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Backlash builds as Japan prepares to release wastewater from Fukushima nuclear plant

Protesters say the release, which won the endorsement of the United Nations' nuclear watchdog last week, sets a bad precedent that may encourage other countries to dispose nuclear waste into sea.

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South Korean lawmakers berate IAEA chief over Japanese plans to release treated Fukushima wastewater

South Korean opposition lawmakers sharply criticized the head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog for its approval of Japanese plans to release treated wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant during a tense meeting in Seoul on Sunday, with protesters screaming outside the door

The Independent UK

South Koreans protest Japan's plans to release treated wastewater from damaged Fukushima plant

Hundreds of people marched in South Korea’s capital on Saturday demanding Japan to scrap its plans to release treated wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant as the head of the United Nations’ nuclear agency met with senior Seoul officials to discuss public concerns over foods safety

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One UI Watch 5 beta 3 corrects erroneous sleep data on the Galaxy Watch 5 and 4

Samsung begins rolling out the One UI Watch 5 beta 3 test version to eligible users in South Korea and the U.S.

Android Central

Japan signs off on plan to pump water from Fukushima nuclear plant into Pacific

Plans to discharge treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant have cleared their last regulatory hurdle in Japan, as China said it would ban some food imports over the decision.

Radio France Internationale

UN report on Japan’s Fukushima water plans fails to placate opponents

While South Korea offers official support, China and other voices in region continue to express concerns over discharge from nuclear plant

The Guardian - AU

Table Tennis Federation of India names 10-member squad for Asian Championships, Asian Games

Table Tennis Federation of India names 10-member squad for Asian Championships, Asian Games. The Asian Championships in Korea is scheduled between September 3 and 10, while the Asian Games is between September 24 and October 2.

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South Koreal endorses Fukushima wastewater release, China to ban Japan food imports

South Korea’s government on Friday formally endorsed the safety of Japanese plans to release treated wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean as it tried to calm people’s fears about food contamination.

France 24

South Korea endorses the safety of Japanese plans to release treated wastewater from Fukushima plant

South Korea’s government has formally endorsed the safety of Japanese plans to release treated wastewater from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the sea as it tries to calm people’s fears about food contamination

The Independent UK

Seoul backs Fukushima water plan; China imposes Japan food ban

Seoul says proposal to release more than 1.3 million tonnes of radioactive water into the Pacific meets int’l standards.

Al Jazeera

IAEA chief nods to discord among Fukushima report experts

TOKYO: The head of the United Nations' (UN) nuclear watchdog said on Friday that one or two of the team of international experts behind its report greenlighting Japan's release of treated radioactive water from the crippled Fukushima plant may have had concerns.

Bangkok Post

Exports to Korea set to rise 2% this year

Thailand expects exports to South Korea to increase by 2% this year to US$6.52 billion, partially helped by a deeper trade partnership through a so-called mini-free trade agreement (mini-FTA) with the South Korean provinces of Gyeonggi and Pusan.

Bangkok Post

What Vietnam's ban of the Barbie movie tells us about China's politics of persuasion

Barbie has always had some degree of notoriety. She is at once a symbol of female empowerment, ridicule and consumerism. People might suspect that the recent ban of the Barbie movie by the Vietnamese government is motivated by these concerns. Instead, international political intrigue provides a better explanation.

The Conversation

Celtic transfer news roundup as Yang Hyun Jun given Gangwon green light and Cho Gue Sung faces snub reality check

The South Korea international refused to leave Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors following an impressive World Cup.

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Football London

Ange Postecoglou explains relationship with Son and he's already spoken to Tottenham star

The Tottenham Hotspur head coach has been speaking about the club's South Korean star after taking questions from the supporters

TechRadar

Samsung Unpacked 2023: foldable phones and everything we expect to see

Samsung's Galaxy S23 launch event is now over – here's everything that was announced.

Daily Mirror

Chinese diplomat slammed after telling Asian people 'they'll never be a Westerner'

The head of China's Communist Party's foreign affairs commission made racially tinged comments as he urged Japan and South Korea to 'join hands and cooperate' with the East Asian superpower

Bangkok Post

GPO signs vaccine pact with Korean biotech giant

The Government Pharmaceutical Organization (GPO) has bolstered its partnership with SK bioscience of South Korea to enhance regional vaccine security, starting with the production of influenza vaccines scheduled for availability next year.

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Zenger

‌South Korea Salvages Kim Jong Un’s Failed Spy Satellite

While the satellite provided insights into Pyongyang’s capabilities, experts said that it held minimal military significance.

The Independent UK

North Korean satellite wasn’t advanced enough to conduct reconnaissance from space, Seoul says

South Korea’s military says the satellite North Korea failed to put into orbit in May wasn’t advanced enough to conduct military reconnaissance from space as it claimed

Al Jazeera

In Singapore and Hong Kong, Korean dream tempts domestic helpers

South Korea is considering opening the door to foreign domestic workers as part of efforts to boost low birthrate.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

ROK body moves to disburse requisitioned labor funds

SEOUL -- South Korea's Foreign Ministry announced Monday that a South Korean foundation had begun procedures to deposit with local courts an amount equivalent to compensation for four plaintiffs who demand certain Japanese companies pay them for their labor in Japan during World War II, but who have refused to…

The Hindu

CBI to send judicial requests to U.K., UAE, S. Korea in bribery case against lobbyist Sanjay Bhandari

The CBI has alleged that Bhandari, as the director of UAE-based Santech International, entered into a criminal conspiracy.

The National (Scotland)

Celtic cancel pre-season trip to Korea as promoters blasted

Celtic have cancelled their pre-season tour of South Korea, it has been confirmed.

Glasgow Live

Celtic withdraw from South Korea pre-season tour as club detail reasons behind decision

The Hoops have announced they have withdrawn from their match as part of a planned tour due to 'numerous financial and logistical operations' not met by the tour promoter.

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