Let's Do The News! (September 30, 2015)

- The People's Republic of China admitted to detaining two Japanese men separately on suspicion of espionage. Since China enacted an anti-spying law late last year, authorities have been carrying out crackdowns nationwide.

- A group that claimed to be an Islamic State affiliate said it was held responsible for the murder of an Italian in the Bangladeshi capital of Dhaka. This is the first attack in Bangladesh to be carried out by the said militants as an online statement posted that they were behind the murder of an aid worker who was shot dead while jogging.

- Most Ukrainian airlines are not allowed to fly into Russia beginning October 25th, in response to a similar ban imposed on major Russian airlines by Ukraine.

- Whistleblower behind the NSA scandal Edward Snowden opened a Twitter account and gained hundreds and thousands of followers in less than half a day.

- Continuing on the Volkswagen diesel crisis, the German automotive giant says that they will refit vehicles affected by the dubious software that caused most of their diesel-powered cars cheat through emissions tests.

- American electric car maker Tesla launched their ambitious Model X crossover that can seat up to seven people, features a bizarre feature called the  "Bioweapon Defense Mode" that eliminates fumes, bacteria, and other stuff coming on the inside, signature Falcon Wing doors, and promises a mileage of over 257 miles, depending on the variant.

- Shooting for the final Resident Evil/Biohazard film is underway somewhere in South Africa.

- In case you missed the recent Eat Bulaga kalyeserye; Alden Richards admitted the truth about holding Yaya Dub's hands last Saturday. Lola Nidora got furious when she found out what Alden did but because of such honesty done by AlDub, Lola Nidora forgave them. Yaya Dub told Alden she had a surprise for him but what is it? Tune in next time and find out!

- The brand new Honda Civic Type R is set to launch in Japan at the end of 2015 and it will be strictly limited to 750 units. Made in the UK, the new Civic Type R is powered by Honda's brand new 2,0L VTEC TURBO engine developing 310PS of power. It is the fastest front-wheel drive hot hatch to lap the Nurburgring in 7:50.63. It will be having a Japan premiere at the Tokyo Motor Show this October.

TTFN!!!

F1 2015: Japanese GP

Once again, Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton showed his greatness in front of a huge crowd at Suzuka Circuit for this season's Japanese GP as well as second placer Nico Rosberg and Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel as the big three making up the podium after a heavy-hitting race of the aces.

Meanwhile though, the two teams of Toro Rosso and Lotus had a spectacular run as they did their best to survive till the very end of the race. Seventh and eighth goes to Lotus' Romain Grosjean and Pastor Maldonado while ninth and tenth goes to Max Verstappen and Carlos Sainz Jr. Not bad for a bunch of rookies.

Post race, Renault announced that they will taking over the Lotus F1 team for next season and have Grosjean and Maldonado continue as usual.

Onto the overall standings; Hamilton's now 277 points, Rosberg's 229 points, and Vettel's in 218 points.

The next race is set at Sochi, Russia, on the 11th of October, 2015.

Let's Do The News! (September 29, 2015)

- Typhoon Jenny is now outside the Philippine Area of Responsibility but rains will continue in Luzon due to the southwest monsoon or habagat.

- The government of Fukushima has again demanded the operator of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant to address the outflow of radioactive rainwater into the ocean after heavy rainfall.

- German prosecutors are investigating former Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn after the carmaker admitted most of their diesel-powered cars cheated emission standards.

- A fish processing facility has opened at Tokyo's Haneda Airport to provide fresh seafood to restaurants. Inside the facility, workers prepare and vacuum-pack fish caught and to be delivered to restaurants in Tokyo.

- Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump unveils tax proposal that cuts taxes across the wealth spectrum and closing loopholes.

- The SM Group announced their collaboration with the Walt Disney Company Southeast Asia to bring more Disney stuff to the shoppers through mall, retail, entertainment and amusement opportunities.

- Because Audi is part of the Volkswagen Group, the luxury carmaker's unsafe from the recent diesel scandal as they've recalled over two million diesel-powered Audis that used a dubious software that cheated emission regulations.

- The Skoda Octavia RS range is now available with four-wheel drive.

- You won't like him when he's angry! Hulk from Marvel's Avengers has his own figma courtesy of Good Smile Company.

