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60-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison for Killing Wife Immediately After Restraining Order Expired

An appellate court has upheld a heavy prison sentence for a man in his 60s who brutally murdered his wife just one week after his court-ordered restraining order expired. The ruling highlights critica
K-Innovation Hits Record High: Over 27,000 Public Ideas Flood the ‘Everyone’s Idea’ Project

DAEJEON, South Korea — In a historic display of civic engagement and creative fervor, the Korean public has submitted a record-breaking number of innovative solutions to address national challen

LG Uplus Employees Extend Helping Hand to Visually Impaired Family in Medical Crisis

SEOUL — In a heartwarming display of corporate social responsibility, LG Uplus announced on April 16 that it has donated 5 million won to support a visually impaired household facing an urgent m

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Democrats Push to Pass 'Judicial Reform Bill,' Including Expanding Supreme Court Justices to 30, Before Chuseok: The Democratic Party of Korea has announced its goal to pass a judicial reform bill, which includes increasing the number of Supre ...; Desk 2025.08.13

I will translate the provided Korean text into English. I will ensure the translation is accurate and maintains the original tone and context.: The U.S. State Department’s 2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices have raised concerns about restrictions on press ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.13

A million foreign talents can drive 6% GDP growth: KCCI report says increasing registered foreigners is key to economic revitalization.: According to a report titled "Analysis of the Economic Effects of Attracting Foreign Citizens," co-researched by the Korea Chamber ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.13

North Korean Hacker 'Kimsuky' Computer Hacked... Evidence of Infiltration into South Korean Government and Businesses Found: A working computer belonging to a hacker from the North Korean hacking organization 'Kimsuky' has reportedly been infiltrated by e ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.13

The arrest of Kim Keon-hee and the start of a new phase in the special counsel investigation: a comprehensive probe into alleged government interference: The special counsel team, led by Special Prosecutor Min Joong-ki, has successfully secured an arrest warrant for Kim Keon-hee, off ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.13

TASHU Bicycles, Cotton Candy, and a Kkumdori Keyring! Unique Booths at the Daejeon 0 O'Clock Festival Gain Attention: A unique experiential booth utilizing Daejeon's public bicycle service, Tashu, is gaining significant popularity at the 2025 Daeje ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.12

"ON:CHUNGNAM" Finale Lights Up Boryeong Mud Festival, Showcasing the Present State of Local Music Creation: On August 9th and 10th, the Boryeong Mud Festival, Korea's representative summer festival, was filled with the heat of music. The ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.08.12

2025 Daejeon 0-si Festival Attracts 870,000 Visitors in First Three Days, Setting a New Record: The unprecedented success of the 2025 Daejeon 0-si Festival was driven by unusually cool weather in early August and an increase i ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.12

Korea and Vietnam Forge Stronger Strategic Ties: SEOUL – In a meeting that underscored the deepening relationship between the Republic of Korea and Vietnam, Prime Minister K ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.12

East Asian Agricultural Ministers Reconvene After Seven-Year Hiatus to Confront Regional and Global Challenges: Incheon, South Korea—Agricultural ministers from South Korea, China, and Japan convened in a landmark meeting today, marking ...; Desk 2025.08.11

Statistics Korea Seeks 29,828 Field Staff for 2025 Census: Statistics Korea announced on Monday, August 11, that it is recruiting 29,828 field staff to conduct the 2025 Population and Housi ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.11

South Korea and Vietnam Enhance Cooperation in Energy and Supply Chains: SEOUL – South Korea and Vietnam have agreed to significantly expand their cooperation in the fields of industry, supply chai ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.11

DAEJEON CITY CONFIRMS FIRST JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS MOSQUITO OF THE YEAR ‘Warning to be Cautious of Mosquito Bites’: The Daejeon Institute of Health and Environment has issued a special warning to citizens after confirming the first 'Culex tritaen ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.08.10

Daejeon City and Nanjing City Forge Friendship Through International Sports Exchange: Daejeon and Nanjing City in China are actively continuing their exchange through the '2025 Daejeon-Nanjing International Sports In ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.08.10

Korea Faces Colon Cancer Crisis; Early Screening Urged: South Korea is grappling with a significant public health challenge, holding the unenviable distinction of having the highest colo ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.08

Prosecution's Efforts Intensify Ahead of Kim Keon-hee's Arrest Warrant Hearing: SEOUL – The special prosecutor's office is intensifying its efforts to prove the necessity of arresting First Lady Kim Keon- ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.08.08

The Rising Cost of Car Insurance: The Culprit is Insurance Fraud: A recent report by Hana Financial Research Institute titled "Insurance Fraud, the Main Culprit of My Rising Premiums" highlights a ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.08

Migrant Worker Critically Injured in Electrocution at POSCO E&C Site: GWANGMYEONG, GYEONGGI-DO — A tragic incident at a POSCO E&C construction site in Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi-do, has once agai ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.08

Number of Patients Reporting Abnormal Symptoms After a Back Pain Procedure at a Gangneung Medical Facility Rises to 22: GANGNEUNG — An investigation is underway at a medical facility in Gangneung, South Korea, following a reported cluster of in ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.08

Gyeongju and Mungyeong Tapped as New Pilot Education Development Zones, Boosting Regional Education and Economy: Gyeongju and Mungyeong, key cities in Gyeongsangbuk-do, have been newly selected as 'Pilot Education Development Zones,' a signifi ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.08