Let's Do The News! (April 11, 2025)

                                 

                                        

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- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has assured the public that it will comply with the Civil Service Commission's order prohibiting government employees from engaging in any partisan political activities, particularly as the 2025 midterm elections draw near. PNP Chief P/Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil stated that the entire PNP is committed to maintaining professionalism and integrity during the election period.

- Senator Risa Hontiveros welcomed the PBBM administration's decision to veto the bill for the naturalization of the Chinese national named Li Duan Wang.

- The Department of Migrant Workers says that OFWs facing criminal charges will be given legal assistance.

- The PH Department of Health says that motorists need more emergency routes and hotlines before visiting tourist spots in the Cordillera.

- The Philippines' bilateral relations with Malta for the welfare of OFWs, strengthened following talks on Bilateral Labor Agreement.

- Pope Francis visited St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican wearing black pants and a white top, not his traditional white papal attire.

- McLaren announced its intention to join the Hypercar class of the 2027 WEC season.

- Lola Cars extended its technical partnership with Yamaha in Formula E.

- Robert Reid, the deputy president for sport at the FIA, has resigned due to a "governance crisis." Reid played a significant role in FIA president Ben Sulayem's election campaign in 2021 and has served in his position since then. However, following a series of controversies and resignations within the governing body—many citing a lack of transparency under Sulayem—Reid has become the most prominent figure to step down, marking a significant departure among the senior sporting members associated with the president.

- The Hasunosora Girls High School Idol Club from Link! Like! Love Live! project adds new members; Amane Shindo as Izumi Katsuragi and Miu Miyake as Ceras Yanagida Lilienfeld.

- The Netflix animated series "Devil May Cry" has been renewed for its second season.

- MOMOLAND has signed with a new agency and is resuming its activities. The members—Hyebin, Jane, Nayun, JooE, Ahin, and Nancy—recently entered into an exclusive contract with Inyeon Entertainment. This contract focuses solely on group promotions, with plans for all six members to reunite and return to the stage together.

- MAMAMOO member Hwasa postponed the European leg of her Twits tour.

- Game 2 of the PVL All-Filipino finals saw CREAMLINE's win against Petro Gazz 3-2 forcing a winner-take-all Game 3 match.

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Let's Do The News! (April 10, 2025)

                                

                                        

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- Fifty-eight barangays in six local governments in Negros Occidental were affected by ash from the Kanlaon Volcano, which erupted on Tuesday morning, April 8, according to Raul Fernandez, the regional director of the Office of Civil Defense for Region VI.

- P/BGen. Elmer Ragay has been removed from his position as chief of the Anti-Kidnapping Group (AKG) following the kidnapping and murder of businessman Anson Que and his driver, as reported by the Philippine National Police (PNP).

- The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has issued a warning to foreigners against participating in political activities.

- Approximately 2.5 million passengers are expected to travel to the Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange (PITX) during the Holy Week.

- The Department of Social Welfare and Development advises individuals affected by the eruption of Kanlaon Volcano to follow evacuation protocols.

- The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations has confirmed the attendance of several cabinet members in the hearing on the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. Based on the official guest list released by Senator Imee Marcos' committee, Justice Secretary Boying Remulla, Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo, and Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac are confirmed to appear later in the investigation.

- A Philippine Airlines flight made an emergency landing at Tokyo's Haneda Airport following smoke pouring into the plane's cabin. Along with this confirmation, Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon assured that all passengers and crew of PAL PR102 are safe. The plane's doors were reportedly opened for ventilation and it is currently undergoing inspection.

- Four-time Le Mans winner Yannick Dalmas is named Grand Marshal for the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race this June.

- A new My Happy Marriage anime was announced after the end of the Season 2 finale.

- The Netflix reality game show, The Devil's Plan, returns this May 6 for its second season.

- ADOR announced strong legal action against the infringement of NJZ's rights.

- The Los Angeles 2028 Olympics added 50m Freestyle, Breaststroke, Butterfly, & Backstroke to its program. The women's Water Polo team quota is now bumped to 12 for the sake of gender parity for the first time in the sport's history.

