THREATS FROM NORTH KOREA: NoKor plans to conduct warhead tests soon

North Korea announced that they will conduct tests for nuclear warheads ballistic missiles "soon", continuing their provocation following their nuclear test last January.

According to the Korean Central News Agency, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered a test for estimating the heat stability of rocket warhead tip, designed and manufactured with domestic efforts and technology.

It also states that a nuclear warhead explosion test and test-firing different kinds with ballistic missiles equipped with those warheads will be conducted in a short time to further enhance the nuclear attack capability.

Source: Arirang News

Let's Do The News! (March 14, 2016)

- The issue of the citizenship of Senator Grace Poe and how it affects her eligibility to run for the May 2016 elections is still on the air despite the Supreme Court's ruling last week to allow her to run for presidency. According to Senior Associate Justice Antonio Carpio, in his 55-page dissenting opinion, there was a ruling on Poe's qualification as a natural-born citizen due to SC's voting on the issue of citizenship was 7-5-3, meaning there is no majority of this Court that holds the petitioner a natural-born Filipino citizen.

- A student of the Philippines Los Banos on Monday cleared himself from criticisms and maintained that he has no intention to disrespect Davao Mayor and presidential aspirant Rodrigo Duterte following the video report on the Q&A portion of the university's academic forum went viral and earned negative reactions from netizens. Stephen Villena, the student, participated in the academic forum about governance, transparency, and social transformation with Duterte as guest, said that Duterte's supporters are angry at him for supposedly being disrespectful and no way of questioning the mayor.

- So far, there have been no confirmed cases of the Zika virus in the Philippines, according to the Department of Health after 827 patients tested for the mosquito-borne virus turned out to be negative. According to the press briefing, Health Secretary Janette Garin disclosed that patients referred to the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine who were suspected of having dengue or chikungunya were also tested for Zika and returned negative. The DOH listed Zika as a Category I disease, meaning cases of suspected infection must be reported within a day.

- The personnel from the Japanese Self Defense Forces and Coast Guard will be sent to Indonesia at the end of March to further boost the country's naval capabilities. Indonesian diplomatic sources say the officers will provide Indonesia's navy with technical instructions on how to create charts that record seabed topography and other information. Last year, the two ministers agreed that they will deepen defense collaboration through measures such as boosting SDF support to help improve Indonesian military capabilities.

- The Syrian opposition group says they will continue to insist the removal of President Bashar al-Assad in the peace talks to resume in Geneva on Monday. Negotiations to find the solution to the ongoing Syrian civil war have been stalled for over a month.

- As of right now, about 34 people were reportedly killed in a explosion in the Turkish capital city Ankara. No one was claimed responsibility for the blast but Interior Minister Efkan Ala believes that it was a car bombing. He said evidence has been found and the name of the terrorist group behind the attack will be released when the investigation is complete.

- Recently, Maine "Yaya Dub" Mendoza defeated Kathryn Bernardo, James Reid, and Enrique Gil as the Favorite Pinoy Personality at the 2016 Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards. La Salle Green Archers' Jeron Teng was named Favorite Asian Sports Star as well.

- In case you missed the recent Eat Bulaga Kalyeserye, a new warning has approached the lolas as the arrival of Cookie caused a new tension to the lolas. Cookie told about what's going on with the mansion the lolas used to live and Cookie wants to know who now owns the mansion. Some say, it could be a child or grandchild but when Lola Nidora's phone rings, Divina is said. Could Yaya Dub be the one who owned the mansion? Tune in next time and find out.

- When two online worlds collide; two RPG app games; Sword Art Online: Code Register, and the .hack//-inspired New World: Vol. 1, are running a collaboration campaign packed with crossover outfits, accessories, bonuses, and other extras.

- Love Live! character designer Yuhei Murota revealed on his Twitter account that he had gotten married last month. No one knows the woman who married him but he explained that he chose that day to tell everyone because it was his new wife's birthday.

TTFN!!!

Ankara explosion kills 27

There was a fatal explosion occured in the transit hub somewhere at the Turkish capital city Ankara, where 27 people are killed while 75 people are injured, according to reports.

Based on the findings, this is believed to be a terrorist attack carried out by the Kurdish militants PKK or its affiliates.

People who witnessed the explosions posted images online of the carnage occured in the Turkish capital.

