North korea

Who are Ri Pyong-chol and Kim Jong-sik? US sanctions Kim Jong-uns most trusted aides

The US has announced fresh sanctions on two key individuals, Kim Jong-sik and Ri Pyong-chol, involved in North Koreas ballistic missile programme. The treasury department has clamped travel restrictions on the two, and their assets, if any, will also be frozen.The duo were also among 16 North Koreans placed under the latest U.N. sanctions on 22 December.

Dec 27, 2017

North Korea may launch satellite soon even as US imposes sanctions on 'key leaders' of its ballistic missile program

Even though it had been said this could be a satellite launch as part of North Korea's space program, many fear that Pyongyang could again be testing ballistic missiles.

Dec 27, 2017

North Korea, China, England, USA and more banned Christmas celebrations in the past

While many countries are decked up for Christmas, numerous governments have acted (a few still are) like the Christmas Grinch stealing the joy of celebrating Jesus' birthday.

Dec 23, 2017

SpaceX rocket with glowing light mistaken for UFO

Social media users were treated to a glowing light around SpaceXs Falcon 9. The rocket could be spotted from around California and parts of Arizona. Some of Twitter mistook the images for something caused by aliens or a missile from North Korea. The satellites are part of a series of satellite deliveries to update SpaceXs satellite network.

Dec 23, 2017

How Kim Jong Un stole Christmas

In addition to the ban on Christmas in 2016, North Korea and amp;#39;s Kim Jong Un has reportedly prohibited gatherings that involve alcohol and singing ahead of the Christian holiday.

Dec 23, 2017

How Kim Jong Un stole Christmas

In addition to the ban on Christmas in 2016, North Korea and amp;#39;s Kim Jong Un has reportedly prohibited gatherings that involve alcohol and singing ahead of the Christian holiday.

Dec 23, 2017

From sexual allegations to tensions with North Korea: the top headlines of 2017

There was no shortage of big headlines in 2017. Here is a recap of the years biggest stories.

Dec 23, 2017

Will China heed experts' advice and prepare for Korean War looming 'between now and March?'

Lieutenant General Wang Hongguang, former deputy commander of the Chinese military urged Beijing to prepare for looming war as North Korea tests one ballistic missile after another despite sanctions.

Dec 18, 2017

Is Kim Jong-un acting out to impress his father after not being the first choice to rule?

When Kim Jong-il died this day six years ago, his eldest son was widely considered to be the top choice in becoming the next supreme ruler. But Kim Jong-nam preferred a life of parties and travels.

Dec 18, 2017

Sydney man arrested for being loyal agent of North Korea

Chan Han Choi, 59, born in South Korea and now a naturalised Australian citizen, has been arrested by the Australian police for allegedly brokering sales of missiles and missile components to the diplomatically isolated nation.

Dec 17, 2017

President Trump discusses his call with Russian president Vladimir Putin

President Trump asked for Russias help in fighting North Korea. Chinas helping. Russias not helping. We and amp;#39;d like to have Russias help, Trump told reporters on 15 December, 2017. 

Dec 15, 2017

President Trump discusses his call with Russian president Vladimir Putin

President Trump asked for Russias help in fighting North Korea. Chinas helping. Russias not helping. We and amp;#39;d like to have Russias help, Trump told reporters on 15 December, 2017. 

Dec 15, 2017

Kim Jong-un's Mount Paektu visit an omen? Leader's close aide Hwang Pyong-so's absence from public eye sparks execution fears

Hwang, who is known to be one of Kim's closest aides, has been missing from the public eye, sparking fears that he may have been executed by the country's infamous death squad.

Dec 15, 2017

Talk about being multi-talented! Kim Jong un doesn't only formulate 'wonder drugs;' who do you think is 'controlling the weather?'

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un can apparently control the weather and the same was witnessed when he was atop Mount Paektu and the wintry weather gave way to a wonderful and warm sunshine.

Dec 12, 2017

Aftershocks have become routine in North Korea after its nuclear tests have moved Earth's crust

It was earlier said that the mountain under which North Korea was conducting these tests was on the verge of collapsing, and now tectonic tremors are regularly being detected in the region.

Dec 11, 2017

Japan, US, South Korea to hold missile tracking drill amid North Korea crisis

The United States and South Korea had also conducted a large-scale military drills last week.

Dec 10, 2017

North Korea denounces Trump Jerusalem decision

North Korea and amp;#39;s Foreign Ministry have denounced U.S. President Donald Trump and amp;#39;s Jerusalem decision on Saturday (December 9), the state-run television KRT reported.

Dec 9, 2017

North Korea denounces Trump Jerusalem decision

North Korea and amp;#39;s Foreign Ministry have denounced U.S. President Donald Trump and amp;#39;s Jerusalem decision on Saturday (December 9), the state-run television KRT reported.

Dec 9, 2017

North Korea warns Donald Trump: We do not wish for a war but shall not avoid it

North Korea has said it does not wish for a war but shall not avoid it as the reclusive regime lambasted American officials for stepping up their threats and military assertions in the region. U.S. B-1B bombers, F-222 and F-35 stealth fights along with several weapons flew over the Korean peninsula as part of a five-day large-scale joint aerial drill with South Korea.

Dec 7, 2017

North Korea warns Donald Trump: We do not wish for a war but shall not avoid it

North Korea has said it does not wish for a war but shall not avoid it as the reclusive regime lambasted American officials for stepping up their threats and military assertions in the region. U.S. B-1B bombers, F-222 and F-35 stealth fights along with several weapons flew over the Korean peninsula as part of a five-day large-scale joint aerial drill with South Korea.

Dec 7, 2017