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12/08/2023

The death toll from the Maui wildfires rose to 80 on Friday as search teams combed through the smoldering ruins of Lahaina, and Hawaiian officials sought to determine how the inferno spread so rapidly through the historic resort town with little warning. The fires became the deadliest natural disaster in the state's history, surpassing that of a tsunami that killed 61 people on the Big Island of Hawaii in 1960, a year after Hawaii joined the United States....

The death toll from the Maui wildfires rose to 80 on Friday as search teams combed through the smoldering ruins of Lahaina, and Hawaiian officials sought to determine how the inferno spread so rapi…

30/07/2023

Marketing and branding are two essential components of any successful business. Developing effective marketing strategies, creating a strong brand identity, and leveraging digital marketing channels are crucial steps in reaching and engaging with target audiences. In this article, we will explore these three aspects and discuss their significance in today's competitive business landscape. **Developing Effective Marketing Strategies** Marketing strategies serve as the roadmap for businesses to achieve their goals and objectives....

Marketing and branding are two essential components of any successful business. Developing effective marketing strategies, creating a strong brand identity, and leveraging digital marketing channel…

30/07/2023

Leadership plays a pivotal role in shaping organizational culture, employee motivation, and overall productivity. Different leadership styles have distinct impacts on how employees perceive their work environment, their levels of motivation, and their overall performance. In this article, you will explore various leadership styles and know how they influence employee motivation and productivity. 1. Autocratic Leadership:Autocratic leadership is characterized by centralized decision-making and a hierarchical structure where the leader holds absolute authority....

Leadership plays a pivotal role in shaping organizational culture, employee motivation, and overall productivity. Different leadership styles have distinct impacts on how employees perceive their w…

29/07/2023

Impartiality is a fundamental principle that lies at the heart of the judicial system. It serves as the cornerstone of justice and fairness in a democratic system of governance. As the ultimate arbiters of the law, judges are entrusted with the responsibility of upholding and applying the law without bias or favoritism. Impartiality ensures that every litigant, regardless of their background or circumstances, receives a fair and just hearing....

Impartiality is a fundamental principle that lies at the heart of the judicial system. It serves as the cornerstone of justice and fairness in a democratic system of governance. As the ultimate arb…

16/07/2023

Child sexual abuse is an abhorrent crime that inflicts lifelong trauma on its victims and poses a grave threat to the well-being of society as a whole. As a responsible and caring community, it is our duty to actively work towards eradicating pe******ia and creating a safe environment for our children. In this article, we will explore the devastating impact of pe******ia, discuss preventive measures, and emphasize the collective responsibility we all share in protecting our children....

Child sexual abuse is an abhorrent crime that inflicts lifelong trauma on its victims and poses a grave threat to the well-being of society as a whole. As a responsible and caring community, it is …

16/07/2023

Popular Korean girl group (G)I-dle released its first all-English digital single targeting the North American music market Friday. "I Do" is a song infused with synth-pop elements inspired by the 1980s, according to Cube Entertainment, the band's agency. According to the agency, the lyrics depict the bitterness of a lost past love and the accompanying sorrow. In the accompanying music video, the five members portray characters who share precious moments with their loved ones, effectively conveying the warm and dreamy atmosphere of the song....

Popular Korean girl group (G)I-dle released its first all-English digital single targeting the North American music market Friday.”I Do” is a song infused with synth-pop elements inspir…

16/07/2023

One of the most noteworthy trends in the K-pop world today is the rise of groups composed of members with nationalities other than Korean. Whether they fall into the category of K-pop is still being debated, but their emergence is a testament to the growing diversity and expansion of the genre. Girl group BLACKSWAN ― which consists of Senegalese-Belgian (Fatou), Brazilian-German (Gabi), American (NVee) and Indian (Sriya) members ― claims to be a K-pop act....

One of the most noteworthy trends in the K-pop world today is the rise of groups composed of members with nationalities other than Korean. Whether they fall into the category of K-pop is still bein…

16/07/2023

President Yoon Suk Yeol made a surprise visit to Kyiv, Saturday (local time), and held a summit with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy, promising expanded assistance to the war-torn country through the "Ukraine Peace Solidarity Initiative," which entails Seoul's comprehensive support. The official visit by Yoon and his wife Kim Keon Hee, which was kept under wraps and announced after they arrived in Ukraine, was intended to send a strong diplomatic message that Korea is joining international support for Ukraine's battle against Russia's invasion....

