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Russian, Iranian foreign ministers warn against further escalation in Middle East
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Russian, Iranian foreign ministers warn against further escalation in ...
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Russia's Shoigu says tank production is booming: Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Friday that the country was ramping up manufacturing of tanks and ...
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Russia's Shoigu says tank production is booming
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World leaders condemn Iran’s drone, missile attack on Israel: Joe Biden reaffirms ‘ironclad commitment’ to the security of Israel while Iran warns US to ‘stay ...
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World leaders condemn Iran’s drone, missile attack on Israel
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
  • In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.

  • The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.

  • Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.

  • The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
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Italian diplomat says Israel warned US about drone attack on Iran: Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said that Israel warned the U.S. about a drone attack ...
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Italian diplomat says Israel warned US about drone attack on Iran
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Park Bo-ram laid to rest as music community pays emotional tribute : The music industry bid a farewell to singer Park Bo-ram, who passed away recently ...
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Park Bo-ram laid to rest as music community pays emotional tribute
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Minister puts pressure on reform: Wissing continues to see driving bans as a more adequate emergency solution
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Minister puts pressure on reform: Wissing continues to see driving bans as ...
Quick Glance: Dispute over Climate Protection Measures in Traffic Sector
  • The Environment Agency opposes drastic measures in the transport sector.

  • Reform of the Climate Protection Act and potential driving bans spark controversy.

  • Ampel parties argue over climate goals and blame games.

  • DUH feels vindicated in lawsuit against Transport Minister and calls for new measures.
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Reactions to possible counterattack: Iran probably does not want to counteract a suspected Israeli attack at first
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Reactions to possible counterattack: Iran probably does not want to ...
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Nodeul Island set to become global culture spot offering diverse performances : Nodeul Island in the middle of the Han River in central Seoul is set to undergo a ...
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Nodeul Island set to become global culture spot offering diverse ...
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Austin speaks with Chinese counterpart in first at-length conversation since 2022
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Small business owners suffer from part-timers' unanticipated absences: Park Jin-yeon, a 34-year-old restaurat owner who runs a pork barbecue grill house in ...
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Small business owners suffer from part-timers' unanticipated absences
Quick Glance: Small Business Owners Struggle with Part-Timers' Unexpected Absences
  • Park Jin-yeon, a 34-year-old restaurant owner, juggles various tasks, including serving dishes and grilling meat for guests during business hours.

  • A study revealed that three out of every four small business owners in the country are faced with no-shows by employees who were either already hired or in the hiring process.

  • A significant number of entrepreneurs express concerns about potential no-shows by part-timers and are seeking job seekers who can make themselves available either instantly or on short notice.

  • Many small business owners have difficulty finding timely replacements for unexpected absences, whether due to resignations without prior notice or new employees not showing up.
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1,000-won bakeries become popular amid high inflation: Freshly baked bread, cake, pastries and other treats are increasingly sold at the very affordable price of ...
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1,000-won bakeries become popular amid high inflation
Quick Glance: Popular Affordable Bakeries in Seoul
  • Freshly baked goods like bread, cake, and pastries are increasingly available at an affordable price of 1,000 won ($0.73) at vendor stalls and stores in subway stations in Seoul as living costs rise.

  • The 1,000-won bakeries are compared to dollar stores in the US and 100-yen stores in Japan, catering to budget-conscious consumers looking to save money.

  • The emergence of 1,000-won bakeries reflects the current frugal mindset of many households facing tight budgets due to ongoing inflation.

  • Despite price hikes in baking ingredients such as flour, butter, margarine, eggs, salt, and sugar, the question arises on how such a wide selection can be offered at a low price.
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China joins Russia in recognizing Iran's claim of attack as 'self-defense': Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi speaks to his Iranian and Saudi counterparts ...
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China joins Russia in recognizing Iran's claim of attack as 'self-defense'
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Denmark's "Notre Dame moment": historic stock exchange in flames: One of Copenhagen's most famous buildings is on fire: the historic stock exchange ...
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Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
  • A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.

  • The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.

  • The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.

  • Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
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100 Philippine domestic helpers to begin working in Seoul in August : Korea will receive 100 domestic helpers from the Philippines at the end of July for a pilot ...
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100 Philippine domestic helpers to begin working in Seoul in August
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Russia, China to maintain fight against terrorism, Lavrov says: Russia and China will continue to cooperate in the fight against terrorism as part of their ...
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Russia, China to maintain fight against terrorism, Lavrov says
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Man assaults Konkuk University's beloved goose : 'Kongoose,' the beloved mascot of Konkuk University in Gwangjin District, Seoul, became the victim of ...
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Man assaults Konkuk University's beloved goose
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How general elections will affect South Korea's foreign policy : The opposition bloc's landslide victory in the April 10 general elections is cornering ...
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How general elections will affect South Korea's foreign policy
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“Technofeudalism: What Killed Capitalism”: Yanis Varoufakis on New Book & Why Assange Should Be Freed
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“Technofeudalism: What Killed Capitalism”: Yanis Varoufakis on New Book & ...
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Russia's denial of entry of S. Korean national unrelated to bilateral ties: Seoul official
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Russia's denial of entry of S. Korean national unrelated to bilateral ...
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US nods to 'serious' Japan, S.Korea concerns over slumping currencies: The United States, Japan and South Korea agreed to "consult closely" on foreign exchange ...
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US nods to 'serious' Japan, S.Korea concerns over slumping currencies
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Main opposition wins resounding majority in crushing defeat for ruling party: ...
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 Main opposition wins resounding majority in crushing defeat for ruling ...
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French foreign minister suggests sanctions on Israel to get aid into Gaza: France's foreign minister said on Tuesday that pressure, and possibly sanctions ...
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French foreign minister suggests sanctions on Israel to get aid into Gaza
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Singapore is 5th smartest city in the world, top in Asia: Global index: SINGAPORE: Singapore is the world’s fifth-smartest city, moving up two levels from its ...
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Singapore is 5th smartest city in the world, top in Asia: Global index
Quick Glance: Singapore Ranks in Top 5 Globally, Leading in Asia: Global Index
  • Singapore is positioned fifth according to the 2024 Smart City Index, marking a two-step improvement from the 2023 ranking.

  • The Republic continues to lead as the smartest city in Asia and emerges as the sole Asian representative in the top 10, surpassing cities like Beijing, Taipei, and Seoul as indicated by the index released on April 9.

  • Every year, the ranking assesses cities based on their utilization of technology to enrich the lives of their residents.

  • The report highlights Singapore's exceptional performance in areas such as delivering adequate basic services to underprivileged areas, facilitating public transportation, and ensuring public safety.
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Pakistan seeking 'larger and longer' IMF bailout programme: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, without specifying how much the nation is trying to ...
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Pakistan seeking 'larger and longer' IMF bailout programme
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Canada unveils more taxes on rich, EV tax credits in federal budget: Here are some of the key government measures and proposals outlined in the 2023-24 budget ...
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Canada unveils more taxes on rich, EV tax credits in federal budget
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China and Indonesia Call for Immediate and Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza: Indonesia’s foreign minister said the two countries share the same view about the ...
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China and Indonesia Call for Immediate and Lasting Ceasefire in Gaza
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Russia summons French ambassador over foreign minister's 'unacceptable' comments
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Iran able to 'handle situation' and spare Middle East more tension, China's foreign minister says
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Iran able to 'handle situation' and spare Middle East more tension ...
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‘We want Fu Bao back,’ Seoulites petition for loan of beloved panda: About 6,000 South Korean fans flocked to Incheon Airport on April 3 to say their goodbyes to ...
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‘We want Fu Bao back,’ Seoulites petition for loan of beloved panda
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1,424 human-pet dog patrol teams to join efforts to ensure town safety in Seoul : A total of 1,424 human-pet dog patrol teams will start their duties in Seoul ...
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1,424 human-pet dog patrol teams to join efforts to ensure town safety in ...
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Ukrainian official ups urgency for more weapons: ‘Nice and quiet diplomacy didn’t work’
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Ukrainian official ups urgency for more weapons: ‘Nice and quiet diplomacy ...
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Europe pledges to boost aid to Sudan on unwelcome war anniversary: Germany promises $260m as European diplomats meet in Paris to mark the first anniversary of ...
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Europe pledges to boost aid to Sudan on unwelcome war anniversary
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Malaysia to Push Ahead With Handouts, Subsidy Cuts, Economy Minister Says: Malaysia will cut petrol subsidies this year as it seeks to narrow its fiscal deficit ...
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Malaysia to Push Ahead With Handouts, Subsidy Cuts, Economy Minister Says
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Saudi foreign minister to visit Pakistan on Monday: A Saudi Arabian delegation, led by foreign minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah ...
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Saudi foreign minister to visit Pakistan on Monday
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South Korea's Yoon vows to listen to the public after election loss: SEOUL -- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, smarting from his conservative party's ...
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South Korea's Yoon vows to listen to the public after election loss
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Panda lovers petition for return of Fu Bao to Korea : The Seoul Metropolitan Government has received some 10 petitions filed by citizens who called for bringing ...
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Panda lovers petition for return of Fu Bao to Korea
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PM Lee to stay on as Senior Minister; any major Cabinet changes will come after GE: Lawrence Wong
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PM Lee to stay on as Senior Minister; any major Cabinet changes will come ...
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UK Minister Blasts Diversity Proposals by Financial Regulators: UK Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has criticized plans by the nation’s regulators to force ...
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UK Minister Blasts Diversity Proposals by Financial Regulators
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South Korea's swing seats hold key to power in election showdown: GONGJU, South Korea -- South Koreans vote on Wednesday to determine the makeup of the ...
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South Korea's swing seats hold key to power in election showdown
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South Korea's scandal-plagued opposition leader is election's big winner: SEOUL: The big winner in South Korea's parliamentary election is the country's most ...
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South Korea's scandal-plagued opposition leader is election's big winner
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Iran launches drone attack at Israel, expected to unfold 'over hours': Israel's military said the dozens of drones launched by Iran would take hours to reach ...
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Iran launches drone attack at Israel, expected to unfold 'over hours'
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Jordanian FM: We would have acted the same if the attack came from Israel: Foreign Minister Safadi, in comments made to CNN, said that Jordan would have ...
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Jordanian FM: We would have acted the same if the attack came from Israel
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North Korea fires suspected intermediate-range ballistic missile: Pyongyang’s latest move comes days after Russia used its veto to disband a UN panel monitoring ...
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North Korea fires suspected intermediate-range ballistic missile
Quick Glance: North Korea's Hypersonic Missile Testing: Insights and Functionality
  • North Korea has successfully tested a solid-fuel hypersonic missile with an intermediate range.

