Followers rejoice as BTS stars Jimin, Jung Kook finish necessary South Korea navy service

Followers rejoice as BTS stars Jimin, Jung Kook finish necessary South Korea navy service

Hundreds of fans gathered in the early morning hours to catch a glimpse of K-pop superstars Jimin and Jung Kook, the latest and final members of BTS to be discharged from South Korea’s mandatory military service. The pair wore their military uniforms Wednesday, saluted and addressed fans who had assembled to see the pair after their discharge. Jung Kook … Read more

South Africa hit by snow, floods and gale drive winds inflicting havoc

South Africa hit by snow, floods and gale drive winds inflicting havoc

A minibus carrying schoolchildren has been swept away by heavy flooding in South Africa, a spokesperson for the Eastern Cape provincial government has told the BBC. Khuselwa Rantjie said it was unclear how many children were on the bus, but three had so far been found alive. Rescue efforts had been suspended as night had … Read more

Beloved South Korean musical wins six Tony awards

Beloved South Korean musical wins six Tony awards

The Broadway version of the beloved Korean musical Maybe Happy Ending has won six Tony awards, including best musical. The production about the friendship between two humanoid robots was nominated for 10 awards on Sunday. It also won best book of a musical and best original score. Maybe Happy Ending premiered in South Korea in … Read more

South Sudan – the African nation producing style’s favorite fashions

South Sudan – the African nation producing style’s favorite fashions

Wedaeli Chibelushi BBC News Getty Images Arop Akol has been travelling around the fashion world over the last three years Wearing an understated but chic outfit, flowing braids and a dewy, make-up free face, Arop Akol looks like your typical off-duty model. She sinks into the sofa at the offices of her UK agency, First … Read more