North Korea spent up to $642 million on its nuclear program in 2021, new report finds

Jun 16, 2022 06:16 am UTC| Politics Economy

Fears remain that North Korea is preparing for another nuclear test following a series of weapons tests this year, flaring regional tensions. A report by an international denuclearization campaign found that Pyongyang...

Sea lettuce used as cow feed may lower marine ecosystem threat

Jun 15, 2022 23:13 pm UTC| Science Nature Economy Business

A joint study conducted by a local feed manufacturer and Konkuk University showed that cows fed with a newly developed feed containing sea lettuce emitted 28 percent less methane gas than those who werent. Cows fed sea...

Golf courses, a major source of water pollution, surge in number in S. Korea

Jun 15, 2022 23:09 pm UTC| Sports Nature Economy Business

The number of golf courses in South Korea, mong major emitters of wastewater, is surging with 516 in 2020, up by 188 since 2010, as golf fever sweeps across the country. Other sources of water pollution such as...

Mtn Dew releasing exclusive citrus punch 'Overdrive' flavor for Casey's

Jun 15, 2022 23:04 pm UTC| Life Economy Business

Mtn Dew will launch its citrus punch Overdrive flavor in partnership with Caseys as a fountain soda and a 20-ounce bottle this month. According to Mtn Dew, the Overdrive flavor also hints of mango, raspberry, and lime...

NFL picks Little Caesars to replace Pizza Hut as its official pizza sponsor

Jun 15, 2022 22:59 pm UTC| Sports Economy Business

The National Football League (NFL) has agreed to make Detroit-based pizza brand Little Caesars its official pizza, taking over from Piazza Hut. The deal includes social media activations, new products, and...

Charlotte Hornets to renovate Spectrum Center as lease is extended to 2045

Jun 15, 2022 22:56 pm UTC| Sports Economy Business

The Charlotte City Council approved the Charlotte Hornets plans to renovate the 19,000-seater Spectrum Center and build a new practice facility after the NBA team extended their lease until 2045. The original lease...

Coinbase reportedly cutting 1,100 jobs

Jun 15, 2022 10:07 am UTC| Business Economy

Coinbase is said to be planning to reduce its workforce and slash at least 18% of its total employees. This percentage is said to be equivalent to around 1,100 jobs. According to Reuters, Coinbase was forced to do this...