Bob Geldof revealed plans to speak privately with Ed Sheeran about the singer’s stance on the new “blended” version of Band Aid’s Do They Know It’s Christmas?. Ed had not given permission for his vocals to be used in the mix, citing a change in his understanding of the narrative. Geldof acknowledged differing opinions, emphasizing the importance of dialogue. He defended the charity single’s impact in providing meals to children in need. The 2014 version of the song, which featured Ed, had controversial lyrics rewritten in response to the Ebola crisis.
South Korea RECAP: President Yoon WILL lift martial law in a matter of hours after emergency declaration sparks huge protests
Chaos erupts in South Korea as President Yoon Suk Yeol declares martial law to protect against North Korean communist forces and eliminate anti-state elements, sparking protests. Despite initially implementing martial law, President Yoon decides to lift it after facing backlash from angry citizens and political opposition. The South Korean parliament votes unanimously to cancel the martial law decree, with President Yoon accusing them of paralyzing the government and undermining the constitutional framework. Full Article
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