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

    

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

- Early English council results show Reform gains and Labour loses as counting yet to begin in Scotland and Wales.

- The US says Iranian military facilities were attacked after navy ships were targeted as the fighting resumes.

- A new hantavirus case was suspected on a remote island as contact tracing continues.

- The DILG is confident about the Philippines obtaining Interpol's red notice against former congressman Zaldy Co.

- ASEAN member countries have reaffirmed their unity and cooperation amid escalating tensions and crises in various parts of the world, including the impact of unrest in the Middle East. At the opening of the 48th ASEAN Summit and Related Meetings in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of strong unity among countries in the face of challenges affecting the economy, security, energy, and food in the region.

- Opel/Vauxhall will launch a new EV compact crossover by 2028 and will be made in collaboration with China's Leapmotor.

- Porsche reclaims the Nurburgring Nordschleife production EV lap record with the Taycan Turbo GT with Manthey kit at a rate of 6:55.5.

- Volkswagen's Golf GTI Edition 50 sets new Nurburgring Nordschleife front-wheel-drive lap record in 7:44.523.

- The next-generation Nissan Elgrand has an AUTECH variant unveiled. The new model will be unveiled this Summer.

- Nintendo is raising its prices for its Switch 2 console as well as the original Switch and Switch Online subscription prices.

- DONUTS announced that the Tokyo 7th Sisters game will end its service on August 12, 2026, after 12 years.

- HYBE launches new ABD label for a girl group that will debut this year.

- 82MAJOR member Cho Seongil was injured.

TTFN.

Mortal Kombat II (movie)

The brutal world of Mortal Kombat returns to the big screen with Mortal Kombat II, the ongoing saga of the rebooted live-action movie series. This installment promises to be deadlier than ever, featuring even more fatalities, just like the games themselves.

Mortal Kombat II (movie)

In Mortal Kombat II, the Elder God of Thunder Rayden and his Earthrealm warriors gained a new addition: a has-been action star named Johnny Cage. Teaming up with Kitana, a princess from the world of Edenia, they must do all means necessary to prevent Shao Kahn's diabolical attempt to invade the Earthrealm, even if it means death.

Some of the iconic MK characters never looked so intense in this latest movie, as well as their fighting powers. From Kitana's fan blades, Jade's bo staff, Baraka's needle arm, Kano's laser eye, to Johnny Cage's...ahem...incredibly handsomeness, it's the classic Mortal Kombat experience redefined on the big screen.

While not the guaranteed "flawless victory" fans expected, this latest MK movie is filled with iconic fatalities from start to finish. One fatality after another showcases what Mortal Kombat fans love.

What are you waiting for? GET OVER HERE and FINISH HIM! FIGHT!

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Würth 400

Fresh off Talladega where Carson Hocevar nabbed his first-ever NASCAR race win, the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series continued in Texas for the Würth 400.

Screengrab from NASCAR

From green flag to the final stage, NASCAR's recent Texas race displayed some crazy moments such as Denny Hamlin bumping Cooper Flagg, Todd Gilliland clipping Christopher Bell, and a collision on pit road to name a few.

In the end, Chase Elliott wins the Würth 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is the Go Bowling at The Glen this May 10, 2026.

2026 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship - StubHub Monterey Sportscar Championship

The 2026 IMSA WeatherTech Sportscar Championship took place in the legendary Laguna Seca for the StubHub Monterey Sportscar Championship, where cars celebrate the past with their throwback liveries.

Screengrab from IMSA

The No.5 JDC-Miller Motorsports Porsche 963 emerged victorious in Laguna Seca while the No.65 Ford Racing Mustang GT3 wins the GTD PRO class and the No.45 Wayne Taylor Racing Huracan GT3 Evo2 for the GTD class.

The next event is the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix this May 29-30, 2026.

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

   

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

- The DENR had recorded a critical air quality in Guinobatan, Albay, due to the ashfall from the Mayon Volcano.

- The country of Timor-Leste formally becomes the member-state of ASEAN.

- Train passengers in southern England facing major disruption after radio system fault.

- Israel launched an attack on Beirut, the first attack on Lebanon's capital since the April ceasefire.

- Cruise ship hantavirus patients arrive in Europe for treatment.

- Anthropic signs compute deal with SpaceX to meet AI demand.

- The first-ever Lexus TZ was unveiled and will be available this 2027. It's Lexus' first three-row EV.

- The Star Fox 64 remake is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this June 25, 2036.

- Ted Turner, the man behind the Turner lineup of channels such as TNT, CNN, and Cartoon Network, passed away at the age of 87.

- Netflix K-drama "Teach You A Lesson" arrives this June 5, 2026.

- NCAA tourney expansion reaches its final steps, according to reports.

- Kris Aquino tested positive for COVOD again after recent hospitalization.

TTFN.

Autobacs Super GT 2026 Series Round 2

During the Golden Week exodus, the Autobacs Super GT 2026 Series continues at Fuji Speedway for its second round.

It's a 1-2 GR Supra finish with the victory goes to the #36 au TOM'S GR Supra while the #14 ENEOS X PRIME GR Supra finished 2nd. The #23 MOTUL Niterra Z completes the podium by finishing in third place.

In the GT300 class, meanwhile, the #56 Realize Nissan Mechanical Challenge GT-R is the winner while the #56 LEON Pyramid AMG finished 2nd and the #31 apr LC500h GT finished 3rd.

The next race will be at Fuji Speedway for Round 3 this August 1-2, 2026.

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

  

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

- The cruise ship with the hantavirus outbreak on board will sail from Cape Verde to the Canary Islands, according to Spain. The Canary Islands opposes plan for the ship to dock there, citing safety concerns.

- For pro-Palestine activists were convicted of criminal damage over a raid at a UK site of an Israel-based defence firm.

- 2.5 tons of sardines were donated to the Camalig evacuees.

- The GSIS supports the Kalinga Bill that provides 12.2 billion Pesos of aid in times of crisis.

- A copy of the committee report from the House Committee on Justice on the impeachment proceedings of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte was provided to the Congress.

- Three people died in the fire at a residential area in Barangay Lower Bicutan, Taguig City, while seven were burned.

- PGMN founder Franco Mabanta was navbed for alleged extortion against Rep. Martin Romualdez.

- McLaren begins testing of its MCL-HY race car folliwing its unveiling.

- The Opel/Vauxhall Corsa GSE was unveiled.

TTFN.