Saturday, November 16, 2013

Third-generation Honda Fit wins 2013-2014 Japan COTY

2014 Honda Fit Hybrid


The new, third-generation, Honda Fit wins the 2013-2014 Japan Car of the Year award thanks to its compact sizing, its dual clutch gearbox for a hybrid car, and packaging for its class. This is the 12th time Honda crowned the Japan COTY award. Their last win was in 2010 with their CR-Z sport hybrid but amazingly, this is the third time the Fit won the award, one for each generation.

The Volkswagen Golf VII won the Import Car of the Year, Volvo V40 won the Japan Car Design of the Year, while the Honda Accord Hybrid, with its clever two-motor hybrid system, won the Japan Car Technology of the Year.

Mercedes-Benz bids "Auf Wiedersehen" to the SLS AMG with Final Edition

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Final Edition

Since its 2010 launch, the SLS AMG is Mercedes-AMG's first halo vehicle and a spiritual successor to the Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing. Sadly, it's time to say auf wiedersehen to this gullwinged supercar from Germany as the "Final Edition" will make a premiere at Los Angeles and Tokyo, giving this the sendoff it so richly deserved. Available in Coupe and Roadster guise, it carries the same 583HP V8 engine from the SLS GT model but the Final Edition comes with the black bonnet and a fixed rear wing. Up to 350 units will be made.

Report: Top Gear

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: Stephen Colbert joins call for aid to PH, asks viewers to ‘out-donate China’



Comedian and host of Comedy Central's The Colbert Report, Stephen Colbert, praised the US for efforts sending relief efforts to the Philippines, which was battered by Superstorm Yolanda/Haiyan while making jokes about China's $100,000 donation to the Philippines. The joke? Ask the viewers to "out-donate" China after that too-short donation to the Philippines China has done to them.

Report: http://www.interaksyon.com/entertainment/stephen-colbert-joins-call-for-aid-to-ph-asks-viewers-to-out-donate-china/

"Pimple Panic"

On the November 15, 2013 episode of Bubble Gang...

- Drive-thru gags

- Ikaw at ang Ina knows about...Post, Like, Comment.

- Endorsecopy

- Bubble Gang does Eskinol by spoofing this commercial as ESKIMOL. No to dirt. No to pimples. Yes to fun!

Bubble Gang does Eskinol
- In this episode's ISTAMBAY SA LOOBAN: Kursunada ni boy itong si Marian, pero may mahigpit siyang kalaban...

- A dying father has his last wish...

Unang Hearing sa Spoon and Fork Barrel Scandal!

Chip Echosero and PJ Jingona - Tsenador


Sec. Leila De Anim

Dante Gimena

Atty. Lorna Kapunen
Mrs. Tina Polez
Benthor Uy
Mary Anne Santigo

- Gerry Gerinimo checks out some new medicines from the drugstore such as Jayatabs, Salongpants, Jackson's Baboy Lotion, Bibeflo Bibe Cologne, Brownies Baby Diapers, Bekydine, and Unclebiotic.

- Kidnapping with too much movie references thrown in.

Friday, November 15, 2013

Let's Do The News! (November 15, 2013)

The big news today...

1) Mazda CX-5's SCBS hits a snag, injures driver and passenger


Mazda CX-5 2013 ANNIVERSARY


The Smart City Brake System equipped on the Mazda CX-5 automatically activates the brakes and reduces the engine output at the same time. However, this safety system isn't fool-proof though as demonstrated by a report that in a Saitama Mazda dealership, a customer tries out the CX5's SCBS and failed, injuring both the driver and the dealership representative. Mazda expressed "sincere apologies" on their press statements regarding the accident.


2) The Night of The Doctor

One-hit wonder Eighth Doctor Paul McGann makes a comeback on this web-exclusive prologue to next week's The Day of The Doctor TV special. This online exclusive is called The Night of The Doctor and we see The Doctor fatally crash lands in the former colony of Gallifery, home to the Sisterhood of Karn. Watch the clip and find out:



3) Bravest Warriors S02E03

Frederator Studios' Cartoon Hangover streamed the third episode of Bravest Warriors season 2. This episode is titled Mexican Touchdown and on that episode, Danny and Plum are on an alien rescue. Watch this episode and smile if you want more.



4) Perodua showcases sedan concept at KLIMS13

Malaysian carmaker Perodua showcased their sedan concept called the Buddyz which claims to be "the perfect combination of local and global automotive trends".

Report: http://paultan.org/2013/11/14/perodua-buddyz-klims/

5) Availability of "GT5 My Home" and GT5 Photo Stream on www.gran-turismo.com

As the world prepares for GT6, Gran Turismo announced that GT5 My Home and GT5 Photo Stream will no longer be available on www.gran-turismo.com from 29 November, 01:00 EST. Equivalent services will be made available on www.gran-turismo.com for Gran Turismo 6 following launch of the title.

Source: Gran Turismo website

6) GT Racing 2 now available on iOS and Android

If you like Asphalt 8: Airborne, then you'll going to enjoy GT Racing 2, the newest sequel to the hit racing game made by Swiss-based game developer Gameloft. There are 67 cars from 35 manufacturers and 12 awesome location inspired tracks offered in this game and best of all, it's FREE TO PLAY on your iOS and Android! Download one now on the App Store or get it on Google Play.