TTFN!!!

Yes. NASA says waters of Mars DO exist.

Image Reference: BBC

Shocking news for everyone who's into space (and DW-related malarkey) because there was news regarding what's what with the planet Mars because today, the top officials from NASA confirms signs of water flowing on Mars, showing incredible evidence of life in the red planet.

Yes, there IS such thing as waters of Mars according to NASA but I should warn you that pretty soon, when you go there, you might wind up like these guys as seen from that Doctor Who special titled The Waters of Mars. What? Haven't seen it? But if you did see it years ago or you've binge-watched Doctor Who for this, use extreme caution because even though NASA confirms there is such thing as waters of Mars, you'd better not make close contact with that.

Please...Every Whovian in the world knows how this ends...in disaster.

Further reading:

1) CNN - Liquid water exists on Mars, boosting hopes for life there, NASA says

2) New York Times - NASA Confirms Signs of Water Flowing on Mars, Possible Niches for Life

3) The Guardian - Nasa scientists find evidence of flowing water on Mars

Let's Do The News! (September 28, 2015)

- Most parts of the world, including the United States, have observed a so-called Super Blood Moon for the first time since over three decades. A rare combination of the so-called Super Moon and a Total Lunar Eclipse is the last eclipse of the year and the last of the 2014-2015 lunar tetrads. Those who didn't had the chance to see the rare Super Moon Total Lunar Eclipse may have to wait until 2033.

- German reports told that an engineer at Volkswagen raised concerns four years ago about the software the automaker used to cheat emissions tests.

- Pope Francis finished his historical US trip after his final mass at Philadelphia.

- The French had launched air strikes against the Islamic State militants in Syria, according to reports.

- The Philippine Red Cross said that there's enough blood supply for most dengue victims in affected areas nationwide.

- Bryan White, the singer behind the hit song God Gave Me You that became part of every AlDub Nation's playlist, will be performing in Manila this December.

- Actress Empress gives birth to a healthy baby girl.

- An advert for the upcoming THE IDOLM@STER MUST SONGS PSVita game is here.

- Writing's On The Wall by Sam Smith, the opening theme song for the 007: SPECTRE film is now available on iTunes and you can listen one now on Spotify.



TTFN!!!

Doctor Who S09E02

Doctor Who S09E02

The second episode of the ninth series of Doctor Who, called The Witch's Familiar, continues where the previous one left off as The Doctor makes a crucial choice while confronting with his ancient enemy, Davros. Seems that the emotional tearjerkers are nothing more of a deception just so Davros tries to fulfill his evil plot but a catastrophic events underground sent those merciless monsters to an unexpected defeat. The moment when Clara Oswald pilots the Dalek, all thanks to Missy, puzzled everyone with suspense rather than dark comic humor that our favorite baddie Time Lady pulled from her sleeves. But in the end, it was mercy that led the Doctor saved the young Davros from a distant past.

Behind the scenes;



Next episode preview:

Is this the most explosive date in the story of AlDub?!

Last Saturday, Dabarkads from all over the world have honored "National Pabebe Wave Day" by posting profile pics of themselves doing the Pabebe Wave on social media but this is more than that because in Eat Bulaga's kalyeserye segment, they're witnessing Alden Richards' arrival to the mansion of Lola Nidora (played by Wally Bayola) just to court everyone's favorite Dubsmash queen Maine "Yaya Dub" Mendoza. This event also featured a new character in the kalyeserie named Rihanna, Lola Nidora's mayor doma, again played by Wally.

Much to the annoyance of Tidora (Paolo Ballesteros) and Tinidora (Jose Manalo), Alden keeps Lola Nidora's promise not to touch Yaya Dub by one foot and brought everything the Lola's promised. As Alden and Yaya Dub are together in the mansion, mayhem ensues till the very end.

By the time Alden left the mansion, the world shocked as the Dabarkads heard Yaya Dub's real voice when she said "THIS MUST BE LOVE!" and then Lola Nidora shouted "ALDEEEEENNNNN!!!!!!".

Of course, Yaya Dub's voice was the big reveal after days of whodunnit but wonder why Lola Nidora shouted? Is it because he left his shoes outside or did she saw a pic of AlDub together that allegedly broke the one foot rule?

