J-Hope almost completes his military service
J-Hope is just as excited to return from his mandatory military service in South Korea as his fans are.
Suga apologises for DUI incident as investigation takes serious turn
BTS member Suga, also known as Min Yoongi, has issued a heartfelt apology to his fans following a drunk driving incident involving an electric scooter. Currently serving in the South Korean military, Suga took to the social media platform Weverse on Wednesday morning to explain the events that led to
Pakistani passport ranks as 4th worst globally for fourth consecutive year
The latest Henley Passport Index has yet again placed the Pakistani passport at a lowly 100th position, marking its fourth consecutive year in this rank. Pakistani citizens can travel to 33 countries without needing a visa in advance, according to the index. The Henley Passport Index assesses passports from 199
Indonesia to extend visa-free entry to citizens from 20 countries
WEB DESK: Indonesian authorities have announced plans to allow citizens from 20 additional countries to visit without needing a visa, aiming to boost tourism and economic growth. The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy revealed that this new policy will come into effect in October this year. The selection of
Over 1,000 fall sick due to Norovirus-Contaminated Kimchi
More than 1000 people in South Korea are suffering from food poisoning linked to kimchi contaminated with norovirus. Authorities said the popular fermented cabbage dish had been distributed to those now sick through school meals in the city. They added that students and staff from 24 schools were among the
North Korean man executed publicly for listening to K-Pop music
A 22-year-old man from South Hwanghae province in North Korea was publicly executed in 2022 for watching and sharing South Korean films and music. The 2024 Report on North Korean Human Rights, released by South Korea’s unification ministry, highlights this incident. The young man was executed for listening to 70
6 mysterious places on Earth where gravity defies expectations
WEB DESK: Gravity, a fundamental force discovered by English physicist Isaac Newton in the 17th century, governs our daily lives, enabling us to walk and perform routine tasks. However, there are enigmatic locations on Earth where gravity seems to play tricks. Here are some of the most baffling: Reverse Waterfall (India)
EU ministers approve landmark AI law
WEB DEKS: European Union (EU) ministers have signed off on a groundbreaking law that establishes regulations for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in sensitive sectors and situations. Under the law, AI systems utilised in areas such as law enforcement and employment must demonstrate transparency, accuracy, and compliance with cybersecurity
Ex-smokers who vape face higher lung cancer risk
A recent study in South Korea found that individuals who quit smoking and then took up vaping were more likely to develop lung cancer than those who did not vape. Study Details Yeon Wook Kim led this research at Seoul National University Bundang Hospital. He stated, “This is the first
Hazim Bangwar defends fashion choices amid Fawad Chaudhry’s criticism
KARACHI – Former Assistant Commissioner of Karachi, Hazim Bangwar, has responded to criticism from Fawad Chaudhry regarding his attire at the Hum Style Awards 2024. Bangwar addressed the issue on his Instagram story on Tuesday, emphasizing his right to a private life. Bangwar Defends His Private Life “Most people have
