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B1A4's 13th Anniversary Concert: A Testament to Enduring Fan LoveB1A4 successfully concluded their 13th-anniversary fan concert, showcasing immense affection for others. The group hosted its B1A4 13th Anniversary FAN CONCERT, “13ANA=DAY,” at Yonsei University Centennial Memorial Hall Concert Hall. Performances were at 7 p.m. on the 20th and at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on the 21st. Across three shows, the group had the […]
Global Supply Chain Crisis: Tri-Nation Partnership Takes a StandThe United States, South Korea, and Japan have declared their intention to counteract the supply chain crisis caused by China’s overproduction and low-cost dumping in the electric vehicle and solar panel industries, among others, through a Reinforcing and Improving Sustainable Economies (RISE) partnership. On the 17th (local time), Choi Sang Mok, the Deputy Prime Minister […]
South Korea's Yoon Suk Yeol's Presidency CrisisThe primary factor exerting the most substantial influence was “pricing and other unresolved issues concerning people’s livelihood.” The approval rating for President Yoon Suk Yeol’s governance was notably low. On the 18th, the findings of the National Index Survey (NBS) conducted from the 15th to the 17th by Embrain Public, K-Stat Research, Korea Research, and […]
The Decline of South Korean ReadersAccording to recent findings, about six out of ten South Korean adults did not read even a single book last year. According to the 2023 National Reading Survey released by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on the 18th, the comprehensive reading rate, which signifies the percentage of adults who read or listened to […]
Hyundai's Latest Decision Sparks Controversy in South KoreaHyundai Plans to Import ‘Sonata Taxi’ Produced in China Recently, news broke that Hyundai could import the eighth-generation Sonata taxi produced in China. At the time, the Hyundai union claimed a collective agreement violation and opposed the move. Until now, the seventh-generation Sonata taxi has been produced in the Chungnam Asan factory, but due to […]
40 Years for Brutal Motel Murder: Is This Enough?A man in his 30s, who was sentenced to life in prison for attempting to sexually assault and subsequently killing a woman in her 70s working at a motel, has received a 40-year prison sentence on appeal. On the 17th, the second criminal division of the Daegu High Court (Judge Jeong Seung Kyu) broke the […]
U.S. Troop Reduction in Korea? What It Means for National Security - Part 2Chairmen and Secretaries of the U.S. Senate and House Armed Services Committees: “Bipartisan Passage of Defense Budget for 63 Years…Cooperation Beyond Party, Region, and Ideological Differences” During the MOAA event, the Chairmen and Secretaries of the Senate and House Armed Services Committees emphasized the importance of bipartisan support for the National Defense Authorization Act in […]
South Korea's Killer Drones: New Frontier in Defense Against North Korea - Part 2Killer drones, the most effective deterrent against North Korea’s provocation The South Korean military has also begun introducing various killer drones, including small suicide drones. Small suicide drones are weapon systems that covertly fly toward a target and then explode to destroy or eliminate the target. It is known that the beheading unit of the […]
South Korea's Killer Drones: New Frontier in Defense Against North Korea - Part 1Fly secretly and destroy and remove enemy targetsU.S. to Use Self-Bombed UAVs for Afghan WarKiller Drone, Efficient Asymmetric Power to North Korea’s Threat On December 26, 2022, five North Korean drones violated South Korean airspace, flying around the skies of Seoul, Gimpo in Gyeonggi Province, Paju, and Ganghwa Island. The infiltrating North Korean drones passed […]
Samsung Workers Stand Up: First Collective Action Takes PlaceThe National Samsung Electronics Labor Union (NSEL) held its first collective action on the afternoon of the 17th in front of the Samsung Electronics DSR Tower in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province. The organizers estimated that approximately 2,000 workers attended the event. The NSEL put on a nerve-wracking show with the company over the venue for its […]
US, Japan, and South Korea Unite Against Economic ChallengesDuring the meeting, the finance ministers of South Korea, the US, and Japan gathered for the first time. They aimed to recognize the recent changes in economic and financial conditions, including the depreciation of the won and yen and China’s offensive on low-cost products. They also agreed to continue discussing issues discussed between the three […]
Presidential Office Shake-Up: Corruption Scandal Emerges in Relocation ProcessReports have emerged that the Board of Audit and Inspection (BAI), currently conducting an audit related to the relocation of the presidential office, has detected corruption allegations and requested an investigation from the prosecution. JoongAng Ilbo reported on the 17th that “It has been confirmed that the BAI has requested an investigation from the prosecution […]
TikTok's Big Move: Massive Hiring in Korea for Market EntryReview Corporation’s stock performance is robust amidst reports of TikTok’s expansion into the Korean retail market. This move aligns with previous moves by Chinese platforms like AliExpress, Temu, and Shein. Review Corporation, which manages the nation’s premier social media influencer platform, stands to benefit from this development. On the 17th, stock market and industry insiders […]