President Yoon Suk Yeol made a surprise visit to Kyiv, Saturday (local time), and held a summit with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy, promising expanded assistance to the war-torn cou…

16/07/2023

South Korea, the United States and Japan held a joint naval drill, the South Korean Navy said Sunday, in a show of strengthened trilateral military cooperation against North Korea's escalating nuclear threats. The three allies staged a missile defense exercise in international waters between South Korea and Japan, Sunday, mobilizing three Aegis-equipped destroyers ― ROKS Yulgok Yi I, USS John Finn and JS Maya ― to enhance readiness against North Korea's missile provocations....

South Korea, the United States and Japan held a joint naval drill, the South Korean Navy said Sunday, in a show of strengthened trilateral military cooperation against North Korea’s escalatin…

16/07/2023

President Yoon Suk Yeol wrapped up his trip to three central European nations, Sunday (local time), during which he signaled Seoul's stronger bonds with NATO and Ukraine. While Yoon was attending the 2023 NATO Summit in Vilnius, Lithuania, North Korea launched an intercontinental ballistic missile on Tuesday in yet another act of defiance. Following the summit and attending engagements in Poland, Yoon paid a surprise visit to Ukraine to discuss cooperation in reconstructing the war-torn nation....

President Yoon Suk Yeol wrapped up his trip to three central European nations, Sunday (local time), during which he signaled Seoul’s stronger bonds with NATO and Ukraine.While Yoon was attend…

16/07/2023

Local authorities in Osong, Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, are facing widespread criticism over a lack of ex*****on of safety measures in response to a flooded tunnel in the area which has left at least nine people dead as of Sunday afternoon. Critics view that the accident, which occurred amid the days-long torrential rain, could have been prevented had the local municipalities taken preemptive measures such as closing the tunnel and establishing other traffic controls....

Local authorities in Osong, Cheongju, North Chungcheong Province, are facing widespread criticism over a lack of ex*****on of safety measures in response to a flooded tunnel in the area which has l…

13/07/2023

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11/07/2023

When seeking funding for a business or project, it's important to consider various funding options and choose the one that best aligns with your specific needs and goals. Let's explore some common funding options: Loans: Loans are a traditional form of funding where you borrow a specific amount of money from a lender and agree to repay it with interest over a predetermined period....

When seeking funding for a business or project, it’s important to consider various funding options and choose the one that best aligns with your specific needs and goals. Let’s explore …

07/07/2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, success hinges upon careful planning and strategic foresight. A comprehensive business plan and well-defined long-term strategic goals serve as navigational tools, empowering you to make informed decisions, adapt to market changes, and unlock your business's full potential. In this guide, i will provide you with valuable tips and insights to assist you in developing a comprehensive business plan and setting meaningful strategic goals that will inspire and drive your business forward....

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, success hinges upon careful planning and strategic foresight. A comprehensive business plan and well-defined long-term strategic goals serve as navigatio…

05/07/2023

Market research and analysis play a crucial role in helping entrepreneurs understand the target market, consumer behavior, and industry trends. When it comes to Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), which have gained significant attention and popularity in recent years, conducting thorough research becomes even more important. Here's a breakdown of how market research and analysis can assist entrepreneurs in understanding the NFT market:...

Market research and analysis play a crucial role in helping entrepreneurs understand the target market, consumer behavior, and industry trends. When it comes to Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), which ha…

03/07/2023

The UK and other European powers are expected to announce plans to breach the 2015 Iran nuclear deal for the first time when they confirm they are not going to lift sanctions on Tehran’s use of missiles this October as required in the agreement. Donald Trump took the US out of the nuclear deal in 2018, but Germany, France and the UK remained inside the deal, even though Iran responded to the US walkout by breaching the agreed limits on the quality and quantity of enriched uranium....

The UK and other European powers are expected to announce plans to breach the 2015 Iran nuclear deal for the first time when they confirm they are not going to lift sanctions on Tehran’s use of mis…

03/07/2023

As many as 50 Conservative MPs are threatening to rebel against a government measure due to be debated on Monday that would impose fines on public bodies, including local councils, that seek to mount boycotts against Israel. The proposal – piloted by the communities secretary, Michael Gove – is a Conservative manifesto commitment, and has caused divisions in both main parties, highlighting the controversy surrounding the boycott, divestment and sanctions (BDS) movement....

