RUSH - A Ron Howard film

RUSH

If Raikkonen of the present day is a F1 bad boy notable of saying rude words on TV, then his level is no match to 1970's James Hunt, who is the original bad boy of the Formula One history. James Simon Wallis Hunt is one of Britain's finest F1 racers of the past decade when he became the 1976 World Champion against all odds. Disqualified after his win at Spain and Brands Hatch and then Niki Lauda's flaming crash that caused the end of F1 days at the Nurburgring Nordschleife for good.

RUSH, a Ron Howard film, centers on a true-to-life story of one of Formula One's bad boys of the past in a very dramatic kind of way. This movie discovers James Hunt like you never seen before, giving you an edge-of-your-seat thrills as viewers dig deeper through James Hunt's career right until the fiery crash that nearly killed Niki Lauda at the Nurburgring.

Chris Hemsworth, while taking a break from wielding the hammer of the gods before November's Thor: The Dark World, is the perfect man to play the role of James Hunt even though his drinking and womanising were legendary in the James Hunt story. Daniel Bruhl, on the other hand, gets to play as the very prolific Niki Lauda, one of the most notable F1 racers of the 70's and James Hunt's fierce rival.

First impressions may not be quite as redeeming as the others but as the film progresses further and further until the fiery crash, RUSH is becoming as tense as the storyline itself. Although the suspense is a bit moderate, the thrills offered is getting more and more convincing and yes, Ron Howard sure knows how to make a true-to-life story more powerful and more compelling than an pantomime drama. It really grips the viewers with such emotion, the flavor, the power, and yes really, the perfection only this movie can pull on.

Although there is suppose to have room for improvement, I have to say that petrolheads are more than welcome to watch RUSH because we want to know James Hunt in a totally different level despite the crude thought of seeing Thor trading his hammer of the gods for a Formula One car and some track overalls.

Sometimes disappointing but it's still worth it to watch such of the finest masterpieces of 2013. Who wouldn't want to watch such a fine thing?

SYRIA UPRISING: UNSC may vote on Syria resolution on Friday

5 permanent members of the UN Security Council have agreed on a draft where the council could vote on the Syria resolution to remove Syria's chemical weapons on Friday if watchdogs approves the plan. The agreement was reached by foreign minsters from the five powers on Thursday. If Syria fails to comply, the UN will allow sanctions and military action.

Story: NHK WORLD

Balitang Six Six for 9/26/13

And now, what's the update or funny vids for 9/26/13's Balitang Six Six?

- A cop gets in trouble while jumping through the gate!

- Army mortar fail!

- A rooster vs. a pail of water!

- Horseriding FAIL

- Taekwondo competition turned DANCE COMPETITION!

- HIGH JUMPER FAIL!!!


Meanwhile, Tunting is facing off with...someone who looks like Bruno Mars in another TNT: TAPATAN NI TUNTING!

Honda previews 5th generation Odyssey

2014 Honda Odyssey

Breaking news from Honda because the Japanese carmaker showcased the all new fifth-generation Odyssey that is due to be on sale on Japan at this November 2013.

For the first time in Odyssey history, the all new fifth-generation Odyssey now features dual sliding doors and as for the dimensions, the new Odyssey is now bigger than its predecessor and it's now matches Toyota Alphard and Nissan Elgrand territory because of its 4830x1800x1695mm dimension (4830x1820x1685mm for the top-of-the-line Absolute model). With such sizing, the new fifth-generation Odyssey not only replaces the previous RB3 model but also the Elysion, which is known to be the last of the V6 Hondas. With the Elysion discontinued, it's the end of the V6-powered Hondas as we know it...for now.

The new model retains the 2.4L engine mated with a CVT gearbox but reports said that the top-of-the-line Absolute model will have a fuel economy of 14.0km/L on JC08 mode standards, that's more than the Alphard and the Elgrand had!

The all-new fifth-generation Odyssey will be on sale in Japan this November.

