SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea has officially announced its decision to shut down some of its diplomatic missions overseas, causing speculation that the move is a result of the country’s economic difficulties due to ongoing international sanctions, according to South Korean authorities. Prior to this announcement, the South Korean government revealed that North …
On the night of September 1, 2023, Iranian households experienced something truly extraordinary – a live broadcast of a Saudi Pro League soccer game. This was a significant moment considering the historical animosity between the two nations, which prevented their football teams from playing each other. However, times have changed, and so has the dynamics …
For nearly half a century, American policy toward Taiwan has been rooted in the belief that both sides of the Taiwan Straits view themselves as part of the same nation, with their only disagreement being who should govern and how and when reunification should occur. However, this assertion is not only false but widely recognized …
Fans are hailing the gruesome Korean drama Bargain as the next Squid Game, showcasing the dark world of organ harvesting. The series, now streaming on Paramount+, won Best Screenplay at the Canneseries Festival this year, making it the first Korean series to receive such recognition. However, Bargain is not for the faint-hearted, featuring sex scams, …
Scientists have recently unveiled a list of the top 20 countries with the highest number of towns and cities prone to potentially deadly flooding caused by climate change. This is concerning because instead of moving away from flood-prone areas, settlements are expanding into them, putting lives at risk. The Netherlands takes the lead on the …
Travis King, the young American soldier who crossed the border on foot from South Korea into North Korea in July, is now back in U.S. custody, according to U.S. officials. North Korea had previously announced that it would expel King, claiming he had entered the country illegally. King was first sent across North Korea’s border …
In a surprising turn of events, North Korean state media recently announced the imminent expulsion of a U.S. Army service member who had crossed into the country back in July. The individual in question, Travis King, was originally stationed in South Korea and made a daring sprint across the border between North Korea and South …
On the last fateful morning of Shinzo Abe’s life, the former prime minister arrived in the historic city of Nara, known for its ancient pagodas and revered deer. However, he wasn’t there to bask in the city’s architectural wonders; instead, he was headed to a bustling urban intersection opposite the main train station. It was …
A summer resurgence in Covid cases has led to the reintroduction of face mask rules in some GP surgeries. This decision comes after the detection of a new variant. One practice in Leicester reinstated the guidance as a precautionary measure to protect vulnerable patients, while another in Essex did the same due to an increasing …
Title: President Biden Heads to G20 Summit in India Amidst Controversy and Uncertainty Meta Description: President Joe Biden departs for the G20 Leaders Summit in New Delhi, India amidst speculation and criticism. Find out the latest updates and potential outcomes of the summit. Date: September 8, 2023 President Joe Biden embarked on his journey to …