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Missing Jeju woman's death exposes police failures as Korea weighs unprecedented investigative power shift Related Article What happened to Jang Mi-ran? What happened to the officer who closed Jang's case? Could there be more victims? Why does the timing matter?

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King Sejong Institutes look beyond language to build bridges between Korea and the world From Korean Wave to deeper ties New direction, broader vision

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For this Dominican beauty magazine manager, Korea is a beautiful place to innovate

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As dog meat ban nears in Korea, canines still require rescue Related Article Dog meat soup alley quiet during final boknal season before government ban takes effect Let them eat goat: Gov't to boost local production with dog meat ban Villagers seek apology over false dog slaughter claims The lucky 3 percent The law, and its ticking clock What the closure numbers hide The farmers' catch-22 Bridging gaps From panic selling to $1,000 per dog Blind spots in enforcement Shift to black goat

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Independence activist Ahn Jung-geun's final prison calligraphy unveiled Related Article

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Son Heung-min scores in shootout to keep LAFC's knockout hope alive at Leagues Cup Related Article

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Beyond the court: Korean university basketball finds new connections with continental league Korean teams on the Asian stage Building a continental stage for college sports Exchange beyond the court Looking ahead: Starting with Korea

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'American dream' becomes nightmare as U.S. visa uncertainties unsettle Korean students Related Article A growing chilling effect across campus Rethinking where to go, and who can still afford to A harder calculus for male students What's confirmed, and what's still just talk

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Challenges greet President Lee upon return as approval sinks below 50 percent (KOR) Related Article This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Challenges greet President Lee upon return as approval sinks below 50 percent Related Article This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Preparing for the 3 million foreign resident era (KOR) Related Article This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Real estate policies fuel housing anxiety and punitive taxation (KOR) Related Article Lee's approval rating falls for second consecutive week: Poll Property divide leaves more employed Koreans in their 30s living with parents Parliamentary speaker clarifies second term for sitting president 'not up for discussion' This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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The military academy lost in 'Purple Clouds' (KOR) The military academy lost in 'Purple Clouds' (KOR) Related Article This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Preparing for the 3 million foreign resident era Preparing for the 3 million foreign resident era Related Article

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Real estate policies fuel housing anxiety and punitive taxation Real estate policies fuel housing anxiety and punitive taxation This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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The military academy lost in 'Purple Clouds' The military academy lost in 'Purple Clouds' Related Article Lee wants an integrated military academy. What does that mean for South Korea's future defense and security? Daejeon mayor sees unified national military academy as major step forward for city This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Paper crafts to carbon markets: A Russian entrepreneur's sustainability journey in Korea Related Article Malaysian content manager of Korean cosmetics firm on the beauty of chasing your dreams Creating jobs, changing perceptions: A Chinese professional's insights on Korea's social sector

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Why the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal is unlikely to expand South Korea's nuclear rights Different scales, different stakes A calculated hedge Tied at the Hill Separating power from proliferation

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Unesco World Heritage Centre director urges preservation of Jongmyo amid development dispute

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Additional Korean tidal flats inscribed on World Heritage list

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After 20 years on the move, a school for children with North Korean backgrounds gets a permanent home Related Article A quiet wish from North Korean defector youths Children of North Korean defectors born in third countries face discrimination, legal blind spots Young defector dreams of being on the silver screen Not in my backyard From cattle to classrooms A different kind of student

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For Lee Dong-wook, action is more than a genre — it's a new acting tool

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With Unesco opening ceremony, director Won Il wanted a 'pure dish' to serve up heritage

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K-Heritage House travels through time, with technology and analog mastery

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Unesco-listed Ulsan petroglyphs captivate heritage experts, but preservation challenge remains

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A tap, a kiss and careful choreography: In North Korea's succession drama, Kim Ju-ae is heir and accomplice [A STUDY OF KIM JONG-UN 13] Dressed for power From white puffer to leather coat A royal drama, Pyongyang edition

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Delayed graduations, visa troubles: International students cite university support failures Related Article Korean universities race to attract international students but fail to retain them

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Mongolia's ambassador sees Lee visit opening new 'golden era' in Seoul-Ulaanbaatar ties Q. This will be President Lee's first trip to Mongolia, and a Korea leader's first state visit there in 15 years. How did it come about? What's on the agenda? Why is Mongolia positioning itself as a partner in critical minerals and rare earths specifically? The Second National Cancer Center is a flagship medical initiative leveraging Korean expertise. What concrete progress has been made ahead of the summit? You mentioned environment is also on the agenda. What's the main initiative there? What role can Mongolia play in easing tensions on the Korean Peninsula? Mongolia is often floated as a potential venue if U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong-un were to meet again. What's your reaction to that speculation? Given Mongolia's position between Russia and China, how do you explain its "Third Neighbor" foreign policy? Multilateralism has become a real buzzword lately, but some argue that it doesn't work anymore. Does this affect how Mongolia, as a small country, approaches its overall diplomacy? Where do you see the deepest cultural connections between Mongolia and Korea? What are the characteristics of Mongolian food? Horseback racing is considered a universal experience for most Mongolian kids growing up. What about your own experience? What's your favorite Korean dish?

