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Reuters: Trump Heading to Palm Beach Convention Center to Meet Supporters

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U.S. Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is reportedly heading to the Palm Beach County Convention Center in Florida to address his supporters at an election night rally. That is according to Reuters on Wednesday, citing an unnamed official from the former president’s election camp. Trump, ...

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N. Korea Slams EU for Proposing Human Rights Resolution

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North Korea has slammed the European Union(EU) for moving to adopt a resolution to address human rights violations in the North.  In an announcement carried by the state-run Korean Central News Agency, the North’s permanent mission to the UN criticized the EU for following what it called the United ...

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S. Korea, 9 Other Countries Express ‘Grave Concerns’ about N. Korean Troops in Russia

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South Korea, the United States and eight other countries have expressed “grave concerns” about the deployment of North Korean troops to Russia, saying Pyongyang’s direct support for Moscow’s war in Ukraine would be a “dangerous” expansion of the conflict. The top diplomats of ten countries and ...

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US Congresswoman of Korean Descent Wins Third Term in Washington’s 10th District

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Marilyn Strickland, a U.S. congresswoman of Korean descent, has won a third term as the representative of Washington State’s Tenth District. According to the Associated Press, the Democratic congresswoman defeated her Republican rival, Don Hewitt, in Tuesday’s general elections, securing 58-point-three ...

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Operator of Japan’s Crippled Fukushima Nuclear Plant Retrieves Sample of Fuel Debris

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The operator of Japan’s Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant said it retrieved a small amount of melted fuel from one of the reactors for the first time since a major earthquake and tsunami crippled the nuclear facility in 2011. According to Japanese media outlets on Thursday, the Tokyo Electric Power ...

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Zelenskyy: N. Korea Already Seeing ‘Losses’ in Clashes with Ukraine

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reportedly said Thursday that “losses” have already been recorded among North Korean troops in Russia’s Kursk region in combat against Ukrainian forces.  According to Reuters and AFP on Thursday, Zelenskyy made the remarks in a press conference after the ...

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Putin Suggests Russia Could Hold Military Exercises with N. Korea

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Russia could hold military drills with North Korea.  According to Reuters and the Russian state news agency TASS, Putin mentioned the possibility during a plenary session of the annual meeting of the Valdai International Discussion Club in ...

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Korean American Congresswoman Young Kim Wins Third Term

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Korean American congresswoman Young Kim has won a third term in the U.S. House of Representatives in Tuesday’s general elections, serving California’s 40th District. According to the Associated Press, the Republican was certain to defeat her Democratic rival, Joe Kerr, with 74 percent of votes counted ...

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NATO, S. Korea and Other Indo-Pacific Partners Condemn N. Korea's Troop Deployment

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The North Atlantic Treaty Organization(NATO), along with its Indo-Pacific partners, including South Korea, strongly denounced North Korea's troop deployment to Russia in support of its military offensive against Ukraine. In a statement on Friday, NATO's top decision-making North Atlantic Council(NAC) ...

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OpenAI's ChatGPT Restored after Temporary Connection Failure

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Microsoft-backed OpenAI's popular chatbot ChatGPT was restored after a brief connection failure that affected thousands of users worldwide on Friday. In a statement on its website, OpenAI said that issues with ChapGPT have now been resolved. It said most users regained access by 4:34 p.m. Pacific ...

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Putin Signs into Law Mutual Defense Treaty with N. Korea

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly signed into law a treaty on the country's strategic partnership with North Korea, which includes a mutual defense provision. According to Russia's state-run TASS news agency, Putin signed the comprehensive strategic partnership treaty on ...

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Ukraine Commander: Numerous Reports of N. Korean Soldiers Preparing to Participate in Combat Operations

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Ukraine's top military commander, Oleksandr Syrskyi, reportedly said that his country has numerous reports of North Korean soldiers preparing to participate in combat operations alongside Russian forces. Reuters said on Sunday that Syrskyi made the remarks in a Facebook post on Saturday. In the ...

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Bitcoin Price Hits $80,000 Mark for First Time

[International] :
The price of Bitcoin surpassed the 80-thousand-dollar mark for the first time just days after Donald Trump’s reelection to the U.S. presidency.    According to the U.S. cryptocurrency exchange platform Coinbase, the world’s most popular cryptocurrency was worth 81-thousand-110 U.S. dollars at 1:25 a.m. ...

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Reports: 50,000 Russian, N. Korean Troops Preparing to Attack

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The Russian military has reportedly assembled a force of 50-thousand soldiers, including North Korean troops, to carry out an assault with the goal of reclaiming territory in Russia’s Kursk region.  Quoting a U.S. official on Sunday, CNN said Russia has amassed tens of thousands of troops to carry out ...

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N. Korea Admits Public Executions

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North Korea has for the first time admitted carrying out public executions, a form of punishment widely criticized by the international community as an extreme human rights violation. According to the British daily The Times on Sunday, Pak Kwang-ho, director of the North’s Central Court, made the rare ...

