Facebook page unveils photos of BTS member V in counter-terrorism unit gear: SEOUL, April 18 (Yonhap) -- Photos of K-pop supergroup BTS member V in the gear ...
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Quick Glance: BTS Member V in Counter-Terrorism Unit Attire
- Photos of K-pop supergroup BTS member V in the attire of a counter-terrorism unit have been revealed on a Facebook page of the South Korean military.
- Last December, V began his mandatory military service and was selected to join the military police during initial training.
- Subsequently, the BTS artist has been assigned to the SDT, specializing in counter-terrorism and other special operations within the 2nd Corps of the Army.
- Currently, all seven BTS members are fulfilling their mandatory military service or serving as social service agents, as all fit South Korean men must serve in the military for at least 18 months.
China’s EV supply chain dominance risks ‘collapse’ of US subsidies, warns South Korea
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Quick Glance: South Korea Warns of Collapse of US Subsidies Due to Chinese EV Supply Chain Dominance
- China’s grip on the EV supply chain threatens US subsidies, warns South Korea.
- South Korea warns that China’s control over a crucial battery material will make it nearly impossible for any electric vehicle makers to qualify for President Joe Biden's subsidy scheme.
- The United States announced last week that they will provide up to $6.4 billion in federal subsidies to the South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics, investing $40 billion in its Texas facilities for cutting-edge logic chips, advanced packaging, and next-generation chip technology research and development.
Is South Korea’s economic miracle over?: Decades of growth are tapering off as the country struggles to reform its model and reduce its dependence on ...
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Quick Glance: The Future of South Korea's Economy: An Analysis
- South Korea's economy is facing challenges as the country strives to adapt its traditional growth model and reduce its reliance on manufacturing.
- A massive investment in chip factories in Yongin aims to strengthen the position of South Korea's semiconductor industry, while economists express concerns about future growth.
- With an aging population and declining productivity, South Korea is at risk of economic challenges as the government clings to proven growth drivers.
- South Korean companies must assert themselves in a changing global economic landscape and increase their innovation capacity to secure future growth.
The US quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its ...
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
North Korea accuses US of politicizing human rights issues: North Korea accused the United States on Saturday of politicizing human rights in the East Asian ...
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Quick Glance: North Korea accuses US of politicizing rights concerns
- North Korea accuses the United States of politically instrumentalizing human rights in the East Asian country, condemning it as political provocation and conspiracy.
- Pyongyang criticized Washington for using human rights as a means for invasions and hostile behavior towards North Korea, threatening decisive actions to safeguard its sovereignty and safety.
- An annual report by the US State Department this week highlighted 'significant human rights issues' in North Korea, including arbitrary killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and other cruel treatments by government authorities.
- Additionally, North Korea criticized the US for urging them to cease missile launches and emphasized the continuation of their space reconnaissance mission to enhance the country's security.
South Korea to consult Naver, after report firm faces Japan pressure to divest stake
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Quick Glance: South Korea to Consult Naver Amid Japan Pressure Concerns
- South Korea announced plans to consult with Naver following reports of the company facing pressure from Japan to divest stakes.
- The South Korean government emphasizes the need to prevent discriminatory measures against their companies and intends to engage with Japan on the issue.
- The report on Japanese pressure raised concerns in South Korea regarding potential political interference.
- LY Corp received administrative guidance on security governance after a data leak last year affecting over 300,000 personal records.
North Korea claims it tested new command-and-control system in simulated nuclear counterstrike
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Kim Jong Un tested rocket that could hit Seoul — and may aid Russia: North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un oversaw tests for a new rocket which is capable of ...
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Quick Glance: Kim Jong Un's Rocket Tests and Possible Russian Assistance
- Kim Jong Un oversaw tests for a rocket capable of hitting Seoul in South Korea and potentially aiding Russia in the conflict with Ukraine.
- The 240-millimeter multiple rocket launcher has an estimated range of 40 to 60 kilometers and could enhance the artillery capabilities of the Korean People's Army.
- Experts suggest the rocket could be significant for export, such as to Russia, and useful in the war in Ukraine.
- Despite denials of an arms deal, reports indicate North Korea has been shipping military equipment to Russia, possibly indicating collaboration between the two countries.
South Korean court hears children's climate change case against government: South Korea's Constitutional Court began hearing on Tuesday a case that accuses the ...