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Dinosaur expert seeks to redefine Unesco's role at this year's heritage committee A turning point Beyond palaces and royal tombs

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'The Korean Table' tells the 3,000-year story behind today's global K-food boom

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Episode 10: I'd still go to Itaewon that day — an ode to staying alive and remembering To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. What changes after a disaster Sewol ferry disaster Why I decided to write this series I am still living with PTSD This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Episode 9: Four years later, October is still the cruelest month To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. The meaning behind feeling safe Why social healing is needed Sewol ferry disaster April 19 Revolution The Second Battle of Yeonpyeong The long road to recovery This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Iconic 'Walking Buddha' makes Korea debut in landmark exhibit of treasures from Thailand Related Article When the idea is the artwork: MMCA opens exhibition of Korean conceptual art A new generation of Korean ballet takes the stage National Museum of Korea, Uffizi Galleries sign MOU on collection exchanges, restoration cooperation This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Vassal no more: Kim Jong-un's body language with Xi, Putin says he's one of the big boys now Related Article

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TWS brings every shade of youth to sold-out KSPO Dome debut Related Article

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Progressives blame Yoon Suk Yeol for North Korea's hostility. But the enmity goes back further. A hostile turn The turning point A disappearance of conciliatory language This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Absence makes the heart grow fonder, but for conscripted stars, reminders don't hurt Related Article Dreaded 'gunbaekgi' period for K-pop boy bands isn't so bad anymore Park Ji-hoon plays an Army chef on TV, but hopes to become a real-life Marine in 2027 Army antics: What did the BTS members get up to during military service?

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Living with PTSD: A reporter's story after Itaewon Episode 8: Minesweeping through triggers, healing through help and confrontation To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. The switch that sends me back to the past Warning The powerful trigger of the Jeju Air crash Jeju Air crash Editor's Note If triggers cannot be avoided, what can we do? See a professional Know your triggers Face the trigger This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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To Readers To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. Episode 7: Running, giving, surviving: How I fought PTSD one day at a time Living with PTSD The art of failing meditation Keeping myself moving Simple ways to calm your mind at home Donating money to ease guilt Jeju Air crash This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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The Gold Pig Restaurant: Korean BBQ joint of the stars

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From speed skater to diplomat: Norway's ambassador to Korea delves into seafood strategy, Arctic research Related Article Q. In January, Norway selected Hanwha Aerospace's Chunmoo multiple rocket launcher system over U.S. and European competitors. What drove that decision? Does this signal a structural shift toward a genuine strategic partnership rather than a transactional purchase? Korea has been an Arctic Council observer since 2013. How does Norway evaluate that engagement? Korea is Norway's second-largest seafood market in Asia. What explains why Norwegian seafood has become so embedded in Korean diets? What Norwegian seafood products are you working to introduce to Korean consumers next? The bypass of Siberian airspace since Russia's invasion of Ukraine has added hours and cost to cargo flights from Europe. How is the Norwegian seafood trade adapting? Norway consistently tops global democracy rankings. Korea is currently facing political polarization and debating trust in institutions after a turbulent election season. What is Norway's experience? How is the rise of AI changing the challenge of protecting democratic trust? You were a national junior champion in speed skating before entering diplomacy. How did that transition come about? What sports do you enjoy in Korea? What Korean food have you discovered since arriving?

