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North Korea has confirmed that it tested a Hwasong-12 "mid-range ballistic missile" on Sunday, marking the first time it has done so since 2017. On Sunday morning, both Japan and South Korea detected the launch of a suspected intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM), the seventh such test this month. The test was condemned by both countries as a threat to regional security, with South Korean officials warning that the launch might lead to the resumption of long-range missiles and nuclear weapons testing. "The inspection fire test was conducted for the goal of selectively checking the ground-to-ground mid-range long-range ballistic missile Hwasong-12 and validating the overall accuracy of this weapon system," according to the North Korean state news agency KCNA. The Hwasong-12 can carry a "large-size heavy nuclear warhead," according to North Korea. The Hwasong-12 can carry a "large-size heavy nuclear warhead," according to North Korea. The mis

After artists such as Neil Young deleted their tracks from Spotify in protest over suspected disinformation, the music streaming service has said that it will begin directing listeners of podcasts about COVID-19 to facts regarding the epidemic. Given the uproar sparked by Young's refusal to remove episodes of The Joe Rogan Experience, which has been criticized for propagating misinformation, Spotify Chief Executive Daniel Ek wrote a post on Sunday outlining more open platform policies. Following a request by medical professionals to prohibit Rogan from promoting "many myths concerning COVID-19 vaccinations," the musicians, including Joni Mitchell, demanded last week that Spotify remove their songs or drop podcaster Joe Rogan. "This advisory will direct listeners to our dedicated COVID-19 Hub," Ek said. "This resource provides easy access to data-driven facts, up-to-date information shared by scientists, physicians, academics, and public health authorities a

The death of an 85-year-old man, who died of hypothermia after collapsing and being left sprawled and forgotten on a bitterly cold street in central Paris for nine hours, has sparked grief, indignation, and incredulity throughout France and abroad. René Robert, a Swiss photographer who captured some of Spain's most famous flamenco stars, died last week after slipping on one of his nightly walks through his crowded Paris neighborhood. Robert collapsed in Rue de Turbigo, between the Place de la République and Les Halles, according to his buddy, journalist Michel Mompontet. In a series of tweets, Mompontet stated, "He had a dizzy episode and fell." "He lay rooted to the spot in the cold for nine hours, unable to get up, until a homeless person called for help." It's too late. He was suffering from hypothermia and couldn't hold on to life. During those nine hours, no one bothered to inquire as to why this man was sleeping on the sidewalk. "Not a single

New plans call for Rishi Sunak to abolish VAT on gas and electricity, which will raise energy costs by nearly half to £1,900 from April. The energy price cap is expected to climb in April, with industry analysts projecting that it will rise to £1,897 for ordinary customers, up 48% from its current level of £1,277. According to The Telegraph, after finalizing plans this week, energy regulator Ofgem will announce the energy price cap increase, which will take effect on April 1, at 7 a.m. on Monday. In England, Scotland, and Wales, the energy price cap restricts how much companies can charge for their basic electricity and gas contracts. It comes as Rishi Sunak came under increasing pressure on Friday to agree on steps to assist families, amid fears that rising energy costs could lead to a price hike. Boris Johnson may consider lowering VAT on energy prices, according to reports, despite appearing to rule it out just three weeks ago. Meanwhile, Cornwall Insight, an energy market research

Six vehicles, including a bus, were on the bridge when it fell in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. There have been no deaths reported. Officials reported ten people were injured, three of them were brought to the hospital with minor injuries. On Friday morning, probably after 06:00 local time, the snow-covered Forbes Avenue Bridge gave way (11:00 GMT). The building collapsed just hours before President Joe Biden was scheduled to speak about infrastructure in the region. First responders deployed ropes longer than 100 feet and formed human chains to bring people to safety, according to Fire Chief Darryl Jones. There were also search dogs and drones on the site. Daryl Luciani, a bus driver, and his two passengers were among those rescued from the gully created by the collapsed bridge. Mr Luciani stated that he was "banged up," but that he was not hurt. "The bus was bouncing and rocking for what seemed like an eternity, but it was probably less than a minute before it finally came