■ Politics & Security [Breaking] North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile Toward the East Sea (Seoul = Newsroom) Early this morning, North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the East Sea, according to South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff. Details are under analysis. Outlook (Domestic/Global): South Korea is expected to strengthen military readiness and sanctions monitoring, while the global community focuses on trilateral cooperation among South Korea, the U.S., and Japan. ■ Foreign Affairs & Trade Industry Minister Visits the U.S. for Tariff and Investment Talks (Seoul = Newsroom) The Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy made an unscheduled trip to the U.S. to discuss a “tariff-investment” package deal. The main issues include the 25% auto tariff and Korea’s investment roadmap in the U.S. Outlook: The domestic industry hopes to mitigate export damage, while global observers note Korea’s evolving trade model. ■ Economy & Finance Bank of Korea Expected to Hold...
Today, I want to share something that worked wonders for me — a simple salt foot soak. You know those days when you’ve been standing or walking all day, and your feet feel rough, tired, and a little dry? Lotion doesn’t quite fix it, right? That’s when I turn to salt water. It’s so easy, yet surprisingly effective. by Tonikahealth Why Does a Salt Foot Soak Work So Well? You might be thinking, “Really? Just salt?” But there’s actually a good reason behind it. Salt gently draws out moisture and helps soften the hardened layers of dead skin. When used with warm water, it makes the calluses easier to remove and helps relieve swelling or fatigue. Salt also has natural antibacterial properties, which can help with foot odor and bacteria buildup. Especially in cold or dry seasons, this simple method helps prevent cracked heels and keeps your feet looking smooth. --- How to Do It at Home (So Simple!) You don’t need fancy tools or expensive spa treatments. Just a few basics: 1. ...