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2026-06-21 (Sun)

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Sino-South Korean Relations Thaw as Favorability Climbs Ahead of Presidential Visit
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Park Wan-suh’s Literary Sanctuary Reborn at Seoul National University
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Ecuador Anti-Government Protests Intensify, Foreign Ministry Issues 'Special Travel Advisory' – Heightened Safety Alert for Korean Residents

The Hidden Price of Conflict: The $132 Billion Economic Toll of the Iran-U.S. War on American Households

WASHINGTON — While the roar of fighter jets and the sirens of the Middle East conflict have dominated headlines, a parallel, silent battle has been unfolding in the wallets of American taxpayers

Why Gas Prices in South Korea Remain Above 2,000 Won Despite U.S.-Iran Cease-fire

Despite the recent breakthrough in the U.S.-Iran conflict and a subsequent drop in international oil prices, South Korean motorists are yet to see significant relief at the pump. As of the third week

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The "BTS Effect": How a K-Pop Mega-Event Transformed Busan’s Economy: The recent solo concert series by global icons BTS in Busan has proven that K-pop is not just a cultural phenomenon, but a potent engine for local economic revitalization. According to data from Orang

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President Lee Calls for Constitutional Reform of Election Commission Amid Controversy: Seoul – President Lee Jae-myung has ignited a significant political debate by proposing a “one-point constitutional amendment” to overhaul the National Election Commission (NEC), cit

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S. Korean Auto Industry Faces 'Triple Decline' in May, Despite Robust Growth in Eco-friendly Vehicles: SEOUL – South Korea's automotive industry experienced a rare "triple decline" in May, with production, exports, and domestic sales all recording year-on-year drops. According to

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Tragedy in LA: Police Shoot and Kill Pet Dog Mistaking Celebration for Distress Call: LOS ANGELES — A joyous celebration for the New York Knicks' NBA Championship victory turned into a horrific tragedy in Canoga Park, Los Angeles, on June 13, when a pet dog was shot and kille

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Fashion Runway Show 2026

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Let’s recycle the old blankets in Jeju Island’s closet instead of incinerating them.: [Global Economic Times] Jeju Special Self-Governing Province is the first in the country to implement a ‘used blanket circular economy pilot project’. Jeju Island signed a business agreem

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Navigating Genetic Testing: Understanding Your Hereditary Cancer Risk

Synthesis

Beyond the Propaganda: North Korea’s "Luxury" Food Display and the Reality of Growing Inequality

Business

JoongAng Ilbo Files for Workout Amidst Deepening Group-Wide Liquidity Crisis

Distribution Economy

KOSPI Hits Historic 9,300 Milestone as Market Cap Surpasses 8,000 Trillion Won

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Coffee Grounds in the Garden: A Natural Pesticide or a Risky Habit?

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Messaging Industry Pushes Back Against New Anti-Spam Regulations, Citing 'Inefficiency and Structural Flaws'

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Asking about the Future of ‘Hangeul City Ulsan’… Special Lecture by Novelist Kim Jin-myung to be Held

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Seoul City Council Proposes Ordinance to Expand Free Public Transit for Seniors to Buses

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Rediscovering a ‘World Where People Live’ 20 Years After the Hwang Woo-suk Scandal: A New Era of Science and Collective Intelligence

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'K-Medicine' Sweep Drives Foreign Medical Spending in Korea to Record High of 250 Billion Won

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Anthropic Officially Launches Seoul Office to Accelerate AI Expansion in Korea

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LS Cable & System Clinches Phase 2 of East Coast–Seoul HVDC Project, Solidifying National Grid Leadership

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[In-depth Report] The Islamic ‘Halal Barrier’ Just Around the Corner… The Silent Screams of K-Beauty SMEs

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Korea-EU Forge 'Digital Alliance' to Penetrate 450M Consumer Market, Expanding Economic Territory with $165M Investment

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Chungbuk Province Achieves $4.92 Million in Export Contracts at Thailand International Food Exhibition

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Taihan Cable & Solution Secures 140-Billion-Won Extra-High Voltage Power Grid Contract in Singapore, Proving Global Competitiveness

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The Changing Landscape of K-Beauty Jobs: Big Names Shrink as ODM and Beauty-Tech Firms Lead Growth

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Home Appliance Giants Pivot Toward Niche Markets to Drive Growth

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South Korea’s Permanent Jobs Shrink for First Time in 26 Years: A Severe Blow to the 2030 Generation

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LX Pantos Steps Up Safety for Partners, Supplying New Functional Workwear to 100 Cooperating Companies

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SK Chairman Chey Tae-won Proposes $7 Trillion Economic Integration Through Korea-Japan Alliance to Shift Toward a Low-Cost Structure

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Semis Move South: Samsung and SK hynix Poised to Announce Multi-Trillion Won Plants in Honam and Chungcheong

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1: [In-depth Report] The Islamic ‘Halal Barrier’ Just Around the Corner… The Silent Screams of K-Beauty SMEs

2: [Interview] From Radiant Actor to Warm Companion… Actor Han Ji-il’s Great Second Act of Life

3: SK Telecom Ramps Up AI Drive with New Investment in Anthropic

4: 'Hong Se-jin Medicine' Unveiled: Comprehensive Practical Guide on Bloodletting Therapy Published

5: Asking about the Future of ‘Hangeul City Ulsan’… Special Lecture by Novelist Kim Jin-myung to be Held

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Decoration of Power or Retreat of Democracy: Reflecting on the White House Banquet Hall Controversy

The Privatization of National Security and the Collapse of Constitutional Order: The Paradox of the 'Anti-State Forces' Framing and Judicial Punishment

The Wavering Blade of Power and Diplomatic Stalemate: A Warning Sign from America's Internal Strife

Overcoming the Fragility of Robot Firms is Prerequisite to the Flourishing of Physical AI

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AWS Launches 'AWS Continuum' to Bolster AI-Driven Cybersecurity Defense

AI Semiconductor Packaging Shifts Focus to 'Larger Footprints' and 'Advanced Thermal Management'

South Korea Spearheads Global Standardization for AI-Powered Smart Cities

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Fed Maintains Rates, But Shifts to Hawkish Stance Under Chair Warsh

Global Markets Rally on Middle East Peace Hopes; Tech Stocks Lead the Charge

NVIDIA Seeks $22 Billion Bond Issuance to Fuel AI Dominance

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