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North Korea’s Kim oversees ‘super-large’ rocket launcher drills

Pyongyang has broken with much of its inter-Korean policy in recent years and ramped up weapons testing.

Al Jazeera · Mar 19, 2024

N. Korea's Kim Oversees 'Super-large' Rocket Launcher Drills

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw firing drills involving "newly-equipped super-large" multiple rocket launchers, state media said Tuesday, a day after Seoul said Pyongyang had fired several short-range ballistic missiles.

International Business Times · Mar 19, 2024

After success of BTS and Parasite, South Korea woos digital nomads

Critics say the criteria for new digital nomad visa are too stringent to attract remote workers in large numbers.

Al Jazeera · Mar 19, 2024

South Korea Summit For Democracy Explained

South Korea to host 'Summit for Democracy' in Seoul to discuss democratic values and global challenges, fostering international cooperation.

Top News · Mar 18, 2024

North Korea fires ballistic missiles as Blinken visits Seoul

Launches come days after South Korea and US wrapped up military drills Pyongyang sees as an invasion rehearsal.

Al Jazeera · Mar 18, 2024

N. Korea Fires Ballistic Missile As Blinken Visits Seoul

North Korea fired a ballistic missile on Monday, Seoul's military said, as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited South Korea to meet top officials and attend a democracy summit.

International Business Times · Mar 18, 2024

Blinken Arrives In South Korea To Attend Democracy Summit

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived Sunday in South Korea on the first stop of a brief Asia tour also including the Philippines, as Washington moves to reinforce ties with two key regional allies.

International Business Times · Mar 17, 2024

Shohei Ohtani Excited For MLB Opener In Seoul

Shohei Ohtani eagerly anticipates his debut with the Dodgers in the historic MLB opener in Seoul, focusing on baseball amidst international attention.

Top News · Mar 16, 2024

North Korean Leader Unveils And 'Drives' New Battle Tank

North Korea leader Kim Jong Un drove a "new-type main battle tank" while overseeing military training exercises, state media said Thursday, as Seoul and Washington wrap joint drills to improve deterrence.

Latin Times · Mar 14, 2024

San Diego Padres Acquire Dylan Cease In Trade

The San Diego Padres acquire Dylan Cease from the White Sox, enhancing their pitching rotation. Exciting MLB season opener in Seoul, South Korea against th...

Top News · Mar 14, 2024