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Straits Times
5 hours ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
S. Korean ex-PM Han Duck-soo's house raided over suspected role in Yoon's martial law decree
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Mr Han is accused of adding his signature to the martial law decree. SEOUL - A special counsel team on July 24 carried out a search and seizure operation at the residence of former South Korean prime minister Han Duck-soo, accused of involvement in impeached former President Yoon Suk Yeol's attempt to impose martial law. The team led by special prosecutor Cho Eun-suk, formed to investigate the Dec 3 martial law debacle , sent investigators to raid Mr Han's residence in Jongno-gu, central Seoul, in the morning. Mr Han is accused of adding his signature to the martial law decree, drafted by then-presidential secretary Kang Eui-gu, after martial law had already been declared to add legitimacy to the former president's actions. The special counsel claimed that Mr Han then ordered the destruction of the document, which was allegedly hastily drafted after Yoon's surprise declaration. Mr Han allegedly had the document destroyed to avoid 'additional controversy' if it were discovered that the document was drafted after the declaration. Article 82 of the Constitution states that 'acts of the President under law shall be executed in writing, and such documents shall be countersigned by the Prime Minister and the members of the State Council concerned.' It adds that 'the same shall apply to military affairs'. Mr Han is also accused of lying in his testimony to the Constitutional Court and the National Assembly about his prior knowledge of Yoon's martial law decree. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Asia Live: Thailand, Cambodia clash with jets, rockets, artillery in deadly border row Asia 11 Thai civilians killed as Thai and Cambodian militaries clash at disputed border: Reports Singapore First BTO flats in Greater Southern Waterfront, Mount Pleasant to go on sale in October Singapore Primary 1 registration: 29 schools to conduct ballot in Phase 2B Asia 'Vampire coach': Coercive blood sampling in school casts spotlight on Taiwan's culture of obedience Singapore 1,300 names, addresses of traffic offenders published online; police investigating Singapore Boy, 15, charged after being caught with vapes 5 times; ordered to stay 2 years in S'pore Boys' Home Singapore Over 2 years' jail for man who worked with wife to cheat her then boyfriend of $220k Mr Han said that he was unaware of the existence of Yoon's martial law declaration – the version announced in Yoon's address to the nation – until after the decree was lifted. He said he only discovered a copy in his pocket later and that he openly opposed Yoon's plans to impose martial law at the time. In contrast to Mr Han's claims, the special counsel team secured surveillance footage showing Mr Han leaving the Cabinet meeting room at the presidential office, after Yoon presided over a legally irregular Cabinet meeting, with copies of the decree. The special counsel plans to analyse the seized documents and files before summoning Mr Han again. 'Today's search and seizure operation was carried out due to criminal allegations against former prime minister Han, so there will be another summoning (of Han) based on the evidence collected,' assistant special prosecutor Park Ji-young told an afternoon briefing. Former presidential secretary Kang's residence was also raided in the morning by investigators from the same special prosecutor team, for allegedly playing a part in Yoon's attempt to impose martial law. The raid took place 22 days after Mr Han was summoned and questioned by the special counsel team on July 2. Mr Han was questioned for some 14 hours at the Seoul High Prosecutor's Office in Seocho-gu, southern Seoul. THE KOREA HERALD/ASIA NEWS NETWORK
Korea Herald
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Korea Herald
Ex-PM's house raided over suspected role in Yoon's martial law decree
A special counsel team on Thursday carried out a search and seizure operation at the residence of former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, accused of involvement in impeached former President Yoon Suk Yeol's attempt to impose martial law. The team led by special prosecutor Cho Eun-suk, formed to investigate the Dec. 3 martial law debacle, sent investigators to raid Han's residence in Seoul's central Jongno-gu district in the morning. Han is accused of adding his signature to the martial law decree, drafted by then-presidential secretary Kang Eui-gu, after martial law had already been declared to add legitimacy to the former president's actions. The special counsel claimed that Han then ordered the destruction of the document, which was allegedly hastily drafted after Yoon's surprise declaration. Han allegedly had the document destroyed to avoid 'additional controversy' if it were discovered that the document was drafted after the declaration. Article 82 of the Constitution states that 'acts of the President under law shall be executed in writing, and such documents shall be countersigned by the Prime Minister and the members of the State Council concerned.' It adds 'the same shall apply to military affairs.' Han is also accused of lying in his testimony to the Constitutional Court and the National Assembly about his prior knowledge of Yoon's martial law decree. Han said that he was unaware of the existence of Yoon's martial law declaration -- the version announced in Yoon's address to the nation -- until after the decree was lifted. He said he only discovered a copy in his pocket later and that he openly opposed Yoon's plans to impose martial law at the time. In contrast to Han's claims, the special counsel team secured surveillance footage showing Han leaving the Cabinet meeting room at the presidential office, after Yoon presided over a legally irregular Cabinet meeting, with copies of the decree. The raid came 22 days after Han was summoned and questioned by the special counsel team on July 2. The special counsel plans to analyze the seized documents and files before deciding whether to summon Han again.
