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Friday, April 11, 2025

How to dress as Hasunosora Girls' High School Idol Club members (105th Revised Edition)

The Hasunosora Girls' High School Idol Club in "Link! Like! Love Live!" marks a significant moment in Love Live! history, as it is the first time that members can be replaced. 

Following the conclusion of the 104th Final Term Fes x Live virtual event, which bid farewell to beloved senpais Kozue Otomune, Megumi Fujishima, and Tsuzuri Yugiri, many fans have been wondering who will take their place. 

Recently, it was announced that Edel Note, the rival duo that the Hasunosora girls defeated for the Love Live title, will be joining the club effective in the newest chapter of the Hasunosora story.

As cosplay season is in full swing, it's time to teach you how to be one of your favorite Hasunosora Girls' High School Idol Club members.

Link! Like! Love Live!
Link! Like! Love Live!

As Kaho Hinoshita - The Hasunosora Girls' High School Idol Club would not exist without its founding member, Kaho Hinoshita. Kaho is a third-year high school student known for her bright personality and dazzling smile. Now that she has stepped into her role as a leader, she is determined to build upon the foundation laid by her seniors and take the club to new heights, fully aware that they must continue to strive for excellence. As any Love Live cosplayer would tell you, a normal-sized orange wig is all you need and then tinker it to match Kaho's hairstyle. With Kaho's your gal, feel free to plan on the costumes she wore during her time.

As Sayaka Murano - Now in her Senior Year, Sayaka Murano vows to keep the promises she made from Tsuzuri Yugiri, one of the now-former members who left the group after graduation. For the newest chapter of the Hasunosora story, Sayaka now dons a new hairstyle. With that, prepare a long dark blue wig and keep it as is as long as the left part of her hair is present at the front. At the back, Sayaka dons a new red-and-blue dual ribbon with a star in the middle. It takes guts to replicate Sayaka's new ribbon design but with that settled, the outfits are up to you.

As Rurino Osawa - Rurino Osawa is known for being an energizer. Get it? Energizer? If you're looking to cosplay as Rurino, be mindful of the hairdo. It may be a long blond hairdo with a sky-blue gradient on it, but replicating Rurino's hairstyle is no walk in the park. But if you can manage to pull it off, you'll be the hit of any convention!

As Ginko Momose - Ginko Momose dreams of becoming a school idol who inherits her family’s tradition. If you’re looking to cosplay as Ginko, you will need a short, dark, blackish hairdo and a traditional Japanese ornament to put in it. Ginko’s hairdo is one of the easier ones to replicate, but the traditional Japanese ornament might take some searching to find.

As Kosuzu Kachimachi - Kosuzu Kachimachi is the youngest child of a fishing family from Tsuruga. She's a hard worker who doesn't get discouraged even when she fails, but she sometimes makes remarks that look down on herself. Kosuzu's hairstyle is a long golden-brown one with braids at the front. Replicating Kosuzu's hairstyle won't be an easy job. but it might be fun to try. If you're feeling brave, I say go for it! If anyone can do it, it's you!

As Hime Anyoji - Hime Anyoji is a gamer well-known for winning student tournaments. Getting a long pink hair with the bottom part painted in blond color and then ponytailed is a simple task, right? Well, no. There are a couple of details that can be easy to miss, so make sure you take your time and get it right. It’ll be worth it in the end! Grab some rubber bands because it's going to be a long night replicating Hime Anyoji's ponytail.

As Izumi Katsuragi - Formerly a member of Edel Note, a rival school idol unit representing Mizukawa Girls' High School, Izumi transferred to Hasunosora as a 2nd Year student. Izumi is a school idol with great potential who can handle most things with ease. Being Izumi takes stacks of two black wigs to your head; the ponytailed long one at the bottom and the short one at the top. Don't forget the two triangle hairpins to your right as well. It's tricky work but if you match Izumi's hairstyle, feel free to decide on the costumes.

As Ceras Yanagida Lilienfeld - Ceras, who hails from Nagano, first met Kaho while they were both in the hospital. Thanks to Kaho's efforts, Ceras was able to join her senpai, Izumi, in representing Edel Note, a school idol unit from the now-defunct Mizukawa Girls' High School. After the Hasunosora girls won the Love Live tournament and Mizukawa Girls' High School closed, Ceras and Izumi began transferring to Hasunosora to return the favor. Ceras has a long sand-colored hairdo with two pink ribbons behind her ears. If you can match her looks, feel free to decide on the outfits.