Report: https://amp.theguardian.com/world/2016/mar/13/people-killed-explosion-ankara-park-turkey-reports

The 2016 Nick Kids Choice Awards

Earlier, kids from all over the world are taking part into the biggest event of the year known as the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards. With Blake Shelton taking role as this year's presenter, the 2016 KCA couldn't get even more surprising than ever. From the Foot Soldiers attacking the stage, musical performances, The Game Shakers does Super Mario, pranks, and the biggest of all...slime! There's even special previews of upcoming films as well!

So, in case you missed the recent KCAs, time to mention the winners of this year's KCA. First and foremost, Hotel Transylvania 2 was named as the best animated film while Star Wars: The Force Awakens is named as the best film. Zendaya was named as the best actress on a kids show, The Thundermans named as the best TV kids show, Amy Poehler was named as the best voice in an animated film, Fifth Harmony as the best musical group, and Cake Boss named as the best cooking show.

Other winners include;
The Voice - Favorite Talent Competition Show
Justin Bieber - Favorite Male Singer
Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth - Favorite Collaboration
Just Dance 2016 - Favorite Video Game
Jennifer Lawrence - Favorite Movie Actress
The Muppets - Favorite TV Show
Sofia Vergara - Favorite Female TV Star
Hello - Favorite Song of the Year
Shawn Mendes - Favorite New Artist
Ariana Grande - Favorite Female Singer
Spongebob Squarepants - Favorite Cartoon
Will Ferrell - Favorite Movie Actor
Jim Parsons - Favorite Male TV Star

Forza Motorsport 6: The Ferrari LaFerrari

The McLaren P1 and the Porsche 918 are the hypercars that know how to balance motorsport-inspired performance and everyday ecology at the same pace to deliver an unbiased blend no supercars had done before, serving the template for future sportscars for many years to come. If the P1 and the 918 wanted to have a battle to decide who's superior, it must first face this; the Ferrari LaFerrari, a hybrid hypercar served as the pinnacle of Maranello engineering.



No miserable V8s, no puny little turbochargers, the sound of the LaFerrari's 6.3L V12 naturally-aspirated engine are in synched in perfect harmony and that is how a supercar should sound like. It's no wonder how James May found his admiration to this car and this car can edge out the likes of the P1 and the 918 in terms of performance.

Of course, this is a hybrid just like the other two, meaning the V12 engine that powers it to the middle is bolted with an electric motor and a battery. However, unlike the McLaren and the Porsche that can run on electricity alone, the LaFerrari doesn't have that kind of feature because Ferrari is not heavily interested in electric power alone. Instead, the LaFerrari comes with HY-KERS (Hybrid-Kinetic Energy Recovery System), a tech similar to the one used in Formula One cars. It captures energy during braking and feeds it back when needed. That's why the engine-motor combination are all working together and cannot be separated, therefore it produces 963HP of power and 663lb-ft of torque, while mated with a 7-speed F1 gearbox.

Now normally, I was going to try the LaFerrari in its private track to show just how it lives up to be the fastest Ferrari ever made but sadly, Forza Motorsport 6 doesn't have one. However, I just found the next best thing to try out the LaFerrari; Monza.

 



With such power output, the LaFerrari can easily take down the P1 and the 918 at ease and with the 218mph top speed, it's the fastest of the hybrid hypercar trio as well. It's not just the speed it delivers, it's the dynamics is what made the LaFerrari unique thanks to its bodywork that was built entirely from different kinds of carbon fiber as well as the lowered center of gravity but it's the high-tech active aerodynamics that sets them apart and because it's computer-controlled; the faster the LaFerrari goes through the corner, the better it works. Sure, this is as dynamic to drive as the P1 because of its rear-wheel drive but it's not merely a widowmaker.



Humor me, now with the evaluation over the LaFerrari is well done, I believe that I can now do a quick comparo between the three hybrid hypercars round the Top Gear track later on. I can't wait to see which of these three is the greatest.

The Kalyeserye Lunchtime Showdown

The recent Kalyeserye segment on Eat Bulaga sees the lolas and Yaya Dub entered the house of Ms. Caitlyn Smash, Yaya Dub's stepmom and the lolas' worst enemy, packed with bands, foreignoys, and lunch.

While the lolas are having a confrontation with Dudang, Alden's back from his Dubai gig as well as Jake from another country to do Yaya Dub's school project. The two of them finally met each other and the confrontation is straight to the lunch table where everything's gone full circle.