Asia News Network
12 hours ago
- Asia News Network
Two South Koreans killed in Bali paragliding accident
July 24, 2025 BALI – Two South Korean tourists were killed in a paragliding accident at Tanah Barak Beach in Badung Regency, Bali, last week, marking the latest in a string of fatal incidents involving foreign visitors in Indonesia. Denpasar Police spokesperson Adj. Comr. Ketut Sukadi said the victims, identified as Seojin Han, 43 and Jinah Hwang, 41, died after failing to make emergency landings in the sea. 'They were licensed paragliding pilots and experienced professionals. Both had undergone medical examinations and were declared fit to fly before departing South Korea for Bali,' Sukadi said on Tuesday. According to Ketut, Han and Hwang, who were a married couple, arrived in Indonesia on July 11 with seven other South Korean nationals for a paragliding tour. The pair had reportedly traveled to several countries in the past to pursue their passion for the sport. While in Bali, the group had been paragliding at the Panda Paragliding Site in South Kuta since July 12. 'All of them were flying solo, without instructors or tandem partners and they were using their own equipment brought directly from Korea,' Ketut said. At around 11:30 a.m. on July 17, the group began paragliding at the Panda Paragliding Site as usual. Han, Hwang and another South Korean national identified as SK were the first three members of the group to take off that day. However, just 10 minutes into their flight, the wind suddenly shifted and weakened, forcing them to attempt emergency landings. SK managed to land safely on the beach, while Han and Hwang landed in the water, approximately four meters from shore. 'They panicked and failed to remove their harness cocoon before hitting the water, which caused them to drown,' Ketut said. A harness cocoon is a type of paragliding seat that encloses the pilot's legs, providing better aerodynamics and increased comfort during flight. Shaped like a sleeping bag, it wraps around the lower body to help retain warmth and reduce air resistance. Ketut explained that Han and Hwang landed face down in the water, unable to release their harness cocoons and becoming entangled in the parachute lines. Local residents and a fellow paraglider at the Panda Paragliding Site rescued the victims approximately 15 minutes later. They were rushed to Surya Husada Hospital, where they were pronounced dead on arrival. Authorities said they are investigating whether negligence played a role in the accident. They plan to question the victims' fellow paragliders, instructors and employees at the Panda Paragliding Site. The victims' families have refused to allow autopsies and have decided to cremate the bodies in Bali. The ashes will then be taken back to South Korea. The incident occurred just weeks after a Saudi Arabian tourist went missing while swimming off Batu Belig Beach in Badung Regency on July 8. Despite a week-long search and rescue operation by authorities, he remains missing to this day. Last month, Juliana De Souza Pereira Marins, a 27-year-old Brazilian hiker, tragically died after falling into a 600-meter-deep ravine in Mount Rinjani National Park on nearby Lombok Island, West Nusa Tenggara. Marins fell at Cemara Nunggal, a narrow, treacherous section near the summit, on June 21. However, rescue efforts were severely hampered by poor weather and difficult terrain. Rescuers were only able to reach her on the night of June 24, when they found that she had already passed away. The slow rescue operation for Marins has drawn international scrutiny, particularly from Brazilian citizens, putting Indonesia's tourism safety under the spotlight.
Indianapolis Star
a day ago
- Politics
- Indianapolis Star
Why young progressives shouldn't give up on Indiana — or flee from it
For progressives living in conservative states, escaping isn't always the answer. And it shouldn't be. When recent college graduates think about where to live, Indiana is a complicated option. There are perks, namely cost of living, but they do not always offset some of Indiana's more concerning aspects, such as the state of politics. It's important to contextualize young professionals. Both Gen Z and millennials tend to lean politically left. As a conservative state, Indiana poses a host of political problems for younger generations, ranging from a lack of reproductive rights to censorship. The state is also one of the least safe for those in the LGBTQ+ community. For recent Indiana University Indianapolis graduate Anna Morgan, the state's neglect of public K-12 education is concerning. Morgan wants to pursue a career in education and is moving to Milwaukee for her master's degree. 'Indianapolis is very pro-privatization,' Morgan said. 'Education is just a big factor for me, and it's been very concerning — especially the past legislative session. The continual targeting of, specifically (Indianapolis Public Schools) ... and now having to share tax dollars and with charter schools, which further depletes the pool of resources.' Briggs: Mike Braun grandstands on Indianapolis crime while murders drop 24% Public transportation and walkability also are key factors for Morgan, a desire common among recent graduates. Indiana offers few places with these amenities outside of Indianapolis' most expensive neighborhoods, another reason why the state doesn't meet everyone's standards. Walkability exists, but if often comes with a price tag. Wanting to leave seems attractive, but it's not a cookie-cutter solution. 'It is a privilege to leave,' Morgan said. 'Navigating [Indiana] is finding the spaces where you can exist within. There is a lot of good people in the red states, and they're doing the hard work ... and it's so motivating to see that.' You need time, money and privilege to move — and not everyone has that — which is why it's important to consider the change that can come from staying. 'Existence is resistance,' Butler University graduate Mae-Mae Han said. "If [you] belong to a minoritized group or marginalized group, literally just being that identity and not being afraid to exist in that as that identity is going against what [conservatives] want.' Han is a graduate of Butler's pharmacy program. She intends to stay in Indiana, even considering how the state is more restrictive in access to health care. 