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WestJet Sparks Outcry with Paid Recline Option on Economy Seats

CALGARY, AB—Canadian low-cost carrier (LCC) WestJet has ignited a fierce debate after confirming plans to convert the reclining function on some economy class seats into a paid option. This move
U.S. H-1B Visa Fee Hike: New $100,000 Charge Primarily Targets Overseas Applicants

SEOUL/WASHINGTON D.C. — The controversial $100,000 fee increase for the U.S. H-1B specialty occupation visa, announced last month, will primarily be imposed on new applicants residing outside th

NATO Deputy Secretary General Pledges to Strengthen Substantive Cooperation with South Korea, Including Defense Industry

SEOUL - Radmila Šekerinska, Deputy Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), announced her intention to strengthen substantive cooperation with South Korea, with a str

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South Korea Braces for Unpredictable 'Goblin Monsoon' Beginning Tomorrow: SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea is preparing for an unpredictable "Goblin Monsoon," set to begin across its central regions ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2025.06.18

Paraguayan Supreme Court Faces Pressure to Clearly Resolve Constitutional Violation Cases: The Paraguayan Supreme Court (CSJ) is facing strong pressure to provide clear and swift resolutions to significant cases identifie ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.06.18

Tougher Penalties for Juvenile Violent Crimes a Hot Topic in Paraguayan Senate: The Paraguayan Senate is in a heated debate over a bill that would significantly increase penalties for serious crimes committed b ...; Greace Nunez Correspondent 2025.06.18

Healthcare Benefits Flowing Down the River, Arriving in Puerto Rosario: Healthcare benefits have reached Puerto Rosario, a remote riverside town in Paraguay's San Pedro Department, flowing down the rive ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.06.18

11,000+ Students Receive Electronic Bus Tickets, Student Transportation Support Progressing Smoothly: ASUNCIÓN, PARAGUAY – The Paraguayan Ministry of Education and Science (MEC) announced on June 17 that 11,067 students ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.06.18

IPS Approves Nearly 2,000 Flu-Related Sick Leaves in First Half of June: Respiratory Illnesses Surge, Overwhelming Leave Applications: Paraguay's Social Security Institute (IPS) has approved nearly 2,000 flu-related sick leave applications in just the first half of ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.06.18

The Municipality of Asunción Issues Strong Warning Against Unauthorized Tree Pruning and Announces Free Training: The Municipality of Asunción is emphasizing the importance of protecting roadside trees and has issued a strong warning aga ...; Desk 2025.06.18

The Sad Reality: Urban Trees at Risk Due to ANDE's Poor Pruning: The indiscriminate pruning practices of the Paraguayan Electricity Administration (ANDE) are causing irreversible damage to countl ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.18

Cheonan City Aims to Restore Endangered Species Habitat: Yellow Iris to Flourish at Seongseong Lake Park: CHEONAN, South Korea – Cheonan City today announced a collaborative initiative to protect and restore endangered species, wi ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.18

Cheonan City Fosters Global Partnerships for Local Startups: Cheonan, South Korea – Cheonan City is actively connecting its burgeoning startup ecosystem with global enterprises, evidenc ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Cheonan City Offers 50% Property Tax Reduction for Multi-Child Households, Bolstering Birth Rates: Cheonan, South Korea – In a significant move aimed at combating the nation's declining birth rate and easing the financial b ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.18

Cheonan Prioritizes Economic Recovery with Comprehensive Support Package: Cheonan, Chungcheongnam-do – The city of Cheonan is making the revitalization of its local economy its top priority, rolling ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Dogyega Hosts Inclusive Festival for People with Disabilities: Dogyega, South Korea – The Dogyega Disabled Persons Job Sharing Cooperative, with generous sponsorship from Black Valley Cou ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Samcheok City Launches Special Summer Environmental Pollution Crackdown: Samcheok, Gangwon Province – Samcheok City is taking proactive measures to safeguard its natural environment this summer by ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.18

Samcheok City Mobilizes Volunteer Disaster Prevention Teams for Intensive Flood Preparedness Ahead of Summer Rains: Samcheok, Gangwon Province – In a proactive move to safeguard its residents and infrastructure against the escalating threat ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Chungnam Provincial Council Bolsters Firefighter Preparedness and Sustainable Automotive Industry: Gongju, Chungcheongnam-do – The Chungnam Provincial Council's Construction and Fire Safety Committee (chaired by Ko Gwang-ch ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Taean International Horticultural Healing Expo Strengthens Global Outreach at Korea Expo in Paris: PARIS, FRANCE – The Organizing Committee for the 2026 Taean International Horticultural Healing Expo (TIHHE) recently conclu ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.06.18

Enhancing Expertise in Agricultural Safety: Chungnam Agricultural Research & Extension Services Boosts Disaster Response and Educational Specialization through Practical Training: CHUNGCHEONGNAM-DO – To bolster the capabilities of agricultural safety personnel, the Chungnam Agricultural Research & E ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Chungnam's Young Smart Farmers Reap "Hundred-Million Won" Incomes: CHUNGNAM PROVINCE, South Korea – Young farmers in Chungnam Province are achieving remarkable financial success through smart ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.18

Unlicensed Acupuncturist Arrested in South Korea After 4-Year Scam Targeting Vulnerable Patients: JEJU, South Korea – A 70-year-old man has been apprehended and detained on charges of violating South Korea's Medical Servic ...; Desk 2025.06.17