Let's Do The News! (January 9, 2026)

                              

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

- Almost 200,000 people have gathered for this year's Traslacion. The Philippine National Police is maintaining its maximum alert as the Traslacion proceeds peacefully.

- The Philippine Embassy warns Filipinos against false J-1 visa promises by illegal recruiters.

- A red "danger to life" wind warning was issued for southwest England as storm Goretti heads to the United Kingdom.

- Fans of the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, gathered at Sydney's Central Station for a seven-hour train journey aboard an Elvis-themed train. This event was part of the Elvis Festival held in Parkes, New South Wales, Australia. Tribute artists and fans filled the special train, which traveled 357 kilometers from Sydney to Parkes.

- The Ligier JS50 diesel-powered microcar lapped the Nurburgring Nordschleife in 28 minutes 28.5 seconds, breaking the six-decade record by the Trabant by more than 12 minutes as the slowest vehicle on the legendary track.

- Nissan unveiled the NOTE AURA NISMO CONCEPT as well as the Nissan Fairlady Z facelift range (including the Nissan Fairlady Z NISMO 6MT variant) at the recent Tokyo Auto Salon.

Nissan Note Aura NISMO RS Concept

2027 Nissan Fairlady Z

2027 Nissan Fairlady Z NISMO

- The Toyota GR Yaris MORIZO RR was unveiled. Limited to 200 units, it features dynamics inspired by the racing car that competed at the Nurburgring 24 Hours.

2027 Toyota GR Yaris MORIZO RR

- The Subaru WRX STi Sport# was unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon. Based on the VB WRX S4, it features a 6-speed manual gearbox, a first for a JDM model. It will be available this Spring 2026.

2027 Subaru WRX STi Sport#

- Honda unveiled the Prelude and Civic Type R HRC Concepts at the Tokyo Auto Salon, as well as the upcoming Civic e:HEV RS mated with the same S+ Shift system as today's Prelude.

- An XBOX Developer_Direct presentation is happening this January 22, 2026, and it will feature more about the upcoming Fable reboot, Forza Horizon 6, and Beast of Reincarnation.

- Girls' Generation member Taeyeon renews her contract with SM Entertainment.

- Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim was hurt during her training for next month's Winter Olympics.

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Let's Do The News! (January 8, 2026)

                             

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- The PH Department of Health has confirmed 17 super flu cases in 2025.

- A warrant for the seizure and detention of luxury cars, allegedly owned by resigned Ako Bicol Party-list Representative Zaldy Co, was served in BGC, Taguig City by the Bureau of Customs, PNP-Highway Patrol Group, and Southern Police District.

- The Regional Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council–Emergency Operations Center Bicol is now under Red Alert status following the continued eruption of Mayon Volcano.

- The Philippine National Police has welcomed the assessment by Australian authorities that reinforces the agency's position that the Philippines is not being used as a training ground for extremists and terrorists. This comes after Australian Federal Police Commissioner Krissy Barrett revealed that there is no evidence to show that the suspects in the Bondi Beach mass shooting received training or made logistical preparations while in the Philippines in November 2025.

- A landslide at a landfill in Barangay Binaliw, Cebu City that occurred yesterday, past 4:00 p.m., left one dead and six people injured; rescue operations for nearly 20 more people buried under garbage are ongoing.

- The United States is carrying out an operation to seize a Venezuelan oil tanker in the Atlantic, days after the capture of Nicolas Maduro.

- Michael Good was named as the new president of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway museum.

- CJ Olivares was named Group CEO of Racer Media & Marketing.

- TOEI teases its Kamen Rider 55th anniversary project to be unveiled on January 27th.

- Netflix's upcoming 2026 lineup confirms The Witcher Season 5, Emily in Paris Season 6, Physical 100: Italy, and more.

- Former Premier League referee David Coote was given a suspended prison sentence for making an indecent image of a child.

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Let's Do The News! (January 7, 2026)

                            

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- The PBBM administration scrapped fiscal support for the Comprehensive Automotive Resurgence Strategy and the Revitalizing the Automotive Industry for Competitiveness Enhancement programs in the 2026 national budget.

- The Mayon Volcano has recently unleashed a dome eruption, sending powerful pyroclastic density currents.

- The Kanlaon Volcano is spewing ash at around 1458 hours local time.

- The Metro Manila Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council has raised the Red Alert Status in preparation and security for the upcoming Traslacion ng Poong Hesus Nazareno. The alert status is effective from 8 a.m. today and will remain until 8 a.m. on January 10. Under this, the Office of Civil Defense–National Capital Region is closely monitoring and supervising all activities related to the festival, from preparations to the actual procession.

- Manila Mayor Isko Moreno leads the send-off ceremony of security and safety forces at the Quirino Grandstand for this weekend's Traslacion.

- The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will be dissolved on the first day of February 2026, according to Senator Imee Marcos. Atty. Brian Keith Hosaka, executive director of ICI, said that no notification has been received from Malacañang that they will be dissolved in February.

- The only paperwork the son of motoring journalist James Deakin had was from the importer, who was ticketed by the Land Transportation Office after crossing double solid yellow lines, according to Chief Markus Lacanilao. This follows Deakin's complaint that the LTO system is corrupt after his son was charged with a reckless driving violation instead of an improper lane change or disobeying traffic signs.

- UK braces for storm Goretti with new warnings for heavy snow and ice.

- The UK and France have agreed to send troops to Ukraine in the event of the peace deal, according to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, after recent talks.

