Trump is dismantling democracy, reports find. And, Treasury to take over student loans
LISTEN & FOLLOW NPR App Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio YouTube Music RSS link Trump is dismantling democracy, reports find. And, Treasury to take over student loans March 20, 2026 7:29 AM ET By Brittney Melton Israel and...
Oil firm breaks environmental rules nearly 500 times
Oil firm breaks environmental rules nearly 500 times 14 minutes ago Share Save Stewart Whittingham North West Share Save BBC Essar, which owns Stanlow, has apologised for breaking environmental regulations A company which owns an oil refinery in Cheshire has...
Pittsburgh synagogue attack survivors talk about their friendship and healing journey
NPR LISTEN & FOLLOW NPR App Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music iHeart Radio YouTube Music RSS link Pittsburgh synagogue attack survivors talk about their friendship and healing journey March 20, 2026 4:41 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition By Kerrie...
IT failure leaves Hargreaves Lansdown clients unable to make transactions
IT failure leaves Hargreaves Lansdown clients unable to make transactions 16 minutes ago Share Save Richard Irvine-Brown , BBC Technology and James Kelly , BBC Your Voice Share Save Getty The company said there was not a cyber security issue...
From mall to torture site: The debate over El Helicoide's future in Venezuela
The Americas From mall to torture site: The debate over El Helicoide's future in Venezuela March 20, 2026 5:30 AM ET By Manuel Rueda Venezuela's National Intelligence Service headquarters, known as El Helicoide, stands in front of La Cota 905...
T.O.P to release 1st solo album in April, marking 20th year since debut | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, March 20 (Yonhap) -- Singer-actor T.O.P, a former member of boy group BIGBANG, will release his first solo studio album next month, marking the 20th anniversary of his debut, his agency said Friday. T.O.P will drop "Another Dimension"...
Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps
Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps 41 minutes ago Share Save Malcolm Prior , Rural affairs producer and Jenny Kumah , Rural affairs correspondent Share Save Christopher Furlong/Getty Images A notorious tip in Wigan has been earmarked...
Trump is dismantling democracy at 'unprecedented' speed, global report finds
Politics Trump is dismantling democracy at 'unprecedented' speed, global report finds March 20, 2026 12:01 AM ET Frank Langfitt Reports say President Trump has damaged democracy at remarkable speed Listen · 4:49 4:49 Transcript Toggle more options Download Embed Embed...
(LEAD) BTS redefines 'Koreanness' in long-awaited full-group album 'Arirang' | Yonhap News Agency
OK (ATTN: UPDATES throughout with BTS' interview with BigHit; ADDS photos and byline) By Shim Sun-ah SEOUL, March 20 (Yonhap) -- Global K-pop sensation BTS said it wanted to keep Korean sentiment alive in its own way as it prepared...
Australia PM heckled at Sydney mosque Ramadan event
Australia PM heckled at Sydney mosque Ramadan event 1 hour ago Share Save Lana Lam Sydney Share Save Getty Images Australian PM Anthony Albanese was heckled at a Sydney mosque on Friday Australia's prime minister has been heckled during an...
(4th LD) Trump calls on Japan to 'step up' as U.S. seeks to keep Strait of Hormuz open | Yonhap News Agency
President Donald Trump on Thursday expressed his expectation for Japan to "step up" to support the United States, as the U.S. military strives to keep the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, open amid the ongoing war against...
Bachelorette's new season pulled after Taylor Frankie Paul abuse allegations
Bachelorette's new season pulled after Taylor Frankie Paul abuse allegations 2 hours ago Share Save Nardine Saad Los Angeles Share Save Getty Images Taylor Frankie Paul had recently been promoting the new series The new season of dating show The...
Teenager among first to be executed over Iran's anti-government protests
Teenager among first to be executed over Iran's anti-government protests 2 hours ago Share Save Kathryn Armstrong Share Save Mizan News Agency Iran's state media released footage on Thursday of the three men at their trial Iran has executed three...
BTS marks comeback with drone light show over New York's Brooklyn Bridge | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, March 19 (Yonhap) -- K-pop supergroup BTS lit up the night sky over New York with a drone light show Wednesday (U.S. time) to mark its long-awaited comeback and the release of its fifth studio album, "Arirang." According...
