Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy

Based on a megahit webtoon series, the world of Omniscient Reader comes to life on the big screen. It’s the end of the world as he reads it...unless he can stop it.

Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy

Starring Ahn Hyo Seop (K-POP Demon Hunters), Lee Min Ho (The King: Eternal Monarch), Chae Soo Bin, Shin Seung-ho, Nana (GLITCH), and Kwon Eun Seong. The live-action movie adaptation of the megahit webtoon features Ahn Hyo Seop as Kim Dok Ja. One fateful day, the novel he frequently read, titled How to Survive the Apocalypse, became a reality. To avert the apocalypse as happened in the novel, Dok Ja teams up with the novel's protagonist, Yoo Joong Hyuk, played by Lee Min Ho, and races against time to alter the ending by all means.

For fans of the hit webtoon, it's disappointing not to see Dok Ja wearing his iconic white coat in the movie, which is one of the drawbacks of this live-action adaptation. However, Lee Min Ho's portrayal of Yoo Joong Hyuk truly stands out. Staying true to the webtoon’s roots, this movie delivers an all-out action thriller as the countdown to disaster begins. It is a gripping rollercoaster ride all the way to the end of the movie, although it feels annoying that a movie adaptation of a popular webtoon ended up getting a pat on the head by most anime websites for no reason. 

Whatever the reason, this movie is a must-watch Korean film for the summer. If you're a fan of the webtoon it’s based on or the main characters, you’ll likely be drawn to Hyo Seop, who transitions from playing the villainous leader of the Saja Boys, Jinu, to the role of Kim Dok Ja. Be sure to check it out!

Let's Do The News! (July 23, 2025)

                        

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

- Tropical Depression Emong has entered the Philippine Area of Responsibility. Meanwhile, another Low Pressure Area has been monitored.

- Parts of Metro Manila are placed under "state of calamity" due to the habagat caused by Typhoons Crising and Dante.

- Philippine President Bongbong Marcos has returned to the country after his three-day state visit to the US.

- Two ex-bankers who were jailed for rigging interest rates get convictions quashed after a decade-old court battle.

- Two were killed and two were hurt after a shootout in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland.

- Microsoft is collaborating with the French government to create a digital replica of the Notre-Dame Cathedral. 

- The Opel/Vauxhall Mokka GSE was unveiled. The FF-only EV powertrain was boosted to produce 280PS of power.

2026 Vauxhall Mokka GSE

- JAS Motorsport is building a sports car with a design by Pininfarina.

- The Acura Integra was updated for the 2026 Model Year.

2026 Acura Integra

- The D4DJ franchise named Iroha Sakurada as the voice of Saori Hidaka.

- The Pokémon franchise announced a new slapstick cartoon coming in 2027, produced by Aardman and featuring Pokémon Sirfetch'd and Pichu. It also revealed a new Pokémon Friends puzzle game, a new PokePark Kanto attraction, and more.

- The cast of the upcoming second season of the Netflix series All of Us Are Dead has been announced.

- BBC will air new episodes of MasterChef featuring sacked presenters Gregg Wallace and John Torode.

- Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne passed away at the age of 76.

TTFN.

Let's Do The News! (July 22, 2025)

                       

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

- The Philippine Department of Health (DOH) has urged the public to take precautions against diseases during this rainy season, particularly in light of recent flooding in various parts of the country. The DOH emphasizes the importance of ensuring that drinking water is clean and free from contamination, particularly in light of the heavy rains and flooding. They warn that water can become contaminated due to broken pipelines and sewer systems submerged in floodwaters, potentially leading to diseases such as cholera, diarrhea, and leptospirosis.

- The number of individuals affected by the strong rains triggered by the Habagat due to Typhoon Crising has reached over 1.3 million, according to the OCD. Over 200 areas across Metro Manila are flooded, according to the MMDA.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered the suspension of the posting of SONA-related materials in public places. In this regard, the President directed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and other concerned agencies to focus on flood response and relief operations.

- Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. affirmed the strong relationship between the Philippines and the United States in the field of defense and security. During a meeting with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at the Pentagon in Virginia, USA, the President said that the two countries are not just a simple alliance, but an “evolving partnership” that encompasses many areas. According to the President, Hegseth’s visit to Manila in March was symbolic, sending a clear message of America’s continued solidarity with the Philippines amid escalating tensions in the region.

- A Bangladesh Air Force jet crashed into a school in Dhaka, killing 16 people.

- UK and 25 other countries condemn "horrifying" killing of hundreds of Gazans trying to access Israel's aid operation.

- Eleven undocumented immigrants were arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

- Meta's Threads added a new feature allowing users to mark words as "spoiler" before posting.

- Kenton Koch has immediately left Team Korthoff with four races left in the IMSA SportsCar Championship season.

- MODHAUS responds to allegations against IDNTT member Hwang Bo Min Gyeol as he halts his activities temporarily in response.

- Your first look at the upcoming Predator Badlands movie, coming this November 7, 2025.

- Former NFLPA boss Lloyd Howell Jr. resigned his part-time consulting job with The Carlyle Group.

TTFN.

Acura ADX

The Acura ADX crossover is the brand's first entry-level crossover and is priced starting at $35,000, making it more expensive than the Integra. This pricing presents a challenging value proposition, especially considering that the ADX is essentially based on the Honda ZR-V.

