FIA WEC S13 - Qatar 1812km

The 13th season of the FIA World Endurance Championship has officially begun. The new season is packed with interesting grid additions in both classes. Aston Martin's Valkyrie AMR-LMH makes its Hypercar Class debut, and Mercedes-AMG joins the LMGT3 Class fray.

The first campaign of the 2025 season is at Lusail, the sacred venue of the F1 Qatar Grand Prix. The Qatar 1812km endurance race will take place from sunrise to sundown, and new and returning drivers will have to endure 1812km of asphalt racing action. This race saw the Valkyrie AMR's WEC debut in disaster when the #007 car retired early and the #009 car flung one of its doors off. It was followed by two Cadillac cars colliding under the safety car, and the #77 Mustang GT3 caught fire.

Screengrab from WEC

After a grueling Qatar opener, Ferrari swept the podium for the first time in WEC history with the #50 FERRARI AF CORSE 499P the winner, the #83 the second placer, and the #51, which set this race's fastest lap in 1:41.259, finished 3rd. The #33 TF SPORT Corvette Z06 GT3.R wins the LMGT3 class.

The next race is the 6 Hours of Imola this April 20th, 2025.

How to dress as the Ave Mujica members

It's the BanG Dream! franchise's 10th anniversary today and let's celebrate with some quick instructions on how to be one of the members of Ave Mujica, the girls' band group starring in the recent BanG Dream! Ave Mujica TV series.

BanG Dream! Ave Mujica

The band Ave Mujica was formed at the end of the "BanG Dream! It's MyGO!!!!!" TV anime and this mysterious girl band have one goal: to prove "MyGO!!!!!" wrong.

As the series nears its climax and with anime convention season drawing near, you better start planning on how to be one of your favorite Ave Mujica members.

As Doloris - Uika Misumi is a first-year high school student at Hanasakigawa Girls' High School and a part of the idol unit "Sumimi". She is in charge of lyrics for Ave Mujica as Doloris, meaning "pain". Just a semi-blond light blond hair would do the trick as long as it matches Doloris' style.

As Mortis - Mutsumi Wakaba is a first-year student at Tsukinomori Girls High. She is in the same class as MyGO!!!!!'s Soyo Nagasaki but she's not good at making expressions and communicating. Her father is a popular comedian and her mother is a famous actress. She is a guitarist named Mortis, meaning "death". To become Mortis, it's best to find a long greenish+whitish wig and match Mortis' hairstyle.

As Timoris - Umiri Yahata is a first-year high school student at Hanasakigawa Girls' High School. Her bass skills are on par with those of a professional, and she supports 30 bands at the same time. As Timoris, meaning "fear", she does all the behind-the-scenes work, such as coordinating the schedules of the band members. A simple semi-long black hair should do the trick as long as it matches Timoris' style.

As Amoris - Nyamu Yutenji is a content creator who specializes in beauty-related videos such as makeup videos but she is trying different genres to broaden her horizons. She is the drummer of Ave Mujica named Amoris, meaning "love". Amoris dons a short dark lavender hairdo so it shouldn't be a problem for you to find one. Makeup is a necessity because Amoris does this kind of gig.

As Oblivionis - Sakiko Togawa is a first-year high school student at Haneoka Girls' High School and her family runs a conglomerate. She is the mastermind of Ave Mujica with the determination to take responsibility for the lives of all its members. She devotes herself to protecting the worldview of Ave Mujica. Oblivionis' hair is a long sky-blue one with twin tails on it. If you have that kind of wig, make sure it matches Oblivionis's hairstyle.

Matching the hairstyles of every Ave Mujica member is challenging, but you'll eventually master it. Once the hairstyles are decided, feel free to decide on their outfits. Don't be shy. You deserve to cosplay as one of your favorite Ave Mujica girls. Whether by yourself or with friends, it's your choice.

The die is cast. Release the dark side from within and be one with Ave Mujica.

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

    

                                        

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

- House Assistant Majority Leader and Manila Rep. Ernix Dionisio Jr. firmly believes that Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s ban on Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators or POGOs contributed greatly to the Philippines' removal from the Financial Action Task Force's money laundering watchlist.

- Senate President Francis Escudero simply ignored Malacañang's comments on how to expedite the impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte.

- The Malacañang has stood by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s position regarding China's call to remove America's Typhoon missile from the South China Sea. According to Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Usec. and Palace Press Officer Atty. Claire Castro, the President's stance on this matter remains unchanged. He said that if China wants to make demands, President Marcos also has conditions.

- US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer held talks at the White House. The UK plans to surrender the sovereignty of the Chagos Island while keeping a joint UK-US base there.

