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South Korea has launched an exceptional initiative to combat social isolation among its adolescent population. The government has proposed a plan to provide isolated youngsters with a monthly allowance of 550,000 Korean won (about $490) in order to encourage them to leave their homes and contact with society. The initiative, known as the “Youth Reconnection Allowance,” aims to address the …

Social media has been awash with rumors that Indonesia blew up 60 Chinese ships in its waters as a show of force in response to China’s encroachment on its exclusive economic zone (EEZ). VERA Files, however, undertook a thorough fact-check and discovered that this information is untrue. According to VERA Files, there is no reliable evidence to back up Indonesia’s …

Wealthy Chinese people have been flocking to Singapore in recent years, enticed by its business-friendly atmosphere, strategic position, excellent quality of life, and well-developed wealth management sector. This development, however, has not been without controversy, prompting worries about future social and economic issues for the local community. In this essay, we look at why Singapore has become a magnet for …

Fans of one of the most popular K-pop girl groups, Blackpink, are buzzing with rumors after a photo of Blackpink member Rosé and famed South Korean actor Kang Dong-won leaked online, sparking rumors about their prospective relationship. Rosé and Kang Dong-won can be seen smiling in the photo, which was purportedly taken at a private event. Fans flocked to social …

The first trial for nine defendants, including Ravi and Nafla, took place in the 7th Criminal Division of the Seoul Southern District Court on the morning of April 11 KST. The following day, the prosecution requested that Ravi and Nafla get prison terms of two years and two years and six months, respectively. The prosecution contends that after receiving a …

China has harshly criticized Australia’s decision to ban TikTok on government-owned devices, labeling it “discriminatory” and threatening “consequences” for the action. The ban, which was announced by the Australian Department of Defense last week, prohibits the installation of the popular short-form video app on government-issued devices. This decision was made due to security concerns regarding the app, which is owned …

With record-breaking ratings, the run of the Korean drama “Divorce Attorney” has concluded. The drama, which debuted in February, follows a group of divorce lawyers and their clients as they navigate the emotional and legal complexities of divorce. Since its debut, the series has been a fan favorite, and the finale episode’s 9.9% rating is the highest of the series. …

In a recent interview with People Magazine, Suga, also known as Agust D, discussed his most recent solo album, collaborations, and life as a musician during the pandemic. The artist disclosed that he has collaborated with the well-known K-Pop soloist IU and praised her songwriting skills. His personal experiences and emotions heavily influenced the composition of his most recent solo …

Arriving in Beijing on Wednesday for a three-day visit, Emmanuel Macron shook hands with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Thursday, as the French president seeks to discourage China from supporting the brutal year-long conflict in Ukraine. Macron – who is accompanied by the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, on his trip – said he wants …

In collaboration with Takeone, YG Entertainment will release, in the second quarter of this year, a mobile game that makes use of the intellectual property of Blackpink. YG revealed on Tuesday that the player of Blackpink The Game assumes the role of a producer responsible for developing the members of Blackpink into K-pop idols. The player will be able to …