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U.S. VP Harris set to visit Korean DMZ after Kim's missile test: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) separating the Koreas ...
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Expert say mystery girl on TV is Kim Jong-un's secret daughter : The alleged daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could have been unveiled for the ...
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U.S. VP Harris set to visit Korean DMZ after Kim's missile test: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will visit the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) separating the Koreas ...
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Expert say mystery girl on TV is Kim Jong-un's secret daughter : The alleged daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could have been unveiled for the ...
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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 ...
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Arizona abortion ban: Kamala Harris blames Trump: Donald Trump has distanced himself from a revived 1864 law that would ban most abortions.
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Quick Glance: Arizona GOP outlines alternative abortion strategy
- Republican state legislators in Arizona are considering alternative ballot measures in response to a court ruling upholding a strict abortion ban.
- The GOP's strategy document plans to provide voters with alternatives to the Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure.
- Republicans aim to constitutionalize existing laws to discuss abortion policy.
- The document outlines various scenarios, including 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' options for lawmakers.
North Korea leader Kim Jong Un says now is time to be ready for war, KCNA says: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said unstable military and political situations ...
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South Korean firm looks at offshore wind investment: Shipbuilding giant HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is exploring investment opportunities in Scotland.
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Bidens report nearly $620K in income, Harris and her husband report over $450K: President Biden and first lady Jill Biden made a combined income of $619 ...
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Jill Biden calls Trump ‘dangerous to the LGBTQ community’: First lady Jill Biden on Friday decried former President Trump as a “bully” and a threat to gains for ...
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Quick Glance: Jill Biden warns of Trump's danger to LGBTQ2S+ community
- Jill Biden warned LGBTQ2S+ voters against the re-election of Donald Trump, whom she labeled as a 'bully' and deemed dangerous to their community.
- She urged to fight against external forces working to undo the hard-won rights of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
- Voters in this demographic group overwhelmingly supported Biden in 2020, and their support is crucial for Biden's re-election.
- Jill Biden highlighted President Biden's achievements in LGBTQ2S+ rights and called for continued fight for freedom and equality.
South Korean singer Park Bo-ram dies at age 30: She was drinking at an acquaintance’s home on April 11 when she was found unconscious in the bathroom.
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North Korea's Kim to develop long-standing ties with China, KCNA says: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un affirmed his position to develop long-standing ties with ...
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Seth MacFarlane Hosts Kamala Harris And Doug Emhoff For $1.5 Million Biden Campaign Fundraiser
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Kamala Harris to visit Arizona after abortion ban ruling: Vice President Harris will visit Arizona on Friday “to continue her leadership in the fight for ...
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Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
- Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.
- Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.
- Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.
- The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
Voters not sold on Kamala Harris despite her rising profile with abortion: Vice President Kamala Harris has failed to win over a majority of voters or convince ...
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Harris blames Trump for Arizona’s strict abortion law: During a campaign event, the vice president called the law “one of the biggest aftershocks yet” of the US ...
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Deaths From Doctor Shortage Fuel Election Angst in Korea: In March 2023, a 17-year-old girl who fell from a building in the South Korean city of Daegu died after ...
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LIVE: South Korean officials begin counting ballots after polls close: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Park Choong-kwon: North Korean defector elected in South Korea: A millennial North Korean who used to develop the regime's nuclear missiles is now a South Korean ...
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Sunrise Protesters Arrested at VP's House Demanding Biden Declare a Climate Emergency
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China now a rival rather than boon for South Korean exporters, warns minister : Seoul says tech and manufacturing sectors must adapt to rising competition
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Quick Glance: South Korean Exporters Warn of China as Rival
- South Korea's economy needs to urgently adapt to the increasing competition from China, as the country's biggest exporters battle for market share in sectors like chips, shipbuilding, and display panels, warns the finance minister.
- The growth of South Korea's economy slowed from 2.6 percent in 2022 to 1.4 percent last year, hindered by high interest rates, China's economic slowdown, and a decline in global demand for memory chips, the country's top export.
- The country's lowest fertility rate in the world and high household debt levels as a proportion of GDP are also causing concerns for officials.
- The government recently indicated it would reverse a cut in the R&D budget for 2024 to reform the country's research and development efforts and enhance economic competitiveness.
