Let's Do The News! (March 30, 2026)

    

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

- The Pentagon, America's military headquarters, is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran. According to a report, the plan could involve raids by Special Operations and conventional infantry troops in Tehran. However, it remains uncertain whether United States (US) President Donald Trump will approve it.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) strongly condemned the ambush that occurred on its personnel in Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur, on the night of March 28, 2026. In the said ambush, members of the 2nd Provincial Mobile Force Company were attacked by unidentified armed suspects while they were returning to their detachment after patrol and police visibility operations. As a result of the incident, five policemen were killed while three others were wounded and are currently being treated in the hospital.

- Batangas 1st District Representative Leandro Leviste warned that the Philippines' debt could exceed ₱19 trillion if the waste of the people's money is not stopped.

- President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. said that the Philippines' good relations with oil-producing countries have been a great help in ensuring sufficient supply to the country. According to the President, the country's oil supply reserves are more than 40 days due to good relations with suppliers. He also admitted that there have been times when some oil suppliers have not responded immediately after tensions flared in the Middle East.

- The Police Regional Office 3 has deployed additional forces for SUMVAC 2026 and Holy Week, now reaching more than 13,000 personnel throughout Central Luzon.

- Amid the ongoing oil crisis, the 2026 Manila International Auto Show is pushing through on April 9 to 12, 2026, focusing on responsible mobility and industry resilience.

- Carlos Sainz says that drivers warned F1 and the FIA about potential crashes like what happened to Ollie Bearman in the recent Japanese Grand Prix. Bearman survived a 50G crash at Suzuka. His crash caused the FIA to have a lot of explanations about the new F1 machines' reliability.

- Tokyo Revengers' War of the Three Titans series airs this October 2026.

- The TV series Super Space Sheriff Gavan Infinity casts Kentaro Yasui as the extra hero Kaname Kazenami/Gavan Raiya.

- Moses Itauma defeated Jermaine Franklin in the fifth round of their Manchester clash.

TTFN.

2026 NASCAR Cup Series - Cook Out 400

The NASCAR Cup Series returns to the legendary Martinsville Speedway for the Cook Out 400. It's a Palm Sunday riot with NASCAR's finest and hardest drivers ever assembled.

As the green flag waved, NASCAR's Palm Sunday riot had commenced. As Denny Hamlin won Stage 1 amid caution triggered by a spin from the No.51, Hamlin got another stage win in Martinsville without drama. As the final stage began, the climax saw Carson Hocevar and Bubba Wallace get involved in a Turn 4 mess.

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After an intense Palm Sunday riot in Martinsville, Chase Elliott wins the Cook Out 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is at Bristol, Tennessee, for the Food City 500 this April 12, 2026.

NTT IndyCar Series 2026 - Children's of Alabama Indy Grand Prix

The 2026 NTT IndyCar Series continues at Barber Motorsports Park for the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix, where everything is at stake, much like the infamous Georgina mannequin that fell on the track two years ago.

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Alex Palou showcased his incredible determination by defeating Christian Rasmussen to win the Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix. Graham Rahal secured third place on the podium. With this recent victory in Alabama, Palou has moved to just two points behind Kyle Kirkwood in the title standings, with scores of 156 to 154.

The next race is the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach on April 19, 2026.

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.