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K-Pop Fans Fight for Environmental Conservation
As South Korea grapples with heavy rains and the growing concerns surrounding its unwavering coal addiction, an unexpected group has emerged as environmental advocates – K-pop fans. On the picturesque beach of Maengbang, a site made famous by BTS’s hit song “Butter,” these passionate fans are staging a protest against the construction of a nearby
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Wagner Group’s Expanding Presence in Central and West Africa Poses Threat to Civilians
In the aftermath of Yevgeny Prigozhin’s brief rebellion against Russian President Vladimir Putin, it became evident that the Wagner Group, a mercenary organization led by Prigozhin, is determined to maintain its global influence. Despite a rift with the Russian state and Prigozhin’s alleged exile to Belarus, a recent report from the Armed Conflict Location &
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Growing Concerns over Wagner Group’s Presence in Belarus Raise Alarm Among NATO Allies
The presence of Russia-linked Wagner group mercenaries in Belarus has sparked growing concerns among NATO allies located along the eastern front. This development comes in the wake of a short-lived mutiny in Russia in June, which led to the deployment of Wagner fighters to Belarus. The situation has escalated tensions in countries like Poland, Lithuania,
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Pope Francis Visits Portugal Amidst Church Abuse Scandal
Pope Francis arrived in Lisbon, Portugal on Wednesday to participate in World Youth Day, a vibrant gathering of young Catholics aimed at fostering a deeper connection with the faith. However, his visit occurs at a time when the Catholic Church in Portugal is grappling with the aftermath of a damaging report highlighting decades of sexual
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Australia Considers Expanding Ban on TikTok to Include WeChat, as Lawmakers Aim to Curtail Beijing’s Influence
Australia is poised to extend its ban on TikTok, a Chinese social media platform, to encompass WeChat in an effort to counter potential foreign influence from Beijing. A panel of lawmakers strongly recommended sweeping changes to the regulation of major tech firms in Australia, and their proposals were detailed in the final report released by
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Espionage Scandal Unveils Taiwan’s Ongoing Battle with Chinese Infiltration
Taiwan is facing a grave security breach as an army officer, Lieutenant Colonel Hsieh, and his collaborators are under investigation on suspicion of passing sensitive military information to China. This alarming incident reflects the escalating military tensions between the self-governed island and its neighboring nation. China has for long attempted to recruit retired Taiwanese military
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