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North Korea Says It Simulated Nuclear Attacks On South Korea And Rehearsed Occupation Of Its Rival
South Korea’s SEOUL — North Korea said Thursday that its recent missile launches mimicked “scorched earth” nuclear strikes on South Korea and that it has also been practicing occupying its rival’s territory in the case of war.
Pyongyang has already tested nuclear-capable missiles and indicated how they would be used in hypothetical conflicts with South Korea and the United States. However, according to observers, the North’s disclosure of specific war plans underlined its aggressive nuclear strategy to terrify its opponents, as it escalated its protest of the continuing South Korean-US military drills, which it sees as a huge security threat.
According to the official Korean Central News Agency, North Korea’s military fired two tactical ballistic missiles from the capital on Wednesday night to practice “scorched earth strikes” on major command centers and operational airfields in South Korea.
The North Korean military claimed that the missiles carried out their simulated hits via air bursts, implying that it validated the explosions of dummy warheads at a predetermined altitude.
North Korea claimed its missile tests were in response to the US flying long-range B-1B bombers over South Korea earlier Wednesday as part of the partners’ field drills.
South Korea’s SEOUL — North Korea said Thursday that its recent missile launches mimicked “scorched earth” nuclear strikes on South Korea.
“(The aerial drill) poses a serious threat to (North Korea) because it was conducted in accordance with the scenario for a preemptive nuclear strike against” North Korea, according to the Korean People’s Army general staff. “The KPA will never forget the reckless actions of US forces and (South Korean) military gangsters.”
The Wednesday missile launches were the most recent in the North’s onslaught of weapons testing since last year.
According to estimates from South Korea and Japan, the two short-range missiles flew 360-400 kilometers (225-250 miles) at a maximum height of 50 kilometers (30 miles) before landing in the waters between the Korean Peninsula and Japan.
South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff described the launches as “a grave provocation” that endangers international peace and breaches United Nations Security Council resolutions prohibiting North Korean ballistic missile launches. The US Indo-Pacific Command stated that the US commitment to South Korean and Japanese defense remained “ironclad.”
On Wednesday, South Korean and Japanese authorities reported their jets engaged in joint aerial exercises with US B-1B bombers. According to South Korea’s Defence Ministry, Wednesday’s B-1B deployment is the tenth flypast by US bombers over the Korean Peninsula this year.
North Korea is highly concerned with deploying US B-1B bombers capable of carrying many conventional bombs. The North describes the bombers as “nuclear strategic” even though they were converted to conventional weapons in the 1990s.
South Korea’s SEOUL — North Korea said Thursday that its recent missile launches mimicked “scorched earth” nuclear strikes on South Korea.
The United States and South Korea began their summer Ulchi Freedom Shield computer-simulated command post exercise on August 21. This year’s training, which is set to culminate later Thursday, has featured more than 30 field exercises, such as Wednesday’s combined aerial exercise with the B-1B aircraft.
North Korea describes significant US-led military exercises on and around the Korean Peninsula as preparation for an invasion. Officials in both Washington and Seoul argue that their exercises are defensive. The United States has approximately 28,000 troops stationed in South Korea.
According to KCNA, Kim visited an army base on Tuesday where his troops have been undertaking command post maneuvers in reaction to the South Korean-US military training. The drills are intended to practice procedures for “occupying the entire territory of the southern half” of the Korean Peninsula in the event of a conflict, according to the statement.
Kim emphasized the importance of “dealing a heavy blow at the enemy’s war potential and war command centre, as well as blinding their means of command communication at the initial stage of operation.” According to KNCA, Kim also specified requirements for acquiring the ability to launch “simultaneous super-intense strikes” at important enemy military objectives and other places whose destruction can bring social and economic upheaval.
According to researcher Cheong Seong-Chang of South Korea’s private Sejong Institute, the North’s study shows it has operational plans to launch full-fledged attacks on South Korea during armed hostilities between the rivals to achieve Korean unification by force. He claimed North Korea was planning nuclear and EMP (electromagnetic pulse) attacks early in the war.
South Korea’s SEOUL — North Korea said Thursday that its recent missile launches mimicked “scorched earth” nuclear strikes on South Korea.
