Jordan Mailata said he knew “peanuts” about the NFL when he decided to stop playing rugby in Australia and pursue a career in football only three years ago. ( read original story ...)
What we can expect to see at North Korea’s ‘biggest military parade’
North Korea is preparing for what is expected to be the largest military parade in its history. Thousands of soldiers have practised for months to ensure that each step is marched with precision and ... ( read original story ...)
UN envoy condemns deadly clashes in Yemen’s key port city
A top U.N. official has condemned the recent clashes in Yemen’s strategic port city of Hodeida, which has so far left dozens of casualties, and urged the country’s warring parties to immediately stop ... ( read original story ...)
Fire Engulfs South Korea High-Rise, Forcing Hundreds to Evacuate
Dozens were said to have suffered smoke inhalation in Thursday’s blaze. Major fires linked to lax safety standards have plagued South Korea for decades. ( read original story ...)
Video Shows Massive Fire in South Korea High-Rise Apartment
A fire engulfed a 33-story residential high-rise in Ulsan, South Korea, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of people. ( read original story ...)
Hyundai Kona Electric Recalled in South Korea and US over Potential Fire Danger
South Korea has issued a recall for more than 25,000 Hyundai Kona Electric crossovers over potential fires. Hyundai and battery supplier LG Chem have been unable to determine what is causing the fires ... ( read original story ...)
Fire engulfs apartment block in Ulsan, South Korea
A fire engulfed a 33-storey apartment block in Ulsan, South Korea, on Thursday night (October 7). The blaze is believed to have started at around 11. ( read original story ...)
US envoy says Thailand is a victim of its success
Thailand has been a victim of its own success in eliminating domestic Covid-19 infections and must find a way to balance the needs of the economy with virus prevention, the US ambassador to Thailand ... ( read original story ...)
U.S. imposes new Iran sanctions that may spook European banks
The United States on Thursday slapped fresh sanctions on Iran's financial sector, targeting 18 banks in an effort to further choke off Iranian revenues as Washington ramps up pressure on Tehran weeks ... ( read original story ...)
US imposes sweeping new sanctions on Iran’s financial sector
The US unilaterally imposed sweeping sanctions on Iran's financial sector in a move that critics say could have unintended consequences, including a detrimental impact on the ability of the Iranian ... ( read original story ...)