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A handful of rubber floats tumbled down the giant slide at South Korea's largest waterpark Caribbean Bay on Friday (June 5), its first day back in business since the coronavirus pandemic hit.

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It is highly likely to be passed by parliament, where Moon's Democratic party has an overall majority.

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South Korea has planned to stop people sending balloons with anti-North Korean messages across the border.

The announcement came after Kim Yo-jong -- sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un -- said recently balloon-senders were "human scum" and "mongrel dogs" who betrayed their homeland, adding it was "time to bring their owners to account," referring to the government in Seoul.

The South Korean government said it was planning legislation against the balloons.

"Actually, most of the leaflets have been found in our territory, causing environmental pollution and increasing burden on local people to get rid of them," said Ministry of Unification spokesperson Yoh Sang-key.

"Any act that could pose a threat to the life and property of those people should be stopped."

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North Korean defectors and other activists in recent weeks have used balloons to fly leaflets criticising Kim Jong Un over his nuclear ambitions and dismal human rights record across the border. But the South Korean government said the balloons caused "tension".

In the past, the balloons have also carried dollar notes, and even chocolate.

In 2014, soldiers exchanged machine gun and rifle fire after South Korean activists released anti-North Korean propaganda balloons across the Demilitarised Zone, but no casualties were reported.

(with inputs from Reuters)

South Korea has planned to stop people sending balloons with anti-North Korean messages across the border. The announcement came after Kim Yo-jong -- sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un -- said recently balloon-senders were "human scum" and "mongrel dogs" who betrayed their homeland, adding it was "time to bring their owners to account," referring to the government in Seoul.

South Korea has planned to stop people sending balloons with anti-North Korean messages across the border. The announcement came after Kim Yo-jong -- sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un -- said recently balloon-senders were "human scum" and "mongrel dogs" who betrayed their homeland, adding it was "time to bring their owners to account," referring to the government in Seoul. The South Korean government said it was planning legislation against the balloons. "Actually, most of the leaflets have been found in our territory, causing environmental pollution and increasing burden on local people to get rid of them," said Ministry of Unification spokesperson Yoh Sang-key. "Any act that could pose a threat to the life and property of those people should be stopped." Also read | North Korea threatens to halt military agreement with the South over anti-Kim leaflets North Korean defectors and other activists in recent weeks have used balloons to fly leaflets criticising Kim Jong Un over his nuclear ambitions and dismal human rights record across the border. But the South Korean government said the balloons caused "tension". In the past, the balloons have also carried dollar notes, and even chocolate. In 2014, soldiers exchanged machine gun and rifle fire after South Korean activists released anti-North Korean propaganda balloons across the Demilitarised Zone, but no casualties were reported. (with inputs from Reuters)

South Korea to stop people sending cross-border messages after threat from the North

One robot makes cocktails from 25 bottles hanging upside-down from the ceiling, another carves perfect ice balls in the fraction of the time it takes a human with a knife and an ice pick.

Robo-bartenders are shaking up South Korea's cafe and bar culture as the country transitions from intensive social distancing to what the government calls "distancing in daily life".

And they look snazzy doing it too.

In a tailored vest and bow tie, six-foot-tall Cabo narrates his actions as he carves ice for a whisky on the rocks behind the bar at Coffee Bar K in Seoul.

"Do you see this? A beautiful ice ball has been made. Enjoy some cold whisky," he says in Korean.

Cabo made his debut in 2017, but his presence is particularly reassuring now as the bar looks to encourage customers to return to entertainment facilities after the coronavirus outbreak.

"Since this space is usually filled with people, customers tend to feel very anxious," said Choi Won-woo, a human bartender who assembles the drinks. "I think they would feel safer if the robot makes and serves the ice rather than if we were to do it ourselves."

At the Cafe Bot Bot Bot coffee bar, where the robot arm shakes up mojitos and other cocktails, manager Kim Tae-wan also pointed out that the 'drink bot' can provide a consistent quality to their mixes that human bartenders can't.

Customers seemed encouraged by the safety the robots provided, though one pointed out a critical quality the robo-bartenders lacked.

"It's a little disappointing that you can't talk to the bartenders," said 21-year-old university student Moon Seong-eun.

"One of the good things about going to a bar to drink is that you can chat to them about the drinks or about my worries."

One robot makes cocktails from 25 bottles hanging upside-down from the ceiling, another carves perfect ice balls in the fraction of the time it takes a human with a knife and an ice pick.

One robot makes cocktails from 25 bottles hanging upside-down from the ceiling, another carves perfect ice balls in the fraction of the time it takes a human with a knife and an ice pick. Robo-bartenders are shaking up South Korea's cafe and bar culture as the country transitions from intensive social distancing to what the government calls "distancing in daily life". And they look snazzy doing it too. In a tailored vest and bow tie, six-foot-tall Cabo narrates his actions as he carves ice for a whisky on the rocks behind the bar at Coffee Bar K in Seoul. "Do you see this? A beautiful ice ball has been made. Enjoy some cold whisky," he says in Korean. Cabo made his debut in 2017, but his presence is particularly reassuring now as the bar looks to encourage customers to return to entertainment facilities after the coronavirus outbreak. "Since this space is usually filled with people, customers tend to feel very anxious," said Choi Won-woo, a human bartender who assembles the drinks. "I think they would feel safer if the robot makes and serves the ice rather than if we were to do it ourselves." At the Cafe Bot Bot Bot coffee bar, where the robot arm shakes up mojitos and other cocktails, manager Kim Tae-wan also pointed out that the 'drink bot' can provide a consistent quality to their mixes that human bartenders can't. Customers seemed encouraged by the safety the robots provided, though one pointed out a critical quality the robo-bartenders lacked. "It's a little disappointing that you can't talk to the bartenders," said 21-year-old university student Moon Seong-eun. "One of the good things about going to a bar to drink is that you can chat to them about the drinks or about my worries."

Robo-bartenders take over South Korea's cafe and bar culture

An autonomous robot equipped with an LED screen greets visitors at the lobby of the headquarters of SK Telecom in downtown Seoul. It not only checks body temperatures, dispenses hand sanitisers and disinfects the floor, it also polices who is wearing and who's not wearing a face mask.

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South Korea’s Celltrion Inc (068270.KS) has announced its plans to start in-human trials for coronavirus vaccine in late July. The officials reported that their experimental treatment demonstrated an up to 100-fold reduction in viral load of the disease in animal testing.

The pre-clinical study, conducted with ferrets,&nbsp;showed recovery in runny nose, cough and body aches after the first day of treatment, and clearing of lung inflammation within six days.

The study is being conducted by Celltrion, in collaboration with Chungbuk National University College of Medicine.

