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Jessica Abrahams
Jessica Abrahams is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom. She specializes in covering topics around gender, global development and international affairs.
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Spanish
Feature Stories
Research
Investigative Journalism
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Politics
Current Affairs
Science & Environment
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Jobs Completed 1
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North Korea claims 800,000 people joined army to fight 'US imperialists' in one day alone
North Korea claims that over 800,000 young citizens volunteered to join the army in a single day to combat 'US imperialists,' following the test-firing of its most powerful intercontinental ballistic missile. This recruitment surge coincides with the largest US-South Korea joint military drills in five years, which North Korean state media portrays as a provocation for nuclear war. The drills are used by Pyongyang to justify its nuclear weapons program, suggesting that they aim to destroy the North Korean regime and occupy Pyongyang.
Balanced
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Left
Political View
Gavin Blair
Experienced Japan-based journalist, work in print, radio and TV. Have reported on a wide range of topics for media around the world.
English
Japanese
Interview (Video / Broadcast)
Feature Stories
Corporate Content
+7
Fact Checking
Jobs Completed 7
Job Success Rate 100%
Usually Responds Within a day
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Kim Jong-un demands weapons factories boost production
Kim Jong-un visited North Korean weapons factories, ordering a significant increase in missile production capacity and emphasizing military readiness. His tour follows recent inspections and the sacking of his top general. Kim's statements highlight the need for overwhelming military force to deter and annihilate enemies. The upcoming Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercises by South Korea and the US, along with closer military cooperation between Seoul, Tokyo, and Washington, have drawn condemnation from Pyongyang. North Korea's Socialist Patriotic Youth League newspaper echoed Kim's demands for increased production and war preparations.
Balanced
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Far Left
Political View
Olivia Crellin
Olivia Crellin is a journalist based in San Francisco, United States of America.
English
Feature Stories
Content Writing
Corporate Content
+6
Fact Checking
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North Korea to Become First Country to Shut Borders over Ebola Fear
North Korea is set to become the first country to close its borders due to Ebola fears, despite no reported cases within the country. The ban on foreign tourists will begin on Friday, with uncertainty about its impact on diplomatic or business communities. This follows a history of North Korea sealing its borders during health crises, such as the SARS outbreak in 2003. Concurrently, reports from South Korean media suggest a potential purge of top military and government officials during Kim Jong-un's recent absence from the public eye. Speculations about Kim's health and political moves have arisen, but the exact reasons behind the disappearances of officials remain unclear. Experts suggest various reasons for these absences, ranging from re-education to involvement in undisclosed tasks.
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John Everard
I am a retired diplomat. I served as UK Ambassador to Belarus (1993-1995), Uruguay (2001-2005) and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK, North Korea) (2006-2008). From 2011-2012 I coordinated the UN Security Council's Panel of Experts on North Korea. I comment on international ...
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
French
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Interview (Video / Broadcast)
Content Writing
Interview (Print / Radio / Podcast)
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Current Affairs
Fact Checking
Jobs Completed 1
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What Preparing for War Looks Like Inside North Korea
The article discusses the annual joint military exercises conducted by the US and South Korea and their impact on North Korea. While the North Korean regime views these exercises as a potential threat and responds with heightened military alertness and missile tests, ordinary North Koreans are more concerned about the welfare of their family members in the military. The article provides insights from John Everard, a former British Ambassador to North Korea, who shares his observations and experiences during his tenure. The piece highlights the difference in perceptions between the regime and the general populace, emphasizing the routine hardships faced by North Korean soldiers during these exercises.
Balanced
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Center
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Aidan Foster-Carter
Aidan Foster-Carter is a journalist based in Exeter, United Kingdom.
Jobs Completed 2
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Mortal Menace, or Mere Mind Games?
Kim Jong Un's recent speeches signal a radical shift in North Korea's policy towards South Korea, marking a departure from past approaches by repudiating the legacies of his predecessors. The rhetoric suggests a heightened military posture, with threats of nuclear deterrence and potential constitutional amendments to redefine territorial claims. Despite the aggressive language, the analysis suggests this may be more performative than indicative of imminent conflict, as North Korea grapples with internal challenges and seeks to navigate its relationships with China and Russia. The article highlights the complexities and contradictions in Kim's stance, questioning the coherence and practicality of his new policy direction.
