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S.Korea, US, Japan stage anti-submarine drills amid N.Korea tension: SEOUL (Reuters): The navies of South Korea, the United States and Japan staged trilateral ...
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North Korea fired two ballistic missiles off east coast, South says: SEOUL — North Korea fired two ballistic missiles off its east coast on Thursday ...
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S.Korea, US, Japan stage anti-submarine drills amid N.Korea tension: SEOUL (Reuters): The navies of South Korea, the United States and Japan staged trilateral ...
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North Korea fired two ballistic missiles off east coast, South says: SEOUL — North Korea fired two ballistic missiles off its east coast on Thursday ...
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Shōgun: Limited Series | Rotten Tomatoes: Set in Japan in the year 1600, Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents ...
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Quick Glance: Epic Series: Shōgun
- Lord Yoshii Toranaga fights against his enemies as a mysterious European ship is found marooned on Japan's coast.
- Critics praise Shōgun for its visual beauty and cultural authenticity as an epic adaptation.
- Episodes depict the convergence of destinies in Japan, intrigues, and alliances in a feudal Japanese setting.
- The series receives mixed reviews, with some criticizing the plot and character development, while others find it fascinating and powerful.
China’s EV supply chain dominance risks ‘collapse’ of US subsidies, warns South Korea
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Quick Glance: South Korea Warns of Collapse of US Subsidies Due to Chinese EV Supply Chain Dominance
- China’s grip on the EV supply chain threatens US subsidies, warns South Korea.
- South Korea warns that China’s control over a crucial battery material will make it nearly impossible for any electric vehicle makers to qualify for President Joe Biden's subsidy scheme.
- The United States announced last week that they will provide up to $6.4 billion in federal subsidies to the South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics, investing $40 billion in its Texas facilities for cutting-edge logic chips, advanced packaging, and next-generation chip technology research and development.
Princess Aiko makes debut at imperial garden party: The princess joined the party hosted by the emperor and empress at the Akasaka Imperial Gardens after ...
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North Korea is evading sanctions by animating Max and Amazon shows: Thousands of exposed files on North Korean server tell the tale.
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Is South Korea’s economic miracle over?: Decades of growth are tapering off as the country struggles to reform its model and reduce its dependence on ...
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Quick Glance: The Future of South Korea's Economy: An Analysis
- South Korea's economy is facing challenges as the country strives to adapt its traditional growth model and reduce its reliance on manufacturing.
- A massive investment in chip factories in Yongin aims to strengthen the position of South Korea's semiconductor industry, while economists express concerns about future growth.
- With an aging population and declining productivity, South Korea is at risk of economic challenges as the government clings to proven growth drivers.
- South Korean companies must assert themselves in a changing global economic landscape and increase their innovation capacity to secure future growth.
'Male' hippo in Japan zoo found to be female after 7 years: A DNA test was carried out because Gen-chan did not display typical male hippo behaviour.
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South Korea men's soccer team falls to Indonesia, misses Paris Olympics: DOHA, Qatar (AP) -- South Korea will miss the men's soccer tournament at the ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea's Olympic Qualification Hopes Dashed by Indonesia Defeat
- South Korea's men's soccer team will miss out on the Olympic football tournament for the first time since 1984 after a loss to Indonesia in the Under-23 Asian Cup quarterfinals that went to a penalty shootout.
- Indonesia secured a spot in the last four teams by winning the penalty shootout 11-10, with the game ending 2-2 after extra time.
- Despite Jeong Sang-bin's equalizer with 14 minutes left, and being down to 10 players due to a red card for Lee Young-jun, Lee Kang-hee missed his shot in the shootout, allowing Pratama Arhan to score the winning goal.
- Japan emerged victorious against host Qatar in a 4-2 extra-time win, maintaining their path towards an eighth consecutive Olympic appearance. Saudi Arabia will face Uzbekistan, and Iraq will meet Vietnam. The fourth-placed team will have a playoff against Guinea in May to secure a place in Paris.
South Korea Property Rout Sparks Fear of Private Credit Crisis: South Korea is emerging as a closely watched weak link in the $63 trillion world of shadow ...