- In Game 1 of the PVL All-Filipino finals, Petro Gazz beats Creamline.

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Let's Do The News! (April 9, 2025)

                                 

                                        

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- The reciprocal tariffs announced last week by US President Donald Trump, targeting US-bound foreign imports, came into immediate effect recently. Experts warn of price hikes aplenty as countries worldwide, especially those from the European Union, are taking drastic measures to counter the US reciprocal tariff situation.

- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is calling for volunteers to help repack family food packs (FFPs) for distribution to families affected by the Kanlaon Volcano.

- The LTFRB has approved over 1,000 special permits for passenger buses to operate during Holy Week.

- The PH Department of Health allays fears of an aggressive bacterial infection.

- PH Vice-President Sara Duterte joined in commemorating the Day of Valor today, April 9. It also commemorates the bravery of Filipinos during World War II in the Battle of Bataan which carved an important page in the country's history.

- The Qatar Government assures the return to normal life of Filipinos released after arrest for illegal protests.

- Audi will reveal the sedan version of the A6 C9 next week.

- The smart #5 Brabus was unveiled. It will be armed with a 100kWh battery, capable of producing 646PS of power and a 0-100kph time of 3.8 seconds. It will have up to 540km of driving range.

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- Girl group (G)I-DLE confirmed for their May comeback.

- Actor Manuel Masalva is in a medical coma after his Philippine visit.

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Let's Do The News! (April 8, 2025)

                                

                                        

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- The Kanlaon Volcano had an explosive eruption, according to PHIVOLCS. The volcano erupted around 0551 hours Manila Time.

- According to Salvador Panelo, the camp of Kitty Duterte, one of former PH President Rodrigo Duterte's daughters, is pleading to the Philippine Supreme Court regarding a petition for habeas corpus for the former president.

- The COMELEC released its recent show cause order against Pasig congressional candidate Christian Sia regarding his utterance during a campaign activity.

- A BJMP vehicle carrying a Chinese PDL got ambushed in Cavitex with one jail officer hurt.

- University of Manila's law school ordered closure over Bar Exam failures.

- Colossal Biosciences announced it has revived the dire wolf, an animal popularized by the Game of Thrones franchise.

- The United Kingdom has relaxed the rules on electrified car sales for the 2030 deadline.

- General Motors showcased a Corvette UK concept penned by designers from the car company's new UK design studio.

Corvette UK Concept

- Park Bo Young announces her first physical fan meeting in seven years.

- ABS-CBN Studios' TV drama anthology series Maalaala Mo Kaya returns as a limited series this April 24th on iWantTFC and two days later, on A2Z, Kapamilya Online, and Kapamilya Channel.

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Let's Do The News! (April 7, 2025)

                               

                                        

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- The Office of the Executive Secretary has released a list of cabinet members who will be allowed to attend the third Senate hearing regarding the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte. The list includes Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla, Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique A. Manalo, PNP General Rommel Marbil, and others.

- The National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) has advised voters to ignore text blasts campaigned by political candidates using emergency alert systems.

- The MMDA's clearing operations will continue even during Holy Week.

- The Philippines' fighter jet purchase plan from the US is just a response to issues it faces with China, says Malacañang.

- The PH Department of Agriculture implements a temporary ban on importing poultry products from Belgium due to the bird flu outbreak.

- Over 200 cars were destroyed when a blaze erupted at a distribution center in Tanauan City, Batangas. The Bureau of Fire Protection suspects that "Spent Bleaching Earth" chemicals and extremely hot temperatures may have caused the blaze.

- The PH Department of Transportation has clarified that the US has not issued any travel advisory against the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) and other airports in the country. This follows news on social media that an advisory was posted at the Sacramento International Airport in California, but the post was from 2018. Because of this, Transportation Secretary Vince Dizon immediately wrote to the US Transportation Secretary Administration (TSA) to clarify the said digital announcement displayed at the Sacramento International Airport in California. The US Transportation Secretary Administration (TSA) confirmed that the advisory was incorrect and immediately removed it.

