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ZAZY's Dad's Parenting Style Justified or Abuse?Japanese comic ZAZY, whose real name is Toshiyuki Akai, has been in the spotlight recently for talking about the strict upbringing he had from his father. His father used an authoritarian parenting style, sometimes called “Spartan education.” On April 15, ZAZY mentioned his parents’ strict educational approach on social media. ZAZY confessed about his school […]
South Korea's Election Night More Entertaining Than Hollywood BlockbustersForeign media paid attention to this year’s April 10 general election vote-counting broadcast, which featured dazzling graphics and parodies of famous drama scenes. On April 10 (local time), the UK’s BBC posted an article titled Is this K-drama? No, it’s South Korea’s election night, noting the dramatic flair of Korea’s election broadcasts. The BBC reported, […]
North Korean Teenagers Killed for Watching South Korean Videos: Shocking Human Rights Abuses RevealedThe Ministry of Unification publicly released the North Korean Human Rights Report for the first time last year (2023), which they compiled from 2017 to 2022. The report, based on the testimonies of over 500 North Korean defectors, documents over 1,600 cases of human rights abuses. The publicly released contents reveal rampant public executions, inhumane […]
Chinese Pop Idol Silence Wang's Career Under Fire Amidst Sexual Harassment ClaimsSilence Wang’s social media Chinese singer-songwriter Silence Wang, beloved for his string of hits, finds himself embroiled in sexual harassment allegations, sparking online controversy. Foreign media outlet 8world reported on April 14 that a post exposing Wang’s alleged sexual harassment recently surfaced online. A post originating from an anonymous source began circulating online. The post […]
North Korean Workers' Strike in China: Fight Against Wage Theft and ExploitationRecently, the Asahi Shimbun reported that cracks are appearing in North Korea’s foreign currency earnings due to wage non-payment and long-term refusal to allow return to the home country, leading to strikes by North Korean workers dispatched to China. According to a report by the Asahi Shimbun on the 14th, it was reported that North […]
BTS Jungkook to BLACKPINK Rosé: K-pop Stars Show Off Their Adorable Pets on Social MediaJoining the trend of celebrity pet owners, BTS’s Jungkook recently launched a social media account for his adorable dog, Bam. But Jungkook isn’t the only one! K-pop stars like Rosé from BLACKPINK, Joy from Red Velvet, and Taeyeon from Girls’ Generation have all created accounts to share their furry companions with the world. Get ready […]
Costco Gold Bars Sell Out Despite Premium Price: Here's WhyCostco Gold Bars Sold Out 24-carat Gold Bar for $2,400 2% Cash Back on Purchase Costco, a well-known warehouse discount store in the U.S., is experiencing explosive popularity for a product that has been selling out for several consecutive days. This product is none other than the gold bars sold at Costco, which were launched […]
Cyber War: North Korea's $3.4 Billion Heist UnveiledOn the 4th, South Korean Ambassador to the UN, Hwang Joon Kook, participated in the Aria-formula meeting on cyber security held at the UN headquarters in New York, co-hosted by the U.S., South Korea, and Japan. This meeting discussed cyber attacks, such as ransomware, as a new factor damaging international peace and security. Ambassador Hwang […]
Iran's Unprecedented Attack on Israel: Biden's 'Ironclad' Promise of Support From the night of the 13th to the morning of the 14th (local time), Iran launched an attack on Israel, firing nearly 300 drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles. This military retaliation comes 12 days after Israel’s airstrike on the Iranian consulate in Syria on the 1st of this month, which resulted in the assassination […]
Russia's Veto Power Under Fire: Violating UN Decisions with North Korea Arms TradeOn April 11th, Robert Wood, the U.S. Deputy Representative to the UN, criticized the weapons trade between North Korea and Russia during a meeting of the UN Security Council. Wood stated in a meeting themed on Peace and Security in Ukraine that “Russia is blatantly procuring ballistic missiles and other weapons from North Korea, violating […]