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How Kim Jong-un used Covid quarantine and propaganda to tighten control in North Korea From heir to power center, Ju-ae emerges From peace and development to loyalty and control How Kim's definition of prosperity changed Less talk of Pyongyang, more focus on Hwasong District Russia dependence looms This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Episode 6: 'Time passed, so move on'? One psychiatrist says Korea still has a long way to go. To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. Sewol ferry disaster Knowing that I have support Jeju Air crash An insensitive society toward trauma What if social support were institutionalized? This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Episode 5: Small gestures that help and words to avoid for those living alongside PTSD To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. The loving naggers Emotional allies Words that deepen the wound This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Episode 4: Working through the emotional aftermath as a survivor To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. Breaking down for the first time Living with PTSD The emotional aftermath of PTSD Warning Guilt Fear Anxiety Depression and helplessness Anger This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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ONF reveals more of its 'Self' on latest release Related Article ONF opens door to new chapter with 'ONF: MY Self' — in pictures Boy band ONF signs contract with agency KI Entertainment ONF to drop second part of its new full-length album on June 17

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Over 76 years, this Namdaemun diner has mastered the art of Korean oxtail soup

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For some lawyers, AI sounds the death knell. For others, it breathes new life into work. This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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'The conversation just dies': LGBTQ+ students reflect on life on Korean campuses Not hostility but silence Dorm selection issues Safe zones, but limited reach Institutional support

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More than a gesture: Kim Jong-un's mannerisms after Hanoi summit collapse point to a humiliated, more wary leader Behavioral habits Anxiety from youth Singapore signals Changed tendencies

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Drone swarms, missile strikes and worse: Kim Jong-un may apply lessons from Ukraine war to Korean Peninsula This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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ARMY turns Busan into a BTS birthday bash, but poor concert logistics puts a damper on some of the festivities Related Article BTS turns Busan concert into heartfelt homecoming as fans rise, sing and relive group's return together In Busan, the BTS show started long before the stadium lights went on 'Welcome to ma city': BTS puts Busan on K-pop's tour map

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BTS turns Busan concert into heartfelt homecoming as fans rise, sing and relive group's return together

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In Busan, the BTS show started long before the stadium lights went on Related Article Busan turns purple for BTS and ARMY — in pictures HYBE formally apologizes for delay during 1st night of BTS's 'Arirang' world tour in Busan 'Welcome to ma city': BTS puts Busan on K-pop's tour map

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Intense rivalry spawns caviar-topped yukhoe gimbap at Gwangjang Market Related Article Popular character Hirono finds a permanent home with a themed store in Gwangjang Market A match made in Hallyu: Contemporary and classic combinations of Korean cuisine Soak up the vibe as you sip on specials at this Gwangjang Market Starbucks

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Episode 3: The importance of engaging in your own treatment To Readers My very first visit What happened during my first appointment My second first visit The key to treatment: me How to find a good psychiatrist

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Living with PTSD: A reporter's story after Itaewon Episode 2: Suffocating in the silence of my own denial To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. Reliving the moment Hiding the medication I was not alone From denying to accepting myself Healing starts with acceptance This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Episode 1: Trapped in the past, diseased in quiet To Readers Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022. The beginning The night of Oct. 29, 2022 Warning This is what PTSD is like? This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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With new EP 'TR.EE,' GOT7's Jay B finds growth in struggle with his own sound Related Article GOT7's Yugyeom selected as 'spring crush' by fans on K-pop voting platform GOT7's Jackson Wang to release 2nd solo album 'MagicMan 2' in July GOT7's Jay B opens his 'archive' with first full solo album

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Jang's call for a revote draws backlash (KOR) This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Xi's Pyongyang visit raises security concerns (KOR)

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Jang's call for a revote draws backlash

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Xi's Pyongyang visit raises security concerns Related article Xi, Kim pledge to open 'new chapter' of strategic coordination, support for core interests during summit Xi gets red-carpet welcome in Pyongyang with state ceremony at Kim Il Sung Square U.S. State Department repeats Trump, Xi's shared goal of denuclearizing North Korea This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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Korea is aging alone. A Yakult delivery woman can be a lifeline for isolated older adults. Making the rounds When the door stays shut Bridging isolation with connection

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More than a platform for K-pop fans: Weverse helps Japanese artists expand their global reach Related Article K-pop generations collide, connect at 2026 Weverse Con Festival K-pop star-studded Weverse Con Festival draws largest crowd since its launch Your favorite local artists' Korean gig isn't really about Korea

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The president's economic perception that the high exchange rate is temporary and the jeonse housing crunch is natural (KOR) Related article Kospi plunges as Broadcom shock-triggered 'Black Monday' erases more than $390B in value Weak won, high oil prices and rate hike concerns weigh on Korean businesses This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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'Welcome to ma city': BTS puts Busan on K-pop's tour map 'Welcome to ma city' K-pop tours, not really K anymore Busan turns into BTS's city

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Foreigners are flocking to Korea's national parks, but with adventure comes risk

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Lunchflation puts the squeeze on Seoul restaurateurs as margins collapse, customers flee Related Article Why investors are fleeing the won Won sinks to 28-year low against dollar amid Iran war, foreign stock selling Gov't to utilize tariff-rate quotas and reserve releases to tackle lingering inflation

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North Korea's rural factory push fades after ribbon-cuttings, satellite data shows Lights that follow Kim Ribbon-cutting, then darkness Lights move with the propaganda

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The president's economic perception that the high exchange rate is temporary and the jeonse housing crunch is natural Related article Kospi plunges as Broadcom shock-triggered 'Black Monday' erases more than $390B in value Weak won, high oil prices and rate hike concerns weigh on Korean businesses This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.

