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North Korea opens exhibition to mark 70th anniversary of end of Korean War


July 30, 2023

A North Korean art exhibition on Friday unveiled the first paintings of Kim Jong Un, promoting his “cult of personality,” with each piece depicting outlandish or romantic visions of supreme leaders engaged in activities, such as glad-handing farmers and riding a horse on Mount Paektu. The paintings, part of an exhibit celebrating the 70th anniversary of the “victory in the …

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A North Korean art exhibition on Friday unveiled the first paintings of Kim Jong Un, promoting his “cult of personality,” with each piece depicting outlandish or romantic visions of supreme leaders engaged in activities, such as glad-handing farmers and riding a horse on Mount Paektu. The paintings, part of an exhibit celebrating the 70th anniversary of the “victory in the Fatherland Liberation War,” — the name used in North Korea to remember the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement that marked the end of the Korean War in 1953 — were displayed alongside paintings of Kim’s predecessors, Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il. The official opening ceremony for the exhibit was attended by Choe Chang Hak, vice department director of the Central Committee of the Workers’ Party of Korea and Choe Hui Thae, chairman of the Pyongyang Municipal People’s Committee along with officials of ministries, national institutions and creators in the field of fine art. The exhibition attracted hundreds of locals, with Kim Jong Un’s painting prominently displayed, suggesting a possible shift in propaganda policy. Kim Jong Un depicted meeting farmers and field workers in his country. — KCNA Kim Jong Un depicted meeting farmers and field workers in his country. — KCNA The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPKR) founder Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il were previously displayed before Kim Jong Un, whose photographs hung third in the order, NK News reported. The paintings show “one victory after another in the confrontation with imperialism and the US that have lasted for centuries,” according to the state-owned Korean Central News Agency (KCNA). North Korea was formed after World War II and Japan’s surrender in 1910. The Soviet Union occupied the area north of the 38th parallel, which was the demarcation between North and South Korea forming the demilitarised zone (DMZ) in 1953. KCNA Watch reports that the artwork would remind visitors of Kim Jong Il’s revolutionary history and the tradition of war victory, alongside paintings of Kim Jong Un. Additionally, the paintings depict the daily transformation of Korea under the Central Committee of the Great Workers’ Party of Korea, presenting a narrative of positive change amid a severe crisis such as starvation and the coronavirus pandemic. As people began to prefer death over slow-starvation and suffering, Kim Jong Un declared suicide an “act of treason against socialism.” The Times UK revealed that the identities of the artists who created Kim Jong Un’s paintings remain unknown while referring to Kim’s personal court as “opaque” and difficult to read. Prior to the exhibit, artists in the country were prohibited from painting Kim, but restrictions were lifted, and he recently commissions three mosaic murals for public display. Kim Jong Un’s attempt to display public works mirrors his father and grandfather’s early reigns, with portraits and statues being made public in the early years of their reign. While no statues of Kim Jong Un have been observed yet, additional paintings include depictions of recent missile tests and military parades.


July 30, 2023

At least nine people were killed while over 100 others were injured in a deadly firework warehouse explosion in Narathiwat province of Thailand, most possibly because of the sparks produced by electric welding at a nearby construction work site in Sungai Kolok. “A warehouse storing firecrackers in Sungai Kolok exploded this afternoon, the latest number is nine dead and 115 …

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These 5 tips will help you build global startup from scratch


July 30, 2023

Creating an international startup from nothing is a challenging endeavor that demands dedication, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace diversity. Alina Vandenberghe, co-founder of Chili Piper, shares valuable tips on how to nurture a startup from its humble beginnings to a successful global company. The startup, Chili Piper, was founded by Alina Vandenberg along with her husband Nicolas Vandenberghe in …

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Saudi Arabia to Host Ukraine Peace Talks, Excluding Russia – Wall Street Journal


July 30, 2023

Saudi Arabia has taken the initiative to host peace talks aimed at resolving the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. The talks, scheduled for early August, will bring together key players from up to 30 countries, including Western states, Ukraine, and major developing nations like India and Brazil. According to the Wall Street Journal, the meeting will be held in Jeddah on August …

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Meet 100 cute kittens seeking new homes in Michigan


July 30, 2023

Nearly 100 cats and kittens from Michigan are seeking loving homes after being rescued from a hoarder’s house. The Brownstown Township Police Department responded to the home of an elderly man in Downriver, Michigan, following complaints from concerned neighbors about a strong smell of urine. Upon entering the house, police discovered a surprising number of feline companions. Body camera footage …

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This is how you can nurture highly sensitive kids for success


July 30, 2023

If you think you have a sensitive child, you have a very crucial role to play in nurturing their unique strengths and helping them thrive. Parenting experts want you to know that sensitivity is not a weakness, but a rare advantage in kids. By embracing their individuality and providing a supportive environment, you can empower your sensitive child to grow …

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Nightmare comes to life as roller coaster stuck 72ft above ground


July 30, 2023

In what sounded like a real-life horror movie, a roller coaster Essex broke down mid-ride, leaving one of the cars stuck 72 feet above the ground for a full 40 minutes. According to the clip posted on social media, the car was dangling vertically at 90° — with riders facing the sky — while Adventure Island’s worried staff attended to …

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Lahore receives heavy showers as Met Office warns of urban, flash floods


July 30, 2023

As Ukrainian drone assaults intensify with the forces penetrating into the capital Moscow, the Russian Ministry of Defence said Sunday that it thwarted three of the Kiyv drones in the capital, as authorities closed down an airport in the city due to the attack. According to the ministry’s statement on Telegram, one drone was hit on the outskirts of the …

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Another Indian girl molested, beaten in public


July 30, 2023

The incidents of violence and abuse against women do not tend to cease in India, as another girl — a Muslim and physiotherapist by profession — was beaten and molested in public in the Ujjain city of Madhya Pradesh. A group of men intercepted the victim on her way back home on Friday evening and subjected her to violence and …

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Ukraine moves Christmas date in snub to Russia


July 29, 2023

KYIV: Ukraine has moved its official Christmas holiday to December 25 in a break with the Russian Orthodox Church which celebrates it on January 7, according to legislation passed on Friday. The bill signed by President Volodymyr Zelensky highlights the deepening rift between churches in Kyiv and Moscow since Russia’s invasion of its pro-Western neighbour. “The relentless and successful struggle …

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