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South Korean woman conned out of US$50,000 by fake Elon Musk she fell in love with on Instagram
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Quick Glance: South Korean Woman Falls Victim to $50k Elon Musk Deepfake Scam
- A South Korean woman was convinced to invest 70 million won ($50,770) after watching a fabricated video portraying someone who looked like Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, as reported locally on Tuesday.
- Jeong Ji-sun, identified by the pseudonym at KBS, disclosed her experience as a victim of a romance scam on KBS's 'In-Depth 60 Minutes.' During the episode on April 19, Jeong narrated her initial interactions with the scammer posing as Musk.
- Jeong's initial hesitations dissipated swiftly. The scammer forwarded his identification and a workplace photo to Jeong. Moreover, he discussed aspects such as his children and commuting to Tesla or SpaceX via helicopter. He further mentioned his sporadic outreach to fans.
- The program highlighted the prevalent use of AI in these romance scams. The swindler engaged in a form of deception known as 'pig butchering,' as explained by the producer. This approach involves gradually enticing victims to increase their contributions to an apparently legitimate investment before the perpetrator vanishes.
Smaller towns in South Korea bear brunt of doctors’ shortage
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Quick Glance: Smaller Towns in South Korea Struggle with Doctor Shortage
- Hospitals in South Korea's smaller cities are facing a shortage of physicians as a nationwide strike by trainee doctors continues to protest plans to increase medical school admissions.
- While Seoul has top-tier hospitals, smaller towns are suffering from a lack of doctors, exacerbated by an aging population and the world's lowest birth rates.
- South Korea has one of the lowest doctor-to-patient ratios among developed countries, prompting government efforts to increase medical school enrollments, a move met with resistance from trainee doctors and medical groups.
- Addressing the shortage of doctors in underserved areas and preventing them from clustering in Seoul requires not just an increase in doctor numbers but also policy changes, according to experts in the field.
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani sets HR record for Japan-born players: The Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani set the major league home run record for ...
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Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani Sets New Record for Most MLB Homers
- Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani has broken the record for the most homers hit by a Japanese-born player in Major League Baseball.
- During a game at Dodger Stadium, Ohtani hit an impressive homer that flew into the right field bleachers off pitcher Adrian Houser of the New York Mets.
- With this homer, which was Ohtani's 176th in his six years in the MLB, he surpassed Matsui, who played the final 10 years of his 20-year pro career in North America.
- Ohtani's record-breaking blast traveled 423 feet and put the Dodgers ahead 2-0. Prior to this, Ohtani had not hit a homer in seven consecutive games.
‘Not only through blue eyes’: Hiroyuki Sanada on bringing ‘Shogun’ to life: Lead actor and producer of the hit FX series on his quest for authentic Japanese ...
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The US quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its ...
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
South Korea prepares new monitoring system to detect illegal stock short selling: South Korea's financial market watchdog said on Thursday it had prepared a new ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea introduces monitoring system to curb illegal stock short selling
- South Korea's financial market watchdog has developed a new monitoring mechanism to detect illegal short-selling transactions in the stock market. Institutional investors will be electronically processed and filtered through a central detection system to prevent illegal trades.
- South Korea has made various reform efforts to address the 'Korea discount' in the stock market, where domestic companies have lower valuations compared to global peers due to factors like low dividend payouts and opaque governance structures.
- Last November, South Korea imposed a sudden ban on short selling of shares for the first half of the year after discovering illegal trades by foreign investment banks. Authorities stated that the ban would remain until adequate measures are in place to prevent such practices.
- The FSS aims to implement the new monitoring system swiftly after finalizing it, although no specific date was provided for the implementation.
Kiyoshi Kurosawa Ups the Mania In Teaser for Cloud: What a pleasure it is to see Kiyoshi Kurosawa in his Hong Sangsoo period. The typically prolific filmmaker is ...
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US wants allies to cut chip-related China exports amid Huawei alarm : Washington urges Japan, South Korea and the Netherlands to tighten supply of tools and ...
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SK Hynix to invest $3.86 bln in DRAM chip production in South Korea
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Quick Glance: SK Hynix Anticipates Full Chip Recovery Post Q1 Profit Surprising AI Boom
- SK Hynix anticipates a complete recovery in memory chips due to AI demand, achieving its highest profit in nearly two years by selling advanced DRAM chips with High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) for generative AI chipsets.
