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2026.03.22 (Sun)
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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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South Korean Supermarkets Hail Success of 'Living Coupons,' Push for Permanent System: SEOUL — The Korean Supermarket Cooperative Federation (KSCF) has reported overwhelming success with the initial distribution ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.20

Gangneung's Night Markets Emerge as Major Tourist Attractions, Revitalizing the Local Economy: GANGNEUNG—Night markets are lighting up the city of Gangneung, drawing large crowds of residents and tourists and bringing a ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.18

South Korean Police Crack Down on 'Fixie' Bicycles: SEOUL — The National Police Agency of South Korea has announced a major crackdown on fixie bikes, a popular type of bicycle ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.18

Seoul Cracks Down on Unsanitary Restaurants Amid Summer Heat: SEOUL — The Seoul Metropolitan Government has revealed that it inspected 1,985 restaurants during the high-risk summer seaso ...; Desk 2025.08.18

LA Korean Education Center - Gyeongbuk Office of Education, Korean Culture Class Training Successfully Held in the U.S.: The LA Korean Education Center (Director Kang Jeon-hoon) and the Gyeongsangbuk-do Office of Education (Superintendent Lim Jong-sik ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.14

First Lady's Influence-Peddling Scandal: Gifts for Positions: SEOUL — A scandal of unprecedented scale is unfolding, alleging that First Lady Kim Keon-hee received millions of dollars in ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.14

Ex-Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun Accused of Bypassing Military Chain of Command: SEOUL — A special prosecution team investigating the December 3rd state of emergency has reportedly uncovered evidence sugge ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.13

Polar Researchers Identify Natural 'Cooling' Mechanism in the Arctic: SEOUL — The Korea Polar Research Institute (KOPRI) has announced the discovery of a natural feedback mechanism in the Arctic ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.08.13

Fighting the Drunk: Firefighter Activity Disruption Is on the Rise: Disruptions to the on-site activities of Seoul firefighters are an annual occurrence, and eight out of ten perpetrators are intoxi ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.13

Democrats Push to Pass 'Judicial Reform Bill,' Including Expanding Supreme Court Justices to 30, Before Chuseok: The Democratic Party of Korea has announced its goal to pass a judicial reform bill, which includes increasing the number of Supre ...; Desk 2025.08.13

I will translate the provided Korean text into English. I will ensure the translation is accurate and maintains the original tone and context.: The U.S. State Department’s 2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices have raised concerns about restrictions on press ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.13

A million foreign talents can drive 6% GDP growth: KCCI report says increasing registered foreigners is key to economic revitalization.: According to a report titled "Analysis of the Economic Effects of Attracting Foreign Citizens," co-researched by the Korea Chamber ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.13

North Korean Hacker 'Kimsuky' Computer Hacked... Evidence of Infiltration into South Korean Government and Businesses Found: A working computer belonging to a hacker from the North Korean hacking organization 'Kimsuky' has reportedly been infiltrated by e ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.13

The arrest of Kim Keon-hee and the start of a new phase in the special counsel investigation: a comprehensive probe into alleged government interference: The special counsel team, led by Special Prosecutor Min Joong-ki, has successfully secured an arrest warrant for Kim Keon-hee, off ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.13

TASHU Bicycles, Cotton Candy, and a Kkumdori Keyring! Unique Booths at the Daejeon 0 O'Clock Festival Gain Attention: A unique experiential booth utilizing Daejeon's public bicycle service, Tashu, is gaining significant popularity at the 2025 Daeje ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.12

"ON:CHUNGNAM" Finale Lights Up Boryeong Mud Festival, Showcasing the Present State of Local Music Creation: On August 9th and 10th, the Boryeong Mud Festival, Korea's representative summer festival, was filled with the heat of music. The ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.08.12

2025 Daejeon 0-si Festival Attracts 870,000 Visitors in First Three Days, Setting a New Record: The unprecedented success of the 2025 Daejeon 0-si Festival was driven by unusually cool weather in early August and an increase i ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.12

Korea and Vietnam Forge Stronger Strategic Ties: SEOUL – In a meeting that underscored the deepening relationship between the Republic of Korea and Vietnam, Prime Minister K ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.12

East Asian Agricultural Ministers Reconvene After Seven-Year Hiatus to Confront Regional and Global Challenges: Incheon, South Korea—Agricultural ministers from South Korea, China, and Japan convened in a landmark meeting today, marking ...; Desk 2025.08.11

Statistics Korea Seeks 29,828 Field Staff for 2025 Census: Statistics Korea announced on Monday, August 11, that it is recruiting 29,828 field staff to conduct the 2025 Population and Housi ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.11