South Korean Politician Claims Coercion in High-Profile Corruption CaseControversy is brewing over allegations of prosecution’s persuasion by former Gyeonggi Province Vice Governor Lee Hwa Young, who was indicted in the illegal North Korean remittance case involving Lee Jae Myung, the leader of the Democratic Party. The Supreme Prosecutors’ Office has launched an investigation into the matter. On the 4th, former Vice Governor Lee […]
Historic Trilateral Financial Summit: U.S., South Korea, and Japan Unite in DCFor the first time, the finance ministers of South Korea, the United States, and Japan will gather tomorrow in Washington, D.C. The Ministry of Economy and Finance announced on the 16th that Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang Mok will depart for the U.S. to attend the trilateral finance ministers’ meeting. This finance ministers’ meeting follows […]
North Korea Breaks Silence on South Korean Election: A Crushing Defeat for Yoon Suk YeolFor the first time, North Korea commented on the results of the South Korean general election on April 10th, claiming on the 16th that it was a “stern judgment of public sentiment” against Yoon Suk Yeol’s party. However, they did not mention specific election results, such as the number of seats won by each party. […]
Seattle Mayor Makes Historic Visit to Seoul, Strengthening TiesSource: City of Seoul Bruce Harrell, the first Asian-American Mayor of Seattle and son of a war veteran led a large economic delegation on a visit to Seoul on April 15. During their meeting, Mayor Oh Se Hoon introduced the Climate Companion Card, part of Seoul’s key policy, the Special City of Companionship and Charm. […]
Choked by China: South Korea Battles Rising Carbon Monoxide LevelsA U.S. research team has revealed that an alarming amount of carbon monoxide, a pollutant originating from China, has infiltrated South Korea beyond the country’s control. The researchers stated that most of the carbon monoxide that entered South Korea originated from China’s domestic market. According to the scientific and technological community, on the 13th, the […]
K-Pop Sensation IVE Unveils Artistic Concept Photos for 'IVE SWITCH'K-pop girl group IVE, consisting of An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo, has teased the vibe of their upcoming album. Their agency, Starship Entertainment, released the first concept photo for IVE’s second EP, IVE SWITCH, on the 14th. The recently unveiled concept photo beautifully encapsulates each member’s distinct individuality, evoking the atmosphere […]
TXT's 'Minisode 3: TOMORROW' Storms Billboard 200, Lands in Top 3TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) has reached a milestone by securing their tenth entry on the prestigious U.S. Billboard 200 chart, a testament to their widespread international popularity. On the 15th, Big Hit Music revealed that TXT’s 6th mini album, minisode 3: TOMORROW, had claimed the 3rd position on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 103,500 copies […]
B1A4's 13th Anniversary Concert: A Testament to Enduring Fan Love B1A4 successfully concluded their 13th-anniversary fan concert, showcasing immense affection for others. The group hosted its B1A4 13th Anniversary FAN CONCERT, “13ANA=DAY,” at Yonsei University Centennial Memorial Hall Concert Hall. Performances were at 7 p.m. on the 20th and at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on the 21st. Across three shows, the group had the […]
Global Supply Chain Crisis: Tri-Nation Partnership Takes a Stand The United States, South Korea, and Japan have declared their intention to counteract the supply chain crisis caused by China’s overproduction and low-cost dumping in the electric vehicle and solar panel industries, among others, through a Reinforcing and Improving Sustainable Economies (RISE) partnership. On the 17th (local time), Choi Sang Mok, the Deputy Prime Minister […]
South Korea's Yoon Suk Yeol's Presidency Crisis The primary factor exerting the most substantial influence was “pricing and other unresolved issues concerning people’s livelihood.” The approval rating for President Yoon Suk Yeol’s governance was notably low. On the 18th, the findings of the National Index Survey (NBS) conducted from the 15th to the 17th by Embrain Public, K-Stat Research, Korea Research, and […]
The Decline of South Korean Readers According to recent findings, about six out of ten South Korean adults did not read even a single book last year. According to the 2023 National Reading Survey released by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism on the 18th, the comprehensive reading rate, which signifies the percentage of adults who read or listened to […]
Hyundai's Latest Decision Sparks Controversy in South Korea Hyundai Plans to Import ‘Sonata Taxi’ Produced in China Recently, news broke that Hyundai could import the eighth-generation Sonata taxi produced in China. At the time, the Hyundai union claimed a collective agreement violation and opposed the move. Until now, the seventh-generation Sonata taxi has been produced in the Chungnam Asan factory, but due to […]
40 Years for Brutal Motel Murder: Is This Enough? A man in his 30s, who was sentenced to life in prison for attempting to sexually assault and subsequently killing a woman in her 70s working at a motel, has received a 40-year prison sentence on appeal. On the 17th, the second criminal division of the Daegu High Court (Judge Jeong Seung Kyu) broke the […]
