ALIVE AND WELL? North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un, who has not been seen in public for two weeks, has reportedly sent a message of gratitude to workers building one of his pet construction projects aimed at boosting tourism in the country.

“Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un sent thanks to the officials and working people for having rendered sincere assistance to the Wonsan Kalma coastal tourist area under construction,” said Rodong Sinmun, North Korea’s main state-run newspaper Monday.

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