WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following North Korea's announcement of a successful test of a solid-fuel engine for an intermediate hypersonic missile, the United States urged Pyongyang to halt its "provocative" and "destabilizing" actions and to return to diplomatic negotiations.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the U.S. government has expressed concern over North Korea's continued military developments. The call for diplomacy comes in the wake of North Korea's Korean Central News Agency reporting on the regime's ground jet test of the missile engine, signaling an escalation in its military capabilities.
The State Department emphasized the importance of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) engaging in substantive dialogue to address military risks and pursue a sustainable peace on the Korean Peninsula. This appeal for engagement follows recent North Korean military exercises involving super-large multiple rocket launchers.
CHICAGO, Illinois – K-pop sensation Stray Kids is set to headline this year's Lollapalooza music festival in Chicago, marking a significant milestone as one of the main acts. The announcement was made via the festival's official website on Tuesday, U.S. time, revealing that the group will perform at Grant Park from August 1 to 4.According to Yonhap News Agency, Stray Kids' inclusion as headliners follows their successful appearance at Lollapalooza Paris in July, where they made history as the first K-pop group to headline the renowned event. This year’s lineup in Chicago also features prominent artists such as Tyler, the Creator, and blink-182, alongside K-pop girl groups Ive and VCHA.
The decision to feature Stray Kids as headliners reflects the growing influence of K-pop on the global music scene, with last year's festival seeing Korean acts Tomorrow X Together and NewJeans also taking significant roles.