North Korea to deploy new artillery and commission its first destroyer
North Korea says it will deploy new artillery aimed at Seoul and will commission its first destroyer, the Choe Hyon, signaling a further expansion of its military capabilities.
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North Korea bets on long-range guns and its first destroyer as tensions rise
North Korea said it will deploy 155-mm self-propelled guns with a range over 37 miles capable of hitting the Seoul area and will commission its first destroyer, the Choe Hyon, in coming weeks. Kim Jong Un inspected a munitions factory, oversaw testing, and rode the destroyer to review its maneuverability, with his teenage daughter aboard. The regime also rewrote its constitution to drop references to peaceful unification and signaled a harder line toward the South while planning further border artillery deployments and two additional destroyers.
North Korea unveils long-range artillery and its first destroyer, signaling heightened tensions with Seoul
North Korea said it will deploy new long-range artillery capable of striking the Seoul metropolitan area this year and will commission its first naval destroyer in coming weeks, a move Kim Jong Un showcased by visiting a munitions factory and inspecting the destroyer Choe Hyon. The weapons, including 155-mm self-propelled gun-howitzers with a range of over 60 kilometers, accompany broader border deployments and a hard‑line shift reflected in North Korea’s public stance, signaling increased tensions with South Korea as diplomacy remains stalled. Kim’s daughter was photographed aboard the destroyer during the public display.
Nap by the Han River: Seoul's quirky competition in photos
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Official Count Reveals 76,000 Attendees at BTS Gwanghwamun Show
Seoul city data puts the March 21 BTS Gwanghwunam/City Hall crowd at about 76,000 (75,927 from 8–9pm), with around 19,000 foreigners in attendance. This contrasts with earlier estimates ranging from 48,000 to 260,000 and HYBE's 104,000, highlighting notable inconsistencies in crowd-size reporting for the event.
Seoul's BTS comeback draws far fewer fans than expected, prompting crowd-counting questions
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BTS returns to the stage in Seoul for long-awaited comeback show
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BTS Returns to Stage as Seoul Gears Up for a Massive Comeback
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Apple's 50th Anniversary Expands to Asia With Chengdu Plaza Hints and Seoul Session
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Pyongyang fires around 10 missiles toward sea in latest show of force, Seoul says
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South Korea adopts framework to channel $350B US investment pledge
South Korea's National Assembly passed a law establishing a governance framework to implement Seoul's pledge to attract about $350 billion in U.S. investments, creating oversight and mechanisms to steer the plan.
Seoul Preps Safety, Transit Upgrades for BTS Comeback
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Seoul Taxi Driver Arrested After Fatal Crash and Morphine Test
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Air China Flight Emergency Landing Due to Lithium Battery Fire
An Air China flight from Hangzhou to Seoul made an emergency landing in Shanghai after a lithium battery in a passenger's luggage caught fire, but no injuries were reported.
Son Heung-min to leave Tottenham after a decade of standout service
Son Heung-min is set to leave Tottenham after a final open training session in South Korea, where he received a warm farewell from fans. The session included a match, drills, and a humorous moment involving martial artist Choi Hong-man. Striker Dominic Solanke missed the session due to injury, and young player Will Lankshear impressed with his shooting skills, potentially earning a spot in the upcoming match against Newcastle.