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6223 Future Forum, Guest Speaker Kim Jin-myung… Ulsan Dreams of Leaping into a Future Cultural City through the Spirit of Hangeul

(C) 6223 Future Forum The '6223 Future Forum,' a key organization proposing future policies for Ulsan, successfully held its second seminar of 2026 under the theme "Listening to the Fut
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

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Landmark Supreme Court Rulings Hold State Accountable for Samcheong Education Corps Atrocities: SEOUL – In a significant victory for victims of the notorious Samcheong Education Corps, South Korea's Supreme Court has iss ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.04.28

Private Sector Joins Forces to Expand Heat Relief Centers Across South Korea: SEOUL, South Korea – In a proactive move to combat the anticipated severe heatwaves this summer, the South Korean government ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.28

Paju City to Sue Activists Over Surprise North Korea Leaflet Drop: PAJU, South Korea – Paju City, a border region with North Korea, has announced its intention to sue and file criminal charge ...; Desk 2025.04.28

Long-Ruling Sika Deer on Anma Island Declared 'Harmful Wildlife' as Government Acts on Ecological Crisis: ANMA ISLAND, SOUTH KOREA - Decades of ecological disruption and agricultural devastation caused by an out-of-control population of ...; KIM YOUNG MIN 2025.04.28

Fierce Competition for Busan Public Sector Jobs as Application Numbers Soar: Busan, South Korea – The allure of public sector employment in Busan remains strong, as evidenced by the intensely competit ...; Desk 2025.04.28

Voice Phishing Scams in South Korea Surge, Targeting Older Demographics: A concerning surge in voice phishing (phone-based financial fraud) has been reported in South Korea during the first quarter of 20 ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2025.04.28

South Korea Mandates Bi-Annual Safety Inspections for Motorcycles, Introduces Tuning Checks: In a move to enhance road safety and regulate modifications, South Korea has implemented mandatory bi-annual safety inspections fo ...; Kim Sungmoon Reporter 2025.04.28

SK Telecom Faces Mass USIM Replacement After Hack, Limited Supply Sparks Concern: SEOUL, South Korea - South Korean telecommunications giant SK Telecom is scrambling to replace the USIM cards of its 23 million su ...; Desk 2025.04.28

SK Telecom Faces Logistical Nightmare After USIM Hack Affects 25 Million Users: SEOUL, South Korea - SK Telecom, the leading mobile carrier in South Korea, is scrambling to contain the fallout from a recent hac ...; Desk 2025.04.28

Paraguayan Indigenous Community Connects to the Digital World with Free WiFi Project: The Sawhoyamaxa indigenous community of the Enxet tribe, located in Pozo Colorado, Presidente Hayes region of Paraguay, is experie ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.04.28

Bill Proposed to Sanction Unfair Communication Fee Hikes… Expectations for Enhanced Consumer Protection: A recently proposed bill is drawing significant attention as it aims to curb the practices of telecommunication companies that rai ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.04.28

Paraguay River Flood Warning: Asunción on High Alert: As the potential risk of the Paraguay River overflowing looms, the Paraguayan capital, Asunción, has entered a state of hig ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.04.28

Singapore Faces Mounting Debt Crisis Due to Combined Romance and Investment Scams, Exceeding 1.5 Trillion Won in Damages and Emerging as a Social Problem: Singapore is grappling with a sharp increase in online fraud, which has become a serious social issue. In particular, a combinatio ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.04.27

Controversy Over "Foreign Interference" Intensifies Ahead of Singapore General Election, Reaffirming Principle of Separation of Religion and Politics: As Singapore approaches its general election, the controversy surrounding foreign interference is intensifying. Masagos Zulkifli, ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.04.27

Singapore General Election Imminent: Voting Procedures and Voter Guide: As Singapore approaches its General Election on May 3rd, approximately 2.75 million voters are expected to participate. This figur ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.04.27

Car-Free Streets Transform into Vibrant Festival Grounds in Jeju City: On April 26th, the "Car-Free Street Walking" festival unfolded in the old downtown area of Jeju City, drawing an estimated 12,000 ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.04.27

The Relentless Battle Against the Blaze: A Look at the Inje Wildfire and Korea's Wildfire Preparedness: The early morning light filtering through the rugged terrain of Inje County offered a glimmer of hope as forest authorities announ ...; KIM YOUNG MIN 2025.04.27

Discover the Coastal Charms of Oido: A Blend of History, Nature, and Culture Beckons Visitors: Siheung, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea – Nestled along the coast of Siheung City in Gyeonggi Province, Oido Island presents a cap ...; Kim Sungmoon Reporter 2025.04.27

Jebu Island: A Unique Tidal Paradise Offering Natural Beauty and Coastal Delights: Hwaseong, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea - Nestled off the coast of Hwaseong in Gyeonggi Province, Jebu Island stands as a captiva ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.27

Incheon Jung-gu Promotes Smoke-Free Tourism at Wolmido and Chinatown with No-Smoking Campaign: INCHEON, SOUTH KOREA – In a proactive effort to enhance the visitor experience and promote public health, Incheon Jung-gu (d ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.04.27