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Quick Glance: South Korean Court Deliberates Children's Climate Change Lawsuit Against Government
- Environmental activist Choi Jia, alongside her younger sibling Choi Heewoo, participates in a press briefing preceding the initial hearing concerning petitions asserting that the government infringed upon their human rights due to an inadequate approach to climate change.
- A public hearing regarding a lawsuit brought by twenty-four young environmental activists against the government commenced in one of South Korea's top judicial bodies on Tuesday. The plaintiffs argue that the government's negligence in addressing climate change left them unprotected.
- Maintaining that South Korea's current climate strategies fall short in containing the temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, the plaintiffs claim this breaches the state's duty to safeguard fundamental rights. Scientists caution about the dire consequences of surpassing a 1.5C temperature increase.
- During the legal proceedings, the government asserted its commitment to minimizing carbon emissions and upholding its citizens' basic rights. Nevertheless, activists expressed dissatisfaction with the government's response and urged for more concrete actions against climate change.
South Korean woman conned out of US$50,000 by fake Elon Musk she fell in love with on Instagram
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Quick Glance: South Korean Woman Falls Victim to $50k Elon Musk Deepfake Scam
- A South Korean woman was convinced to invest 70 million won ($50,770) after watching a fabricated video portraying someone who looked like Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, as reported locally on Tuesday.
- Jeong Ji-sun, identified by the pseudonym at KBS, disclosed her experience as a victim of a romance scam on KBS's 'In-Depth 60 Minutes.' During the episode on April 19, Jeong narrated her initial interactions with the scammer posing as Musk.
- Jeong's initial hesitations dissipated swiftly. The scammer forwarded his identification and a workplace photo to Jeong. Moreover, he discussed aspects such as his children and commuting to Tesla or SpaceX via helicopter. He further mentioned his sporadic outreach to fans.
- The program highlighted the prevalent use of AI in these romance scams. The swindler engaged in a form of deception known as 'pig butchering,' as explained by the producer. This approach involves gradually enticing victims to increase their contributions to an apparently legitimate investment before the perpetrator vanishes.
Kim Jong Un's sister, Kim Yo Jong, promised to build what she called 'overwhelming and the most powerful military power' to protect its sovereignty and peace ... Show more
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Quick Glance: North Korea Leader's Sister Raises Concerns Over US Military Drills
- Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, emphasized the need to build a strong military power to protect the country's sovereignty and regional peace.
- She criticized the US military exercises in the region, particularly the collaboration with South Korea, which she claimed are dangerously destabilizing the regional security environment.
- The US and South Korea have been conducting a series of drills with greater scale and intensity in recent months to enhance their military readiness against North Korea's threats.
- North Korea views the US military exercises as preparations for a nuclear war, while Washington and Seoul assert that the drills are defensive in nature and are regularly conducted to maintain readiness.
US, South Korea outline visions for cost-sharing on troops, US negotiator says: U.S. and South Korean officials outlined respective visions for a new agreement ...
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Quick Glance: US, South Korea Lay Out Plans for Troop Cost-Sharing
- U.S. and South Korean officials outlined their respective proposals for a new agreement regarding cost-sharing for the maintenance of American troops in South Korea in recent discussions and will continue to engage in consultations as needed, according to the chief U.S. negotiator.
- Designated envoys have been appointed to commence early discussions for a forthcoming agreement set to come into effect in 2026.
- Amid Trump's term in office, there were extensive negotiations before Seoul eventually agreed to boost its financial commitment by 13.9% compared to the previous 2019 arrangement, where Seoul annually contributed around $920 million.
- As per the U.S. Government Accountability Office, the U.S. Defense Department allocated approximately $13.4 billion in South Korea between 2016 and 2019 for military salaries, infrastructure development, and upkeep, while South Korea provided $5.8 billion to support the U.S. presence.
South Korea Q1 GDP growth smashes estimates, but outlook's uncertain: The South Korean economy grew at the fastest pace in more than two years in the first ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Q1 GDP Growth Exceeds Estimates
- The South Korean economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter, driven by an increase in domestic consumption and robust exports. However, the sustainability of the recovery was questioned.
- GDP for the January-March quarter grew by 1.3%, marking the sharpest expansion since the fourth quarter of 2021 and surpassing all forecasts.
- Growth in domestic demand was the main factor behind the stronger-than-expected GDP, with private consumption increasing by 0.8%. Analysts expressed uncertainty regarding the long-term strength of economic growth.