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The study will be expanded to&nbsp;hamsters, mice and monkeys before in-human clinical trials in late July.

The South Korea-based company might run clinical trials locally or abroad.&nbsp;“(Celltrion) has the capability to roll out mass production of the therapeutic antibody treatment once it is ready,” Kwon Ki-sung, head of Celltrion’s R&amp;D unit, said in a statement.

South Korea has also expressed their desire of importing&nbsp;remdesivir from&nbsp;Gilead Science Inc, a US drugmaker.

SK Bioscience and Green Cross Corp, two other&nbsp;South Korean pharmaceutical firms, have also started vaccine development, and are hoping for quick results.

South Korea on Monday reported 35 new cases, bringing its total to 11,503.

(With inputs from Reuters)

South Korea’s Celltrion Inc (068270.KS) has announced its plans to start in-human trials for coronavirus vaccine in late July. The officials reported that their experimental treatment demonstrated an up to 100-fold reduction in viral load of the disease in animal testing.

South Korea’s Celltrion Inc (068270.KS) has announced its plans to start in-human trials for coronavirus vaccine in late July. The officials reported that their experimental treatment demonstrated an up to 100-fold reduction in viral load of the disease in animal testing. The pre-clinical study, conducted with ferrets, showed recovery in runny nose, cough and body aches after the first day of treatment, and clearing of lung inflammation within six days. The study is being conducted by Celltrion, in collaboration with Chungbuk National University College of Medicine. Also read| COVID 19: Russia to start vaccine trials within two weeks The study will be expanded to hamsters, mice and monkeys before in-human clinical trials in late July. The South Korea-based company might run clinical trials locally or abroad. “(Celltrion) has the capability to roll out mass production of the therapeutic antibody treatment once it is ready,” Kwon Ki-sung, head of Celltrion’s R&D unit, said in a statement. South Korea has also expressed their desire of importing remdesivir from Gilead Science Inc, a US drugmaker. SK Bioscience and Green Cross Corp, two other South Korean pharmaceutical firms, have also started vaccine development, and are hoping for quick results. South Korea on Monday reported 35 new cases, bringing its total to 11,503. (With inputs from Reuters)

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South Korean health authorities said on Friday they would request imports of Gilead Sciences Inc`s anti-viral drug remdesivir to treat COVID-19, as new outbreaks of the disease flare as social distancing restrictions are eased. 
The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety must approve the import but a government panel concluded remdesivir showed positive results, Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) Director Jeong Eun-kyeong said.

Foster City, California-based Gilead has said the drug has improved outcomes for people suffering from the respiratory disease caused by the novel coronavirus and has provided data suggesting it works better when given in the early stages of infection.

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Preliminary results from a trial led by the U.S. Institutes of Health showed remdesivir cut hospital stays by 31% compared with a placebo treatment, although it did not significantly improve survival.

Remdesivir, which failed as a treatment for Ebola, is designed to stop some viruses making copies of themselves inside infected cells.

After mounting a campaign of tracing and testing to blunt an initial wave of coronavirus infections in February and March, South Korea has seen smaller but persistent outbreaks as it has lifted some social distancing restrictions in recent weeks.

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The latest spike in cases has been linked to a logistics facility near Seoul operated by e-commerce giant Coupang. 
The company is under scrutiny after health officials said some basic safety measures were not followed as workers rushed to fulfill a huge increase in orders driven by more online shopping.

As of midnight on Thursday, the KCDC reported 58 new cases, bringing the country's total to 11,402, with 269 deaths.

Nearly 90 percent of new cases this week have been clustered in Seoul and surrounding areas, raising concern that the densely populated capital could see a wider outbreak.

Those concerns prompted officials to close most government-run facilities like museums and galleries.

Education authorities, meanwhile, said they would press on with a phased reopening of schools, but limited the number of children allowed in some. Hundreds of schools across the country have been closed again as new cases spring up.

South Korean health authorities said on Friday they would request imports of Gilead Sciences Inc`s anti-viral drug remdesivir to treat COVID-19, as new outbreaks of the disease flare as social distancing restrictions are eased.

South Korean health authorities said on Friday they would request imports of Gilead Sciences Inc`s anti-viral drug remdesivir to treat COVID-19, as new outbreaks of the disease flare as social distancing restrictions are eased. The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety must approve the import but a government panel concluded remdesivir showed positive results, Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) Director Jeong Eun-kyeong said. Foster City, California-based Gilead has said the drug has improved outcomes for people suffering from the respiratory disease caused by the novel coronavirus and has provided data suggesting it works better when given in the early stages of infection. Also watch: Lockdown measures re-implemented in South Korea as nation battles second wave Preliminary results from a trial led by the U.S. Institutes of Health showed remdesivir cut hospital stays by 31% compared with a placebo treatment, although it did not significantly improve survival. Remdesivir, which failed as a treatment for Ebola, is designed to stop some viruses making copies of themselves inside infected cells. After mounting a campaign of tracing and testing to blunt an initial wave of coronavirus infections in February and March, South Korea has seen smaller but persistent outbreaks as it has lifted some social distancing restrictions in recent weeks. Also watch: North Korean workers keep busy producing textiles The latest spike in cases has been linked to a logistics facility near Seoul operated by e-commerce giant Coupang. The company is under scrutiny after health officials said some basic safety measures were not followed as workers rushed to fulfill a huge increase in orders driven by more online shopping. As of midnight on Thursday, the KCDC reported 58 new cases, bringing the country's total to 11,402, with 269 deaths. Nearly 90 percent of new cases this week have been clustered in Seoul and surrounding areas, raising concern that the densely populated capital could see a wider outbreak. Those concerns prompted officials to close most government-run facilities like museums and galleries. Education authorities, meanwhile, said they would press on with a phased reopening of schools, but limited the number of children allowed in some. Hundreds of schools across the country have been closed again as new cases spring up.

South Korea seeks to import anti-viral remdesivir as new coronavirus cases emerge

European Union countries -- France, Italy and Belgium -- have expressed their displeasure about using hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment.&nbsp;

Paris, on Wednesday, revoked a decree allowing doctors to use the drug for severely ill coronavirus patients. The Italian and Belgian officials have asked the concerned authorities to suspend the usage of the drug, except in clinical trials.

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The drug, which is being used as a treatment for critically ill coro navirus patients, is believed to have safety concerns. However, US President Donald Trump and Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro, have promoted the usage of the drug.

These countries are not the first ones to object against the usage of this drug. World Health Orhanization (WHO), few days ago, suspended a global trial of hydroxychloroquine, citing safety concerns. Oxford University, too, followed the suit and paused a global trial within a week of starting it.

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus earlier said that "hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are accepted as generally safe for use in patients with autoimmune diseases or malaria."

