rodante Marcoleta criticized Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla's announcement of a timeline for the arrest of several individuals facing charges. If you recall, Remulla was the one who announced that the International Criminal Court (ICC) already has an arrest warrant against Senator Bato dela Rosa and that it will be released "very soon."

- The House Committee on Public Information has formed a Technical Working Group (TWG) to work with the House Committee on Information and Communications Technology to draft bills that will impose severe penalties on those who spread fake news. These include House Bills number 5241 and 2697 filed by Parañaque 2nd District Representative Brian Raymund Yamsuan, which seek to impose a 12-year prison sentence and a ₱2 million fine on those found guilty of spreading false or fake information.

- An inquiry revealed that the United Kingdom did "too little, too late" in early response to COVID, leading to thousands of deaths.

- The Alabama governor replaces the entire International Motorsports Hall of Fame Commission after a critical state audit.

- Alisha Palmowski and Rafaela Ferreira will stay with Red Bull and Racing Bulls for the 2026 F1 Academy season. Also, Lisa Billard will be in next year's season under Gatorade sponsorship.

- Hyundai showcased its Crater Concept and the Genesis Magma GT Concept.

Genesis Magma GT Concept

Hyundai Crater Concept

- The Genesis GV60 Magma was unveiled. It's the first of the Genesis Magma performance brand. Its EV powertrain produces up to 650PS of power via boost.

2027 Genesis GV60 Magma

- The second season of Frieren will air this January 16, 2026.

- The upcoming 007 First Light video game, coming in March 2026, will feature a heavily armed Aston Martin Valhalla hypercar.

- The artist lineup for the 2025 KBS Song Festival was unveiled.

- AKMU has left YG Entertainment after 12 years.

- Union groups expressed concerns that the WNBA's CBA proposal misses key demands, according to reports.

TTFN.

Scarlet (2025 film)

Mamoru Hosoda, the visionary behind the animated classic Mirai, returns with his latest work, a must-watch anime movie of the season.

Scarlet (2025 film)

Mamoru Hosoda's latest masterpiece, "Scarlet", made its debut at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival and is a must-watch movie for the autumn season. In this film, Scarlet struggles to avenge her father's death and finds herself plunged into the Otherworld, where the spirits of the dead wander aimlessly. There, she encounters a nurse named Hijiri. After learning that Claudius, her uncle who is responsible for her father's death and for stealing the kingdom from him, is hidden within the Otherworld, Scarlet faces a critical choice between justice and vengeance.

Another visionary masterpiece in the making since Mirai, Scarlet showcases a unique storytelling approach that blurs the lines between time and personal loyalty, as well as the path between vendetta and justice. This originality makes it feel like a blend of The Lord of the Rings anime movie, The War of the Rohirrim, and the universe of Makoto Shinkai. The film is gripping, emotional, and intense, revealing the true essence of this latest Mamoru Hosoda masterpiece.

If you loved Mirai, you should check out Scarlet. It's one of the must-watch anime movies not just for the entire autumn season but for the entire year 2025.

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

                                 

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

- Alice Guo was found guilty and handed a life sentence due to a qualified trafficking case.

- DPWH Sec. Vince Dizon assures that the Philippine government will not stop until the stolen money is returned to the people.

- The Bureau of Customs has raked in over 38 million pesos in the recent auction of luxury cars seized from the Discaya couple.

- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is also preparing for the Philippines' leadership in ASEAN 2026.

- The Philippine National Police is continuing to make preparations for the expected “Trillion Peso March” on November 30. According to Acting PNP Chief P/LtGen Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr., the success of the previous rally serves as an important lesson to ensure security in the upcoming large-scale rally. According to Nartatez, they learned a lot from past rallies and will use this in future public strikes. The PNP also encouraged attendees to follow police instructions, respect fellow rallyists, and cooperate to keep the gathering orderly and safe.

- US President Donald Trump signed the bill ordering the Justice Department to release the Jeffrey Epstein files.

- Former UK police officer and serial rapist David Carrick was found guilty of more sex offences, including against a 12-year-old girl.

