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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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Melania Trump Becomes AI Ambassador, Launches Nationwide 'AI Challenge' for Students: WASHINGTON — Melania Trump, the wife of President Donald Trump, has taken on a new role as the spokesperson for a White Hous ...; Sharon Yoon Correspondent 2025.08.27

Incheon's Island Tourism Boom Raises Concerns Over Environmental Strain: INCHEON – A recent policy to reduce ferry fares has led to a dramatic surge in tourism to Incheon’s islands, with visi ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2025.08.26

Sinkhole Swallows Truck Wheel on Incheon Sidewalk: INCHEON — A small truck narrowly avoided a serious accident yesterday after a section of a sidewalk collapsed in Gyeyang-gu, ...; Shin Yeju Intern Reporter 2025.08.26

Russian National Sentenced for Mass Trafficking of Women to Entertainment Venues: SEOUL — A South Korean court has issued a stark warning against human trafficking and illegal employment by handing down a t ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.26

South Korea Unveils Sweeping "De-plastic Roadmap" to Tackle Waste Crisis: Seoul — In a bold move to combat the nation's mounting plastic waste crisis, South Korea's government, led by the Ministry o ...; KIM YOUNG MIN Specialized Reporter 2025.08.26

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Birth Rate in South Korea Projected to Rise for Second Consecutive Year: For the second year in a row, South Korea is expected to see an increase in its birth rate, a trend largely driven by a significan ...; Shin Yeju Intern Reporter 2025.08.26

Camping, an encounter with nature at the Paraguay Rally: With the World Rally Championship (WRC) taking place in Itapúa, Paraguay, hotel demand has surged, and camping has emerged ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.08.22

Surge in Digital Platform Use Among Minors, Urgent Need for Stronger Legal Protections: New legislation is being drafted to protect minors in the digital environment. This is a move by the government to shield children ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.08.22

Bucheon City Weaves Art and Mental Wellness, Empowering Youth to Find Their Inner Courage: BUCHEON – In an innovative effort to foster mental wellness and emotional expression among its youngest residents, Bucheon C ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.22

Ex-Presidential Candidate with 17 Convictions Arrested on New Fraud Charges: SEOUL – Song Jin-ho, a former independent presidential candidate, has been placed under arrest and detention on charges of i ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.22

Former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo Reverses Testimony in Martial Law Probe, Faces Imminent Arrest: SEOUL — In a dramatic twist to the ongoing investigation into the "December 3 illegal martial law" case, former Prime Minist ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.22

South Korea Takes Bold Step to Secure Youth's Financial Future: SEOUL—In a proactive move to address the looming crisis of youth pension insecurity, the South Korean government is set to l ...; Desk 2025.08.22

Daejeon Zero O'Clock Festival Sheds 'No-Fun City' Moniker, Becomes Representative Korean Festival with 2.16 Million Visitors: The 2025 Daejeon Zero O'Clock Festival has successfully concluded, attracting 2.16 million visitors. The downtown area of Daejeon ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.08.21

Geopolitical Tensions Flare as Nepal Reasserts Sovereignty Over Disputed Territories: KATHMANDU — In a decisive move that underscores escalating geopolitical tensions in the Himalayas, Nepal’s Ministry of ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.08.21

Indonesia's Stock Market Surges as BI's Fourth Rate Cut Fuels Property and Consumer Rally: JAKARTA – In a move that sent a wave of optimism across the Jakarta Stock Exchange (BEI), Bank Indonesia (BI) unexpectedly a ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.08.21

President Lee Commits to Backing Businesses, Strengthening Global Competitiveness at Inaugural Ceremony: SEOUL – In a grand ceremony that symbolically replaced his official inauguration, President Lee Jae-myung has outlined a vis ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.20