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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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Microsoft Launches Initiative to Boost AI Literacy for Korean Educators: SEOUL – Microsoft has announced a new initiative to enhance the AI capabilities of K-12 educators in South Korea, following ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.24

Seoul Launches Driverless Shuttle Service in City Center: SEOUL – The Seoul Metropolitan Government officially launched its first regular autonomous shuttle service, the Cheonggye A0 ...; Desk 2025.09.24

Becal Supports the Dream of Studying Abroad: A bold challenge for the future begins. The "Carlos Antonio López National Scholarship Program (Becal)," supported by the P ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.09.23

Floating Hospital Ship, Paraguay's 'Moving Hospital,' Provides Medical Aid to Riverside Villages: The floating hospital ship 'Capitán Ingeniero Carlos Cubas,' which navigates the Paraguay River, has completed its fifth me ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.09.23

'Child Sexual Assault, Consent is Invalid': Prosecutor Vivian Coronel Emphasizes the Culture of Silence and Solutions for Child-Targeted Sexual Crimes: The issue of child sexual assault in Paraguay has reached a serious level. Experts say that a change in social awareness and insti ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.23

A Celebration of Youth, Asunción's 'Fiesta Guasu': Palma Street, in the heart of Asunción, Paraguay, was filled with youthful energy and vibrant colors. Last Sunday, the 'Fie ...; Desk 2025.09.23

Giant trees in Paraguay are recognized as 'Paraguayan Heritage': The gigantic trees standing tall in the Chaco and Concepción regions of Paraguay are being recognized as 'Paraguayan Herita ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.23

Five Paraguayan students to pursue master's degrees with Turkish government scholarships: Five female students from Paraguay will fulfill their dream of studying in Türkiye through the Turkish government's 'Becas T& ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.23

Fitch Maintains Uruguay's 'BBB' Rating; Economic Strengths and Risks Coexist: On September 22, 2025, Fitch maintained Uruguay's credit rating at 'BBB' with a 'stable' outlook. This means that Uruguay is class ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.09.23

Unification Church Head Han Hak-ja Arrested in Growing Corruption Scandal: SEOUL—In a dramatic turn for the Unification Church, its leader, Han Hak-ja, was arrested on Tuesday, a pivotal moment in th ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.23

APEC Summit: Gyeongju Hosts, but Seoul Poised to Be the Stage for Crucial Bilateral Talks: SEOUL—As the ancient city of Gyeongju prepares to host the 2025 APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in late October, a curious de ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.22

South Korean 'Yong Hyung-nim' Crime Ring, Based in Thailand, Busted for Romance Scams and 'No-Show' Fraud: SEOUL—Twenty-five members of the 'Yong Hyung-nim' (meaning 'Dragon Brother's Company') crime ring, a voice phishing organiza ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.09.22

Korean Government to Dramatically Increase Penalties for Personal Data Leaks: SEOUL—The South Korean government is set to significantly raise fines for personal data breaches, tying penalties directly t ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.22

S. Korea Aims to Leverage U.S. Visa Fee Hike for Talent Recruitment: SEOUL — The South Korean Presidential Office has issued a directive to government ministries, urging them to capitalize on t ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.09.22

South Korea: Gangneung's Drought Crisis Eases as Reservoir Levels Recover: GANGNEUNG, South Korea—In a major relief for the city of Gangneung, the water level of the crucial Obong Reservoir has recov ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.22

Han Hak Ja Moon, Unification Church Leader, Appears in Court for Detention Hearing in a Wheelchair: SEOUL—Han Hak Ja Moon, the leader of the Unification Church and the focus of the so-called "political-religious collusion sc ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.22

President Lee Jae-myung Pushes for 'Smart and Elite Military' Amidst Defense Shifts: President Lee Jae-myung is calling for a major overhaul of the South Korean military, pushing for a move away from traditional, pe ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.09.21

U.S. H-1B Visa Fee Hike Threatens International Students and Tech Industry: WASHINGTON D.C. — The U.S. government has enacted a dramatic increase in the application fees for the H-1B specialty occupat ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.09.21

The U.S. is raising its ESTA fee to almost double, from ₩30,000 to ₩60,000.: The U.S. Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) fee will almost double starting at the end of this month. According to the U.S. Customs and B ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.21