Entertainment
On the 14th, “Korean Monster” Hyun-jin Ryu, a starting pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers probably had his worst start on the 14th at the AT & T Ball Park in San Francisco against the Giants. Don Mattingly, the manager of the Dodgers announced at a press conference that was held right after the game that Ryu will be receiving an MRI scan on the 16th once the team gets back to L.A. READ MORE
Entertainment
Korean entertainment has acquired a global reputation and many fans over the past decade. Fans all over Asia, Europe and even some from the United States have shown great enthusiasm towards Korean singers, bands, and TV serials in what cultural experts dubbed “Han-Ryu” or the “Korean Wave”, a term referring to other countries showing great interest in Korean culture and entertainment. Now, the global market has shown great interest in Korean comedy as well as music and soap operas. READ MORE
World
The CIA announced that the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) may have as many as 31,000 active militants. The number is much higher than originally anticipated. The announcement was made right after Obama’s speech on Wednesday where he brought up the issue of the U.S. leading a joint strike force to retaliate against ISIS. READ MORE
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In the midst of America’s air strikes against the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS), and cooperation with the European Union (EU) to put more pressure on Russia after its most invasion of Ukraine, there is currently a great deal of tension between the two global powers that grew into what some political experts went as far as to state as a new Cold War. However, it is believed that China, while it is appearing to be cooperative towards America and Russia it is using the opportunity to further expand its influence in the global arena. READ MORE
US
Yesterday on its website, NASA revealed that it is ready to reveal its replacement model for the Space Shuttle. The new spacecraft is called the Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle. After the decommissioning of the Space Shuttle Endeavor in 2011, NASA had to develop a replacement craft that could not only transport crewmen and supplies to the International Space Station, but even potential astronauts who will be traveling to worlds beyond. READ MORE
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Seungri (Seung-hyun Lee), a member of “Big Bang”, one of Korea’s most popular boy bands, was injured today at 3 am while driving his Porsche towards his home. Korea’s Star News reported that Seungri’s Porsche crashed into another vehicle while he was driving. While YG Entertainment, Big Bang’s agency, told reporters while neither their singer nor the driver in the other car was seriously injured, police is investigating the exact cause of the accident. READ MORE
US
On Wednesday night, Barrack Obama the president of the United States explained to the public about some specific strategies the U.S. government has planned to combat the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS). The U.S. military will be leading a coalition of forces from America and its allies and it is reported that the U.S. will be leading the joint task force. READ MORE
World
The Incheon Asian Games is now only 8 days away, and today, the first wave of North Korea’s national athletes are scheduled to enter Korea via plane. Experts predicted that North Korea’s participation in this year’s Asian Games will spark positive effects for North and South Korean relations. However, the South Korean government is on the lookout for any unexpected disasters that might occur during the tournament. READ MORE
Opinion
After viewing the most-watched Korean movie of all time, something struck me about our generation, both Christian and non-Christian, that I believe should not be overlooked. Since the beginning of the 21st century, Koreans began to show great enthusiasm towards movies that feature a hero that goes against the system and sacrifices for the good of the weak. Films like “The Admiral” or “The Attorney” all feature figures that are Christ-like in a sense. However, what is evident about the demand for films that feature such charismatic “heroes” is that our current society lacks these kinds of leaders altogether. Who would be willing to give up his life for the survival of numerous others and who is brave enough to stand firm in his beliefs with the whole world against him? What is even more serious is the fact that though our generation so greatly desires such a leader figure, no one is willing to become that leader himself. READ MORE
World
The Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) which is waging war against the government of Iraq and Syria to turn the Middle East into a caliphate through Jihad, is reported to be strengthening its ties with Boko Haram. Boko Haram is another extremist militant group fighting to overthrow the government and construct an Islamic state in Africa. It is believed that ISIS is offering help and advice to these terrorists regarding their construction of an African caliphate.READ MORE
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On the 18th of this month, the United Kingdom will take a poll regarding what citizens think about the separation of Scotland from the United Kingdom as an independent nation. In his speech David Cameron, the British Prime Minister gave a statement that urged the people of Scotland to vote against the separation. He appealed to his audience by stating that the United Kingdom is a family and he does not wish to see it in pieces. READ MORE
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Boko Haram is an extremist militant group in Nigeria. Nigerian Christian leaders have testified that thousands of both Christians and Muslims are on the run from the persecution and violence from Boko Haram militants. They have captured a major town and had several skirmishes with both the Nigerian and Cameroonian armies, leaving hundreds dead. READ MORE
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NASA insiders announced that China’s first unmanned lunar rover, the Wee-Tou (“Jade Rabbit”) was reactivated and is functional. The report was first made after a post on a Chinese blog was found regarding the probe. The online post on the SNS read, “Jade Rabbit has risen again. It has been operating for 10 months which is 7 months longer than originally planned.” READ MORE
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Yonhap News reported that the governments of both Korea and the United States have officially urged North Korea to approve separated Korean War refugees who have families on either side of the DMZ (De-Militarized Zone) to reunite and also to release American prisoners that are still held captive within their borders. READ MORE
Truett Cathy, the founder and chairman of the popular fast food chain Chil-fil-A was reported to have died earlier this morning. It was reported that the Christian businessman was surrounded by his loved ones and Christian leaders, ministers and even politicians have praised him for his faith and business ethic. He died at the age of 93 in his home. READ MORE
The Sunday Assembly, also known as the “Atheist Church”, based in the United Kingdom is scheduled to have its first global assembly. The “church” is also known to have a branch and ...
World May 06, 2014 02:34 AM EDTThe leaders of the DPRK have been making very strong statements regarding human rights. A representative from the North Korean government has stated in a speech that the U.S. is a ‘living ...
World May 08, 2014 03:08 AM EDT
