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Express Tribune
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Karl Urban Steps In as Johnny Cage in First 'Mortal Kombat II' Trailer
Warner Bros. has released the first trailer for Mortal Kombat II, confirming the arrival of Karl Urban as Johnny Cage ahead of the film's release on October 24. The sequel, directed by Simon McQuoid, follows 2021's Mortal Kombat and will continue the story of Earthrealm's fighters as they prepare for the critical Mortal Kombat tournament. The trailer reveals that if Earth's champions fail, Outworld ruler Shao Kahn, played by Martyn Ford, will claim control over Earth. Karl Urban, known for his role in The Boys, joins returning cast members Lewis Tan as Cole Young, Hiroyuki Sanada as Hanzo Hasashi/Scorpion, Tadanobu Asano as Lord Raiden, Mehcad Brooks as Jax, Ludi Lin as Liu Kang, Jessica McNamee as Sonya Blade, and Joe Taslim as Sub-Zero. Adeline Rudolph has been added to the cast as Kitana. The trailer teases intense combat sequences and a deepening storyline, including the continued tension between Scorpion and Sub-Zero. Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon stated that Sanada's Scorpion 'plays a different role' this time, not directly joining Earthrealm's fighters but remaining central to the plot. Boon also discussed Urban's approach to Johnny Cage, describing it as a 'fresh' take on the character while maintaining elements fans expect. He noted that Urban's portrayal explores Cage as a 'washed-up Hollywood guy' thrown into the brutal world of Mortal Kombat, aligning with the franchise's mix of action and character-driven storytelling. Based on the long-running video game series, Mortal Kombat II aims to deliver the franchise's signature blend of martial arts action and fantasy elements when it arrives in cinemas this October 24.
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Mortal Kombat II trailer: Karl Urban ‘acts' his way through a tournament to death, watch
There have been three previous film adaptations of the Mortal Kombat game, and while the franchise is iconic enough to draw audiences to theatres, the movies have never quite lived up to its legacy. The cast of the latest Mortal Kombat film Mortal Kombat II includes Karl Urban, Martyn Ford, Adeline Rudolph, Jessica McNamee, Lewis Tan, Joe Taslim and Hiroyuki Sanada. Even though many fans wanted to see the character Liu Kang as the protagonist of the film, it seems that won't be the case, as Johnny Cage (Karl) will be taking centre stage. The trailer countdown started with a tournament-style voting competition where the viewers had to comment 1 or 2, choosing between two characters put on the screen. The countdown also revealed several fun facts about the cast of the film, like the fact that Sanada reportedly played the game as Scorpion for several hours on end in order to prepare for his role, and Taslim, who plays Sub-Zero, was so skilled in the martial arts department that they struggled to find a stunt double for him. The cutdown also gave a shoutout to legendary voice actor Ed Boon, who holds the Guinness World Record for being the longest-running voice actor. He has been voicing the character of Scorpion in the game since 1992. ALSO READ: WWE takes fans behind the scenes in their new docu-series titled Unreal, watch In the trailer of Mortal Kombat II, a washed up Johnny Cage is invited by Lord Raiden to fight in the Mortal Kombat tournament as we get a glimpse of some iconic characters like Kitana, Shao Kahn, Liu Kang, Jax and Baraka to start things off. While other movies have attempted to tell the story of the game in a more 'serious' way, this version helmed by Simon McQuoid seems to be a more humorous and chaotic take on the story, which honestly makes sense because of the nature of the protagonist Johnny Cage. Make no mistake; the film is still rated R, and the trailer even shows the legendary Scorpion cut through Noob Saibot. The fresh new approach to Mortal Kombat will be hitting theatres on October 24.
Hypebeast
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
Westside Gunn Teases His Saucony Grid Jazz 9 'Scorpion'
Summary Last October,Westside Gunntook to Instagram toannouncehis first sneaker project, partnering withSaucony. We then saw him reveal a colorful, glow-in-the-dark take on theProGrid Triumph 4at the end of 2024. While the two have been quiet since, we now have another design to anticipate. Gunn and Saucony made their presence at Paris Fashion Week known by revealing another collaborative sneaker, theGrid Jazz 9'Scorpion.' Our limited first look at the pair sees the shoe dressed in an attention-commanding red. The monochromatic pair features a wide range of materials, including faux pony hair, textured leather, and suede at the upper. It also sports a large scorpion at the medial midfoot, a motif often used by Gunn's Griselda Records collective. At the time of writing, neither Westside Gunn nor Saucony have indicated when this red 'Scorpion' take on the Grid Jazz 9 will be dropping. Stay tuned for updates, including an official look at the pair, as we expect it to drop alongside additional designs from the new duo in the months to come.
Motor Trend
24-06-2025
- Automotive
- Motor Trend
Pirelli Scorpion XTM Tire Review: Passing the Desert Torture Test?
