President Trump said the United States is working with more than 140 countries to fight the coronavirus and that it’s willing to help Iran and North Korea. (March 23)
Here’s the latest for Monday March 23rd: NY Gov orders non-essential workers to stay home; Senate, White House work on coronavirus aid bill; Trump offers to help Iran & North Korea; 2020 Olympics may be postponed.
Here’s the latest for Monday March 9th: Cruise ship with coronavirus patients to dock in Oakland; North Korea fires short-range missiles; Jesse Jackson endorses Bernie Sanders; Nashville congregation prays in tent near tornado-damaged church.
Here’s the latest for Monday March 2nd: North Korea fires projectiles; Second coronavirus death in U.S.; Buttigieg out of presidential race; Biden campaigns in Virginia; Sanders rallies in Los Angeles.
The once-powerful aunt of North Korea strongman Kim Jong-un, who had not been seen in public since the downfall and execution of her husband, has reappeared as a guest of honor at an official Lunar New Year’s Day celebration.
Kim Kyong-hui, a full sister of Kim Il-sung who held significant sway in North Korean politics under her father and, later, her brother, had not been seen since 2013. In December of that year her husband, the powerful general Jang Song-thaek, met with an unexpected political and physical demise. His arrest during a politburo meeting was shown by state television; he was accused of treason then executed by firing squad.
Jang’s downfall led to media speculation that his family would also be purged. Kim Kyong-hui’s subsequent disappearance from public view led to rumors of her imprisonment, of suicide, of a secret poisoning or death from health problems.
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North Korea will ban all foreign tourists to protect itself against a new SARS-like virus that has claimed at least nine lives in China and sickened hundreds.
Tucked away in the dazzling neon of Seoul’s Hongdae nightlife district lies the city’s only North Korean-themed pub, which aims to give its Southern patrons a taste of their nuclear-armed neighbour.
Tens of thousands of North Koreans filled Kim Il Sung square in central Pyongyang on Sunday, in a rally considered a ritual show of loyalty.
In the past few years, this rally would follow the New Year’s speech by the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. This year, and because the leader did not make the speech, the rally is instead held in support of the results of the late December big party meeting, which were reported on the first of January by state media.
Hundreds of rows of people filled Kim Il Sung Square, with senior officials standing on a balcony above.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared an end to moratoriums on nuclear and intercontinental ballistic missile tests and threatened to demonstrate a “new strategic weapon” soon.
Here’s the latest for Monday December 30th: U.S. announces military strikes in Iraq and Syria; North Korea’s Kim Jong Un calls for unspecified offensive; Police: Armed parishioners kill Texas church gunman; New York stabbing suspect pleads not guilty.
Here’s the latest for Wednesday December 25th: 3 found dead in Florida home; Trump downplays North Korea concerns; Pope celebrates Christmas Eve Midnight Mass; Bloomberg cuts ties with contractor who used prisoners to make campaign calls.
Here’s the latest for Tuesday December 24th: McConnell doesn’t rule out impeachment trial witnesses; Satellite images raise concerns about North Korea; Former Hawaii Governor wants Tulsi Gabbard to resign; Dog rescued from Baltimore inner harbor.
China hosts the leaders of squabbling neighbours South Korea and Japan on Tuesday, flexing its diplomatic muscle with America’s two key military allies in Asia and seeking regional unity on how to deal with a belligerent North Korea. IMAGES
Highlights of this day in history: The Christmas poem ‘A Visit from St. Nicholas’ is first published; Former Japanese premier Hideki Tojo is executed; Mormon religion founder Joseph Smith, Jr. is born; North Korea releases the 82 U.S. Seamen. (Dec. 23)
U.S. defense officials say they are closely watching North Korea for signs of a possible missile launch or nuclear test in the coming days. Something that officials are referring to as a “Christmas surprise.” (Dec. 20)
Here’s the latest for Friday December 20th: US Ambassador to UN offers to restart talks with Iran; US watching North Korea for possible nuclear test or missile launch; Democratic presidential debate; Trump set to sign national defense bill.
Here’s the latest for Tuesday December 17th: House rules committee to take next impeachment steps; Defense Secretary Esper comments on Afghanistan, North Korea; Boeing suspends 737 Max production; Severe storms in the South.
North Koreans bow their heads and lay bouquets of flowers at Mansu Hill in Pyongyang to mark the 8th anniversary of Kim Jong Il’s death. from 16 and 17 December 2019N°1N46M7
A senior US diplomat said on Monday that Washington won’t accept a year-end deadline set by North Korea to make concessions in stalled nuclear talks. “Let me be absolutely clear: The United States does not have a deadline,” Stephen Biegun, the US special representative for North Korea, told reporters.
The envoy warned Pyongyang against “provocations,” adding that “it is time for us to do our jobs.” Biegun said: “Let’s get this done. We are here. And you know how to reach us,” AP reports.
North Korea said on Saturday that it had successfully performed an unspecified “crucial test” that will strengthen its nuclear deterrent.
Biegun, who was in Seoul for talks with South Korean officials, called on North Korea to sit down for talks. The US diplomat held a separate meeting with South Korean President Moon Jae-in. Moon’s office said that during his visit to the presidential Blue House, Biegun said the Trump administration wouldn’t give up on seeking diplomatic progress with North Korea, without giving details.
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The United States warns North Korea of consequences if it makes good on threats of a spectacular missile test in the New Year. At a UN Security Council session on North Korea, the US ambassador, Kelly Craft, hints at further sanctions if North Korea follows through. SOUNDBITE
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un opens a flagship construction project close to Mount Paektu, a symbol of the Korean nation and officially the birthplace of his father and predecessor, state media reports.
Here’s the latest for Friday November 22nd: Republicans determine strategy after impeachment hearings; Hong Kong plans security for weekend elections; Parents of Otto Warmbier say they want to hold North Korea accountable; Pope visits Thailand.
Here’s the latest for Friday November 1st: New fire forces evacuations in Southern California; House approves impeachment procedures; North Korea confirms rocket launch; Trick-or-treater shot in Chicago.