- Despite a rebound in exports and an increase in government spending, uncertainty remains regarding inflation outlook and monetary policy, as the Bank of Korea reconsiders its economic growth projections for 2024.
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Quick Glance: New Song from North Korea Honors Kim Jong Un as 'Friendly Father'
- North Korea praises leader Kim Jong Un as a 'friendly father' and 'great leader' in a new song, part of a propaganda campaign to boost his image in the reclusive state.
- The music video for the song was broadcast on Wednesday on state-controlled Korean Central Television, showcasing North Koreans from various backgrounds enthusiastically singing lines like 'Let’s sing, Kim Jong Un the great leader' and 'Let’s brag about Kim Jong Un, a friendly father.'
- Moreover, a live performance of the song with orchestral accompaniment and in the presence of Kim was televised as part of a ceremony to mark the completion of constructing 10,000 new homes.
- The release of the cheerful song titled 'Friendly Father' coincides with recent changes by North Korean state media to the name of a holiday, sparking speculation that this move is aimed at consolidating Kim’s position.
Smaller towns in South Korea bear brunt of doctors’ shortage: Hospitals in South Korea's smaller cities are struggling with a lack of physicians ...
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Quick Glance: Smaller Towns in South Korea Struggle with Doctor Shortage
- Hospitals in South Korea's smaller cities are facing a shortage of physicians as a nationwide strike by trainee doctors continues to protest plans to increase medical school admissions.
- While Seoul has top-tier hospitals, smaller towns are suffering from a lack of doctors, exacerbated by an aging population and the world's lowest birth rates.
- South Korea has one of the lowest doctor-to-patient ratios among developed countries, prompting government efforts to increase medical school enrollments, a move met with resistance from trainee doctors and medical groups.
- Addressing the shortage of doctors in underserved areas and preventing them from clustering in Seoul requires not just an increase in doctor numbers but also policy changes, according to experts in the field.
South Korea's Last F-4E Phantoms Fire Final AGM-142 Popeye Missiles Prior To Retirement
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9 in 10 Koreans say married couples should share assets: survey : Over nine out of 10 Korean adults believe married couples should pool their assets ...
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Hyundai pauses ads on X over brand safety issues: South Korea's Hyundai said on Friday that it had paused advertising on X, formerly known as Twitter ...
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Exclusive: South Korea considers easing bond market reporting rules, sources say: South Korea is considering easing real-time reporting requirements for ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Contemplates Easing Bond Market Reporting Rules
- South Korea is considering relaxing reporting requirements for investors in the bond market to facilitate inclusion in FTSE Russell's global bond index.
- Proposed changes may reduce reporting to once or twice daily and address a later reporting deadline.
- Easing these regulations could enhance the prospects of South Korean bonds being included in FTSE Russell's WGBI and attract billions of dollars in capital inflows.
- Recent reforms in South Korea aim to improve foreign investor access, including the elimination of a 30-year-old rule for foreign stock traders.
Following a crushing election defeat for President Yoon Suk Yeol's ruling party, South Korea's government announced a compromise in its medical reform plans in ... Show more
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[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.
South Korea protests Japanese leaders' offerings to Yasukuni shrine: South Korea on Sunday protested Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's offering to Tokyo's ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea Objects to Japanese Leaders' Yasukuni Shrine Offerings
- South Korea expressed deep disappointment on Sunday over Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's offerings at the Yasukuni Shrine and urged Japanese leaders to show repentance for the country's wartime past.
- The shrine is viewed by Beijing and Seoul as a representation of Japan's historical military aggression due to its inclusion of 14 Japanese wartime leaders among the 2.5 million war dead honored there.
- The South Korean government calls on Japanese leaders to confront history and demonstrate sincere repentance, which would be a crucial step towards enhancing relations between the two countries.
- Despite progress in the South Korea-Japan relationship, particularly in security cooperation, the offerings made by Kishida and some cabinet members at the Yasukuni Shrine have sparked protests from South Korea.
Bank of Korea chief watching Middle East tensions for FX, growth outlook reviews: South Korea's central bank chief on Friday said odds for any further policy ...
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Poland signs $1.6 billion deal with South Korea for rocket artillery launchers: Most of the systems will be built in Poland itself.
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Billionaire Families Lose Hope for Tax Cut After Korean Vote: Some of the richest people in South Korea may be among the biggest losers from elections last week ...
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Quick Glance: Disappointment for Billionaire Families After Tax Reform Decision in South Korea
- President Yoon Suk Yeol faces setback in plans for inheritance tax reform.
