On Tuesday, December 27, South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol granted a special pardon to former President Lee Myung-bak, who was convicted of corruption and other charges and who has been suffering from poor health in recent years. The pardon was granted despite the fact that Lee Myung-bak was found guilty of these and other charges. Lee, who is now 81 …

A member of the PENTAGON named Hongseok has reportedly been released from his mandatory military service earlier than expected owing to medical issues, as stated in a report by Soompi. Cube Entertainment disclosed on Monday, December 26, that Hongseok, who had been assigned to the Wartime Labor Service, had been receiving treatment and counseling while serving in the military “due …

In 2023, gymnast Carlos Yulo intends to return to the Olympics by placing in the top eight of the all-around at the September FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Championships in Antwerp, Belgium. Gymnasts from China, Japan, and England have already won 15 of the 94 available spots for the 2024 Paris Olympics, making it more difficult for the Tokyo Olympian to …

President Vladimir Putin stated in an interview televised on December 25 that Russia is willing to discuss with all parties involved in the conflict in Ukraine, but Kyiv and its Western allies have refused to participate. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on February 24 precipitated the deadliest conflict in Europe since World War II and the most significant confrontation between Moscow …

In his first Christmas speech as monarch, King Charles invoked his late mother, Queen Elizabeth, and spoke of his confidence in humanity during a time of “vast concern and misery.” Charles stated that he shares his mother’s faith in God and humanity with his “full heart.” He was speaking from St. George’s Chapel, the final resting place of the late …

It would appear that Song Joong-ki has discovered a new love in his life. The news that the actor is in a new relationship was announced in a statement released on the 26th of December by his agency, High Zium studio. “At this time, actor Song Joong Ki is in a relationship with a woman who makes him feel good.” …

China’s two largest cities, Beijing and Shanghai, were inching closer to living with the COVID-19 virus on Monday, December 16. Millions have been infected with the virus around the country. After years of draconian anti-coronavirus restrictions, President Xi Jinping abandoned the country’s zero-COVID policy in response to protests and an escalating outbreak. After the first shock of the policy reversal …

Thousands spent Christmas Day in evacuation camps in the two Misamis provinces as persistent rain dampened the customary holiday celebration and triggered flooding and landslides in the two Northern Mindanao provinces. At least two individuals were killed in a landslide that occurred in Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental, on Christmas Eve, December 24, when it began to rain heavily. Gingoog City …

If Rudolph wanted to join a herd of elephants helping Santa Claus deliver presents in Thailand, he would need something more than a red nose—he would need a trunk. This week, as part of an annual tradition, mahouts dressed up as Santa Claus escorted the gentle giants to a school in the central region of Thailand where they distributed Christmas …

After coming under fire from users and consumer safety groups over its removal, Twitter reinstated a feature that suggested suicide prevention hotlines and other safety options to users seeking for particular content. This tool was previously available on Twitter. According to a story that was published by Reuters on Friday, the function was removed a few days ago. The post …