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North Korea's former No.2 diplomat in Cuba recalls dramatic, swift defection in likely blow to Kim

Ri Il Gyu, North Korea’s former No.2 diplomat in Cuba, who has resettled in South Korea, says he fled to South Korea with his family last November in frustration over his highly repressive, corrupt homeland

The Independent UK

Trump win would be once-in-a-thousand year opportunity for North Korea, defector says

Former North Korean diplomat Ri Il Kyu says Kim Jong-un’s regime would seek to exploit a second Trump presidency

The Independent UK

Deadly Monsoon Season Devastates Asia With Torrential Rains

Recent severe weather in Asia causes over 200 deaths, floods, and landslides, with climate change worsening storms. Efforts to mitigate damage are underway.

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In India and China, torrential rains have killed more than 200 people in the past week

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North Korea’s state media breaks silence over rare medals at Paris Olympics

Table tennis silver medallists Jong Sik Ri and Kum Yong Kim could be seen posing with bronze medallists Jonghoon Lim and Yubin Shin of South Korea after breaking an eight-year run without a medal at the Summer Olympics

The Independent UK

South Korea offers humanitarian aid to flood-hit North Korea

South Korea has offered to send aid supplies to North Korea to help the country recover from heavy rains and floods that damaged thousands of homes and huge swaths of farmland

The Independent UK

South Korean Military Employee Arrested For Leaking Secrets

Employee in South Korea's military intelligence arrested for leaking secrets to a Chinese national, potentially endangering spies and intelligence operations.

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China Wins Seventh Straight Olympic Gold In Women's Synchronized Diving

China, North Korea, and Team GB shine in women's synchronized diving at Tokyo Olympics, showcasing skill, dedication, and historic achievements.

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South Korean military intel official arrested for allegedly leaking secrets, reportedly on spies

South Korea's Defense Ministry says a civilian employee in its military intelligence command has been arrested for allegedly leaking military secrets

The Independent UK

Korean Table Tennis Players' Selfie Sparks Global Harmony Conversation

Photos of North and South Korean table tennis players taking a selfie on the medal podium symbolize rare cross-border harmony amidst ongoing tensions.

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Recent rains in North Korea flooded thousands of houses and vast farmland, state media says

North Korea says the recent heavy rains in northwestern North Korea flooded thousands of houses and a vast extent of farmland and left many residents homeless and living in makeshift tents

The Independent UK

Paris Olympics 2024 day four: Nadalcaraz in quarters, India’s second medal

Bhaker became India’s first-ever multi-medallist at an Olympics by winning her second bronze on a hot day in Paris.

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China Clinches Gold In Thrilling Mixed Doubles Table Tennis Final

China triumphs over North Korea in a thrilling mixed doubles table tennis final at the Olympics, showcasing exceptional skill and intense competition.

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Australia's foreign minister says Russia-North Korea defense deal is 'risky for the world'

Australia’s foreign minister says a recent defense deal between North Korea and Russia is destabilizing and “risky for the world."

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‘Axis of upheaval’ adds urgency to review of UK defence spending

Deepening military and trade links between Russia, China, Iran and North Korea are making western powers uneasy

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Wong tours DMZ, condemns North Korean missiles

Australia is pledging to deepen co-operation with South Korea as the foreign minister tours the demilitarised zone and condemns North Korea's actions.

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North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un's Health Concerns

Recent reports reveal North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's health issues due to obesity, raising concerns about succession.

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North Korean Pair Stuns In Table Tennis Mixed Doubles Final

North Korean pair Ri Jong Sik and Kim Kum Yong surprise in table tennis mixed doubles at Paris Olympics, reaching the final against tough competition.

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Is North Korea in the 2024 Olympics? What to Know About Democratic People's Republic of Korea

Here's what to know about North Korea at the Paris Games.

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Kim Jong Un Oversees Rescue Of Flood-Stranded North Koreans

Learn about the recent flooding in North Korea, the rescue efforts led by Kim Jong Un, and the importance of disaster preparedness in times of crisis.

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Olympics Apologize For Mistakenly Introducing South Korean Athletes As North Korean

Olympics organizers apologize to South Korea for misidentifying athletes as North Korean at Paris 2024 Games, highlighting delicate diplomatic relations.

The Independent UK

North Korean officials looking for medicines for Kim's obesity-related health problems, Seoul says

South Korea's spy agency says that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has regained weight and suffers obesity-related health problems including high blood pressure and diabetes

International Business Times

North Korea Mobilises Military Helicopters For Flood Rescue

North Korea deployed military helicopters to bring thousands of people stranded in a flood-hit zone to safety, state media reported Monday.

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Kim Jong Un Leads Flood Rescue Efforts In North Korea

Kim Jong Un leads flood rescue in North Korea as China faces heavy rainfall and flooding challenges. Recent extreme weather events in Asia exacerbated by c...

The Independent UK

5,000 people rescued from flooding in North Korea in evacuation efforts led by Kim, report says

North Korea says more than 5,000 people were rescued from weekend flooding in airlifts and other evacuation efforts supervised by leader Kim Jong Un

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