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Running Enthusiasts Jin Tae-hyun and Park Si-eun Celebrate Adopted Daughter's 5th Place Finish at National Sports Festival

SEOUL — Actor couple Jin Tae-hyun and Park Si-eun are celebrating a remarkable achievement by their adopted daughter, Han Ji-hye, who secured 5th place in the marathon event at the 106th Nationa
Jajangmyeon Rises in Popularity in North Korea Amid Push for Flour Consumption

PYONGYANG — Jajangmyeon, the popular noodle dish, is reportedly surging in popularity across North Korea, a trend believed to be linked to the government's recent initiative to encourage con

Master Rubbing Artist Venerable Heungseon Donates 1,143 Rubbings to National Museum of Korea, the Largest in History

SEOUL — The National Museum of Korea (NMK) announced on October 19, 2025, a momentous acquisition: a historic donation of 1,143 rubbings of epigraphs and other cultural artifacts from the revere

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Beagles: A Tech Startup Healing Hearts with AI: Seoul, South Korea – Beagles, a South Korean tech startup, is making waves in the mental health tech industry with its innov ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.01.01

South Korea to Ease Housing Regulations, Tighten Lending Rules in 2024: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea is set to implement a series of new real estate policies in 2024 aimed at easing the burden ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.01.01

Winter Chill Exacerbates Sciatica: What You Need to Know: As winter's icy grip tightens, many people find themselves battling aches and pains. One common complaint during colder months is ...; Desk 2025.01.01

South Korea Boosts Electric Vehicle Subsidies for Youth and Large Families in 2025: Seoul, South Korea – The South Korean government is set to expand its electric vehicle (EV) subsidy program in 2025, offerin ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.31

South Korea Boosts Parental Leave Benefits and Minimum Wage: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea is set to significantly enhance its parental leave benefits in 2025, according to a governm ...; Desk 2024.12.31

South Korea to Fully Implement High School Credit System and Expand After-School Programs: Seoul, South Korea – Starting next year, South Korean high school students will be able to choose and complete courses based ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.31

Chungnam Residents Report Increased Satisfaction with Quality of Life: A comprehensive survey conducted by the Chungnam provincial government has revealed a significant uptick in the overall satisfacti ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2024.12.30

South Korea Boosts Housing Support for Newlywed Couples with Newborns: Seoul, South Korea – In a bid to address the country's declining birthrate, the South Korean government has announced a sign ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.30

Hanmi Pharmaceutical Unveils New Hypertension Drug, Aiming to Revolutionize Treatment: Seoul, South Korea – Hanmi Pharmaceutical, a leading Korean pharmaceutical company, has announced the development of a groun ...; Desk 2024.12.29

South Korea Expands Access to Home Nursing and Improves Hospital Care: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare has announced significant reforms to its healthcare ...; Desk 2024.12.29

South Korea to Shorten Healthcare Pricing Review Cycle: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea’s Ministry of Health and Welfare announced today that it will shorten the review cycl ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.29

Disabled-Friendly Elevators Cause Delays for Seoul Subway Riders: Seoul, South Korea – A growing number of Seoul subway commuters are expressing frustration over the city's subway elevator s ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.29

South Korea's Housing Market Remains Unaffordable, Study Finds: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea's housing market continues to be a significant challenge for many, with a new government st ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.29

South Korea Sees Uptick in Heart Attacks and Strokes, Mortality Rates Rise: Seoul, South Korea – South Korea is grappling with a concerning rise in heart attacks and strokes, according to the latest d ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2024.12.29

A Taxi Driver's Legacy: Commemorating Kim Sa-bok, 40 Years After: Gwangju, South Korea – On December 19th, a commemorative Mass was held at Pungamunri Catholic Church in Gwangju to honor the ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.29

AI Pioneer Geoffrey Hinton Warns of Existential Threat from AI: Toronto, Canada – Geoffrey Hinton, a renowned computer scientist often referred to as the "Godfather of AI" and a recent Nob ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.29

Soaring Elderly Inheritance and Its Economic Implications: Seoul, South Korea – The aging population in South Korea has led to a surge in "elder-to-elder" inheritances, raising concer ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.29

Chinese National Arrested for Vicious Assault in Seoul; Five Others on the Run: Seoul, South Korea – A Chinese national has been arrested and five others are being sought by police after a violent assault ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.28

Italian Journalist Cecilia Sala Arrested in Iran, Faces Solitary Confinement: Rome, Italy - The Italian government has strongly condemned the arrest of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala in Iran, who is reported ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2024.12.28

Olivia Hussey, Eternal Juliet, Passes Away at 73: Olivia Hussey, the iconic actress best known for her ethereal portrayal of Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of "Romeo ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2024.12.28