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Chungbuk Demonstrates Competitiveness as an International MICE City for AI and Robotics

Chungbuk is strengthening its competitiveness as an international MICE city by combining future industries, such as AI and robotics, with cultural tourism. The Chungbuk Cultural Foundation announced
Ansan City Pay-as-You-Throw Trash Bag Abandoned in Japan Sparks Controversy in Kamikochi

A growing controversy has erupted after a large quantity of garbage, contained inside an official 20-liter pay-as-you-throw trash bag bearing the logo of Ansan City, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, wa

MINISTRY OF EMPLOYMENT AND LABOR DIRECTS IMMEDIATE EXPANSION OF REST FACILITIES AT GIMPO AIRPORT AFTER UNANNOUNCED HEATWAVE INSPECTION

SEOUL — South Korea’s Minister of Employment and Labor, Kim Young-hoon, conducted an unannounced safety inspection at Gimpo International Airport on August 8 to evaluate working conditions

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Daejeon, KAIST, Chungnam National University, and Bio Healthcare Association Join Forces to Nurture Physician-Scientists: (C) Daejeon Metropolitan City DAEJEON—Daejeon Metropolitan City has officially partnered with three key institutions&md ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.11.07

Kim Keon-hee Faces Dior Gift Allegation Amid Presidential Residence Favoritism Probe: (C) Malai Mail SEOUL — South Korea’s Special Counsel investigating allegations against former First Lady Kim Keon-h ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.11.07

From Five-Star Luxury to Priceless Warmth: British YouTuber Finds the 'World's Cheapest' Hotel in Pakistan Superior: (C) GNT TV PESHAWAR, Pakistan — A British travel YouTuber has sparked an online sensation by championing a humble, budget ...; Shin Yeju 2025.11.07

South Korea Tightens 'Decaf' Labeling Rules Amid Consumer Sleeplessness: SEOUL—South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) is moving to enact stricter standards for 'decaffeinated' coffee ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.11.07

Mother Suspected of Trafficking 12-Year-Old Daughter for Sexual Exploitation in Japan: (C) asahi.com Tokyo, Japan – Japanese authorities are currently investigating a shocking case of suspected human traffick ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.11.07

Good Neighbors Hosts 3rd International Development Cooperation Forum: Focusing on Localization and Community-Led Development: SEOUL — Good Neighbors, a global NGO specializing in children's rights, announced today the upcoming "3rd Good Neighbors Int ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.11.06

Submerged Living: UK Firm Unveils 'Vanguard' Underwater Habitat: MIAMI, FL — A new era of deep-sea exploration is dawning with the unveiling of Vanguard, a revolutionary subsea human habit ...; Shin Yeju 2025.11.05

Common Diabetes Drug Shows 'Surprising Results' in Halting Parkinson's Progression: A widely used diabetes medication may offer a novel avenue for inhibiting the onset and progression of Parkinson's disease, accord ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.11.05

Fatal Drunk Driving Incident Sparks International Concern: Seoul Accident Highlights South Korea's Severity Problem: (C) Grok Image A tragic drunk driving incident in the heart of Seoul has drawn sharp criticism from Japanese media, highlightin ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.11.04

Seoul ₩80,000, Busan ₩600,000: 466 Individuals Sent to Prosecution for Illegal Taxi Operations at Incheon Airport: (C) Incheon Metropolitan Police Agency INCHEON, South Korea – Police have apprehended organized groups operating illegal ta ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.11.03

Influencer Breaks Silence: 200,000-Subscriber Mukbang YouTuber Alleges Sexual Assault by Taxi Driver: 200,000-Subscriber Mukbang YouTuber Alleges Sexual Assault by Taxi Driver (C) Pixabay SEOUL — A prominent South Korean m ...; Desk 2025.11.03

Weekly Cheese Consumption Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk in Older Adults: Weekly Cheese Consumption Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk in Older Adults (C) Pixabay A recent longitudinal cohort study from ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.11.03

E-Mart Launches 'Suneung Daebak Prayer' Sale to Boost Student Morale: SEOUL — E-Mart, a leading South Korean retailer (KRX: 139480), has announced a major promotional event to support students p ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.11.02

Tech Titans Forge 'Kkanbu' Alliance Over Korean Chimaek: SEOUL, South Korea — In an unexpected display of corporate camaraderie and strategic alignment, Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.10.31

South Korea-Japan Leaders Pledge to Strengthen ‘Future-Oriented Cooperation’: Summary President Lee and PM Takaichi Hold First Summit in Gyeongju… United on Developing Shuttle Diplomacy Takaichi Emphas ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.10.31

White House Spokesperson's K-Beauty Haul Goes Viral After Visit to Gyeongju: SEOUL/GYEONGJU, South Korea — Caroline Leavitt, the youngest White House spokesperson, has added a touch of personal flair t ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2025.10.30

South Korea's Business Leaders to Meet Xi Jinping: Strengthening Supply Chains in Key Future Industries: SEOUL/GYEONGJU, South Korea – South Korea’s most influential business magnates are set to hold a high-stakes meeting w ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.10.30

U.S. Defense Giant Lockheed Martin Arms Sea Drones with Missiles, Tomahawk Integration Planned: WASHINGTON D.C. — Global defense giant Lockheed Martin announced a strategic investment of $50 million in leading sea drone ...; Hannah Yeh Reporter 2025.10.30

Nationwide Celebrations for Hanwoo Day: The 'Korean Beef Eating Day' Event: SEOUL, South Korea—The National Hanwoo Association has announced large-scale nationwide events to celebrate 'Hanwoo Day' (Ko ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2025.10.29

KDI School Ranks Third in Global Korea Scholarship Evaluation: The KDI School of Public Policy and Management (KDI School) announced it achieved the 3rd highest ranking among 88 universities na ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.10.29