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Rachel Park (630 Posts)

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  Trapped in China: Tourists Held Hostage in Store Standoff 2024.04.17 A group of Chinese tourists were trapped in a store for several hours after refusing to make purchases. According to foreign media outlets such as the South China Morning Post (SCMP), 37 local tourists who visited Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture in Yunnan Province, China, on the 26th of last month were confined in a bedding […]
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  China's Population Crisis: A Threat to Its Economic Supremacy? 2024.04.16 Elderly population expected to reach 38% by 2050Retirement age at 60, the world’s lowestThe Hukou System hinders economic growthUrbanization rate must reach 75-80% As China faces complex issues of economic slowdown, low birth rate, and aging population, its status as the world’s second-largest economy is wavering. The Economist recently introduced a solution for China’s population crisis. […]
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  Seattle Mayor Makes Historic Visit to Seoul, Strengthening Ties 2024.04.16 Source: City of Seoul Bruce Harrell, the first Asian-American Mayor of Seattle and son of a war veteran led a large economic delegation on a visit to Seoul on April 15. During their meeting, Mayor Oh Se Hoon introduced the Climate Companion Card, part of Seoul’s key policy, the Special City of Companionship and Charm. […]
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  China's Top Official: 'We Need to Hold Onto Bottom Line of National Security For the Development of Hong Kong" 2024.04.16 Reuters, Yonhap News A high-ranking Chinese government official in charge of Hong Kong policy emphasized the legitimacy of the Hong Kong version of the National Security Law (Hong Kong National Security Law), which went into full effect last March. According to Reuters on the 15th, Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macao Affairs […]
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  ATEEZ Rocks Coachella, Writes New Chapter in K-Pop History 2024.04.16 K-pop boy group ATEEZ has showcased its masterful stage presence. ATEEZ successfully concluded their first performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (hereafter Coachella) on the 12th (local time), earning rave reviews from international media. Billboard USA highlighted ATEEZ’s performance as one of the Best Moments of Coachella Day 1, stating, “ATEEZ closed […]
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  China Opens Mount Everest: Climbers Welcome After Three-Year Hiatus 2024.04.16 China is set to allow foreign climbers to ascend Mount Everest for the first time in nearly three years since the outbreak of COVID-19. Mount Everest  According to foreign media such as CNN, the China Tibet Mountaineering Association (CTMA) announced that it will fully open the northern Tibet route of Everest this spring climbing season. […]
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  China Calls for Calm in Iran-Israel Conflict 2024.04.16 Amid fears that a potential retaliation by Israel against Iran could escalate into a full-blown war, China has expressed its stance, urging “all relevant parties to remain calm and restrained so that tensions do not escalate.” Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian urged restraint between Iran and Israel during a regular briefing on the 15th. […]
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  North Korean Leader and Chinese Official Hold Talks on Deepening Ties 2024.04.16 During his visit to North Korea, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with China’s Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, Zhao Leji. According to Yonhap News, on the 14th, the Korean Central News Agency reported that Kim met with the Chinese Party and government delegation that officially visited North Korea […]
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  Nike Faces Backlash Over Revealing Track Uniforms: Sexism in Sports? 2024.04.15 The recently revealed uniforms for the U.S. women’s track team for the 2024 Paris Olympics are sparking controversy due to their revealing design, reminiscent of swimwear. According to foreign media outlets like AP News on the 14th (local time), Nike unveiled the uniforms for the U.S. track team during the Nike Air Innovation Summit in […]
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  Girl Group LE SSERAFIM Faces Criticism for Lackluster Coachella Performance 2024.04.15 On the 13th (local time), K-Pop girl group LE SSERAFIM performed at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, one of the largest music festivals in the U.S., and met with local fans. Despite excitement from local fans, they faced domestic and international criticism for their perceived lack of skill. Their set included the unreleased […]
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  United States: 'We Will Continue to Support Israel's Defense' 2024.04.15 Secretary Blinken: “We don’t want things to escalate.” U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken conveyed his stance to prevent escalation into a fifth Middle East war amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. According to the Department of State, on the 14th (local time), Secretary Blinken emphasized in a call with Minister of Foreign Affairs […]
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  Japan Urges Citizens to Halt Trips to Iran: Nationwide Level 3 Alert Imposed 2024.04.15 Risk Level of Tehran and Other Locations Elevated to 3 from 1Concerns Mount over Escalation and Potential Israeli RetaliationWestern Nations Expect Response to Attack by the 15th In the aftermath of Iran’s attack on Israel, the Japanese government has raised its Travel Advisory Level for most regions of Iran, including Tehran, from Level 1: Exercise […]
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  Scottie Scheffler's Stellar Performance Earns Second Masters Title 2024.04.15 Scottie Scheffler of the United States clinched his second individual career Masters victory. On the 15th (Korean time), Scheffler secured the championship at the 88th Masters Tournament held at Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, USA, with a final total of 11 under par, completing 277 strokes. As the world’s number-one ranked golfer, Scheffler has […]
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  Ukraine to Purchase Chinese Drones 2024.04.13 U.S. drones cost thousands of dollars more per unitDevelopment limitations due to compliance with communication standardsBan on Chinese components hinders performance As the Russia-Ukraine war turns into a drone battlefield with drones being actively used, Ukraine is extensively using Chinese drones that are superior in terms of price and performance compared to American ones, according […]
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  Countering China: US-Japan Alliance Commits $2.5 Billion to Philippine Defense 2024.04.13 Ahead of the first tripartite summit between the United States, Japan, and the Philippines, a bipartisan bill was introduced in the U.S. Senate on the 10th (local time) to strengthen the Philippines’ defense with $2.5 billion in support. According to Reuters, former ambassadors to Japan, Republican Senator Bill Hagerty, and Democratic Senator Tim Kaine, introduced […]
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  North Korea's Hidden Soviet Connection Exposed by Russian Traveler - Part 2 2024.04.13 On January 14 this year, North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui visited Russia for talks. This was followed by a visit from the North Korean Agricultural Technology Delegation on February 9. On February 12, the WPK’s delegation attended “The Forum of Supporters of the Struggle Against Modern Neocolonialism” upon the invitation of the ruling […]
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  North Korea's Hidden Soviet Connection Exposed by Russian Traveler - Part 1 2024.04.13 CNN featured a story about Ilya Voskresensky, a Russian woman who visited North Korea. After much deliberation, Ilya decided to visit North Korea, stating that she wanted to compare the country to the old Soviet Union. Reflecting on her experience, she said, “It felt like traveling back in time. There were no advertisements in the […]
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  North Korea's New Slogan: Unite in Patriotism for Economic Growth 2024.04.13 A new slogan, “Unite in Patriotism for the Economy,” has taken root across North Korea, including in Pyongyang. On April 12, the Chosun Sinbo reported that patriotism and unity are the driving forces behind North Korea’s national revival strategy. The report emphasizes that every economic sector and unit should adopt this slogan in practice. According […]
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  1 in 3 Gen Z Americans Identify as LGBTQ, New Study Reveals 2024.04.12 The number of American adults identifying as LGBTQ+ has significantly increased from 3.6% in 2013 to 7.6% in 2023 Three out of ten of Generation Z in the United States consider themselves to be sexual minorities, according to a survey. The findings were reported in the April 9th issue of the Numbers weekly report by […]
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  The Silent Epidemic: Drug Use Surges Among Korean Youth 2024.04.12 Recent survey results from the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety reveal a concerning rise in drug use, particularly among younger demographics. According to the survey, 3 out of every 100 adults have used at least one type of illegal drug. The perception that South Korea is no longer a drug-free nation is also gaining […]