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For the disabled, public art spaces remain largely out of reach amid accessibility limitations

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Nvidia to support gigawatt-scale computing infrastructure for SK, Naver

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For the disabled, public art spaces remain largely out of reach amid accessibility limitations

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BoyNextDoor opens the door to its 'Home' as it closes its first chapter

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Bright lights, red city: North Korean leader Kim keeps Pyongyang lit while the rest of the country remains in darkness

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Xi's Pyongyang visit tests denuclearization hopes

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Can the 'BTS effect' and K-culture fandom do for Korea what anime and games did for Japan?

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Huang's Korea tour showcases Korea's rise from Nvidia supplier to physical AI partner

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Jensen Huang meets Korean tech titans over grilled pork — in pictures

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Paju AI data center at heart of LG U+'s $3.3 billion order push

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Boy band TWS to release World Cup anthem to cheer on national football team

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Credit scoring needs a data sovereignty revolution

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Korea and Canada announce broad range of energy, mineral and defense deals, with Hanwha at the center

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Who is fueling retail investors' greed?

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Time to design a Korean system of governance

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Can free AI for everyone be sustained?

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Token anxiety and the hidden cost of control in the AI era

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Additional Korean tidal flats likely to join Unesco World Heritage list next month

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Public verdict for the People Power Party: Reform conservatism and rebuild the right

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Popular character Hirono finds a permanent home with a themed store in Gwangjang Market

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Election agency budgeted for 110 percent voter turnout, printed only half

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Election agency budgeted for 110 percent voter turnout, printed only half Related Article

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Korea is aging alone. A Yakult delivery woman can be a lifeline for isolated older adults.

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How Hyundai, LG stole the spotlight from Samsung for Huang's Korea visit

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Token anxiety and the hidden cost of control in the AI era

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Can free AI for everyone be sustained?

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Time to design a Korean system of governance

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Election watchdog forgets its purpose, fails spectacularly in its duty

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Election watchdog forgets its purpose, fails spectacularly in its duty Related Article NEC apologizes for ballot shortages at Seoul polling stations, says incident undermined public trust in elections Fire breaks out near NEC building in Gyeonggi after voting ends NEC comes under fire for multiple ballot mishandling cases, public disturbances witnessed at polling booths

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'A graveyard for pollsters': Exit polls, surveys miss the mark again

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'A graveyard for pollsters': Exit polls, surveys miss the mark again

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With launch of SpaceX IPO, AI-related stock rally may lose momentum

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With launch of SpaceX IPO, AI-related stock rally may lose momentum

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Along Dulle Trail, travelers can see a thousand faces of Korea

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AI gets a body, and capital changes its gaze

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AI gets a body, and capital changes its gaze

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Preserving the UN Memorial Cemetery’s balance between remembrance and public space

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YouTube's rise in politics calls for transparency-based regulation

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YouTube's rise in politics calls for transparency-based regulation

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Economic risks loom larger after the election

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Economic risks loom larger after the election

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National Pension Service is not tool for propping up stock market

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National Pension Service is not tool for propping up stock market

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One vote can shape the future of local communities and politics

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From clay wine bottle to Dior bag: Exhibits showcase diplomatic gifts between Korea and France

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From clay wine bottle to Dior bag: Exhibits showcase diplomatic gifts between Korea and France

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Samsung Electronics overtakes Meta, Tesla to reach world's No. 9 company

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How history literally lives on through Choi Chang-deok's mastery of dance

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'Noona' relationships gain popularity both on small screens and in real life

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'Noona' relationships gain popularity both on small screens and in real life

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Banks position around Samsung, SK hynix 'silicon collar' performance payouts

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Meanwhile : What will remain 100 years from now?