Story: http://autoc-one.jp/honda/odyssey/special-1487475/
URL: www.honda.co.jp/ODYSSEY/new

Top gear USA S04E04

TGUSA S04E04

America's biggest cars from the last century were in the focus from that episode of TGUSA Season 4 and here in Tennessee, the boys are challenging which of America's biggest cars is the best. Rutledge goes for the blinged-up Chevrolet Caprice Classic while Adam opts for the Buick Electra and Tanner goes for the Lincoln Continental Mark IV.

The first challenge involves speed test and with 83mph, Adam and the Electra won the first challenge.

Meanwhile, the boys put their cars' suspension to the test as they cross the railroads and back without making a mess out of their lunch. With Adam forfeited because it might damage the car, and Rut making a mess in his "donk" car and his shorts, guess it's Tanner's...but anyway, with Rut and the donk left, the two guys are off to Nashville for the finale and the winner gets to ride the new Corvette Stingray.

Amazingly, Rut's back to the group and the donk in his Impala's gone and replaced with the small wheels. However, he's not quitting yet because later, he put a boat in the back of his Impala for comical reasons and yes, Adam took Rut's idea and his Electra's armed to the teeth with a grand piano on the roof complete with a pianist! Such stupidity from these two made Tanner send themselves somewhere that what makes the true meaning of a "land barge" and for that...he enlisted The Stig!

Thanks to The Stig, Tanner Foust will be the key person to power test the brand new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray.

C7 Corvette Stingray in TGUSA

A great new car deserves a tough challenge and for that, Tanner's heading to Detroit to see if the C7 Corvette is better of with our without traction control. Red goes TCS off while Blue goes TCS on. Don't forget, the C7 Corvette has a Performance Traction Management which GM claims that it's a well advanced Traction Control which lets you have fun without crashing yourself out. It's a C7 with TCS off vs. a C7 with TCS on.

In the end, looks like the one with TCS OFF won against the one with the TCS ON, only just though. Still impressive to compare the new Corvette Stingray's capabilities.

What's in our Car Town garage today? (September 26, 2013)

What's in our Car Town garage today?

2012 Lotus Exige R-GT

Three decades after the Talbot Sunbeam Lotus won the World Rally Championship, Lotus steps back to the world of rallying courtesy of the rally-spec version of the V6-powered Lotus Exige S. Called the R-GT, this rally-spec Exige toned down its 3.5L V6 engine to 299bhp of power output, less than the normal Exige S V6. To meet the minimum weight regulations, the R-GT weighs about 1200kg. Lotus spend their workdays at the FIA GT category of the WRC 2012 season in Monte Carlo, Tour de Corse, and San Remo, testing out the capabilities of the Exige R-GT.

2012 Lotus Exige R-GT

2010 Dodge Viper ACR-X

With the Dodge Viper ended its production in 2010 and due to return in 2012, Chrysler launched the race-spec version of the hardcore Dodge Viper ACR, known as the ACR-X. Although, the V10 engine that powers it is now 40HP more than the ACR, it's a stripped-out track-only snake which weighs over three tons. Legend has it that it lapped the Nurburgring in 7:03.058, 9 seconds faster than the normal ACR.

2010 Dodge Viper ACR-X

1970 Ford Torino Cobra

The Torino, on its 1970 model year, is five inches longer and two inches wider than its predecessor and those dimensional changes have to make due to the 429-cid engine which comes with 10.5:1 compression ratio and 360HP of power output.  The Cobra version is a much deadlier beast even though it saw 10HP increase to the 429 engine as well as a 11.3:1 compression ratio. The Jet Ram-Air version still has the same update as the Torino Cobra but it features an optional shaker hood.

1970 Ford Torino Cobra

Let's Do The News! (September 25, 2013)

Here are some moments that you had missed...

The End of the World from Doctor Who

- Do you still remember the whole "End of the World" episode from Doctor Who back in 2005, when the series returned and on that episode, The Doctor (who was Christopher Eccleston back then) and Rose (Billie Piper) time traveled through the year 5 billion when they've witnessed the world's end? Well, there's more to add from this "Doctor Who IRL" files...sort of because study suggests that Earth will remain habitable for another two billion years just as long as no calamities ravaging through. Two billion years remaining of Earth's habitable zone...that's about three billion less to its deadline.

