Ukrainian high jumper Oleh Doroshchuk won a silver medal at the Diamond League stage in Rome. He took the height of 2.30 m, but South Korean Woo Sanghyeok won.
Lee Jae-myung was sworn in and pledged to unite the nation, revitalize the economy and pursue pragmatic diplomacy. He stressed the need for strong deterrence against North Korean threats.
In South Korea, Democratic Party candidate Lee Jae-myung is leading the presidential race after more than 55% of ballots were counted. The elections took place after the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk-yeol.
TikTok has introduced TikTok for Artists with tools for promotion, analytics and audience interaction. The platform is already available in more than 25 countries, including the USA and the EU.
According to exit polls, Lee Jae-myung received 51. 7% of the vote, ahead of Kim Moon-soo. The elections were among the most tense due to economic difficulties and instability.
Presidential elections are taking place in South Korea. Experts believe that systemic support for Ukraine will not change, and no major breakthroughs in cooperation should be expected.
South Korea sees record election turnout amid geopolitical tensions. Leaders debate relations with the US, China and the threat from North Korea.
Lviv surgeons have performed the Kasai procedure on an infant for the first time in Ukraine using the Da Vinci robot to create biliary tracts. The surgery has bought time for the child's future liver transplant.
A P-3 maritime patrol plane crashed in South Korea, killing all four servicemen on board. The plane crashed on a mountain during a training flight.
Early voting for the presidential election has begun in South Korea at 3,568 polling stations. As of 11:00 a.m., turnout reached 7%, the highest in the last 5 elections.
A military plane crashed in the mountains of Pohang City, in southeastern South Korea. Witnesses report smoke rising from the crash site.
North Korean military personnel were not included in the exchange of prisoners of war. Both fear execution upon returning to the DPRK, and South Korea is ready to accept them.
The NATO summit has been shortened to two days, and the final declaration may not contain any mention of Ukraine and Russia. The question of inviting Zelensky remains open.
Netflix offers a selection of series: from deadly games for $38 million to the investigation of paranormal phenomena in Nevermore. The list includes "Squid Game", "You", "Ozark" and others.
The Trump team's frustration is caused by the EU's unwillingness to impose tariffs on Chinese industry. The US wants trade partners to impose sanctions on China.
The Trump administration is considering withdrawing thousands of troops from South Korea. The Pentagon is developing a plan to move about 4,500 troops to other locations.
North Korea launched several unidentified cruise missiles into the East Sea. The missiles were launched from South Hamgyong Province.
Poland has signed a framework agreement for the supply of 10,000 Warmate UAVs by 2035. The decision was made taking into account the experience of using drones in Ukraine.
Pike's restaurant chain was accused of mislabeling ingredients. The chef stopped filming on TV to save the business and offered discounts.
The United States opposed inviting Volodymyr Zelensky to the NATO summit in The Hague on June 24. Only four partner countries from Asia submitted applications to participate.
An outbreak of hepatitis A has been recorded in the Solomyanskyi district of Kyiv, and experts are investigating. Doctors are urging people to follow hygiene rules and get vaccinated.
North Korea tested a short-range ballistic missile and long-range artillery. Kim Jong Un emphasized the importance of the country's nuclear forces' combat readiness for rapid response.
North Korea has launched short-range ballistic missiles from the city of Wonsan towards the Sea of Japan. This was the first such test since March of this year.
South Korea has recorded the highest number of measles cases in the past six years, mainly due to unvaccinated travelers from Vietnam. The risk of rapid outbreaks remains low due to vaccination.
The Trump administration has imposed a 25% tariff on imported auto parts, which will lead to higher car prices, repairs and insurance premiums. Volvo, Rivian and GM will be the most affected.
Spot gold fell nearly 2% to $3222. 66 an ounce, hitting a two-week low. The reason was signs of easing trade tensions and a stronger dollar.
Han Duck-soo intends to run for President of South Korea in the elections on June 3, 2025. The new acting president may be Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok.
EU countries cannot agree on a "Buy European" position in the joint defense procurement program. Industry insists on prioritizing European manufacturers, with an exception for Great Britain.
North Korea conducted a test launch of a supersonic cruise missile from the new destroyer "Choe Hyun". Kim Jong-un emphasized the importance of creating an aggressive defense system.
According to South Korean intelligence, about 600 North Korean soldiers have died in Ukraine, and 4,000 have been wounded. In exchange for troops and weapons, North Korea received technology.
