Let's Do The News! (August 10, 2024)

         

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

- Suspended Labour councilor Ricky Jones is charged with encouraging violent disorder at the London counter-protest. At the same time, Jordan Parlour was jailed for 20 months for stirring up racial hatred on Facebook during the recent disorder.

- A passenger plane with 62 people on board has crashed in Vinhedo, Brazil, according to reports. All of the passengers and crew are killed. 

- King Charles praises police for "community spirit" and says he hopes for unity after the "aggression and criminality" of the recent disorder.

- F1’s commercial rights holder Liberty Media has confirmed that the US Department of Justice is investigating its decision to block Andretti from entering the sport.

- The McMurty Speirling smashed the Castle Combe record in 54.559s, faster than a Formula 3 car.

- Singer Vehicle Design unveiled four reimagined 911 Turbos in honor of the Porsche 911 Turbo's 50th anniversary. All 25 allocations are sold.

- The official Cartoon Network website was shut down. Instead, Warner Bros. Discovery redirects users to the Max streaming service's Cartoon Network catalog.

- The recent D23 event announced a slew of new projects for Disney, including Tron: Ares, a live-action Lilo and Stitch movie for 2025, the second season of Star Wars Andor, the live-action Disney Snow White movie, Marvel's Ironheart, Toy Story 5, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, The Incredibles 3, Agatha All Along, Moana 2, Frozen III, and the Inside Out spinoff TV series for Disney+.

- The World Aquatics notes the unsportsmanlike misconduct of the Italian men's water polo team during their match against Spain in the Men's 5th-8th Classification round on August 9th at the Paris 2024 Men's Olympic Water Polo Tournament.

- TV5 is investigating the alleged harassment involving the network's employee and an independent contractor. The statement came after a researcher of the TV5 investigative show Budol Alert, alleged that he was sexually assaulted by the program manager.

TTFN.

Paris 2024 Highlights - Day 15

      

August 9, 2024 - DAY 15

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics continues with Marathon Swimming, Sailing, Sport Climbing, Canoe Sprint, Diving, Football, Table Tennis, and Weightlifting as the medal matches of the day.

Here are the winners of the day;

• Kristof Rasovszky (HUN) - Men's 10km Swimming
• Valentin Bontus (AUT) - Men's Kite
• Toby Roberts (GBR) - Men's Boulder & Lead
• Xu/Sun (CHN) - Women's Canoe Double 500m
• Carrington/Hoskin (NZL) - Women's Kayak Double 500m
• Schopf/Lemke (GER) - Men's Kayak Double 500m
• Martin Fuksa (CZE) - Men's Canoe Single 1000m
• Chen Yiwen (CHN) - Women's 3m Springboard
• China - Men's Team Table Tennis
• Karlos May Nasar (BUL) - Men's 89kg Weightlifting

The United States and China are tied with 33 gold medals each but Team USA has the most overall medals with 111. The final weekend of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics will be a do-or-die weekend. Which country will come out on top?

For full schedule and results: https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/schedule

Kia K8 (2025MY Minor Change)

The Kia K8 was launched three years ago and was the first car to wear the new logo. For the 2025 model year, the K8 has undergone a "Big Minor Change" and promises to be a better-looking luxury premium sedan that can outclass the Toyota Crown by a long shot.

2025 Kia K8

2025 Kia K8

The New K8 is the cleanest-looking Korean premium saloon to ever come out of Kia's lineup. It's the result of a major redesign of Kia's flagship saloon. The controversial front view has been reskinned with the EV9-styled nose, which became the blueprint for Kia's new design language. The caltrop-styled rear taillights have been revamped, and it now dons squarish wheel designs. This new design proves that today's K8 is coming on clean.

2025 Kia K8 interior

2025 Kia K8 interior

The interior has been heavily revamped for this big minor change with the new dashboard layout, a new floating dual-widescreen driver’s instrument and infotainment display ensemble with ccNC and OTA updates, a new steering wheel design with the KIA logo aligned to the right, dual wireless charging port, Meridian Premium Sound System, Ergo Motion front seats, and Dynamic Ambient Lighting, among others. Even with numerous improvements on the inside, The New K8 is still more than enough to accommodate VIPs, bodyguards, associates, and even CEOs of a big company, not to mention a decent boot space for sensitive goods.

The New K8 comes with a "dynamic escort light" function that lights up from below to welcome and see off occupants as they enter and exit the vehicle. This adds a bit of flashiness to this facelifted model if you catch my drift. It also comes with the Kia Digital Key 2 and the utterly important built-in camera in case of incoming sweet potatoes meddling your way.

2025 Kia K8

The powertrain lineup has been carried over from the pre-facelifted model. On the ICE side, The New K8 is still powered by a choice of two petrol engines and a 3.5L LPG variant which is very cheap to fill. The 2.5L petrol engine produces 198PS of power and 25.3kgf-m of torque while the most powerful of the range, the Smartstream G 3.5 GDi engine, produces 300PS of power and 36.6kgf-m of torque. All are mated to an 8-speed AT, which is operated by a rotary knob selector.

