Trump Rallies for Tariffs: Promises Tough Stance on China TradeFormer President Donald Trump has signaled that if he retakes the White House, he will use “high tariffs” as a weapon in tough negotiations with China and others, stating, “I firmly believe in tariffs.” Trump, who is virtually confirmed as the Republican presidential candidate, said in an interview with an economy media CNBC on the […]
China's Electric Car Empire: Exports Soar Past 1 Million MarkChina’s electric vehicle (EV) exports have rapidly increased over the past few years. China is expected to accelerate its EV exports by leveraging its competitive pricing. According to the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA) and the electric vehicle industry on the 12th, the total number of new energy vehicles (NEVs) exported from China, including EVs […]
From Underrated to All-Star Contender: Kim Ha Seong's Journey in MLB“Is there a player more underrated than Kim Ha Seong?” Kim Ha Seong (29, the San Diego Padres) could be honored with his first All-Star game start in his fourth year in the major league. On the 9th (Korean time), Bleacher Report listed and predicted 15 players who could make their first appearance in the […]
China's Economic Challenge: Insights from the Closed Two SessionsThe 14th Two Sessions will terminate with the National People’s Congress (NPC) closing on the afternoon of the 11th. The 10-day Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) closed a day earlier./Xinhua News Agency. The 14th session of China’s Two Sessions (National People’s Congress and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference) is expected to close smoothly […]
North Korea Celebrates International Women's DayOn International Women’s Day, Rodong Sinmun said,“The greatest fortune of women is to live with respect under the esteemed Kim Jong Un.” On March 8, North Korea celebrated International Women’s Day, urging women to show loyalty to Kim Jong Un and dedicate themselves to their assigned roles. The Workers’ Party newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, emphasized in […]
North Korea Responds to US-South Korea DrillsAmerican experts on North Korea say, “The possibility of war breaking out is the highest since the Korean War.” [Photo=Yonhap News] Amid predictions that North Korea will provoke in response to the South Korea-U.S. joint training Freedom of Shield (FS), which started on the 4th, it is being evaluated that they are responding with relatively […]
North Korean Authorities Visit Mongolia to Strengthen Diplomatic Relations Yonhap News It has been confirmed that North Korean authorities departed from Pyongyang on the 9th for a visit to Mongolia. This action is interpreted as North Korea’s intention to overturn the balance in Northeast Asia by turning the shock of the diplomatic relationship establishment between South Korea and Cuba into the foreign management of […]
North Korea Attempts to Jam GPS SignalsNorth Korea carried out dozens of rounds of artillery and self-propelled gun-firing training on the 7th. Yonhap News It was confirmed on the 8th that North Korea attempted to jam Global Positioning System (GPS) signals in response to the regular US-South Korea joint training Freedom Shield (FS). The Joint Chiefs of Staff detected several GPS […]
Despite Biden 'Red Line' Warning, Netanyahu Vows Rafah InvasionSaudi, Syria, Egypt, UAE announce the start of the Ramadan fastingMediating countries will continue to persuade for ceasefire during RamadanNetanyahu: “My Red Line is Not Repeating October 7” The Palestinian Gaza Strip is set to have the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan without a ceasefire. Ramadan holds profound significance as the holy month when the […]
China's $27 Billion Semiconductor Fund Signals Tech Hegemony Battle with USChina, emphasizing technological independence against U.S. high-tech regulations, has rolled up its sleeves to create a fund of at least $27 billion to foster its domestic semiconductor industry. The scale is expected to surpass the 200 billion yuan second fund in 2019, making it the largest ever. Reuters reported in September last year that the […]
Biden Slams Supreme Court for Rolling Back Abortion RightsFollowing his State of the Union address, President Biden criticizes the Supreme Court in an MSNBC interview. According to Axios, President Joe Biden criticized the federal Supreme Court for overturning the “Roe v. Wade” ruling that recognized women’s abortion rights up to six months of pregnancy, on the 9th (local time). During an interview with […]
Biden-Trump Tied in 'Super Tuesday' PollsAs the “rematch” between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump intensifies, a poll released on the 7th (local time) showed that both candidates had equal support. The poll did not reflect President Biden’s State of the Union Address on the 7th, leaving room for speculation about future trends. On the 10th (local time), […]
Biden Administration Mulls Blacklisting Chinese Semiconductor FirmsBloomberg reported on the 8th (local time) that the U.S. Joe Biden administration is considering additional sanctions against six Chinese semiconductor companies, including Changxin Memory Technologies (CXMT), a major Chinese DRAM semiconductor company. Bloomberg reports that the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) under the U.S. Department of Commerce is considering adding CXMT to the […]
President Yoon Suk Yeol: 'The Unification We Pursue is Based on the Universal Human Value'President Yoon Suk Yeol has received a work report from the Ministry of Unification and instructed them to make efforts to improve North Korean human rights. After receiving a policy direction report from the Ministry of Unification on the 7th, President Yoon said, “The unification we pursue is based on the universal human value, freedom, […]
Xi Jinping Signals China's Military Ambitions to Rival the U.S.Xi Jinping, General Secretary and President of China, emphasized the need to enhance the country’s defense capabilities at the full delegation meeting of the People’s Liberation Army and the Armed Police Force at the 2nd session of the 14th National People’s Congress held on the 7th. /Renmin Ribao. Xi Jinping, the General Secretary and President […]
South Korea's Senior Poverty Rate Hits 38.1%, Highest in OECD CountriesTwo years ago, the poverty rate among seniors in South Korea worsened to 38.1%, the highest level among the countries in the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). According to data from the Ministry of Health and Welfare and Statistics Korea’s Household Financial Welfare Survey on the 11th, the relative poverty rate of the […]
Debate Emerges Over S&P 500 Surge: Bubble or Sustainable Growth?A sign announcing Wall Street is in front of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) building. Reuters/Yonhap News The U.S. Standard & Poor’s (S&P) 500 index has been on a tremendous rise this year, repeatedly breaking its all-time highs. This has sparked a debate about whether the stock price is in a bubble. The controversy […]
Women Get More Health Benefits From Exercise Than Men, Study FindsA study has shown that women derive more health benefits from exercise than men. The study on the gender differences in health benefits obtained from exercise was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health and stimulates metabolic activity, contributing to overall well-being. However, the extent of these […]
Stress-Free Living: How Meditation Helps You Say Goodbye to StressMeditation helps calm the mind and body and focus on the present moment. It is widely known to be highly effective in relieving stress. The reasons why meditation helps in stress relief can be explained through several mechanisms. Why Meditation is Good for ‘Stress Relief’ 1. Reduction in Stress Response Meditation decreases the activity of […]
10 Surprising Benefits of Snacking on Pumpkin SeedsPumpkin seeds have been utilized as a health food in various cultures for a long time. These tiny seeds are rich in nutrients and provide several health benefits. Pumpkin seeds are ideal for inclusion in a daily diet as they possess various advantages, such as promoting cardiovascular health, improving prostate health, and enhancing sleep quality. […]
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