A research by France’s Pasteur Institute suggested 98% of people with mild coronavirus developed antibodies capable of neutralising the virus a month later, raising hopes that everyone who has had the disease may enjoy some immunity.

Donald Trump and Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele have both publically announced that they have been taking hydroxychloroquine. Both the Presidents have bene heavily criticized and trolled for this admission.

An observational study published in the Lancet of nearly 100,000 patients in 671 hospitals has suggested hydroxychloroquine – promoted by the controversial French infectious diseases specialist Didier Raoult – might increase mortality rates.

(With inputs from Reuters)

European Union countries -- France, Italy and Belgium -- have expressed their displeasure about using hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment. Paris, on Wednesday, revoked a decree allowing doctors to use the drug for severely ill coronavirus patients.

European Union countries -- France, Italy and Belgium -- have expressed their displeasure about using hydroxychloroquine for COVID-19 treatment. Paris, on Wednesday, revoked a decree allowing doctors to use the drug for severely ill coronavirus patients. The Italian and Belgian officials have asked the concerned authorities to suspend the usage of the drug, except in clinical trials. Also read: After Trump, El Salvador's President says he is taking hydroxychloroquine The drug, which is being used as a treatment for critically ill coro navirus patients, is believed to have safety concerns. However, US President Donald Trump and Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro, have promoted the usage of the drug. These countries are not the first ones to object against the usage of this drug. World Health Orhanization (WHO), few days ago, suspended a global trial of hydroxychloroquine, citing safety concerns. Oxford University, too, followed the suit and paused a global trial within a week of starting it. WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus earlier said that "hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine are accepted as generally safe for use in patients with autoimmune diseases or malaria." A research by France’s Pasteur Institute suggested 98% of people with mild coronavirus developed antibodies capable of neutralising the virus a month later, raising hopes that everyone who has had the disease may enjoy some immunity. Donald Trump and Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele have both publically announced that they have been taking hydroxychloroquine. Both the Presidents have bene heavily criticized and trolled for this admission. An observational study published in the Lancet of nearly 100,000 patients in 671 hospitals has suggested hydroxychloroquine – promoted by the controversial French infectious diseases specialist Didier Raoult – might increase mortality rates. (With inputs from Reuters)

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With this, the total tally climbed to 11,344 with 10,340 recoveries and 269 fatalities, as per Johns Hopkins tracker.

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A new confession has come up in one of the most brutal serial killings in South Korea. Ten women were raped and brutally killed in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, between 1986 and 1991.

After years, a South Korean man has confessed to the murder of the women from these infamous killings, alongwith murder of few other women.&nbsp;

However, the local police has stated that the confessor will not face any prosecution. The man, who is in his 50s, is already serving a life sentence in the prison&nbsp;for raping and killing a younger sister of his wife.

In April, the local police stated that they believed they have identified the man behind the most brutal serial killings. The police has now announced that the suspect confessed to nine of those murders, and has also confessed to&nbsp;additional five murders and about 30 sexual assaults.

One of the 10 Hwaseong deaths is now believed to be a copycat murder, the official said.

The suspect was being questioned for some time now, however he changed his attitude in the last one week and gave a detailed explanation of the murders. The Gyeonggi South Provincial Police Agency said even though the suspect has confessed to the murders, they will be now re-investigating the claims to make sure the confession is true.

"Naturally, the police must investigate the crimes," the police official said. "It is an important case that had prompted questions all over Korea."

"The victims and their families had strongly demanded (the truth). No matter how much time has passed, uncovering what really happened is the reason police exist."

The families of the victims will not be able to file a civil suit against the confessor as according to South Korean laws, a civil la can only be filed within 10 years of the crime.

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A new confession has come up in one of the most brutal serial killings in South Korea. Ten women were raped and brutally killed in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, between 1986 and 1991.

A new confession has come up in one of the most brutal serial killings in South Korea. Ten women were raped and brutally killed in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, between 1986 and 1991. After years, a South Korean man has confessed to the murder of the women from these infamous killings, alongwith murder of few other women. However, the local police has stated that the confessor will not face any prosecution. The man, who is in his 50s, is already serving a life sentence in the prison for raping and killing a younger sister of his wife. In April, the local police stated that they believed they have identified the man behind the most brutal serial killings. The police has now announced that the suspect confessed to nine of those murders, and has also confessed to additional five murders and about 30 sexual assaults. One of the 10 Hwaseong deaths is now believed to be a copycat murder, the official said. The suspect was being questioned for some time now, however he changed his attitude in the last one week and gave a detailed explanation of the murders. The Gyeonggi South Provincial Police Agency said even though the suspect has confessed to the murders, they will be now re-investigating the claims to make sure the confession is true. "Naturally, the police must investigate the crimes," the police official said. "It is an important case that had prompted questions all over Korea." "The victims and their families had strongly demanded (the truth). No matter how much time has passed, uncovering what really happened is the reason police exist." The families of the victims will not be able to file a civil suit against the confessor as according to South Korean laws, a civil la can only be filed within 10 years of the crime.

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High school seniors donning masks have returned to schools in South Korea. Mandatory temperature checks were carried out at the entrance. Elementary, middle and high school students will rejoin in a phased manner till June 1.

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China’s Jilin province reported four&nbsp;new cases. All new cases were local transmissions. The province has reported 133 locally transmitted cases so far. 1,181 close contacts of the patients are also under observation. China’s official tally stands at 82,965.

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Riot police had to be deployed in force in Paris after cars were set ablaze in some low-income housing estates. The violence was sparked by the death of an 18-year old in an accident.

Residents of Cochabamba took to the streets to demand an end to nationwide lockdown. Bolivians claim lockdown has left them without food or money. Demonstrators created roadblocks using rocks &amp; debris.

The first train in two&nbsp;months left Karachi station on Tuesday. Train service has resumed partially ahead of Eid holiday. Thirty trains will resume service in the first phase. All passengers have been&nbsp;required to wear a mask. Trains will operate at 60 per cent capacity.

Russia recorded its highest single-day death toll. 135 people died in the country in the last 24 hours. Dagestan has emerged as the new virus hotspot with over 3,600 cases and 36 deaths. At over 308,700, Russia has the world's second-highest number of coronavirus cases.

Muslim protesters prayed in Skanderbeg square against Kosovo's decision to keep mosques closed. Close to 50 people defied lockdown restrictions to hold a mass prayer. Organisers asked the participants to wear a mask &amp; maintain social distancing.

China has asked journalists to take a virus test before attending parliament events. Journalists have to undertake a nucleic acid test &amp; quarantine themselves till the test results come.

5-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo rejoined Juventus for training. Ronaldo spent the last two&nbsp;weeks in quarantine before rejoining his teammates.&nbsp;All players have been asked to respect social distancing while training.

