The Oppa Chronicles

Hangzhou, China — A young swimming instructor in Hangzhou has taken social media by storm after videos of him teaching kids at the pool circulated online, with many netizens — especially mothers — captivated by his youthful charm and striking physique. The instructor, known only by his surname Chen, works part-time at the Hangzhou Chenjinglun Sports School, a prestigious training center that has produced Chinese Olympic athletes like swimmer Sun Yang and badminton player Chen Yufei. The 18-year-old, who just graduated high school, is set to attend Nanjing Sport Institute, a well-known sports university. Videos of Chen, often showing him in colorful swim trunks and at times shirtless, were mostly captured and shared by the parents — particularly the mothers — of his young students, aged 4 to 5. What began as casual documentation of their children’s swimming lessons quickly exploded into a nationwide social media trend. Many mothers joked online about ...

Riyadh, July 19, 2025 – Prince Al‑Waleed bin Khalid bin Talal Al Saud, widely known as Saudi Arabia’s “Sleeping Prince,” has passed away today at the age of 36. He had remained in a coma for nearly 20 years following a 2005 car accident in London that left him severely brain-injured. A student at a military college in London at the time, Prince Al‑Waleed suffered a critical brain hemorrhage. Since then, he was cared for at King Abdulaziz Medical City in Riyadh, maintained on life support and surrounded by international medical professionals. Despite occasional slight movements, he never regained consciousness. His father, Prince Khalid bin Talal, remained devoted to his care, firmly rejecting medical advice to discontinue treatment. “With hearts confident in Allah’s will and decree… we mourn our beloved son,” Prince Khalid wrote on X, announcing his son’s passing. Funeral Arrangements Funeral prayers will be held on July 20 after Asr prayer at Imam T...

Seoul, July 10, 2025 – Moon “Taeil” Tae‑il, a 31‑year‑old former member of NCT, has been sentenced to three and a half years in prison by the Seoul Central District Court for the aggravated sexual assault of an intoxicated Chinese tourist. According to court records, Taeil and accomplices surnamed Lee and Hong met the victim in June last year at a bar in Itaewon. After she became heavily intoxicated, the trio forcibly transported her in a taxi to Lee’s residence in Bangbae‑dong, Seocho‑gu, where the assault occurred. The court convicted all three under the “special quasi‑rape” statute—applicable when multiple perpetrators sexually assault a victim who is unconscious or unable to resist—and each received a 3.5‑year sentence. They were taken into custody immediately after the July 10 verdict and must complete a 40‑hour sexual‑violence treatment program. Additionally, they are prohibited from working with children or youths for five years. Prosecutors had sought a ...

The South Korean entertainment industry is mourning the sudden loss of actress Kang Seo Ha, who passed away on July 14, 2025, following a battle with cancer. She was 31. Kang Seo Ha, who debuted in 2012, was known for her roles in several Korean dramas including Seonam Girls High School Investigators, Assembly, First Love, Again, The Flower in Prison, and Heart Surgeons. Her agency confirmed that despite her illness, she remained dedicated to acting and recently completed filming for the movie In the Net, which is now expected to be her final on-screen appearance. A memorial altar has been set up at Room 8 of Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital in Banpo-dong, where friends, family, and fans are paying their respects. The funeral will be held on July 16 at 7:40 a.m., followed by cremation. Her ashes will be laid to rest in her family's hometown in Haman, South Gyeongsang Province. Kang Seo Ha was remembered by colleagues as talented, kind-hearted, and passionate about her craft. S...

Daniel from I-LAND, once the bright and youthful trainee that captured the hearts of viewers, is almost unrecognizable today. After failing to secure a spot in the final lineup of ENHYPEN, Daniel stepped away from the spotlight. Years later, he returned, not as the same cheerful boy fans remembered, but as someone completely transformed — now going by the name Kyuded. When Daniel reappeared on social media as Kyuded, fans were quick to notice how much his appearance had changed. The clean and polished look he had during I-LAND was gone. In its place stood someone who looked thinner, more rugged, and visibly tired. His sharp features, often accompanied by a worn-out gaze, made fans question what he had gone through in the years of his absence. What shocked people even more was his raw, unfiltered presence online. There was no effort to maintain the idol image anymore — no stylist, no makeup, no curated persona. Kyuded appeared rough around the edges, ...

Nanjing, China — July 2025 A disturbing case has rocked Chinese social media after a 38-year-old man, surnamed Jiao, was arrested for allegedly disguising himself as a woman and secretly filming sexual encounters with over 1,000 men. Widely known online as “Red Uncle” or “Sister Hong”, Jiao used makeup, wigs, and women’s clothing to appear female while connecting with men through social media and dating apps. Police in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, confirmed Jiao’s arrest on July 5, charging him with the illegal production and dissemination of obscene material, as well as violating privacy laws. Hidden cameras were reportedly found in his home, where many of the videos were recorded and later distributed in paid private chat groups. While early internet rumors claimed the number of victims reached 1,600, authorities clarified that such figures remain unverified, but confirmed that the number exceeds 1,000 and investigations are still ongoing. The case has drawn national attent...