KoreaTimes - World

The Korea Times

The Korea Times

The Korea Times

World

Tue, November 28, 2023 | 18:31

4-day truce begins in Israel-Hamas war, sets stage for release of dozens of Gaza-held hostages

4-day truce begins in Israel-Hamas war, sets stage for release of dozens of Gaza-held hostages

A four-day truce in the Israel-Hamas war took effect early Friday, setting the stage for the exchange of dozens of hostages held by militants in Gaza in return for Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.

World | 2023-11-24 14:34

Europe's far-right populists buoyed by Wilders' win in Netherlands, hoping the best is yet to come

Europe's far-right populists buoyed by Wilders' win in Netherlands, hoping the best is yet to come

If ever the hard right in Europe needed a set of jumper cables to rev up their electoral engine again in the wake of last month's major setback in Poland, Geert Wilders in the Netherlands provided it.

World | 2023-11-24 10:49

Riots erupt in Dublin after children stabbed

Riots erupt in Dublin after children stabbed

Three young children were among five people injured in a knife attack in Dublin on Thursday that sparked riots in the city centre and which police have not yet ruled out any motive over, including whether it could be terror-related.

World | 2023-11-24 10:48

Qatar says Gaza cease-fire will begin Friday morning, with aid to follow 'as soon as possible'

Qatar says Gaza cease-fire will begin Friday morning, with aid to follow 'as soon as possible'

A four-day cease-fire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas was set to begin Friday morning, Qatar said after a daylong delay extended the agony for those hoping for some relief from the deal, which is to bring the release of dozens of hostages held by militants and Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.

World | 2023-11-24 08:21

Americans celebrate Thanksgiving on edge over world events

Americans celebrate Thanksgiving on edge over world events

Americans celebrate Thanksgiving on Thursday with heightened security measures in place and tensions running high over the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, potentially casting a shadow over a normally joyous holiday.

World | 2023-11-23 20:12

Ukrainian strike kills Russian actress performing in Ukraine

Ukrainian strike kills Russian actress performing in Ukraine

A Russian actress has been killed in a Ukrainian attack while performing to Russian troops in a Russian-controlled area of eastern Ukraine, according to her theater.

World | 2023-11-23 19:45

Vietnam president to visit Japan as countries discuss stronger ties

Vietnam president to visit Japan as countries discuss stronger ties

Vietnam President Vo Van Thuong will visit Japan next week, a Vietnamese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Thursday, as the two countries discuss strengthening their relations.

2023-11-23 19:45

Britain faces 'living standards disaster,' think tank says

Britain faces 'living standards disaster,' think tank says

British voters are set to suffer a 'living standards disaster,' despite Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt's new tax cut plan, because of the unprecedented fall in household incomes over the course of a parliamentary term, a think tank said on Thursday.

World | 2023-11-23 19:35

Beijing says Philippines enlisted 'foreign forces' to stir trouble in South China Sea

Beijing says Philippines enlisted 'foreign forces' to stir trouble in South China Sea

The Philippines has enlisted 'foreign forces' to patrol the South China Sea and has been stirring up trouble, China's military said on Thursday, referring to joint patrols this week by Philippine and U.S. forces.

2023-11-23 19:34

WHO asks China for details on outbreaks of respiratory illness

WHO asks China for details on outbreaks of respiratory illness

The World Health Organization (WHO) has asked China for details on an increase in respiratory illnesses and reported clusters of pneumonia in children, which its China office on Thursday called a 'routine' check.

World | 2023-11-23 15:23

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Top 10 Stories

1	Robots slowly integrating into everyday life in Korea

2	Final vote for Expo venue to take place today

3	Population of young Koreans expected to halve by 2050

4	Koreans need $2,830 a month after retirement: study

5	Former Hungarian ambassador honored with Gwanghwa Medal

6	Nexon, Kakao Games accused of using feminist hand gesture in promotional videos

7	Samsung retains top CEOs, launches unit to prepare for future

8	Mohegan Inspire integrated resort to hold soft opening in Incheon Nov. 30

9	Hyundai Motor chief named industry leader by Automotive News

10	Court finds rejection of asylum application illegal due to lack of review

DARKROOM