- The company surpassed expectations for an operating profit of 1.88 trillion won by LSEG SmartEstimate, stating that the memory market is entering a full recovery cycle.
- SK Hynix is the biggest beneficiary of the explosive increase in AI adoption, serving as the main supplier of HBM chips for Nvidia's graphic processing units training AI systems.
- To outpace competition, SK Hynix announced a $3.87 billion investment to construct an advanced chip packaging plant in Indiana with an HBM chip line and research and development for AI products.
North Korea test-fires multiple rocket launchers to scare 'enemy': In a bid to show its military might to the world, especially its principal enemy South Korea ...
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Quick Glance: Kim Jong Un's Rocket Tests and Possible Russian Assistance
- Kim Jong Un oversaw tests for a rocket capable of hitting Seoul in South Korea and potentially aiding Russia in the conflict with Ukraine.
- The 240-millimeter multiple rocket launcher has an estimated range of 40 to 60 kilometers and could enhance the artillery capabilities of the Korean People's Army.
- Experts suggest the rocket could be significant for export, such as to Russia, and useful in the war in Ukraine.
- Despite denials of an arms deal, reports indicate North Korea has been shipping military equipment to Russia, possibly indicating collaboration between the two countries.
South Korea's public finances no longer a credit rating 'strength', Fitch says: South Korea's public finances are no longer a strength for its sovereign credit ...
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South Korea Early Trade Exports Rise in Positive Sign of Economic Growth: South Korea’s exports have made a brisk start to the second quarter based on early ...
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South Korean court hears children's climate change case against government: South Korea's Constitutional Court began hearing on Tuesday a case that accuses the ...
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Quick Glance: South Korean Court Deliberates Children's Climate Change Lawsuit Against Government
- Environmental activist Choi Jia, alongside her younger sibling Choi Heewoo, participates in a press briefing preceding the initial hearing concerning petitions asserting that the government infringed upon their human rights due to an inadequate approach to climate change.
- A public hearing regarding a lawsuit brought by twenty-four young environmental activists against the government commenced in one of South Korea's top judicial bodies on Tuesday. The plaintiffs argue that the government's negligence in addressing climate change left them unprotected.
- Maintaining that South Korea's current climate strategies fall short in containing the temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, the plaintiffs claim this breaches the state's duty to safeguard fundamental rights. Scientists caution about the dire consequences of surpassing a 1.5C temperature increase.
- During the legal proceedings, the government asserted its commitment to minimizing carbon emissions and upholding its citizens' basic rights. Nevertheless, activists expressed dissatisfaction with the government's response and urged for more concrete actions against climate change.
South Korea: World Scout Jamboree disaster blamed on government: An independent report says authorities failed to deliver a safe event for thousands of children.
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'City Hunter' manga hero drops the sexism for new live-action film: Lead actor Ryohei Suzuki says production had to strike a balance between his character's ...
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North Korea hacking teams hack South Korea defence contractors - police: Major North Korean hacking groups have mounted "all-out" cyber attacks against South ...
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Wild Card: The Bloomberg Open, Asia Edition: Good morning. Stocks bounced back ahead of tech earnings. South Korea’s shadow banking sounds alarm ...
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Hello Kitty turns 50. What will the next cat's meow be?: The global rise of Hello Kitty, who turns 50 this year, tracks that of Japanese culture. What, then ...
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Record giant HYBE audits 'NewJeans' label as infighting returns to K-pop: South Korea's largest music company is auditing the management of one of its labels as ...
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South Korea Q1 GDP growth smashes estimates, but outlook's uncertain: The South Korean economy grew at the fastest pace in more than two years in the first ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Q1 GDP Growth Exceeds Estimates
- The South Korean economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter, driven by an increase in domestic consumption and robust exports. However, the sustainability of the recovery was questioned.
- GDP for the January-March quarter grew by 1.3%, marking the sharpest expansion since the fourth quarter of 2021 and surpassing all forecasts.
- Growth in domestic demand was the main factor behind the stronger-than-expected GDP, with private consumption increasing by 0.8%. Analysts expressed uncertainty regarding the long-term strength of economic growth.