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Ukraine Claims to Have Intercepted N. Korean Radio Messages

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The Ukrainian military has revealed what it claims are intercepted radio communications between North Korean soldiers in the Russian territory of Kursk. The audio file, shared by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, features a male voice saying Korean words such as “wait” and “Seal two, one, ...

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Kyodo: S. Korea, US, Japan Coordinating Trilateral Summit during APEC

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South Korea, the United States and Japan are reportedly coordinating plans for a trilateral summit on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation(APEC) summit, set for this week in Peru. Quoting a Japanese government official, Japan’s Kyodo News said Monday that coordination is underway to hold ...

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US State Dept.: N. Korean Soldiers Fighting alongside Russians

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The U.S. State Department has confirmed that North Korean troops deployed to Russia’s Kursk region are engaging in combat against Ukraine. In a press briefing Tuesday, State Department spokesperson Vedant Patel said he can confirm that over ten-thousand North Korean soldiers have been sent to eastern ...

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S. Korea, US, Japan to Hold Second Trilateral Freedom Edge Exercise This Week

[International] :
South Korea, the United States and Japan are set to hold their trilateral multidomain Freedom Edge exercise this week.  According to South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff(JCS), this year’s second Freedom Edge exercise runs Wednesday to Friday in international waters south of Jeju Island.  The three ...

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Trump Moves Fast to Form Nat’l Security, Foreign Policy Teams

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Anchor: U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is moving fast to complete appointments for his national security and foreign policy teams, with his latest pick being veteran-turned-conservative news host Pete Hegseth to head the Pentagon. The incoming administration faces a number of foreign policy challenges, ...

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Blinken: N. Korea's Troop Deployment Will be Sternly Dealt with

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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that Washington will sternly respond to North Korea’s deployment of troops to the war in Ukraine.   Ahead of attending a meeting of the North Atlantic Council in Brussels on Wednesday, Blinken said North Korean troops have been sent to the battlefield ...

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10 Most Dangerous Cities in the World, Based on Homicide Rate

The most dangerous cities in the world are a major concern for residents, visitors, law enforcement and policymakers. While crime exists everywhere, some cities statistically experience consistently high crime levels. We turned to Statista, a global data and business intelligence platform, to find the hard numbers on the murder rate per capita in cities worldwide.




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Most Racist Countries in the World: A Global Look at Inequality

Assessing racial equity globally is complex, involving policies, cultural attitudes and systemic issues that impact minority communities differently across regions.




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How Many Muslim Countries Are in the World?

Islam is one of the world's largest religions, practiced by over 1.9 billion people across the globe — that's nearly a quarter of the world population. The world's Muslims are spread out across the globe, but the largest Muslim population is in the Middle East and other surrounding regions.




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20 Most Dangerous Cities in California

Whether you're looking for adventure, work opportunities, new scenery or better weather conditions, California cities represent a special, sunny place in the popular imagination. But before packing your bags and heading to the Golden State, you'll want to know which is the most dangerous city in California.




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The Hardest Languages to Learn (for English and Non-English Speakers)

The English language is challenging due to complicated grammar, inconsistent sentence structure and colloquial idioms that it doesn't share with related languages. However, English is a target language that sees significantly more resources and opportunities for immersion than many other languages.




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22 Famous Leaders Who Changed History Forever

You don't have to be a prime minister, civil war general, Nobel Peace Prize laureate or founding father to learn the strengths of famous leaders and better your own life. You can learn a lot from the greatest leaders in history — including what to do and what not to do — and prepare for your time to lead others.




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8 Most Densely Populated Cities in the World

Statistically, over half of the people reading this article live in a city, with a higher population density than rural or suburban areas. For instance, New York City has nearly 27,000 people crammed into each square mile (2.6 square km) of land.




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Cup of Joe: Origins of the Humble Coffee Nickname

Ah, the humble cup of joe — our reliable morning sidekick. It's hard to imagine a time when coffee didn't cost half your paycheck or come with a laundry list of milk options. But once upon a time, you could get a steaming mug for under a buck, no barista needed.




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Archangel Uriel Bore a Fiery Sword for Divine Justice

The Archangel Uriel is one of the seven angels who sit at the top of the heavenly food chain. He's one of seven archangels mentioned throughout Christian tradition. These archangels oversee God's legions of heavenly servants and help run the world as we know it.




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Metatron: Angel, Scribe and Former Human

Metatron, angel and mediator between God and humanity, is one of the most mysterious and powerful figures in angelology.




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12 Freest Countries in the World, According to the HFI

Everyone probably likes to imagine that they live in one of the freest countries in the world, but is "freedom" something that can even be quantified? Is there a definitive way to say that my country is more free than your country?