Later Thursday, South Korea’s Unification Ministry harshly condemned North Korea for publicly declaring its intention to invade the South. It warned North Korea that if it maintains its provocations and military threats, it will face “an overwhelming response” from South Korea, the United States, and Japan.
According to the ministry, it was the first report on command post training involving the whole military since Kim took office in late 2011.
Since last year, when it passed new legislation authorizing nuclear weapons in various situations, North Korea has openly threatened to deploy its nuclear weapons first in prospective battles with South Korea and the United States.
Kim has been working hard to grow and modernize his arsenal of weaponry. Its second effort to launch a spy satellite failed last week, but a third attempt is planned for October.
Foreign experts believe Kim will eventually utilize his expanded military arsenals to push the US to make concessions when negotiation restarts.
SOURCE – (AP)
LAS VEGAS — He initially competed for the United States Olympic squad at 19. He did it again in his twenties, twice. And now, just a few months shy of turning 40, he’s back for one more run.
LeBron James didn’t need another Olympic experience to fill a gap on his CV or add to a legacy established long before. He chose to play this summer for one simple reason: he wanted to.
James took his first steps toward becoming the first American men’s basketball player to compete in the Olympics in three decades on Saturday, joining the team that will represent the United States at the Paris Games later this month. Training camp began in Las Vegas, marking the start of a 5-1/2-week quest in which the only acceptable outcome is the United States winning gold for the fifth time in a row.
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Back For A 4th Olympics Run, LeBron James Says Gold Is All That Matters
“I’m still playing at a high level,” James, a three-time Olympic medalist (two golds and one bronze), said Saturday following the first exercise. “I still enjoy the game of basketball. And Team USA has done well for me, so I felt it was vital for this summer to be able to go out there and play with the rest of the guys.”
The inaugural session occurred on the same day as another first for the James family: the Los Angeles Lakers first game in the California Classic summer league, which included Bronny James, the NBA’s all-time scoring leader, making his professional debut.
James could have easily requested Day 1 off to attend his son’s debut. It was never considered. He onto the court shortly after the busses arrived, slapping hands with teammates, throwing down dunks, and reuniting with two of his former coaches, Erik Spoelstra and Tyronn Lue, who both won NBA championships with James on their teams.
“I was blown away by how hard he practices,” US coach Steve Kerr stated. “I went to Ty and Spo and asked, ‘Is this normal?’ And they replied, “Every day, every day.” And then I asked Spo, “What about way back when you got him?” And Spo replied, ‘Every day, drill, walkthrough.'”
Kerr has coached against James in four NBA Finals, all featuring Golden State guard Stephen Curry, who plays for Kerr’s Warriors and will make his Olympic debut this summer.
“I’ve talked to both of them about this idea of being together after going against one another with such high stakes over the years,” Mr. Kerr said. “They go nicely together. The thought of Steph playing off the ball and LeBron pushing it in transition is interesting. Steph will play on the ball as well. And LeBron has improved his shooting, but they both excel in many aspects of the game. “I believe they’re excited to compete for the first time.”
James was a member of the United States team that won bronze medals at the 2004 Olympics in Athens and the 2006 World Championships (now known as the World Cup) in Japan. Since then, the Americans have gone undefeated when James wears USA across his chest in international play.
Since the bronze medal game in Japan 18 years ago, the United States has played 36 games with James in uniform, including 10 at the FIBA Americas tournament in 2007, four exhibitions before and eight games at the 2008 Beijing Games, and five additional exhibitions and eight games at the 2012 London Games. The record is 36-0. He aspires to finish 47-0 this summer.
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Back For A 4th Olympics Run, LeBron James Says Gold Is All That Matters
“I’m here to have a good summer,” James stated.
Even though he will not participate in Rio de Janeiro or Tokyo, James will compete in his fourth Olympics, tying the record for the most by a US men’s player. Only Carmelo Anthony has appeared in four Olympics for the United States men’s team; Kevin Durant will do the same this summer.
That’s a great side note, but it’s different from what James thinks about right now.
“Our only goal,” he told me, “is to win a gold medal.”
