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Kim Jong-kwan’s ‘The Table: Day and Night’ to Open Busan

Kim Jong-kwan’s ‘The Table: Day and Night’ to Open Busan

The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) has selected “The Table: Day and Night,” directed by Kim Jong-kwan, as its opening film for the 2026 edition, marking the feature’s world premiere. The film tracks four couples moving through different stages of love inside the same cafe over the course of a summer and autumn, told […]
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Bearing North Fund Launches to Support Films on North Korea, Announces First Project 'School for Defectors'

Bearing North Fund Launches to Support Films on North Korea, Announces First Project 'School for Defectors'

Bearing North Fund Launches to Support Films on North Korea, Announces First Project 'School for Defectors'
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Emma Stone and Yorgos Lanthimos Collaborate on Sci-Fi Dark Comedy 'Bugonia'

Emma Stone and Yorgos Lanthimos Collaborate on Sci-Fi Dark Comedy 'Bugonia'

Emma Stone and Yorgos Lanthimos Collaborate on Sci-Fi Dark Comedy 'Bugonia'
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North Korea-Focused Film Fund Bearing North Launches With ‘School for Defectors’ (EXCLUSIVE)

North Korea-Focused Film Fund Bearing North Launches With ‘School for Defectors’ (EXCLUSIVE)

A new private grantmaking initiative dedicated to films about North Korea has launched out of Los Angeles, with an advisory board drawn from documentary filmmaking, journalism, and human rights advocacy. Bearing North, founded by entrepreneurs and film investors Blaine Vess and Esther Paik Vess, will award grants to independent filmmakers worldwide at any stage of […]
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North Korea denounces US-South Korea joint military drills, KCNA says

North Korea denounces US-South Korea joint military drills, KCNA says

SEOUL, Aug 19 (Reuters) - North Korea denounced military drills by the U.S. and South Korea, saying it would continue exercising its right to self-defence to counter what it called military threats from the two countries, state media KCNA reported on Wednesday.
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President Trump Berates Female Reporter Over South Korea Military Coordination Question

President Trump Berates Female Reporter Over South Korea Military Coordination Question

President Trump publicly lashed out at a female reporter, Kaitlin Holmes of CNN, during a photo-op, after she questioned his decision to significantly reduce military coordination with South Korea. The incident occurred on Monday when the reporter asked if North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had requested the scaling back of joint military exercises. President Trump responded by calling her 'disrespectful,' 'fake news,' and a 'loud, boisterous person,' repeatedly telling her to 'be quiet.' This outburst is consistent with a documented pattern of President Trump criticizing female journalists, having previously referred to them as 'the worst' and 'second-rate,' and telling them to 'be quiet' or that they 'know nothing about nothing.' The White House also separately criticized Holmes for another question regarding President Trump's relationship with his aide Natalie Harp, labeling it 'disgusting and inhumane' on X.
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North Korea condemns US-South Korea drills despite Trump order to scale back

North Korea condemns US-South Korea drills despite Trump order to scale back

By Joyce Lee SEOUL, Aug 19 (Reuters) - North Korea denounced military drills by the U.S. and South Korea, saying it would continue exercising its right to self-defence to counter what it called military threats from the two countries, state media KCNA reported on Wednesday.
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President Trump Announces Substantial Reduction in Joint Military Exercises with South Korea Amidst Shifting Diplomatic Stance

President Trump Announces Substantial Reduction in Joint Military Exercises with South Korea Amidst Shifting Diplomatic Stance

President Trump has declared that the United States will significantly decrease its joint military exercises with South Korea. This decision is attributed to his "very good relationship" with North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un. The announcement follows President Trump's expressed dissatisfaction with Seoul's refusal to join the U.S. in the "denuclearisation" of Iran. The BBC's Tom Bateman has provided an explanation of President Trump's evolving diplomatic approach towards both North and South Korea. This move signals a notable shift in U.S. foreign policy regarding military cooperation in the region, potentially altering the long-standing security arrangements between the U.S. and South Korea. The reduction in exercises could be interpreted as a gesture of goodwill towards North Korea, aiming to foster further dialogue and de-escalation on the Korean Peninsula. The context of Iran's denuclearization adds another layer of complexity, suggesting a broader strategic realignment in U.S. international relations...
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Countries with Little League World Series titles. It's a short list

Countries with Little League World Series titles. It's a short list

What countries are on the all-time list of Little League World Series winners? See the previous champions and when they last won the LLWS title.
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President Trump Confirms Outreach Response from North Korea's Kim Jong Un Amidst Reduced Military Drills

President Trump Confirms Outreach Response from North Korea's Kim Jong Un Amidst Reduced Military Drills

President Trump announced that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has responded to his outreach, following President Trump's order to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea. This development comes a day after President Trump directed the truncation of these drills, a move perceived as an effort to encourage Kim Jong Un to return to negotiations. Speaking at the White House, President Trump stated that he is making the situation on the Korean Peninsula "much safer" by reducing the scale of what he referred to as "war games." President Trump has previously met with Kim Jong Un three times during his first term, becoming the first sitting American president to enter North Korea.
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Senator Jack Reed Denounces President Trump's Decision to Reduce US-South Korea Military Exercises

Senator Jack Reed Denounces President Trump's Decision to Reduce US-South Korea Military Exercises

Senator Jack Reed, the leading Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, has strongly criticized President Trump's decision to significantly reduce the scale of joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea. Reed labeled the decision as 'stupid and incoherent,' expressing concern that it undermines American alliances. President Trump announced on Sunday a 'considerable reduction' in U.S. participation in the annual military drills, which commenced hours later. He cited his 'very good relationship with Kim Jong Un,' the North Korean leader, as a primary reason. South Korean authorities, however, confirmed that the joint maneuvers began as scheduled. President Trump also mentioned Seoul's non-participation in U.S. military operations against Iran as a justification for decreasing U.S. involvement in the exercises. Senator Reed argued that such actions make America's commitments appear negotiable to both allies and adversaries.
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Korea Box Office: Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Outpaces ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Again in Strong Second Weekend

Korea Box Office: Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Outpaces ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Again in Strong Second Weekend

“The Odyssey” ruled the South Korean box office during the weekend of Aug. 14–16. According to data from KOBIS, the tracking service operated by the Korean Film Council, the Christopher Nolan-directed tentpole generated $13.2 million from 1,691,744 admissions over the three-day frame across 2,114 screens, capturing 59.07% of the total weekend market. The film grew […]