The episode recaps the calamities that tested Filipinos' strength and faith, including typhoons and earthquakes.

The report also includes the controversial and still unresolved P10-billion pork barrel scam, in which names of some lawmakers have been dragged.

It also discusses other trending topics that made a buzz throughout the year, which include a bundle of comic and annoying stories, triumphs, and inspirations.

Meanwhile, Ted gives an update on the program’s ongoing classroom-building project in San Fernando Elementary School in Tacloban City, which was recently devastated by super typhoon Yolanda.

Don’t miss “Failon Ngayon” this Saturday (Dec 28), 4:45 PM, after "SOCO" on ABS-CBN with a replay on ANC every Sunday, 2PM. For updates, like its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/failon.ngayon.fanpage and follow its Twitter account via @Failon_Ngayon. Tweet your thoughts and reaction this weekend using the hashtag #FN and #FailonNgayon.