Disney-Pixar's Lightyear

From the world of Toy Story, Buzz Lightyear is by no means the coolest toy hero you want to befriend with. If you think you know Buzz Lightyear, then think again. The newest Disney-Pixar movie is all about Buzz Lightyear's first mission. The origin story of everyone's favorite toy hero from the Toy Story movies.

Disney-Pixar's Lightyear

Disney-Pixar's Lightyear brings Captain America actor Chris Evans to the role of the young Buzz Lightyear as this movie showcases the Space Ranger's first mission which brought him through perilous trials and tribulations. With the help of his unlikely allies (played by Keke Palmer, Dale Soules, and Taika Waititi), and his robot cat Sox (played by Peter Sohn), this is exactly what Buzz Lightyear's first mission feels like.

While some purists complain about why putting the Captain America actor in the role of Buzz Lightyear, this origin story of the hero that inspired the toy from the Toy Story movies showcased the world who Buzz Lightyear really is. From start to finish, Buzz Lightyear's first mission really is a spectacle that families will enjoy. Dramatic moments, thrilling moments, funny moments, this movie has it all in a Disney-Pixar way and this is by no means one of the must-watch films of the summer season.

Getting to know the real Buzz Lightyear is going to be part of your summer to-do list, kids because this movie is an out-of-this-world experience. You'll be spaced out from start to finish, getting a glimpse of what Buzz Lightyear's first mission looks like.

To Infinity and Beyond!

Suzuki Lapin LC

The Suzuki Lapin was updated for the 2023 Model Year with some minor tweaks underneath and apart from that, it has spawned a posh addition to the Lapin range. It's called the Lapin LC and it's the poshest kei car young Japanese ladies can't wait to drive.

2023 Suzuki Alto Lapin LC

2023 Suzuki Alto Lapin LC interior

The new Lapin LC, priced at 1,409,100 Japanese Yen plus additional costs, is the poshest kei car in the Suzuki lineup, and those who want to have a little haute couture on their daily trip to the metropolis should consider this the ideal fashion accessory that matches the ladies' personal tastes.

While the styling is nearly identical to the normal Lapin, the LC features a different front view that pays tribute to the Suzuki Fronte 360 LC10 of the late 60s. The rear view dons a specially-made badge to distinguish it from the normal Lapin. It's no wonder why they called it the LC because it pays tribute to one of Suzuki's iconic kei cars, whatever the reason.

Inside, the LC features specially-made seats, a quilted roof that is fun to touch, a specially-made steering wheel with dark brown faux wood and wine-red labeling in the middle, and a choice of two center panels; simple and chic. Like the normal Lapin, the LC features useful conveniences to store stuff, charge their phones, and so on, living up to its role as the ideal fashion accessory on wheels.

Under the hood, the Lapin LC is powered by an R06A 660cc 3-cylinder petrol engine with ENE-CHARGE, ECO-COOL, and Idling Stop. Now mated to a CVT gearbox, the Lapin LC delivers 26.2kmpl of fuel economy based on WLTC Mode standards. Not bad for an unrivaled posh kei car that is also as enjoyable to drive on city roads.

In terms of safety, the Lapin LC features a wide array of safety systems under the Suzuki Safety Support banner, such as Dual Camera Brake Support, Reverse Brake Support, False Start Suppression, Lane Departure Warning, Sign Recognition, false start suppression, high beam assist, and the most useful feature of all, the omnidirectional view monitor.

The posh kei car from Suzuki is here to give Japanese ladies something to match their personality with its styling, interior, and fuel efficiency that will keep them going until nighttime unless they're rushing for a midnight sale somewhere.

Available colors: Terracotta Pink Metallic, Trad Khaki Metallic, Fawn Beige Metallic, Nocturne Blue Pearl, Urban Brown Pearl Metallic, Soft Beige Metallic, Fawn Beige Metallic Urban Brown 2-tone Roof, Trad Khaki Metallic Urban Brown 2-tone Roof, Terracotta Pink Metallic Urban Brown 2-tone Roof, Urban Brown Pearl Metallic Soft Beige 2-tone Roof, Trad Khaki Metallic Soft Beige 2-tone Roof, and Nocturne Blue Pearl Soft Beige 2-tone Roof.

Photo: Suzuki Motor Corporation

UKRAINE CONFLICT: 6/17/2022

                       

The latest in the ongoing Ukraine conflict:

• Poland assures: Export of Ukrainian wheat to PH will continue
• UK armed forces chief: Russia has ‘strategically lost’ Ukraine war
• Oil edges down as demand concerns weigh, heading for weekly fall

COVID-19 SITUATION: 6/17/2022

                                                                                 

The latest in the ongoing COVID-19 situation:

• Palace: SWS survey results prove gov’t pandemic response is working
• Concepcion to Cebu gov’t: Follow Duterte’s order on masking for now
• Omicron less likely to cause long COVID – UK study
• Uptick in COVID-19 cases should not alarm public, says Concepcion
• Discussing vaccine-related injuries

Let's Do The News! (June 17, 2022)

                       

Your daily round-up of today's news:

- PH President-elect Bongbong Marcos named Juan Ponce Enrile as his legal adviser and Menardo Guevarra as the next solicitor-general.

