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S Korea on alert after threat from sister of North Korean leader

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South Korea has held an urgent security meeting after the sister of North Korea’s leader threatened military action. Al Jazeera’s Alexi O’Brien explains. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #AlJazeeraEnglish #SouthKorea #NorthKorea

India and Pakistan face the worst locust attack in decades

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Plagues of locusts are devastating large parts of India and Pakistan. Billions of dollars worth of crops have been damaged, prompting fears of food shortages. Pakistan’s government says it is the worst infestation in more than 20 years. Al Jazeera’s Elizabeth Puranam reports from New Delhi, India. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #India #Pakistan #LocustOutbreak

Afghanistan: Gunmen storm hospital compound in Kabul

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Afghan forces have evacuated dozens and ended the siege at a maternity hospital in Kabul, killing the three gunmen behind the deadly attack on the government-run hospital in the capital, the interior ministry spokesman said. At least four people were killed in the morning assault on the Barchi Hospital, the interior ministry said in a statement on Tuesday. Al Jazeera’s Alexi O’Brien reports. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #AlJazeeraEnglish #Afghanistan #Kabul

Thailand’s Last Resort | 101 East

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From reports of abuse and neglect to soaring costs, the reputation of aged care homes in the West has taken a battering in recent years. Now some families are finding alternatives far from home. With its tropical climate, lower costs and culture of respect for the elderly, Thailand is attracting families dealing with dementia and Alzheimer’s from as far away as Europe. Walter Gloor brought his wife Maya to a care home in the northern Thai city of Chiang Mai two years ago, from their home in Switzerland. She had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s when she was 50, and it had become clear that she needed round-the-clock care. “The main […]

China continues South China Sea military action despite COVID-19

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Despite the continuing coronavirus pandemic, China has not slowed down military and research activities in disputed areas of the South China Sea. Now, in an unusual move, the Philippines is getting involved. Al Jazeera’s Barnaby Lo has more from Manila, the capital of the Philippines. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #AlJazeeraEnglish #Coronavirus #China

Indonesian health workers dying amid equipment shortages

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Many health workers in Indonesia dealing with rising numbers of coronavirus cases say they are risking their lives because their protective equipment is inadequate. At least eight doctors and a nurse have died after contracting the illness. Al Jazeera’s Jessica Washington reports from Jakarta. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #AlJazeeraEnglish #Coronavirus #Indonesia

Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim is losing his bid in becoming the next PM: Professor| Capital Connection

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Joseph Liow, professor at S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies discusses Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad’s surprise resignation on Monday that thrust the country into political uncertainty. While Mahathir remains as interim leader, he says that the interim is “really about excluding Anwar from post-Mahathir configuration of power.” Story: https://cnb.cx/2PmEarc ________________________________ Subscribe to CNBC International TV: http://cnb.cx/2wAkfMv Subscribe to CNBC International: http://cnb.cx/2gft82z Like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/cnbcinternational Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cnbcinternational/ Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/cnbci

Don’t call it fusion: The story of Korean-Chinese cuisine| Fork the System

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Although simply referred to as “Chinese food” in Korea, Korean-Chinese food might be unrecognisable to a mainland Chinese person. While dishes like jjajangmyeon have roots in China, they can only be found in Korea. Hwagyos, Chinese immigrants in Korea, needed to “Koreanise” their cuisine with local ingredients and recipes in order to make it more palatable to their customers. In this mini-episode of Fork the System, Joi Lee and HyoJin Park look into the history of jjajangmyeon, one of the most beloved dishes in Korea. Subscribe to our channel http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ #Aljazeeraenglish #ForkTheSystem #KoreaChina

Can South Africa’s army solve Cape Town gang violence?

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Communities on the Cape Flats in the city of Cape Town say police have lost control of gang violence. More than 900 people have been killed in turf battles since the start of the year, and the government is now preparing to deploy the army to clamp down on the unrest. Al Jazeera’s Fahmida Miller has the story. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #SouthAfrica #CapeTown #CapeTownViolence

Kazakhstan police and protesters clash after poll

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Police and protesters have clashed in Kazakhstan on election day. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is on course to be the first new president in nearly 30 years, but some opposition groups say the vote was unfair and should be boycotted. Al Jazeera’s Robin Forestier-Walker reports from the capital, Nur-Sultan. – Subscribe to our channel: http://aje.io/AJSubscribe – Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AJEnglish – Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera – Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ #AlJazeeraEnglish #Kazakhstan #Kassym-JomartTokayev