Opinion
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OPINION: Mpox outbreak in Africa was neglected – it could now turn into next global pandemic
SEOUL, August 19 (AJU PRESS) - The mpox outbreak in Africa is yet another example of how infectious diseases perceived to be "someone else's problem," and affecting mainly poor, developing countries, may suddenly pose unexpected global threats. Other examples of neglected diseases include the West Nile, Zika and Chikungunya viruses. Mpox was discovered in 1958 (in captive monkeys, hence the original misnomer "monkeypox") and the first human case was identi
August 19, 2024 -
Opinion: The rise of China's sports powerhouse at the Paris Olympics
KARACHI, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - The Paris Olympics, which wrapped up on August 11, marked a historic milestone for China. The Chinese delegation secured 40 gold, 27 silver, and 24 bronze medals, setting a new record for their best performance in overseas competition. This success wasn't just about the medal count; it was a testament to China's growing dominance in global sports. The fierce rivalry between China and the U.S. played out until the final day, echoing the tension
August 16, 2024 -
Opinion: Richard Nixon's Times – and Triumphs
KENOSHA, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - This month marks a half-century since President Richard M. Nixon resigned from office, so far the only chief executive officer of the United States to do so. As this indicates, his long career encompassed great failure, but he also enjoyed great triumphs. Nixon’s successes include important but rarely-mentioned 1957 civil rights legislation, the first since the Civil War era and a priority of the Eisenhower administration. The law created the
August 16, 2024 -
OPINION: SpaceX's Elon Musk endorsed Donald Trump for president – what this could mean for US space policy
SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) - Elon Musk officially endorsed Donald Trump for president of the United States on July 13, 2024, shortly after Trump survived an assassination attempt. Musk, a billionaire technology entrepreneur, has made groundbreaking contributions in multiple industries, particularly space travel and exploration. Even before Musk's endorsement, Trump was reportedly considering giving the billionaire an advisory role if elected for a second term. With Musk's
August 14, 2024 -
OPINION: New storm is headed for Caribbean: What meteorologists look for in early signs of future hurricane
SEOUL, August 13 (AJU PRESS) - When tropical meteorologists peer at satellite images, they often catch sight of subtle cloud formations hinting at something more ominous brewing. The first signs of a potential hurricane can be detected days before a storm gains its fierce momentum. Wispy cirrus clouds radiating outward, the appearance of curved banding low-level clouds and a drop in atmospheric pressure are all clues. These early clues are crucial for predicting the onset of what
August 13, 2024 -
Opinion: The ecommerce challenge: should we protect consumers or producers?
SEOUL, August 12 (AJU PRESS) - The negative reaction to the recent entry of Chinese companies into the e-commerce market raises a big question seldom asked in Korea that goes to the heart of an economic system based on choice and freedom. What comes first in a capitalist country – protecting competitors or the rights of consumers? Put another way, should a government protect competition or competitors? Chinese players entered the market last year just as the long-time Korean
August 12, 2024 -
Opinion: Have Paris Olympics cracked code of circular economy?
SEOUL, August 12 (AJU PRESS) - As the planet faces ever more pressing environmental challenges including fast dwindling natural resources, the idea of a circular economy is often put forward as a promising alternative. Sport organizations are no strangers to this trend. In France, a number of them are working hard to slash their events' carbon footprints. Ecotrail, for example, which organizes annual running contests in the suburbs of Paris, gifts public transport tickets to the
August 12, 2024 -
Opinion: Cancellation of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour shows is the latest incident in long history of concert terrorism
SEOUL, August 9 (AJU PRESS) - Taylor Swift's Eras' Tour concerts in Vienna, scheduled for August 8–10, have been cancelled due to a foiled terrorist plot. The events were expected to draw around 65,000 attendees each night. Two suspects have been arrested. The main suspect is a 19-year-old Austrian citizen who is believed to have pledged allegiance to Islamic State last month. Authorities found chemical substances in his possession and noted that he had been radicalize
August 9, 2024 -
Opinion: Russia's Relentless Suppression of Free Expression
KENOSHA, August 08 (AJU PRESS) - The release of targeted journalist Evan Gershkovich of "The Wall Street Journal" and 15 others politically imprisoned in Russia is cause for relief and rejoicing. Eight prisoners held in the West, including a murderer, were also released in the largest such exchange since the Cold War. Gershkovich represents a highly respected, influential-news organization. He also personifies Russia dictator’s Vladimir Putin’s long-term repr
August 8, 2024 -
Opinion: Imane Khelif controversy at Paris Olympics shows how sex testing in women's sports puts regulators in impossible bind
SEOUL, August 8 (AJU PRESS) - In their preliminary 2024 Olympic women's boxing match, Algeria's Imane Khelif delivered a painful blow to the face of Italy's Angela Carini, who abandoned the fight after 46 seconds. "I've never been hit with such a powerful punch," Carini told reporters after the match. The incident might have been relatively uncontroversial were it not for what had happened during the 2023 International Boxing Association (IBA) Women's W
August 8, 2024
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PHOTOS: Ottoman-style Mehter band performs at War Memorial of Korea
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Türkiye's iconic military band performs at Seoul's War Memorial
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PHOTOS: Seoul event marks Veterans Week
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LG Electronics estimates 20% decline in operating profit
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Ambassador lodges complaint as China lays claim to authentic South Korean dishes
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Financial watchdog probes 'overheated' battle for control of Korea Zinc
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Samsung Electronics estimates lower-than-expected Q3 earnings
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Festival offers Vietnamese culinary delights
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INTERVIEW: Now is prime time to promote Hangeul amid K-pop's global popularity, scholar says
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Lawmakers call for probe into 4 trillion-won cryptocurrency fraud