During lunch, Dudang finally spoke to Yaya Dub about what's inside the box she got from her birthday last week. Inside the box, there's a key but for what? Lola Nidora had a look at it. That key is...could this be the key the mansion?!

Is it really the key to the mansion inside the box Yaya Dub got from her birthday?! Keep watching Eat Bulaga every weekdays for more Kalyeserye antics! In the meantime, don't miss the Eat Bulaga Lenten specials from the 21st to the 23rd of March, 2016. See you again.

#BGLipsToLipsBattle

On the March 11, 2016 episode of Bubble Gang...

- Graduation gift gags

- Want to know how much does it take to fix a car? Ask a mechanic.

- IKAW AT ANG INA takes on...presidential elections!

- Mamaw still messing up Erlinda with suffering!

- Hugot lines in graduation!

- Can you survive...LIPS TO LIPS BATTLE?!

- Be patient. Recovery takes time...

- How would the kids react to their new stepmom?

- IyoTube in Turn Off by Moymoy Macasero.

- More news reversed in Opposite News!

The Destiny Rose finale

In the finale of GMA's rather controversial, yet compelling, drama series about a transgender named Destiny Rose, moments after Destiny (Ken Chan) was pushed by Jasmine and suffered from a comatose, he survived and now he's reunited with his mother Daisy and sister April. However, Jasmine still has other plans now that Destiny's returned. Jasmine plots to kill Destiny until Destiny's dad, Lito, popped up to stop Jasmine and save Destiny, despite his hatred to his transgender son.

Now that the threat to Destiny's life is finally over, the family finally reconcile with peace, although his father Lito is still unknown after he saved his life. Minutes later, Gabriel (Fabio Ide), the love of Destiny's life, admitted his true feelings to Destiny and he loves Destiny for who he is.

In the end, Gabriel finally engaged to Destiny, making this the happiest moment in Destiny's life. Even his closest friends are more than happy to see Destiny fulfilled his...destiny. Despite his happiness, there is one person missing in his life...his father. However, Destiny got a card and inside, there's a family photo and a medal that he got during his years as Joey, knowing that his dad was very proud of his achievements, and after all that, his father finally came. Despite his hatred towards his son, he finally reconcile with Destiny and accepted him no matter who he is.

And that concludes the colorful story of a transgender who tries to fulfill his destiny and overcome the odds of his life, no matter who he is. I hope the story of Destiny Rose will serve as an utmost inspiration for dreamers and believers, especially those from the LGBT community. Like Destiny's life, there's always a rainbow at the end of the rainfall and hope this story will be as colorful as anyone around here.

Let's Do The News! (March 11, 2016)

- The People's Republic of China has expressed alarm over the recent agreement between Japan and the Philippines for the transfer of defense equipment and technology from Tokyo to Manila. The Japanese government is set to lease five of its retired training planes to the Philippines which will be used for patrolling the disputed South China Sea.

- An anonymous donor helped Davao City Mayor and presidential candidate Rodrigo Duterte pay for his initial political ads that were aired before the start of the official campaign period. According to one of Duterte's spokesmen, the ads were directly placed within TV stations and he didn't know who the donor was.

- The military uncovered supposed training manuals for militants under the Islamic State from the raid into the camp used by the Maute group in Butig, Lanao del Sur last month. According to Lt. General Mayoralgo de la Cruz, the commander of the Western Mindanao Command, the troops retrieved several documents and booklets showing that the Maute brothers is trying to link up with the Islamic State.

- Suspected members of the Abu Sayyaf Group issued an ultimatum for one month to the families of three foreigners and a Filipina captive kidnapped last year on an island resort in Samal, Davao del Norte to meet their demands or face execution.

- Today marks the 5th anniversary of the March 11 disasters and people across Japan paid tribute to the victims of the massive earthquake and tsunami that hit the Tohoku region. Mourning ceremonies and meetings are being held at 1446 hours local time, the exact time when the quake struck five years ago. People offered silent prayers for the victims.

- Based on the latest-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class, the first-ever E43 AMG high-performance saloon was uncovered, packed with a 3.0-litre V6 biturbo engine generating 401HP of power while mated with a 9G-TRONIC gearbox.

2017 Mercedes-AMG E43

- A teaser for the new fifth-generation Subaru Impreza was showcased before this month's New York Auto Show.