- McLaren will expand into "new product categories" under new ownership.

- Nintendo delays pre-orders of the Switch 2 consoles in the US amid impending reciprocal tariffs imposed on global imports to the US.

- The list of Baeksang Arts Awards 2025 nominees was announced.

- Alex Ovechkin sets a new NHL all-time goal-scoring record with 895 goals.

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Let's Do The News! (April 4, 2025)

                              

                                        

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- The Trump administration is imposing reciprocal tariffs which will take effect by early next week. The US imposed a 25% tariff on all foreign-made cars while on April 5th, it will impose a baseline 10% tariff for all countries, and on the 9th, higher reciprocal rates will be imposed with less than 40% imposed on Chinese imports.

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos is establishing an advisory body for the semiconductor and electronics industry in the wake of the US's imposing of a 17% tariff on imports from the Philippines.

- Expansion for London's Luton Airport was approved after the UK government overruled the environmental concerns of planners.

- The row involving Prince Harry and the charity he quit last week, Sentebale, will be examined by a certain watchdog.

- Hyundai unveiled the IONIQ 6 minor change and the second-generation Nexo at the Seoul Mobility Show. It also teases the IONIQ 6 N to be unveiled later this year.

2026 Hyundai Nexo

2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6

- Genesis unveiled the X Gran Coupe Concept and the X Gran Convertible Concept at the Seoul Mobility Show.

- The 2025 season of the FIA World RX will commence this May 31st and will run for six venues with the season finale to be determined.

- The live-action Kowloon Generic Romance will hit theaters this August.

- Disney's hit TV cartoon, Phineas and Ferb, returns this June 5th on Disney Channel and streams the next day on Disney+.

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Let's Do The News! (April 3, 2025)

                             

                                        

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- The Commission on Elections (COMELEC) has permitted candidates to participate in barangay activities, such as fiestas. Chairman George Garcia announced that candidates are also allowed to serve as judges or contestants in beauty pageants. However, Garcia emphasized that candidates are prohibited from giving prizes or providing food at these events, as this could be considered vote buying.

- Philippine President Bongbog Marcos has directed the Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board to review the wages of workers in all regions of the country.

- Russian vlogger Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, who was criticized for harassing Filipinos for 'content', was arrested after being deemed an 'undesirable alien', according to the CIDG.

- Switzerland will monitor former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte's ICC case, according to the ambassador.

- China warns the Philippines over claims of "security risks". Yesterday, the Philippine Coast Guard repealed the Chinese research vessel crossing through Philippine waters.

- The sixth-generation Subaru Forester was unveiled. The new model is offered with a choice of a 1.8L DIT engine for the SPORT variant while Premium and X-BREAK variants feature a 2.5L S:HEV strong hybrid powertrain.

2026 Subaru Forester

- The Nintendo Switch 2 will go on sale globally this June 5th with the starting price of 49,980 Japanese Yen for the Japanese-Language System while the Multi-Language System is priced at 69,980 Japanese Yen. Additional costs included.

- Kangta renews contract with SM Entertainment.

- Pinoy Big Brother housemate Klarisse de Guzman reveals that she's bisexual.

- Actor Ruru Madrid was hurt during filming of the GMA TV series Lolong.

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Let's Do The News! (April 2, 2025)

                            

                                        

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- Committee on Foreign Relations Chairperson Senator Imee Marcos confirmed that the Senate investigation into the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte will continue tomorrow. This is despite a letter sent by the Malacañang Palace stating that invited cabinet members and executive officials will not attend tomorrow after invoking executive privilege and subjudice rule.

- British-Israeli lawyer Nicholas Kaufman, the lead counsel to former President Rodrigo Duterte, appeals to supporters of the former President to respect the judicial process.

- The House prosecution team is 80% ready for the impeachment trial of PH Vice President Sara Duterte.

