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Nexon Revamps Signature Youth Coding Competition into AI-Driven 'Nexon Young Programmers Cup'

SEOUL, South Korea — Nexon, a global pioneer in the gaming industry, officially announced on June 4 that it has opened applications for its newly rebranded and completely restructured programmin
President Lee Assures 'Zero Tolerance' for Corruption, Outlining Vision for South Korea as an 'Irreplaceable Global Leader'

SEOUL — President Lee Jae-myung declared on Wednesday a stern, uncompromising stance against corruption and illegal financial gains, asserting that South Korea will transform into a thoroughly t

Premature 'Victory Celebration' on City Hall Display Sparks Outrage and Allegations of Election Interference in Taebaek

TAEBAEK, South Korea — A major political scandal has erupted in the city of Taebaek, Gangwon State, after an electronic billboard inside the municipal city hall prematurely displayed a graphic c

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South Korea Launches Second Round of 'Consumer Coupons' to Boost Domestic Spending: The South Korean government is set to begin the second phase of its "Livelihood Recovery Consumer Coupon" program on September 22n ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.13

Rep. Kwon to Face Arrest Warrant Hearing, Judge Who Detained Ex-President Yoon to Preside: SEOUL—Rep. Kwon Seong-dong of the People Power Party is set to face a critical arrest warrant hearing on September 16, as he ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.13

‘Free at Last’: Korean Workers Greet Families, Recount ICE Ordeal: INCHEON — Eight days after being taken into custody during a U.S. immigration crackdown in Georgia, 316 South Korean workers ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.12

19 Minors Arrested in $5 Million Phishing Scheme, Police Warn Against Selling Accounts: UIJEONGBU – A sophisticated cybercrime ring that allegedly purchased online accounts from teenagers to carry out phishing sc ...; Desk 2025.09.12

Cho Kuk's Appeal for Reinstatement of Former Spokesperson Kang Mi-jeong Rejected Amidst Party Strife: SEOUL – The former spokesperson for the Cho Kuk Innovation Party, Kang Mi-jeong, has firmly rejected a public appeal from pa ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.12

People Power Party Lawmaker Kwon Seong-dong to Face Arrest Warrant Hearing on Illegal Political Funds Charges: SEOUL – People Power Party lawmaker Kwon Seong-dong is scheduled to appear before the Seoul Central District Court on Septem ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.12

Korea Grapples with Escalating Suicide Rates: 22nd Consecutive Year at the Top of the OECD: Seoul, South Korea - South Korea is once again facing a tragic and sobering reality: for the 22nd consecutive year, the nation hol ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.12

South Korea's COVID-19 Hospitalizations Soar into September, Marking 10-Week Surge: SEOUL - South Korea is grappling with a prolonged resurgence of COVID-19 as the number of hospitalized patients continues to climb ...; Desk 2025.09.12

KTO Launches 'Golden' Autumn Campaign to Attract Foreign Tourists: The Korea Tourism Organization (KTO) has announced the launch of a special autumn travel campaign, "Golden," aimed at showcasing S ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.12

'2025 Peak Time Festival' to Be Held in Cheonan, Co-Hosted by Cheonan City and Chungcheongnam-do: CHEONAN – The '2025 Peak Time Festival,' a nationwide youth festival, is set to take place on September 19 at the outdoor la ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.09.12

La estafa cibernética a gran escala golpea al Banco Ueno: una organización criminal es detenida tras robar 300 millones de guaraníes.: El alcance de uno de los mayores fraudes financieros en la historia de Paraguay se está revelando. Una organización ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.09.12

El exárbitro de la Premier League, David Coote, acusado de posesión de pornografía infantil: El exárbitro de la Premier League inglesa, David Coote (43), ha sido acusado de posesión de pornografía infan ...; Desk 2025.09.12

Paraguay's President Justifies Support for Israel: A Mandate from the People: Asunción, Paraguay - President Santiago Peña of Paraguay has strongly defended his government's steadfast support fo ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.09.10

An infant was injured by a stone thrown by a chimpanzee at a zoo in China, sparking concern among visitors.: According to the Chinese newspaper Chengdu Daily on the 9th, an article was shared on Chinese social media (Weibo) about a family ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.09.10

“The Judiciary, Public Prosecutor's Office, and Political Sphere Have Been Captured and Subordinated”: Ester Roa, a lawyer and social activist, strongly criticizes Paraguay’s current judicial system, stating that it has been co ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.10

Bridge of Integration: Border Control Facilities Completed, Opening Imminent: On September 8, 2025, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña officially announced the completion of the border control faciliti ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.09.10

The 21st Encarnación Book Fair: A Successful Fusion of Reading and Art: The 21st Encarnación Book Fair, "Reading is Hope," concluded successfully on the 8th in the city of Encarnación, Par ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.09.10

Ñacunday National Park's 'Guapoy' Tree, a Finalist for "Giants of the Earth": A massive 'Guapoy' tree located in Ñacunday National Park in Alto Paraná, eastern Paraguay, has been selected as a f ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.09.10

Daejeon City Promotes Integrity with 'ACTIVE Integrity Festival' Ahead of Chuseok Holiday: Daejeon, South Korea – Daejeon City is holding an 'ACTIVE Integrity Festival' from September 1 to 26 to promote a culture of ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.09.09

A Hundred Days of Joy: Daejeon Mayor Celebrates Triplets' Milestone: DAEJEON — Daejeon Mayor Lee Jang-woo hosted a special celebration on Tuesday for triplet sisters who recently reached their ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.09.09