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JBNU and SKKU Researchers Achieve Breakthrough in "Dream Material" MXene, Setting New World Records in Performance

SUWON/JEONJU – A South Korean joint research team has announced a landmark achievement in the development of MXene, a next-generation two-dimensional (2D) nanomaterial often dubbed a "drea
Contrasting Fortunes in Petrochemical Restructuring: Yeosu Moves Forward, Ulsan Stalls

The South Korean petrochemical industry is witnessing a "tale of two cities" as major hubs Yeosu and Ulsan show starkly different progress in their government-led business restructuring ef

Appellate Court Begins Review of Kakao Founder’s Acquittal in SM Entertainment Stock Rigging Case

SEOUL — The legal battle surrounding the alleged stock market manipulation of SM Entertainment has entered its second chapter. On Friday, the Seoul High Court held its first preparatory hearing

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Daejeon Agricultural Technology Center Awarded for Excellence in Professional Guidance Research: Daejeon, South Korea – The Daejeon Agricultural Technology Center has been recognized for its outstanding contributions to a ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2024.12.27

Hongseong County, a Cultural Hub in the Making: Hongseong, Chungnam – Hongseong County has achieved a significant milestone in its cultural development, being officially de ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2024.12.27

Seocheonan Rotary Club Provides Heating Oil to Vulnerable Households in Cheongryong-dong: Cheonan, South Korea – The Seocheonan Rotary Club has donated 400 liters of heating oil to a vulnerable household in Cheongr ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2024.12.27

Cheonan City Recognized as an Outstanding Institution in Youth Challenge Support Program: Cheonan, South Korea – Cheonan City has been selected as an outstanding institution in the Youth Challenge Support Program, ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2024.12.27

Dubai International Financial Centre: A Prime Destination for Boutique and Wellness Entrepreneurs: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), a leading global financial hub, is rapidly emerging as a prime destination for entrep ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2024.12.26

Controversial History Textbook Adoption Sparks Protests at South Korean High School: Gyeongsan, South Korea – A high school in South Korea is facing mounting criticism over its decision to adopt a controversia ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.26

Jiphyungseon High School in Kimje, Jeollabuk-do, Becomes First in Province to Be Approved as IB Diploma Programme Candidate School: Kimje, Jeollabuk-do – Jiphyungseon High School, a specialized alternative school, has been approved by the International Bac ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2024.12.26

Island Student Defies Odds, Secures Spot at Seoul National University Medical School: Sinan, South Korea – In a remarkable feat, a student from a remote island in Sinan County, South Jeolla Province, has been a ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.26

AI Textbooks: South Korea's Education Ministry and Publishers Deadlocked Over Subscription Fees: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea's Ministry of Education and textbook publishers remain at an impasse over the subscription ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.26

Holiday Sales on the Island Expected to Be Positive, but Economic Uncertainty Remains: Local retailers are anticipating a strong holiday shopping season, with increased activity reported in recent weeks. However, the ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.25

Vientiane Achieves Significant Poverty Reduction: Vientiane, Laos - Vientiane has made remarkable strides in poverty reduction, with nearly the entire population now living above t ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2024.12.25

Mekong River Commission Opens Education Center and Launches One Mekong App in Laos: Vientiane, Laos – The Mekong River Commission (MRC) on December 23rd celebrated the opening of its new Education and Visitor ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.25

IMF Approves $1.2 Billion Loan for Egypt Amid Economic Challenges: Cairo - Egypt has secured a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a $1.2 billion loan under the Ext ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.25

Turkish Hotel Owner, Architect Sentenced for Deadly Earthquake Collapse: Adiyaman, Turkey - A Turkish court on Wednesday sentenced the owner and architect of a hotel that collapsed during last year's dev ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2024.12.25

Telegram Turns a Profit, Amidst Controversy: Telegram, the encrypted messaging app that has been both praised for its privacy features and criticized for its role in facilitat ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2024.12.25

South Korean Health Insurance Premiums Set to Rise: Seoul, South Korea – South Korean health insurance premiums are set to increase by an average of 7.5% next year, according t ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.25

Saudi Arabia, Iraq Seek to Boost Digital Ties, Explore AI Collaboration: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia and Iraq are set to strengthen their digital partnership, with both countries exploring joint ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2024.12.25

Finnish Unemployment Rises Sharply in November: Helsinki - Unemployment in Finland continued to climb in November, reaching 292,400 jobseekers, according to the Ministry of Econo ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2024.12.25

Abandoned Pilgrimage Dogs Find New Hope in Mexico City Adoption Drive: Mexico City, Mexico – Eight dogs abandoned during a recent pilgrimage to the Basilica of Guadalupe have found a new ray of h ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2024.12.25

Argos Group and Subsidiaries Recognized as Global Sustainability Leaders: Medellín, Colombia – Grupo Argos, Cementos Argos, and Grupo Sura have once again been included in the prestigious Dow ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2024.12.25