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North Korean soldier defects across DMZ border
In a rare border incident, a North Korean soldier has successfully crossed the Demilitarized Zone into South Korea, marking the first such defection in over a year amid heightened tensions.
Venice's 'Fake Police' Scam Targets Solo Female Travellers
An alarming new scam is sweeping through Venice's picturesque streets, with travellers reporting encounters with fake police officers demanding to see passports and wallets. Discover how to protect yourself from this sophisticated con.
South Korea deploys advanced howitzers and drones
Exclusive: South Korea bolsters its military capabilities with cutting-edge K9 howitzers and surveillance drones amid escalating tensions with North Korea, as Pyongyang continues weapons testing.
Solo traveller humbled by accidental home invasion
A British tourist's innocent mistake in a foreign country led to an embarrassing home invasion and a valuable lesson about cultural awareness while travelling alone.
South Korea bans Cambodia travel amid scam crisis
South Korea has urgently banned travel to specific Cambodian provinces amid a sophisticated scam operation that has left approximately 80 South Korean nationals missing and feared trapped in forced labour conditions.
South Korea's elderly population reaches record 20%
New statistics reveal South Korea's demographic time bomb is worsening, with over 20% of citizens now aged 65 or older, raising urgent questions about economic sustainability and social welfare systems.
South Korea opens world's largest civilian nuclear bunker
South Korea opens massive underground civilian shelter capable of holding 240,000 people as North Korean threats escalate. The futuristic complex features advanced survival systems and could become a blueprint for global nuclear preparedness.
Kim Jong Un orders war readiness boost after nuclear drills
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen military exercises simulating a nuclear counterstrike, raising regional tensions and ordering enhanced war preparedness capabilities.
Kim Jong Un abandons Korean reunification, threatens nuclear war
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared South Korea a 'primary foe' and permanently abandoned reunification plans, threatening nuclear escalation in his most aggressive speech to date.
London's Best Restaurants for Solo Diners
Discover London's most welcoming restaurants for solo diners, from intimate counters to communal tables where eating alone becomes a pleasure rather than a predicament.
Hostel horror: roommate's bizarre 3am alarm habit
A solo traveller's hostel stay turned into a nightmare when her roommate's peculiar alarm clock routine involving multiple 3am wake-up calls sparked outrage and debate about hostel etiquette.
British women booking solo trips for family breaks
Discover how a growing movement of UK women are taking transformative solo journeys to break free from family pressures and rediscover themselves through travel.
Kim Jong Un threatens war against South Korea
North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un has ordered his military to prepare for war, vowing to completely occupy South Korean territory in response to joint military exercises with the US. The alarming escalation follows Pyongyang's declaration that peaceful reu
S. Korea President's hot mic gaffe: Caught cursing US lawmakers
Yoon Suk Yeol faces diplomatic embarrassment after a hot mic captured him using profanity about US lawmakers, just moments after a tense meeting with Joe Biden at the NATO summit in Madrid.
South Korea's Gender War: Inside the Social Crisis
An in-depth look at South Korea's escalating gender conflict, from plummeting birth rates and political polarisation to the real-world impact on society's most vulnerable.
Solo female traveller harassed and followed in Morocco
A British solo female traveller's dream trip to Morocco turned into a terrifying ordeal as she faced relentless street harassment, being followed for miles, and having insults hurled at her in Marrakech.
I Found Rum, Cooking and Love on a Secret Caribbean Isle
Discover the hidden gem of Carriacou, where a solo traveller found unexpected romance, vibrant culture, and the best rum punch in the Caribbean. This is the ultimate off-the-beaten-path travel story.
North Korea withdraws from hosting 2026 Asian Games events
North Korea dramatically pulls out of hosting key events for the 2026 Asian Games, leaving Japan scrambling as Aichi and Nagoya take over amidst political tensions.
World's First Solo Traveller Cruise Ship Sets Sail from UK
Virgin Voyages launches the first-ever cruise ship designed solely for solo travellers, with no single supplements and stylish cabins, departing from Portsmouth.
K-Pop 'Exorcism' Video Sparks 300% Tourism Boom
A viral K-Pop music video featuring demon hunters has triggered an unprecedented tourism surge to a remote South Korean village, with visitors flocking to its 'exorcism' locations.
World's First Solo Traveller Cruise Ship to Launch in 2020
Discover the new era of cruising as the first ship designed solely for solo travellers prepares to launch, offering stylish cabins without single supplements and a vibrant social atmosphere.
Hiking South Korea's 'Haunted' Abandoned Railway
A solo traveller's chilling account of hiking the deserted Okcheon Rail Park in South Korea, a journey through decaying tunnels and overgrown tracks shrouded in local ghost stories.
Solo Female Traveller's India Shock: Travel Advisory
A British solo female traveller shares her shocking experience of India's overwhelming chaos, from intense stares to constant haggling, offering crucial advice for women travelling alone.
Solo Traveller's €100 Bar Bill Shock: A Warning
A solo female traveller's shock after a casual meal in a European bar resulted in a staggering £90 bill serves as a crucial cautionary tale for all independent explorers. Discover her story and the essential tips to avoid similar scams.
South Korean Opposition Leader Stabbed in Neck Attack
Lee Jae-myung, the leader of South Korea's Democratic Party, was stabbed in the neck by an unidentified assailant during a public event in Busan. The incident has sent shockwaves through the nation's political landscape.
Trump's 'Welcome' Directive Triggers S Korea Worker Crackdown
A controversial US immigration directive from Donald Trump is cited as a key trigger for a sweeping South Korean crackdown on illegal workers, resulting in mass arrests and industry turmoil.
British hiker held at gunpoint in South Korea spy mix-up
A British backpacker's adventure hike on a remote South Korean trail turned into a real-life thriller when military forces, suspecting espionage, detained him at gunpoint. Discover the full story of mistaken identity and high tensions near the DMZ.
Trump Threatens Hyundai with Tariffs Over Immigration
Former US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to South Korean automotive giant Hyundai, vowing to impose crippling tariffs if the country does not alter its immigration and visa policies, according to a bombshell report.
Why My Solo Birthday Trip Was Life-Changing
Discover how one woman's solo birthday adventure to a mystery UK destination transformed her perspective on travel, independence, and self-discovery. An inspiring read for anyone considering travelling alone.
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