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EXPLAINER-South Korea’s Yoon hints at flexibility in doctors’ strike as election looms

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EXPLAINER-South Korea’s Yoon hints at flexibility in doctors’ strike as election looms

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has shown flexibility in his medical reform plan amid a standoff with doctors ahead of parliamentary elections. The plan aims to increase medical school admissions by 2,000 starting in 2025. Yoon is open to adjusting the reform if doctors offer a reasonable alternative proposal. Polls show public support for increased admissions but dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the issue. Yoon’s ratings have dropped as the election approaches.

Ukraine says Russia fired 16 missiles, 11 drones overnight, as power plants hit

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Ukraine says Russia fired 16 missiles, 11 drones overnight, as power plants hit

Russia launched 16 missiles and 11 drones at Ukraine in an overnight air attack, with Ukraine’s air force managing to down nine of the drones and nine of the missiles. Ukraine’s largest private energy firm, DTEK, reported that five of its six plants had been damaged or destroyed, resulting in 80% of its generating capacity being lost and repairs potentially taking up to 18 months.

Son secures comeback win for Tottenham against Luton

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Son secures comeback win for Tottenham against Luton

Fact: Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min scored a late goal to secure a 2-1 victory over Luton Town in the Premier League, helping his team move into fourth place with 56 points.

Israeli strikes on Syria kill dozens, security sources say

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Israeli strikes on Syria kill dozens, security sources say

Israeli strikes in Aleppo killed 38 people, including five members of Hezbollah, in the deadliest attacks in an intensified campaign against Iran’s allies in Syria.

Zelenskiy tells U.S. House speaker: quick passage of military aid is vital

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Zelenskiy tells U.S. House speaker: quick passage of military aid is vital

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a new military aid package for Ukraine quickly. Republican Speaker Mike Johnson has delayed a bill that would provide billion in military and financial aid for Ukraine. Ukrainian troops are facing shortages of artillery supplies as aid is held up in Congress.

Chinese TikTok sellers complain of under-fire platform tightening US rule enforcement

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Chinese TikTok sellers complain of under-fire platform tightening US rule enforcement

Chinese e-commerce vendors selling on TikTok Shop in the U.S. are upset by the platform’s tighter enforcement of rules for overseas sellers. TikTok now requires U.S. entities registered by sellers to be 51% U.S. owned and chaired by a U.S. passport holder, putting Chinese sellers at a disadvantage compared to U.S. sellers. TikTok has not changed its policies for international sellers since introducing TikTok Shop in the U.S. in September 2023.

CyBC employees to strike after payments delayed for over a month

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CyBC employees to strike after payments delayed for over a month

CyBC employees are going on strike due to delayed payment of salaries for over a month, caused by late submission of the national broadcaster’s budget to Parliament. The strike will be held daily from 1.30pm-2.30pm and 8pm-9pm until employees are paid.