- Despite a rebound in exports and an increase in government spending, uncertainty remains regarding inflation outlook and monetary policy, as the Bank of Korea reconsiders its economic growth projections for 2024.
Japan’s native population declines at record rate as births plunge: Latest data shows number of Japanese nationals falling by almost 100 an hour on average ...
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Quick Glance: Japan’s Native Population Declines: Record Birth Plunge
- Japan sees the largest decline in its native population since 1950, despite government efforts.
- The total population of Japan decreased to 124.3 million in October, with 595,000 fewer residents compared to the previous year.
- The country experienced a historic low in birth rates in 2023 and a high number of foreign residents.
- The demographic crisis in Japan is leading to a significant imbalance in the population pyramid, raising questions about the country's social functions.
Toshiba weighs cutting 5,000 jobs in Japan: TOKYO -- Toshiba is considering cutting its domestic workforce by 5,000, equivalent to about 7% of the total in Japan ...
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Wealthy Koreans are twice as happy with life as non-rich: bank report : The richer people are, the more satisfied they are with their life and appearance ...
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Man Repels Bear Attack in Hokkaido by Kicking its Face After Encountering 2 Bears While Sightseeing
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How Alejandro Cao de Benós, North Korea’s Man in Spain, Ran Afoul of the US: Alejandro Cao de Benós has been accused of violating sanctions in connection with a ...
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LG Energy Solution to license out battery patents to block tech infringement, exec says
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North Korea fires missile off east coast, South Korea, Japan say: North Korea fired a ballistic missile on Monday towards the sea off its east coast ...
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Hyundai pauses ads on X over brand safety issues: South Korea's Hyundai said on Friday that it had paused advertising on X, formerly known as Twitter ...
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Japan foreign tourists top 3m in March, fueling record spending boom: TOKYO -- The number of monthly visitors to Japan exceeded 3 million for the first time in ...
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UK condemns North Korea's latest ballistic missile launch: Britain said North Korea had breached multiple United Nations Security Council resolutions after it ...
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Some Amazon and Max cartoons may have been partially animated in North Korea: North Korean animators may have helped create popular cartoons for Amazon Prime ...
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How US allies are preparing for a possible second Trump term - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
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North Korea has released a new song praising leader Kim Jong Un for being a ‘friendly father’ and a ‘great leader,’ in a move that appears to be part of a ...
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Quick Glance: New Song from North Korea Honors Kim Jong Un as 'Friendly Father'
- North Korea praises leader Kim Jong Un as a 'friendly father' and 'great leader' in a new song, part of a propaganda campaign to boost his image in the reclusive state.
- The music video for the song was broadcast on Wednesday on state-controlled Korean Central Television, showcasing North Koreans from various backgrounds enthusiastically singing lines like 'Let’s sing, Kim Jong Un the great leader' and 'Let’s brag about Kim Jong Un, a friendly father.'
- Moreover, a live performance of the song with orchestral accompaniment and in the presence of Kim was televised as part of a ceremony to mark the completion of constructing 10,000 new homes.
- The release of the cheerful song titled 'Friendly Father' coincides with recent changes by North Korean state media to the name of a holiday, sparking speculation that this move is aimed at consolidating Kim’s position.
Exclusive: South Korea considers easing bond market reporting rules, sources say: South Korea is considering easing real-time reporting requirements for ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Contemplates Easing Bond Market Reporting Rules
- South Korea is considering relaxing reporting requirements for investors in the bond market to facilitate inclusion in FTSE Russell's global bond index.
- Proposed changes may reduce reporting to once or twice daily and address a later reporting deadline.
- Easing these regulations could enhance the prospects of South Korean bonds being included in FTSE Russell's WGBI and attract billions of dollars in capital inflows.
- Recent reforms in South Korea aim to improve foreign investor access, including the elimination of a 30-year-old rule for foreign stock traders.
Japan and India to be next AI hotspots: Vinod Khosla: PALO ALTO, California -- Artificial intelligence innovations are diverse, and related business ...
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How Shogun became an unlikely streaming success: Subtitled fare is mainstream these days and audiences are flocking to foreign-language shows ...
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Japan hotel prices near 30-year high as weak yen lures record tourists: The average daily room rate for March was about ¥20,986 ($136), the highest level since ...
