South Korea Passes Law Banning Dog Meat Sales
Dog meat has officially been taken off the menu in South Korea after lawmakers approved a ban on its sale on Tuesday, Semaphore reported. The ban is expected to come into effect in 2027, after decades of campaigning by animal rights activists to save the lives of dogs. semaphores. As Korean culture modernizes, only 5% […]
North Korea Prepares Launch Of Second Spy Satellite After Failed Attempt
North Korea is preparing to launch a spy satellite into orbit after a failed launch earlier this year, The Associated Press reported. North Korea plans to launch a satellite in late August or early September and will resume long-range missile tests, the Associated Press reported. report. The increased military aggression comes in response to upcoming […]
‘Conversation’ Started With North Korea Over Fate Of US Soldier, UN Says
US-led security forces in the region announced Monday that a “dialogue” had begun with North Korea over US Army Private Travis King, who disappeared into the north beyond the demilitarized zone (DMZ) between the closed country and its southern neighbor on Tuesday, according to media reports. The deputy commander of the United Nations Command (UNC), […]
Mother Of US Soldier Who Allegedly Ran Across Border To North Korea Rejects Claims He Did It Intentionally
The mother of a US soldier reportedly detained by North Korean authorities on suspicion of entering North Korea without authorization has spoken out, denying allegations that her son entered the country on purpose. Claudine Gates: ‘I can’t believe Travis would do something like that’ Said ABC News coverage on Tuesday night. When she told Gates […]
UN Says American Is Being Held In North Korea After Crossing Border
The United Nations Command said Tuesday morning that an American was detained in North Korea after crossing the country’s southern border without permission. An American citizen was on a Joint Security Area (JSA) orientation tour and crossed the Military Demarcation Line into North Korea without permission. according to To a tweet from the United Nations […]
Death Toll Rises To 40 In South Korea Floods
Torrential rains have caused flooding and landslides, killing at least 40 people as South Korea’s president vows to “overhaul” the country’s emergency preparedness for extreme weather. The rainy season in South Korea has reached its peak as torrential rain hit much of the country from July 13th. according to Reuters. At least 19 people have […]