  • The significance of hypersonic weapons lies in their maneuverability rather than just their speed.

  • Russia, China, and the USA are leading the race in developing hypersonic weapons.

  • North Korea aims to enhance its defense capabilities and assert its position in the global arms race through hypersonic weapons.
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South Korea’s Yoon left humbled by opposition election landslide: President Yoon Suk-yeol promises changes, top aides quit, after opposition parties sweep ...
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South Korea’s Yoon left humbled by opposition election landslide
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China foreign minister says Beijing and Jakarta want regional peace and stability
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China foreign minister says Beijing and Jakarta want regional peace and ...
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The best airports 2024: German airport again in the top 10: Every year Skytrax chooses the best airports in the world. And this year again a German airport made ...
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The best airports 2024: German airport again in the top 10
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[REVIEW] DAY6 captivates 34,000 fans with spring-themed concerts : Boy band DAY6 has frequently said that it wants to sing about every moment in life ...
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[REVIEW] DAY6 captivates 34,000 fans with spring-themed concerts
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‘Burning subjects’ for Russa’s Lavrov on China visit: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will visit Moscow’s key diplomatic and economic partner China on ...
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‘Burning subjects’ for Russa’s Lavrov on China visit
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Seoul City to remove street preachers, homeless from Seoul Station Square : Seoul City is set to ban demonstrations by religious groups and evict homeless people ...
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Seoul City to remove street preachers, homeless from Seoul Station Square
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"Federal government refuses to forecast": NRW fears wave of refugees from the Middle East
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Ukraine’s foreign minister says Israel's thwarting of Iran's attack shows what Kyiv needs from allies
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Ukraine’s foreign minister says Israel's thwarting of Iran's ...
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Seattle mayor and economic delegation visit Seoul for urban insights : Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, accompanied by a delegation of 67 economic leaders ...
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Seattle mayor and economic delegation visit Seoul for urban insights
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Seoul pulls plug on floating adult festival featuring Japanese porn stars : The Seoul Metropolitan Government has disapproved a festival featuring Japanese porn ...
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Seoul pulls plug on floating adult festival featuring Japanese porn stars
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Russia says dialogue with NATO at 'zero' but it doesn't seek open conflict: Russia-NATO relations are worsening but Moscow has no intention of entering a ...
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Russia says dialogue with NATO at 'zero' but it doesn't seek open conflict
Quick Glance: NATO Exposes Russian Spies in Brussels
  • In recent years, NATO has expelled suspected Russian spies from its headquarters in Brussels.

  • Secretary General Stoltenberg confirms the expulsions without providing specific numbers.

  • German politicians like Strack-Zimmermann and von Notz call for better security measures against espionage.

  • Kiesewetter describes the Russian intelligence system as offensive-aggressive and praises NATO's response.