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LG Energy Solution to minimise capex this year due to slow EV demand: South Korean battery maker LG Energy Solution (LGES) said on Thursday it plans to minimise ...
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Iran-Israel: Attack next with weapons from North Korea?: Former US security adviser John Bolton warns against North Korean help for Iran's nuclear program ...
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Samsung execs have to work 6 days a week now: report: Samsung reportedly wasn't happy with its performance last year, so execs will be working Saturdays or ...
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Quick Glance: Samsung Executives: New Work Schedule and Economic Challenges
- Samsung Group is introducing a six-day workweek for executives in response to economic challenges and disappointing results in 2023.
- The sudden change aims to create a sense of urgency and promote efforts to overcome the situation. The new work schedule takes effect immediately in most of Samsung's technology divisions.
- The work culture in South Korea is renowned for its intensity. In 2022, the average worker spent 1,901 hours at work.
- Recent data shows that Samsung has regained the top position in global smartphone shipments. First-quarter 2024 results are expected on April 30.
South Korea set to adjust medical reforms in bid to end walkout, say media reports
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Quick Glance: South Korea adjusts medical school quotas to resolve walkout
- Government to let medical schools determine admissions to end junior doctor strike.
- Acceptance of proposal to reduce increase in medical school admissions by up to 50%.
- Dispute over adding 2000 more physicians by 2035, with 32 medical schools allowed to lower quotas for 2022.
- President Yoon advocates for more doctors, while protesting physicians demand better working conditions and criticize government's approach.
North Korea leader’s sister: US military drills drive regional security into turmoil
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Quick Glance: North Korea Leader's Sister Raises Concerns Over US Military Drills
- Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, emphasized the need to build a strong military power to protect the country's sovereignty and regional peace.
- She criticized the US military exercises in the region, particularly the collaboration with South Korea, which she claimed are dangerously destabilizing the regional security environment.
- The US and South Korea have been conducting a series of drills with greater scale and intensity in recent months to enhance their military readiness against North Korea's threats.
- North Korea views the US military exercises as preparations for a nuclear war, while Washington and Seoul assert that the drills are defensive in nature and are regularly conducted to maintain readiness.
North Korea conducts cruise missile warhead test on Friday, KCNA says: North Korea conducted a cruise missile warhead test and test launch of its new ...
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North Korea Launches Suspected Ballistic Missile, South Says: North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile Monday, South Korea’s military and Japan’s Coast ...
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Biden Vows to Back Japan, Philippines as China Rattles Allies: President Joe Biden said he was committed to “deepening maritime and security ties” with Japan and ...
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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
JP Lee from VanEck believes that there are 'lots of positive macro tailwinds' to suggest that there are more returns to come when it comes to Indian stocks
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It Is High Time to Engage North Korea: The alternative is to do nothing and drift into an even more serious crisis as North Korea further builds up its nuclear ...
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North Korea Sends Workers to Russia-Occupied Territory in Eastern Ukraine: Pyongyang made the decision after concluding that Russia had gained the upper hand in ...
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Pet Treat Market, Sales Continue to Grow; Treats That Double as Toothpaste Particularly Popular
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Korean Crypto Boom: Upbit Now a Top Global Exchange by Volume: The beating heart of the crypto bull market sweeping the world isn’t Miami, Paris or the Middle ...
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South Korean nuclear fusion reactor sets new record, and other technology news you need to know
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Carlyle leads in race to acquire KFC's Japan operator: TOKYO -- U.S. fund manager Carlyle Group is close to acquiring KFC Holdings Japan ...
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South Korea's economy likely saw steady economic growth in Q1: Reuters poll: South Korea's economy likely grew 0.6% last quarter, maintaining the same pace of ...
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Japan restarts world's largest nuclear power plant: After the nuclear disaster in Fukushima, Japan also shut down all nuclear power plants ...
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South Korea protests Japanese leaders' offerings to Yasukuni shrine: South Korea on Sunday protested Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's offering to Tokyo's ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Objects to Japanese Leaders' Yasukuni Shrine Offerings
- South Korea expressed deep disappointment on Sunday over Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's offerings at the Yasukuni Shrine and urged Japanese leaders to show repentance for the country's wartime past.
- The shrine is viewed by Beijing and Seoul as a representation of Japan's historical military aggression due to its inclusion of 14 Japanese wartime leaders among the 2.5 million war dead honored there.