Teaser for the new Impreza

- Cartoon Network's revival of the hit cartoon The Powerpuff Girls is set to air this April 4th at 6PM/5PM Central!

The Powerpuff Girls

- To celebrate the return of The Powerpuff Girls as well as saying goodbye to μ's because of their impending Final Love Live, the "μ's Meet The Powerpuff Girls" collaboration event is heading to AnimeJapan 2016 this month, packed with more goodies.

μ's Meet The Powerpuff Girls

- In case you missed the recent Eat Bulaga Kalyeserye, Lola Nidora entered Dudang's mansion...just to meet Dudang. Now here's the catch; tomorrow, Dudang's going to meet Yaya Dub in person and that is one thing you should watch out because their meetup will decide the fate.

TTFN!!!

THREATS FROM NORTH KOREA: NoKor leader ordered his officials to ready the attacks

The North's Korean Central News Agency said today that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un ordered his officials to get ready to carry out nuclear attacks and conduct more nuclear tests. The NoKor leader stressed the need to further develop nuclear weapons and diversify the means of delivering nuclear warheads in order to "make nuclear strikes at the enemies form anywhere, even underwater".

Kim gave militant tasks to conduct more nuclear explosion tests to estimate the destructive power of the newly produced nuclear warheads and other tests to improve nuclear capability. The KCNA said without disclosing when the drill took place.

Yesterday, North Korea fired two short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea as an act of protest against the ongoing US-South Korean joint military drill.

Source: Arirang News

Remembering Tohoku, five years later...

March 11, 2016 marks the fifth anniversary of the dreaded Tohoku earthquake and tsunami as well as the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster. So, five years has passed since the terrible disasters and I'm not very sure how are things going on in the affected Japanese region. Let me give you quick brief about what happened five years ago.

It was the 11th of March, 2011, at the Tohoku Region of Japan, when a magnitude-9 earthquake triggered a nightmarish tsunami that was more than 10 meters high.  According to reports, over 18,500 people were either dead or unaccounted for while almost 3,000 people died while evacuated from their homes. During the powerful quake and tsunami, the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant has been destroyed, causing one of the most terrifying nuclear disasters since the Chernobyl incident thirty years ago.

I know that efforts to contain the radiation from the Fukushima Daiichi takes a lot of time but I believe that this plant is a symbol of nuclear awareness and having learned their lessons from Fukushima, some people aware of this incident have to take precautions to their remaining nuclear plants not just in Japan but also worldwide.

Despite recovery in the affected areas, the pain from what happened five years ago is still reeling from the people and I'm not sure how will move on to their normal lives after the disasters.

I have nothing else to say but to wish the people the very best to move away from the pain they felt five years ago and continue on what they do best.

Ganbarou, Nippon!

Genesis EQ900L

2017 Genesis EQ900L

2017 Genesis EQ900L interior

Late last year, Hyundai Motor Company made "Genesis" into a standalone luxury brand in the same way Citroen done with DS Automobiles, showing that it's the ideal moment to separate the men from the boys when it comes to cars. The first venture to the Genesis Motors brand is the EQ900, the flagship replacement to the Equus that promises to take on the likes of MB's S-Class and BMW's 7-Series.

Now, the first Genesis car in automotive history has been given a stretched version called the EQ900L and with added 290mm in the wheelbase, the interior of the EQ900L will accommodate even a top-ranking South Korean official after his or her busy day at the parliament. With the available "First Class VIP Seat" option, this would be the most relaxing back seat a South Korean official may live up with and enjoy his or her backseat privileges from reading the newspaper, watching TV for today's news, or even phone calls with the other officials. The rear seat of the EQ900L is nothing more like a command center on the road.

Exclusive to the EQ900L is the powerful V8 5.0-liter GDI engine which produces 425PS of power and 7.2km/L of fuel consumption, while mated with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. It even comes with HTRAC all-wheel drive system which makes it an all-weather cruiser from the Blue House to Gangnam.

The EQ900L also comes with an array of tech such as Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) with Pedestrian Detection, Active Blind Spot Detection (BSD) and Driver Attention Alert, to Smart High Beam Assist and Around View Monitor.

The price for the EQ900L starts at 150,200,000 Korean Won (roughly $125,000), making it the most expensive Korean car to buy, unless if you are trying to commission it as the main mode of transport for South Korean politicians trying to mop up today's situations.

Photo: Hyundai Motor Company