In rare twin statements, Kim Jong-un’s powerful sister dismissed the idea of US outreach and demanded ‘nuclear weapons state’ recognition.

North Korea has welcomed its first tourists to its ghostly new “Benidorm” beach resort. But the initial batch of visitors have reported that they are followed everywhere and their phones are likely bugged. The newly built resort, called Wonsan‑Kalma, has opened for Russian tourists on package tours.

(Reuters) -Defending champions China have been drawn to face North Korea, Bangladesh and Uzbekistan in the group phase of the 2026 Women's Asian Cup with hosts Australia opening the three-week-long tournament against the Philippines on March 1 in Perth.

The slashing of support for Voice of America and Radio Free Asia has seen foreign broadcasts into North Korea drop by as much as 80 per cent.

Personal relationship between Kim Jong Un and Donald Trump 'is not bad,' says sister of the North Korean leader - Anadolu Ajansı

Japan plans to deploy upgraded long-range missiles on its southernmost main island by spring as it continues to bolster defenses in the Nansei Islands, according to local media.

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Niu Vision Media and Echelon Studios are teaming to bring 'Dead to Rights,' the Chinese wartime drama from Shen Ao to North American audiences.

Kim Yo Jong's statement suggested North Korea would only return to talks if the US rewards it for a partial surrender of its nuclear capability.

Intrepid Travel is expanding in northern and central Asia with a range of new tours across six countries. The new itineraries, ranging from 8 to16 days, will offer locally-led experiences in remote mountain ranges, ancient cities and nomadic communities across China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Mongolia.