F1 2026 - Aramco Japanese Grand Prix

The F1 2026 season arrived at Suzuka, Japan, for the Aramco Japanese Grand Prix, providing an opportunity to observe how these new-generation F1 machines performed in front of the bike-loving Japanese public.

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Although Mercedes's streak of 1-2 finishes was broken, Kimi Antonelli's recent victory at Suzuka has made him the youngest-ever contender in the championship fight, accumulating 72 points in total. Oscar Piastri from McLaren finished in second place, while Charles Leclerc seized George Russell's opportunity for a podium by finishing in third. Other finishers include Lando Norris, Lewis Hamilton, Pierre Gasly, Max Verstappen, Liam Lawson, and Esteban Ocon.

Ollie Bearman's frightening crash on Lap 22 highlighted the challenges posed by the latest generation of F1 cars. Although he survived, the FIA had much to explain about this incident.

The F1 2026 season will undergo a month-long break before continuing with the Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix on May 3, 2026. Stay tuned for details.

The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist

Since the twilight of the COVID pandemic, the spread of artificial intelligence (AI) has been rapid, much like the pandemic itself. Demonstrated by AI powerhouses such as OpenAI, X Grok, Google Gemini, and others, AI is becoming a dominant force for the human race. While most people use AI for beneficial purposes, some exploit it for harmful activities, including cyber warfare, deepfakes, and other malicious acts. This latest documentary exposes what the AI boom is all about and how the world views it.

The AI Doc:
Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist

"The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist" is a documentary that explores the rise of artificial intelligence on the global stage. Featuring testimonies from some of the world's leading AI experts, it reveals how AI has evolved from a science fiction trope into a tangible reality, highlighting both its positive and negative impacts.

From start to finish, this documentary offers deeply concerning views on this AI trend from the perspectives of those who experienced it, those who mastered it, and those who criticized it. It also explains how AI will affect the future of this unstable world we live in.

Whether you are the kind of person who got addicted to AI or those who are voicing sharp opposition to the AI trend, this documentary movie is a must-watch for you. It further makes bold statements about this ever-exploding trend we live in.

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

   

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

- Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen launched a missile attack on Israel for the first time since the war began.

- The DTI clarified that there won't be price hikes on necessities until April 16.

- Over 1.35 million passengers are expected to flock to NAIA this Holy Week despite the oil crisis and Middle East tensions. The PH Department of Health is placed under Code White alert for preparation.

- The PH Bureau of Customs established steps to speed up oil imports and monitor the Philippines' oil supply.

- A magnitude 5.4 quake rocked Sarangani Island, Davao Occidental.

- ICYMI: The Magna Steyr plant ended production of the BMW Z4 and the Toyota GR Supra vehicles after seven years. Sales of both vehicles have officially ended as well.

- The Frieren TV anime will return for Season 3 this October 2027.

- Sony raises prices of its PS5 variants and PlayStation Portal, citing geopolitical instabilities.

- The Punirunes anime series will return for its fourth season soon.

- The 2027 and 2028 editions of the annual AnimeJapan will take place in Osaka.

- The new Magic Knight Rayearth anime reboot will air this October 2026.

- A new Ultraman TV series was teased, and it's coming soon this year.

- The Aikatsu Academy's "Streaming Club" will conclude its activities, with the final episode scheduled to stream on April 25, 2026. As of the day prior, livestreams and posts from the Helianthe members (Mieru Himeno, Meh Mamimu, Parin Wao, and Taimu Rindo) will no longer be updated, although the series' 2nd anniversary concert is happening this Summer 2026. Additionally, digital card sales and trading functions will cease at the end of July 2026, while the album function will end on September 30, 2026. Starting in August 2026, a service will be available that allows users to download both card images and audio for their collected digital cards.

- Actor Lee Sang Bo passed away.

- Tiger Woods was arrested and charged with DUI after his Florida car crash.

TTFN.

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

  

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

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. says the country has enough fuel supply until the end of June. In contrast, oil firms say the supply will last until next month or May, depending on the outcome.

- The Malacanang is finalizing demands for drivers affected by the massive oil price hike.

- China warns that the US is bringing "chaos and conflict" in the Asia Pacific following the US' plans to establish a weapons base in the Philippines, according to reports.

- US President Donald Trump extends the pause on striking Iranian power plants by 10 days and says "talks are ongoing".

- Seized Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro seeks dismissal of narco-terrorism charges in New York court.

- A Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo female employee was stabbed to death. The attacker reportedly killed himself afterwards.

- YouTube users are complaining about the endless waves of recent CAPTCHA puzzles that have hit the platform. Users are being forced to solve puzzles before they can watch videos.

- Jeep unveiled a lineup of concepts at this year's Easter Jeep Safari.

- The first-ever Infiniti QX65 was unveiled.

2027 Infiniti QX65

- The Chevrolet Corvette C8 Grand Sport was unveiled alongside the first-ever e-AWD Corvette Grand Sport X with 721HP of power.

2027 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

- The MF GHOST TV anime series will return for its final season soon.

- The To Aru Anbu no Item TV anime airs this autumn 2026.

