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Award-winning sports journalist Alan Abrahamson discusses the Olympic movement's role in global peacebuilding.
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Using Dennis Rodman as a case study, a new article examines the role of high-profile athletes in sports diplomacy.
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TONIGHT: Can we ever have peace with nuclear weapons at the ready? Dr. Robert L. Gallucci discusses the reality of a nuclear war in today's geopolitical environment.
The USC Korean Studies Institute director highlights the powerful pull of rhetoric when it comes to U.S. media messages about North Korea.
At a recent CPD event, Amb. Enna Park emphasized the importance of public diplomacy and soft power in ensuring S. Korea's continued success.
Arirang TV looks at the impact of the 2018 winter games on North Korea-South Korea relations.
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Ilan Manor argues that incendiary social media may ignite tensions, not full-on wars.