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North Koreans say soaring rice prices ‘scarier than U.S. weapons’ as Kim Jong-un’s economic policy backfires

Rice prices in North Korea have nearly doubled amid tightened state control, prompting inflation, market strain, and concern over public discontent.

Woman accused of blackmailing Son Heung-min was his former lover, report says

A woman accused of blackmailing Son Heung-min is reportedly a former lover, police say, with investigations ongoing into a fake pregnancy claim.

U.S. extends North Korea travel ban until August next year

The U.S. has extended its travel ban to North Korea through August 2026, citing ongoing risks of arrest and detention for American citizens.

Trump hints at North Korea nuclear talks, upping pressure on Middle East

President Trump signals potential return to North Korea nuclear talks while applying pressure and incentives across the Middle East, including Iran and Syria.

North Korea could possess 50 ICBMs by 2035, U.S. intelligence warns

North Korea could possess up to 50 ICBMs by 2035, a new U.S. intelligence report warns, escalating threats to the U.S. homeland.

North Korea’s IT workers infiltrating U.S. firms through Chinese shell companies

A new report reveals that North Korean IT workers used Chinese shell firms to infiltrate U.S. companies, funneling funds and data back to Pyongyang.

Kim Jong-un orders North Korean military to complete preparations for war

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un called for full war readiness during a tactical drill, urging the military to treat combat training as its top revolutionary priority.

Close aide to Kim Jong-un seemingly reinstated with public appearance

Jo Yong-won, a key aide to Kim Jong-un, appears to have returned to his post after a two-month absence, according to South Korean officials.

Saved from slaughter: Actor Daniel Henney helps rescue 67 dogs from illegal facility in Cheongju

Daniel Henney joined efforts to rescue 67 dogs from an illegal slaughterhouse in Cheongju, with 51 dogs now safe in the U.S. and awaiting adoption.

Kim Jong-un claims North Korea’s participation in Russia’s war against Ukraine ‘justified’

Kim Jong-un defended North Korea’s troop deployment to Russia as “justified,” citing sovereign rights and a defense treaty with Putin.