7) Subaru Legacy Concept previews 6th generation model

2013 Subaru Legacy Concept

The Subaru Legacy will be 25 years old next year and the full model change is due next year so for a preview, Subaru will showcase the concept model that will preview the next-generation model. It will make a world premiere at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show.

Details: http://www.netcarshow.com/subaru/2013-legacy_concept/

8) McLaren P1 sold out

It's official and you're too late, potential buyers. The over-900bhp hybrid hypercar, McLaren P1, is officially sold out as all 375 models have been accounted for.

Report: http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/mclaren-p1-sold-out-2013-11-13

TTFN!!!

The Richard and Maya Wedding


This is the first time on Philippine television where this special episode gets its own global simulcast. Not only this special episode aired in ABS-CBN but globally via The Filipino Channel where in the same time, Filipinos worldwide get to watch the special Be Careful With My Heart episode. It's the wedding of Richard "Ser Chief" Lim (played by Richard Yap) and Maya Dela Rosa (played by Jodi Sta. Maria). Maya and Ser Chief, finally tied the knot.

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: Hong Kongers' bashing of typhoon victims condemned



Hong Kong has remained unfriendly to the Philippines since the 2010 Quirino Grand Stand hostage drama where a former policeman killed some Hong Kong tourists held hostage. Now, a Hong Kong-based organization condemned some of the Hong Kong people who gave negative comments about the victims of Superstorm Yolanda (Haiyan). The group said in a statement "The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) expressed today its concern over abusive and derogatory remarks, made on the internet and through other public channels, by some members of the community in relation to the Typhoon Haiyan disaster in the Philippines"

Report: The Philippine Star

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: De facto martial law



"De facto martial law" is in effect in Leyte and its capital Tacloban as authorities try to stop the looting and secure the relief goods being sent to areas heavily hit by Superstorm Yolanda last week, according to DILG Secretary Mar Roxas. He told CNN reporter Andrew Stevens that "martial law is de facto, meaning it's in place even if there's no technical paper legalizing it". The government have brought an additional 1,000 PNP police officers from outside.

Report: The Philippine Star

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: Police official sacked over 10,000 fatality estimate



Eastern Visayas police (PRO8) regional director Chief Superintendent Elmer Soria, the police general who said that Superstorm Yolanda/Haiyan could have left over ten thousands died, was ordered relieved and would be replaced by his military academy classmate, Chief Superintendent Henry LosaƱes, current head of the PNP Maritime Group. The PNP leadership has yet to announce Soria's relief.

Report: The Philippine Star

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: LA Lakers Typhoon Relief



The Los Angeles Lakers will donate $150,000, as well as give all proceeds from the Lakers Youth Foundation In-Arena Auctions at all Lakers home games between November 12-24, to the Philippine Red Cross to assist in the relief efforts for victims of Superstorm Yolanda/Haiyan that ravaged the eastern and central parts of the country last week.

For details on how you can donate: http://on.nba.com/1gO75h8

Top Gear USA S04E08


It's USA vs the world as the boys from Top Gear USA are comparing American exotics and see if they have the willpower to take down the Europeans.

Rut goes for the old Saleen S7, Adam goes for the Rossion Q1, which is more of an Americanized version of the Noble M400, and Tanner opts for the Lucra sportscar.

For their first challenge, they went to Beverly Hills and see which car gets photographed the most. Thanks to Adams cunning attempt, the Rossion really is a head-turner.

Then, it's off to the Mojave Desert for their next challenge. It's drag racing and the fastest of the three is the Lucra thanks to its power-to-weight ratio.

Next up, the boys are trying to get through the car's claimed top speed. The Lucra LC470 has a top speed of 180mph but Tanner managed to get 162. The S7 has a top speed of an estimated 199mph  but Rutledge done it in 160mph. The Q1 has a 189mph but for Adam, that's 145mph. On this challenge, that's another win for the LC470.

Now, it's USA vs Europe. For Adam, his Q1 will go up against the Ferrari 458 Italia. Of course, the European supercar enemies will be driven by themselves while their American rides will be driven by The Stig. The Rossion won against the Ferrari but can the S7 keep up against the Lamborghini LP700-4? The answer, yes. Surprisingly well. Meanwhile,  Tanner in the Porsche GT3 vs Stig in the Lucra. Race boy vs the tamed racing driver.

Even when Tanner get whacked by The Stig, American exotics win the challenge.


Tanner wins overall and he's all out to try out the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series.


The power test involves how good the SLS Black is and even though it's a supercar, it corners very well. But to that, he has a race against time at Southern California's Highway 74. One of the most dangerous roads in America and he's got 10 minutes to get through.

Rain or shine, it's still worth a challenge and with less than a minute. the SLS Black made it. Tanner managed to beat the clock even in drizzling conditions.

Thursday, November 14, 2013

SUPERSTORM YOLANDA: Restaurant in Leyte gives Angus Beef to victims



A restaurant owner from Tacloban, Leyte, one of the areas heavily affected by Superstorm Yolanda, given away his stocks of food, especially Angus Beef, to the typhoon victims. He has to ensure that most of his food were safe to eat before being given to the victims.

Watch: http://n5e.interaksyon.com/top/E8B56618791B4ED/1001/angus-beef-ipinamigay-sa-tacloban-leyte