Kim Deal

A potential agreement between Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un on North Korea's nuclear programme could leave South Korea still exposed to Pyongyang's nuclear threat, according to Korea JoongAng Daily. The concern is that a US-North Korea deal focused on missiles capable of reaching the United States might leave shorter-range weapons threatening South Korea intact, prompting debate in Seoul over its security and possible independent deterrent options.

South Korean commentators are warning that a potential agreement between US President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could come at Seoul's expense. The concern is that a deal on denuclearization or arms reduction might be struck over the heads of South Korean officials, leaving the country strategically exposed on security matters that directly affect it.

Seattle radio station KEXP played The Breeders' track 'Invisible Man' during its morning show, accompanied by a Ukrainian flag emoji in the announcement. The song comes from the band's covers collection 'Dont Stop Now', with listeners directed to Bandcamp and Spotify versions. The Breeders, the 1990s alternative rock band led by Kim Deal, continue to receive regular airplay on the influential station.