Tuesday, August 18, 2020

Let's Do The News! (August 18, 2020)



- A task force considers possible reorganization of PhilHealth.

- As Tropical Depression Helen has left the Philippine Area of Responsibility, a new Low Pressure Area has been spotted, according to PAGASA.

- The Philippine National Police investigates the death of a human rights activist in Bacolod City.

- The Trump administration announces plans to drill in Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, a move slammed by environmentalists and Democrats.

- The first day of the Democratic National Convention sees former US First Lady Michelle Obama blasts President Donald Trump. This four-day virtual event will see Democrats officially nominate former Vice President Joe Biden and Kamala Harris  as their 2020 presidential ticket later this year.

- The Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro has scrapped the beach app reservation idea.

- Canadian finance minister Bill Morneau steps down.

- Norway arrests man suspected of spying for Russia.

- A giant panda at the US National Zoo named Mei Xiang is pregnant and could give birth in the next few days.

Google slams Australia law forcing tech giants to pay for news

- RAM Trucks unveiled the RAM 1500 TRX, a 702-horsepower supercharged 6.2L V8-powered truck that is capable of 118mph top speed and 0-60mph time of 4.5 seconds.

2021 RAM 1500 TRX

- Jacksonville Jaguars' DE Aaron Lynch announced that he will leave the team for personal reasons.

- Elizabeth Debicki to play Princess Diana in the last two seasons of The Crown.

- Luther actor Idris Elba to star in a spy thriller coming to Apple TV.

TTFN!!!

No comments: