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South Korea Court Jails Ex-Fiance Of Olympic Medalist For 13 Years
A South Korean appellate court on Thursday sentenced a former fiance of Olympic fencing medalist Nam Hyun-hee to 13 years in prison for swindling dozens of people out of more than 3.5 billion won ($2.5 million) under the guise of a chaebol heir.
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"Noise Bombing": North Korea's New Weapon Drives South Koreans "Crazy"
North Korea has begun blasting eerie, unsettling sounds across the border into South Korea, tormenting villagers and disrupting daily life.
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Why South Korean Students Are Worried About Rose and Bruno Mars' K-Pop Song 'APT'
Due to the track being an earworm, some students have "banned" it from their playlists, hoping to avoid any distractions.
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8 Hours, 5 Tests In A Day: All You Need To Know About World's Toughest Exam
The Suneung exam is more than just an academic challenge; it can shape a young person's future, influencing career opportunities, and earnings. For many South Korean youth, the Suneung represents a critical juncture in their life's journey.
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American Youtuber Kisses Korean Wartime Memorial Statue. Then This Happens
A 24-year-old American YouTuber, named Johnny Somali, has apologised after getting involved in a highly controversial incident in Korea.
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North Korea Launches "Long Range Ballistic Missile" Toward Sea: Report
North Korea on Thursday fired an unidentified ballistic missile toward the East Sea, South Korea's military said, according to the Yonhap news agency.
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North Korea Ups Kim Jong-Un Security Due To 'Assassination Possibility'
North Korea has been beefing up security for its leader Kim Jong-Un due to fears of a possible assassination attempt, South Korea's spy agency told lawmakers on Tuesday.
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Seoul Spending $327 Million To Stop "Lonely Deaths" Epidemic. What It Is
Seoul authorities, while announcing the $327 million initiative this week, stated that they want to "create a city where no one is lonely."
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Russian, North Korean Flags Seen On Ukraine Battlefield: Report
South Korea's National Intelligence Service last week said that North Korea had decided to send approximately 12,000 special forces to support Russia in its prolonged war with Ukraine.
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Video: North Korean Soldiers At Russian Training Ground Amid Ukraine War
North Korea has deployed 1,500 soldiers to Russia for military training, with plans to send up to 12,000 troops to fight in the Ukraine war, South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) has confirmed.
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North Korea Troop Deployment Locks In Russia Military Alliance
North Korea's decision to deploy thousands of soldiers to Ukraine's front lines cements Pyongyang's contentious military alliance with Moscow, experts told AFP.
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Office Workers In South Korea, China Turn To Nutrient IV Therapy For Energy
A survey by South Korea's Asian Daily found that over half of young people feel mentally and physically drained due to success-related pressures.
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Samsung Said to Cut Thousands of Jobs Amid Struggles in AI Market
Samsung Electronics Co. is initiating layoffs across Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. These layoffs are expected to impact roughly 10 percent of the workforce in these regions, though the figures may differ for each subsidiary, sources told Bloomberg.
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80-Year-Old Makes History As Miss Universe Korea's Oldest Contestant
An 80-year-old South Korean model has made history, becoming the oldest contestant in the Miss Universe Korea pageant.
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South Korea Launches Probe Into Telegram Over Online Sex Crimes
South Korean police have launched an investigation into the messaging platform Telegram over deepfake online sex crimes, Yonhap news agency reported on Monday, citing a senior police official.
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South Korea Court Jails Ex-Fiance Of Olympic Medalist For 13 Years
A South Korean appellate court on Thursday sentenced a former fiance of Olympic fencing medalist Nam Hyun-hee to 13 years in prison for swindling dozens of people out of more than 3.5 billion won ($2.5 million) under the guise of a chaebol heir.
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"Noise Bombing": North Korea's New Weapon Drives South Koreans "Crazy"
North Korea has begun blasting eerie, unsettling sounds across the border into South Korea, tormenting villagers and disrupting daily life.
-
Why South Korean Students Are Worried About Rose and Bruno Mars' K-Pop Song 'APT'
Due to the track being an earworm, some students have "banned" it from their playlists, hoping to avoid any distractions.
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8 Hours, 5 Tests In A Day: All You Need To Know About World's Toughest Exam
The Suneung exam is more than just an academic challenge; it can shape a young person's future, influencing career opportunities, and earnings. For many South Korean youth, the Suneung represents a critical juncture in their life's journey.
-
American Youtuber Kisses Korean Wartime Memorial Statue. Then This Happens
A 24-year-old American YouTuber, named Johnny Somali, has apologised after getting involved in a highly controversial incident in Korea.
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North Korea Launches "Long Range Ballistic Missile" Toward Sea: Report
North Korea on Thursday fired an unidentified ballistic missile toward the East Sea, South Korea's military said, according to the Yonhap news agency.
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North Korea Ups Kim Jong-Un Security Due To 'Assassination Possibility'
North Korea has been beefing up security for its leader Kim Jong-Un due to fears of a possible assassination attempt, South Korea's spy agency told lawmakers on Tuesday.
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Seoul Spending $327 Million To Stop "Lonely Deaths" Epidemic. What It Is
Seoul authorities, while announcing the $327 million initiative this week, stated that they want to "create a city where no one is lonely."
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Russian, North Korean Flags Seen On Ukraine Battlefield: Report
South Korea's National Intelligence Service last week said that North Korea had decided to send approximately 12,000 special forces to support Russia in its prolonged war with Ukraine.
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Video: North Korean Soldiers At Russian Training Ground Amid Ukraine War
North Korea has deployed 1,500 soldiers to Russia for military training, with plans to send up to 12,000 troops to fight in the Ukraine war, South Korea's National Intelligence Service (NIS) has confirmed.
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North Korea Troop Deployment Locks In Russia Military Alliance
North Korea's decision to deploy thousands of soldiers to Ukraine's front lines cements Pyongyang's contentious military alliance with Moscow, experts told AFP.
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Office Workers In South Korea, China Turn To Nutrient IV Therapy For Energy
A survey by South Korea's Asian Daily found that over half of young people feel mentally and physically drained due to success-related pressures.
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Samsung Said to Cut Thousands of Jobs Amid Struggles in AI Market
Samsung Electronics Co. is initiating layoffs across Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. These layoffs are expected to impact roughly 10 percent of the workforce in these regions, though the figures may differ for each subsidiary, sources told Bloomberg.
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80-Year-Old Makes History As Miss Universe Korea's Oldest Contestant
An 80-year-old South Korean model has made history, becoming the oldest contestant in the Miss Universe Korea pageant.
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South Korea Launches Probe Into Telegram Over Online Sex Crimes
South Korean police have launched an investigation into the messaging platform Telegram over deepfake online sex crimes, Yonhap news agency reported on Monday, citing a senior police official.