The New K8 Hybrid features a turbocharged 180PS 1.6L petrol engine bolted to a new 47.7kW electric motor and a lithium-ion battery, while mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. As a result, it has a fuel economy of 17.9kmpl.

The New Kia K8 is a front-wheel-drive vehicle that offers a stable ride on the road. The predictive suspension does a good job of smoothing out rough patches as well as its Highway Body Motion Control and Active Load Noise Control for a quieter and more comfortable driving feel. The 3.5L variant has an available all-wheel drive, which gives it even more stability and a ride that's as smooth as an Audi, without the drama. 

The New K8 hybrid variant is even more noticeable than the gasoline model, thanks to the E-Ride and E-Handling systems first seen on the facelifted K5. These systems give the K8 hybrid a sportier ride and handling.

Of course, there's no shortage of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems for this facelift but The New K8 comes with a capacitive sensor-based steering wheel grip detection as well as Vehicle Stability Assistant 2 which now uses a steering angle control method instead of the traditional torque control, improving overall performance. 

The New K8 starts at 37,360,000 Korean Won, which is about $33,000. That's a lot of money, but it's a lot of a car. The New K8 is a luxury car that's designed to compete with the Toyota Crown.

The Kia that started the "Movement that Inspires" movement has turned.

Available Colors: Snow White Pearl, Ivory Silver, Moonscape Matte Grey, Sunset Beige, Interstellar Grey, and Aurora Black Pearl

Photo: KIA

Let's Do The News! (August 9, 2024)

        

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

- The DENR is "soaked" by the lack of action to evict the illegal structures in the Marikina watershed.

- COMELEC Chairman Atty. George Garcia said he received info that the US authorities are holding his predecessor.

- The first-ever UAAP e-sports is about to begin. Players will compete in video games such as NBA 2K from August 13 to 15, Valorant from August 13 to 16, and Mobile Legends Bang Bang from August 17 to 21.

- Typhoon Maria is currently east of Japan and heading north-northeast at a speed of 20 kph. It is expected to make landfall by August 12th.

- Suspended Labour Councilor Ricky Jones is arrested on suspicion of encouraging murder after comments at last week's London counter-protest in response to the Southport attack. Meanwhile, two men are sentenced for violent disorder while the other two rioters are jailed for two years and eight months for violent disorder in Merseyside.

- ABC will host the first televised debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris this September 10th. Trump said he wants another two debates in the same month.

- Muhammad Yunus is sworn in as the head of an interim government in Bangladesh.

- The MITI denies reports on Tesla scrapping ASEAN factory plans because reports of regional plant cancellation are not official. Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul says the MITI never said that Tesla will open a factory in Malaysia but the BEV Global Leaders scheme is open to all.

- A new Dragon Ball 4v4 app game was announced with a regional beta test taking place from August 26 to September 3, 2024.

- Former TopDogg member Park Hyun Ho and Eun Ga Eun confirm their relationship.

- GFRIEND member Kim Sowon has departed from OUI Entertainment.

- Noah Lyles tested positive with COVID-19 shortly after winning bronze in the 200m race.

- Big Hit Music issued a second apology to clarify details about BTS member Suga's drunk driving incident.

TTFN.

Paris 2024 Highlights - Day 14

      

August 8, 2024 - DAY 14

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics continues with Marathon Swimming, Sailing, Sport Climbing, Canoe Sprint, Diving, Weightlifting, Sailing, Wrestling, Hockey, Cycling Track, Athletics, and Taekwondo as the medal matches of the day.

Here are the winners of the day;

• Sharon van Rouwendal (NED) - Women's 10km Marathon Swimming
• Vadlau/Maehr (AUT) - Mixed Dinghy
• Tita/Banti (ITA) - Mixed Multihull
• Veddriq Leonardo (INA) - Men's Speed Sport Climbing
• Liu/Ji (CHN) Men's Canoe Double 500m
• New Zealand - Women's Kayak Four 500m
• Germany - Men's Kayak Four 500m
• Xie Siyi (CHN) - Men's 3m Springboard
• Luo Shifang (CHN) - Women's 59kg
• Eleanor Aldridge (GBR) - Women's Kite
• Saeid Esmaeili Leivesi (IRI) - Men's Greco-Roman 67kg
• Semen Sergeevich Novikov (BUL) 0 Men's Greco-Roman 87kg
• Akari Fujinami - Women's Freestyle 53kg
• Netherlands - Men's Hockey
• Ellesse Andrews (NZL) - Women's Keirin
• Benjamin Thomas (FRA) - Men's Omnium
• Rizki Juniansyah (INA) - Men's 73kg weightlifting
• Tara Davis-Woodhall (USA) - Women's Long Jump
• Arshad Nadeem (PAK) - Men's Javelin Throw
• Letsile Tebogo (BOT) - Men's 200m
• Ulugbek Rashitov (UZB) - Men 068kg Taekwondo
• Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone (USA) - Women's 400m Hurdles
• Kim Yujin (KOR0 - Women -57kg Taekwondo
• Grant Holloway (USA) - Men's 110m Hurdles
• Hasanboy Dusmatov (UZB) - Men's 51kg Boxing
• Chang Yuan (CHN) - Women's 54kg Boxing

Onto the medal tally, Team USA leads with 30 golds out of 103, China in 2nd with 29 golds out of 73, and Australia in 3rd with 18 golds out of 45. Which nation will stand tall as the Paris 2024 Olympics is heading to its final weekend?