As many as 50 Conservative MPs are threatening to rebel against a government measure due to be debated on Monday that would impose fines on public bodies, including local councils, that seek to mou…

03/07/2023

Two British peers were among 50 people who attended a party organized by the Russian ambassador to the UK at his opulent residence in west London last month, to mark the creation of Russia's independence of the Soviet Union. Andrei Kelin, the Russian ambassador, spoke at the event where he sought to justify his country’s bloody invasion of Ukraine, while those attending included the Conservative Lord Balfe and cross-bencher Lord Skidelsky....

Two British peers were among 50 people who attended a party organized by the Russian ambassador to the UK at his opulent residence in west London last month, to mark the creation of Russia’s …

03/07/2023

The grandmother of a teenage boy, whose fatal shooting by police sparked five nights of rioting in France, has called for calm as authorities said the scale and intensity of the violence appeared to be waning, despite an arson attempt on a mayor’s home. Gérald Darmanin, the interior minister, said the police deployment would be unchanged, with 45,000 officers on duty around the country, after protesters again torched cars, looted shops, damaged infrastructure and clashed with police on Saturday night....

The grandmother of a teenage boy, whose fatal shooting by police sparked five nights of rioting in France, has called for calm as authorities said the scale and intensity of the violence appeared t…

02/07/2023

People have been killed and roughly 28 wounded in a mass shooting in Baltimore, including three who are in critical condition, police have said. The Baltimore Police Department acting commissioner, Richard Worley, confirmed there were a total of 30 victims during a press conference at the scene on Sunday. Police said they were still looking for the shooter. The shooting took place shortly after 12.30am at a block party in the Brooklyn Homes area of South Baltimore in the 800 block of Gretna Avenue, Worley said....

People have been killed and roughly 28 wounded in a mass shooting in Baltimore, including three who are in critical condition, police have said.The Baltimore Police Department acting commissioner, …

02/07/2023

Samsung Display filed a lawsuit against Chinese display maker BOE for infringing on its smartphone organic light emitting diodes (OLED) display technologies in the United States, according to industry sources, Sunday. This is the first time that the display arm of Samsung Electronics filed a lawsuit against BOE. Samsung Display's move is interpreted as a response to the growing influence of the Chinese display maker....

Samsung Display filed a lawsuit against Chinese display maker BOE for infringing on its smartphone organic light emitting diodes (OLED) display technologies in the United States, according to indus…

02/07/2023

Korea is facing growing pressure from Japan to resume imports of seafood from Fukushima, as Tokyo pushes ahead with plans to discharge treated wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant that was crippled by a tsunami in 2011. During a press briefing on Friday, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said, "Japan will strongly demand (Korea and China) for an early lifting of seafood import bans by explaining that the scientific safety of all of the foods distributed domestically and internationally are being ensured through our existing safety measures."...

Korea is facing growing pressure from Japan to resume imports of seafood from Fukushima, as Tokyo pushes ahead with plans to discharge treated wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Pl…

01/07/2023

A woman in Northern Ireland who stabbed and killed her baby (son) and attempted to murder her toddler daughter has been jailed for a minimum of 20 years. The 31-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, wept in the dock of Belfast crown court on Friday when the sentence was passed. She had admitted stabbing the eight-week-old boy and two-year-old girl in their Belfast home on 27 July 2021 but denied the charges....

A woman in Northern Ireland who stabbed and killed her baby (son) and attempted to murder her toddler daughter has been jailed for a minimum of 20 years.The 31-year-old, who cannot be named for leg…

01/07/2023

The award-winning Ukrainian writer and war crimes researcher Victoria Amelina was critically injured in a Russian missile strike on a pizza restaurant in eastern Ukraine this week. Human activists say the attack on the crowded building, which killed 12 people including 14-year-old twins and injured at least 60 others, was a war crime. The Ria Lounge was one of the most popular restaurants in Kramatorsk and was filled with civilians when it was hit on Tuesday evening....

The award-winning Ukrainian writer and war crimes researcher Victoria Amelina was critically injured in a Russian missile strike on a pizza restaurant in eastern Ukraine this week.Human activists s…

01/07/2023

Could Yevgeny Prigozhin have somehow captured Moscow last weekend? The emerging consensus – from experts and in western capitals – is probably not: the extraordinary rebellion of last Friday and Saturday was far less than an attempted coup, and more an impulsive demonstration that quickly got out of hand. Consider the numbers involved in Saturday’s march on Moscow. The best estimates of rebel numbers are nothing like the 25,000 claimed by Prigozhin himself, probably closer to the 4,000 cited by the Institute of the Study of War....