Gavin Teo's Unexpected On-Screen Reunion with Ex-Girlfriend's MomPhoto= Gavin Teo·Chen Yi Xin social media Actor Gavin Teo has shared the screen with Xiang Yun, the mother of his ex-girlfriend, Chen Yi Xin, in a drama. According to an interview with the foreign media outlet 8days on April 14, Malaysian actor Gavin Teo responded to the question “How have you been after the […]
Fan Bingbing's Latest Post Raises Eyebrows: Is She Hinting at a Career Comeback?Fan Bingbing social media Actress Fan Bingbing, whose career in China has been on hold due to a tax evasion controversy, recently gave fans a glimpse into her life through facing negative scrutiny. On April 12, Fan Bingbing shared several photos on social media. She was seen striking various poses in traditional Thai attire, with […]
Hong Kong Singer Andy Hui Opens Up About Affair ScandalHong Kong singer Andy Hui, embroiled in a past controversy, recently made headlines for his first on-air acknowledgment of the incident during a television appearance. On April 13, Andy Hui appeared on the talk show “Zhishan Dates You” and discussed the affair that had sparked controversy. Previously, in April 2019, Hui was embroiled in an […]
North Korean University in Crisis: Student Faces Expulsion Amid Financial HardshipsExpulsion from Pyongsong Medical UniversityFailure to Complete Social Duties from School QuotasFailure to Deliver Required Goods by Deadline Recent controversies have arisen in North Korea over issues related to the performance of school quotas. A university student from Pyongan South Province was threatened with expulsion for failing to complete school quotas, leading to a complaint […]
Famed Chinese Artist Engaged to Woman 50 Years YoungerFamous Chinese artist Fan Zeng (85) has revealed his new fiancée, who is 50 years his junior. Following his wife’s passing, Fan Zeng shared on social media that he experienced a period of grief and isolation. However, he expressed his gratitude to Xu Meng for her care and support, which helped him heal emotionally and […]
South Korea-China Trade Surplus Exceeds $1 Trillion, North Korea Remains in DeficitNorth Korea’s Trade Deficit Increases AnnuallyDependence on Chinese Trade Surpasses 95% South Korea Records $1 Trillion Trade Surplus North Korea is recording a substantial trade deficit with China each year. VOA (Voice of America) has analyzed, based on the North-China trade balance data from the Chinese Customs General Administration, Korea Trade Association, and Korea Trade-Investment […]
Taiwanese Star Cheryl Hsieh's Fall After Infidelity ScandalTaiwanese star Cheryl Hsieh, who had an affair with a married man, directly confronted the media outlet that reported her scandal. On April 11th, Hsieh shared a cryptic video on Instagram Stories. Standing outside the office of Mirror Weekly, a media outlet with whom she seemingly has a significant history, she delivered a message of […]
HK Actor's Teen Son Living Together with 46-Year-Old WomanCecila Cheung social media Hong Kong actors Nicholas Tse (43) and Cecilia Cheung (43) have been swept up in rumors that their eldest son, Lucas Tse (17), is living together with a 46-year-old female instructor. On April 8, the foreign media outlet 8 Days reported that Lucas, the eldest son, is dating a woman 29 […]
Japanese Pageant Winner Exposes Sexual Harassment OrdealA recent winner of a Japanese pageant, Ruru Yamada, has spoken out about facing unwelcome sexual advances from a supporter. This incident has sparked outrage online. On April 12, Maidona News reported that the winner of CAMPUSGIRLS2024, Yamada, was pressured to engage in sexual relations by a supporter and was threatened when she refused. Yamada […]
Kim Jong Un's Unexpected Dinner Party: A Show of Strength or a Call for Loyalty?According to the Korean Central News Agency, on the 10th, Kim Jong Un visited and provided on-site guidance at the Kim Jong Il Military Academy, which trains top military commanders. Kim toured various academy facilities, including classrooms, dormitories, cafeterias, and operational research rooms. Additionally, the report mentioned that Kim hosted a dinner with the faculty […]