Balanced
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Far Left
Political View
Robert Kelly
Robert Kelly is a filmmaking professional based in Belfast, United Kingdom.
Irish
Video Rushes
Arts & Books
Jobs Completed 1
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Why North Korea may use nuclear weapons first, and why current US policy toward Pyongyang is unsustainable
North Korea has significant incentives to use nuclear weapons first in a conflict due to operational, strategic, and existential threats. The US-South Korea alliance faces the challenge of responding to this potential first-use scenario. The text suggests that the allies should prepare by deconcentrating US forces in Northeast Asia and respond conventionally to a North Korean nuclear attack to avoid further escalation. The article discusses the strategic problems posed by North Korea's nuclear program and the need for a more radical solution, as the current US policy is increasingly unsustainable.
Interpretive
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Center
Political View
Philip Sherwell
Journalist and analyst covering Asia since 2015. Currently in Manila, following Duterte arrest
English
Interview (Video / Broadcast)
News Gathering
Live Reporting
+1
Fact Checking
Jobs Completed 167
Job Success Rate 95%
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North Korea cracks open its border after two years and Omicron creeps in
North Korea faces a significant challenge as the Omicron variant of COVID-19 infiltrates the country, which has no vaccination program and a vulnerable population. The outbreak, exacerbated by a recent military parade, has led to lockdowns and a scramble for medical supplies from China. Kim Jong-un has blamed officials for the crisis, reflecting his leadership limitations. The situation raises questions about his grip on power, though it may also provide an excuse for further repression. The crisis is unlikely to improve relations with South Korea or halt North Korea's missile program.
Balanced
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Center-Left
Political View
Mitch Shin
Mitch Shin is a journalist based in Seoul, South Korea.
English
Korean
Spanish
Interview (Video / Broadcast)
Vox Pop
News Gathering
+8
Business
Politics
Current Affairs
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Kim Jong Un Guides North Korean Missile Launch
Kim Jong Un oversaw North Korea's short-range ballistic missile launch, demonstrating the country's military capabilities ahead of joint South Korea-U.S. military drills. The launch, which targeted simulated enemy airbases, follows a series of missile tests and warnings against the drills. Kim was accompanied by his daughter, Kim Ju Ae, suggesting her potential future role. The South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff confirmed the launch, which comes amid heightened tensions and increased military activities by South Korea and the U.S. in response to North Korea's growing nuclear capabilities. South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol emphasized the need for strong deterrence against North Korea's threats.
Balanced
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Center
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Kirk Spitzer
Tokyo Correspondent for USA Today, and Tokyo-based freelance journalist. Experienced in print, broadcast and online journalism. Specialising in defense, national security, international relations, business and economics. Have traveled widely in Japan and the Asia-Pafic region and have written on a ...
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Japanese
News Gathering
Feature Stories
Content Writing
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Fact Checking
Jobs Completed 1
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Rare North Korea Congress could be a big show — and mark big changes
North Korea's first party congress in 36 years is set to feature significant political developments, with Kim Jong-un expected to consolidate power and gain approval for his Byongjin policy, which aims to develop both the economy and nuclear weapons. This shift from the military-first policy of his father, Kim Jong-il, could potentially reduce military spending and improve civilian resources. The congress may also signal a possible easing of relations with South Korea and the United States. Despite ongoing violations of international treaties and recent missile test failures, Kim's leadership may bring some economic improvements and a focus on reconciliation.
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Rob York
Rob York is a journalist based in Honolulu, United States of America, with experience covering international relations, diplomacy, foreign affairs and internal politics in the US and Asia.
English
Korean
News Gathering
Feature Stories
Content Writing
+6
Politics
Current Affairs
Technology
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The implications of North Korea's tactical nuclear warheads
North Korea's state media claims a successful test of a cruise missile with a range of 1,500 km, indicating the regime's capability for tactical nuclear weapons. This development could lead to a new phase in nuclear negotiations and raises the risk of a tactical nuclear exchange escalating into a strategic nuclear exchange, especially if the Korean People's Army resorts to nuclear weapons when facing defeat.