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

       

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

- 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.

- The biggest moves from Day 2 of the NBA draft.

- Texas State is nearing its move to the PAC-12, according to reports.

TTFN.

My FM Log: Descendants

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.

Let's Do The News! (June 26, 2025)

       

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

- 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.

- Mercedes-Benz showcases its Concept AMG GT XX.

- Rock band TOKIO announced their disbandment following member Taichi Kokubun's multiple past compliance violations.

- The live-action My Daughter is a Zombie movie will hit cinemas this July 30.

- Lim Young Min has left BRANDNEW MUSIC.

- The winners and losers of the first day of the NBA draft.

- Blade Runner and Dune director Denis Villeneuve is named as the director of the next 007 movie, with Tanya Lapointe as executive producer.

TTFN.

Let's Do The News! (June 25, 2025)

      

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

- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte appoints Atty. Michael Poa as spokesperson for her defense team in the impeachment case she is facing.

- House Deputy Minority Leader and Basilan Rep. Mujiv Hataman welcomed the enactment of Republic Act No. 12224, which declares National Hijab Day every February 1. For Hataman, this is a big step to show respect not only for our Muslim brothers and sisters but for all Filipinos regardless of religion, culture, or attire.

- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has reiterated its strong stance in defending the country's interests amid the issue of a foreign missile system deployed in the Philippines. This was the response of Philippine Navy Spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Rear Admiral Roy Vincent Trinidad after Vice President Sara Duterte criticized the government for allegedly favoring a foreign power.

- Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin “Boying” Remulla says former President Rodrigo Duterte’s interim request is not appropriate, practical, or necessary.

- Eurostar passengers are facing severe delays and cancellations after cable theft.

- Pope Leo XIV has named former Department of Education (DepEd) Secretary Bro. Armin Luistro as a member of the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life in the Vatican.

- The Days of Thunder sequel movie casts Tom Cruise.

- The Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear was unveiled. A track-focused take on the Jesko Attack with 1603bhp of power. All 30 units were sold out.

2026 Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear

- The Netflix original series Bet was renewed for Season 2.

- The NCAA is nearing a decision on a larger tournament, according to reports.

TTFN.

Winners of the 2025 KCA

Nickelodeon kicked off the summer season with the 2025 Kids' Choice Awards, hosted by singer Tyla. The annual awards ceremony is packed with numerous guest stars, musical performances, and of course, it won't be KCA without...slime!

In case you missed last weekend's KCA, here is the list of winners!

FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST - SZA

FAVORITE MALE ARTIST - Bruno Mars

FAVORITE MUSIC GROUP - Stray Kids

FAVORITE SONG - "Taste" by Sabrina Carpenter

FAVORITE MUSIC COLLABORATION - "Luther" by Kendrick Lamar and SZA

FAVORITE FEMALE BREAKOUT ARTIST - Sabrina Carpenter

FAVORITE MALE BREAKOUT ARTIST - Benson Boone

FAVORITE ALBUM - "Short N Sweet" by Sabrina Carpenter

FAVORITE GLOBAL MUSIC STAR - Tyla

FAVORITE VIRAL SONG - "Bluest Flame" by Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco

FAVORITE SONG FROM A MOVIE - "Defying Gravity" by Cynthia Erivo feat. Ariana Grande

