North Korea's Kim urges improved military capabilities for war
US, ally threats, and military confrontations with North Korea push tensions to "the worst phase in history," says Kim Jong Un.
Mon Nov 18 2024
The 'morphing' wheel from South Korea that may transform lives and robots
Imagine a wheelchair equipped with wheels flexible enough to navigate all manner of obstacles from kerbs to humps and even staircases.
Sun Nov 17 2024
South Korea says North Korean soldiers are fighting Ukraine forces
Seoul's confirmation comes amid growing global criticism as the two countries strengthen military ties.
Thu Nov 14 2024
South Korea's Yoon practices golf to prepare for future Trump meets
South Korean media said Yoon visited a golf course on Saturday for a sport his office said he had last played in 2016.
Tue Nov 12 2024
'Squid Game 2' to be 'more intriguing', the show's creator promises
Hwang Dong-hyuk says third edition of Squid Game was already in post-production and hinted an English-language version may be in the offing.
Fri Nov 01 2024
Dozens of North Koreans defectors caught by secret police 'vanish', says rights group
TJWG's report reveals enforced disappearance patterns based on interviews with 62 North Korean escapees now living in South Korea.
Fri Nov 01 2024
Russia asks at UN: If West aids Ukraine, why can't North Korea help us?
Vassily Nebenzia says Russia's military interaction with North Korea does not violate international law.
Thu Oct 31 2024
North Korea conducts longest ICBM test amid storm over troop deployment to Russia
South Korea warns Pyongyang could seek missile technology from Russia in exchange for deploying troops to help with the war in Ukraine.
Thu Oct 31 2024
South Korea voices strong support for Malaysia's 2025 ASEAN chairmanship
Yeo expressed confidence in Malaysia's leadership to advance ASEAN's goals, especially amidst shifting dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region.
Tue Oct 29 2024
North Korea's military is one of world's largest: how powerful is it?
The Korean People's Army, with an estimated 1.3 mln active personnel, is one of the world's largest militaries, behind China and the US.
Sun Oct 27 2024
Putin does not deny reports about North Korea troops
The Kremlin chief specifically mentioned Article 4 of the Russian partnership deal with North Korea, which deals with mutual defence.
Fri Oct 25 2024
What we know about North Korean troops joining Russia’s war in Ukraine
Analysts say North Korea could benefit from providing weapons and troops by gaining experience and insight from operating on a battlefield.
Fri Oct 25 2024
What can the UN do if North Korea sends troops to Ukraine?
North Korea has been under UN Security Council sanctions since 2006 and the measures have been steadily strengthened over the years.
Thu Oct 24 2024
North Korea propaganda leaflets found in Seoul attack South Korea's first couple
The propaganda leaflets found scattered on the streets, including some making personal attacks on the country's president and first lady.
Thu Oct 24 2024
US says evidence shows North Korea has troops in Russia, possibly for Ukraine war
The United States believes at least 3,000 North Korean troops are undergoing training at three military bases in eastern Russia.
Wed Oct 23 2024
UPNM cadet officer charged with injuring junior, stomping on him with spike boots
A cadet officer at UPNM pleaded not guilty to a charge of injuring his junior by stomping on the victim's stomach with spike boots.
Fri Nov 22 2024
How Indian billionaire Gautam Adani's alleged bribery scheme took off and unraveled
The indictment was unsealed on Nov. 20, prompting a $27 billion plunge in Adani Group companies' market value.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Elon Musk blasts Australia's planned ban on social media for children
Several countries have already vowed to curb social media use by children through legislation, but Australia's policy could become one of the most stringent.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Trump picks Pam Bondi for US Attorney General after Gaetz withdraws
Bondi was the top law enforcement officer of the country's third most populous state from 2011 to 2019, and served on Trump's Opioid and Drug Abuse Commission during his first administration.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Ringgit extends uptrend against greenback in early trade
At 8 am, the local currency climbed to 4.4600/4700 against the greenback.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Lebanon's only burn unit treats toddlers after Israeli strikes
The hospital hallways echo with the screams of children as anxious parents await news from doctors.
Fri Nov 22 2024
AI revolutionising sports to develop world-class athletes
Can a young Orang Asli child from Gua Musang, Kelantan be turned into an Olympic champion in 2036?
Fri Nov 22 2024
Selangor records 1,354 out-of-wedlock teen pregnancies from 2023 to Sept 2024
Anfaal Saari emphasises the seriousness of the issue, especially involving children and teenagers under 18 years old.
Thu Nov 21 2024
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.
Thu Nov 21 2024
Elon Musk's Neuralink receives Canadian approval for brain chip trial
The study aims to assess the safety and initial functionality of its implant which enables people with quadriplegia.
Thu Nov 21 2024