Let's Do The News! (December 28, 2021)

             

Your daily round-up of today's news:

- According to the NDRRMC, 16 countries and 6 international organizations pledge assistance to regions hit by Typhoon Odette.

- The Armed Forces of the Philippines have mobilized almost seven thousand military personnel and eight hundred assets to help in "Odette-hit" areas.

- The death toll from Brazil flooding has risen to 20.

- Chinese carmaker BYD is collaborating with Momenta to develop self-driving tech.

- Hyundai is reportedly closing its engine development center.

- VinFast CEO Michael Lohscheller to step down this month, to be replaced by Le Thi Thu Thuy.

- K-Pop girl group MOMOLAND announced their comeback date.

- Greg Monroe became the NBA-record 541st player used in the league this season.

- Director Jean-Marc Vallee dies at the age of 58.

- Up Dharma Down member Armi Millare announces departure from the band.

- Big Night! wins Best Picture at the MMFF 2021 Gabi ng Parangal.

TTFN.