China tested 856,128 residents of Wuhan on Tuesday. Over 467,000 were tested in the city a day earlier. Wuhan is testing its entire population to identify any asymptomatic carriers.

High school seniors donning masks have returned to schools in South Korea. Mandatory temperature checks were carried out at the entrance. Elementary, middle and high school students will rejoin in a phased manner till June 1.

High school seniors donning masks have returned to schools in South Korea. Mandatory temperature checks were carried out at the entrance. Elementary, middle and high school students will rejoin in a phased manner till June 1. Also read: New cluster of cases shows coronavirus may be mutating China’s Jilin province reported four new cases. All new cases were local transmissions. The province has reported 133 locally transmitted cases so far. 1,181 close contacts of the patients are also under observation. China’s official tally stands at 82,965. Also read: Amid rising cases, Brazil's health ministry recommends hydroxychloroquine to treat coronavirus cases Riot police had to be deployed in force in Paris after cars were set ablaze in some low-income housing estates. The violence was sparked by the death of an 18-year old in an accident. Residents of Cochabamba took to the streets to demand an end to nationwide lockdown. Bolivians claim lockdown has left them without food or money. Demonstrators created roadblocks using rocks & debris. The first train in two months left Karachi station on Tuesday. Train service has resumed partially ahead of Eid holiday. Thirty trains will resume service in the first phase. All passengers have been required to wear a mask. Trains will operate at 60 per cent capacity. Russia recorded its highest single-day death toll. 135 people died in the country in the last 24 hours. Dagestan has emerged as the new virus hotspot with over 3,600 cases and 36 deaths. At over 308,700, Russia has the world's second-highest number of coronavirus cases. Muslim protesters prayed in Skanderbeg square against Kosovo's decision to keep mosques closed. Close to 50 people defied lockdown restrictions to hold a mass prayer. Organisers asked the participants to wear a mask & maintain social distancing. China has asked journalists to take a virus test before attending parliament events. Journalists have to undertake a nucleic acid test & quarantine themselves till the test results come. 5-time Ballon d'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo rejoined Juventus for training. Ronaldo spent the last two weeks in quarantine before rejoining his teammates. All players have been asked to respect social distancing while training. China tested 856,128 residents of Wuhan on Tuesday. Over 467,000 were tested in the city a day earlier. Wuhan is testing its entire population to identify any asymptomatic carriers.

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Tottenham star Son Heung-min has returned to North London after completing a three-week compulsory military training in South Korea. The star joined his teammate before Premier League resumes in June.&nbsp;

The sporting world across the globe had come to a screeching halt due to the coronavirus pandemic, but leagues around the world are slowly coming back alive.&nbsp;

Tottenham Hotspurs took to Twitter to announce his arrival to North London and captioned it “Look who is back.”

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Son was seen training in the Hotspur Way Training Ground on Tuesday. The forward was out of action after he fractured his arm during the league match against Aston Villa on February 16.&nbsp;

Son was among 157 trainees who picked up ‘Pilsung’ prize as an award as the top performer after completing three weeks of his military training.&nbsp;

During the training, Son was exposed to tear gas, received weapons training and went for hikes.&nbsp;

In South Korea, the men must serve in the military for two years. But the athletes who win gold in Asian Games or any medal in the Olympics will be exempted.&nbsp;

Son, who led his country to gold in the 2018 Asian Games, still has to undertake 544 hours of community service over the next 34 months.

Tottenham star Son Heung-min has returned to North London after completing a three-week compulsory military training in South Korea. The star joined his teammate before Premier League resumes in June.

Tottenham star Son Heung-min has returned to North London after completing a three-week compulsory military training in South Korea. The star joined his teammate before Premier League resumes in June. The sporting world across the globe had come to a screeching halt due to the coronavirus pandemic, but leagues around the world are slowly coming back alive. Tottenham Hotspurs took to Twitter to announce his arrival to North London and captioned it “Look who is back.” Look who’s back! 😍#THFC ⚪️ #COYS pic.twitter.com/QCUlJSqtV6 — Tottenham Hotspur (at 🏡) (@SpursOfficial) May 19, 2020 × Son was seen training in the Hotspur Way Training Ground on Tuesday. The forward was out of action after he fractured his arm during the league match against Aston Villa on February 16. Son was among 157 trainees who picked up ‘Pilsung’ prize as an award as the top performer after completing three weeks of his military training. During the training, Son was exposed to tear gas, received weapons training and went for hikes. In South Korea, the men must serve in the military for two years. But the athletes who win gold in Asian Games or any medal in the Olympics will be exempted. Son, who led his country to gold in the 2018 Asian Games, still has to undertake 544 hours of community service over the next 34 months.

'Look who is back': Tottenham's Son returns to North London to play in Premier League

South Korea's high schools opened for the first time this year on Wednesday (May 20), with seniors returning to classes in the first wave of a phased plan to open all schools after months of delay in the face of the coronavirus outbreak.

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The manager of South Korea`s popular boyband BTS has issued an apology on behalf of one of its members who went to a bar in April flouting the government's advice of stepping out due to the outbreak of coronavirus. 
 
The country is trying to contain a recent coronavirus outbreak around Seoul`s club scene. 
 
Jungkook, the BTS` main vocalist, visited a restaurant and a bar in the Itaewon neighbourhood with friends on April 25, the boyband`s management Big Hit Entertainment said on Monday. 
 
A new cluster of virus cases emerged in that neighbourhood this month as social distancing measures eased on May 6, prompting authorities to delay school reopening and close bars and clubs again. 
 
"We have no excuse that we placed the artist`s personal life before we were able to emphasize the importance of social distancing. We bow our head in apology," the company said. 
 
The 22-year old, who was there before the first case among Itaewon clubgoers was confirmed, is not showing any symptoms and has tested negative for the coronavirus. 
 
"He is also deeply regretting on how he did not follow social distancing measures seriously." 
 
South Korea has been lauded for its quick and effective response to the pandemic but the resurgence of cases has raised concerns about the second wave of infections. 
 
Before the rules were eased on May 6, authorities had allowed clubs and bars to stay open as long as they complied with strict social distancing measures, while advising people not to visit them. 
 
Local media reported three other boy band members were with Jungkook during that outing, including Cha Eun-woo of Astro, Mingyu of Seventeen and Jaehyun of NCT. 
 
The managers of all three issued statements confirming they were in Itaewon on the same day as Jungkook, apologising for their failure to follow social distancing measures. Jaehyun posted a handwritten apology on social media. 
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(With inputs from Reuters)

The manager of South Korea`s popular boyband BTS has issued an apology on behalf of one of its members who went to a bar in April flouting the government's advice of stepping out due to the outbreak of coronavirus.