- Back at the Indonesia International Motor Show, Daihatsu revealed eight concept cars on the venue, including different concept versions of the Ayla compact car.

- Moments during last week's Singapore GP, Lotus Cars opened its flagship showroom in Singapore and this 4400 sq. ft. outlet is located at the heart of the city and will be operated by Richburg Motors, which represent Lotus in Hong Kong.

- Iranian leader Hassan Rouhani claims that his country's nuclear program is for peaceful purposes and nuclear weapons are NOT in Iran's doctrine. Can't you believe what he just said? He REALLY DID get the nerve into saying that...

 Uzuki Shimamura: New Generation Ver.

- Uzuki Shimamura from THE iDOLM@STER CINDERELLA GIRLS mobile game is the next to get the Good Smile Company treatment...and she's ready for pre-orders!

- In anticipation for Sunday's Jake and the Neverland Pirates Never Land Rescue TV Special, Disney Junior collaborated with the National Wildlife Federation. As the message says, "Plant a real tree and take pledge to help protect the Forever Tree".  More info at http://disneyjuniorgiveatree.nwf.org/

TTFN!

HiNA3 Message

HiNA3 Message

It's been two years now since Hinagiku Katsura from Hayate no Gotoku impressed us with her second full album, HiNA2 Spring Has Come, but now, even though we're already done with the 2013 series, Hayate no Gotoku Cuties, Hinagiku's still got it because now, there's Hina's third full album for those who are big fans of this...fan favorite.

Yes, this is Hinagiku Katsura's third full album since...well, the first one since February 2009 and the second one since December 2011 and for this all new album, Shizuka Ito, the voiceover of Hinagiku Katsura, returns to perform 11 songs including the titular song "Message". Also, the opening theme song and the episode five closing theme from 2013's Hayate no Gotoku Cuties episode were here.

There are two limited editions offered and while the first has a limited edition DVD, the second has, for the first time, a limited edition Blu-Ray disc! No matter which, you can still expect the music video for Hinagiku's song クリスマスの少年. From 9/25 to 10/6, those limited edition stuff will also come with a ticket for, yes you guessed it, ヒナ祭り祭り2 Message. A live event coming this November 17, 2013.

TRACK LISTINGS:

01 Message
02 春ULALA♡LOVEよ来い!!!
03 Girls Power CARNIVAL!!
04 雨色笑顔
05 Good Morning
06 １ミリ
07 ダイキライは恋のはじまり
08 まっすぐな虹
09 また明日
10 プラネタサイリユム
11 Special Thanks -君へ-

SYRIA UPRISING: France’s Hollande firm on Syria, hopeful on Iran

French president Francois Hollande told the United Nations that despite the Russian deal to have Syria surrender its chemical weapons, "coercive measures" must be take if the regime failed to live up to its agreement.

Story: FRANCE24

Kia K3 EURO

2014 Kia K3 EURO

It's been quite a long months since it made an American appearance at the 2013 Chicago Auto Show and its Asian premiere at the 2013 Seoul Motor Show but at long last, the Kia K3 lineup is finally complete because not only it has the four-door saloon that it came last year and the turbocharged K3 KOUP that came late last month but now, the hatchback version of the K3, dubbed K3 EURO, has arrived for just 18,370,000 Korean Won (estimated 18,000 US Dollars).

So, what's it all about this...5-door version of the K3? Well, for starters, it has all of the same stuff you'll find from its sedan counterpart except now in its 5-door configuration. The EURO name, well it's somewhat sarcastic because you can't find these in Europe in favor of the Cee-apostrophe-D. Never mind because while the K3 locks on against the Samsung SM3 and the recently updated Hyundai Avante and the K3 KOUP locks on against the Avante Coupe, this K3 EURO loves to play hide and seek against the Hyundai i30.