- Olympic women's events will be limited to biological females only for the 2028 Los Angeles games.

- Former Pinoy Big Brother contestants gather to bid farewell to the iconic Bahay Ni Kuya.

TTFN.

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

 

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

- The first shipment of Russian crude oil after five years has arrived in the Philippines, following reported talks between the two countries as the Philippines grapples with its oil crisis caused by the Iran conflict that triggered the State of National Emergency. Also, a shipment of diesel has arrived in the Philippines.

- The Philippine National Police is on heightened alert for possible mass protests ahead of former President Rodrigo Duterte's 81st birthday.

- Former Google executive Matt Brittin was named as the BBC's director general.

- A U.S. jury has found Meta and YouTube liable for a woman's childhood social media addiction.

- Sony and Honda cancelled the launch and development of the AFEELA line of electric cars. This came after Honda rethought its electrification strategy due to changing market conditions.

- The FIA announced energy management changes for the qualifying session of this weekend's F1 Japanese Grand Prix.

- Malaysia's enforcement of the ban on the purchase of RON95 petrol by foreigners will take effect on April 1, 2026.

- A live-action City Hunter sequel movie is coming to Netflix in 2027.

- Oshi No Ko TV anime will return for its fourth and final season soon.

- Nintendo announced pricing changes for Switch 2-exclusive games, with this May's Yoshi game the first to face price changes. Digital versions will cost less than physical versions.

- The animated DreamWorks movie, Forgotten Island, is coming to cinemas on September 25, 2026. This animated movie is set in the Philippines, and it's about two childhood best friends who ended up in a mysterious portal that led them to the Forgotten Island.

- Netflix's horror K-drama, If Wishes Could Kill, arrives this April 24, 2026.

- Shooting for Season 5 of the Netflix original series, Bridgerton, has commenced.

- World Aquatics announced 2026 competition regulation changes.

TTFN!

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

                                        

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

-The Philippine National Police supported the government’s declaration of State of National Emergency in the midst of the oil crisis.

- The Kalayaan municipality will launch “patriotic tours” at Pag-asa Island next month.

- Study reveals that human manure was used for medical purposes for Romans a long time ago.

- Mercedes-AMG teases it's next-generation AMG GT3 as well as the upcoming AMG GT Black Series coming soon. Both will be based on the second-generation model.

- Skoda teases it's upcoming crossover named Peaq.

- Kim Young Dae announced his spring enlistment.

- McDonald’s teams up with Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters for limited-time happy meals featuring limited cards, available on March 31 for a limited time.

- Mohamed Salah will leave Liverpool at the end of this season.

- Actress Mel Schilling passed away at 54.

- Lea Salonga joins the cast of the Les Misérables stage play in Singapore.

TTFN.

THREATS FROM NORTH KOREA: Webtoon by Korean Dictator's Grandson Surpasses 67 Million Views on Social Media

 

The webtoon series by Woo-won Chun has surpassed 67 million views after being serialized on social media over a three-month period.

Chun shared the milestone on Instagram on March 23, expressing gratitude to readers and saying he felt “surprised and overwhelmed” by the response. The series, titled Monggeul Toon, was published between December and early this year through his personal account.

Woo-won Chun is the 29-year-old grandson of former South Korean dictator Doo-hwan Chun, and he drew public attention after releasing the webtoon based on his childhood experiences.

From December 2025 to February 2026, Chun had been regularly posting webtoon episodes on his Instagram account (Korean media outlets report the webtoon appears to be AI-generated, but ANN could not confirm this information).

The webtoon portrays Chun himself as a white lamb named “Monggeuli,” while other members of the Chun family are depicted as black lambs with red eyes and horns. The family residence in Seoul's Yeonhui-dong is illustrated as a cold, fortress-like castle, visually reinforcing Chun's critical view of his family.

The episodes focus on Chun's early years and depict emotional and physical suffering he claims to have experienced within the family. Several scenes suggest abuse, including one in which Doo-hwan Chun is shown striking his grandson during a long car ride after the child complains of motion sickness.

The webtoon also addresses family conflicts involving Woo-won Chun's father, Jae-yong Chun, the second son of Doo-hwan Chun. Jae-yong Chun became a public figure after marrying actress Sang-ah Park in the United States while still legally married to Woo-won Chun's mother. In the webtoon, Chun depicts witnessing his father's extramarital relationship while his mother was undergoing cancer treatment.

Woo-won Chun previously made headlines in 2023 when he publicly accused his grandfather of being a “mass murderer” and pledged to expose crimes committed by his family. That same year, Woo-won Chun received a suspended prison sentence for drug-related charges.

Doo-hwan Chun was a former South Korean military general who ruled the country as an authoritarian leader from 1980 to 1988. He is widely regarded as a dictator and is most infamous for his role in the violent suppression of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising.

Jae-yong is Doo-hwan's second son and Woo-won's father. He has been involved in multiple controversies related to family scandals and legal issues.

Since its debut, the series has accumulated approximately 67.8 million views, drawing significant attention for both its personal narrative and unconventional distribution format on social media platforms.

Source: Anime News Network