The manager of South Korea`s popular boyband BTS has issued an apology on behalf of one of its members who went to a bar in April flouting the government's advice of stepping out due to the outbreak of coronavirus. The country is trying to contain a recent coronavirus outbreak around Seoul`s club scene. Jungkook, the BTS` main vocalist, visited a restaurant and a bar in the Itaewon neighbourhood with friends on April 25, the boyband`s management Big Hit Entertainment said on Monday. A new cluster of virus cases emerged in that neighbourhood this month as social distancing measures eased on May 6, prompting authorities to delay school reopening and close bars and clubs again. "We have no excuse that we placed the artist`s personal life before we were able to emphasize the importance of social distancing. We bow our head in apology," the company said. The 22-year old, who was there before the first case among Itaewon clubgoers was confirmed, is not showing any symptoms and has tested negative for the coronavirus. "He is also deeply regretting on how he did not follow social distancing measures seriously." South Korea has been lauded for its quick and effective response to the pandemic but the resurgence of cases has raised concerns about the second wave of infections. Before the rules were eased on May 6, authorities had allowed clubs and bars to stay open as long as they complied with strict social distancing measures, while advising people not to visit them. Local media reported three other boy band members were with Jungkook during that outing, including Cha Eun-woo of Astro, Mingyu of Seventeen and Jaehyun of NCT. The managers of all three issued statements confirming they were in Itaewon on the same day as Jungkook, apologising for their failure to follow social distancing measures. Jaehyun posted a handwritten apology on social media. . (With inputs from Reuters)

Management of K-pop band BTS issues apology over a member's bar visit amid coronavirus outbreak

People can go the extra mile, and in this case risk their health, to own a coveted Chanel product. The French luxury brand has reportedly increased prices of their products which prompted the people of Seoul to queue up in front the local stores as early as 5 am to buy bags before the hike hit Asian markets.

More than a hundred shoppers waited in line to enter a store of the French luxury brand in Seoul on Wednesday, shrugging off concern about a second wave of novel coronavirus infections to beat imminent price hikes. 
 
Lee Ji-yeon, 54, said she arrived at about 7:30 a.m. and that her future son-in-law was at another department store to buy a Chanel bag for her daughter as a present for their wedding, which the virus had pushed to next year from November. 
 
"We`ve been to the Chanel store several times before and agonising whether to buy it or not. But since the prices are going to increase, we decided to buy it now," Lee said. 
 
Many South Koreans gift luxury bags for weddings, including a man in the queue who also said his wedding had been postponed. 
 
A Chanel public relations representative in Seoul said the firm raised prices in its home market of France on Monday, and that prices would increase in all of its markets eventually. 
 
"In these challenging times for our manufacturers and suppliers, it is essential for Chanel to continue to support them in the best possible way," the Paris-based firm said in a statement. 
 
Lotte Department Store said luxury goods sales jumped 30% over May 1 to May 10 versus the same period a year earlier, outperforming overall sales. 
 
"Luxury goods posted unusually high growth in sales compared to other products," said spokesman Moon Ho-ik. "There are two or three times more people than normal waiting in line." 
 
Moon attributed the spike to pent-up demand from people staying at home to avoid the virus, as well as from those who would usually purchase luxury goods abroad where they can be cheaper, but who have been unable to travel during the pandemic. 
 
South Korea is the world`s eighth-biggest luxury goods market, showed data from researcher Euromonitor. The country has recorded almost 11,000 cases of COVID-19 - the respiratory disease caused by the virus - and over 250 deaths. 
 
People in the country have been flocking to shops since the government this month began easing social distancing guidelines aimed at containing the virus, indicating a release of pent-up demand from people who refrained from going outdoors. 
 
However, the Chanel queue formed just as more than 100 new COVID-19 cases linked to nightclubs in Seoul brought fear of another wave of infections in a country held up as a coronavirus mitigation success story.

(With inputs from Reuters)

People can go the extra mile, and in this case risk their health, to own a coveted Chanel product. The French luxury brand has reportedly increased prices of their products which prompted the people of Seoul to queue up in front the local stores as early as 5 am to buy bags before the hike hit Asian markets.

People can go the extra mile, and in this case risk their health, to own a coveted Chanel product. The French luxury brand has reportedly increased prices of their products which prompted the people of Seoul to queue up in front the local stores as early as 5 am to buy bags before the hike hit Asian markets. More than a hundred shoppers waited in line to enter a store of the French luxury brand in Seoul on Wednesday, shrugging off concern about a second wave of novel coronavirus infections to beat imminent price hikes. Lee Ji-yeon, 54, said she arrived at about 7:30 a.m. and that her future son-in-law was at another department store to buy a Chanel bag for her daughter as a present for their wedding, which the virus had pushed to next year from November. "We`ve been to the Chanel store several times before and agonising whether to buy it or not. But since the prices are going to increase, we decided to buy it now," Lee said. Many South Koreans gift luxury bags for weddings, including a man in the queue who also said his wedding had been postponed. A Chanel public relations representative in Seoul said the firm raised prices in its home market of France on Monday, and that prices would increase in all of its markets eventually. "In these challenging times for our manufacturers and suppliers, it is essential for Chanel to continue to support them in the best possible way," the Paris-based firm said in a statement. Lotte Department Store said luxury goods sales jumped 30% over May 1 to May 10 versus the same period a year earlier, outperforming overall sales. "Luxury goods posted unusually high growth in sales compared to other products," said spokesman Moon Ho-ik. "There are two or three times more people than normal waiting in line." Moon attributed the spike to pent-up demand from people staying at home to avoid the virus, as well as from those who would usually purchase luxury goods abroad where they can be cheaper, but who have been unable to travel during the pandemic. South Korea is the world`s eighth-biggest luxury goods market, showed data from researcher Euromonitor. The country has recorded almost 11,000 cases of COVID-19 - the respiratory disease caused by the virus - and over 250 deaths. People in the country have been flocking to shops since the government this month began easing social distancing guidelines aimed at containing the virus, indicating a release of pent-up demand from people who refrained from going outdoors. However, the Chanel queue formed just as more than 100 new COVID-19 cases linked to nightclubs in Seoul brought fear of another wave of infections in a country held up as a coronavirus mitigation success story. (With inputs from Reuters)

Chanel hikes price of handbags, South Koreans queue up before change hits local market

Coronavirus has harmed South Korea's employment rate. Though the unemployment rate has been unchanged in April, however, the number of employed fell at the fastest rate in two decades.&nbsp;

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South Korea's unemployment rate in April remained unchanged from March with 3.8 per cent. But the number of employed as of April was 26.6 million, 476,000 fewer than last year's numbers. Hence, it has been the worst dive since 1999.&nbsp;

In 1999, the country saw a dip of 658,000. This means 658,000 people lost their jobs in South Korea.&nbsp;

South Korea, is the fourth largest economy in Asia has seen a steep downfall in the global demand for Korean goods leading to jobs vanishing across the service and manufacturing sectors. The policymakers have tried to keep the credit flowing in businesses by pumping out stimulus.&nbsp;

The Korean government plans to invest more than $200 billion of stimulus or 10 per cent of GDP to slack the rate of unemployment.&nbsp;

According to President Moon Jae-in, the country's economy is facing a "wartime situation" and is struck by "colossal damage" due to the pandemic.&nbsp;

"The employment shock is also growing as time passes," Moon added.