- The BBC apologizes for "serious flaws" over its Gaza documentary and says there are "no plans" to air it again in its current form.

- Forza Horizon 5 for PlayStation5 will arrive this April 29, 2025, but Premium Edition purchasers have early access this April 25, 2025, alongside the new Horizon Realms feature and the available Nissan Retro Rides Car Pack featuring the Nissan PAO, Nissan S-Cargo, Nissan Figaro, and the Nissan Be-1.

- As production of the ICE-powered Alpine A110 ends this 2026, a series of 70th-anniversary special models for the outgoing A110 were released such as the A110 R 70 and the A110 GTS.

2025 Alpine A110
2025 Alpine A110 GTS
2025 Alpine A110 R 70

- The recent Pokémon Day presentation announced the development of a new game titled Pokémon Champions. Additionally, the Pokémon Legends Z-A game for the Nintendo Switch is set to be released in late 2025. Furthermore, the Netflix original series Pokémon Concierge will return with new episodes in September 2025.

- The list of winners of the 2025 Korean Music Awards.

- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are reinstating Super Bowl-winning former head coach Jon Gruden into the team's Ring of Honor.

TTFN

POPIGENIC

Hot on the heels of the BanG Dream franchise's 10th anniversary, the band that started it all, Poppin'Party, is back with their third album titled POPIGENIC.

POPIGENIC

The album features a total of 12 songs, including new tracks such as "雨上がり、キミと" ("After the Rain, You"), "Hanasaku Mirai ni" ("To a Blooming Future"), and "DOKI DOKI SCARY," all of which enhance the story of the smartphone game "BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!" Additionally, it includes the energetic rock song "TARINAI," which gained popularity during live performances, and "Introduction," written by Ayase. This album showcases the broad range of musicality that makes Poppin'Party (Popipa) so appealing.

Among these tracks, the standout song is "Tomorrow's Door," created to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Popipa's formation. This heart-throbbing piece is filled with sparkling moments and exciting references, including a motif from their first song, "Yes! BanG_Dream!"

The limited edition of the album includes a Blu-ray featuring footage from Poppin'Party LIVE 2024: "Poppin'Canvas ~Autumn of Art, Autumn of Music!~," held at Kawaguchiko Stella Theater on Monday, October 14th, 2024 (a national holiday).

This album is a must-have for the Bandori fanatics who still have a heart for Poppin'Party while getting ready for the BanG Dream franchise's 10th anniversary this 2025.

TRACK LISTINGS:

1.Tomorrow's Door

2.イントロダクション

3.TARINAI

4.DOKI DOKI SCARY

5.Photograph

6.夏に閉じこめて

7.ぽっぴん'どりーむ！

8.星の約束

9.新しい季節に

10.トレモロアイズ

11.雨上がり、キミと

12.花咲く未来に

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

   

                                        

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

- Senate Secretary Renato Bantug Jr. that he is ready to prosecute Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte. Bantug is aware that his duties as clerk of the impeachment court will be onerous.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) is still verifying the authenticity and context of the allegedly leaked memorandum related to the issue of the PNP convoy passing through the EDSA bus lane. According to the PNP, they remain committed to transparency, accountability, and integrity in all their operations and communications.

- The Commission on Elections, together with various survey firms, launched the Task Force on Regulation and Enforcement of Survey Practices for Election Credibility and Transparency.

- Several federal agencies across the United States are facing layoffs as part of the shakeup by the Trump administration.

- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer repeats call for US security guarantee for Ukraine to deter Putin as he prepares to meet President Donald Trump in Washington.

- Andrew and Tristan Tate, given a travel ban while facing rape, money laundering, and trafficking allegations, have left Romania, according to reports.

- F1 Academy named TAG Heuer as its official timekeeper. In addition, Aiva Anagnostiadis joins the grid as a HiTech team driver with the backing of TAG Heuer.

- The Pokemon franchise teams up with Honda to create a moving replica of the legendary Pokemon Koraidon.

- New character additions for the Himitsu no AiPri TV anime's second season were announced. The new season casts Eri Kitamura as Ring Clover, Rio Tsuchiya as Julia Igarashi, Rina Kawaguchi as Elle Rokudo, Tatsuyuki Kobayashi as Subaru Nanaura, Kirara Omori as Otome Nanaura, and Momoka Terasawa as Bibi Hachioji. Season 2 premieres this April 6 on TV Tokyo at its new timeslot; 0930 Japan Time.

- The Fire Force TV anime's final season premieres this April 4th.