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Housing insecurity shouldn't deepen Korea’s birthrate crisis

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Housing insecurity shouldn't deepen Korea's birthrate crisis Related Article The paradox of regulation: Will Seoul's jeonse crisis return after six years? As jeonse backfires, Korea needs a managed exit strategy Fraud worries live rent free: Monthly housing contracts surpass 'jeonse' deals Market mix: Jeonse prices rising for apartments, falling for multifamily homes

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What matters most for a president entering a second year

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What matters most for a president entering a second year

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First follow-up meeting comes eight months after summit agreement

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Will Nvidia's Huang have samgyeopsal summit in Korea? The Kospi's betting on it.

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Will Nvidia's Huang have samgyeopsal summit in Korea? The Kospi's betting on it.

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Bach 'might have no choice but to dance’: Girl group Meovv goes classically spooky with ‘Ddi Ro Ri’

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Bach 'might have no choice but to dance': Girl group Meovv goes classically spooky with 'Ddi Ro Ri'

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Global Talent Fair gives international job seekers unique chance to connect face-to-face with employers

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Global Talent Fair gives international job seekers unique chance to connect face-to-face with employers

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At age 17, Yeom Da-yeon heads to Boston Ballet as dancer parents offer words of advice

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When mandatory education began in South Korea

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A solid-fuel rocket over Jeju and Korea’s space future

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A solid-fuel rocket over Jeju and Korea's space future

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The hidden threat to Lee Jae Myung’s success

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Hanwha Ocean sprints to outpace Germany for $40B Canadian submarine mega deal

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HD Hyundai to expand commemorative initiatives for veterans

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Move over, white collar workers: 'Silicon collar' employees are reshaping neighborhoods and the marriage market

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aespa freshly squeezes 'Lemonade' this summer, serves fans 2nd album

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Traces of purple: How Busan remembers BTS ahead of its 'Arirang' concerts in June

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As early summer draws people outside, Yeouido offers things to do on land, sea and sky

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Traces of purple: How Busan remembers BTS ahead of its 'Arirang' concerts in June

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Meanwhile : Leonard Bernstein, the conductor who taught music with joy

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How Korea helped create ‘monster unions’

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Samsung Electronics bonus dispute as a glimpse of the future

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Conditions and trust must guide wartime Opcon transfer

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Ministry redefines 'K-culture,' adds 100 trillion won to sector's target market size

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Korean libraries, reading spaces grow multilingual amid demographic shift, tourism boom

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Korean libraries, reading spaces grow multilingual amid demographic shift, tourism boom

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Years after 'death' of mastermind of Korea's biggest Ponzi scheme, victims await justice

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Busan as a wartime capital: How the city remembers the sacrifices and solidarity born from war

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Busan's markets: Where refugees once gathered, tourists now roam

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Windfalls without public consensus can become a curse

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The success of the third agricultural revolution

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The president’s ‘selective’ hands-on governance

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Stop AI-driven character assassination on YouTube

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'Genderless' K-pop band XLOV breaks boundaries by being themselves

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K-heritage in the spotlight as Korea prepares for big Unesco gathering in Busan in July

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Korea leads new global push for geoheritage conservation

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Bifrost pitches 3-D AI training platform to Korean manufacturers

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Meanwhile : Are baseball fans unhappy?

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Will shutting down Ilbe make extremism disappear?

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The Lee Jae Myung government’s 'Newspeak'

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Leveraged Samsung and SK ETFs risk overheating markets

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AND2BLE, with more experience than the average rookie boy band, hopes to make fans 'curious'

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AND2BLE, with more experience than the average rookie boy band, hopes to make fans 'curious'

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BTS sweeps AMA awards, takes home Artist of the Year

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NHN Cloud sells out GPU resources, unveils AI brand 'FactoryX'

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'Dansaekhwa' has taken over the modern art world. But the story of how that happened is up for debate.

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Meanwhile : Smell and prejudice

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Putin exploits openings in Trump and Xi’s security bargaining

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When AI evolves on its own

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The ‘three highs’ as the price of success

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SK Innovation E&S backs Indonesia’s next startup wave in AI, energy and agriculture

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Minister’s labor roots revealed in Samsung strike dispute

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May’s cycle of hate needs a mature public response

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[WHY] One Americano, four hours: Inside Korea's 'cafe study tribe'

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NPS reports record gains amid stock market rally, but experts warn against excessive optimism

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Le Sserafim chants 'Boompala' as it enters 'Fearless 2.0' era

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Busan's colorful backstreets embody the port city's rich history, culture and flavors

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Uniqlo bets on Myeongdong's tourism revival with new flagship store

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Hyundai Motor Group jumps into growing military vehicle market

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Egypt’s Story: Khasekhemwy, the mediator of conflict

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Choo Mi-ae’s contradiction in Gyeonggi

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Humanity is not a fixed point, but moving

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Bonus structure should not spread beyond Samsung

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From Israel’s detention of two Korean activists to their release: Why did Lee refer to Netanyahu as a ‘war criminal?

