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Apr 11

South Korea’s ‘Luke Skywalker’ strikes blow against President Yoon : Convicted former justice minister helps deliver resounding electoral victory for leftwing ...

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Quick Glance: South Korea’s ‘Luke Skywalker’ Triumphs Against President Yoon

Former minister Cho Kuk aids in leftwing alliance's electoral victory

Former justice minister Cho Kuk, convicted on corruption charges, played a pivotal role in the defeat of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol in parliamentary elections.

Cho calls for Yoon and PPP leader Han Dong-hoon, both former prosecutors, to be held accountable for abuse of power.

The leftwing alliance narrowly missed the 200-seat mark that would have allowed them to bypass a presidential veto. Yoon now faces over three years as a lame duck, while the country heads towards more than three years of stagnation.

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Apr 18

[INTERVIEW] 'Coffee reflects human nature' : Korea is one of the biggest consumers of coffee in the world, with average coffee consumption reaching 405 ...

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Quick Glance: Coffee Origins Revealed: Genome Study Uncovers Ethiopian Roots

Researchers unlocked the genome of Arabica coffee species, tracing its origins to a natural mating over 600,000 years ago in Ethiopia.

The study revealed Arabica's low genetic diversity and susceptibility to pests and diseases, limiting its cultivation locations.

The findings could lead to new breeding approaches in coffee to develop varieties with enhanced resistance to diseases and climate changes.

Arabica formed as a natural hybridization between parent species Coffea canephora and Coffea eugenioides, mainly used for global coffee production.

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Apr 10

South Korea: Opposition party set for big win in election, spelling trouble for President Yoon

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Apr 20

How general elections will affect South Korea's foreign policy : The opposition bloc's landslide victory in the April 10 general elections is cornering ...

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Quick Glance: South Korean President's Challenging Future Ahead

South Korea's parliamentary election on April 10, 2024, served as a referendum on President Yoon Suk Yeol's initial two years in office.

The opposition Democratic Party maintained its majority in the National Assembly with 175 seats, while the ruling PPP faced a setback.

The election results will impact Yoon's domestic and foreign agendas due to facing a divided government and increased scrutiny from opposition parties.

Opposition parties will likely demand diplomatic achievements from the Yoon government in the next three years, scrutinizing the effectiveness of his foreign policy.

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Apr 09

Small business owners suffer from part-timers' unanticipated absences: Park Jin-yeon, a 34-year-old restaurat owner who runs a pork barbecue grill house in ...

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Quick Glance: Small Business Owners Struggle with Part-Timers' Unexpected Absences

Park Jin-yeon, a 34-year-old restaurant owner, juggles various tasks, including serving dishes and grilling meat for guests during business hours.

A study revealed that three out of every four small business owners in the country are faced with no-shows by employees who were either already hired or in the hiring process.

A significant number of entrepreneurs express concerns about potential no-shows by part-timers and are seeking job seekers who can make themselves available either instantly or on short notice.

Many small business owners have difficulty finding timely replacements for unexpected absences, whether due to resignations without prior notice or new employees not showing up.