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These Are the Best Route Optimization Tools for Maximum Productivity

Customer satisfaction is crucial for any business, and a route optimizer can help you enhance it. By optimizing your driving routes, you can provide more accurate estimated arrival times to your customers. This allows them to plan their day accordingly and reduces the chances of missed or delayed appointments. Moreover, by optimizing your routes and minimizing the time spent on the road, you can offer faster and more reliable service to your customers. This can lead to increased customer loyalty and positive reviews, boosting your business reputation.




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Badger Maps Review: Navigating Your Sales Territory

Badger Maps is a cutting-edge sales territory management software that has revolutionized the way sales professionals plan and optimize their routes. With its innovative features and user-friendly interface, Badger Maps has become an indispensable tool for sales teams across various industries. In this article, we will take an in-depth look at Badger Maps, exploring its features and benefits, comparing it to traditional route planning methods, analyzing its pros and cons, and providing tips for maximizing productivity with this powerful tool.




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How Does AC Work in a Car?

If you're buying a new car, you know air conditioning is almost certainly a standard feature. But it wasn't long ago when AC was an expensive option. Find out how this now nearly universal feature works.




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How Do Exhaust Headers on a Car Work?

Headers can be used to improve the performance of your car's engine. Learn about headers and find out how exhaust headers can improve engine performance.




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What Is a Carburetor and Why Does Your Car Need the Part?

A carburetor regulates the flow of air and gasoline into the engine cylinders. Learn about carburetors and find out how a carburetor works.




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How Often Should You Wash Your Car? Not Just for Aesthetics

Some people love to do it, others hate it, but washing your car could add years to its life.




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What Is a Hybrid Car? Learn How Hybrid Vehicles Work

How does a hybrid car improve your gas mileage? And more importantly, does it pollute less just because it gets better gas mileage? Learn how hybrids work, plus get tips on how to drive a hybrid car for maximum efficiency.




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How Horsepower Works

Horsepower rates the engine performance of cars and even lawn mowers. Learn what horsepower means, how it is measured and how it works in high-performance cars.




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What Does a Radiator Do?

The radiator of your car is composed of tubes that carry the coolant fluid, a protective cap that’s actually a pressure valve, and a tank on each side to catch the coolant overflow. Learn more about how a radiator cap works from this article.




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Why the V Engine Remains a Top Choice for Car Enthusiasts

The V engine has been a favorite among car lovers for many years. Known for its unique design and powerful performance, it is the engine of choice for many vehicles today.




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'Free Cholsoo Lee' Named Outstanding Historical Documentary at 45th Emmys

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A documentary about a 1970s campaign in the United States to release a Korean immigrant, who was wrongfully convicted of murder, from prison was honored at this year's Emmy Awards. According to the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences(NATAS), the documentary, titled "Free Cholsoo ...

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Gov't Designates '2024 Hangeul Week' to Celebrate Creation of Korean Alphabet

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The government has designated the seven days from Friday to next Thursday as the "2024 Hangeul Week," on the occasion of the 578th Hangeul Day on October 9 to mark the creation of the Korean alphabet. According to the culture ministry on Monday, a number of cultural events that can help participants better ...

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KBS and 11 Other Organizations to Take Part in K-Content Strategic Fund

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To strengthen the global competitiveness of K-contents, eleven organizations will pool their resources to create a strategic fund worth approximately 600 billion won, or over 454 million U.S. dollars. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Ministry of Science and ICT announced Wednesday that ...

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Korean Pianist Lim Yunchan Wins Gramophone Classical Music Award

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Anchor: South Korean Pianist Lim Yunchan has won the Gramophone Classical Music Award in the piano category. This marks the first time that a Korean pianist has received the prestigious prize, often called the Oscars of the classical music world. Kim Bum-soo has more.   Report:   [Sound bite: Lim ...

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Korean Cultural Centers in 28 Countries to Mark Hangeul Day With Diverse Events

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The 31 Korean Cultural Centers in 28 countries around the world will hold various events promoting the value and beauty of Hangeul as South Korea will mark the 578th Hangeul Day on Wednesday.  The center in France will provide the first performance of a song created by South Korean composer Kim Dae-seong ...

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PM Han in Hangeul Day Speech: Nation Has Duty to Further Develop Korean Alphabet

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Prime Minister Han Duck-soo said the nation has a duty to further develop the Korean alphabet, hangeul, which has gained worldwide recognition as a unique writing system. At a government ceremony marking the 578th Hangeul Day on Wednesday, Han raised concerns about “indifference to the Korean language” ...

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Korean Proficiency Test to Expand to Six Sessions, 13 Countries in 2025

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Considering the growing popularity of the Korean language around the world, the government plans to double the number of internet-based Test of Proficiency in Korean(TOPIK) sessions and offer the test in more countries next year. According to the education ministry on Thursday, the online test, designed to ...

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Author Han Kang Wins 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature

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South Korean author Han Kang has won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature. The Swedish Academy made the announcement Thursday, making Han the second South Korean ever to win a Nobel Prize and the first to attain the honor in literature. The academy said it was awarding Han the prize “for her intense poetic ...

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