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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
Naver Suspends Election Comments to Combat Cyberbullying and Misinformation Ahead of June Polls

Naver, South Korea’s leading web portal and dominant news aggregator, announced on Thursday a series of stringent measures to overhaul its comment ecosystem. The move comes in preparation for th

Lotte Town Myeongdong Lights Up with 'Welcome Light' to Greet Global K-Pop Fans

SEOUL — The heart of Seoul’s shopping district is glowing in shades of purple this week. Lotte Department Store announced on Thursday that it will host a spectacular lighting display title

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"Increase of 100 Single-Person Households Creates 27 Local Jobs: Boosting Service Consumption": (C) NOVAsia A recent study reveals that the rise of single-person households is driving demand for lifestyle-related services a ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2026.01.29

Koreans Living in Fear Amid U.S. Immigration Crackdown: "Being Asian is a Risk": (C) PBS ST. PAUL, MN – The suburban quiet of Minnesota has been replaced by a chilling atmosphere of anxiety. For the Korea ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.01.29

Korean Residents Association of Brazil Provides Free Medical Services to 40 People in First Outreach of 2026: On January 24th, from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM, the Korean Residents Association of Brazil (President: Kim Bum-jin) held its first free ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.29

Korean Cultural Center in Germany Showcases Cultural Stage Combining Hansik and Hallyu at Berlin’s "Grüne Woche": | Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Germany, Lim Sang-beom, delivering welcoming remarks. (C) Korean Cultural Center in Germa ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.27

Digital Diplomacy on the Rift: Germany to Host Tri-Nation LoL Tournament for Korea and Japan: (C) See Thru SEOUL — In a landmark move that blends high-stakes competitive gaming with international relations, the Germ ...; Desk 2026.01.26

Billionaire Exodus: Don Hankey Flees California for Nevada Amid $400 Million Wealth Tax Threat: LAS VEGAS – The skyline of the Las Vegas Valley has a new resident, and the California Treasury has a massive potential hole ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.01.26

Nobel Laureate Demis Hassabis Cautions Against AI Overinvestment: "A Correction May Be Coming": (C) Businees Insider LONDON — Demis Hassabis, the co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind, has warned that the staggering l ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2026.01.26

Non-Incorporated "Shincheonji" Receives Billions in Tax Exemptions for $30M Temple Complex: (C) MBC CHANGWON, South Korea — Shincheonji Church of Jesus, a controversial religious group that has failed to obtain of ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.26

Prosecutors Under Fire After Seized Bitcoin Vanishes Due to Alleged "Phishing": (C) Sunday Times The Gwangju District Prosecutors' Office is facing intense scrutiny following the disappearance of a significa ...; Desk 2026.01.26

NTS Launches Probe into Mega-Bakery Cafes Used as ‘Tax Havens’ for Wealthy Inheritors: SEJONG — The National Tax Service (NTS) announced on the 25th that it has launched a specialized investigation into large-sc ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.01.26

“Giving Blood for a Dub-Chewy”: Blood Centers Across Korea Launch Viral Dessert Giveaways Amid Winter Shortage: (C) The Star SEOUL – As South Korea faces a critical dip in blood reserves due to freezing temperatures and a widespread ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2026.01.25

Gwangju Buk-gu District to Offer Up to 900,000 Won in Paternal Leave Subsidies: (C) Buk-gu District Office of Gwangju Metropolitan City GWANGJU – In a proactive move to foster a more inclusive child-re ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.01.25

Freezing Temperatures Persist in Seoul: 37 Water Meter Bursts Reported Overnight: (C) Youtube SEOUL – Sub-zero temperatures continue to grip the South Korean capital, causing dozens of water meter failur ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.25

Samsung Chairman Lee Issues Urgent Warning: "No Room for Complacency; This is Our Last Chance": (C) The New Daily SEOUL — Amid a significant rebound in semiconductor earnings, Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong h ...; Desk 2026.01.25

National Morning Lows Plummet to -18°C: Weekend 'Deep Freeze' to Persist: (C) JTBC The Korean Peninsula is bracing for what is expected to be the most severe cold wave of the season. According to the K ...; KIM YOUNG MIN Specialized Reporter 2026.01.23

Nana Counterattacks with ‘False Accusation’ Lawsuit Against Home Invader Amid Claims of Secondary Victimization: (C) Koreaboo SEOUL – Singer and actress Nana (Im Jin-ah) has officially filed additional charges of false accusation agai ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.23

Gumi City to Open Nakdong River Secondary Campground on the 24th: (C) The Dyrt Gumi City, North Gyeongsang Province, has announced the official opening of the "Nakdong River Secondary Campgroun ...; Desk 2026.01.22

Cat Triggers House Fire via Microwave: Surge in Pet-Related Fires Sparks Urgent Safety Warning: (C) People.com DAEJEON – A residential fire caused by a cat activating a microwave has put pet owners on high alert, high ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.01.22

"Starting Married Life in a Hanok"... Seoul's Long-term Rental Hanoks Hit 300-to-1 Competition Rate: (C) Wise The dream of living in a serene, traditional Korean house (Hanok) in the heart of Seoul has ignited a fierce competiti ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2026.01.22

South Korea Extradites 73 Fugitives from Cambodia via Chartered Flight: (C) Ministry of Justice SEOUL — In an unprecedented move to combat transnational organized crime, the South Korean govern ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.22

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