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Air Asia Flight QZ 8501 made headlines yesterday when the aircraft went missing en route to Singapore and now rescuers believe that the plane is now on the ocean floor.

Walking around Brazil would have one slightly confused if this is a sports competition or one very big Halloween costume party thanks to the fans attending the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The country has turned into one big festival as people converge from all over the globe to support their national teams. Locals and foreigners alike pulled out all the stops and let out their creativity in donning their national colours and other out of this world costumes, some a bit crazier than others.

With the domestic leagues and continental competitions out of the way, all eyes are on the 2014 FIFA World Cup Finals in Brazil which kicks off on June 12. National team players who have been selected have come home to participate in training sessions and international friendly matches.

At least four more officials of the sunken South Ferry passenger ferry Sewol have been arrested on charges of overloading the ship with cargo. Retrieval operations, meantime, continued even as divers rallied on despite the death of a civilian colleague.

South Korean residents have expressed worry over the worsening safety level of transport facilities in the country as another tragedy struck on Friday afternoon just two weeks after a ferry sunk, killing more than 200 passengers.

Knowing death was imminent, one of the young passengers of the ill-fated sunken South Korean passenger ferry Sewol documented his final moments as the vessel started sinking. His video captured on his cellphone was released by his father to allow the world a glimpse of how they died.

South Korean Prime Minister Chung Hong Won has announced his resignation on Sunday, yielding to the nation's widespread anger over the poor and disorganized response to a ferry disaster on April 16 that killed hundreds of young lives.

The death toll from the ferry sinking disaster in South Korea has reached 100. Another 198 remain missing. People feared that many among the dead would be youngsters.

A miscalculation by government officials had turned a supposed successful rescue operation of a sinking South Korean ferry into a major disaster. At least six have died and 300, mostly high school students, remain missing.

Some 50 ships and helicopters are currently racing against time to rescue the 476 passengers aboard a sinking South Korean passenger ferry.

Miranda Kerr’s career is certainly not over. She has been quite active in the modelling and brand endorsement circuit. On Sunday, she completed her South Korea and Japan promotional tours.

Samsung Electronics has announced the launch of the world’s first smartphone with a curved display. The Samsung Galaxy Round will be available in Korea from October 10. The images of the device reportedly leaked hours before the actual launch.

Supermodel Miranda Kerr has a lot of fans admiring her for her stylish looks, but a South Korean woman appears to be fixated on the Australian beauty. The fan of the Victoria’s Secret Angel has been identified as Yuh Reum Hong who admitted that she went through tremendous lengths of transforming herself to look like Miranda Kerr.

The Philippines is going to the FIBA World Cup, and they are searching for its next naturalized player as early as now.

The official Korean Central News Agency confirmed on Thursday, May 2, that the Supreme Court sentenced US citizen Kenneth Bae to 15 years of hard labor in North Korea for allegedly committing “hostile acts” against the Korean government. The US government currently insists amnesty and release for the captured US citizen.

Prince Harry has reportedly been keen to spend some time in Australia and the Royal Prince is staying Down Under for a good SIX months! Read on to find out where he is staying and what he will do in Oz.

Prince Harry has reportedly been keen to spend some time in Australia and the Royal Prince is staying Down Under for a good SIX months! Read on to find out where he is staying and what he will do in Oz.

Even hot male Hollywood stars can suffer from major wardrobe malfunction. Robert Downey, Jr., was all smiles and getting goofy at the premiere of the third installment of box-office hit, Iron Man, in South Korea. Little did he know that everything seemed to fall into place at the film’s opening night overseas - - and his birthday celebration - - except for one thing: his fly was open!

United Nations Chief, Ban Ki Moon has strongly condemns any use of nuclear weapons as he asserted in a statement following North Korea’s declaration of war against the South, noting that that the crisis may have already “gone too far.”

North Korea’s declaration of “state of war” against South Korea has been feared to spiral out of control, especially after its related threats thrown at its nemesis’ ally: the United States.

“The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey” is currently dominating the Australian Box Office. However, the Peter Jackson film should enjoy the top box office success while it lasts because director Ang Lee’s “Life of Pi” is rapidly coursing its way closer to the number one spot.

The Korean pop superstar Psy arrived in Australia to perform his currently hit single “Gangnam Style” for his excited fans. But before the anticipated performance, the singer had the chance to visit the movie set of “The Wolverine” and personally meet actor Hugh Jackman. The Australian actor looked very pleased to meet Psy and even did the signature “Gangnam Style” dance moves with the well-known claws of Wolverine.

Aussie actor Hugh Jackman does a Gangnam Style photo-op with Korean pop star PSY. Obviously amused, the “Wolverine” actor gives PSY a shout out on Twitter. Judge Mel B of X Factor Australia also danced with PSY to the tune of Gangnam Style, although she was initially reluctant to do so. It seems PSY has been doing a good job covering Australia, eh?

2012 is a good year for consumers planning to get their own mobile phones due to a lot of new smartphones introduced in the market.

Samsung is taking the smartphone battle too seriously and acts ill-tempered by mocking Apple's new iPhone 5

South Korea-based tech giant Samsung recently unveiled an amazing camera powered by the latest Android Jelly Bean that will quickly become every photographer’s favorite shooter.

Last Monday, May 7, 2012, a red carpet event was held in Seoul South Korea for the World Premiere of Men In Black III.

Madonna still holds the title Queen of Pop and she is just about to prove it. In one of her fansites, there was a leaked itinerary posted that seemed to be a schedule for Madonna's world tour.