Could Yevgeny Prigozhin have somehow captured Moscow last weekend? The emerging consensus – from experts and in western capitals – is probably not: the extraordinary rebellion of last Friday and Sa…

01/07/2023

The US supreme court dealt a major blow to LGBTQ+ rights on Friday, by ruling that a Colorado civil rights law which compels businesses and organizations to treat same-sex couples equally is in violation of the right to free speech. The decision, written by the Donald Trump nominee Neil Gorsuch and reached by a six to three vote of the conservative supermajority, could open the door for businesses to refuse service to some couples based on their sexuality – but could also have the same effect on willingness of service based on a customer’s race or religion, gender or disability....

The US supreme court dealt a major blow to LGBTQ+ rights on Friday, by ruling that a Colorado civil rights law which compels businesses and organizations to treat same-sex couples equally is in vio…

30/06/2023

The supreme court has ruled against the Biden administration’s $430bn student debt forgiveness plan in a blow to up to 40 million borrowers in the US. In a 6-3 decision, the conservative-leaning supermajority of justices ruled that the 2003 Heroes Act, passed in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the US, does not authorize Biden’s debt forgiveness plan....

The supreme court has ruled against the Biden administration’s $430bn student debt forgiveness plan in a blow to up to 40 million borrowers in the US.In a 6-3 decision, the conservative-leaning sup…

30/06/2023

The political future of Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro has been cast into doubt after electoral judges banned him from running for office for eight years for abusing his powers and peddling “immoral” and “appalling lies” during last year’s acrimonious election. Five of the superior electoral court’s seven judges voted to banish the far-right radical, who relentlessly vilified the South American country’s democratic institutions during his unsuccessful battle to win a second term in power....

The political future of Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro has been cast into doubt after electoral judges banned him from running for office for eight years for abusing his powers and peddli…

30/06/2023

Following alleged r**e, a 16-year-old girl, Olayemi Agbeloba, has committed su***de after her boss’ husband, identified as Ajibode, allegedly r**ed her at their residence in Eruwa, in Ibarapa Local Government Area of Oyo State. After committing the crime, Ajibode, who is a welder, was said to have threatened to kill the minor if she disclosed what happened to anyone. Until her death, Agbeloba was an apprentice of Ajibode’s wife....

Following alleged r**e, a 16-year-old girl, Olayemi Agbeloba, has committed su***de after her boss’ husband, identified as Ajibode, allegedly r**ed her at their residence in Eruwa, in Ibarapa Local…

30/06/2023

The family of a 15-year-old "gentle giant" who was stabbed to death in the street say "no amount of words will ever take our pain away". Lancashire Police were called to Digmoor Road in Skelmersdale just after 9pm on Thursday, June 29, following reports of a stabbing. Once officers got to the scene they found 15-year-old Dylan Bragger, from Skelmersdale, and despite the best efforts of emergency services, he died at the scene....

The family of a 15-year-old “gentle giant” who was stabbed to death in the street say “no amount of words will ever take our pain away”.Lancashire Police were called to Digm…

29/06/2023

Introducing the breathtaking Piko Nunu NFT Collection, a mesmerizing fusion of artistry and imagination that transcends the boundaries of the digital realm. Prepare to be transported to a world where dreams come alive, where vibrant colors dance harmoniously, and where creativity intertwines with technology. Each Piko Nunu NFT is a masterpiece in its own right, meticulously crafted by visionary artists who have poured their hearts and souls into this ethereal collection....

Introducing the breathtaking Piko Nunu NFT Collection, a mesmerizing fusion of artistry and imagination that transcends the boundaries of the digital realm. Prepare to be transported to a world whe…

29/06/2023

In the grand orchestra of life, love plays the sweetest melody. It is the rhythm that syncs our hearts, the harmony that binds us together. Love, in its purest form, is a beautiful and transformative force that has the power to light up the darkest corners of our existence. Yet, to truly experience its magic, we must be willing to approach it with openness, authenticity, and respect....

In the grand orchestra of life, love plays the sweetest melody. It is the rhythm that syncs our hearts, the harmony that binds us together. Love, in its purest form, is a beautiful and transformati…

24/06/2023

Korea's stock market failed to win developed market status from global index provider Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI), despite a set of market reform measures earlier this year. The MSCI announced the decision in a press release released Thursday (U.S. time), saying South Korea will stay on the emerging market list for now. The country has to wait until June next year to try again for the MSCI's watch list of developed market status....

