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“18 Years as a North Defector… ‘I Wish I Could Offer a Bowl of Rice at My Parents’ Grave’” Yu Sun-hee, a North Korean defector ahead of Chuseok

Meeting at the Gyeongnam Hana Center in Seongsan-gu, Changwon, on the 22nd—two days ahead of the Chuseok holiday, the biggest holiday of the year—North Korean defector Yu Sun-hee (70) said
Interview with Lim Byung-jin, Secretary-General of the Association of Northeast Asia Regional Governments (NEAR)

Lim Byung-jin, Secretary-General of the Association of Northeast Asia Regional Governments (NEAR) I. First, could you briefly introduce what NEAR is and what it was created for? The Association of

Researcher Son Jun-hyung Publishes Paper in SCI(E)-Class International Academic Journal

A research paper by Researcher Son Jun-hyung of the Disease Control Division at the Gyeongsangbuk-do Animal Hygiene Test Station has been published in the latest issue of Animals, a top-tier SCI(E)-cl

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Veteran Actor Laurence Pang Falls Victim to Love Scam, Loses $34,800: Singaporean actor Laurence Pang, known for his roles in TV dramas like "Tanglin" and "Sunny Side Up," recently revealed he lost ap ...; Desk 2025.01.22

"A Dream Fulfilled: The Enduring Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.": Martin Luther King Jr., the iconic civil rights leader whose "I Have a Dream" speech resonated across the globe, continues to insp ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.01.21

AI Chatbots Show Promise in Reducing Loneliness and Social Anxiety: Ulsan, South Korea – A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at UNIST and Korea University has revealed that interac ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.01.20

South Korea Weighs Raising Retirement Age Amid Aging Population: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea is on the cusp of a significant policy shift as the government and the National Assembly co ...; Desk 2025.01.20

Largest Genome Sequencing Project Announced: San Francisco, CA – A groundbreaking new project aimed at sequencing the genomes of 10 million individuals was announced at ...; Sharon Yoon Correspondent 2025.01.16

Guide Dog Denied Entry at Daiso Store, Sparking Controversy: A recent incident involving a guide dog being denied entry at a Daiso store in [City] has sparked controversy and renewed discussi ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.01.16

Taean County to Launch 'Dream for Children' Project, Offering Substantial Support for Families: Taean, South Korea – Taean County in South Chungcheong Province is set to launch its ambitious "Dream for Children" project ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.01.16

Early Detection of Neurodegenerative Diseases: A New Blood Test Shows Promise: Seoul, South Korea – Researchers at Cha University of Medicine and Science have discovered a potential breakthrough in the e ...; Desk 2025.01.15

Dementia: A Growing Concern, Even Among the Young: Disclaimer: While I can provide a comprehensive translation and structure the content into a news article format, I cannot provide ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.01.15

Choi Jung-won Makes History as Korea's First Female Hermes in Hadestown: Seoul, South Korea – Musical actress Choi Jung-won has made history by becoming the first female actor to portray the role o ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.01.15

Jung Ji-sun and the Rise of Female Chefs in South Korea: Seoul, South Korea – Jung Ji-sun, the 41-year-old chef behind the renowned dim sum restaurant Tien Mimi, has emerged as one ...; Desk 2025.01.15

Gwangyang City Gears Up for the 24th Gwangyang Plum Blossom Festival: Gwangyang, South Korea – As one of South Korea’s most anticipated spring flower festivals, the 24th Gwangyang Plum Blossom Festival is set to kick off in March. The fes ...; JEONG CHAN MYEONG Senior Reporter 2025.01.15

Korean Author's Sci-Fi Collection Nominated for Prestigious Philip K. Dick Award: Seoul, South Korea – Jung Bora, a renowned South Korean author, has made history by becoming the first Korean writer to be n ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.01.15

Single-Parent Households in South Korea to Receive Increased Support: Seoul, South Korea – The Ministry of Gender Equality and Family announced today a series of policy improvements aimed at exp ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.01.15

South Korea Boosts Monthly Subsidies for Residents of Westernmost Islands: Seoul, South Korea – The South Korean government has announced a significant increase in monthly subsidies for residents of ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2025.01.14

South Korea Legalizes Sea Burials to Address Aging Population and Land Scarcity: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea has taken a significant step towards addressing its aging population and land scarcity issu ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.01.14

Seongsu Residents Prioritize Practicality in Redevelopment Plans: Seoul, South Korea – As apartment complexes increasingly become a cornerstone of community life, residents of Seoul's Seongs ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.01.14

Coffee and Hypertension: New Study Offers Reassuring News: A new long-term study has revealed that coffee consumption may not pose a significant risk to individuals with hypertension. Resea ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.01.13

A Woman Sets Apartment on Fire After Argument with Husband: Ansan, South Korea – A 30-year-old woman was arrested early Wednesday morning after setting fire to her apartment following ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.01.13

South Korean Fathers Embracing Paternity Leave: Seoul, South Korea – A growing number of South Korean fathers are taking paternity leave, signaling a significant shift in t ...; Desk 2025.01.13