- A Chinese research vessel heading to the Celebes Sea is being monitored by the Philippine Coast Guard. Meanwhile, the AFP currently assessing the Taiwan situation in the wake of Chinese military ships surrounding Taiwanese waters.

- Expect an intense "full battle test" in the 2025 Balikatan Exercises. According to Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr. the 40th Balikatan Exercise will focus on testing all military doctrines and strategies.

- The US approved a $5.58 billion fighter jet for sale to the Philippines.

- The second batch of Philippine rescuers en route to quake-hit Myanmar are on the way. The death toll from the Myanmar quake nears the three-thousand mark.

- Hyundai showcased its Casper Electric-based INSTEROID Concept during their April Fools Day celebration.

Hyundai Insteroid Concept

- Skoda will unveil the Elroq RS this April 3rd.

- Seiyuu Fairouz Ai returns from her partial hiatus, signing with her new agency.

- Class 2 of the Netflix original series Weak Hero premieres this April 25th.

- TVXQ members renewed their contracts with SM Entertainment.

- Detroit Pistons forward-center Isaiah Stewart has been given a two-game suspension without pay for his repeated "unsportsmanlike acts" following a brawl between Pistons and Timberwolves players. Meanwhile, Pistons forward Ron Holland II and guard Marcus Sasser, and Timberwolves center-forward Naz Reid and guard Donte DiVincenzo, were also suspended for the incident.

- Actor Val Kilmer dies at the age of 65.

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Let's Do The News! (April 1, 2025)

                           

                                        

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- The Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2025 has officially begun, with more than 480 Marines from the Philippines and the United States participating in the largest military exercise this year.

- The first batch of rescuers from the PH Inter-Agency Humanitarian Contingent have been taken off en route to quake-stricken Myanmar for humanitarian missions.

- Senator Chiz Escudero reminded Filipinos abroad to always observe the laws of their host countries to avoid any legal issues or problems. This comes following the arrest of 20 Filipinos in Qatar after staging unauthorized pro-Duterte rallies.

- House Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez is hopeful that the alliance between the United States and the Philippines will be further strengthened. Romualdez said this following the first-ever visit to the country by United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

- The defense team of former President Rodrigo Duterte's camp is preparing to file for interim release at the International Criminal Court (ICC), but the timing of when this will be done is still being studied.

- United Arab Emirates His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has granted pardon to 115 Filipinos in the UAE in conjunction with the month of Ramadan and Eid'l Fitr.

- The Chinese military sent its army, navy, and air rocket forces to surround Taiwan.

- The death toll from the Myanmar-Thailand quake exceeds the 2000 mark.

- Scientists from Japan have reported how stem cell treatment helped improve motor function in two out of four patients with spinal cord injury in their first clinical study on the subject.

- An original animatronic model of the iconic alien created for Steven Spielberg's 1982 classic movie 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' is being sold at Sotheby's with an estimated value of up to $900,000.

- TV personality Cesca Litton is undergoing chemotherapy following her breast cancer diagnosis.

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Let's Do The News! (March 31, 2025)

                           

                                        

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- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos addressed the Filipino Muslim community during his Eid'l Fitr speech, marking the conclusion of Ramadan. Over 10,000 Filipino Muslims gathered at the Quirino Grandstand for Eid'l Fitr celebrations.

- COMELEC urges artists to report for song theft in campaign jingles.

- The PH Bureau of Immigration initiated its Advanced Passenger Information System for tighter border security in the Philippines

- The death toll from the Myanmar quake hits over the 1700 mark.

- An artwork seized by the Nazis from a Jewish collector in 1940 is set to be returned by the United Kingdom.

- Red Bull's Helmut Marko admits the team "made a mistake" promoting Liam Lawson too soon. Moments ago, Lawson swapped places with Yuki Tsunoda ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix after his two-race disaster.

- TV series Kamen Rider Gavv casts Hiroki Yasumoto as the voice of Bocca Jardac and Erena Kamata as Lizel Jardac.