- The South Korean government calls on Japanese leaders to confront history and demonstrate sincere repentance, which would be a crucial step towards enhancing relations between the two countries.
- Despite progress in the South Korea-Japan relationship, particularly in security cooperation, the offerings made by Kishida and some cabinet members at the Yasukuni Shrine have sparked protests from South Korea.
South Korea's Last F-4E Phantoms Fire Final AGM-142 Popeye Missiles Prior To Retirement
theaviationist.com/2024/04/21/rokaf-f-4e-final-live-firing-agm142/
26 degrees in April: temperature record in Sapporo, Japan: Temperatures have been recorded in the metropolis since 1877. Now Sapporo has experienced the earliest ...
faz.net/aktuell/gesellschaft/26-grad-im-april-temperaturrekord-im-japanischen-sapporo-19654404.html
Singer Paul Kim announces marriage : Singer Paul Kim announced on Thursday his marriage via his official website, sharing plans to begin a new life with his ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2024/04/398_373529.html
South Korean sentenced to 14 months in jail for killing 76 cats: SEOUL: A South Korean man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for killing 76 cats in one ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/south-korean-man-sentenced-14-months-jail-killing-76-cats-4285821
Japan considering first hike in teachers' overtime pay in 50 years: There has been a proposal for raising the allowances to 10% of monthly salary or even higher ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/04/13/japan/society/japan-teacher-pay-hike/
Seoul studies $99K cash incentive for each child born: If implemented, it would be South Korea's most generous baby incentive ever.
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/seoul-studies-99k-cash-incentive-for-each-child-born
Indonesia awards Jakarta MRT extension project to Japan's Sojitz: TOKYO -- The Japanese trading house Sojitz has signed a 45 billion yen ($290 million) contract ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Transportation/Indonesia-awards-Jakarta-MRT-extension-project-to-Japan-s-Sojitz
South African butts rated biggest in the world: It's bottoms up for Mzansi as we top the list of biggest booties in the world
timeslive.co.za/lifestyle/2024-04-12-south-african-butts-rates-number-1-in-the-world/
Billionaire Families Lose Hope for Tax Cut After Korean Vote: Some of the richest people in South Korea may be among the biggest losers from elections last week ...
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Quick Glance: Disappointment for Billionaire Families After Tax Reform Decision in South Korea
- President Yoon Suk Yeol faces setback in plans for inheritance tax reform.
- High inheritance tax in South Korea targets wealthy individuals and chaebols.
- Opposition party gains momentum in advocating for higher taxes on the wealthy.
- Discussions on tax reforms and their implications on businesses and the economy.
North Korea leans on Russian ties to expand relations with Iran: SEOUL -- North Korea's minister for external economic relations is making a rare visit to ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/N-Korea-at-crossroads/North-Korea-leans-on-Russian-ties-to-expand-relations-with-Iran
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Too good a view of Mount Fuji: Japanese city wants to keep tourists away from shops with privacy screens
spiegel.de/panorama/japan-fujikawaguchiko-will-touristen-mit-sichtschutz-fernhalten-a-8ebda7d7-2313-4157-be04-651ea0cd6e81
Quick Glance: Japanese Town Blocks View of Mt. Fuji Due to Overtourism
- Fujikawaguchiko, a Japanese resort town, is overwhelmed by tourists seeking views of Mount Fuji.
- Reports of tourists disregarding rules, leaving litter, and climbing roofs for better photos have led to the decision to install a barrier.
- A 8-foot high, 22-yard long mesh net will obstruct the mountain view to address the situation caused by disrespectful visitors.
- Japan is addressing overtourism issues by implementing measures to control unruly tourists and manage record-breaking visitor numbers.
U.S. 7th Fleet officer Arrested on Suspicion of Stealing Sushi, Sashimi, Chicken at Kanagawa Shopping Mall; Suspect Caught Mid-Meal
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/society/general-news/20240420-181618/
South Korea Issues Rare Warning After Won Hits 1400 Per Dollar: South Korean authorities issued a rare warning to participants in the foreign exchange market ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/south-korea-issues-rare-warning-after-won-hits-1400-per-dollar-lv24xmqh
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