LIVE: US Vice President Harris and Secretary of State Blinken host a luncheon for Japanese prime minister
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Kamala Harris Says Trump Is No Longer Dog Whistling Dictator Aspirations: ‘It Is a Gigantic Bark’ | Video
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South Korea-Japan thaw could crumble if ruling party turns on Yoon: TOKYO -- With a painful defeat for South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's People ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea’s ‘Luke Skywalker’ Triumphs Against President Yoon
- Former minister Cho Kuk aids in leftwing alliance's electoral victory
- Former justice minister Cho Kuk, convicted on corruption charges, played a pivotal role in the defeat of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol in parliamentary elections.
- Cho calls for Yoon and PPP leader Han Dong-hoon, both former prosecutors, to be held accountable for abuse of power.
- The leftwing alliance narrowly missed the 200-seat mark that would have allowed them to bypass a presidential veto. Yoon now faces over three years as a lame duck, while the country heads towards more than three years of stagnation.
Harris to visit ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ amid host’s feud with Trump: Vice President Harris is going live on late-night — and sitting down with one of former ...
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Harris agrees with interviewer that 2024 could be last US democratic election: Vice President Harris this week agreed with an interviewer who said the 2024 ...
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Where Kamala Harris Lives, a Little-Known History of Enslavement: The vice president’s official residence is in a quiet Washington enclave once home to 34 ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/12/us/politics/kamala-harris-slavery.html
South Korea to invest $7 bln in AI in bid to retain edge in chips: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Tuesday his country will invest 9 ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea's $7 Billion Investment in AI for Chip Dominance
- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol announced a 9.4 trillion won ($6.94 billion) investment in artificial intelligence by 2027 to maintain leadership in semiconductor chips.
- The plan includes expanding research on AI chips like neural processing units (NPUs) and high-bandwidth memory chips.
- South Korea aims to be a top three country in AI technology by 2030, capturing 10% or more of the global semiconductor market.
- President Yoon emphasized the country's ambition to create a new semiconductor legend with AI chips in the next 30 years and called for readiness in the face of uncertainties.
How Kim Jong Un May Have Secretly Aided Iran’s Attack on Israel: Intelligence officials are investigating potential North Korean fingerprints in Iran’s April 13 ...
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Biden campaign seeks to mobilize LGBTQ voters with new initiative: President Biden’s reelection campaign on Wednesday launched Out for Biden-Harris ...
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Explainer: Why is Japan seeking a summit with nuclear-armed North Korea?: United States President Joe Biden on Wednesday said he supported his Japanese ...
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Quick Glance: Why Japan Seeks Summit with Nuclear-Armed North Korea
- Japanese Prime Minister Kishida aims to engage in talks with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to address the issue of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea in the 1960s and 1970s.
- North Korea has not definitively stated its position on a summit with Japan, with some statements suggesting a potential opening for closer ties.
- Past summits between Japan and North Korea had varying outcomes, with North Korea acknowledging some abductions in 2002.
- Kishida's efforts to arrange a meeting with Kim Jong Un carry political risks and could lead to a decline in his approval ratings given North Korea's reluctance, posing challenges for Japan.
Harris meets with families of Americans held hostage by Hamas: Vice President Harris on Tuesday met with family members of Americans still being held hostage by ...
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With or without Biden, Democrats are stuck with Kamala Harris: There is one certainty in 2024’s tumultuous campaign: If Biden goes, Harris stays.
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Video shows 3 jailers watch as officer wrapped chain around detainee’s neck and briefly choked him, lawsuit says
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US will defend Philippines from any attack in South China Sea — Biden: At White House summit with Philippines' Marcos and Japan's Kishida ...
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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.
Zelensky Snubbed Kamala Harris’ Request on War Tactics: Report: The vice president’s appeal reportedly annoyed the Ukrainian leader and his aides.
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Inside Kamala Harris' fast Arizona trip after abortion ruling: Spicy statements by the president or vice president are one way to ride a news cycle.
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Vice President Kamala Harris Postpones ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Appearance: The Vice President's appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live has been postponed ...
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Man arrested in Vancouver on Portland murder warrants: A man was arrested Friday in Vancouver in connection with an April 1 homicide in Portland’s Hazelwood ...
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China, Japan, South Korea Looking to Hold Summit in May After Pause: South Korea is in talks with China and Japan to host a three-way summit in May ...
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US envoy to UN to visit Korean border, North Korean defectors: The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations will travel to the heavily armed Korean border and meet ...