- K-drama Yumi's Cells will return for its third season.

- Actor Richard Chamberlain passed away at the age of 90.

- Actor Richard Norton dies at the age of 75.

- Former TV personality Cesca Litton reveals her breast cancer diagnosis.

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Let's Do The News! (March 29, 2025)

                          

                                        

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- The death toll from the M7.7 quake in Myanmar has exceeded the one-thousand mark.

- The Philippines, the US, and Japan have completed their 8th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity in the West Philippine Sea.

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos congratulated Filipina tennis player Alex Eala after her 2025 Miami Open stint.

- Juvenal Sanso, the Spanish painter and founder of Fundacion Sanso Museum, passed away at 95.

- The Aston Martin Valkyrie sets a new Top Gear Test Track road car record in 1:09.6.

- The live-action Legend of Zelda movie will hit cinemas this late March 2027.

- Netflix's original K-drama series Karma will feature Kim Nam Gil.

- Boy group BOYNEXTDOOR canceled their Bangkok tour after the devastating earthquake.

- The family of Sulli demands explanation from Kim Soo Hyun about her nude scenes in Real.

- Actor Clive Revill passed away at the age of 94. Revill was a veteran of Broadway and Royal Shakespeare Company and starred in the Transformers and Star Wars franchises.

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Let's Do The News! (March 28, 2025)

                         

                                        

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- The PNP forces are in position at Lawton in preparation for a prayer rally by Rodrigo Duterte supporters.

- The Malacañang has defended cabinet members who refused to provide operational details regarding the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte.

- PH Vice President Sara Duterte extended greetings to her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, who is celebrating his birthday today.

- PH President Bongbong Marcos was angered over the Senate hearing about the arrest of his predecessor, Rodrigo Duterte.

- Australian PM Anthony Albanese called a federal election on May 3rd, seeking to fight off a resurgent opposition and win a second term.

- Yuki Tsunoda replaces Liam Lawson as Red Bull Racing driver, starting next weekend's Japanese Grand Prix. Lawson returns to the Racing Bulls team.

- MAVTV will be renamed as RACER Network.

- The Porsche Taycan lineup now has a standard 105kwh battery.

- Jarno Opmeer is named F1 Sim Racing World Championship 2025 Drivers Champion while Red Bull Racing is crowned Constructors Champions.

- A new BanG Dream! TV anime was announced after the Ave Mujica TV anime finale ended.

- The live-action movie adaptation of The Exit 8 video game hits theaters this August 29.

- Everything announced in the recent Nintendo Direct presentation, the last before unveiling further details on the upcoming Switch 2.

- Girl group ARTMS postponed the release of their new single at the last minute due to its title in the wake of the recent wildfires.

- ZEROBASEONE member Sung Han Bin will host the World of Street Woman Fighter reality show.

- Actor Steven Yeun joins the cast of the upcoming movie set from the Avatar: The Last Airbender franchise.

- BBC's Doctor Who Season 2 casts Rose Ayling-Ellis as Aliss, a deaf character.

 - IT'S SHOWTIME disqualifies Tawag Ng Tanhalan contestant Marco Adobas over his "cooking show" post.

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Let's Do The News! (March 27, 2025)

                        

                                        

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- The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) has once again stood by its role of protecting the constitution, and not to meddle in politics. This was the AFP's assertion in a statement following alleged discussions about the rank and file's responsibilities.

- Former Senator Kiko Pangilinan has denied information that the Liberal Party and the Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas had discussions. The former senator maintained that he remained independent and focused on his advocacy. "There have been no discussions between my camp and Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas," Pangilinan said.

- The Malacañang has hit back at Vice President Sara Duterte's statement that the Philippines is heading to the "dumpster." Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro stressed that the administration, led by President Bongbong Marcos, is taking many steps to develop the country.