Keep watching Eat Bulaga for more kalyeserye antics! Anyway, great job for the record-breaking, Aldub-related tweets.

#BGHugotTODA

On the September 25, 2015 episode of Bubble Gang...

- Tricycle drivers have some hugot lines in store...

- One of the Bubble Gang members will survive TSUGI O CHORVA!

- Don't Block the Driveway gags

- IKAW AT ANG INA takes on...AlDub posts!

- Istambay, Istambay sa Looban, Kwentong AlBad ay ating susundan, Karugtong sa Trending na Usapan, Next Chapter ang Ating...PAKIKINGGAN?!

- Lait Pa More with Lala Ytera!

- Spoof trailers!

- Flash mob in the middle of a hostage taking?!

- A sad happy birthday song...

- The Itim in Tandem are doing earthquake drills

- Parents growing suspicions on their son who is marrying...a man.

The Nathaniel Ending

The final episode of ABS-CBN's fantasy drama, Nathaniel, our favorite young angel is on the final battle to defeat the tagasundo as he unleashed hell on the village of Laging Saklolo as well as the entire nation. It's a race against time for Nathaniel to save everyone from the tagasundo's evil plot to send everyone to hell, even if it costs him his life, his long-lost family, and everyone close to him.

From the help of the people's prayers that summoned the angels as well as his archangel allies, Nathaniel successfully persuaded and vanquished the tagasundo once and for all to the end, and the balance has been fully restored to the village of Laging Saklolo.

As he approached to the church, Nathaniel fainted in front of everyone, including Paul, Rachel, Beth, Dimas, Abi, and Hannah. As they approach inside, Rachel and Paul prayed to God to bring back Nathaniel and it did. Nathaniel woke up just to see his long lost parents for one last time and because his mission on Earth is well and truly over, he begged his parents, his friends (including Hannah and Abi), and everyone around him (as well as Nanay Beth and Tiyo Dimas) farewell.

As he said his final words to everyone, Nathaniel ascended back to the heavens and in return, he meets up with the maestro, his archangel allies, as well as Tatay Abner and AVL. By his amazement, the maestro told Nathaniel that he had a message from God and when Nathaniel talked to God, he told Him that he learned valuable lessons during his mission on Earth and how the power of doing good prevailed against all odds.

This concludes the heavenly story of Nathaniel. May God Bless You All.

Let's Do The News! (September 25, 2015)

- On his visit to the Republican-controlled Congress in Washington, DC, Pope Francis pleads everyone to unity to the problems the world's facing during his speech.

- Chinese president Xi Jinping announced this Friday that he will make a commitment to start a national program in the next two years that will limit and put a price on greenhouse gas emissions according to Obama administration officials. Xi's cap-and-trade system would be a substantial step to reduce emissions from major industries.

- Japanese PM Shinzo Abe will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the ongoing UN General Assembly in New York, possibly to discuss numerous issues including the bilateral territorial dispute involving the four islands known in Japan as the Northern Territories.

- In Seattle, WA, a bus carrying foreign students and an amphibious tour vehicle known as Ride the Ducks crashed at the Aurora Bridge, killing four students onboard and injuring 51 others.

- The government of Saudi Arabia was highly criticized following a deadly hajj stampede that reportedly killed over seven hundred pilgrims, the worst tragedy to strike the annual Muslim pilgrimage in a quarter of a century.

- The NDRRMC placed numerous volcanoes in the Philippines such as Mt. Bulusan, Mayon Volcano, and the Taal volcanoes on alert level 1.

- There will be no special treatments given to the murder suspects Reyes Brothers, Joel and Mario, following their capture by the Thai police a few days ago. The Reyes Brothers are known for the murder of broadcaster Dr. Gerry Ortega in Palawan.

- A facelifted Chevrolet Silverado 1500 full-size pickup truck was unveiled during the Texas State Fair with an updated exterior and new tech features inside.

2016 Chevrolet Silverado

- Don't forget! Tomorrow on Eat Bulaga is National Pabebe Wave Day. Every Dabarkads worldwide are going to post their profile pics of themselves doing the Pabebe Wave. As for the kalyeserye, everyone can't wait for Alden Richards to date Maine "Yaya Dub" Mendoza inside Lola Nidora's mansion but is everyone expect to hear Yaya Dub's true voice tomorrow?! Find out as all will be revealed on EB's kalyeserye!

