Here is your Open Thread, which is here for you to chat about anything you want, whether it be drama-related or not. Nothing’s off-topic here! Spoilers may be rife, so proceed accordingly. Netflix announced 6 new Korean variety shows. The first, The Influencers, had seventy-seven of South Korea’s most...

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In a significant revelation, South Korean media reports that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s daughter, Ju Ae, is being groomed to succeed her father. This announcement follows over a year of speculation regarding the line of succession in the reclusive nation. Kim Jong Un’s health and succession plans...

Kim Jong Un’s daughter, Ju Ae, reportedly being groomed for leadership

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Actor Clarence Williams III, best known as the super cool undercover cop Lincoln "Linc" Hayes on TV's classic crime drama, The Mod Squad, died three years ago from colon cancer at 81 years old. This is the story of a talent that lives on.

The Tragic Death of 'Mod Squad'/'Purple Rain' Actor Clarence Williams III: Three Years Later

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"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

New promos have been steadily dropping in for ENA’s upcoming romance To My Hae-ri, this time introducing us to our characters played by Shin Hye-sun (Welcome to Samdal-ri) and Lee Jin-wook (Sweet Home 3) in the latest stills and video teaser. As our central heroine, Shin Hye-sun takes on...

Shin Hye-sun wishes happiness for To My Hae-ri

North Korea claims it is sending 250 new tactical ballistic missile launchers toward its border with South Korea, in the latest bellicose declaration by leader Kim Jong Un against its neighbor.

North Korea claims it’s sending 250 new missile launchers toward the South Korean border

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South Korean officials revealed that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un regained weight and appears to be experiencing obesity-related health problems like high blood pressure and diabetes. South Korea’s spy agency told lawmakers on July 29 that Kim’s doctors are seeking new medicines abroad to treat him. The North Korean...

South Korean Officials Fear North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un May Die From Obesity-Related Health Problems

- Advertisement - A North Korean soldier in his 20s defected to South Korea on the morning of August 20, local time, through Goseong in Gangwon Province, according to multiple military sources. A military official reported that the soldier crossed into the South Korean Army’s 22nd Division area in Gangwon...

Young North Korean soldier walks across DMZ to defect to South Korea

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Every city has a story to tell, and with over 500 years of history, Beaufort, SC certainly has lots of stories. We dug up 16 fascinating facts about Beaufort, SC from the past and present to share with you.

16 Fascinating facts about historic Beaufort, SC

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North Korea has deployed a set of new terrifying weapons to its border, reigniting fears of a new conflict as Kim Jong-un looks to modernise his military capabilities

WW3 fears as North Korea 'rushing new terrifying weapons to border'

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(CHICAGO) In July, Democratic National Convention (DNC) officials predicted 50,000 visitors to Chicago and a $150 million boost to the economy. But are restaurants feeling the bump in business thanks to the convention?

DNC in Chicago: Some Restaurants Left Hungry for Expected Business Boom

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Curiosity over Kim Jong Un’s preteen daughter, Kim Ju Ae, has been accumulating since she first accompanied him holding hands to the ICBM test launch site in Nov. 2022.

North Korean leader trains daughter to become successor, says intelligence service

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A North Korea tour operator outlines the key rules for visiting the country, which is partially reopening for tourists after almost five years.

I've been to North Korea more than 180 times. Here's how tourists can stay out of trouble.

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

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KINMEN, Taiwan — Taiwan wants to continue its free way of life and rejects being ruled by China’s Communist Party, Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said Friday, visiting a frontline island between the two sides to mark a key battle with Chinese forces. China’s military carried out another round...

On frontline island, Taiwan president rejects China’s rule for freedom

- Advertisement - North Korean leader Kim Jong-un’s luxury yachts were spotted sailing despite severe flooding that caused extensive damage among civilians in the Sinuiju area. According to Radio Free Asia on August 21, the lack of recent reports on Kim Jong-un’s wife, Ri Sol-ju, and daughter, Kim Ju-ae,...

Kim Jong-un’s luxury yachts sail on while North Koreans suffer severe flooding

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The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

It's been over 40 years since Leave It To Beaver actor Hugh Beaumont died of a heart attack in Munich, Germany in 1982. A former minister in real life, Hugh Beaumont was born in Lawrence, Kansas. He is best remembered as Ward Cleaver in Leave It To Beaver, the classic TV sitcom that originally aired for seven years in the late 1950s and early 1960s.

In Memory of 'Leave It To Beaver' Actor and Former Minister Hugh Beaumont: 4 Decades After His Death

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The Bulsae-4 uses a non-line-of-sight missile system, meaning it can strike targets without a direct line of sight.

A North Korean anti-tank missile vehicle appears to be operating near Ukraine. It may be the 1st armored vehicle Pyongyang has sent Russia.

- Advertisement - Kim Jong-sik, First Deputy Director of the Military Industry Department of the Central Committee of North Korea’s Workers’ Party and the key figure in the country’s missile development program, has been spotted attending an advanced weaponry exhibition organized by the Russian Ministry of Defense.

North Korea’s top missile developer spotted in Russia, allegedly seeking advanced technology

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Kim Dong-wook’s Seoul Busters are exiled to preschool

In a callout to the childhood superheroes of yore, the Power Rangers Seoul Busters have arrived in gloriously campy fashion, delivering the first promos for Disney+’s...

Kim Dong-wook’s Seoul Busters are exiled to preschool

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