- Robin Padilla takes oath as a senator before outgoing Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.

- Australia backs the arbitral West Philippine Sea ruling against China, according to an envoy.

- The Samoan Prime Minister says that the Pacific can deal with its own security issues.

- Cosmetics brand Revlon files for bankruptcy.

- A Tesla investor sues Elon Musk and the board over the accusation of workplace discrimination.

- BMW's upcoming M3 Touring lapped the Nurburgring in 7m35.06s.

- Hyundai teases the IONIQ 6 electric sedan.

- A new Trigun anime has been announced.

- The sequel of Capcom's Dragon's Dogma RPG game is now in development.

- FIFA announced the 16 North American cities that will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico.

- According to his lawyer, Kevin Spacey "strenuously" denies UK sex charges.

- FPJ's Ang Probinsyano TV series casts Maalaala Mo Kaya presenter Charo Santo.

TTFN.

Warriors nailed their 4th NBA title in 8 seasons

The 21-22 season of the NBA marked the league's diamond anniversary with intense rivalries and thrilling moments the world's greatest basketball league delivered right until the moment the Golden State Warriors and the Boston Celtics clashing each other for the shot of this season's NBA Finals.

From slow starts, surprise comebacks, shocking turnarounds, and thrilling moments, this season's Finals is one for the NBA history books. Despite the Celtics drawing their first blood back in Game 1, the Warriors are starting to steal the game and claw their way to the top in the last five games, leaving them at the rate of 3-2 with the Warriors on the brink of another title.

This is where Game 6 of the best-of-7 match comes in at the Celtics' home turf, the TD Garden in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. Despite the Celtics' home advantage, that didn't stop the Warriors from clawing their way to the lead, and in the end, it was a win for the Warriors. The Golden State Warriors won their 4th NBA title in 8 seasons after defeating the Boston Celtics at a score of 103-90. 

Stephen Curry was named MVP for the first time in his NBA career following his impressive 3-point dagger in the third quarter.

It's a coincidence because their victory day for the Warriors in this season's NBA Finals happened on the day when they've ended their 4-decade title drought in the 2014-15 season.

URL: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/34104922/golden-state-warriors-finish-boston-celtics-fourth-nba-title-eight-years

Congratulations, Golden State Warriors, for being this season's NBA champions!

My FH5 Log: The evolution of the AMG GT

Having obtained the AMG GT S from Forza Horizon 5's Series 8 Dry Season Playlist, it's time to uncover how much Mercedes-AMG's 911-fighting sports car has changed from the normal AMG GT in S variant to the track-focused AMG GT R.

This is the chance to find out how much the AMG GT has matured through the years and looks like I'm onto something with these two AMG GT variants. Before that, let's have a quick re-introduction.

Although the AMG GT doesn't count as a worthy successor to the SLS AMG because of the power output that separates these two, the AMG GT's 4.0L V8 BiTurbo engine produces 502HP of power and 478.8ft-lb of torque in the S version while mated to a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT. Apart from that, it features an aluminum spaceframe, an electronic rear-axle locking differential, race-derived double wishbone suspension, and electronically-controlled damping with AMG DYNAMIC PLUS package and ceramic high-performance composite brake system.

The AMG GT R, meanwhile, is a more potent version of the AMG GT which uses every bit and bobs from the AMG GT3 racecar. The 4.0L V8 BiTurbo engine has been uprooted to 585HP of power and apart from that, it uses an upgraded suspension, new aerodynamics, and intelligent lightweight construction to deliver a race-honed feel on the road and on the track.

Using a makeshift track in an area that is near the fancy resort, it's time to find out how much maturity the AMG GT has gained from the S to the R. From sporty to racy if you prefer. Send in the tape.

And now the results...

AMG GT - 1m:00.928s

AMG GT R - 0m:57.991s

It took nearly three seconds for the AMG GT to mature from the GT S to the GT R. Impressive indeed.

Although the AMG GT may change very soon, I'm very glad that Mercedes-AMG built a car that can satisfy even the most hardened veterans on the road and track. From subtleness to obviousness, looks like the AMG GT really is the sports car worth driving, whatever it takes.

Yes, the AMG GT R is a clear winner, and while in the middle of brainstorming about what to do with the AMG GT R in my next entry, something about comparing it to the AMG GT63 4-Door, this little runner-up has a little something from me.

All dressed up as Tej's AMG GT from The Fate of the Furious. Isn't she lovely? Speaking of which...

Let's give Tej's AMG GT a chance to live up to its reputation with a little street race. Clip in the hole!

This is what they called in the world of fighting games GREAT. Still, that was a close call!

Enjoy your new ride!