WORLD North Korea has warned the world that “the moment of explosion is near,” as troops have been cleared to launch a nuclear attack. North Korean rockets have the potential to strike most of its close neighbors, Europe, the U.S., and Australia. North Korea also has a fearsome collection of biological and chemical weapons. (National Post) Has North Korea launched a nuclear weapon? Use our … Continue reading What Are North Korea’s Intentions?
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They aren’t state officials, tourists, or even professional athletes. No, the largest group of Americans to set foot on North Korean soil since the Korean War is the New York Philharmonic Orchestra (NYTimes.com). The orchestra played a repertoire of music including the North Korean and American National Anthems, classical pieces by Wagner and Dvorak, and “Arirang” a traditional folk song profoundly significant to both North and … Continue reading Current Events Compass: Diplomacy through music? NY Philharmonic in North Korea
