South Korea, which has the lowest fertility rate in the world, has launched high-speed train links to help improve the country's birth rate by reducing commuting times. Young people in South Korea have frequently cited long commutes and small, pricey housing in greater Seoul as the main deterrents to getting married and starting a family.
Indonesia floods and landslides: Several died, more missing following torrential rains.
Floods and landslides have killed at least 14 people in a mountainous region of Central Indonesia. South Sulawesi province has been suffering from severe rain since Thursday. More than 115 people have had to abandon their homes.
Man City knows 'it's victory or Arsenal will be champions of the Premier League.'
Sunday is the last day of the Premier League season, with Manchester City and Arsenal in contention for the championship. A victory at West Ham will secure City's fourth title in a row, regardless of what Arsenal does at home against Everton. City leads the Gunners by two points into the final day, searching for their first EPL title under Mikel Arteta and the club's first in 20 years.
EU task group wants to increase naval presence in the Red Sea to enhance security.
Due to piracy and the threat of Houthi missiles, maritime security is becoming a more pressing worldwide issue. Ships are bolstered by nations to protect commerce routes and quell illicit activity. To prevent rockets from reaching their target and guarantee safe passage through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, advanced warships, such as the Italian frigate Mare Federico Martinengo, joined EU task forces. Continual presence and diverse skills are emphasized as the mission evolves from anti-piracy efforts to counter Houthi threats.
Zelensky claims that Moscow is manipulating the lives of Ukrainian inmates involved in a military plane disaster.
In the Belgorod region of Russia, an Ilyushin Il-76 military transport aircraft crashed on Wednesday. While Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the president of Ukraine, charged Moscow with "playing with the lives of Ukrainian prisoners of war," Russia has blamed Ukraine for downing the airliner.
UK opposition puts on a "Chicken" act following Sunak's ruling out the May 2 election.
Following Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's ruling out the May 2 election, the UK opposition pulls off a "Chicken" hoax. Amidst growing conjecture in Westminster on Thursday, the prime minister denied holding a sudden poll on May 2 to coincide with the local elections. Keep an eye out for additional information!
Israel-Hamas war: Israeli cabinet divides on Gaza post-war strategy | Is the Israeli government on the verge of collapse?
Benny Gantz, a member of Israel's war cabinet, has threatened to resign Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's administration if he does not provide a post-war plan for Gaza by June 8. Stay tuned for further details!
A new Japanese whaling ship has set off on its maiden voyage, escalating the debate over Tokyo's continuing backing for whale eating. Japan is one of just three nations that permit commercial whaling, and the new ocean-going mothership is the first of its kind built in 70 years.
UNSC to meet on April 2 to discuss alleged Israeli strikes: Russian mission
The UN Security Council (UNSC) is scheduled to convene an emergency meeting in response to a lethal Israeli bombing of the Iranian consulate located in Damascus, the capital of Syria. Keep an eye out for additional information!
Dutch government challenges decision on F-35 parts transfer to Israel in cessation
Regarding the transfer of American F-35 aircraft parts to Israel, the Hague Court of Appeal's ruling is being challenged by the Dutch government in a cassation case before the Dutch Supreme Court. Following its decision on Monday, the court mandated that the Netherlands stop distribution within seven days.
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