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Lara Trump Rages at Donald Trump Nickname: Lara Trump was angry at Joe Biden and Kamala Harris for poking fun at her father-in-law's money problems ...
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Harris reveals which shows she’s streaming: Vice President Harris is revealing which Netflix shows she and her husband are binging – when they’re not debating ...
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Megyn Kelly Mocks Kamala Harris, Michelle Obama for Praising Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’: ‘We Have to Pretend She’s the Second Coming’ | Video
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South Korean chicken joint Mom's Touch to make Japan debut in Shibuya: TOKYO -- Popular South Korean fast casual restaurant chain Mom's Touch will open its ...
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Beijing slams US-Japan-Philippines summit, says South China Sea actions 'lawful' - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
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Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Biden to host Muslim leaders for scaled-down Iftar dinner amid strains over Gaza war
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Quick Glance: Palestinian Doctor Leaves Meeting with Biden
- President Biden met with a small group of Muslims at the White House, where Dr. Thaer Ahmad walked out early to signal a stronger commitment from the White House to end the war and provide humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- Dr. Ahmad recently returned from Gaza, where he was treating patients at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis before it became inoperable due to fighting.
- Another doctor, Dr. Nahreen Ahmed, felt Biden was 'somewhat dismissive' during the meeting when she showed photos of suffering she had witnessed. She perceived the meeting as an attempt to manage the community without adequate empathy for the participants' concerns.
- The White House had initially planned an iftar dinner with Muslim leaders but changed to a meeting with Biden due to concerns. Biden's previous meeting with Muslim leaders in October was criticized for not genuinely listening to Muslim and Palestinian perspectives.
Biden vows 'ironclad' defense of Philippines, Japan as China tension mounts - Asia & Pacific - The Jakarta Post
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How the Biden campaign quickly mobilized on Trump's abortion stance: President Joe Biden's campaign quickly launched an aggressive strategy to go after Trump's ...
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What’s in the Biden student loan forgiveness plan that Kamala Harris touted in Philly Monday
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Quick Glance: Biden Seeks Student Debt Relief
- The Biden administration unveils plans to erase student debt for millions of Americans to fulfill a 2020 presidential promise.
- The proposed new program aims to provide targeted relief to specific groups of borrowers, including long-term debt holders and those in financial distress.
- Over 25 million borrowers are set to benefit from up to $20,000 in interest cancellation, with automatic relief planned for eligible borrowers.
- In addition to these reliefs, long-term borrowers and those experiencing financial hardships will also receive assistance, with the debt relief process expected to take some time.
North Korea: Hackers single-handedly disconnected the country from the Internet - out of revenge
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Vice President Kamala Harris schmoozes with Mayor Parker, other Philly Dems ahead of Pa. primary
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Explainer: South Korea's Yoon hints at flexibility in doctors' strike as election looms
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Quick Glance: Yoon urges doctors to resolve impasse over trainees
- President Yoon Suk Yeol signaled willingness to compromise on his medical reform proposals.
- Over 90% of the 13,000 trainees have been striking since Feb. 20 against the government's plan to increase medical school admissions.
- Yoon emphasized the urgency of medical reforms and urged the medical community to present specific proposals backed by scientific evidence.
- Previous governments failed to address doctor shortages due to strong opposition from the medical sectors.
Big banks warn of sting as Americans shift towards higher-yielding deposits.: A trio of banks turned in strong first quarter earnings, but warned that profits ...
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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson says he will not repeat Joe Biden endorsement: Wrestler and actor endorsed president and Kamala Harris in 2020 but tells Fox News that ...
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Quick Glance: Dwayne Johnson Addresses Cancel Culture and Woke Criticism
- Dwayne Johnson comments on his frustrations with 'woke culture.'
- Reflecting on endorsing Joe Biden, Johnson regrets causing division and vows not to endorse political candidates in the future.
- He aims to bring the country together and emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself despite potential backlash.
- Johnson criticizes 'cancel culture' and highlights the value of authenticity, even if it may lead to disagreements.
OPM director announces imminent departure: U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) director Kiran Ahuja announced she will be leaving her role in the next ...
