Saturday, March 15, 2025

North Korean Immigration to Russia Hits 13,000 in 2024, Driven by Education and Business

North Korean visits to Russia surged to 13,221 in 2024, raising concerns about disguised labor under educational visas.

LA Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani Breaks Silence on His Former Interpreter’s Gambling Scandal

Shohei Ohtani is set to break his silence regarding the alleged theft and illegal gambling activities of his interpreter and manager.

ZICO and JENNIE Have Teamed Up for New Single ‘SPOT!’

ZICO has announced his return from a...

3.1 Earthquake Shakes Chungju, South Korea Launches Emergency Measures

World3.1 Earthquake Shakes Chungju, South Korea Launches Emergency Measures
Photo courtesy of Ministry of the Interior and Safety of South Korea
Photo courtesy of Ministry of the Interior and Safety of South Korea

On Friday, a magnitude 3.1 earthquake struck Chungju, North Chungcheong Province, prompting the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters of the Ministry of the Interior and Safety to activate Level 1 emergency protocols. The ministry reported that the quake occurred at 2:35 AM, with its epicenter 22 kilometers northwest of Chungju.

Ko Gi Dong, the Acting Minister of Interior and Safety, initiated the Level 1 emergency response at 2:50 AM to swiftly assess potential damages and implement urgent measures if needed. The earthquake alert level was also raised to “caution.”

Ko, who heads the Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters, directed relevant departments and local governments to maintain close coordination and uphold emergency response systems. He emphasized the need for rapid damage assessment and prompt action as required.

Check Out Our Other Content

Check Out Other Tags:

Most Popular Articles