...and there you have it. How to dress as Hasunosora Girls' High School Idol Club members, the 105th Revised Edition. The world's looking forward to some impressive Hasunosora Girls High School Idol Club cosplays as it enters the most challenging story ever.

As the girls are facing their most challenging feat, nothing will ever be the same for Kaho and her friends.

FIGHTING!

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

                                 

                                        

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

- 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.

TTFN.

Thursday, April 10, 2025

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

                                

                                        

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

- 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.

TTFN.

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

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

                                 

                                        

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

- 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.

2026 smart # Brabus
2026 smart # Brabus

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

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

TTFN.

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

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

                                

                                        

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

- 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.

TTFN.

Monday, April 7, 2025

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

                               

                                        

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

- 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.

TTFN.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Goodyear 400

The "Too Tough To Tame" track is the next stop for the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series with the Goodyear 400. With their throwback looks on, the drivers are going all out to survive the Darlington mayhem.

As the green flag waved, the race known as "Too Tough To Tame" began. In the first stage, Kyle Larson experienced a spin, followed by Carson Hocevar's troubles, which included sliding out and then being hit by Riley Herbst. William Byron won Stage 1, while in Stage 2, Larson went to the pits for repairs. Byron claimed another stage victory at Darlington. The climax of the race proved to be "too tough to tame," featuring Josh Berry's misfortune and a dramatic spin by Kyle Larson.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Goodyear 400

After a chaotic Sunday that is "Too Tough To Tame", Denny Hamlin wins the Goodyear 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is at Bristol, Tennessee for the Food City 500 this Palm Sunday, April 13th, 2025.

Sunday, April 6, 2025

F1 2025 - Lenovo Japanese Grand Prix

Formula 1's 75th-anniversary celebration continues at Suzuka for the Lenovo Japanese Grand Prix. A significant highlight of this event is the switch between Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson: Tsunoda has officially become a driver for Red Bull Racing, while Lawson has been demoted back to the junior team, VCARB, following a challenging performance in the last two races.

F1 2025 - Lenovo Japanese Grand Prix
Screengrab from F1

Defending champion Max Verstappen made headlines in Suzuka by winning the race against the two McLaren drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Following the race, the gap between Norris and Verstappen has narrowed to just one point, with Norris at 62 and Verstappen at 61. As always, it’s still too early to draw any conclusions.

The next race is the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix on April 12, 2025.

2025 Formula DRIFT Pro Championship - Streets of Long Beach

FORMULA Drift returns for its 2025 season and as always, the streets of Long Beach, California, is the first stop of the new season.

2025 Formula DRIFT Pro Championship - Streets of Long Beach
Screengrab from Formula Drift

The clash between James Deane, in his Mustang RTR drift car, and Fredric Aasbo, in his GR Supra drift car, became too close to call, the audiences demanded an encore. As encore strikes, it's everything on the table with nothing left to give.

Winning by unanimous decision, Fredric Aasbo drew first blood by beating Deane to score his first win of the season. Adam LZ settles for third place.

The next event is at Atlanta for the Road To The Championship this May 8-10, 2025.

Friday, April 4, 2025

THREATS FROM NORTH KOREA: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Officially Expelled From Office

 

Former President Yoon Suk Yul of South Korea has officially been removed from office.

On April 4 at 11 a.m. KST, the Korean Constitutional Court announced its unanimous ruling on the impeachment of the now-former president Yoon Suk Yeol.

The ruling was made 122 days following the martial law announcement made on December 3 by the former president and 111 days following the impeachment motion made on December 14. Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of emergency martial law was deemed unconstitutional as he did not follow the formal process and the reasons for declaration were not justified.

An election to appoint a new president will now be held within 60 days.

Source: soompi

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

                              

                                        

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

- 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+.

TTFN.

Thursday, April 3, 2025

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

                             

                                        

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

- 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
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.

TTFN.

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

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

                            

                                        

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

- 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.

TTFN.

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

THREATS FROM NORTH KOREA: South Korea’s Constitutional Court will rule Friday on Yoon’s impeachment

 

South Korea’s Constitutional Court will rule Friday on whether to formally dismiss or reinstate impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol — a decision that either way will likely deepen domestic divisions.

The court has been deliberating his political fate after conservative Yoon was impeached by the liberal opposition-controlled National Assembly in December over his brief imposition of martial law that has triggered a massive political crisis.

Millions of people have rallied around the country to support or denounce Yoon. Police said they’ll mobilize all available personnel to preserve order and respond to possible acts of vandalism, arson and assault before and after the court’s ruling.

The Constitutional Court said in a brief statement Tuesday that it would issue its ruling at 11 a.m. Friday and that it will be broadcast live.

