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Israel agrees to U.S. ceasefire plan, Hamas' approval awaited
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted an American "bridging proposal" aimed at securing a ceasefire in Gaza. The proposal now awaits approval from Hamas. Blinken and Netanyahu held talks in Tel Aviv, which Netanyahu described as "positive." Netanyahu reaffirmed his commitment to a U.S.-proposed plan that includes the release of hostages held by Hamas, while also add
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Hezbollah's new video reveals underground threat amid rising tensions
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - A recent Hezbollah video showcasing an underground tunnel network serves as a warning to its adversaries but leaves many specifics unclear. The video, titled "Our Mountains, Our Treasures," features fighters driving trucks and motorbikes through well-lit underground roads, some carrying what appear to be missiles. This suggests a vast tunnel system used to store and launch weapons, a resource Hezbollah could leverage in any future conflict with
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U.S. greenlights sale of Apache attack helicopters to Korea
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - Korea is expected to procure attack helicopters and relevant equipment from the United States. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) said on Monday that the U.S. State Department has approved the sale of up to three dozen AH-64E Apache attack helicopters and other weapons to Korea. The procurement, estimated to cost approximately $3.5 billion (4.7 trillion Korean won), is being made under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) program, which is p
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Amorepacific's Hera expands into Thai market
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - Hera, a contemporary beauty brand under Amorepacific, has officially launched in Thailand, marking a significant step in its global expansion strategy. The brand’s first Thai store opened on Aug. 8 in Bangkok’s Central Chidlom department store, located in the bustling Chidlom shopping district. The launch event attracted 200 global media representatives and influencers, featuring brand introductions, makeup demonstrations and beauty routine
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Online retailer's shutdown fuels fears of wide re-commerce crisis in Korea
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - The sudden closure of online retailer Allets is sparking fears of a wider crisis in Korea’s e-commerce industry. The company, which sells furniture and home appliances, announced on its website Friday that it would cease operations on Aug. 31 due to "unavoidable management circumstances." The notice came amid an ongoing e-commerce payment crisis that led to two platforms, Tmon and WeMakePrice, seeking court rehabilitation late last
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BTS member Suga to face music for alleged drunk driving
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - Suga, a member of K-pop boy band BTS, is set to be summoned for questioning over allegations of drunk driving, police said Monday. The 31-year-old star was caught driving an electric scooter last week, sparking global debate about his future with the seven-member group. Suga, currently serving his mandatory military service in a public-sector desk job, issued an apology on Aug. 13, admitting that he drove the scooter after having dinner and drinks. T
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N. Korean soldier defects across border to South
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - A North Korean soldier defected to South Korea by crossing the border in Goseong, Gangwon Province, military authorities here said on Tuesday. The soldier, identified as a sergeant, was monitored as he moved south from the military demarcation line (MDL) in the eastern frontline within the operational area of the 22nd Infantry Division. The defector has been handed over to relevant authorities for investigation and apparently expressed his intention
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PHOTOS: Seoul mayor honors Olympic athletes
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) – Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon hosted a luncheon at City Hall on Monday for 15 Olympic athletes and coaches from Seoul City sports teams. City athletes competed in 10 events at the 2024 Paris Olympics, winning five gold medals, one silver, and one bronze. South Korea placed eighth in the Games with 13 gold medals, nine silver medals, and 10 bronze medals.
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Chinese Premier to visit Russia and Belarus for diplomatic meetings
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) -Chinese Premier Li Qiang is set to embark on a diplomatic journey to Russia and Belarus from Aug. 20 to 23. This visit comes at the invitation of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Belarusian Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko. In Russia, Li will lead the 29th regular meeting between Chinese and Russian heads of government. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning emphasized the importance of this meeting in implementing agreements between
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OPINION: Kamala Harris' polls surge stalls ahead of Democratic National Convention
SEOUL, August 20 (AJU PRESS) - The U.S. presidential election will be held on Nov. 5. In analyst Nate Silver's aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 47.1–44.6 percent with 4.2 percent for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In my previous U.S. politics article last Wednesday, Harris led Trump by 46.8–43.7 percent. Joe Biden's final position before his withdrawal as Democratic candidate on July 21 was a national poll deficit agains
August 20, 2024
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INTERVIEW: Seoul aims to boost walkability with '30-minute neighborhoods,' chief architect says
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Indonesian president among 6 million taxpayers in alleged data leak
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Korean gov't debt-to-GDP ratio hits record high
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Most foreign students opt for job opportunities in Korea instead of returning home
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Nintendo sues developer of 'Palworld' game for patent infringement
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Korean, Vietnamese authorities bust mobile smishing ring
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LIG Nex1 signs 3.7 trillion won missile deal with Iraq
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Qatar Investment Authority targets new growth in Australia, Korea and Japan
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China launches navigation satellites
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Tata Group, Analog Devices join hands on chip production in India