South Korea banning North Korean TikTok sensation

South Korean officials are banning a group of videos and catchy songs glorifying North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un. The songs, released in April, refer to Kim as a “great leader” and a “friendly father” and became big hits online. South Korea’s media regulator called the songs and videos “psychological warfare.” Host Carolyn Beeler has the details.

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