SOURCE – (AP)
On Saturday afternoon, Environment Canada issued a heat warning for British Columbia’s Fraser Valley, Metro Vancouver and Alberta’s Edmonton, and Calgary cities.
A heat warning will remain in place until about the middle of next week, according to the weather service, because of the moderate risk to public health, Environment Canada reported.
“Very high temperatures are on the horizon starting Sunday,” Environment Canada warned in a press statement, citing a developing ridge of high pressure over the area.
The highs during the day will be in the low to mid-30s. Daytime highs will reach the upper 20s when you’re close to the water. Lows throughout the night will drop to about 17 degrees. By the middle of next week, the scorching weather should start to cool off, though when exactly that will happen is still up in the air.
Cooling Centers in Vancouver
With the installation of cooling centers, the City of Vancouver would like to remind its citizens.
“Anyone is welcome to cool down and rehydrate at one of these centers, and some will even allow well-behaved pets,” the city announced.
“Anyone can find a cool place to relax in the shade at any of the City’s other community centers, on plazas with coverings from the elements, or under the shade of trees, umbrellas, or awnings at parks or beaches.”
Next week’s temperatures in Alberta might reach 35C or higher, prompting Environment Canada to issue heat advisories for the province. Areas in northern, central, and southern Alberta, including High Level, Edmonton, and Calgary, are currently under the alerts.
By Sunday, the province can anticipate “extremely warm temperatures” brought on by a developing upper ridge, according to meteorologists.
Daytime Temperature to rise
A weather notice states that many sections of Alberta may expect daytime highs of near 30 C on Sunday, which will gradually rise to near 35 C by Wednesday.
“Downturns into the teens for the night won’t cool things down much.”
Residents of Alberta who live in the hotspots should stay indoors, avoid going outside as much as possible, and reschedule any outside activities they have planned. In order to prevent heat stroke and heat exhaustion, people should drink lots of water and other non-alcoholic, caffeine-free drinks.
The City of Edmonton has stated that it will activate its weather response for excessive heat on Monday to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals in anticipation of warmer temperatures.
Unless there is a significant change in the forecast, city officials have stated that the response plan will conclude on Friday night.
The city emphasized the growing importance of preventing dehydration during heat waves.
Environment Canada has offered some tips to help residents stay cool during the upcoming heatwave, including:
- drink plenty of water, even if you aren’t thirsty, especially at night
- reduce activity level and avoid intense activity
- wear a damp shawl or shirt
- sit in a cool or tepid bath
- take a cool shower
- use a personal mister or spray bottle
As well, people are advised to watch out for signs of heat stroke, which include severe headache, confusion, unsteadiness, vomiting, and a loss of thirst.
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South Korea’s First ‘Robot Suicide’ Raises Concerns: Robot Civil Servant Falls Down Stairs at Gumi City Council
A robot civil servant in South Korea was discovered unresponsive at the foot of a stairwell, marking the country’s first ‘robot suicide’ case. Gumi City Council officials reported that the robot, known as “Robot Supervisor,” worked a conventional 9-to-5 workday and had its civil service ID card.
“Robot Supervisor” was apparently spotted by municipal staff about 4 p.m., who claimed that the robot had previously behaved abnormally, “circling in one spot as if something was there.”
“It was technically a member of the city hall staff, one of us.
According to the Daily Mail, a municipal official said “it worked diligently.”
What led to the ‘robot suicide’ in South Korea
While the cause of the fall is still being investigated, reports wonder whether the robot was asked ‘to work too hard’. The officials have collected the parts for analysis, which the robot’s maker is testing.
“Pieces have been collected and will be analysed by the company,” an official stated.
Bear Robotics, a California-based robot-waiter startup, produced the robot, which has been active since August 2023.
Unlike other service robots limited to single floors, the Gumi City Council robot explored the building independently, calling elevators to go between levels.
According to reports, the robot “helped with daily document deliveries, city promotion, and delivered information” to local residents.
The city council has postponed plans to deploy another robot.
According to reports, the Gumi City Council has postponed deploying another robot officer in response to this event.
According to the International Federation of Robotics, South Korea has a high rate of robot adoption, with one industrial robot for every ten employees.
Source: Daily Mail
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