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Samsung's $20 billion bonus deal fuels wage demands beyond AI sector

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Ukrainian student's love for Korean literary classic 'Chunhyangjeon' leads to pageant success

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Shownu and Hyungwon's more reserved Monsta X subunit still packs musical, emotional punch

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From the 'Gate of the Dead' to lively haunts, Sindang-dong blends the historical and hip

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Meanwhile : The burghers of Calais

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Korea must accelerate its energy transition beyond Middle East dependence

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Has the Kospi become Korea’s real election battleground?

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Politics of blame obscures real solutions

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A ‘working Assembly’ needs cooperation

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Labor minister steps in as Samsung bonus talks stall hours ahead of strike

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International students, foreign job-seekers in South Gyeongsang get 13 percent discount on EMS shipping

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Is the ‘Yellow Envelope’ act behind unions’ emboldened bonus push?

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Dior Korea faces criminal complaint over alleged outsourced repair of limited-edition handbag

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Starbucks Korea is in hot water over its 'Tank Day' promo. Why?

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Historic chicken dish sparks revival hopes in Andong as city hosts Korea-Japan summit

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Hormuz crisis lays bare Korea’s energy readiness gap with Japan, China

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'Birot' reshapes pace of theater over time

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The Kospi trap and the national pension trap

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At the dawn of a great transformation

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Korea-Japan Shuttle diplomacy bears fruit in energy security

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Samsung, labor still can't agree on bonuses as internal rifts emerge within union

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Boy band xikers marks explosive start to its newest era with EP 'Route Zero: The Ora'

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Korean universities race to attract international students but fail to retain them

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Korean universities race to attract international students but fail to retain them

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Korean universities race to attract international students but fail to retain them

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China seeks spheres of influence as Trump abandons strategic consistency

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Winners and losers after one year of the Lee Jae Myung government

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Samsung strike must not spiral into economic crisis

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Big Bang's Taeyang returns to 'Quintessence' with The Kid Laroi, Paul Blanco

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Samsung union to press ahead with strike despite injunction, risk of fines

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Jeju to halve salary requirement, triple stay limit for 'workcations' in bid to attract more digital nomads

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Survey finds more disagree that women should stay home to care for children

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Mercedes picks Seoul as the location of its fifth global brand studio

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Retail investors increasingly impact public opinion as investment craze spreads

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ZeroBaseOne looks to 'Ascend-' the charts, move forward as quintet

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Once-dominant over chip suppliers, Apple sidelined by Nvidia, Google

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Politics that reflects migrant voices

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Korea grows intoxicated on semiconductor windfall

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Seoul apartment market faces triple instability

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World-renowned dance companies to bring breathtaking performances to Korea this summer

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Miryang fights population decline with tourism and culture

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Prime minister urges Samsung Electronics, union to reach last-minute deal before strike

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Prime minister urges Samsung Electronics, union to reach last-minute deal before strike

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[WHY] Korea's newest prewedding gathering: Why expensive 'cheongmo' are necessary before saying 'I do'

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Your next K-pop idol? G-Dragon's agency says it will be a robot.

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Multigenre dramas dominate small screen as viewers seek deeper storytelling

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Move over, Haeundae: These lesser-known Busan spots are foreign travelers’ new favorites

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The teacher of Piazzolla

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Invidia and Nvidia

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Virtual asset cap needed to create a sound market

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Bills will come due after local elections

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Amending the Constitution in a democracy

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Hyundai refreshes the Grandeur with a Tesla-like screen — but with real buttons

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BTS may be on the road, but 'Run BTS' can always be found at home

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[단독] 삼성SDI·GM, 5조 규모 인디애나 배터리 합작 프로젝트 중단

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Exclusive: Samsung SDI’s $3.5B joint battery project with GM ‘paused’ amid EV slowdown

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Greenspan's shadow, Warsh's test

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Is North Korea becoming less strange?

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Rooting for those who fight against worthlessness

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Age of connectivity, architecture and travel

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Samsung fast-tracks construction of P6 chip plant in Pyeongtaek

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'Boys II Planet' duo Flare U hopes to be your daily dose of vitamins

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Benson bets on robotics to make ice cream, premium quality to win customers

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SK hynix set a new bonus standard. It could jeopardize competitiveness across sectors.

