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South Korean Opposition Leader Stabbed in Neck, Airlifted To Hospital

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South Korean opposition leader stabbed in neck, airlifted to hospital |  Politics News | Al Jazeera

Lee Jae-myung comes under attack while speaking to reporters during a visit to the southeastern port city of Busan.

South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung has been airlifted to hospital in Seoul after he was stabbed in the neck by a man during a visit to the southeastern port city of Busan.

Lee, who heads the main opposition Democratic Party, was stabbed on the left side of his neck by a man who lunged out of the crowd as he was walking with journalists on Tuesday morning. Emergency officials have said he is not in a critical condition, although his exact status is unknown.

Pictures in South Korean media showed Lee, 59, lying on his back on the ground with his eyes closed as officials crowded around him and one pressed a cloth against his neck.

Democratic Party spokesperson Kwon Chil-seung said the politician was being flown to Seoul National University in the capital after receiving emergency treatment at Pusan National University Hospital.

Medical staff at the latter hospital suspected damage to a jugular vein that carries blood from the head to the heart. “There is concern that there could be large haemorrhage or additional haemorrhage, according to medical staff,” Kwon said.

The attack, seen in video footage and photographs, unfolded while Lee was touring the site of a proposed airport in Busan.

The assailant, wearing a paper crown reading “I’m Lee Jae-myung”, initially approached the politician asking for an autograph.

Videos circulated on social media showed the suspect being chased and tackled by several people, apparently including plainclothes police officers.

In a televised briefing, senior Busan police officer Sohn Jae-han said the suspect, aged about 67, told investigators that he bought the 18cm (7-inch) knife online.

However, the suspect has refused to answer police questions about his motives, according to the daily Busan Ilbo.

Bricks and knives

A former governor of Gyeonggi province, Lee ran for the presidency in 2022 but lost narrowly to conservative Yoon Suk-yeol in a fiercely fought campaign.

Yoon expressed “deep concern” at the attack on the opposition leader and called for an immediate and thorough investigation.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol speaks during an interview with the Reuters news agency.
    South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol condemned the attack on his rival 

“This type of violence must never be tolerated under any circumstances,” his office quoted him as saying.

Although South Korea has strict gun laws, politicians have been attacked with other weapons, and there is normally a police presence at major events involving high-profile leaders.

Lee’s predecessor, Song Young-gil, was attacked in 2022 at a public event by an assailant who hit him in the head with a blunt object.

Park Geun-hye, who later became president, was attacked with a knife at an event in 2006 while she was a conservative opposition party leader, and needed surgery for the wound on her face.

Rags to riches

Born into a poor farming family, Lee entered politics and was first elected mayor of Seongnam, a satellite city of Seoul, in 2010.

He worked in a factory to put himself through night school and become a human rights lawyer. He has used his rags-to-riches story to help power his political rise.

His recent career has been overshadowed by a number of scandals.

He faces trial on charges of bribery in connection with a firm that is suspected of illicitly transferring $8m to North Korea and is also accused of breaching his duties as Seongnam mayor after one of the city’s companies made a loss of 20 billion won ($15m) while he was mayor.

SOURCE: AL JAZEERA

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itel Launches A300+: Most Affordable Duo-Screen Smartphone with a Rear Screen

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itel, the technology empowerment brand for masses, officially unveiled its new product A300+, brand’s first interactive dual-screen smartphone in its price range. itel A300+ comes with a comprehensive set of features — a 7000mAh marathon battery, IP65 military-grade durability, and satellite communication capability, demonstrating that innovation and complete product strength can coexist at an accessible price point.

 

A First-of-Its-Kind Rear Screen Experience: Interactive Innovation for a New Generation

itel A300+ coming with an interactive rear display is a rare feature in this price category, designed to deliver a smart entertainment experience for young generations. Far from being a cosmetic gimmick, the rear screen provides practical functions built around real everyday scenarios. Users can frame selfies using the higher-quality rear camera with a live preview on the back screen, glance at incoming messages and alerts without waking the main display, and play, pause, or skip tracks directly from the rear screen. The rear display also supports customizable clocks, photos, and designs, giving users a personal window to express their individual style. Complementing the rear screen, the A300+ features a 6.78-inch immersive punch-hole main display, offering a cleaner, more expansive viewing experience for streaming, gaming, browsing, and social media.

