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BTS’ Jin now an ‘elite soldier’ By Pauline Joyce Pascual
BTS Jin recent revealed that he had been promoted to the rank of corporal two months ahead of schedule. This unexpected promotion came as a result of Jin’s recent attainment of the prestigious “elite soldier” title. All physically fit men between the ages of 18 and 35 are required to serve in the military under South Korea’s mandatory military service laws. Jin has been working as an assistant instructor at a front-line infantry division boot camp in Yeoncheon, Gyeonggi Province, since December of last year. The expected discharge date for Jin, the first BTS member to begin his national duty, is set for 12 June 2024. Jin had been scheduled to advance in September, but because of his outstanding performance and freshly attained elite soldier rank, he was promoted sooner than expected. Soldiers receive this honorary distinction, according to the Korea Herald, for performing exceptionally well in a variety of demanding training exercises that include a 3-kilometer race, shooting proficiency, first aid knowledge, alertness, CBR (Chemical, Biological, Radiological) training and individual combat. Elite soldiers are identifiable by a distinctive badge on their uniforms, have the chance to advance more quickly and have more leave rights. This honor underlines Jin’s dedication to and commitment to his military responsibilities. In a lighthearted moment, Jin playfully teased his bandmate J-hope, who enlisted in the military in April, with a message in Korean that loosely translates to, “If you don’t get the elite soldier (title), you will be the disgrace of BTS.” J-hope, who is currently working as an assistant instructor at the 36th Infantry Division’s boot camp in Wonju, Gangwon Province, is due to be released on 17 October 2024. The post BTS’ Jin now an ‘elite soldier’ By Pauline Joyce Pascual appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
Quipper goes beyond classrooms
Quipper, an online learning platform, launched recently its first student boot camp with the theme “Equipping Learners with 21st Century Skills that Go Beyond the Classroom.” The webinar was attended by senior high school students, administrators and teachers from various schools across the country. The participants learned how new technologies can affect future career goals and how AI (artificial intelligence) is shaping and revolutionizing the future of work. Natalie Do of ELSA Corp. kickstarted the event by discussing the importance, benefits, and functions of AI technology in multiple processes. Do said that AI would not replace but instead assist both educators and students. She explained that AI can be used to integrate intelligent tutoring systems for students and adaptive assessments for more concise lessons for teachers. She also addressed the fear that AI will replace human workers. She said that AI does not do fact-checking well, but it can make a difference in transforming operations or day-to-day work by designating emails for work, and more to AI. ELSA Speak is a company that uses AI to teach communication skills to users worldwide. Do said that ELSA Speak aims to enable different English learners worldwide to create more opportunities. The post Quipper goes beyond classrooms appeared first on Daily Tribune......»»
LOOK: BTS ARMYs converge at boot camp to bid Jin goodbye for now
SEOUL — Some 300 military, police, and fire officials have tightened security around what will be the boot camp of Jin, the oldest member of the K-pop phenomenon BTS, in the eastern county of Yeoncheon where frontline troops are deployed on guard against North Korea. This came about as dozens of the BTS star’s fans […] The post LOOK: BTS ARMYs converge at boot camp to bid Jin goodbye for now appeared first on Cebu Daily News......»»
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PDEA: 7 drivers yield positive results in drug testing
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Volleyball MVPs Belen, Ybanez named UAAP Players of the Week
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Three-peat seeking FH trails by 5 in Corporate Cup golf tourney
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Corporate Cup golf: BCM, Perfect Drive mount early leads
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Gibbons reaffirms Pacquiao vs Benn fight talks
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