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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
North Korean soldiers were not part of latest large prisoner swap between Ukraine and Russia
North Korean soldiers currently held captive in Ukraine were not included in the recent thousand-for-thousand prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia. Source: Yonhap News Agency, citing a statement by South Korean lawmaker Yu Yong-won Details: Yu Yong-won said that two soldiers with the surnames Ri and Baek were not included in the list of prisoners exchanged between Ukraine and Russia, which took place from Friday to Sunday. He referred to a Ukrainian source. Yu added that the decision not to include the North Koreans on the list was made at Seoul's request. South Korea has said it is ready to accept the soldiers if they want to move to South Korea. One of them, Ri, has already expressed such an intention. MP Yu Yong-won met with both prisoners during his visit to Ukraine in February. One of the prisoners, Ri, expressed concern in a published audio recording that his parents could be executed if he returned to North Korea as part of the exchange. The MP called on the South Korean government to take steps to enable them to come to South Korea. Quote from Yu: "(Ri) is anticipating a tragic end for himself and his parents if he is repatriated to North Korea." Background: On 25 May, Ukraine and Russia carried out the third part of the thousand-for-thousand prisoner exchange which was agreed upon in Türkiye. Another 303 Ukrainian defenders had been released from Russian captivity. Colonel Denys "Redis" Prokopenko, commander of the Azov National Guard Brigade, said that during the three-day exchange of POWs with Russia, not a single Azov soldier was exchanged, and he does not believe that the authorities are interested in getting these fighters back. Writer and former Kremlin political prisoner Stanislav Aseiev reported that among those released in the exchange, there were no civilians who had been held captive by Russia for eight years. In April 2025, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un confirmed that troops had been sent to Russia to fight against Ukraine, stating that this was in accordance with the provisions of the treaty on comprehensive strategic partnership between the DPRK and the Russian Federation. Support Ukrainska Pravda on Patreon!
Korea Herald
6 days ago
- Politics
- Korea Herald
N. Korea says damaged destroyer under repair
North Korea's state media said Monday its new destroyer that was damaged last week during a launch attempt was under repair, adding that the North detained another official in connection with its investigation into the warship accident. The investigation group reported its work to the Central Military Commission of the Workers' Party of Korea on Sunday, and the law enforcement organ summoned and detained Ri Hyong-son, vice department director of the party's Munitions Industry Department, over the accident, the Korean Central News Agency said. The action was taken based on data from the investigation group, the KCNA said, describing Ri as "greatly responsible" for the accident. "At the scene of the destroyer launch accident, the work for completely restoring the balance of the warship is being actively conducted under the technical guidance of an expert group according to its schedule," the KCNA said. The destroyer tipped over and became partially submerged during its launch ceremony in the eastern port city of Chongjin last Wednesday, sustaining damage to its hull. Attending the event, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un decried the accident as an intolerable "criminal act," blaming it on "absolute carelessness" and "irresponsibility" and ordering the ship's restoration within June. As part of the investigation into the accident, North Korea summoned the manager of the Chongjin Shipyard on Thursday and detained the shipyard's chief engineer, the head of the hull construction workshop and a deputy manager for administrative affairs Saturday. The KCNA said that work to restore the balance of the warship is actively under way at the accident scene under the technical guidance of an expert group and in accordance with the schedule. (Yonhap)
See - Sada Elbalad
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Rihanna Breaks 3-Year Hiatus with "Friend of Mine" Song for "Smurfs" Soundtrack
Yara Sameh It has taken years, but Rihanna finally released a new song Friday — 'Friend of Mine,' for the upcoming Smurfs movie in which she voices Smurfette. Featuring the Fenty mogul singing over a happy-sounding Afrobeats-inspired dance track, complete with warm synths and rhythmic drums. A snippet of 'Friend of Mine' was first premiered in a trailer for the Smurfs film two days prior to the song's release, showing Ri's animated blue character singing and dancing to the track in Smurf Village. 'Friend of Mine' will appear on the Smurfs soundtrack, along with DJ Khaled, Cardi B and DESI TRILL's 'Higher Love,' which dropped in February. Tyla is also set to contribute music to the film, which hits theaters July 18. Also starring John Goodman, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Sandra Oh and more, the new Smurfs will follow the residents of Smurf Village banding together to rescue Papa Smurf after he is captured by an evil wizard. In addition to voice acting and recording a song for the project, Ri also served as a producer. When announcing the film back in 2023 at CinemaCon, Rihanna — who was then pregnant with her second son, Riot Rose — told the crowd, 'I get to show up in my PJs in my third trimester … I hope this gives me cool points with my kids one day.' The superstar is now going to be a mother of three, with Rihanna debuting her baby bump at the 2025 Met Gala on May 5. She and partner A$AP Rocky are also parents to their oldest son, RZA. 'Friend of Mine' marks Ri's first release since 2022's 'Lift Me Up' for the "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" soundtrack. She dropped her last album "Anti" in 2016. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War