- The Tourism Infrastructure Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA) has decided not to proceed with the proposed project to illuminate Mayon Volcano after receiving criticism from the public. According to Albayano and Bicol residents, the volcano is already part of the identity of the Bicol Region and there is no need to change or add anything because it is said to be so beautiful that it is considered a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and nominated for a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly provided details about a plan to kill a Houthi militant leader two hours before the military operation was launched. This is according to screenshots released by a journalist who accidentally joined a Signal group chat with senior Trump administration officials. Earlier, a US Senate Republican is pushing for an investigation into Trump administration officials over sensitive “attack plans” leaked by a journalist from the Signal messaging app. The official said the information could have killed U.S. troops if it had fallen into the wrong hands.

- EA SPORTS F1 25 will be released on May 30th for consoles and PC. This year's installment features a new chapter of the game's Braking Point story mode, post-launch content inspired by the upcoming F1 movie, and more.

- Game Informer magazine has made a comeback after its shutdown by GameStop. Gunzilla Games has taken over Game Informer and operates independently under the name Game Informer Inc.

- The family of the late actress Kim Sae Ron held a press conference, revealing Sae Ron's messages with Kim Soo Hyun.

- Girl group fromis_9 secured their rights to their group name.

- In Game 6 of the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup Finals, TNT forced a winner-take-all Game 7 after defeating Ginebra at the score of 87-83.

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Let's Do The News! (March 26, 2025)

                       

                                        

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- 176 victims of human trafficking were sent back to the Philippines from Myanmar.

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos approved talks between the Philippines and France to establish their Visiting Forces Agreement.

- Former President Rodrigo Duterte will continue to receive his monthly pension despite being held at the detention facility of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in the Netherlands. Furthermore, even if he is found guilty of crimes against humanity by the ICC, his benefits cannot be revoked without an order from the Supreme Court.

- King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla delayed their state visit to the Vatican after the doctors said Pope Frances needed to rest following his recent illness.

- The third-generation Aston Martin Vanquish is now available with the open-top Volante variant.

2026 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante

- Hyundai teases its Casper-based INSTEROID concept.

- The MG S5 EV was unveiled.

2026 MG S5 EV

- Kim Soo Hyun's Taiwan fan meeting was postponed amid scandals surrounding him and the late Kim Sae Ron.

- Amazon MGM Studios has announced that Amy Pascal and David Heyman will produce the next 007 movie.

- BBC's Doctor Who Season 2 casts Charlie Condou.

- MNL48 announced their April comeback with a "Reboot & Rise 2025" live event this April 26, 2025, at the SM North EDSA Annex. AKB48's sub-unit Quadlips will make their appearance as well.

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Let's Do The News! (March 25, 2025)

                      

                                        

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- A magnitude 4.5 quake hits Cateel, Davao Oriental.

- Filipinos from various parts of Europe flocked to Scheveningen Prison to visit former President Rodrigo Duterte. Meanwhile, according to Vice President Sara Duterte, her father is in good health. They discussed the timeline of his case at the ICC and how to win it.

- The Philippine Department of Education reminded its officials, including teachers and non-teaching personnel, to refrain from participating in political activities during graduation ceremonies and moving-up for the 2024-2025 school year.

- The National Historical Commission of the Philippines has issued a warning against placing any marks or images on the Philippine flag. This warning was prompted by a photo of the flag featuring an eagle, created by supporters of former President Rodrigo Duterte in Australia.

- Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero stressed that Filipinos are free to express their grievances, but he said this is not a license for them to spread fake news. The Senator added that the public should be clear in expressing their opinions.

- Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-hee passed away due to cardiac arrest. No reports have been made about who will replace Han as co-CEO.

- A magnitude 6.8 quake hits New Zealand.

- A failed circuit breaker was the reason the broadcast of IndyCar's Thermal Club race went dark.

- Kim Moo-yul, Lee Sung-min, Jin Ki-yoo, and Pyo Ji-hoon are joining the cast of the K-drama series True Lessons.

- Daniel Choi is confirmed to join Running Man as a new interim member.

- NJZ announced legal action against malicious posts.

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Let's Do The News! (March 24, 2025)

                     

                                        

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- A proposal to consider spreading fake news on social media as cybercrime was pushed in the PH Senate.

- Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada called on candidates in the 2025 midterm elections to stop using the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte in their campaigning.

- The first day of Manibela group's strike was generally peaceful, according to the Philippine National Police. The Malacañang appeals to the Manibela group to first talk to the government so that commuters are not affected by the traffic jams.

- United States maritime expert Ray Powell reported on his X account that two Chinese Coast Guard ships intercepted two Philippine ships inside Scarborough Shoal. The Chinese aggressive actions affected the BRP Bagacay and BRP Datu Pagbuaya..

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. may visit the White House to meet with US President Donald Trump in the coming months following two consecutive visits to the Philippines by two US officials.

- The Jaguar C-X75 Concept lapped the Top Gear Test Track in 1m22.2s

- Coque Lopez announced he will no longer take part in this year's Gran Turismo World Series.

- The Punirunes TV anime will return for its third season this July 2025.

- Love Live! Nijigasaki High School Idol Club The Movie Finale Part 2 hits theaters this November 2025. The second part focuses on the latter half of the group visiting parts of Kansai.

- The Chainsaw Man Reze Arc movie hits theaters this September 19, 2025.

- Disney+ postpones the premiere of an upcoming series, Knock-Off, which stars Kim Soo Hyun.

- ADOR says NJZ's hiatus announcement was unilateral and asks to meet with members. Earlier, NJZ announced they will temporarily halt activities following their ComplexCon performance.

- In Game 5 of the PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup Finals, Ginebra leads 3-2 after beating TNT at the score of 73-66.

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Let's Do The News! (March 21, 2025)

                    

                                        

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- The construction of the new Pritil Public Market in Tondo, Manila begins. The Manila City local government also targets to increase the market to 669 stalls from the previous capacity of 500.

- House Assistant Majority Leader Zia Alonto Adiong of Lanao del Sur and House Deputy Majority Leader Paolo Ortega V of La Union stressed the need to implement regulations on social media. Adiong and Ortega promoted this amid the continued spread of fake news and misinformation, and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) which are all threats to the governance of the Philippines, national security, and the integrity of elections.

- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) assured that they will not be used by any candidate during the elections.

- Heathrow Airport is closing all day in response to a "significant" power outage linked to a fire at an electrical substation.

- US President Donald Trump signs an executive order to begin dismantling the US Department of Education.

- Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is no longer a suspect in the police investigation into SNP finances. "I am completely in the clear," says Nicola Sturgeon, after police investigating SNP finances say she is no longer a suspect.

- Eddie Jordan, the former racing driver, F1 team owner, and Top Gear presenter, passed away at the age of 76.

- TOEI announced a new Digimon anime series, titled Digimon Beatbreak, airing this October.

- The family of the late actress Kim Sae Ron reacts to marriage and abortion allegations. A few moments ago, a YouTuber exposed Sae Ron's alleged marriage, pregnancy, and abortion.

- BBC's Doctor Who TV series casts Kadiff Kirwan.

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Let's Do The News! (March 20, 2025)

                   

                                        

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- Malacañang has acknowledged that the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte is partly a consequence of the Duterte administration's actions. This response comes amid criticisms regarding why Duterte's case was not addressed in the Philippines before being brought to the International Criminal Court, highlighting perceived weaknesses in the country’s justice system. Additionally, Malacañang has challenged Vice President Sara Duterte to return to the Philippines to address various issues she is facing, including matters related to confidential funds.

- An ICC-accredited lawyer believes that former President Rodrigo Duterte's withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC) was self-serving. At the Meet the Manila Press forum, Atty. Joel Butuyan, one of the five Filipino lawyers accredited by the ICC, said that perhaps the former President already foresaw what would happen to him.

- According to Palace Press Usec, the PBBM administration vetoed the bill declaring Pampanga the "culinary capital" of the Philippines. Officer Claire Castro says that although the bill is good, Philippine culture is broad in terms of the culinary industry.