(2nd LD) Trump calls on Japan to 'step up' as U.S. seeks to keep Strait of Hormuz open | Yonhap News Agency
President Donald Trump on Thursday expressed his expectation for Japan to "step up" to support the United States, as the U.S. military strives to keep the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, open amid the ongoing war against...
(3rd LD) Trump calls on Japan to 'step up' as U.S. seeks to keep Strait of Hormuz open | Yonhap News Agency
President Donald Trump on Thursday expressed his expectation for Japan to "step up" to support the United States, as the U.S. military strives to keep the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, open amid the ongoing war against...
Trump calls on Japan to 'step up' as U.S. seeks to keep Strait of Hormuz open | Yonhap News Agency
President Donald Trump on Thursday expressed his expectation for Japan to "step up" to support the United States, as the U.S. military strives to keep the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, open amid the ongoing war against...
Yonhap News Summary | Yonhap News Agency
OK The following is the second summary of major stories moved by Yonhap News Agency on Thursday. ----------------- ■ (2nd LD) Korean won plunges to new 17-yr low against U.S. dollar as Iran crisis persists SEOUL -- The South Korean...
Research team verifies applicability of synaptic transistor for next-gen AI chips in space | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, March 19 (Yonhap) -- A South Korean research team has confirmed the potential application of a synaptic transistor, a key component for next-generation artificial intelligence (AI) chips, in high-radiation space environments, the science ministry said Thursday. The Korea...
Delinquency rate on bank loans rises to 0.56 pct in Jan. | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, March 20 (Yonhap) -- The delinquency rate on loans extended by local banks increased in January due to a rise in newly soured debts, data showed Friday. The delinquency rate on banks' won-denominated loans came to 0.56 percent...
Lee orders comprehensive review of stalking cases after fatal incident | Yonhap News Agency
OK By Kim Eun-jung SEOUL, March 19 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday urged police to review all reported stalking cases and swiftly implement measures to protect victims amid criticism over the police's failure to prevent a recent...
(2nd LD) AMD CEO discusses AI ties with S. Korean gov't, businesses | Yonhap News Agency
OK (ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; ADDS details in paras 2-5, photo) By Kim Boram and Kang Yoon-seung SEOUL, March 19 (Yonhap) -- Lisa Su, chief executive officer (CEO) of Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) Inc., met with officials from the South...
(LEAD) Trump calls on Japan to 'step up' as U.S. seeks to keep Strait of Hormuz open | Yonhap News Agency
President Donald Trump on Thursday expressed his expectation for Japan to "step up" to support the United States, as the U.S. military strives to keep the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route, open amid the ongoing war against...
Seoul again urges its nationals to swiftly leave Iran, Iraq, Lebanon amid Mideast conflict | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, March 19 (Yonhap) -- The foreign ministry on Thursday renewed a call for its nationals in Iran, Iraq and Lebanon to promptly leave the countries for their safety, as the conflict in the region is escalating amid fears...
Nearly half of moviegoers cut cinema visits citing cost as primary factor: survey | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, March 19 (Yonhap) -- Nearly half of moviegoers reduced cinema visits over the past year due to a variety of factors, including rising costs and the growing appeal of streaming services, a recent survey showed Thursday. The Korean...
S. Korea, U.S. conclude key springtime military drills amid N. Korean threats | Yonhap News Agency
OK By Lee Minji SEOUL, March 19 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the United States wrapped up their annual Freedom Shield (FS) exercise Thursday aimed at strengthening their combined readiness posture, amid North Korea's verbal threats and the launch of...
POSCO Future M partners with U.S. startup to develop advanced battery materials | Yonhap News Agency
Under the agreement with cleantech firm Molten Industries, POSCO Future M aims to strengthen its anode materials supply chain by combining its own anode technologies with Molten's methane-based graphite production technology, the company said in a press release. The company...
Gov't discusses adopting AI education programs in elementary, middle schools | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, March 19 (Yonhap) -- The science and education ministries discussed Thursday ways to foster artificial intelligence (AI) talent amid fast changes in the rapidly evolving sector, officials said. Korea eyes 10 tln-won investment in AI sector via state...
How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence
How Finnish supermarkets are central to the country's defence Just now Share Save Jorn Madslien Business reporter, Helsinki Share Save S Group Janne Ahtoniemi says that Finnish firms understand the role they play in the country's defence If Finland was...
UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports
UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports 10 minutes ago Share Save Jemma Crew Business reporter Share Save PA Media The government has set a target for the UK make half of the steel it uses and...