'Learning about just the health care statistics of Indiana has made me more motivated to be the best pharmacist that I can and advocate for patient care,' Han said. 'It's really important for people who do care about making social change to stay in Indiana,' she added. Opinion: Abortion ban, fetal anomaly and a ticking clock: 'an impossible decision' While Indiana's political situation is far from ideal for many young people, affordability is a strong benefit. Han said buying a home feels more doable in Indiana compared to other states. Many suburbs in Indiana are ranked among the best in the country. It makes sense to want to live in an environment that supports your beliefs and identities, but that doesn't make it the best option for everyone. While some progressive young professionals are drawn to places outside Indiana, it's important to consider the progress we can nurture. Conservative politics and legislation can be fought through supporting and advocating for our communities. As dire as the situation is — and will likely continue to become — there is a reason to fight for this. Indiana is our home, too.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
A self-made millionaire explains how to make money in an 'exponential way': Use one-to-infinity leverage
Rose Han paid off six figures in debt before building a seven-figure net worth. Her income escalated when she built a business that tapped into "one-to-infinity" leverage. It starts with asking yourself what value you can provide, Han says. Rose Han, like many, learned to earn money linearly — hour by hour, paycheck by paycheck. For years, she traded her time for money in her corporate job. She made good money, enough to start tackling her six-figure student-loan debt and invest in the stock market. But it wasn't until she tapped into the idea of "leveraged income" that her income soared and pushed her net worth over the seven-figure mark. "That's a completely different mentality that we don't learn in school," but it's a powerful one, Han, who runs a financial literacy company, told Business Insider. "Leverage is the explanation behind any significant wealth creation, no matter who you look at," she said. Different levels of leverage and why you want 'one-to-infinity' To break down the concept of leveraged income, Han uses the example of a fitness trainer. She explained that if they're working one-on-one with a client, there's no leverage: "You show up, trade hours for dollars, and you get paid." But if they start a group fitness class and can train multiple clients at once, that's what she calls "one-to-many leverage," and their earnings go up without having to work more hours. "Now they're serving 10 people at once and therefore making about 10 times more," she said. The final level, "one-to-infinity leverage," can create life-changing wealth. This is when the trainer builds an app with weekly workouts and a meal plan feature, for example. "They could create that app once, and millions of people around the world can subscribe," Han said. "That concept really was the key that I unlocked." She didn't get to one-to-infinity leverage overnight. Her business began in the basement of a coworking space, where she hosted free personal finance classes based on her own experience paying down debt and using index funds to grow her net worth. "I was just learning a lot on my financial awakening journey, so I wanted to share it," she said. "In the back of my mind, I thought, 'OK, maybe there's some way I could make this lucrative,' but that's not the goal." She hosted free classes for nearly two years, until she gained the confidence to start charging. Then, instead of keeping the class within the coworking space, she decided to move to YouTube, where her reach would be far greater. "The idea that a video could reach millions of people, 24/7, for the rest of my life and even after, that was really just wild to me," Han said. "I was skeptical because I'd never gone on camera. It was scary. But, after about a year and a half of doing these free meetups, I got the courage to press record and post my first video." Her YouTube channel, which has nearly one million subscribers, has evolved into a financial education company that earns money through online courses, brand deals, affiliate links, and book sales. She launched her first online course in 2020. It brought in $160,000 "in a matter of days," she said. "I made in seven days what used to take me an entire year to make. Granted, I worked a lot to create that course, and it didn't just happen in seven days, but I created something once that I could sell over and over and over and serve a lot of people. I created a lot of value with something, and so I got paid in that exponential way." How to apply the one-to-infinity mindset To use the one-to-infinity model and earn exponentially, start by asking: What value can I provide? "I fully believe that the more value you provide, the more you can earn," Han said. "And, if you think creatively enough, there's no limit to how much value you can provide and therefore how much money you can earn." The big holdup for her was confidence, and convincing herself that she was providing something valuable enough to get paid for. "I think this is the challenge for most people. They think: 'Oh, I should make more money. I need to ask for a raise and get a higher-paying career.' But their first obstacle is thinking, 'Who am I to do that? I don't have the skills. I don't have anything of value to provide.' That sort of mindset of, 'I'm not capable.'" Han overcame that mindset by taking action — by hosting the free meetups and getting real-world feedback that her money lessons were helping people. "Know that you have the ability within you to create a lot of value for the world and therefore generate a lot of money that's like within your control," she said. "You just have to find the confidence." Read the original article on Business Insider Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