- PhilHealth removed the 45-day benefit limit, according to the PH Department of Health.

- The United States National Archives has released at least 80,000 pages of declassified records related to the 1963 assassination of former US President John F. Kennedy. This follows an executive order signed on January 23 of this year by US President Donald Trump, who called the release of the remaining files a matter of public interest but excluded some records that were under court seal or for grand jury secrecy.

- The current-generation Renault Espace received a minor change for the 2026 model year,

2026 Renault Espace

- BMW teases its next-generation iX3 coming this September.

- The newest TRIGUN anime, titled TRIGUN Stargaze, is coming this 2026.

- Seiyuu Satsuki Nakayama joins the cast of the upcoming King of Prism -Your Endless Call- movie as Ai Kannazuki.

- Lee Junho leaves JYP after 17 years.

- TNT leads 2-1 after Game 3 of the PBA Commissioner's Cup Finals, defeating Ginebra at the score of 87-85.

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Let's Do The News! (March 19, 2025)

                   

                                        

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- Senate President Chiz Escudero clarifies that the ICC trial of former President Rodrigo Duterte will not affect the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte. Meanwhile, VP Duterte announced that former presidential spokesperson Harry Roque and former executive secretary Salvador Medialdea will not be part of FPRRD's legal team.

- British lawyer Nicholas Kaufman, the lead counsel of former President Rodrigo Duterte, vows to provide a strong defense in the former president's case.

- Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Gen. Rommel Francisco Marbil assured that he will not allow intimidation and violence to flourish in Maguindanao, especially as the 2025 midterm elections are approaching.

- Senate President Francis Escudero has criticized Kabataan Party-list Rep. Raoul Manuel for his comments on the Senate's plan to shelter Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa when he is arrested by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Escudero reminded the congressman that the institutional courtesy that will be extended to Dela Rosa is the same as that given by the House in the so-called Batasan 5.

- In conjunction with the Balikatan Exercises with the Americans this year, various Philippine Navy assets will be firing missiles. Navy Flag Officer-in-Command Vice Admiral Jose Ma. Ambrosio Ezpeleta confirmed the Navy's participation in the Maritime Cooperative Activity during the annual joint military drills.

- Two NASA astronauts that remained on the moon for nine months have safely returned to Earth. The capsule carrying the two astronauts who spent nearly a year in space splashed down off Florida coast.

- Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel has resumed combat with "full force" after deadly Gaza strikes, adding "this is just the beginning".

- The FIA tightens up rear wheel flexibility tests ahead of F1's Chinese Grand Prix.

- Donkervoort teases its next vehicle coming soon.

- Mercedes-AMG discontinued the A45.

- LEGO teams up with Pokemon for its new line of Pokemon LEGO toys coming in 2026.

- The new Cat's Eye TV anime is coming to Disney+ this September.

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Let's Do The News! (March 18, 2025)

                  

                                        

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

- The Philippine Government may appoint its own lawyer to defend former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest from the International Criminal Court in response to the joint habeas corpus cases of Duterte's children.

- The International Criminal Court is ready to compensate victims of crimes brought before it, once the accused is proven guilty. According to the ICC's video explainer, this includes monetary compensation, rehabilitation, or medical support.

- Six people reportedly died after the plane they were traveling in crashed on Roatan Island, Honduras.

- King Charles III's planned visit to the Vatican in April will still go ahead amid Pope Francis' medical condition, Buckingham Palace says.

- US President Donald Trump is laying off some of the workforce from the state-run Voice of America news network.

- The Renault 5 Turbo 3E will have 536bhp of power, a record 4,800Nm of torque, a 0-100kph of 3.5 seconds, and 270kph of top speed. Only 1980 units will be made.

2027 Renault 5 Turbo 3E

- Seiyuu Shiki Aoki goes on hiatus due to health.

- Actor Jo Jung Suk will make his special appearance in Weak Hero Class 2.

- The family of the late actress Kim Sae Ron requested an apology and filed a lawsuit against Kim Soo Hyun.

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