Things Worth Noting
In May 2025, a 5,000-ton Choe Hyon-class destroyer sank during its launch at North Korea’s Chongjin shipyard, dealing a blow to Kim Jong Un’s naval ambitions. The accident, caused by a faulty side launch and operational negligence, damaged the hull, delaying the warship’s debut. Kim condemned the failure as a “criminal act,” vowing to restore […]
Roof of 650-year-old Ming Dynasty drum tower in Anhui, China, built in 1375, collapses. pic.twitter.com/NrBhSYtBs1 — Doolly Noted ✏️ (@doollynoted) May 21, 2025 On May 19, 2025, the roof of the 650-year-old Fengyang Drum Tower in Anhui, China, collapsed, sending tiles crashing down. Built in 1375 during the Ming Dynasty, this historic landmark’s partial collapse […]