- ABS-CBN announced six new shows coming this late 2015 during the "Shine, Kapamilya" trade launch event. From the upcoming TV show Ang Probinsyano, based on the legendary FPJ film, starring Coco Martin, airing this Monday, there are new shows announced such as Be My Lady starring Erich Gonzales and Daniel Matsunaga, Tubig at Langis starring Cristine Reyes and Zanjoe Marudo, And I Love You So starring Julia Barretto, Miles Ocampo, and Inigo Pascual, You're My Home starring Richard Gomez, Dawn Zulueta, Jessy Mendiola, and JC De Vera, and a new game show called Celebrity Playtime hosted by Billy Crawford.

TTFN!!!

Forza Motorsport 6: Last spin with the LFA at Sonoma

A few moments ago, I've invited a selection of Lexus vehicles that went on sale to the Japanese market for ten years in honor of 10 years of Lexus' Japanese launch. The Lexus LFA, as it turned out, will be the Lexus every Japanese car enthusiasts will remember for because it is the pinnacle of Lexus' pursuit of perfection. Well, with the LFA returned to me, looks like all this LFA wants to do is to have one last go in a very familiar racetrack, namely the Sonoma Raceway, which is formerly known as the Infineon Raceway.



A few years ago, back when Forza Motorsport 4 was launched, Top Gear USA's Tanner Foust give it a go round Sonoma in real-world perspective while Rutledge Wood and Adam Ferrera spent most of the time playing Forza Motorsport 4 at the paddock in the same track at the same car. No one said that it's all in the matter between real-world and virtual reality but hey, anyone can tell, right?

Now, with the familiar racetrack back to Forza Motorsport 6, looks like I want to give the currently-departed LFA supercar its one last breath round Sonoma just like what happened a few years ago at the minds of American Top Gear presenters.



With its day at Sonoma has ended, looks like the LFA became very happy that has reminisced one memorable moment from its lifespan and that involves retracing what the American Top Gear presenters done to this car at this track a few years ago. But still, even though the LFA's production ended a few years ago, it has now proven that it's ready to be part of the supercar hall of fame as well as the JDM hall of fame, if there are any.

There will simply be no other Lexus in the world that would match the legendary LFA supercar for its presence and power.

Let's Do The News! (September 24, 2015)

- In his 2nd day of his Papal Visit in the US, Pope Francis has arrived in Washington DC to address the nation's biggest issues including climate change, Cuba, and traditional marriage.

- Meanwhile, on his 2nd day of his state visit, Chinese president Xi Jinping hears tough complaints from the world's top company leaders, including Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, Apple's Tim Cook, IBM's Virginia M. Rometty, and many others.

- Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn resigned from his position amid the recent scandal over the diesel-powered cars cheating through emission tests.

- Onto the migrant crisis, the top European leaders have agreed on measures to stem the stream of migrants and refugees from the Middle East and Africa by stepping up border controls after some nations being inundated by people escaping from conflicts.

- Tropical Storm Dujuan (known as Jenny) has intensified its strength by slowed down as it continues to move west northwest according to PAGASA. It was spotted 1,280km east of Calayan, Cagayan, and expected to exit the Philippine Area of Responsibility by weekend.

- GILAS Pilipinas basketball team was defeated by the Palestinian basket ball time by 75-73 during the opening of the FIBA Asia Championship in China.

- The third-generation Buick LaCrosse luxury premium saloon was teased before its debut at the 2015 Los Angeles Motor Show. The upcoming generation will inherit styling cues from the Avenir Concept as well as adopting a new signature grille design.

- Check out this latest behind-the-scenes clip for the upcoming 007: SPECTRE film where the film's action scenes are shot.

- In case you missed the latest Eat Bulaga kalyeserye, Lola Nidora (played by Wally Bayola) allowed Alden Richards to visit her so-called mansion this Saturday, which is by pure coincidence is National Pabebe Wave Day! Yes. She allowed Alden to visit her mansion just to court Maine "Yaya Dub" Mendoza on a much smaller table. So, what could possibly go wrong? Find out soon! Speaking of which....did Yaya Dub just yelled "Alden"!? Also find out soon!

TTFN!!!