U.S. Troop Reduction in Korea? What It Means for National Security - Part 2 Chairmen and Secretaries of the U.S. Senate and House Armed Services Committees: “Bipartisan Passage of Defense Budget for 63 Years…Cooperation Beyond Party, Region, and Ideological Differences” During the MOAA event, the Chairmen and Secretaries of the Senate and House Armed Services Committees emphasized the importance of bipartisan support for the National Defense Authorization Act in […]
South Korea's Killer Drones: New Frontier in Defense Against North Korea - Part 2 Killer drones, the most effective deterrent against North Korea’s provocation The South Korean military has also begun introducing various killer drones, including small suicide drones. Small suicide drones are weapon systems that covertly fly toward a target and then explode to destroy or eliminate the target. It is known that the beheading unit of the […]
Samsung Workers Stand Up: First Collective Action Takes Place The National Samsung Electronics Labor Union (NSEL) held its first collective action on the afternoon of the 17th in front of the Samsung Electronics DSR Tower in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province. The organizers estimated that approximately 2,000 workers attended the event. The NSEL put on a nerve-wracking show with the company over the venue for its […]
US, Japan, and South Korea Unite Against Economic Challenges During the meeting, the finance ministers of South Korea, the US, and Japan gathered for the first time. They aimed to recognize the recent changes in economic and financial conditions, including the depreciation of the won and yen and China’s offensive on low-cost products. They also agreed to continue discussing issues discussed between the three […]
Presidential Office Shake-Up: Corruption Scandal Emerges in Relocation Process Reports have emerged that the Board of Audit and Inspection (BAI), currently conducting an audit related to the relocation of the presidential office, has detected corruption allegations and requested an investigation from the prosecution. JoongAng Ilbo reported on the 17th that “It has been confirmed that the BAI has requested an investigation from the prosecution […]
TikTok's Big Move: Massive Hiring in Korea for Market Entry Review Corporation’s stock performance is robust amidst reports of TikTok’s expansion into the Korean retail market. This move aligns with previous moves by Chinese platforms like AliExpress, Temu, and Shein. Review Corporation, which manages the nation’s premier social media influencer platform, stands to benefit from this development. On the 17th, stock market and industry insiders […]
South Korean Politician Claims Coercion in High-Profile Corruption Case Controversy is brewing over allegations of prosecution’s persuasion by former Gyeonggi Province Vice Governor Lee Hwa Young, who was indicted in the illegal North Korean remittance case involving Lee Jae Myung, the leader of the Democratic Party. The Supreme Prosecutors’ Office has launched an investigation into the matter. On the 4th, former Vice Governor Lee […]
Historic Trilateral Financial Summit: U.S., South Korea, and Japan Unite in DC For the first time, the finance ministers of South Korea, the United States, and Japan will gather tomorrow in Washington, D.C. The Ministry of Economy and Finance announced on the 16th that Deputy Prime Minister Choi Sang Mok will depart for the U.S. to attend the trilateral finance ministers’ meeting. This finance ministers’ meeting follows […]
North Korea Breaks Silence on South Korean Election: A Crushing Defeat for Yoon Suk Yeol For the first time, North Korea commented on the results of the South Korean general election on April 10th, claiming on the 16th that it was a “stern judgment of public sentiment” against Yoon Suk Yeol’s party. However, they did not mention specific election results, such as the number of seats won by each party. […]
Seattle Mayor Makes Historic Visit to Seoul, Strengthening Ties Source: City of Seoul Bruce Harrell, the first Asian-American Mayor of Seattle and son of a war veteran led a large economic delegation on a visit to Seoul on April 15. During their meeting, Mayor Oh Se Hoon introduced the Climate Companion Card, part of Seoul’s key policy, the Special City of Companionship and Charm. […]
Choked by China: South Korea Battles Rising Carbon Monoxide Levels A U.S. research team has revealed that an alarming amount of carbon monoxide, a pollutant originating from China, has infiltrated South Korea beyond the country’s control. The researchers stated that most of the carbon monoxide that entered South Korea originated from China’s domestic market. According to the scientific and technological community, on the 13th, the […]
K-Pop Sensation IVE Unveils Artistic Concept Photos for 'IVE SWITCH' K-pop girl group IVE, consisting of An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo, has teased the vibe of their upcoming album. Their agency, Starship Entertainment, released the first concept photo for IVE’s second EP, IVE SWITCH, on the 14th. The recently unveiled concept photo beautifully encapsulates each member’s distinct individuality, evoking the atmosphere […]
TXT's 'Minisode 3: TOMORROW' Storms Billboard 200, Lands in Top 3 TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT) has reached a milestone by securing their tenth entry on the prestigious U.S. Billboard 200 chart, a testament to their widespread international popularity. On the 15th, Big Hit Music revealed that TXT’s 6th mini album, minisode 3: TOMORROW, had claimed the 3rd position on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 103,500 copies […]
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