- The fourth-generation Porsche Cayenne was unveiled, and it's now fully electric. The range-topping turbo variant has up to 1140bhp of power, making it the most powerful production Porsche ever made.

2027 Porsche Cayenne

- LEGO joins the F1 Academy grid for the 2026 season with Esmee Kosterman behind the wheel.

- Genesis Magma Racing named Mathieu Jaminet and Paul-Loup Chatin as drivers for its hypercar program, with Jamie Chadwick as its reserve driver.

- The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will feature a K-POP Demon Hunters balloon with HUNTR/X members performing in the parade.

- Devsisters teases a Cookie Run Kingdom x Wicked collaboration coming this November 23, 2025, with characters Glinda and Elphaba making their guest appearances as guest cookies.

- Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin announced their marriage after a decade of dating.

- The QCPD revealed Ivan Cezar Ronquillo's cause of death.

- Miss Universe Jamaica fell onstage during the 2025 Miss Universe preliminaries.

YES! to Tomorrow

The Nijigasaki High School Idol Club has introduced the Monthly Songs project, similar to Aqours' monthly birthday song singles. Each month, one of your favorite members will have the opportunity to shine. For the November edition of the Nijigaku Monthly Songs project, Setsuna Yuki's here.

YES! to Tomorrow

Setsuna Yuki, voiced by Coco Hayashi, takes over the November edition of the Nijigaku Monthly Songs project with her featured song "YES! to Tomorrow". The penultimate installment includes this featured track and the additional song titled "think of you"

Next time...Zhong Lanzhu.

KYOJO CUP 2025 Season Summary

For the first time in the KYOJO series' eight-year history, the Japanese all-female rookie racing series, held mostly at Fuji Speedway, was transitioned from prototype racing to formula racing.

The decision to switch to formula racing stems from growing concerns about the participation of Japanese women in motorsport. Since the cancellation of the now-defunct W Series' Japanese leg—originally scheduled to take place alongside the F1 Japanese Grand Prix three years ago—there have been increasing worries that the ongoing F1 Academy series may not feature a Japanese driver or might not be held during next season's Japanese Grand Prix and in the foreseeable future. 

Given these circumstances, the organisers of KYOJO felt that transitioning to formula racing was their only option. This move serves as an opportunity to send a message to the motorsport world: female drivers in Japan, whether local or foreign, deserve a chance to be part of all-female racing events.

The formula machine used in the 2025 KYOJO series, codenamed KC-MG01, is equipped with a turbocharged 1.4-liter engine that generates 176 horsepower. It also features a 12 kW hybrid system and is paired with a Sadev 6-speed paddle-shift transmission. The vehicle adheres to FIA F4 regulations regarding performance. In terms of suspension, it utilizes a double wishbone design with pushrods and adjustable anti-roll bars. The braking system is comprised of AP Racing 2-piston radial mount calipers and ENDLESS brake pads. Additionally, the car is outfitted with OZ Racing wheels and Bridgestone racing tires.

The 2025 KYOJO CUP season is packed with new and returning faces in the grid. A few foreign drivers are joining in the action, such as popular Asian-American racer and content creator, Hana Burton, as well as Thailand's Sitarvee Limnantharak, China's Zhao Yun Qing, and Kelsey Pinkowski from the United States.

Screengrab from KYOJO

The 2025 season kicked off last May 10-11 as a support race alongside the Inter Proto Series for Rounds 1, 3, and 5. Rounds 2 and 4 were support races that took place within the Super Formula 2025 season calendar.

Winning four out of five races, Rio Shimono, the driver of the #86 Dr.Dry with Team IMPUL KC-MG01, emerged as the 2025 season champion, holding her head high. In Round 2, Miki Onaga secured victory over Aimi Saito and Shimono.

With the successful transition of the KYOJO CUP from the VITA-01 to the KC-MG01, this Japanese all-female racing series has sent a strong message to the world: female drivers in Japan, whether local or foreign, deserve opportunities to participate in all-female racing events, particularly in the F1 Academy. While there's still more to achieve, we hope that the 2026 season will bring even more excitement to the new era of KYOJO.