Removing Yoon from office requires support from at least six of the court’s eight justices. If the court rules against Yoon, South Korea must hold an election within two months for a new president. If the court overturns his impeachment, Yoon would immediately return to his presidential duties.

Jo Seung-lae, a spokesperson for the main liberal opposition Democratic Party which led Yoon’s impeachment, called for the court to “demonstrate its firm resolve” to uphold the constitutional order by dismissing Yoon. Kwon Youngse, leader of Yoon’s People Power Party, urged the court’s justices to “consider the national interest” and produce a decision that is “strictly neutral and fair.”

Many observers earlier predicted the court’s verdict would come in mid-March based on the timing of its ruling in past presidential impeachments. The court hasn’t explained why it takes longer time for Yoon’s case, sparking rampant speculation on his political fate.

At the heart of the matter is Yoon’s decision to send hundreds of troops and police officers to the National Assembly after imposing martial law on Dec. 3. Yoon has insisted that he aimed to maintain order, but some military and military officials testified Yoon ordered them to drag out lawmakers to frustrate a floor vote on his decree and detain his political opponents.

Yoon argues that he didn’t intend to maintain martial law for long, and he only wanted to highlight what he called the “wickedness” of the Democratic Party, which obstructed his agenda, impeached senior officials and slashed his budget bill. During his martial law announcement, he called the assembly “a den of criminals” and “anti-state forces.”

By law, a president has the right to declare martial law in wartime or other emergency situations, but the Democratic Party and its supporters say South Korea wasn’t in such a situation.

The impeachment motion accused Yoon of suppressing National Assembly activities, attempting to detain politicians and others and undermining peace in violation of the constitution and other laws. Yoon has said he had no intention of disrupting National Assembly operations and detaining anyone.

Martial law lasted only six hours because lawmakers managed to enter the assembly and vote to strike down his decree unanimously. No violence erupted, but live TV footage showing armed soldiers arriving at the assembly invoked painful memories of past military-backed dictatorships. It was the first time for South Korea to be placed under martial law since 1980.

Earlier public surveys showed a majority of South Koreans supported Yoon’s impeachment. But after his impeachment, pro-Yoon rallies have grown sharply, with many conservatives fed up with what they call the Democratic Party’s excessive offensive on the already embattled Yoon administration.

In addition to the Constitutional Court’s ruling on his impeachment, Yoon was arrested and indicted in January on criminal rebellion charges.Yoon was released from prison March 8, after a Seoul district court cancelled his arrest and allowed him to stand his criminal trial without being detained.

Ten top military and police officials have also been arrested and indicted over their roles in the martial law enactment.

Source: AP NEWS

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

                           

                                        

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

- 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.

TTFN.

Monday, March 31, 2025

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

                           

                                        

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

- 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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2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Cook Out 400

Martinsville Speedway is the next stop of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series with the Cook Out 400. Drivers are wrapping up March Madness with intense oval racing madness.

As the green flag waved, the action in Martinsville was underway. The first stage encountered trouble for the No. 17 on the front stretch after colliding with the No.77. While Joey Logano secured Stage 1, Denny Hamlin took Stage 2, and the final stage experienced issues for Shane Van Gisbergen.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - Cook Out 400
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After an intense race in Martinsville, Denny Hamlin wins the Cook Out 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series!

The next race is at Darlington Raceway for the Goodyear 400 this April 6, 2025.

Saturday, March 29, 2025

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

                          

                                        

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

- 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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Friday, March 28, 2025

TNT wins PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup Title

The rematch between TNT Tropang Giga and Barangay Ginebra has become the highlight of the PBA's 50th-anniversary celebrations. The Season 49 Commissioner's Cup Best-of-7 finals engulfed the bloody war between the two titans.

In a thrilling series, both teams exchanged shots in each of the six games, leading to a decisive Game 7 held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, where over 21,000 fans gathered. The final game saw intense competition, with both sides continuing to score until Ginebra’s standout import, Justin Brownlee, managed to tie the game and force it into overtime.

TNT wins PBA Season 49 Commissioner's Cup Title
Image: PBA/RPTV


In the final score of 87-83, the TNT Tropang Giga defeated Barangay Ginebra to win their third Commissioner's Cup title. This victory marks the 11th overall title for TNT in the PBA. Rey Nambatac was named the MVP.

Congratulations to TNT Tropang Giga for winning its 11th overall PBA title!

TNT Tropang Giga won the title but the PBA's 50th anniversary celebration truly begins as teams are gearing up for the PBA's Philippine Cup soon.

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

                         

                                        

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

- 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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