Sara Duterte impeachment trial drags on, but time may be on her side
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Today in Korean history
Aug. 5
- Rhee Syng-man re-elected as President of South Korea in 1952.
- China passed through South Korea's Flight Information Region in 1983.
- South Korea launched its first satellite in 1995.
UK plastic manufacturer could face legal action over toxic emissions
Exclusive: Environment Agency is considering whether to prosecute Huntsman Polyurethanes over emissions of carcinogenic benzene A plastic manufacturer in the north of England is facing potential legal…
Abducted teenage girl back with her family, police say
A teenage girl who was abducted in Essex last night is back with her family, police say.
Man gets jail for setting fire to cardboard cat houses placed at void decks
The retiree said he had given feedback to his MP about the cat houses but felt nothing visible was done.
Supreme Court opens door for withdrawal of FIRs against student protestors
Supreme Court clarifies eligibility for withdrawal of criminal cases against student protesters, allowing states to close FIRs without serious offenses.