Heatwave drives crowds to North Korea's new luxury beach resort
State television showed large numbers of North Koreans gathering at a newly opened seaside resort as temperatures soar.
State television showed large numbers of North Koreans gathering at a newly opened seaside resort as temperatures soar.
Why it matters
It illustrates North Korea's effort to develop domestic tourism and manage public comfort during extreme heat.
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