- High inheritance tax in South Korea targets wealthy individuals and chaebols.
- Opposition party gains momentum in advocating for higher taxes on the wealthy.
- Discussions on tax reforms and their implications on businesses and the economy.
Alarm Sounded Over Major North Korea Hacks: North Korean hackers with alleged state ties have made off with technical information from South Korean defense ...
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North Korea, Belarus deputy foreign ministers agree to strengthen ties
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Quick Glance: North Korea, Belarus strengthen ties
- North Korean officials met with a delegation from Belarus to deepen cooperation and criticized the U.S. for attempting to increase 'lawless' sanctions pressure.
- During the discussions, Belarus' Deputy Foreign Minister Evgeny Shestakov and his North Korean counterpart Lim Chun Il discussed bilateral cooperation in various sectors and mutual support on the global stage.
- Kim Son Gyong, vice minister for International Organizations of the DPRK Foreign Ministry, criticized Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, for her trip to South Korea and Japan, labeling the UN sanctions against the country as 'lawless'.
- In contrast, Russia has opposed the annual renewal of the multinational panel of experts that has monitored the implementation of UN sanctions aimed at curbing North Korea's nuclear and missile programs over the past 15 years.
Paraguay to teach Korean as second foreign language to middle, high schoolers : Middle and high school students in Paraguay will be able to learn Korean as a ...
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Man who really hates cats goes to jail for killing 76 of them: The man, who is in his 20s, was convicted of violating South Korea’s animal protection law by a ...
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U.S. official says Kishida and Yoon deserve Nobel Peace Prize: WASHINGTON/SEOUL -- A senior U.S. official said Wednesday that the leaders of Japan and South ...
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U.S. envoy to U.N. urges Russia and China not to ‘reward’ North Korea’s bad behavior
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F-4 Phantoms Conduct Final Popeye Missile Firing Before South Korea Bids Them Farewell
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South Korea's Prime Minister Han Duck-soo said the government will adjust its healthcare reform plans to let medical schools determine their own admissions ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea adjusts medical school quotas to resolve walkout
- Government to let medical schools determine admissions to end junior doctor strike.
- Acceptance of proposal to reduce increase in medical school admissions by up to 50%.
- Dispute over adding 2000 more physicians by 2035, with 32 medical schools allowed to lower quotas for 2022.
- President Yoon advocates for more doctors, while protesting physicians demand better working conditions and criticize government's approach.
It Is High Time to Engage North Korea: The alternative is to do nothing and drift into an even more serious crisis as North Korea further builds up its nuclear ...
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Ador CEO calls conflict with HYBE 'worst experience of my life' : Ador CEO Min Hee-jin strongly countered allegations by parent company HYBE of having ...
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Why did Yoon's party lose in South Korea's elections and what troubles does he face now?
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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.
South Korean Youth Activists Take Government to Court over Climate Crisis: In South Korea, a court heard from youth climate activists and their families ...
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South Korea, Romania pledge defence cooperation amid reports of contract in works
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Political heat prods Japan, South Korea to team up on weak currencies: The success of Japan and South Korea at inserting language voicing concern over their ...
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Japan and South Korea agree to deepen trilateral ties with U.S: TOKYO (Kyodo) Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said Wednesday he and South Korean President ...
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Busan's 1st K-pop high school to open in 2026 : The southeastern port city of Busan will open its first K-pop high school in March 2026 - the first of its ...
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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.
South Korea and U.S. hold largest combined air force drills : KUNSAN AIR BASE, South Korea -- U.S. and South Korean F-35 fighter jets emit an ear-splitting ...
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South Korea to take decisive action if needed to stabilise FX market: South Korea's finance ministry said on Friday that authorities would take immediate and ...
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Asian finance officials raise ‘serious concerns’ over strong dollar: Emerging-market currencies have been under pressure from shifting US interest rate ...
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🇰🇷 South Korea's leading doctors' body on Saturday rejected a revised medical reform plan from the government, which offered its first concession allowing 32 ... Show more
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South Koreans sue government over climate change, saying it's violating human rights
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Presidential medical reform committee kicks off without doctors: A presidential committee to discuss the government's medical system reform drive was launched on ...
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South Korea, Japan, US hold naval drills amid N.Korea threats: South Korea, Japan and the United States staged long-planned joint naval exercises involving an ...
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Baby boomers' childhoods captured in old photos : Hwang Gyu-tae, 86, found himself engulfed in a maelstrom of emotions as he flipped through the pages of his ...