The Pirelli Scorpion XTM AT is the most rugged offering from the Italian tire maker, and we put it to work in the unforgiving terrain of the Mojave Desert. The Pirelli Scorpion XTM AT tire excels in rugged conditions, proving durable and effective on off-road SUVs like the Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco in the Mojave Desert. It offers strong grip and minimal wear, and is available in multiple sizes, including options for electric vehicles. This summary was generated by AI using content from this MotorTrend article Read Next Pirelli positions the Scorpion XTM as the next step in its Scorpion lineup, just ahead of the Scorpion All-Terrain Plus tire. Where the previous Scorpion might have looked tame, the Scorpion XTM AT glares at you with a chunky sidewall design that hints at the tire's rugged construction. Looking closer at the sidewall reveals another key feature of the Pirelli Scorpion XTM AT—the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol. This means the tire is certified for severe snow service and should perform better than an average tire (accelerating in a straight line) on a packed-snow surface. Tread blocks are spaced to create larger voids than the average all-terrain tire, reinforcing the Scorpion XTM AT's ability to clear itself of mud when it spins. When driving on gravel, a common failure point for tires is when small stones become lodged in the tread and drill into the carcass, a process known as stone drilling. The Scorpion XTM AT has elements built between the treads to eject those stones before they can damage the tire. We put the Scorpion XTM AT to work beneath two popular off-road SUVs: the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited and the Ford Bronco Badlands. Owners of these vehicles often choose tires based on their off-road capability, reliability, and appearance; we sought to evaluate the tire in each of those aspects. When fit inside the wheelwells of the Wrangler and Bronco, the Scorpion XTM AT looked right at home. Where some tires just appear round and black, the Scorpion XTM AT asserts itself as aggressive the moment you lock eyes with its sidewall. We hit the desert—hard. Fifty miles of high-speed dirt track lay ahead of us, and the trail was littered with fist-sized rocks ready to tear into any unlucky sidewalls or tread patches. We dipped into the throttle and sent the SUVs ripping across the desert, free to steer with the rear end on the loose turns. When the rpms settled, we inspected the tires for any signs of chunking, dangling tread elements, or slashes to the sidewalls. This type of terrain has spelled disaster for many tires before, but we were impressed by how the Scorpion XTM AT fared. The tires barely looked used. Pointing the SUVs at a series of rocky hill climbs demonstrated more of the tire's off-road grip. Where some all-terrain tires spin and slip climbing up rocks, the Scorpion XTM AT used its large tread blocks and voids and clawed up every incline. Although it is in no way a sand paddle, we slashed across the dunes with ease. After the tires had seen a full day of relentless off-road punishment, we lapped the Broncos around a cone course in the dirt. No driver was shy about throttle application through the series of tight turns, and every part of the tire took a severe beating. Even after hours of lapping the brutal course, our only quasi-complaint was a few pebbles sneaking between the wheel and the bead—driver error, no fault of the Scorpion XTM AT. Damage report from the treadwear department: The entire fleet of tires looked next to brand-new. No flats, punctures, or sidewall traumas. Even tires on dedicated off-road rigs must behave on pavement, so we listened closely as we stepped up the speeds on the highway for signs of droning or the telltale 'whum, whum, whum' of a mudder passing by. You will hear more noise than your stock equipment if the Scorpion XTM AT replaces a garden-variety all-season tire. However, in the world of aggressive all-terrain tires, nothing is out of the ordinary. What Did We Learn? Our time with the Pirelli Scorpion XTM AT wasn't an instrumented test, we didn't compare the tire to any competing products, and our experience was on new tires for a few hundred miles. This was a chance to experience the tire's strengths and really find out if it would fail. We weren't gentle in any way, and since this gaggle of aggressive drivers didn't encounter so much as a sidewall blemish, it means we now vouch for the Scorpion XTM AT's durability. The Scorpion XTM AT is not just for Jeeps and Broncos. Pirelli offers select sizes of the tire with its Elect technology. This compound promotes low rolling resistance and targets electric vehicle (EV) drivers. We spent time with the Scorpion XTM AT under the Rivian R1S, an electric SUV with upwards of 600 horsepower that weighs more than three tons. Not only did the tire handle the electric SUV's incredible torque on the rocky trails, but it also looked stunning in the wheelwells. It's certainly more aesthetically pleasing than the All-Terrain Plus that was standard on some Rivian vehicles. We hope this new Pirelli will become standard on future Rivians. Pirelli Scorpion XTM AT Sizes The Pirelli Scorpion XTM AT is available now in select sizes and will ultimately be offered in 37 sizes for 17- to 24-inch wheels. Depending on size, you can have the Scorpion with a speed rating of R (106 mph), S (112 mph), or T (118 mph). Off-roaders will find common flotation sizes, as well.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
June full moon in Scorpio 2025: How often is there a strawberry moon? Watch tonight's sky
June's full moon, also known as the rare strawberry moon will appear tonight next to the bright red 'heart of the Scorpion' star, Antares in the constellation Scorpius during a Major Lunar Standstill. Here's what it all means. This month's special strawberry full moon will be the lowest full moon in decades because we are near what's called a Major Lunar Standstill — a phenomenon that occurs every 18.6 years when the moon's orbit is tilted at its maximum angle, reaching its highest and lowest points in the sky. Here's what to know about June's full strawberry moon, the moon phases and the summer solstice. The strawberry moon will reach peak illumination at 3:44 a.m. on June 11, 2025, according to the Almanac. To catch a glimpse, find a location with unobstructed views of the horizon. Click here to see moonrise and moonset times in your area. 🌓 First Quarter: June 2. 🌕 Full Moon: June 11. 🌗 Last Quarter: June 18. 🌑 New Moon: June 25. Similar to April's pink moon, June's strawberry moon gets its name from the seasonal berry harvest, according to the Old Farmer's Almanac. Ripening berries are traditionally ready to be harvested around this time in the northeastern United States. Albeit, while strawberries are in fact a reddish-pink color, the color of the moon is not reflective of the 'strawberry' name, but rather it gets its reddish glow when it is closer to the horizon and the light rays pass through the densest layers of the atmosphere. The June solstice will mark the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere as it heralds the start of the new season of summer, which this year will begin at 10:42 p.m. ET on June 20, 2025. The July full moon, known as the buck moon, will be visible on July 10, 2025. This article originally appeared on Erie Times-News: June full moon 2025: What time will tonight's strawberry moon appear