"Unemployment fears are spreading beyond self-employed small business owners, non-permanent workers and day labourers to affect almost all employees, including full-time employees and those at mid-market companies and large businesses."

In terms of unemployment, workers at retailers and restaurant have been the hardest hit in the country as 334,000 new jobs fell in April than last year.&nbsp;

South Korea's Finance Minister Hong Nam-ki said the government plans to imperatively create more than 550,000 jobs to protect self-employed businesses and those in temporary jobs.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Coronavirus has harmed South Korea's employment rate. Though the unemployment rate has been unchanged in April, however, the number of employed fell at the fastest rate in two decades.

Coronavirus has harmed South Korea's employment rate. Though the unemployment rate has been unchanged in April, however, the number of employed fell at the fastest rate in two decades. Also read: Coronavirus vaccine might take some time: Top health expert Anthony Fauci South Korea's unemployment rate in April remained unchanged from March with 3.8 per cent. But the number of employed as of April was 26.6 million, 476,000 fewer than last year's numbers. Hence, it has been the worst dive since 1999. In 1999, the country saw a dip of 658,000. This means 658,000 people lost their jobs in South Korea. South Korea, is the fourth largest economy in Asia has seen a steep downfall in the global demand for Korean goods leading to jobs vanishing across the service and manufacturing sectors. The policymakers have tried to keep the credit flowing in businesses by pumping out stimulus. The Korean government plans to invest more than $200 billion of stimulus or 10 per cent of GDP to slack the rate of unemployment. According to President Moon Jae-in, the country's economy is facing a "wartime situation" and is struck by "colossal damage" due to the pandemic. "The employment shock is also growing as time passes," Moon added. "Unemployment fears are spreading beyond self-employed small business owners, non-permanent workers and day labourers to affect almost all employees, including full-time employees and those at mid-market companies and large businesses." In terms of unemployment, workers at retailers and restaurant have been the hardest hit in the country as 334,000 new jobs fell in April than last year. South Korea's Finance Minister Hong Nam-ki said the government plans to imperatively create more than 550,000 jobs to protect self-employed businesses and those in temporary jobs. (With inputs from Reuters)

South Korea witness fastest dive in jobs since 1999 due to coronavirus lockdown

More than a hundred shoppers waited in line to enter a store of French luxury brand Chanel in Seoul on Wednesday, shrugging off concern about a second wave of novel coronavirus infections to beat imminent price hikes.

South Korea: Shoppers queue up at Chanel store after price hike rumour

The Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported 34 new infections, the highest since April 9, after a small outbreak emerged around a slew of nightclubs

COVID-19 cases surge in South Korea

South Korea has recorded 34 new cases on Sunday which is the highest daily number in a month after minor outbreaks emerged around a few nightclubs that a COVID patient visited it.&nbsp;

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According to Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC), out of the 34 cases 26 are domestically transmitted eight are imported.&nbsp;

South Korea had recorded zero or very few domestic coronavirus cases in the past 10 days and had total daily tally recorded around 10 or less in recent weeks making Sunday's toll highest in the month.&nbsp;

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The rise in the number was due to growing outbreak around a few night clubs in Seoul where a man in late 20s visited after testing positive for the virus.&nbsp;

The authorities are tracking down 1,500 people who have gone to these clubs and has asked anyone who was there last weekend to self-isolate for 14 days and be tested.

The outbreak has begun just after South Korea began easing their lockdown. But the South Korean President Moon Jae-in has warned of a second wave of the virus, he said: "It's not over until it's over. While keeping enhanced alertness till the end, we must never lower our guard regarding epidemic prevention," he said in a televised speech marking the third anniversary of his inauguration."

"We are in a prolonged war. I ask everyone to comply with safety precautions and rules until the situation is over even after resuming daily lives."

Moon said: "We will also push to establish hospitals specialised in treating infectious diseases and a national infectious disease research centre."&nbsp;

"These tasks are very urgent if we are to prepare for the second epidemic wave that experts predict will hit this fall or winter."

 
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South Korea has recorded 34 new cases on Sunday which is the highest daily number in a month after minor outbreaks emerged around a few nightclubs that a COVID patient visited it.

South Korea has recorded 34 new cases on Sunday which is the highest daily number in a month after minor outbreaks emerged around a few nightclubs that a COVID patient visited it. Also read: Fauci among 3 key US members of White House response team in self-quarantine after COVID exposure According to Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC), out of the 34 cases 26 are domestically transmitted eight are imported. South Korea had recorded zero or very few domestic coronavirus cases in the past 10 days and had total daily tally recorded around 10 or less in recent weeks making Sunday's toll highest in the month. Also read: China reports 14 new coronavirus cases, highest number since April 28 The rise in the number was due to growing outbreak around a few night clubs in Seoul where a man in late 20s visited after testing positive for the virus. The authorities are tracking down 1,500 people who have gone to these clubs and has asked anyone who was there last weekend to self-isolate for 14 days and be tested. The outbreak has begun just after South Korea began easing their lockdown. But the South Korean President Moon Jae-in has warned of a second wave of the virus, he said: "It's not over until it's over. While keeping enhanced alertness till the end, we must never lower our guard regarding epidemic prevention," he said in a televised speech marking the third anniversary of his inauguration." "We are in a prolonged war. I ask everyone to comply with safety precautions and rules until the situation is over even after resuming daily lives." Moon said: "We will also push to establish hospitals specialised in treating infectious diseases and a national infectious disease research centre." "These tasks are very urgent if we are to prepare for the second epidemic wave that experts predict will hit this fall or winter."

Coronavirus: South Korea records 34 cases in 24 hours, highest in a month

South Korea was applauded for the way the country handled coronavirus.&nbsp; However, a new group of 25 coronavirus cases have been reported on Friday in Seoul's popular multicultural neighbourhood of Itaewon.

After the cases were reported,&nbsp;South Korean government on Friday issued an advisory to clubs,&nbsp;bars and all other social events venues to suspend the business for a month. The advisory will come into place from 8pm on Friday, Yonhap, a local&nbsp;news agency, reported.