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A nation of 'closet' drivers: Koreans get licenses in just 13 hours, then rarely get behind the wheel again

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A real estate tax hike looms post-election

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Play is a skill too

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Samsung created its 'gold spoon' union with 2023 actions

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Hwang Gyutae at 88: Defying the frame through experimental photography

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Cultivating the next Elon Musk: building a lifelong pathway for immigrants

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New majors at Korean universities aim to foster leaders in Hallyu, translation and more

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Members of Younite move together in new direction with EP 'Inyun Part. 1'

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'Sandwiched generation' working longer, borrowing more as family and societal support fail

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Super Bowl, Coachella, Grammys: What's left for BTS to conquer in its '2.0' era?

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A society with no newborns, an economy with no new hires

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A death gives way to happiness

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Moving from 'cruel finance' to basic finance?

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Korea furious at SK hynix union for 'money feast'

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Why is Korea returning to Venezuelan oil after 23-year hiatus?

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Forty-two days across Eurasia: An intrepid train traveler's epic journey from London to Incheon the long way

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'Sorry for playing': Despite world's lowest birthrate, in Korea school activities muted by residents, parents

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Buried alive for wellness: Enzyme spas offer hot, claustrophobic way to detox

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Deep Blue versus Kasparov

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SK hynix has begun a bonus war that is only starting

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The butterfly effect of June 3

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North Korea and Russia deepen ties as South Korea-U.S. alliance strains

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Fear of rising prices fuels 'gas pilgrims' to seek cheapest stations, fill up more

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Bingsu for one: Retailers roll out small-portion food products as inflation fuels 'micro consumption'

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Foreign worker abuse scandals fuel pressure to revise Korea’s job transfer rules

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Foreign worker abuse scandals fuel pressure to revise Korea’s job transfer rules

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Illegal foreign crew found on fishing vessel caught by Coast Guard

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Why is Trump so fixated on Korea during the Iran war?

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Why is Trump so fixated on Korea during the Iran war?

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Here are all the winners from the 62nd Baeksang Awards

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Here are all the winners from the 62nd Baeksang Awards

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Who gets the windfall? Unions push for a larger share of extraordinary profits.

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Blackpink's Lisa to perform at 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony: Report

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Blackpink's Lisa to perform at 2026 FIFA World Cup opening ceremony: Report

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[WHY] 'Do this to conceive a daughter': Korea’s newfound obsession with baby girls

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[WHY] 'Do this to conceive a daughter': Korea’s newfound obsession with baby girls

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How BTS's arrival in Mexico became a national occasion

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Trump's 10% global tariffs deemed illegal by U.S. trade court

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Trump's 10% global tariffs deemed illegal by U.S. trade court

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Rent, don't buy: Younger 'asset-light' consumers increasingly eschew car purchases

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President Lee lacks loyal advisers willing to speak bluntly

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What is a labor union?

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Constitutional revision should proceed through bipartisan agreement

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Korea secures 210 million barrels of Saudi, U.S. crude oil, counters Iran war supply shocks

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Brokerages sour on Samsung as union bonus demands threaten profits

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New Yorker dives into Jeju tradition as village's foreign 'haenyeo'

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Once a magnet for foreign English teachers, Korea sees E-2 visa issuances hit six-year low

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Meanwhile : Napoleon’s first love, “Désirée”

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Everyone wants to be the judge in their own case

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Children in need of care also have the right to live outside institutions

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Brace for the accelerating inflation shock

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North Korea scraps references to unification, limits to Kim's powers in amended constitution

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Korea's recent birthrate rise: Long-term trend or post-Covid, generational pop?

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Market for children's products grows as adults empty their pockets for 'gold kids'

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Nuisance no more: Korean political parties embrace AI ahead of local elections

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Korea weighs 'robot tax' as AI-driven job losses loom

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Meanwhile : Citizens await a reply

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Trump’s shoes and the rise of 'political looksmaxxing'

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Global South approach calls for three-part diplomacy

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Suspected attack on Korean vessel calls for full response

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From dollar shop to tourist magnet: Daiso overtakes Lotte Mart, other retailers in sales

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New JTBC drama 'We Are All Trying Here' reminds audience 'you're not alone'

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Do those in power still fear the sovereign people?

