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Hidden Behind the K-Pop Contract Blame Game: Who Is Protecting Minor Idols?

The K-pop industry continues to push the envelope of youth. A2O Light, a group currently generating massive buzz with their "Neon" syndrome, features a member named I-ching who is only 13
South Korea’s Judiciary Nears Landmark Verdict in 1960s 'East Berlin Spy' Retrial for Composer Isang Yun

SEOUL — Fifty-eight years after a flawed conviction shocked the global arts community, a South Korean appellate court is set to rule on the high-profile retrial of the late world-renowned compos

Inha University Caught in Campus Culture Clash Over Proposed Rhee Syng-man Statue Revival

INCHEON — Plans by a small faction of students to resurrect a controversial monument honoring South Korea’s first president have sparked sharp political pushback at Inha University, puttin

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VANK Launches Global Campaign Against China's Bid to List Balhae Heritage as World Heritage: SEOUL — The cyber diplomatic organization VANK (Voluntary Agency Network of Korea, led by Director Park Ki-tae) announced on ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.10.08

Fading Taegeukgi on National Holidays: Is This Decline Okay?: With October—a month packed with major national holidays like Armed Forces Day, National Foundation Day, and Hangeul Day&mda ...; Kim Sungmoon Reporter 2026.10.08

"Camping Season Has Arrived": 4,000 Campers Gather at Haenam Oceano: An event offering autumn campers a chance to enjoy camping while exploring the latest gear and leisure content all in one place is ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.10.08

Min Hyung-bae Proposes Full Implementation of Rural Basic Income for Depopulation-Risk Areas Starting Next Year: GWANGJU — Jeonnam-Gwangju Unified Metropolitan City Mayor Min Hyung-bae officially proposed a plan to all local municipal go ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.10.08

South Korea Sees 553% Surge in Youth Self-Harm and Suicide Attempts Over a Decade: SEOUL — Attempts of self-harm and suicide among children and adolescents in South Korea have skyrocketed by more than five t ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.10.08

Suwon City Support Center for Childcare to Host "Re:Toy - Toy Market": SUWON — The Suwon City Support Center for Childcare announced that it will host the "Re:Toy - Toy Market" on October 17, fro ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.10.08

Gyeonggi Province Selects 74 Winners for the Gyeonggi Architectural Culture Awards, Including Courtyard Marriott Pyeongtaek: SEOUL — Gyeonggi Province announced on the 29th that a total of 74 winning works have been selected for the 31st Gyeonggi Ar ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2026.10.08

Korea Communications Commission Initiates Re-approval Review for JTBC Under Rehabilitation Process: SEOUL — The regulatory process for the re-approval of JTBC, which is currently undergoing a corporate rehabilitation process ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.10.08

Class Action Lawsuit Against Coupang Over Data Breach Voluntarily Dismissed to Refile in New York Southern District Court: The class action lawsuit filed against Coupang Inc., the U.S. headquarters of the e-commerce giant, regarding a massive personal d ...; Eunsil Ju Reporter 2026.10.08

Government Crackdown on Illegal 'Proxy-Purchasing' of Alcohol and Tobacco Targeting Youth Amid Exploitative Demands: SEOUL — South Korean government agencies have launched a joint inter-agency task force to crack down on online illegal activ ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2026.10.08

Chungnam Fire Headquarters Achieves Over 90% Approval Rating in Personnel Administration Satisfaction for the First Time: CHUNGCHEONGNAM-DO — The Chungnam Fire Headquarters announced on the 7th that positive evaluations for its "personnel adminis ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.10.08

Chungnam Province Deploys Pedal Misapplication Prevention Devices for Elderly Drivers: In a proactive effort to prevent sudden acceleration and dash accidents caused by pedal misapplications among elderly drivers, Chu ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.10.08

Chungnam and Gyeonggi Join Forces to Clean Up Marine Debris in Ansan’s Pungdo Island: ANSAN — In a continued effort to foster a pristine coastline, South Chungcheong Province (Chungnam) and Gyeonggi Province te ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.10.08

"Relocation of Forest Resources Research Institute to Cheongyang Will Proceed Without a Hitch": Chungcheongnam-do Governor Park Soo-hyun has once again reaffirmed his commitment to smoothly carrying out the relocation of the p ...; Kim Young Min Reporter 2026.10.08

National Farmers Gather in South Chungcheong to Pledge Commitment to "Food Sovereignty": Rural leaders from across South Korea gathered in South Chungcheong Province to vow a new leap forward for Korean agriculture and ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.10.08

Pooling Strengths for Cheongyang’s Development and Enhancing Residents' Quality of Life: Discussing Local Issues Including Basic Income for Rural Areas and Stay-Type Tourism in Chilgap Lake Chungcheongnam-do is joinin ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.10.08

Machang Bridge Toll Discount for Gyeongnam Residents Faces Delay, Pushing April Target into Uncertainty: The Gyeongnam provincial government's push to implement a toll discount for local residents by next April is facing scheduling hur ...; Cho Kijo Reporter 2026.10.07

Nearly 150 Disciplinary Actions Taken Against MOLIT Officials, Including 13 Cases at Daejeon Regional Office for Sexual Misconduct and Drunk Driving: SEOUL — Over the past five years, nearly 150 officials from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLIT) and i ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.10.07

Crackdown on Scalpers: 170 Suspects Referred to Police for 1 Billion Won Ticket Scam: SEOUL — South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) has referred 170 individuals to the police on charges o ...; Desk 2026.10.07

South Korea’s Ministry of Defense Aims to Phase Out Military Service Exemptions for Arts and Sports: SEOUL — Amid growing controversy surrounding remarks made by national football players following the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian ...; Kim Sungmoon Reporter 2026.10.07