Saturday, February 28, 2026

Let's Do The News! (February 28, 2026)

                     

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

- Former US President Bill Clinton testifies about late sexual offender Jeffrey Epstein as he denies involvement, saying "I did nothing wrong".

- Israel unleashed an attack against Iran as explosions were reported in Tehran.

- A 38-year-old male was charged with criminal damage after vandalizing the statue of Sir Winston Churchill in Parliament Square.

- Six planets recently aligned in the night sky, creating a planetary parade visible to sky-gazers worldwide.

- The recent Pokémon Presents presentation announced a variety of exciting updates to celebrate 30 years of Pokémon. Highlights include the introduction of new playable Pokémon in Pokémon UNITE, including Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres. Additionally, Pokémon Champions is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch in April 2026 and on smartphones this summer. Fans can also look forward to the debut of Mega Garchomp Z in Pokémon Legends Z-A. The presentation concluded with a teaser for next year's Pokémon games, titled Pokémon Waves/Winds.

- The Cadillac F1 Team announced the name of its F1 car as the MAC-26, named in honor of Mario Andretti.

- New WNBPA proposal offers concessions, according to reports.

- Former MLB pitcher Daniel Serafini was sentenced to life in prison for his 2021 murder.

- Famed singer Neil Sedaka passed away at 86.

TTFN.

SCREAM 7

Ghostface is back, and this time, fear comes home in the seventh installment of the SCREAM franchise.

SCREAM 7
SCREAM 7

Starring Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, Isabel May, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Mason Gooding, and Anna Camp, SCREAM 7 marks a return to form for the franchise. In this long-awaited sequel, Ghostface's first victim, Sidney Prescott (played by Campbell), confronts her familiar foe in an attempt to finally end his reign of terror.

This installment brings back some of the original cast from the first SCREAM movie as they face off against a new Ghostface killer with sinister plans to target Sidney's daughter. The iconic SCREAM moments are brought to life in a way never seen before. For longtime fans of the franchise, this is the thrilling return they've been eagerly anticipating.

SCREAM 7 serves as both a requiem and a nightmare for SCREAM fans everywhere, returning to the scene of terror from the first film with intense moments that will make it the SCREAM movie to end all SCREAM movies. It's the must-watch horror movie of 2026, and nothing can prepare you for the full-frontal assault it delivers.

Welcome home.

Friday, February 27, 2026

BIOHAZARD requiem

In celebration of the BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) series' 30th anniversary, the newest installment has arrived. All roads lead to where the nightmare began. This is BIOHAZARD requiem.

BIOHAZARD requiem
BIOHAZARD requiem (PS5)

BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) requiem, unofficially known as BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) 9: requiem, is the ninth chapter of the megahit survival horror franchise. In this newest installment, FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft's investigation into the recent bizarre murder case ended with her being abducted and becoming an experiment for Victor Gideon's evil plans. As Grace struggles to survive through Gideon's hellhole, veteran US government agent Leon S. Kennedy is dispatched to rescue her. As their fates collide, all roads will lead to the scene of the disaster three decades ago: Raccoon City.

BIOHAZARD: Requiem is a game in the BIOHAZARD series that offers players a choice between first-person and third-person views. The segments featuring Grace Ashcroft primarily emphasize classic survival horror mechanics, focusing mainly on puzzle-solving. In contrast, Leon Kennedy's segments are action-oriented, providing players with an exciting survival horror experience. These gameplay mechanics are broadly similar to those found in Biohazard Revelations 2, released a few years ago.

A Requiem game wouldn’t be a true BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) experience without swarms of monsters impeding your progress. From the return of zombies to terrifying creatures eager to attack, players must stay vigilant. And let’s not forget the intense boss battles that add to the challenge.

From enduring Gideon's hellhole to returning to Raccoon City in search of the truth, "Requiem" serves as a fitting tribute to the BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) franchise. Fans have experienced fear since the first game launched in 1996, and with the latest installment, three decades of Capcom's iconic survival horror franchise have culminated in this moment. 

This is the most frightening way to celebrate three decades of the BIOHAZARD (RESIDENT EVIL) series. Ready to head back to the roots of all evil?

Let's Do The News! (February 27, 2026)

                    

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

Mayon Volcano continues to spew lava-collapse pyroclastic density.

- Senate President pro-tempore Ping Lacson has begun the evaluation and verification of 18 former military personnel who came forward and admitted to delivering embezzled money to several high-ranking government officials on the orders of their former boss, former Cong. Zaldy Co. According to Lacson, even before Senator Imee Marcos filed a resolution to investigate the money delivery scheme of the 18 former military personnel, he had already conducted a preliminary verification of the soldiers.

- Pag-IBIG Fund investment income jumps nearly 50% to 0.43 billion pesos in 2025, while its assets hit 1.23 trillion pesos.

- The DFA warns unauthorized passport stamps will make the passport invalid.

- The Malacañang confirmed that the Land Transportation Office (LTO) is conducting an investigation regarding the incident on NLEX allegedly involving the convoy of Bulacan Governor Daniel Fernando.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. appointed Undersecretary Juan Miguel Cuna as Acting Secretary of the DENR, replacing Sec. Raphael Lotilla.

- Former US First Lady Hillary Clinton will testify if she "had no idea" of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes as she demands that US President Donald Trump be questioned under oath.

- In case you missed it: US President Donald Trump will deliver his State of the Union address this Tuesday, March 3. It is expected that President Trump will highlight topics including Venezuela, Greenland, the FIFA World Cup, and America’s 250th anniversary, among others.