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Kim Jong Un Faces Annihilation in Most Korea War Scenarios: Despite the risks, the North Korean leader’s provocations could quickly spin out of control
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Negotiator for South Korean walkout doctors sees 'no future' after Yoon meeting: A much-heralded first meeting between South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and a ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea's Yoon participates in early voting for parliamentary elections
- President Yoon Suk Yeol casts his vote for the 22nd parliamentary election
- High turnout in early voting as ruling party aims to regain majority
- Opposition rejects controversial laws, Yoon hopes for success for his party
- Yoon and Han, both former prosecutors, central figures in the elections
An Overlooked Championship Team’s Final Stop: The White House: The all-Black Tennessee A&I basketball team won three back-to-back national championships at the ...
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Enhypen's Music Video Featuring Krzyżtopór Castle Hits Millions of Views: South Korean K-pop Enhypen has once again captured the hearts of millions with their ...
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Climate Is the New ‘Must-Have’ in South Korean Election Gameplan: South Korea’s deeply divided political parties have shown rare alignment leading up to next ...
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Megyn Kelly Mocks Kamala Harris, Michelle Obama for Praising Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’: ‘We Have to Pretend She’s the Second Coming’ | Video
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EPA awards $20 billion in green bank grants for clean energy projects nationwide: Vice President Kamala Harris and other top officials traveled to North Carolina ...
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HD Hyundai signs $463 million deal to build 4 warships in Peru: HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) signed a 640.6 billion won ($463 million) contract on Tuesday ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/tech/2024/04/419_372877.html
Vice President Harris will be back in Philadelphia on Monday: Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Pennsylvania for the 12th time since taking office.
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Baseball league removes umpires from assignments for attempting to cover up missed call
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South Korea Elections: Policies, Scenarios and Implications for the President: South Korea holds elections on April 10 for its parliament that will determine if ...
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Author delivers a South Korean education to the West: Cultural exports such as K-pop, kimchi and the Oscar-winning movie "Parasite" (2019) have wedged ...
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Taiwanese writer was neighbours with K-drama star Song Joong-ki on Japan trip: The South Korean actor was on vacation in the Japanese resort of Karuizawa with ...
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Hwang Sok-yong's 'Mater 2-10' shortlisted for 2024 International Booker Prize
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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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South Korea’s Doctors’ Walkout Spurs Thousands of Complaints: Thousands of interns and residents who stopped working in February are testing the public’s high ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/04/world/asia/south-korea-doctors-complaints.html
Quick Glance: South Korea’s Doctors’ Protest and Public Frustration
- Six weeks after thousands of residents and interns at South Korean hospitals went on strike, frustration is on the rise.
- Over 2,000 complaints have been filed by patients about postponed, canceled, or refused surgeries and treatments.
- Much of the anger over the disruptions is directed at President Yoon Suk Yeol, who is pushing to expand medical school admissions to address a physician shortage.
- Critics accuse doctors of trying to protect their elite status and income by keeping the number of physicians low, leading to public frustration.
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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Vice President Harris will be back in Philadelphia on Monday: Vice President Kamala Harris is visiting Pennsylvania for the 12th time since taking office.
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U.S., Japan, South Korea finance chiefs share concern for weak yen, won: WASHINGTON -- Top finance officials from the U.S., Japan and South Korea expressed ...
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Putin's embrace of Kim Jong Un has its limits: Derek Grossman is a senior defense analyst at the think tank RAND Corp. in Santa Monica, California ...
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Mongolia to Strengthen Tourism and Creative Industry Ties With South Korea: As showcased in the Mongolian prime minister's recent visit, Mongolia sees South ...
thediplomat.com/2024/04/mongolia-to-strengthen-tourism-and-creative-industry-ties-with-south-korea/
Giordano Dance takes a Gershwin deep dive with a theatrical new work by Emmy winner Al Blackstone
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Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump visiting Pennsylvania next week: As another sign of Pennsylvania’s importance in this fall’s presidential election ...
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South Korea says North Korea has test-fired a missile into its eastern waters: South Korea’s military says it has detected that North Korea fired at least one ...
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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.
Gaskin: MA must get moving to snag environmental grants: Many of the federal grants authorized by the Biden-Harris administration target underserved communities ...
bostonherald.com/2024/04/06/gaskin-ma-must-get-moving-to-snag-environmental-grants/
South Korean singer and actor Cha Eun-woo on his new solo album and kissing a dog for a TV show
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Oregon Sees Massive Surge in People Trying to Buy Guns: According to data from the NICS, Oregon saw a 43 percent change in firearm background checks from ...
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