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South Korean Golfer Park Sung-hyun's Triumphant Return to Form at the Portland Classic: PORTLAND, Oregon - After a six-year hiatus from the top 10, South Korean golfer Park Sung-hyun, 31, made a remarkable comeback at ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.18

LPGA Portland Classic: Akie Iwai Secures Victory, Joining Sister Chisato as a 2025 Tour Champion: PORTLAND, Ore. – In a historic moment for women's golf, Japan's Akie Iwai won the LPGA Standard Portland Classic on Sunday, ...; Eunsil Ju Reporter 2025.08.18

South Korean Police Crack Down on 'Fixie' Bicycles: SEOUL — The National Police Agency of South Korea has announced a major crackdown on fixie bikes, a popular type of bicycle ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.18

Seoul Cracks Down on Unsanitary Restaurants Amid Summer Heat: SEOUL — The Seoul Metropolitan Government has revealed that it inspected 1,985 restaurants during the high-risk summer seaso ...; Desk 2025.08.18

South Korean Industries Brace for Impact as US Expands Steel Tariffs: Washington, D.C. - The U.S. government has expanded its Section 232 tariffs on imported steel and aluminum products, a move that i ...; Sharon Yoon Correspondent 2025.08.18

Ho Chi Minh City Embraces a New Wave of the Korean Language: The 29th World Korean Language Oratory Contest Successfully Concludes: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — On August 14 (local time), the 29th World Korean Language Oratory Contest was successfully held ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.18

Billionaire Speeding Fine in Switzerland Sparks Debate over Justice and Income-Based Penalties: GENEVA – A recent traffic violation in Switzerland has captured international attention, not for the speed of the car, but f ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.16

Thai Actress Appointed Border Center Spokesperson, Sparks Controversy: BANGKOK — In a move that has both captivated and divided the nation, Thailand has appointed a former beauty queen and renown ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.16

From the Streets to the Finish Line: A Drunken Detour Becomes a Life-Altering Journey: RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil – What began as a disoriented, drunken impulse for a homeless man in Brazil has unexpectedly evolved ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.08.16

"K-wave's Next Chapter: A Global Gold Rush Challenges South Korea's Creative Dominance": LOS ANGELES – The global fanfare for the Netflix film "K-pop Demon Hunters" (often stylized as "Kedeheon" in South Korea) ha ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.16

Burger King Fined ₩300 Million by Fair Trade Commission for Forcing Franchisees to Use Specific Cleaning Products and Tomatoes: SEOUL — BKR Co., the operator of the fast-food brand Burger King, has been fined ₩300 million by the Korea Fair Trade Commis ...; Desk 2025.08.16

LA Korean Education Center - Gyeongbuk Office of Education, Korean Culture Class Training Successfully Held in the U.S.: The LA Korean Education Center (Director Kang Jeon-hoon) and the Gyeongsangbuk-do Office of Education (Superintendent Lim Jong-sik ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.14

First Lady's Influence-Peddling Scandal: Gifts for Positions: SEOUL — A scandal of unprecedented scale is unfolding, alleging that First Lady Kim Keon-hee received millions of dollars in ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.14

China's "Robot Olympics" Showcases Leap in AI and Humanoid Technology: BEIJING – The world is watching as Beijing hosts its first-ever "Robot Olympics," a four-day event from August 14-17 that is ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.14

Mokpo MBC to Host 'Da-eoullim Singing Contest' for Foreigners... Creating a Space of Harmony with Korean Pop Songs: Yeongam, Jeollanam-do - A festival where foreigners residing in Korea can showcase their talents through Korean pop songs and enjo ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.08.13

AI Care Robot Rescues Suicidal Senior, Highlighting the Future of Elder Care: DAEJEON — An artificial intelligence (AI) care robot, nicknamed "Kkumdori" ("Dreamy"), has been credited with saving the lif ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.08.13

Jeju Island Launches Reusable Container Delivery Service to Combat Single-Use Waste: JEJU – Jeju Island is taking a significant step towards sustainability with the official launch of its reusable container de ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.13

Ex-Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun Accused of Bypassing Military Chain of Command: SEOUL — A special prosecution team investigating the December 3rd state of emergency has reportedly uncovered evidence sugge ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.13

A Journey Through Time: Gyeongju's Fashionable Way to Explore History: Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom, is renowned for its rich historical sites and cultural heritage. However, a ne ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.13

Gyeongju’s Traditional Markets Thrive, Blending History with Modern Revitalization: GYEONGJU — Gyeongju, the ancient capital of the Silla Kingdom, is renowned for its historical sites, but a deeper sense of i ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.13