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A national open paduk contest took place at the Taekwon-Do Hall in Pyongyang from August 14 to 22. More than 480 players selected from all provinces competed in individuals, doubles and team games, divided into child, schoolchild, amateur and open categories. At the contest Pyongyang Municipality came first in total standings, Kangwon Province second and South Hamgyong Province third. Trophy cups, medals and diplomas were awarded to the successful teams and players. The Pyongyang Times, launched on May 6, 1965, is the DPRK's only English newspaper. It gives latest, detailed information about what is going on in the country in politics, the economy, culture and other sectors. And the paper also provides a vast knowledge of the nooks and crannies of Pyongyang.