- The United States is discussing "a range of options" to acquire Greenland, including the use of military force, according to the White House, amid European opposition. A few moments ago, US President Donald Trump said he will further discuss the Greenland issue in "two months" time.

- AFEELA unveiled its SUV concept at the recent Consumer Electronics Showcase.

- Toyota will enter the 2026 WEC season under the Toyota Racing banner and their new machine, the TR010 Hybrid Hypercar. This announcement comes as the Toyota Gazoo Racing brand was split into Toyota Racing and Gazoo Racing.

Toyota Racing TR010

- SEGA co-founder David Rosen dies at 95.

- Kim Ji Young announces marriage and pregnancy.

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Let's Do The News! (January 6, 2026)

                           

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- The Malacañang ready to face any petition filed against the 2026 national budget. This is the Palace's statement on Caloocan Rep. Edgar Erice's plan to file a petition with the Supreme Court, to question the legality of unprogrammed appropriations in the 2026 budget.

- Parañaque 2nd District Representative Brian Yamsuan has proposed the permanent removal of the ₱1,620 Travel Tax for Filipinos and citizens of member countries of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). This is part of Yamsuan's House Bill 4793, a bill that aims to boost tourism and make travel more affordable in Southeast Asia.

- The Armed Forces of the Philippines has warned the public about a YouTube video currently circulating online claiming that the Philippines' security alliances have been revoked or reversed. In a statement, the AFP said the video contains fake information and comments that do not reflect the official policies or actions of the Armed Forces and the Philippine government.

- Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro made his court appearance in New York. Maduro was detained by US forces following last weekend's deadly military strikes near Caracas. He's expected to face multiple charges.

- Retailers Claire's and The Original Factory Shop were put into administration, risking 2,500 jobs.

- Families of victims from the Manchester Arena incident say that MI5 "failed us" and must be fully included in a new law on cover-ups of public life.

- The BMW ALPINA logo was unveiled.

- The Cadillac F1 team named former Sauber driver Zhou Guanyu as its reserve and test driver.

- Manthey Racing is joining IMSA for the first time, calling it "the last race on earth left to conquer", following their WEC LMGT3 success.

- Several Japanese illustrators and manga artists stopped posting their artwork on X (formerly Twitter) after the platform launched its AI image editing feature.

- The production team of the Netflix original reality cooking show, Culinary Class Wars, warns strong legal action against malicious comments.

- The Montana State beats the Illinois State by a point, 35-34, to win the FCS Championship title.

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Let's Do The News! (January 5, 2026)

                           

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- Sixteen more victims of the Swiss bar fire were identified, according to authorities, including three aged under 16.

- The Danish Prime Minister tells US President Donald Trump to "stop the threats" about taking over Greenland.

- Former Philippine Senator Bong Revilla faces the preliminary investigation from the PH Department of Justice as he files a counter affidavit for cases filed against him by the National Bureau of Investigation.

- The Malacanang announced the ten key terms of the 2026 national budget that was vetoed by the Philippine President Bongbong Marcos.

- The Philippine National Police are on full alert for this Friday's Traslacion.

- Volkswagen previews the upcoming ID.POLO's interior.

- Actor Ahn Sung Ki passed away.

- The boss of Weverse issued an apology over the personal information leak.

- The Pittsburgh Steelers have beated the Baltimore Ravens 26-24 to nab the AFC North title.

- Tyson Fury confirms his 2026 comeback.

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Let's Do The News! (January 3, 2026)

                          

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- The United States has carried out deadly military strikes near Caracas, damaging Venezuelan military facilities.

- Authorities say that the Swiss bar fire that killed 40 started by sparklers on champagne bottles moved too close to the ceiling.

- The IHRA has acquired the Rockingham Speedway.

- Former F1 driver Logan Sargeant will be racing with the Era Motorsport LMP2 for this month's Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona endurance race.

- The production-spec Red Bull RB17 was unveiled at last.

Red Bull RB17

- The newest NANOHA TV anime series, titled Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha EXCEEDS Gun Blaze Vengeance, will air this July.

- Lee Dong Hwi drops out of the play after being hurt during rehearsal.

- The driver of boxer Anthony Joshua was charged with causing death by dangerous driving after the car crash in Nigeria, according to reports.

- The Miss Universe Organization issued a statement declaring that the recent claims are "false and misleading." This response follows remarks from former politician and businessman Chavit Singson, who stated that Anne Jakrajutatip and Raul Rocha no longer have control over the MUO.

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Let's Do The News! (January 2, 2026)

                         

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

- The Land Transportation Office officially prohibits e-trikes and e-bikes from entering Metro Manila main roads. The LTO made the announcement on New Year's Day, almost a month after postponing the implementation to December 2025.

- The death toll from the Swiss bar fire hits 40 as officials say families face "unbearable wait" for victims to be identified.

- The RAM 1500 SRT TRX was unveiled. Reclaiming the title of the world's most powerful petrol-powered street-legal offroader, the supercharged 6.2L V8 engine produces 777HP of power, sprinting from 0-60mph in 3.5 seconds.

2027 RAM 1500 SRT TRX

- The Kaguya-sama: Love is War "Finale" movie was announced.

- An animated spin-off from the recently ended Stranger Things TV series is in the works. The upcoming spin-off cartoon takes place during the events of the series' second season.

- Jo Yoon Woo announces marriage and retirement at the same time.

- Chelsea part ways with head coach Enzo Maresca.

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