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No. of farming households falls below 1 mil. for first time in 2023 : The number of farming households in Korea fell below 1 million for the first time ever in ...
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South Korean military set to ban iPhones over ‘security’ concerns: But Android-based smartphones will be exempted from the ban.
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My partner concealed he had more than one ex-wife. Should I be nervous about our future?
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US Says Russia’s Arms Trade With North Korea Violates Sanctions: The US ambassador to the United Nations said Russia’s arms trade with North Korea breaches ...
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Military canteens become sizzling new market for food firms: Military camps in the country have become a rising market for food service firms that cater canteen ...
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North Korea tests 'super-large warhead': state media: North Korea has tested a "super-large warhead" designed for a strategic cruise missile ...
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Biden is giving $6 billion to Micron for a semiconductor project in upstate New York
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More younger people willing to have babies: ministry data : A growing number of Koreans in their 20s and 30s are actively considering starting families ...
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Court confirms 13-year sentence for teacher who made child porn involving 120 children
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South Korean Court Hears First Asian Youth Climate Case: "Carbon emission reduction keeps getting pushed back as if it is homework that can be done later ...
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Seoul's annual spring festival, Seoul Festa, to kick off next week : Seoul Festa, an annual spring festival organized by the Seoul city government ...
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Kim Jong Un Threatens North Korea's Enemies With 'Death Blow': Kim was pictured inspecting maps and models of South Korea in a pointed message to the U.S. ally.
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Poland receives its first Legwan reconnaissance vehicles from South Korea: Rosomak, a subsidiary of the Polish Armaments Group (PGZ), announced on Tuesday ...
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Korea to provide 100,000 tons of rice to 11 nations : Korea has shipped this year's first batch of rice to countries suffering from food shortages ...
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South Korea finmin vows measures to stabilise market volatility if needed: South Korea's finance minister stepped up warnings on Monday that the government is ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea finance minister pledges measures to stabilize market volatility if necessary
- South Korea's finance minister warns of potential currency volatility and emphasizes the government's readiness to intervene if needed.
- He announced the extension of the fuel consumption tax cut by two months to curb inflation amid rising global geopolitical risks.
- The statements came after Iran's attack on Israel, raising the threat of a broader regional conflict.
- South Korean currency markets opened at 0000 GMT, with the government prepared to take action to address potential market volatility.
Korean economy grows but public feels little effect : The surprise growth of the Korean economy in the first quarter of this year appears not to be felt by the ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2024/04/126_373557.html
Korea launches 1st nanosatellite to monitor military movements on Korean Peninsula
koreatimes.co.kr/www/tech/2024/04/133_373387.html
Snap Insight: Israel and Iran are now fighting a slow-motion war: For years, Iran and Israel have engaged in tit-for-tat strikes against each other ...
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/iran-first-direct-attack-israel-drones-missile-hamas-war-snap-insight-4264356
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Charting the future of the US alliance network: The recent US-Japan alliance bilateral summit between President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Kishida Fumio not ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/charting-the-future-of-the-us-alliance-network/
Aerospace professor, ex-NASA executive to lead inaugural Korean space agency: President Yoon Suk Yeol named aerospace engineering professor Yoon Young-bin as the ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/tech/2024/04/133_373386.html
China hosts foreign naval officials amid South China Sea tensions: QINGDAO, Shandong: The Chinese Navy on Sunday (Apr 21) kicked off a biennial meeting of top ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/south-china-sea-navy-meeting-qingdao-military-4280861
First meeting between president, opposition leader to address economic hardships: President Yoon Suk Yeol and Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) Chairman Lee ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/356_373135.html
Details of meeting between Yoon, opposition leader undecided: Presidential Office
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/356_373097.html
Latvian ambassador reflects on 20th anniversary of EU, NATO membership : Latvian Ambassador to Korea Aris Vigants said the Baltic nation's strategic decision to ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/120_373490.html
Nodeul Island set to become global culture spot offering diverse performances : Nodeul Island in the middle of the Han River in central Seoul is set to undergo a ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/281_372783.html
President, opposition leader to meet on Monday : President Yoon Suk Yeol and Rep. Lee Jae-myung, chairman of the main opposition Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/356_373549.html
Singer Rain to hold first Korea solo show in 9 years : Singer and actor Rain, also known as Jung Ji-hoon, is set to reconnect with his longtime fans by holding a ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2024/04/732_372918.html
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