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Seoul Metro to Ban Personal Mobility Devices and High-Capacity Lithium Batteries Starting July

SEOUL — Starting July 1, 2026, passengers will be prohibited from bringing personal mobility (PM) devices powered by lithium batteries and high-capacity lithium batteries into Seoul Metro statio
South Korea’s Bid for MSCI Developed Market Status Stalls Again

SEOUL — South Korea’s long-standing ambition to be reclassified as a "Developed Market" (DM) by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) has faced another setback. In its 20

President Lee Steps Up Regional Growth Blueprint, Putting AI and Chips at the Center

SEOUL — President Lee Jae-myung is set to hold a series of high-level meetings with the leaders of South Korea’s semiconductor giants, Samsung Electronics and SK Group, to finalize an ambi

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Cheonan City Aims to Restore Endangered Species Habitat: Yellow Iris to Flourish at Seongseong Lake Park: CHEONAN, South Korea – Cheonan City today announced a collaborative initiative to protect and restore endangered species, wi ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.18

Cheonan City Fosters Global Partnerships for Local Startups: Cheonan, South Korea – Cheonan City is actively connecting its burgeoning startup ecosystem with global enterprises, evidenc ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Cheonan City Offers 50% Property Tax Reduction for Multi-Child Households, Bolstering Birth Rates: Cheonan, South Korea – In a significant move aimed at combating the nation's declining birth rate and easing the financial b ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.18

Cheonan Prioritizes Economic Recovery with Comprehensive Support Package: Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do – The city of Cheonan is making the revitalization of its local economy its top priority, rolling ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Dogyega Hosts Inclusive Festival for People with Disabilities: Dogyega, South Korea – The Dogyega Disabled Persons Job Sharing Cooperative, with generous sponsorship from Black Valley Cou ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Samcheok City Launches Special Summer Environmental Pollution Crackdown: Samcheok, Gangwon Province – Samcheok City is taking proactive measures to safeguard its natural environment this summer by ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.18

Samcheok City Mobilizes Volunteer Disaster Prevention Teams for Intensive Flood Preparedness Ahead of Summer Rains: Samcheok, Gangwon Province – In a proactive move to safeguard its residents and infrastructure against the escalating threat ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Chungnam Provincial Council Bolsters Firefighter Preparedness and Sustainable Automotive Industry: Gongju, Chungcheongnam-do – The Chungnam Provincial Council's Construction and Fire Safety Committee (chaired by Ko Gwang-ch ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Taean International Horticultural Healing Expo Strengthens Global Outreach at Korea Expo in Paris: PARIS, FRANCE – The Organizing Committee for the 2026 Taean International Horticultural Healing Expo (TIHHE) recently conclu ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.06.18

Enhancing Expertise in Agricultural Safety: Chungnam Agricultural Research & Extension Services Boosts Disaster Response and Educational Specialization through Practical Training: CHUNGCHEONGNAM-DO – To bolster the capabilities of agricultural safety personnel, the Chungnam Agricultural Research & E ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Chungnam's Young Smart Farmers Reap "Hundred-Million Won" Incomes: CHUNGNAM PROVINCE, South Korea – Young farmers in Chungnam Province are achieving remarkable financial success through smart ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Unlicensed Acupuncturist Arrested in South Korea After 4-Year Scam Targeting Vulnerable Patients: JEJU, South Korea – A 70-year-old man has been apprehended and detained on charges of violating South Korea's Medical Servic ...; Desk 2025.06.17

NongHyup Officially Launches Halal Hanwoo in the Middle East, Eyeing Expanded Exports: DUBAI & ABU DHABI, UAE – NongHyup (National Agricultural Cooperative Federation) is making significant strides into the ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.06.17

Secure Phone Calls Fuel "Emperor Investigation" Controversy Around Former First Lady Kim Keon-hee: Seoul, South Korea – Revelations have emerged concerning former First Lady Kim Keon-hee's use of a secure, un-traceable phon ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.17

SPC Samlip Under Investigation Following Fatal Factory Accident, Recurring Safety Concerns Highlighted: SEOUL, South Korea – South Korean authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into SPC Samlip, a prominent confe ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.17

Special Prosecutor for First Lady Kim Keon-hee to Establish Office in Gwanghwamun KT Building: SEOUL – The independent counsel tasked with investigating allegations against former First Lady Kim Keon-hee is reportedly s ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.17

JP Morgan's Apparent U-Turn on Crypto: A Deep Dive into 'JPMD' and Market Dynamics: NEW YORK — In a significant development that could reshape the landscape of institutional engagement with digital assets, fi ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.17

13th Anniversary of the Curuguaty Massacre: Honoring Fallen Officers and Reflecting on Lessons Learned: On the 13th anniversary of the tragic bloodshed known as the "Curuguaty Massacre," which occurred on June 15, 2012, in the Curugua ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.17

Respiratory Illness Hospitalizations Surge, Health Authorities Issue Alert: ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay – Paraguayan health authorities have issued a nationwide epidemiological alert due to a sharp incr ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.06.17

Minimal Results Despite PYG 34 Billion Investment by Senabico to Combat Drug Addiction: Despite an investment of PYG 34 billion (approximately KRW 6.1 billion) from the national treasury to address Paraguay's drug addi ...; Desk 2025.06.17