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Crack down on illegal lenders without weakening finance

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DAY 6's Wonpil gets 'Unpiltered, goes sky high in solo concert

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DAY6's Wonpil gets 'Unpiltered,' goes sky high in solo concert

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Samsung makes abrupt shift, names Lee Won-jin head of Visual Display business

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'Cluster dynamics' now drive outbound investment for Korean firms, says Cushman & Wakefield

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Margaret Thatcher takes office as British prime minister

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A virtuous cycle of giving for children in need

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Cash windfalls risk undermining Korea’s semiconductor edge

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Hormuz shock calls for a reset of Korea’s energy strategy

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Children's Day comes early

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Children's Day comes early

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HD Hyundai Electric readies environmentally friendly high-voltage circuit breaker for export

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Looking behind the scenes of BTS's latest album with BigHit Music's Nicole Kim

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Buldak Ramen has faith in becoming the 'bible of spice' amid global success

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Seoul's largest-ever international garden show blends nature, tradition and K-culture

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Samsung Electronics posts historic $38.6B Q1 profit, fueled by AI chip shortage

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The devil wears Prada — and rides in a Mercedes Maybach

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Here’s what future Hyundai cars' screens will look like — and yes, the buttons survive

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Here’s what future Hyundai cars' screens will look like — and yes, the buttons survive

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Pilates for pups? Pets treated to human-level care as they become core family members.

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Samsung vs. Apple: Foldable fight begins with wide-format debuts

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When war meets the stock market

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Making home-visit dental care work early

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Why names matter in politics and identity

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Field trips are disappearing, but blaming teachers misses the point

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Vietnam's Phu Quoc island to transform into grand commercial hub ahead of 2027 APEC summit

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Hyundai Glovis introduces world's largest car carrier, can carry 10,800 vehicles in single voyage

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The AI transformation is changing more than just workflows. It's gatekeeping jobs.

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From in-company drive-thrus to yoga, lunch hours transform across Korea as prices rise and lifestyles change

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Are influencers turning beloved Seoul destinations into tourist traps?

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Meanwhile : The psychology of swearing

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Expanding home care for older patients after discharge

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AI adviser’s Busan run exposes policy doubts

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Envoy’s sudden return signals need to ease Korea-U.S. tensions

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Amcham, Finance Ministry explore policies to elevate Korea as financial hub

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Korean pet owners suffer profound grief over dead companions. But does society recognize their loss?

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The arrival of spring brings 'Family Month' into full bloom. Here's where to go.

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Meanwhile : An asteroid’s fleeting shadow

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North Korea’s cluster munitions threat and policy choices

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Long-term holding tax break reform, right direction but difficult path

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Crackdown urged on fake refugee brokers exploiting system

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TWS's 'No Tragedy' explores love and defiance, highlighting growth

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Purple people pleasers

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Samsung’s profits not workers’ alone, industry minister says amid union threats to strike over bonuses

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What's NEXZ's 'Mmchk?'? Rookie drops new single as K-pop comeback season hits

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As minimum wage increases, discussion shifts to coverage expansion

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Chinese appliance makers shed their image as budget brands at Milan Design Week 2026

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CATL batteries to power Hyundai’s EREV, hybrid push in China

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[인터뷰] 현대차, 하이브리드·EREV에도 CATL 배터리 쓴다…중국 시장 공략 본격화

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Your favorite local artists’ Korean gig isn’t really about Korea

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Politics, not AI, may be the greater threat

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Trump’s alliance pressure marks a sharper turn than the Bush era

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Jang Dong-hyeok and Trump

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Potential growth falls to 1.71%, reforms needed to avoid stagnation

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China taught Hyundai to be 'humble' and learn from rivals for survival: CEO

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Samsung is making record profits. But why are employees leaving in droves for a key competitor?

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Cultural landmarks see popularity bump as K-culture expands beyond pop exports

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Agentic AI ignites efficiency race amid memory crunch

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Move over Prince Charming, K-dramas are all about the 'boy next door' now

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Hyundai unveils Ioniq V as Korean automaker 'triples down' on China’s EV market

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Number of foreign patients top 2 million for first time in 2025

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From factories to data centers: Korea's heavy industries pivot to meet surging AI demand

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As food costs rise, students flock to temples, cafeterias for free and ultracheap meals

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Rising fears of fiscal inflation call for careful policy mix

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Tech 'Republicans' stage a messianic drama around AI

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After the war, there is no future for multilateralism without freedom of navigation

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Semiconductor windfall exposes risks as unions press for bonuses

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SK hynix forecasts prolonged chip supercycle with supply constraints to persist 3 more years

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Hyundai Motor to unveil China-dedicated Ioniq EV at Auto China 2026

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Korea's fuel price cap shields consumers, but someone has to pay

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USFK commander general against withdrawing troops, expects Opcon transfer by early 2029

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USFK commander against withdrawing troops, expects Opcon transfer by early 2029