Ammon
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Ammon
Rihanna to drop new song for the ‘Smurfs' movie
Ammon News - Rihanna fans who are desperate for new music don't need to feel blue any longer — the superstar finally has a new song coming out soon, recorded for the Smurfs movie soundtrack. As revealed Wednesday (May 14) with the release of the film's new trailer, Ri will drop a track called 'Friend of Mine' on Friday (May 16). The teaser also features snippets of the song, which finds the Fenty mogul singing over a dreamy Afrobeats-inspired dance track, 'You're looking like a friend of mine.' Starring Ri as the voice of Smurfette opposite John Goodman, James Corden, Nick Offerman, Sandra Oh and more, the Smurfs movie is set to hit theaters July 18. In addition to the 'Umbrella' singer's new song, its soundtrack will also feature Tyla as well as a song called 'Higher Love' by DJ Khaled, Cardi B and DESI TRILL, which dropped in February. The new teaser opens with a shot of Rihanna — aptly wearing a blue jacket and blue beads in her hair — dancing in the studio as she records some of Smurfette's lines. It then shows a preview of the film's storyline, with the residents of Smurf Village traveling to the real world to save Papa Smurf (Goodman) after he's kidnapped by evil wizard Gargamel (J. P. Karliak). 'Friend of Mine' will mark Ri's first release since 2022's 'Lift Me Up' from the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever soundtrack. She hasn't dropped an album since 2016's Anti, which spent two weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. Billboard
Daily Record
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Unique Irish baby name with beautiful meaning was only given to two children last year
Parents searching for an unconventional name for their baby girl should consider the name Ríoghnach, which is associated with the meaning of 'queenly' and has a regal aura. A beautiful Irish baby name with a lovely meaning was only given to two babies last year and also never made it onto the top 100 baby name list in Ireland. So if you're on the hunt for a unique name for your little bundle of joy, this could be the one. For those looking for a stunning Irish name for their daughter, consider Ríoghnach. This name radiates elegance and history, making it a great choice for those searching for a moniker which is slightly unconventional. Irish names have always been popular with parents both domestically and internationally, with many choosing traditional and significant names that echo Ireland's rich cultural heritage. Ríoghnach (pronounced ree-uh-nah or ree-uh-knock) is such a name that carries a royal aura thanks to it's translation of 'queenly' in Irish, derived from the word for 'queen'. It's a perfect choice for parents wishing to sprinkle a touch of royalty on their beloved baby girl in a non- British Royal Family way, Nottinghamshire Live reports. According to the latest statistics from the Central Statistics Office (CSO), Ríoghnach appeared on the Irish baby name charts in 2023, albeit in a more exclusive manner. With less than three baby girls named Ríoghnach last year, it holds the 625th spot, making it a truly rare find. The name is still to break into the top 100 but its clear that this unique name is slowly gaining the recognition it rightfully deserves. Rooted in Irish mythology, Ríonach, which is an alternative spelling for the name, is often associated with the spouse of one of Ireland's earliest High Kings, giving the moniker a touch of ancient Irish history. For those who value the meaning behind names, Ríoghnach provides an opportunity to resonate with Ireland's regal past, bestowing a Royal and grand aura on any baby named so. Ríonach, the more conventional spelling, was also given to fewer than three baby girls in 2023. However, the name Ríona, a simplified version, secured the 142nd spot on the list, with 33 newborn Ríonas. This number shows that while Ríoghnach itself remains relatively unheard of, its derivatives have left a more significant imprint on Irish baby names in recent times. Although it may not be as common as other Irish names, Ríoghnach has been carried into the world by several notable individuals including Ríoghnach Ní Ghrioghair, a gifted film director, and Ríoghnach Connolly, a renowned traditional sean nós singer. These celebrated figures stand as a testament to the elegance and cultural depth of this unique choice. For parents seeking a name that is not only memorable but also rich in history and meaning, Ríoghnach offers the perfect balance between tradition and individuality. While it's still an unconventional choice for Irish baby girls, it's certainly one to watch as more parents are charmed by Irish names amidst the recent resurgence of the native language across all age groups. So, if you're looking for a name for your little girl that is both grand and meaningful, Ríoghnach could be the perfect choice – a name that will surely stand out while connecting her to the rich tapestry of Irish Royal and cultural heritage.
