Saturday, January 31, 2026

Why Did an Aussie Surfer Pull His Rising Sun Flag Surfboard? Inside the Heated International Dispute

Australian surfing athlete opted not to use a surfboard adorned with the Rising Sun Flag design at the Paris Olympics.

Study Reveals Semaglutide Reduces Cravings and Helps Control Weight and Blood Sugar

A study shows oral semaglutide aids weight loss and reduces cravings for sugary foods in type 2 diabetes patients.

Ariana Grande Teams Up with HYBE for Innovative Ventures!

Global superstar Ariana Grande continues her partnership...

Politics

Hanwha’s $1.3B Ammo Plant Deal With the U.S. Army: Pine Bluff Arsenal Becomes a New Propellant Hub

Hanwha Defense USA will build a $1.3 billion ammunition factory at Pine Bluff Arsenal to enhance U.S. Army capabilities and supply chains.

Korea Designated as Currency Watchlist Country: What This Means for the Economy in 2026

South Korea is redesignated as a currency watchlist country by the U.S. Treasury due to its trade and current account surpluses.

U.S. Defense Strategy 2026: What Does the Omission of Extended Deterrence Mean for South Korea?

Trump's NDS omits "Extended Deterrence," raising concerns about U.S. nuclear support for South Korea amid shifting security strategies.

Trump Signals 25% Tariffs on Korea : A 15% Deal, a $350B Promise, and Why Ratification Is Now the Pressure Point

Trump plans to raise tariffs on South Korea to 25% due to unfulfilled agreements, addressing concerns over delayed investments.

South Korea’s Tariff Fight in Parliament: A 25% Threat and the Ratification Question That Won’t Go Away

Lawmakers debated Trump's tariff hike on South Korea, with opposition blaming the government for lack of National Assembly approval.

Trump’s Tariff Barrage & Fed Pressure Trigger an Exodus of Funds, Brains from US

Trump's policies are driving global funds and skilled professionals away from the U.S., leading to a significant brain drain.

South Korea Scales Back North Korean Human Rights Report, Keeps Findings Internal

South Korea's Ministry of Unification will produce this year's North Korean Human Rights Report as a non-public document, reversing previous practices.

Trump’s 15% Profit Reclaim on AI Chip Exports to China Called Unconstitutional

Trump's plan to tax AI chip exports to China violates the Constitution, and legal experts predict lawsuits from shareholders.

Former First Lady Kim Keon Hee Appears in Court for Detention Warrant Hearing

Kim Keon Hee, wife of former President Yoon Suk Yeol, attended a pre-arrest hearing for alleged violations of financial laws in Seoul.

Roh Sang-won Questioned in Martial Law Probe Amid Allegations of Provocation Plan

Special prosecutor investigates Roh Sang-won for alleged insurrection, focusing on notebook with plans to provoke North Korea.

Special Prosecutor Raids Finance Ministry, Export-Import Bank Over Cambodia Fund Allegations

Special Prosecutor Min Jung-ki's team conducts a search related to allegations of luxury gifts tied to Cambodia's ODA projects.

Special Prosecutor Investigates Former PM Han Duck-soo for Alleged Perjury in Martial Law Case

Former PM Han Duck-soo is under investigation for alleged perjury related to the December 3 Emergency Martial Law declaration.

Military Officer Linked to Pyongyang Drone Operation Undergoes Detention Hearing

Drone Operations Commander Kim Yong Dae faces detention for alleged treason and document forgery linked to a North Korea drone operation.

U.S. Seen as Top Ally — and Top Threat — Around the World

A Pew Research survey reveals the U.S. is viewed as both a top ally and a major threat by various countries, contrasting perceptions of China.

Secrets, Spies, and the Electric Chair: The Rosenberg Case, 71 Years Later

Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed in 1953 for espionage, igniting controversy amid Cold War tensions and McCarthyism.

June 5, 1968: The Night Hope Died with Robert F. Kennedy

Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1968 after winning the California primary, marking a tragic moment in U.S. history.

U.S. War Game Predicts China-Taiwan War Could Spark Crisis in Korea and Japan

A U.S. think tank exercise explores a 2030 scenario where China invades Taiwan, leading to North Korean attacks on U.S. facilities in South Korea.

Palantir Slammed for Building ICE’s Immigrant Tracking Tech

Palantir Technologies faces criticism for its ICE contract, with calls to ensure its technology doesn't violate the Constitution.

VIP Access or Bust: Trump’s Memecoin Holders Scramble Before Deadline

Trump's memecoin TRUMP surged 60% after a VIP dinner announcement, with trading activity set to rise again as the event approaches.

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