—It looks like formerly imprisoned journalists Laura Ling and Euna Lee are following the trend of earning a book deal to share (and capitalize on) their experience being held in captivity in North Korea. While Laura is still shopping around for a book deal that will “examine the meaning of sisterhood and journalistic ideals,” Euna beat her to the punches with a six-figure deal to write a memoir of her imprisonment. [via Gawker]
—The infamous “balloon boy” parents plead guilty today, as expected. The father Richard Heene pleaded guilty to a felony charge of …

For many of us, the plight of North Korean refugees has been an issue unheard of — that is, until the recent Euna Lee and Laura Ling incident, which despite political agendas, helped bring global awareness to the harsh reality of North Korea. From their recent statement describing their experience in North Korea, we get a glimpse of the grim conditions, such as female North Korean defectors who are forced into human trafficking.
To hear these stories is hardly enough; there are many ways to learn more, get involved and offer …

American reporters Euna Lee and Laura Ling recently gave their first statement on their employer Current TV’s website, describing their capture in North Korea. In their detailed account, the women admit that they did in fact cross border, though for only a brief moment, before turning back.
“When we set out, we had no intention of leaving China, but when our guide beckoned for us to follow him beyond the middle of the river, we did, eventually arriving at the riverbank on the North Korean side… Feeling nervous about where we …

Current TV aired a special tribute tonight to their colleagues Laura Ling and Euna Lee, along with a “thank you” message from Laura and Euna, who expressed their gratitude for everyone (besides the Clintons) who supported them during their 140 days held in captivity in North Korea. They acknowledge all of those who sent letters and postcards, held vigils, used social networking sites, and even created blog sites such as “Liberate Laura,” to advocate their quick return home. Seeing these two women in this video, truly humbled by their experiences, …

We just had to post this heartwarming photo of Euna Lee and Laura Ling reuniting with their families after they arrived at Bob Hope Airport today in Burbank, Calif. On the left is Euna Lee, with her adorable daughter Hana (which reminds us of Euna’s touching “urgent message” to her husband while in captivity about sending in Hana’s registration forms), and her husband Michael Saldate. On the right is an emotional embrace between Laura Ling and her husband Iain Clayton. Click here to watch CNN’s interview with Doug Ling (Laura’s father) …