Super Typhoon “Kong-rey” Causes Widespread Devastation
MANILA/TAIPEI/SEOUL/TOKYO – As super typhoon “Kong-rey” continues its path through East Asia, it has left a trail of destruction in the Philippines, Taiwan, and South Korea, prompting urgent preparations in Japan for the storm’s arrival. In the Philippines, “Kong-rey” unleashed … Continue reading Super Typhoon “Kong-rey” Causes Widespread Devastation
Korea Independent Film Festival opens in Berlin
BERLIN – Last Friday, the “Korea Independent Film Festival” (October 25 to November 4) was inaugurated for the eighth time at the historic Babylon cinema in Berlin. This year’s festival features 10 Korean films, consisting of 7 feature films and … Continue reading Korea Independent Film Festival opens in Berlin
North Korea officially declares South Korea an enemy
PYONGYANG – In an unprecedented amendment to its constitution, North Korea has declared South Korea its principal enemy. This development marks a dramatic turning point in the already tense relations between the two countries on the Korean Peninsula. The state … Continue reading North Korea officially declares South Korea an enemy
North Korea cuts land connections to South Korea
SEOUL – The North Korean regime, led by Kim Jong-un, has announced a further escalation of its country’s isolation. The state news agency KCNA reported that all road and rail connections to the southern neighbor South Korea are to be … Continue reading North Korea cuts land connections to South Korea
Airport revolution: 100 milliliter liquid rule abolished
SINGAPORE – The world of travel is experiencing a significant change as the notorious 100-milliliter rule for liquids in carry-on luggage is being lifted at some international airports. This development is a milestone for air passengers, who can now look … Continue reading Airport revolution: 100 milliliter liquid rule abolished
South Korea confused with Communist neighbor
PARIS – The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris have been the subject of numerous scandals and controversies from the start – from the bizarre drag queen performance at the opening ceremony to the lack of adequate food with enough protein … Continue reading South Korea confused with Communist neighbor
Chinese traveling overseas to reach 228 million annually
SEOUL – The number of Chinese citizens traveling overseas is projected to reach 228 million annually by 2030, compared to 170 million in 2019, according to a new report titled ‘China Outbound Tourism Handbook 2023: 88 Practical Ways to Prepare … Continue reading Chinese traveling overseas to reach 228 million annually
Asian leaders determined to fight pandemic
TOKYO – Financial leaders from China, Japan, South Korea and Southeast Asia vowed to redouble their efforts to help the region recover economically from the novel coronavirus and to defend a multilateral system of trade and investment. “We will remain … Continue reading Asian leaders determined to fight pandemic
South Korea to review inviting Kim Jong Un to ASEAN summit
Seoul – South Korea’s presidential Blue House said Monday that it will consider inviting Kim Jong Un, leader of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), to the South Korea-ASEAN summit later this year. Senior Blue House press secretary Yoon … Continue reading South Korea to review inviting Kim Jong Un to ASEAN summit
S. Korea, DPRK hold road connection ceremony
Seoul — About 100 South Korean passengers boarded a train early Wednesday in Seoul station for a rare trip to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK). They were given souvenir tickets with a message saying “Thank you for joining … Continue reading S. Korea, DPRK hold road connection ceremony