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While it is not compulsory for clubs and bars to temporarily suspend their business, if they are found as a source of coronavirus, the respective venue could lose their license forever.

Schools were also to reopen from next month. However, the government is now considering postponing the reopening of schools.

“At this moment, it’s too early to say whether we need to postpone the opening of schools, but we will monitor the spread of the virus and review information&nbsp;from investigations of the new cases," said Jeong Eun-kyeong, director of the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,&nbsp;during a virus briefing.

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The health officials have linked almost&nbsp;15 infections to a 29-year-old patient who visited three clubs in Seoul’s Itaewon district on Saturday. He was tested positive on Wednesday. The patient was not wearing a mask in the nightclub, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported.

Vice Health Minister Kim Gang-lip reported that&nbsp;13 of the new cases were&nbsp;office colleagues of the patient and others were fellow clubgoers, including three foreigners and a soldier.

Kim Gang-lip has cautioned the public and has advised people to follow the rules of social distancing. “A drop of ink in clear water spreads swiftly. Anyone can become that drop of ink that spreads COVID-19,” he said&nbsp;during a briefing.

While the decision on resuming the schools is still pending, South Korean government has urged the people to practice social distancing and other rules which have been set in place to avoid a second wave of the deadly coronavirus.

South Korea has reported more than 10,800 cases and 256 deaths from COVID-19.

South Korea was applauded for the way the country handled coronavirus. However, a new group of 25 coronavirus cases have been reported on Friday in Seoul's popular multicultural neighbourhood of Itaewon.

South Korea was applauded for the way the country handled coronavirus. However, a new group of 25 coronavirus cases have been reported on Friday in Seoul's popular multicultural neighbourhood of Itaewon. After the cases were reported, South Korean government on Friday issued an advisory to clubs, bars and all other social events venues to suspend the business for a month. The advisory will come into place from 8pm on Friday, Yonhap, a local news agency, reported. Also read: After the COVID-19 pandemic is over, ready for review under WHO: China While it is not compulsory for clubs and bars to temporarily suspend their business, if they are found as a source of coronavirus, the respective venue could lose their license forever. Schools were also to reopen from next month. However, the government is now considering postponing the reopening of schools. “At this moment, it’s too early to say whether we need to postpone the opening of schools, but we will monitor the spread of the virus and review information from investigations of the new cases," said Jeong Eun-kyeong, director of the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, during a virus briefing. Also Read: Trump to undergo COVID-19 test every day as military aide tests positive for coronavirus The health officials have linked almost 15 infections to a 29-year-old patient who visited three clubs in Seoul’s Itaewon district on Saturday. He was tested positive on Wednesday. The patient was not wearing a mask in the nightclub, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported. Vice Health Minister Kim Gang-lip reported that 13 of the new cases were office colleagues of the patient and others were fellow clubgoers, including three foreigners and a soldier. Kim Gang-lip has cautioned the public and has advised people to follow the rules of social distancing. “A drop of ink in clear water spreads swiftly. Anyone can become that drop of ink that spreads COVID-19,” he said during a briefing. While the decision on resuming the schools is still pending, South Korean government has urged the people to practice social distancing and other rules which have been set in place to avoid a second wave of the deadly coronavirus. South Korea has reported more than 10,800 cases and 256 deaths from COVID-19.

South Korea closes bars and clubs; fears second wave of COVID-19

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vande-bharat-india-kicks-off-biggest-repatriation-mission-amid-covid-19-crisis-297087">coronavirus</a> pandemic has seen a major shift in public sentiment, and it looks like trust in governments around the world is at an all-time high.

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According to the consultancy Edelman’s Trust Barometer report, individuals have started putting more trust in their government than any other institution for the first time in 20 years.

Governments are now more trusted than businesses, non-profits and the media. It was the only institution trusted by more than 62 per cent&nbsp;of the population.

Edelman has surveyed more than 13,000 people in 11 countries including the U., U., India and China.. The latest report contrasts with their January survey.

The January survey showed businesses as the most trusted institution while government and media tied as the least trusted. As per the new results, &nbsp;trust in government jumped nearly 11 per cent from 54 per cent&nbsp;in January to 65 per cent&nbsp;in April.

Public trust in government was highest in China, India and Saudi Arabia. In India, there has been a 6 per cent&nbsp;rise in people's trust in the government.

The countries where the trust was found lowest are France, the US and Japan.

The countries which witnessed a massive shift in public's trust were the UK, Canada, Germany and South Korea. These countries witnessed a double digit rise in public trust.

In the United States, 46 per cent respondents said that they trusted the federal government. While 66 per cent&nbsp;said they had trust in local or state government. Globally, a large majority of people even said that they wanted government to lead in multiple areas of the pandemic response. This includes containing the pandemic, informing the public and providing economic relief.

Since 2011, mistrust in governments has been on a rise. For the first time in years, the public is relying on the government to protect them in a manner not seen since World War II.

This kind of rise of trust is a classic example of what experts call "rallying around the flag".

The report seems to indicate that people trust strong and decisive leadership - may be even leaning towards authoritarianism. However, this could end up to be a dangerous precedent for the world.

The coronavirus pandemic has seen a major shift in public sentiment, and it looks like trust in governments around the world is at an all-time high. Also Read: Amid COVID-19 pandemic, China wages 'silent war' in international waters According to the consultancy Edelman’s Trust Barometer report, individuals have started putting more trust in their government than any other institution for the first time in 20 years.

The coronavirus pandemic has seen a major shift in public sentiment, and it looks like trust in governments around the world is at an all-time high. Also Read: Amid COVID-19 pandemic, China wages 'silent war' in international waters According to the consultancy Edelman’s Trust Barometer report, individuals have started putting more trust in their government than any other institution for the first time in 20 years. Governments are now more trusted than businesses, non-profits and the media. It was the only institution trusted by more than 62 per cent of the population. Edelman has surveyed more than 13,000 people in 11 countries including the U., U., India and China.. The latest report contrasts with their January survey. The January survey showed businesses as the most trusted institution while government and media tied as the least trusted. As per the new results, trust in government jumped nearly 11 per cent from 54 per cent in January to 65 per cent in April. Public trust in government was highest in China, India and Saudi Arabia. In India, there has been a 6 per cent rise in people's trust in the government. The countries where the trust was found lowest are France, the US and Japan. The countries which witnessed a massive shift in public's trust were the UK, Canada, Germany and South Korea. These countries witnessed a double digit rise in public trust. In the United States, 46 per cent respondents said that they trusted the federal government. While 66 per cent said they had trust in local or state government. Globally, a large majority of people even said that they wanted government to lead in multiple areas of the pandemic response. This includes containing the pandemic, informing the public and providing economic relief. Since 2011, mistrust in governments has been on a rise. For the first time in years, the public is relying on the government to protect them in a manner not seen since World War II. This kind of rise of trust is a classic example of what experts call "rallying around the flag". The report seems to indicate that people trust strong and decisive leadership - may be even leaning towards authoritarianism. However, this could end up to be a dangerous precedent for the world.

