[LIVE] THE DAILY REPORT (2024-01-24)

▪ N. Korea fires multiple cruise missiles into West Sea ▪ Putin not expected to visit N. Korea before elections: Kremlin ▪ Russia attacks Ukraine, leaving 18 people dead, 130 wounded, over 200 sites damaged ▪ S. Korea’s birth rate plummets to an all-time low for the month of Nov. ▪ Inflation expectations in S. Korea hit 3% in January; lowest in 22 months ▪ Harsh cold weather in S. Korea causing travel disruption ▪ Former U.S. President Donald Trump projected to win New Hampshire Republican primary ▪ Secretary-General says “two-state solution“ only way out of Gaza crisis, denounces Israel for rejection ▪ S. Korea urges Beijing to provide ’adequate protection’ to N. Korean defectors during UN review of China’s human rights situation ▪ “Past Lives“ directed by Celine Song is nominated for Oscars for Best Picture and Writing ▪ Art exhibitions to look forward to in 2024, showcasing a female-centered trend ▪ Everland announces giant panda Fubao will return to China in April ▪ World News: Türkiye parliament approves Sweden’s NATO membership bid ▪ [Weather] Frigid air continues with lingering snow in Jeolla-do and on Jeju