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Trying to control rising prices and cool down angry consumers, Japan for the first time in 25 years has brought in rice from South Korea. The last occurrence was in 1999. But with Japanese rice now becoming too expensive for many, Japan is opting for cheaper foreign varieties. Reports say that last month, only two tons of South Korean rice …

On April 22, 2025 President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. proclaimed a Day of National Mourning in memory of late National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Nora Aunor who died on April 16 at the age of 71. Nora Aunor, born Nora Cabaltera Villamayor was a giant in Philippine cinema, television and music. Her career spanned over five decades and …

Indeed, Stewart has been wed to the love of her life, Dylan Meyer, with whom she has spent so many years in an absolutely splendid new beginning: their marriage together. The wedding was quiet, with only close friends and family invited; for the most part, they are keeping the personal lives ventilated from too much attention. But even the strength …

A phenomenon of sorts that was never seen before: numerous humanoid robots took their positions along with thousands of human runners during the half marathon held in Beijing last Saturday. Not out of a sci-fi flick, this was a digital manifestation of the muscular strength that China gains in its tech segment. The 21-km marathon featured over 21 humanoid robots …

Katy Perry is daring to go where few pop stars have gone before. Just days after a very public space trip, the 40 year old is ready to embark on her sci-fi themed Lifetimes Tour in Mexico City on April 23. It’s the most recent action in what’s already been a busy year for Perry which included the release of …

Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi has now officially become Japan’s third astronaut commander of the International Space Station (ISS). Onishi, a Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut, took command on March 16, 2025, after launching on the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft with three other crew members. The mission is expected to run for approximately 6 months. The key was given to …

This global drift of K-pop has widened! The amazing audition project, ‘Click the Star, has officially launched from Korea into Indonesia and South America-all at once. This program is not only about forming K-pop girl groups but wider cultural connections with each country. What’s About Click the Star? Click the star is a unique k-pop audition that will cover 32 …

Amid falling global demand specifically in Europe, the United States, and Canada, production of Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kona EVs is shut down again at the main factory in South Korea. According to industry sources, Hyundai will suspend Line 12 operations in Plant 1 Ulsan 305 km from Seoul from April 24-30, where Ioniq 5 and Kona electric vehicles are …

BTS member Jin starts his solo world tour in the summer of 2025 for #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR. BTS member Jin will perform two back-to-back shows during his nine-city tour throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. Earlier this month, Jin announced upcoming details about his second album, Echo, which will be released on May 16, 2025. The forthcoming album, after his 2024 solo …

The UAE launched regional economic deals while building its Asia network. Vietnam signed its second Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement in Asia with the United Arab Emirates. The UAE acts as a strategic connection between both GCC countries and the nations of ASEAN. The Emirates partners with countries to make Dubai a better global trading location and lower its dependence on …