FAVORITE GAMER - IShowSpeed

FAVORITE MALE CREATOR - MrBeast

FAVORITE FEMALE CREATOR - Salish Matter

FAVORITE MALE SPORTS STAR - LeBron James

FAVORITE FEMALE SPORTS STAR - Simone Biles

FAVORITE MOVIE - Wicked

FAVORITE MOVIE ACTOR - Jack Black

FAVORITE MOVIE ACTRESS - Ariana Grande

FAVORITE ANIMATED MOVIE- Inside Out 2

FAVORITE MALE ANIMATED VOICE FROM A MOVIE - Dwayne Johnson

FAVORITE FEMALE ANIMATED VOICE FROM A MOVIE - Auli'i Cravalho

FAVORITE VILLAIN - Jim Carrey

FAVORITE BUTT-KICKER - Emma Myers

FAVORITE CARTOON - SpongeBob SquarePants

FAVORITE KIDS TV SHOW - The Thundermans: Undercover

FAVORITE MALE TV STAR (KIDS) - Jack Griffo

FAVORITE FEMALE TV STAR (KIDS) - Kira Kosarin

FAVORITE FAMILY TV SHOW - XO, Kitty

FAVORITE MALE TV STAR (FAMILY) - Xolo Mariduena

FAVORITE FEMALE TV STAR (FAMILY) - Peyton List

FAVORITE REALITY TV SHOW - America's Got Talent

FAN FAVORITE KIDS' CREATOR - Ms. Rachel

FAVORITE PODCAST - LOL Podcast

FAVORITE VIDEO GAME - ROBLOX

Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Kids' Choice Awards!

Let's Do The News! (June 24, 2025)

     

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

- The first batch of OFWs from Israel has returned to the Philippines.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. assured that the government will not abandon Filipinos who have undergone voluntary repatriation or are now returning to the country due to the ongoing tension between Israel and Iran. According to President Marcos, upon their arrival in the country, they will receive P150,000 in financial assistance, temporary housing, and transportation assistance, as well as livelihood support and training vouchers to help them start anew.

- A Low Pressure Area was spotted 445km West of Dagupan City, Pangasinan.

- Senator Loren Legarda is urging the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) to urgently implement labor reforms after the Philippines was once again included in the list of "worst countries for workers" by the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC).

- Five miners were found dead inside a tunnel by a resident of the FCF mining compound in Barangay Runruno Quezon, Nueva Viscaya.

- Israel's defense minister says Iran has violated the ceasefire agreement and orders "powerful strikes" on Tehran. A few moments ago, US President Donald Trump said Iran and Israel had agreed to a ceasefire, but that was short-lived.

- MG is teasing a new car for next month's Goodwood Festival of Speed.

- The current-generation Suzuki Alto was updated for the 2026 Model Year.

2026 Suzuki Alto

- Project Motor Racing will launch on November 25, 2025.

- Jun Ji Hyun left her agency after three years.

TTFN.

Let's Do The News! (June 23, 2025)

    

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

- Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte says she has no hard feelings for President Bongbong Marcos, but she believes the president has problems to deal with.

- The PDP-Laban or Partido ng Demokratiko Pilipino Lakas ng Bayan has filed an additional petition or supplemental petition with the Supreme Court seeking an order from the Supreme Court to order the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) to subject the results of the senatorial elections to a manual recount.

- A tropical depression that was spotted outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility has intensified into a Tropical Storm, according to PAGASA.

- The PH Department of Agriculture is preparing for possible effects in the agriculture sector due to the Iran-Israel conflicts.

- The Philippines will strengthen the use of space technology to help protect and improve the lives of Filipinos. According to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA) will collaborate with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) so that the country can effectively use space science. He said that through satellites, typhoons can be detected faster and disasters can be responded to immediately.

- The first batch of OFWs from Israel will return to the Philippines tomorrow, according to the Department of Migrant Workers.

- New satellite images of Iran show fresh craters at nuclear sites following the US-led bombardment run. Iran's nuclear sites were severely damaged after a huge operation involving 125 warplanes and "deception tactics," according to a top US general.

- Koenigsegg is teasing a new vehicle coming June 25.

- MINI is teasing something JCW-related coming this June 27th.

- The Skoda Academy students have converted the Superb Estate into a pickup truck concept called the L&K 130.

- IndyCar reveals more details of its 2028 new car plan.

- The Tokyo Revengers' War of the Three Titans arc will air this 2026.

- The Netflix K-drama All of Us Are Dead's second season unveils its new cast members.

- BTS member Suga establishes an autism treatment center under his name with a 5 billion KRW donation.

- Cardong Trumpo is named Pilipinas Got Talent Season 7 grand winner.

TTFN.