ZAZY's Dad's Parenting Style Justified or Abuse? Japanese comic ZAZY, whose real name is Toshiyuki Akai, has been in the spotlight recently for talking about the strict upbringing he had from his father. His father used an authoritarian parenting style, sometimes called “Spartan education.” On April 15, ZAZY mentioned his parents’ strict educational approach on social media. ZAZY confessed about his school […]
South Korea's Election Night More Entertaining Than Hollywood Blockbusters Foreign media paid attention to this year’s April 10 general election vote-counting broadcast, which featured dazzling graphics and parodies of famous drama scenes. On April 10 (local time), the UK’s BBC posted an article titled Is this K-drama? No, it’s South Korea’s election night, noting the dramatic flair of Korea’s election broadcasts. The BBC reported, […]
North Korean Teenagers Killed for Watching South Korean Videos: Shocking Human Rights Abuses Revealed The Ministry of Unification publicly released the North Korean Human Rights Report for the first time last year (2023), which they compiled from 2017 to 2022. The report, based on the testimonies of over 500 North Korean defectors, documents over 1,600 cases of human rights abuses. The publicly released contents reveal rampant public executions, inhumane […]
Chinese Pop Idol Silence Wang's Career Under Fire Amidst Sexual Harassment Claims Silence Wang’s social media Chinese singer-songwriter Silence Wang, beloved for his string of hits, finds himself embroiled in sexual harassment allegations, sparking online controversy. Foreign media outlet 8world reported on April 14 that a post exposing Wang’s alleged sexual harassment recently surfaced online. A post originating from an anonymous source began circulating online. The post […]
North Korean Workers' Strike in China: Fight Against Wage Theft and Exploitation Recently, the Asahi Shimbun reported that cracks are appearing in North Korea’s foreign currency earnings due to wage non-payment and long-term refusal to allow return to the home country, leading to strikes by North Korean workers dispatched to China. According to a report by the Asahi Shimbun on the 14th, it was reported that North […]
BTS Jungkook to BLACKPINK Rosé: K-pop Stars Show Off Their Adorable Pets on Social Media Joining the trend of celebrity pet owners, BTS’s Jungkook recently launched a social media account for his adorable dog, Bam. But Jungkook isn’t the only one! K-pop stars like Rosé from BLACKPINK, Joy from Red Velvet, and Taeyeon from Girls’ Generation have all created accounts to share their furry companions with the world. Get ready […]
Costco Gold Bars Sell Out Despite Premium Price: Here's Why Costco Gold Bars Sold Out 24-carat Gold Bar for $2,400 2% Cash Back on Purchase Costco, a well-known warehouse discount store in the U.S., is experiencing explosive popularity for a product that has been selling out for several consecutive days. This product is none other than the gold bars sold at Costco, which were launched […]
Cyber War: North Korea's $3.4 Billion Heist Unveiled On the 4th, South Korean Ambassador to the UN, Hwang Joon Kook, participated in the Aria-formula meeting on cyber security held at the UN headquarters in New York, co-hosted by the U.S., South Korea, and Japan. This meeting discussed cyber attacks, such as ransomware, as a new factor damaging international peace and security. Ambassador Hwang […]
Iran's Unprecedented Attack on Israel: Biden's 'Ironclad' Promise of Support From the night of the 13th to the morning of the 14th (local time), Iran launched an attack on Israel, firing nearly 300 drones, ballistic missiles, and cruise missiles. This military retaliation comes 12 days after Israel’s airstrike on the Iranian consulate in Syria on the 1st of this month, which resulted in the assassination […]
Russia's Veto Power Under Fire: Violating UN Decisions with North Korea Arms Trade On April 11th, Robert Wood, the U.S. Deputy Representative to the UN, criticized the weapons trade between North Korea and Russia during a meeting of the UN Security Council. Wood stated in a meeting themed on Peace and Security in Ukraine that “Russia is blatantly procuring ballistic missiles and other weapons from North Korea, violating […]