Check your records though because the new K3 EURO offers more wheelbase and length than the i30 but it's a bit shorter than the i30 by about 20mm. Based on the looks it looks more convincing than the i30 but no matter what, it won't win you many friends like any Korean cars do.

2014 Kia K3 EURO interior

Like the K3 sedan, the EURO hatchback features a well-behaved interior which is as tech-savvy as a hipster carrying too much gadgets in her purse. One thing you'll may not now that for the new K3 EURO, there's an exclusive brown interior offered just to give the inside view a more coffee-like atmosphere which is as warm as visiting your granny's house. On the EURO, the rear seats are foldable to accommodate rear space for your luggage and oh, there's even a tonneau board behind which gives the interior a bit more sedan-like while stuff are under the tonneau. Sounds convenient but meh...

The only engine available on the K3 EURO, like the sedan counterpart, is the 1.6L Gamma GDi engine which produces about 140PS of power, 17kg-m of torque, and fuel economy of only 12.5km/L, while mated with a 6-speed automatic gearbox. It's even got ACTIVE ECO ASSIST and FLEX STEER as well but no matter what...its still has the "meh" reaction you'll be getting so...meh...

Available Colors: Milky Beige, Aurora Black Pearl, Snow White Pearl, Bright Silver, Glittering Metal, Golden Beat, Temptation Red, Planet Blue, and Abyss Blue.

So...this one or the Hyundai i30? Don't be daft but it's good fun finding out...

Photo: Kia Motors

Let's Do The News! (September 24, 2013)

Here are some moments that you have missed...

- Hide the kids, because there's an all new Porsche 911 Turbo Convertible out in the open. Same improvements to the 3.8L flat-6 engine, same PDK from the hardtop, only this time, with the roof off. 3.2 seconds of 0-60mph time for the S model, 13 seconds to close the roof, and an eye-blinding top speed of 197mph.

2014 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet

- In case you missed the Emmys, here are the winners;

• OUTSTANDING DRAMA SERIES - Breaking Bad
• OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTOR IN A DRAMA SERIES - Jeff Daniels from The Newsroom
• OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTRESS IN A DRAMA SERIES - Claire Danes from Homeland
• OUTSTANDING COMEDY SERIES - Modern Family
• OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTOR IN A COMEDY SERIES - Jim Parsons from The Big Bang Theory
• OUTSTANDING LEAD ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES - Julia Louis-Dreyfus from Veep
• OUTSTANDING REALITY-COMPETITION PROGRAM - The Voice
• OUTSTANDING REALITY PROGRAM - Undercover Boss

Complete List: http://tv.msn.com/emmys/2013-winners-list/story/

- Sad news from the tech world as Canadian smartphone maker, BlackBerry, announced that they will be retreating from the consumer market for good in favor of its traditional strength serving businesses and governments.

- Has anyone kept watching GMA's My Husband's Lover? Last night's episode does made a focus regarding HIV and AIDS as on this episode, General Armando Soriano (played by Roi Vinzon) finally admitted that he had been diagnosed with HIV.

- In bizarre news, a high-profile Brazilian businessman, Chiquinho Scarpa, plans to bury his Bentley Flying Spur because...it's all part of Brazil's national week of organ donation?

- Tuningwerk tunes the BMW M135i to make it a track-focused hot hatch that can produce either 360PS or 450PS of power depending on the customer options.

Tuningwerk M135i

- Hyundai Motor Company teams up with tuner Bisimoto Engineering to create a thousand-horsepower tuned Genesis Coupe for the 2013 SEMA SHOW.

Bisimoto Engineering Genesis Coupe

TTFN

SYRIA UPRISING: Assad said they have large chemical weapons stockpile

In an interview aired by China's state-run CCTV, Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad said his country has been stockpiling large amounts of chemical weapons and his government will guarantee the safety of inspectors from the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons but warned that insurgents may try to block the inspections to prevent implementing its agreement and then blame it.

Story: NHK WORLD