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Geoje, Still Scarred by Flood Damage, Receives 'Chuseok Warmth' from Across the Country Over 2 Billion Won Donated Since Disaster; 380,000 Items Worth 1.1 Billion Won in Relief Supplies

"We will not forget the precious hearts of volunteers who sent donations and supplies from all over the country and visited the site in person to lend a hand, and we will do our utmost in recove
Merchants Create Their Own Festival… Chilgok Seokjeok-ro Riverside Merchants Association Promotes Alley Commercial District

The Seokjeok-ro commercial district in Chilgok-gun, designated as a neighborhood-type shopping district, is set to attract residents with a festival centered on local stories. As the first event wher

Incheon Queer Culture Festival to Be Held on October 17... "The City Must Withdraw Its Appeal Regarding Plaza Litigation"

The Incheon Queer Culture Festival Organizing Committee announced its plan to hold the 9th annual festival next month, urging the Incheon Metropolitan Government to withdraw its appeal in the ongoing

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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

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