Gavin Teo's Unexpected On-Screen Reunion with Ex-Girlfriend's Mom Photo= Gavin Teo·Chen Yi Xin social media Actor Gavin Teo has shared the screen with Xiang Yun, the mother of his ex-girlfriend, Chen Yi Xin, in a drama. According to an interview with the foreign media outlet 8days on April 14, Malaysian actor Gavin Teo responded to the question “How have you been after the […]
Fan Bingbing's Latest Post Raises Eyebrows: Is She Hinting at a Career Comeback? Fan Bingbing social media Actress Fan Bingbing, whose career in China has been on hold due to a tax evasion controversy, recently gave fans a glimpse into her life through facing negative scrutiny. On April 12, Fan Bingbing shared several photos on social media. She was seen striking various poses in traditional Thai attire, with […]
Hong Kong Singer Andy Hui Opens Up About Affair Scandal Hong Kong singer Andy Hui, embroiled in a past controversy, recently made headlines for his first on-air acknowledgment of the incident during a television appearance. On April 13, Andy Hui appeared on the talk show “Zhishan Dates You” and discussed the affair that had sparked controversy. Previously, in April 2019, Hui was embroiled in an […]
North Korean University in Crisis: Student Faces Expulsion Amid Financial Hardships Expulsion from Pyongsong Medical UniversityFailure to Complete Social Duties from School QuotasFailure to Deliver Required Goods by Deadline Recent controversies have arisen in North Korea over issues related to the performance of school quotas. A university student from Pyongan South Province was threatened with expulsion for failing to complete school quotas, leading to a complaint […]
Famed Chinese Artist Engaged to Woman 50 Years Younger Famous Chinese artist Fan Zeng (85) has revealed his new fiancée, who is 50 years his junior. Following his wife’s passing, Fan Zeng shared on social media that he experienced a period of grief and isolation. However, he expressed his gratitude to Xu Meng for her care and support, which helped him heal emotionally and […]
South Korea-China Trade Surplus Exceeds $1 Trillion, North Korea Remains in Deficit North Korea’s Trade Deficit Increases AnnuallyDependence on Chinese Trade Surpasses 95% South Korea Records $1 Trillion Trade Surplus North Korea is recording a substantial trade deficit with China each year. VOA (Voice of America) has analyzed, based on the North-China trade balance data from the Chinese Customs General Administration, Korea Trade Association, and Korea Trade-Investment […]
Taiwanese Star Cheryl Hsieh's Fall After Infidelity Scandal Taiwanese star Cheryl Hsieh, who had an affair with a married man, directly confronted the media outlet that reported her scandal. On April 11th, Hsieh shared a cryptic video on Instagram Stories. Standing outside the office of Mirror Weekly, a media outlet with whom she seemingly has a significant history, she delivered a message of […]
HK Actor's Teen Son Living Together with 46-Year-Old Woman Cecila Cheung social media Hong Kong actors Nicholas Tse (43) and Cecilia Cheung (43) have been swept up in rumors that their eldest son, Lucas Tse (17), is living together with a 46-year-old female instructor. On April 8, the foreign media outlet 8 Days reported that Lucas, the eldest son, is dating a woman 29 […]
Japanese Pageant Winner Exposes Sexual Harassment Ordeal A recent winner of a Japanese pageant, Ruru Yamada, has spoken out about facing unwelcome sexual advances from a supporter. This incident has sparked outrage online. On April 12, Maidona News reported that the winner of CAMPUSGIRLS2024, Yamada, was pressured to engage in sexual relations by a supporter and was threatened when she refused. Yamada […]
Kim Jong Un's Unexpected Dinner Party: A Show of Strength or a Call for Loyalty? According to the Korean Central News Agency, on the 10th, Kim Jong Un visited and provided on-site guidance at the Kim Jong Il Military Academy, which trains top military commanders. Kim toured various academy facilities, including classrooms, dormitories, cafeterias, and operational research rooms. Additionally, the report mentioned that Kim hosted a dinner with the faculty […]
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