#south-korea (282 Posts)
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Drama in the Boardroom: Actor Lee Jung Jae at the Center of Corporate Takeover
The CEO of Raemong Raein, a production company known for creating major dramas such as Reborn Rich and Sungkyunkwan Scandal, has expressed his grievance as he accused actor Lee Jung Jae’s company, Artist United, of causing financial damages. Established in 2007, Raemong Raein has gained recognition through its involvement in popular drama productions. As a […]
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From Soldier to Superstar: BTS' Jin Completes Military Duty
BTS’ agency Big Hit Music issued a request to fans as Jin’s discharge from military service approaches just a day away. “Jin is about to complete his military service as an active duty soldier in the army. We earnestly ask fans to refrain from visiting the site to prevent crowding accidents. We ask that you […]
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Consumers Outraged as Apple's Promised 10-Core GPU iPad Air Ships with Just 9 Cores
Recently, the alleged deliberate performance downgrade of Apple’s M2 iPad Air has been a hot topic among IT device review YouTubers. The device, which was downgraded from its original announcement, has drawn public outrage. A YouTuber with 700,000 subscribers posted on his YouTube community with the title, “I just noticed, Cook? This is disappointing. I […]
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South Korea Resumes Loudspeaker Propaganda at North Korea After Six Years
On June 9, the South Korean government responded to North Korea’s repeated propaganda balloon offensives by dusting off the loudspeaker card, which had been dormant for six years. The loudspeaker broadcasts towards North Korea, which was suspended during President Moon Jae In’s administration in 2018, have resumed after nearly six years to counter North Korea’s […]
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Star-Studded College Festivals: Are They Worth the Price?
With the arrival of May, universities nationwide are in full swing with festivals like Daedongje. This has brought attention to the fees for hiring celebrities. The practice of inviting celebrities to school festivals began around the 1970s. This period coincided with the economic development of Korean society and the activation of pop culture and the […]
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Influencers Flock to South Korea's Songdo for Massive Tax Breaks
Recently, it has been confirmed that influencers, YouTubers, and internet broadcast streamers are predominantly living in Songdo International City in Incheon. Despite earning substantial income, they have chosen to live in Songdo to take advantage of the fact that their income tax amounts to zero if they reside there. The fact that living in Songdo […]
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Love and Law: How a Marriage Proposal Won a Convict a Shorter Sentence
The reason why a 40-year-old man who was sentenced to prison in the first trial for causing various disturbances such as threatening employees with a weapon and damaging property in a convenience store, received a reduced sentence in the appeal trial has become a hot topic. The man who is a repeat offender with 30 prior […]
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Kids Take Climate Battle to Court: A New Generation Fights for Their Future
On the 21st, a climate lawsuit questioning the constitutionality of the South Korean government’s response to climate change was held in the Grand Courtroom of the Constitutional Court in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The person who attended this complicated trial as a witness was not an adult, but a child. Even on this day, children accompanied by […]
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Safety or Skill: The Ongoing Debate Over Live Grenade Training
On the 21st, the military was thrown into chaos when a grenade exploded during boot camp training at the 32nd Infantry Division, killing one trainee and seriously injuring a non-commissioned officer. According to the military authorities, the accident occurred around 10 AM during grenade-throwing training at the 32nd Infantry Division located in Sejong City. The […]
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No More Silence: Actress Vows Legal Action Over False Dating Rumors
Actress Song Da Eun (32) has been the target of online harassment after a photo mishap on social media sparked rumors of a romantic involvement with BTS member Jimin (28). With no official statements from either party, Song Da Eun has been subjected to harsh comments. On the 22nd, Song Da Eun took to her […]
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Redevelopment Stirs Controversy in Seoul's Last Red-Light District
Last year, a relocation of residents began due to the redevelopment of Miari Texas, the last red-light district in Seoul. This project, also known as the Shinwolgok District 1 Redevelopment, will see the construction of Lotte Castle apartments by Lotte Construction in this historically significant area. However, contrary to the initial plan, there is a […]
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New Residents Blocked: Tensions Rise in Daegu's Luxury Apartment
As the nationwide construction boom continues in South Korea, there has been a surge in unsold new apartments. Due to increased labor and construction costs, construction companies and trust companies are conducting public auctions at much lower prices than the original sale price to cover their expense claim. In Daegu, this has sparked a conflict […]
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Single Teen Mom Stuns With Her Thrifty and Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Teenager mom Lee Se Bin raised curiosity as she shared her daily life with her 18-month-old son and revealed her struggles with making decisions with opposing figures in her life on the South Korean show, Teenage Parents 4. On the 42nd episode of MBN‘s Teenage Parents 4, airing at 10:20 PM on Wednesday, May 22nd, […]
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Pharmacy Feud: Local Pharmacist Faces Business Ban
A pharmacist opened a pharmacy in the same commercial building as their previous place of work. However, after a brief taste of happiness, the court ordered a business ban. Last month, the Ulsan District Court accepted a request from a pharmacy owner to prohibit the pharmacist from operating their new pharmacy. It turned out that […]
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South Korea's Samyang Foods Hits Record High!
On May 16th, Samyang Foods Foods reported that its operating profit for the first quarter of this year on a consolidated basis increased by 235% compared to the first quarter of last year, reaching $60.4 million. Sales during the same period rose by 57% to $291.5 million. As a result, Samyang Foods announced first-quarter results […]
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Work-Life Balance Under the Sea: The Lucrative Life of a Haenyeo
There’s a strong emphasis on a work-life balance among Millenials and Gen Z A few years ago, an individual living in South Korea who worked four hours a day for 20 days a month, earning 5 million won ($4,400), became a hot topic and is once again in the spotlight. Jin So Hee, a haenyeo […]
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Lavish Spending or Necessary Diplomacy? U.S. Trip Raises Eyebrows
Ryu Hee Lim, the chairman of the Korea Communications Standards Commission (KCSC), is planning a trip to the U.S. with only two months left in her term, sparking criticism for the seemingly unnecessary nature of it. According to internal documents titled “May 2024 U.S. Trip Plan,” Chairman Ryu and four staff members are slated to […]
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President Yoon's Approval Dips Below 25%: A Historical Low for South Korea
President Yoon Suk Yeol has the lowest positive job performance rating among all presidents elected since 1987 after two years in office. According to the second week of May survey by Gallup Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol’s positive job performance rating was 24%. According to the survey results released by Gallup, 24% of respondents evaluated […]
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Kim Seung Soo's AI Robot Daughter Bring Up Mixed Reactions
Actor Kim Seung Soo (52), known for his appearance in My Ugly Duckling, intrigued the public by revealing his adopted AI robot daughter. On the SBS variety show My Ugly Duckling aired on May 12th, Kim Seung Soo shocked the studio cast with his affectionate interactions with his AI robot daughter. Kim Seung Soo engaged […]
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HYBE Chairman Accused of Ignoring NewJeans' Greetings: A Mother Speaks Out
Amid allegations that Chairman Bang Si Hyuk of HYBE ignored greetings from the members of NewJeans, the mother of a NewJeans member has spoken out. According to the Daily Sports report on May 13th, the mother and three other NewJeans mothers visited HYBE on April 25th. Regarding the claims that “Chairman Bang Si Hyuk did […]