 

 

Performance and Value in Balance: Delivering Fresh Technology Despite Industry Pressure

Even amid rising industry costs, itel has chosen to bring fresh technology to its products while continuously improving performance and keeping pricing accessible. The A300+ is powered by a 7000mAh marathon battery engineered for long-term reliability, supporting up to 1,200 charging cycles — far exceeding the industry standard, and designed to retain healthy capacity. AI Charging Protection intelligently manages charging patterns to reduce battery degradation, while Smart Power Management optimizes power consumption across apps and hardware to extend usage time between charges.

 

The device also features 300% ultra-volume DTS stereo speakers, delivering rich, room-filling sound for music, videos, FM radio, and everyday entertainment. Built to withstand daily life and beyond, the A300+ carries IP65 water and dust resistance certification and meets military-grade durability standards, resisting splashes, dust, and accidental drops. Notably, the A300+ includes satellite communication capability, ensuring users can still send basic messages via satellite when cellular networks are unavailable — a safety net in remote areas, during natural disasters, or in other critical situations, setting it apart in its price segment.

 

The A300+ is built on a clear product philosophy, rather than relying on a single headline feature, it combines its key strengths into one complete product story. The rear screen captures attention first, while battery life, durability, and practical usability make the overall value proposition convincing. With the A300+, itel once again demonstrates its commitment to using innovation to meet the needs and desire for novelty among young users in emerging markets.

 

The itel A300+ is available in two variants: the 64GB ROM and 128GB ROM and they are both available in all phone retail stores in Nigeria or via online store HERE

 

 

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DJ Robot ft TMP Offisial & Fateoftheyouth – “NDSM Deluxe” Mixtape

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DJ ROBOT teams up with TMP OFFISIAL and FATEOFTHEYOUTH for NDSM DELUXE, a new DJ mixtape that expands the world of NDSM — No Dey Stress Me into a bigger, more energetic listening experience.

Built around DJ ROBOT’s approach to sequencing, mixing, and controlling energy, NDSM DELUXE transforms the NDSM mindset into a full sonic journey. The mixtape explores nightlife, pressure, temptation, confidence, freedom, desire, and the decision to simply refuse to let life overwhelm you.

Bringing together DJ ROBOT’s DJ-driven vision with the creative energy of TMP OFFISIAL and FATEOFTHEYOUTH, the deluxe edition adds new dimensions to the original NDSM message while maintaining its central philosophy: No Dey Stress Me.

Rather than simply extending the original project, NDSM DELUXE is designed as an experience — moving through different moods, rhythms, and moments while allowing each transition to contribute to the story.

For DJ ROBOT, the project represents an opportunity to communicate through energy as much as words.

“The original NDSM had more energy and stories to explore. I wanted to take the ‘No Dey Stress Me’ mindset beyond the song and turn it into a full DJ experience — something that captures nightlife, freedom, pressure, temptation, and the moments when you simply choose to enjoy yourself and live in the present.”

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N8TAN Announces ‘UPRISING EP’ — A Story of Rising From the Streets to the Top

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Nigerian artist N8TAN is set to unveil his highly anticipated ‘UPRISING EP’, a body of work that chronicles his journey from the streets to the heights of his musical ambition.

Built around themes of struggle, resilience, ambition, survival, and triumph, UPRISING captures the realities of an artist determined to turn adversity into momentum. The project reflects N8TAN’s experiences, the challenges that shaped him, and the relentless drive that continues to push him forward.

More than a collection of songs, UPRISING is presented as a story of transformation—from navigating the streets and confronting uncertainty to finding purpose, embracing growth, and rising toward the top.

With its blend of raw storytelling, infectious energy, and personal perspective, the EP offers listeners an intimate look into N8TAN’s world while reinforcing his determination to carve out his own place in the music industry.

‘UPRISING EP’ is a statement of elevation: a reminder that where you start does not have to determine where you finish.

As N8TAN continues to build his musical identity, UPRISING marks another significant chapter in his journey—and an invitation for listeners to rise with him.

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