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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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NongHyup Officially Launches Halal Hanwoo in the Middle East, Eyeing Expanded Exports: DUBAI & ABU DHABI, UAE – NongHyup (National Agricultural Cooperative Federation) is making significant strides into the ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.06.17

Secure Phone Calls Fuel "Emperor Investigation" Controversy Around Former First Lady Kim Keon-hee: Seoul, South Korea – Revelations have emerged concerning former First Lady Kim Keon-hee's use of a secure, un-traceable phon ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.17

SPC Samlip Under Investigation Following Fatal Factory Accident, Recurring Safety Concerns Highlighted: SEOUL, South Korea – South Korean authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into SPC Samlip, a prominent confe ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.17

Special Prosecutor for First Lady Kim Keon-hee to Establish Office in Gwanghwamun KT Building: SEOUL – The independent counsel tasked with investigating allegations against former First Lady Kim Keon-hee is reportedly s ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.17

JP Morgan's Apparent U-Turn on Crypto: A Deep Dive into 'JPMD' and Market Dynamics: NEW YORK — In a significant development that could reshape the landscape of institutional engagement with digital assets, fi ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2025.06.17

13th Anniversary of the Curuguaty Massacre: Honoring Fallen Officers and Reflecting on Lessons Learned: On the 13th anniversary of the tragic bloodshed known as the "Curuguaty Massacre," which occurred on June 15, 2012, in the Curugua ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.17

Respiratory Illness Hospitalizations Surge, Health Authorities Issue Alert: ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay – Paraguayan health authorities have issued a nationwide epidemiological alert due to a sharp incr ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.06.17

Minimal Results Despite PYG 34 Billion Investment by Senabico to Combat Drug Addiction: Despite an investment of PYG 34 billion (approximately KRW 6.1 billion) from the national treasury to address Paraguay's drug addi ...; Desk 2025.06.17

Proba-3 Successfully Photographs Solar Corona with Artificial Eclipse: Opening New Horizons in Solar Research: The European Space Agency (ESA)'s Proba-3 mission has successfully created an artificial solar eclipse, capturing clear images of ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.06.17

Lee Jae-myung Administration's Blueprint Takes Shape: State Affairs Planning Committee Kicks Off with Ministry Briefings: SEOUL, South Korea – The State Affairs Planning Committee (SAPC), tasked with meticulously crafting the Lee Jae-myung admini ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.06.16

South Korea's Special Prosecutors Gear Up for High-Stakes Probes: SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea is abuzz as three high-profile special prosecutor teams rapidly assemble their investigativ ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.16

President Lee Jae-myung Embarks on Diplomatic Debut at G7 Summit in Canada: President Lee Jae-myung, accompanied by First Lady Kim Hye-kyung, departed for Canada aboard Air Force One on the afternoon of Jun ...; Desk 2025.06.16

Mastermind of Korea's Largest Illegal Pornography and Prostitution Ring Apprehended in Ecuador After Four-Year Manhunt, Extradited to South Korea: DAEJEON, South Korea – June 16, 2025 – After an extensive four-year international pursuit, the alleged mastermind behi ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.16

Samcheok City Successfully Hosts 'Pungnyu Festival' to Revitalize Traditional Liquor Manufacturing: SAMCHEOK, South Korea – Samcheok City, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage, successfully host ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.16

Samcheok Accelerates National Geopark Certification, Highlighting Geological Heritage: SAMCHEOK, South Korea – Samcheok City is intensifying its efforts to achieve National Geopark certification, drawing renewed ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.16

Daejeon City and Armed Forces Nursing Academy Collaborate on Veterans Park Cleanup: DAEJEON, South Korea – In a heartfelt tribute to the nation's heroes during "Hoguk Bounui Dal" (Patriots and Veterans Month) ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.16

Cheonan Hosts 77th Chungnam Citizens' Sports Festival with Historic Hydrogen Torch Lighting: Cheonan, South Korea – The 77th Chungnam Citizens' Sports Festival officially commenced in Cheonan, South Korea, with a grou ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.06.16

Gyeongju Reaffirms UNESCO Global Geopark Status on Environment Day: Gyeongju, South Korea – The ancient city of Gyeongju, globally recognized for its rich natural heritage, once again undersco ...; Desk 2025.06.16

Tragic Fatality at Gyeongju's Obongsan Mountain: Hiker Falls from Madangbawi While Taking Photos: Gyeongju, South Korea – A scenic outing turned tragic on June 15th when a 60-year-old hiker, identified only as Mr. A, plung ...; Desk 2025.06.16

KEPCO Joins Forces with Gyeongju City and Gyeongsangbuk-do Province for Successful APEC 2025 Summit: Gyeongju, South Korea – Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) has officially partnered with Gyeongsangbuk-do Province and G ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.06.16