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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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Special Counsel Probes Alleged Mass Membership of Unification Church Members in People Power Party Ahead of National Convention: SEOUL – The special counsel team led by Prosecutor Min Joong-ki has confirmed a mass sign-up of Unification Church members i ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.21

Seoul's "River Bus" Project Sinks Amidst Public Apathy: SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — A high-profile urban transport project meant to revolutionize commuting in Seoul is facing an uncertain ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.19

Jeju Stone Wall Building Designated as Intangible Cultural Heritage... A Challenge for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Too: Jeju Province announces that "Jeju Stone Wall Building," a traditional construction method using stones, will be designated as a J ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.09.19

Chairperson Lee Jin-sook of the Korea Communications Commission Sent to Prosecution on Embezzlement Allegations: Chairperson Lee Jin-sook of the Korea Communications Commission (KCC) has been sent to the prosecution on charges of embezzlement. ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.19

S. Korean PM Orders "Strong Action" on Anti-China Protests: SEOUL — South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min-seok has issued an urgent and firm directive to the nation’s police force, ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.19

North Korea Unveils New "Geumseong" Suicide Drones, Signaling Strategic Military Advancements: PYONGYANG - In a significant move to project military strength, North Korea has officially revealed the final, operational version ...; Desk 2025.09.19

South Korea Launches New ₩400 Billion Aid Package to Bolster Steel Exports Amidst U.S. Tariffs: POHANG, South Korea — In a proactive move to mitigate the severe impact of escalating U.S. tariffs on its crucial steel sect ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.19

Special Prosecutor Links 120,000 Party Members to Unification Church List: A special prosecutor's team investigating allegations against First Lady Kim Keon-hee has reportedly secured a list of People Powe ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.19

Beware of Illegal "Miracle" Weight-Loss Drugs: Brussels, Belgium — The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has issued a strong warning about the alarming increase in the sale ...; Shin Yeju Intern Reporter 2025.09.19

Unresolved Questions Linger in KT Payment Fraud Case: The arrest of two Chinese nationals in connection with the recent KT mobile payment fraud has provided some answers, but significa ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.19

U.S. States Scramble to Retain Korean Investment Amid Visa Crackdown: In a concerted effort to prevent a flight of capital, several U.S. states are actively courting Korean companies following a conte ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.19

Lotte Card Apologizes for Major Data Breach, Pledges Full Compensation: Lotte Card CEO Cho Jwa-jin issued a public apology Thursday after a cyberattack exposed the personal information of nearly 3 milli ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.19

UAE Becomes First Country to Formally Recognize Korean Medicine Practitioners: DUBAI—The United Arab Emirates has officially become the first nation to establish a formal licensure category for Korean Me ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.17

Kwon Seong-dong Arrested for Receiving 100 Million Won from Unification Church... Prosecution Cites "Concern over Evidence Destruction": Rep. Kwon Seong-dong of the People Power Party has been arrested on charges of receiving 100 million won from Yoon Young-ho, the f ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.17

Chile's 'Academic Achievement Bonus' Payment Status for 2025: SANTIAGO, Chile — The Chilean government will once again disburse the 'Bono Logro Escolar' (Academic Achievement Bonus) in 2 ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.09.16

A Fall of Astronomy, Chile's Sky Is in Danger: The Atacama Desert in northern Chile, home to the clearest and purest skies in the world, is where world-class observatories like ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.09.16

Operación Triunfo Principal Supports Eurovision Boycott if Israel Participates: BARCELONA — Noemí Galera, the principal of the Spanish reality TV show "Operación Triunfo" (OT), has personall ...; Shin Yeju Intern Reporter 2025.09.16

North Korea Expands Death Penalty for Contact with 'Hostile Nation' Information: According to a UN report, North Korea has significantly expanded its criteria for the death penalty over the past decade, intensif ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.16

2025 Daejeon Master Craftsman and Artisan Exhibition to Be Held for Four Days Starting September 17: The exhibition hall at Daejeon Artists' House is filled with works imbued with the soul of artisans. The City of Daejeon is holdin ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.09.16

Daejeon City Opens 'Re-Challenge & Innovation Campus' to Support Start-ups, Providing a Stepping Stone for Revival: A new space of hope for start-ups that have overcome failure and are getting back on their feet, the 'Re-Challenge & Innovatio ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.09.16