Korea’s stock market failed to win developed market status from global index provider Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI), despite a set of market reform measures earlier this year.Th…

24/06/2023

Faced with the limitations of an aging and shrinking population, Korean insurers are looking to the Vietnamese market and its population of nearly 100 million for expansion. Currently, seven Korean insurance companies ― Hanwha Life, Mirae Asset Life, Shinhan Life, Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance, Hyundai Marine & Fire Insurance, KB Insurance and Seoul Guarantee Insurance are operating either subsidiaries or as branches in Vietnam....

Faced with the limitations of an aging and shrinking population, Korean insurers are looking to the Vietnamese market and its population of nearly 100 million for expansion.Currently, seven Korean …

24/06/2023

HD Korea Shipbuilding Offshore Engineering said Friday it has clinched a 242.1 billion-won ($186 million) order to build four product carriers for an African shipper. Hyundai Mipo Dockyard, one of HD Korea Shipbuilding Offshore Engineering's three affiliates, will construct the petrochemical product-carrying ships in its shipyard in the southeastern port of Ulsan, the shipbuilder said in a regulatory filing. The product carriers will be delivered to the undisclosed shipping company by December 2025....

HD Korea Shipbuilding Offshore Engineering said Friday it has clinched a 242.1 billion-won ($186 million) order to build four product carriers for an African shipper.Hyundai Mipo Dockyard, one of H…

24/06/2023

Industrial giant Hyosung is planning to build a "fiber value chain" in Vietnam by establishing a comprehensive production system for spandex, tire cords and raw materials, as well as finished products such as airbags, the business group said Friday. It operates the largest production plants for spandex and tire cord in Vietnam, which produce about 32 percent and 50 percent of the nation's entire output, respectively....

Industrial giant Hyosung is planning to build a “fiber value chain” in Vietnam by establishing a comprehensive production system for spandex, tire cords and raw materials, as well as fi…

24/06/2023

A court on Friday acquitted three fishermen who were wrongly imprisoned over five decades ago after being released from captivity in North Korea. In a retrial held at the Chuncheon District Court, Lee Sung-guk, 69, was cleared of charges, including the violation of the National Security Act. The fisherman from Chuncheon, 75 kilometers east of Seoul, was abducted by North Korea on Oct....

A court on Friday acquitted three fishermen who were wrongly imprisoned over five decades ago after being released from captivity in North Korea.In a retrial held at the Chuncheon District Court, L…

24/06/2023

JEJU ISLAND ― Located off the southern coast of Jeju Island, a submerged rock known as Ieodo emerges only when the waves are high. This reef holds a significant place in the local folklore of Jeju Islanders as it is revered as a sacred place for the spirits of dead fishermen. Choi Mi-kyung, a member of the Society of Ieodo Research, has breathed new life into these tales with her book "Ieodot Halmang," which translates into Korean as "The Old Lady Who Came from Ieodo," published last October....

JEJU ISLAND ― Located off the southern coast of Jeju Island, a submerged rock known as Ieodo emerges only when the waves are high. This reef holds a significant place in the local folklore of Jeju …

24/06/2023

The owner of the Wagner private military contractor made his most direct challenge to the Kremlin yet Friday, calling for an armed rebellion aimed at ousting Russia's defense minister. The security services reacted immediately by calling for the arrest of Yevgeny Prigozhin. In a sign of how seriously the Kremlin was taking the threat, security was heightened in Moscow and in Rostov-on-Don, which is home to the Russian military headquarters for the southern region and also oversees the fighting in Ukraine....

The owner of the Wagner private military contractor made his most direct challenge to the Kremlin yet Friday, calling for an armed rebellion aimed at ousting Russia’s defense minister. The se…

24/06/2023

President Yoon Suk Yeol agreed with Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong, Friday, to strengthen their cooperation in responding to North Korea's nuclear and missile threats, as part of the two countries' security partnership. "North Korea's nuclear and missile programs are the most urgent security threat in the region," Yoon said during a press conference after his summit with Thuong in Hanoi....

President Yoon Suk Yeol agreed with Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong, Friday, to strengthen their cooperation in responding to North Korea’s nuclear and missile threats, as part of the two …