- At least one American citizen was killed and another hurt in the Cuba speedboat shooting, according to a US official.

- The Green Party takes Gorton and Denton from Labour in their first-ever Westminster by-election win.

- The racing video game Rennsport is offering its "double the content, half the price" to stave off its disastrous launch last year.

- Netflix will broadcast this year’s Canadian Grand Prix as a result of a partnership that will also include Apple TV carrying the latest season of the Formula 1 docuseries "Drive to Survive."

- Ferrari unveiled its 2026 WEC season livery for the Le Mans-winning 499P.

- Conor Benn will fight against Regis Prograis in the undercard fight of the Fury-Mahmudov match this April 11.

- Michelle Dee mulls seeking an Interpol red notice against Xian Gaza.

- Actress Andi Eigenmann warns netizens about a scammer using her name.

TTFN.

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Let's Do The News! (February 26, 2026)

                   

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

- The Malacañang says they're not bothering the Chamber vote on the impeachment of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte.

- Six were hurt from an LPG explosion at Barangay North Bay Boulevard South, Dagat-dagatan, Navotas City.

- The confirmation of charges hearing against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte at the Pre-Trial Chamber I of the ICC has reached its third day.

- The Armed Forces of the Philippines welcomed the decision to open up a church and other infrastructures at Pag-asa Island.

- The state of Jersey approved an assisted dying law, which could come into effect this early summer.

- Four people who entered Cuban waters on a US-registered speedboat were shot dead by Cuban border guards.

- NASCAR announced a revised All-Star Race format, happening at Dover Motor Speedway this May 17th.

- Onegai AiPri, the newest AiPri TV series, will premiere on TV Tokyo this April 5, 2026, at 0930 JST.

- The World Aquatics announced the cancellation of the Mexico leg of this year's Diving World Cup, originally taking place next week, due to ongoing clashes.

- Actor Pepito Rodriguez passed away at 83.

TTFN.

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Let's Do The News! (February 25, 2026)

                  

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

- The Social Security System breached one trillion Pesos in reserve funds for the first time in SSS history. The net income has reached 143 billion Pesos.

- About 13,400 police officers As were dispatched across the Philippines in preparation for the EDSA People Power 40th Anniversary as well as the third Trillion Peso March protests.

- A total lunar eclipse will be witnessed across the Pacific Ocean this March 3, 2026. It will be witnessed in Eastern Asia, Australia, the Central Pacific, and western parts of the United States.

- Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte pleads to the ICC his right not to attend his detention review hearing this Friday.

- VOGUE announced the dress code for this year's Met Gala, happening this May 4th, as "Fashion is Art".

- 20 countries condemned Israel’s “de facto annexation” in the West Bank.

- US news reporter Savannah Guthrie is offering a one million dollar reward to anyone finding her missing mother.

- Lord Mandelson's lawyers said he got arrested on "baseless claims" he was about to leave the UK.

- Japan's all-female KYOJO CUP series launched its Fan Club with beta testing commencing this March 7. Subscribers can enjoy on-board footage with the participating drivers. A free trial is offered until the end of April 2026.

- Megan Bruce will don the Tag Heuer sponsorship for the 2026 F1 Academy season.

- Robert Wickens was inducted to the Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame.

- Opel/Vauxhall is teasing the upcoming Corsa GSE all-electric hot hatch. It is expected to don the similar 280PS EV powertrain as the Peugeot e-208 GTi and Lancia Ypsilon HF.

- TWICE member Mina will not attend the group's Philadelphia concert due to health issues.

- Actress Rhian Ramos is taking legal action against those spreading malicious articles against her.

TTFN.

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Let's Do The News! (February 24, 2026)

                 

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

- Over 2.3 million have been registered for the 2026 Barangay and SK Elections, according to the COMELEC.

- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has declared that tomorrow, February 25, will be an "ordinary working day" and that "no work, no pay" will be implemented for employees during the EDSA People Power anniversary.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. ordered the immediate decentralisation of farm input distribution so that seeds, fertilisers, and pesticides will no longer be delayed for farmers. In the President's dialogue with irrigators, farmers directly complained about the slow arrival of their agricultural needs. 

- The Philippines' chairmanship of ASEAN 2026 officially began today. It was opened by the ASEAN Editors and Economic Opinion Leaders Forum held in Makati City, attended by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., along with senior policymakers, global investors, and media leaders. The forum aims to deepen regional integration, accelerate investment flows, and prepare Southeast Asia for the challenges of the future.

- Immigration Commissioner Joel Anthony Viado has publicly presented a Chinese national who was arrested in Batangas province for posing as a Filipino. The foreigner was identified as Zhi Ling Guan, 47, using the aliases Shi Nengyuan and Mike Sy, who was found in possession of fake documents such as a Philippine passport.

- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese tells UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer his government would agree to any plan to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line of succession.

- Lord Mandelson was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

- Nick Reiner, the son of Hollywood director Rob Reiner, pleads not guilty in killing of his parents.

- The Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio models will remain in production until 2027.

- IndyCar unveiled its regulatory and technical updates ahead of the 2026 season.

- A new Evangelion series is in the works, as announced during the Evangelion 30th anniversary event.

- Video game composer Shigeru Ikeda passed away at 57.

- Former ToppDogg member Park Hyun Ho and Eun Ga Eun welcome their first child.

- The rematch between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather will take place on September 19, and it will be streamed on Netflix.

- A match between Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani will happen on May 2 in the midst of Japan's Golden Week.

- MNL48 is teasing their 2026 version of Pag-Ibig Fortune Cookie.

TTFN.