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South Korea Fears US Sidelining in Trump's Potential North Korea Deal

Growing concerns in South Korea stem from US President Donald Trump's past actions and recent statements indicating a potential preference for direct negotiations with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, potentially overlooking Seoul's security interests; Trump's prior suspension of joint US-South Kore...

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Illegal Korean Cosmetic Product Ring Dismantled in Spain

A criminal network importing illegal Korean cosmetic products was dismantled, resulting in four arrests and the investigation of 24 clinics; authorities seized 700 vials of botulinum toxin and other items.

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Samsung Q4 Revenue Beats Estimates, but Profit Falls Amid Increased RD

Samsung Electronics reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter revenue of KRW 75.8 trillion ($52.2 billion), but operating profit fell to KRW 6.5 trillion due to higher R&D expenses in its chip segment; the company expects a memory market recovery in 2025.

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North Korea Shifts Focus, Prioritizes Military Amidst US-South Korea Tensions

North Korea's recent parliamentary session concluded without mentioning the new US administration, while simultaneously conducting missile tests and declaring a hardening of its stance against the US and South Korea, prioritizing military preparedness and suggesting a potential escalation of regiona...

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South Korea Heeds Russia's Warning on Ukraine Arms Supplies

Russia warned South Korea against supplying weapons to Ukraine, a warning the South Korean government acknowledged seriously due to domestic issues, improving relations with the US, legal constraints, and the threat of damaged ties with Russia.

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Jeju Air Crash: Bird Strike Investigated as Primary Cause

A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 crashed in South Korea on December 29th, killing 179 passengers; a preliminary investigation suggests a bird strike caused engine failure, leading to the crash.

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South Korean Tattoo Artists Fight for Legal Recognition Amidst Social Stigma

South Korean tattoo artists, predominantly women, face legal jeopardy and social stigma due to a 1992 Supreme Court ruling classifying tattooing as a medical practice, sparking calls for legal reform amid rising public acceptance of tattoos, despite medical professionals' opposition.

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South Korea's High Household Debt Forces Central Bank Tightrope Walk

South Korea's Bank of Korea grapples with high household debt (91% of GDP in Q2 2024, exceeding other advanced economies and Asian nations), impacting economic growth and forcing careful monetary policy decisions to avoid inflation and potential economic catastrophe due to factors like the unique 'j...

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South Korea Protests: Impeached President's Supporters Turn Violent

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's supporters, many evangelical Christians, are staging daily protests fueled by conspiracy theories of election fraud and Chinese interference, escalating to violence against journalists and police; public opinion is divided.

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South Korea's Airport Expansion: Economic Viability Questioned

South Korea's plans to build ten new airports, including one in Saemangeum, are raising concerns due to the unprofitability of many existing airports, such as Muan which lost \$14.09 million in 2023, with only three of fourteen airports currently profitable.

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Indicted South Korean President Faces Rebellion Charges, Political Turmoil Ensues

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, impeached and jailed, faces rebellion charges and potential removal from office after a six-hour martial law declaration sparked violent protests and deep political divisions.

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South Korean President Indicted for Insurrection

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol was indicted on January 26th, 2025, for insurrection and abuse of power following his December 3rd, 2024, declaration of martial law, leading to troops being deployed to the National Assembly; he faces life imprisonment or the death penalty, and a concurrent impe...

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