- BBC's Doctor Who Season 2 premieres this April 12th on BBC iPlayer in the UK and on Disney+ worldwide. The new season adds Alan Cumming as the voice of the villainous cartoon character Mr. Ring-a-Ding.

- Hollywood legend Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead, according to police.

- Actress Michelle Trachtenberg, known for her roles in The Adventures of Pete & Pete, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Gossip Girl, passed away at the age of 39.

TTFN.

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

  

                                        

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

- The Philippine National Police Anti-Kidnapping Group (PNP-AKG) in collaboration with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO) successfully rescued a kidnapped 14-year-old student studying at a high-end private school in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig.

- The Police Regional Office Bangsamoro has formed a Special Investigation Task Group "Vice Mayor Samama" to ensure the speedy delivery of justice in the shooting of Vice Mayor Mohammad Omar Samama on Monday. According to PRO BAR Regional Director BGen. Romeo Macapaz, the SITG will focus on gathering information that will pave the way for resolving the case and identifying those responsible for the incident.

- The COMELEC expects to increase areas of concern as the elections proceed this May 12th.

- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has rescued 14 people aboard the MBCA Ayoshi Kim Rin 8 that sank in the ocean between Balicasag Island and Panglao, Bohol, based on the latest PCG report.

- A Ukrainian official says the terms of the minerals deal with the US agreed. The US is seeking access to Ukraine's rare earth minerals in exchange Kyiv wants security.

- Hennessey released an 850HP Super Venom tuning kit for the seventh-generation Ford Mustang GT and Dark Horse. Only 91 models will be commissioned with prices starting at $149,950.

- The 2025 F1 Academy season will reintroduce Reverse Grid races. The structure of the race weekend will remain consistent with that of 2024, featuring up to two Free Practice sessions, one Qualifying session, and two Races. In this setup, Race 1 will utilize a reverse grid format. The starting grid for Race 1 will be determined by reversing the top eight drivers from the Qualifying classification. All other drivers will start based on their qualifying positions. Points will be awarded to the top eight finishers, and an additional point will be given to the driver who records the fastest lap time among the top eight classified drivers.

- Diana Taurasi, WNBA's all-time leading scorer, announces retirement.

- NBA legend LeBron James and his son Bronny deny claims in a car-crash lawsuit.

- The BBC apologized for missed opportunities to tackle "bullying and misogynistic behavior" by DJ Tim Westwood.

- A 37-year-old male admits stalking Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas over six years.

- The Belo Medical Group won a lawsuit against its former executive.

- The MGI acquired the Miss Universe Thailand franchise for 180 million baht. The company will stage Miss Universe Thailand for five years.

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

 

                                        

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

- The Bureau of Immigration (BI) is cooperating with government agencies regarding the incident of the abduction of a student and his driver at a British School in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. During the National Press Club's weekly forum Meet the Press, Immigration Spokesman Dana Sandoval said they are investigating whether the abduction of the 14-year-old student is related to the POGO operation.

- The Philippine National Police (PNP) has intensified its campaign against illegal POGOs in compliance with President Bongbong Marcos' directive to implement the POGO total ban.

- Congressmen members of the Makabayan bloc called on President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to immediately call a special session of Congress so that the Senate can convene as an impeachment court to conduct the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

- Former Labour MP Mike Amesbury was jailed for 10 weeks after he punched a man in the street in Cheshire, England, last year.

- Nicole Havrda joins the F1 Academy grid under the American Express banner. Havrda is one of the drivers of the new Hitech Grand Prix team.

- KGM revived the Musso name for its first-ever EV pickup truck coming soon.

- BMW unveiled the special M4 CS VR46 Edition in honor of its driver Valentino Rossi. Only 46 units will be made and customers will have a chance to meet Valentino Rossi himself.

2025 BMW M4 CS VR46 Edition

- WRC drivers hit back on the FIA's swearing ban, slamming it as "unacceptable". Adrien Fourmaux was fined 10K euros for violating the swearing ban.

- Rivian unveiled California Dune editions of the R1T and the R1S range.

- The Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX TV series airs this April 8th.

- KPOP group KARD canceled the North American leg of their NEW ERA tour.

- Broadcaster Al Trautwig, 68, dies from complications of cancer.

- Cleveland Guardians owner Lawrence Dolan dies at 94.

- Along with his family and former teammates like Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, Andre Iguodala was honored by the Golden State Warriors when his No. 9 jersey was retired at the Chase Center.

- R&B legend Roberta Flack, known for the hit song Killing Me Softly, passed away at 88.

- Former Tahanang Pinakamasaya presenter Mavy Legaspi addresses critics following the announcement as one of the presenters of the Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition.

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