For full schedule and results: https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/schedule

Let's Do The News! (August 8, 2024)

       

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

- COMELEC Chairman Atty. George Garcia accuses Smartmatic of funding fake documents.

- The Sy Siblings dominated the Forbes Top 10 Richest Filipinos in 2024 with a net worth of 13 billion USD. Enrique Razon Jr. is in 2nd with $11.1B net worth while former politician Manny Villar is in 3rd with $16.9B net worth. San Miguel boss Ramon Ang, who graced the cover of Forbes Asia's August 2024 issue, is in 4th place with a $3.8B net worth.

LOOK: Inilabas na ng Forbes Asia ang 'Philippines' 50 Richest' list ngayong taon.

Sa talaan ng Forbes, nangunguna pa rin ang magkakapatid na Sy siblings na may net worth na $13 bilyon. DZRH News pic.twitter.com/UMXm1tZAwn

— DZRH NEWS (@dzrhnews) August 8, 2024

- The Court of Appeals released a freeze order on the bank accounts and assets of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy. Quiboloy remains on the run while four other fellow wanted fugitives are still inside the KOJC compound.

- Russian President Vladimir Putin accuses Ukraine of "major provocation" with clashes reported in Russia's Kursk border region. A state of emergency has been declared in the Kursk region of Russia, as a rare cross-border attack by Ukrainian troops has continued for a second day.

- The Nilu 27 Concept was showcased. Designed by Sasha Selipanov, the Nilu27 Concept is powered by a 6.5L V12 natural aspiration engine producing 1070hp of power. Only 15 examples of this track-only vehicle will be built with a road car to follow soon.

Nilu27 Concept

- Maserati is teasing a new vehicle coming at this month's Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.

- Proton is reportedly planning to return to the UK market this decade as part of the AHTV investment with Australia and New Zealand also planned.

- Punirunes Puni2 TV anime will premiere on TV Tokyo this October 6th.

- Disney boss Bob Iger says that Disney+'s password-sharing crackdown will begin this September.

- The NCAA handed Jim Harbaugh a 4-year show-cause for recruiting violations.

- The entire Vienna live shows for Talyor Swift are canceled following the police arrest of two men suspected of planning attacks.

- Comedian Steve Martin says he won't be parodying Tim Walz on Saturday Night Live despite fan demand. 

TTFN.

Paris 2024 Highlights - Day 13

     

August 7, 2024 - DAY 13

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics continues with Sailing, Sport Climbing, Sailing, Weightlifting, Skateboarding, Athletics, Cycling Track, Wrestling, Artistic Swimming, Taekwondo, and Boxing as the medal matches of the day.

Here are this day's winners;

• Marit Bouwmeester (NED) - Women's Dinghy
• Alexandra Miroslaw (POL) - Women's Speed Sport Climbing
• Matt Wearn (AUS) - Men's Dinghy
• Li Fabin (CHN) - Men's 61kg Weightlifting
• Keegan Palmer (USA) - Men's Park Skateboarding
• Nina Kennedy (AUS) - Women's Pole Vault
• Australia - Men's Team Pursuit
• Nao Kusaka (JPN) - Men's Greco-Roman 77kg
• Mohammadhadi Saravi (IRI) - Men's Greco-Roman 97kg
• Sarah Ann Hildebrandt (USA) - Women's Freestyle 50kg
• United States - Women's Team Pursuit
• China - Team Acrobatic Routine
• Hou Zhihui (CHN) - Women's 49kg weightlifting
• Roje Stona (JAM) - Men's Discus Throw
• Panipak Wongpattanakit (THA) - Women -49kg Taekwondo
• Quincy Hall (USA) - Men's 400m Athletics
• Park Taejoon (KOR) Men -58kg Taekwondo
• Soufiane El Bakkali (MAR) - Men's 3000m Steeplechase
• Erislandy Alvarez Borges (CUB) - Men's 63.5kg Boxing
• Oleksandr Khyzhniak (UKR) - Men's 80kg Boxing

The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics has officially begun, and Team USA is off to an amazing start! They are currently in the lead with 27 gold medals out of 94, while Team China is in 2nd place with 25 golds out of 65. Australia is not far behind with 18 golds out of 41. 

Will the Americans stay on top for the duration of the games? Or will Team China have the last laugh? There are still a lot of medals to be won, so anything could happen!

For full schedule and results: https://olympics.com/en/paris-2024/schedule