Trust in governments rise amid coronavirus outbreak: Study

South Korea has reported only two fresh cases of the new coronavirus as its outbreak continues to slow down.

The Korea Centres for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday said the tally stood at 10,806 infections and 255 deaths.

Both new cases were detected during screening at airports and that no fresh local transmissions were reported from South Korean cities and towns.

The imported cases have declined in recent weeks as authorities stepped up border controls, such as imposing two-day quarantines on all passengers arriving from abroad.

South Korean authorities also have relaxed social distancing guidelines and are preparing to reopen school. South Korea's professional baseball league began its new season without fans in the stands on Tuesday.

South Korea has reported only two fresh cases of the new coronavirus as its outbreak continues to slow down. The Korea Centres for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday said the tally stood at 10,806 infections and 255 deaths.

South Korea has reported only two fresh cases of the new coronavirus as its outbreak continues to slow down. The Korea Centres for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday said the tally stood at 10,806 infections and 255 deaths. Both new cases were detected during screening at airports and that no fresh local transmissions were reported from South Korean cities and towns. The imported cases have declined in recent weeks as authorities stepped up border controls, such as imposing two-day quarantines on all passengers arriving from abroad. South Korean authorities also have relaxed social distancing guidelines and are preparing to reopen school. South Korea's professional baseball league began its new season without fans in the stands on Tuesday.

South Korea reports only two new coronavirus cases

Over 200 people have been rescued from Mount Everest and Annapurna in Nepal on Saturday, a day after an avalanche hit a section on Annapurna circuit trekking route, Department of Tourism said.

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A search and rescue team had been deployed yesterday in the avalanche-hit areas to find several trekkers from South Korea and China who had gone missing, authorities had said.

Two helicopters that flew from Pokhara to the avalanche hit area also had an aerial survey of Macchapuchre and Annapurna base camps to check their condition.

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"Both base camps are intact. We are continuing our search and rescue operation but haven't got any clue about the missing ones," secretary of Chomrong Tourism Management Committee Dilip Gurung.

"We are continuing our efforts to locate the missing four Koreans and a Chinese who has gone missing since Friday morning after an avalanche hit Himku near the Annapurna Base Camp," Gurung added.

The missing Koreans include Li Min Su (57), Kim Suk Ja (53), Jiyong Pil Bong (59) and Choi Hyo On (38).

Over 200 people have been rescued from Mount Everest and Annapurna in Nepal on Saturday, a day after an avalanche hit a section on Annapurna circuit trekking route, Department of Tourism said.

Over 200 people have been rescued from Mount Everest and Annapurna in Nepal on Saturday, a day after an avalanche hit a section on Annapurna circuit trekking route, Department of Tourism said. Also read: Four South Korean trekkers among seven missing in Nepal avalanche Department of Tourism, Nepal: Over 200 people have been rescued from Mount Everest and Annapurna. An avalanche had hit a section on Annapurna circuit trekking route yesterday. — ANI (@ANI) January 18, 2020 × A search and rescue team had been deployed yesterday in the avalanche-hit areas to find several trekkers from South Korea and China who had gone missing, authorities had said. Two helicopters that flew from Pokhara to the avalanche hit area also had an aerial survey of Macchapuchre and Annapurna base camps to check their condition. "Both base camps are intact. We are continuing our search and rescue operation but haven't got any clue about the missing ones," secretary of Chomrong Tourism Management Committee Dilip Gurung. "We are continuing our efforts to locate the missing four Koreans and a Chinese who has gone missing since Friday morning after an avalanche hit Himku near the Annapurna Base Camp," Gurung added. The missing Koreans include Li Min Su (57), Kim Suk Ja (53), Jiyong Pil Bong (59) and Choi Hyo On (38).

Nepal avalanche: Nearly 200 rescued from Mount Everest and Annapurna

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Widespread testing, intensive contact tracing and tracking apps have enabled South Korea to limit the spread of the pandemic with social distancing rather than lengthy lockdowns.

South Korea emerges as a role model for the world?

North and South Korea exchanged gunfire in the demilitarised zone on Sunday, increasing the tension a day after pictures of Kim Jong Un's first public appearance after almost three weeks were released.&nbsp;

Multiple gunshots were fired from North Korea at 7:41 a.m. local time towards a guard post at the border that separates the two Koreas, the South's joint chiefs of staffs (JCS) said in a statement.

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"Our military responded with two rounds of gunfire and a warning announcement," the JCS said, adding that no casualties were reported.&nbsp;

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Later, the South Korean military clarified that the gunshots fired from North were "not deemed intentional", according to the Yonhap news agency.&nbsp;

This exchange of gunfire comes after North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made his first public appearance on Friday, ending the speculation about his poor health or death.&nbsp;

The two Koreas remain technically a war after the 1953 war that ended with an armistice in 1953.&nbsp;

In a summit held in September 2018, Kim and South Korean President Moon Jae-in agreed on easing military tensions.&nbsp;

However, most of the commitments of the deal were not fulfilled by North Korea.&nbsp;

(With AFP, Reuters inputs) 
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North and South Korea exchanged gunfire in the demilitarised zone on Sunday, increasing the tension a day after pictures of Kim Jong Un's first public appearance after almost three weeks were released.

North and South Korea exchanged gunfire in the demilitarised zone on Sunday, increasing the tension a day after pictures of Kim Jong Un's first public appearance after almost three weeks were released. Multiple gunshots were fired from North Korea at 7:41 a.m. local time towards a guard post at the border that separates the two Koreas, the South's joint chiefs of staffs (JCS) said in a statement. Also read | 'Glad he is back and well': Donald Trump on Kim Jong Un's first appearance in three weeks "Our military responded with two rounds of gunfire and a warning announcement," the JCS said, adding that no casualties were reported. Also read | Kim Jong Un makes first public appearance after nearly three weeks Later, the South Korean military clarified that the gunshots fired from North were "not deemed intentional", according to the Yonhap news agency. This exchange of gunfire comes after North Korean leader Kim Jong Un made his first public appearance on Friday, ending the speculation about his poor health or death. The two Koreas remain technically a war after the 1953 war that ended with an armistice in 1953. In a summit held in September 2018, Kim and South Korean President Moon Jae-in agreed on easing military tensions. However, most of the commitments of the deal were not fulfilled by North Korea. (With AFP, Reuters inputs)

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