2025 Acura ADX

Your first impression of the Acura ADX is the exterior design, and by the looks of it, the ADX mimics its big brothers, the RDX and the MDX, making it a victim of the Russian doll effect that most luxury carmakers practice nowadays. Nothing to get excited about.

2025 Acura ADX interior

Because the ADX is basically a Honda ZR-V underneath, the interior is identical to its relative as well. Behind the wheel, the ADX is loaded with a Google-powered sat-nav with smartphone connectivity as well as available amenities such as wireless charging, wi-fi hotspot, and BANG & OLUFSEN Sound System. As far as spacing is concerned, it's about as comfortable as its ZR-V relative, and with the rear seats folded down, it has up to 55.1 cu.ft of cargo space. Good for almost everything life throws at it.

2025 Acura ADX

Under the hood, the Acura ADX is powered by the same 1.5L VTEC TURBO as the Honda ZR-V. It produces 190HP of power and 179lb-ft of torque. Because it's mated to a CVT, the fuel rating is around 28MPG combined.

In its FF guise, the ADX feels normal to drive, but with the Realtime AWD system, the ZR-V feels capable almost everywhere. Not as exciting as expected, but it sure knows how to keep its act even when the Integrated Dynamics System is set to Sport Mode.

To rub some common sense, the ADX features AcuraWatch, a range of advanced driver-assist systems consisting of autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, auto high beam, adaptive driving beam, traffic jam assist, and false start suppression, among many others.

The Acura ADX might be more like a Honda ZR-V underneath, featuring design elements reminiscent of its larger siblings and offering performance that belies its classification as a luxury compact crossover SUV. Ultimately, it’s all about practicality. Nothing else.

Available Colors: Adriatic Sea Blue, Solar Silver Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, Milano Red, Platinum White Pearl, and Urban Gray Pearl.

Photo: Acura

Let's Do The News! (July 21, 2025)

                      

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

- Nearly four thousand undocumented Filipinos in the United States are doomed to be deported back to the Philippines after being listed in the final removal list by the US ICE.

- The water level in the Marikina River reaches 17.3 meters; second alarm raised.

- Pasig City Regional Trial Court Branch 159 has denied the bail petition of Pastor Apollo Quiboloy, leader of the Kingdom of Jesus Christ, concerning the case of qualified human trafficking.

- A free trade agreement between the Philippines and the US is highly unlikely. Still, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (also known as Bongbong Marcos) will negotiate with US President Donald Trump on key issues during his state visit.

- As of 3:00pm Manila Time, a Low Pressure Area (LPA) was located 1,220km East of Southeastern Luzon. While another Low Pressure Area (LPA) was located 40km East of Calayan. The Philippines is also affected by the Southwest Monsoon.

- Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba vows to stay on after his ruling party tasted defeat in yesterday's elections as voters swung right.

- The next total lunar eclipse is coming this September 7 or 8, 2025. It is the second lunar eclipse of 2025.

- US President Donald Trump says his team will visit India next month for another round of US-India trade talks.

- The boss of Ubisoft, Yves Guillemot, rejected pleas from the "Stop Killing Games" movement, saying that "multiplayer games are ultimately a service that lasts for a period of time, and they must end eventually."

- WOODZ was officially discharged from the military.

- Scottie Scheffler wins the Open Championship.

- NFLPA chief officer JC Tretter steps down amid union overhaul.

- The Trump administration threatens the stadium deal for Washington's NFL team if it doesn't revert to the old name of the Redskins, which is considered offensive to Native Americans. Trump said he wants Cleveland's baseball team to revert to its former name, the Indians.

TTFN.

2025 NASCAR Cup Series - AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400

NASCAR's In-Season Challenge is ongoing with the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 taking place in Dover. The drivers who have advanced to Round 4 of the challenge are Ty Dillon, Ty Gibbs, Tyler Reddick, and John Hunter Nemechek. The question now is: who will make it to the final round of the In-Season Challenge?

As the green flag waved, the action in The Monster Mile commenced. The first stage saw issues for Shane Van Gisbergen and a caution at Lap 35. As Chase Elliott wins Stage 1, Stage 2 belongs to Christopher Bell. As for the final stage, a yellow flag-triggering rainfall and an overtime-triggering accident explain it all.

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After an intense overtime chance, Denny Hamlin, not in the bracket, wins the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 of the NASCAR Cup Series! Ty Gibbs and Ty Dillon are going to clash in the final round of the In-Season Challenge.

Who will take home a million dollars, Ty Gibbs or Ty Dillon? Find out as the NASCAR In-Season Challenge Championship Round occurs at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Brickyard 400 presented by PPG on July 27, 2025.

NTT IndyCar Series 2025 - Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto

IndyCar travels to Canada for the Ontario Honda Dealers Indy Toronto, held on the streets of Toronto. Despite the ongoing economic tensions between the US and Canada, the series is hosting its only street race on Canadian soil. 

The #14 AJ Foyt car has been withdrawn because repairs could not be completed in time, and Nolan Siegel is stepping in as he recovers from his collision in Iowa.

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After an intense street racing event in Toronto, Pato O'Ward is making headlines again with his recent victory over Rinus Veekay. However, the biggest surprise in Toronto is Kyffin Simpson's first-ever podium finish, securing third place.

There are only 4 races left this season, and with the gap between Pato O'Ward and leader Alex Palou now 30 points apart, it's too close to call. The next race is the Java House Grand Prix of Monterey in Laguna Seca this July 27, 2025.