Safety first for South Korea ahead of China, North Korea games
SEOUL South Korea is taking steps to ensure the safety of its soccer players and fans as national men's and women's teams prepare for matches in China and North Korea amid tense diplomatic relations between the Asian neighbors.Seoul's Unification Ministry said on Tuesday it had asked North Korea to provide safety assurances for its players ahead of next month's AFC Women's Asian Cup qualifier in Pyongyang."The government has asked North Korea to provide written assurances for the safety of Sou..>> view originalFrance's National Front co-founder Jean-Marie Le Pen says the battle is already won
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A girl in a park in Managua, Nicaragua. The country topped the list for gains in happiness. Nicolas Garcia/AFP/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Nicolas Garcia/AFP/Getty Images A girl in a park in Managua, Nicaragua. The country topped the list for gains in happiness. Nicolas Garcia/AFP/Getty ..>> view original
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