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South Korea Battles Unprecedented Wildfires, 18 Dead, Thousands Displaced

Unprecedented wildfires in southeastern South Korea have killed 18, injured 10, and displaced nearly 23,000 people, fueled by dry weather and strong winds, consuming over 17,000 hectares, prompting a national emergency response.

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Devastating Wildfires Kill 18 in South Korea

South Korea's southern regions are battling devastating wildfires, resulting in 18 deaths, over 200 destroyed structures including a 1,300-year-old temple, and 27,000 evacuations, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, burning 43,330 acres.

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South Korea Battles Major Wildfires, Suspects Human Error

South Korea battles its third-largest wildfire in history, fueled by strong winds, burning 43,330 hectares, destroying infrastructure and a 7th-century temple; authorities suspect human error and are deploying 5,000 personnel and 130 helicopters to combat the blaze.

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Samsung co-CEO Han Jong-Hee dies suddenly; company faces leadership void

Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-Hee, 63, died suddenly from cardiac arrest on Tuesday, leaving a leadership void at the South Korean tech giant, which is facing significant headwinds in its semiconductor business and is currently seeking mergers and acquisitions to boost its growth.

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Death of Samsung Co-CEO Han Jong-hee Shakes Electronics Giant

Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-hee died unexpectedly at 63 from a heart attack on Monday in Seoul, causing a 1.16% drop in company shares and leaving a void in the company's leadership during a period of intense competition.

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South Korea Stalls in World Cup Qualification with Consecutive Draws

South Korea's hopes of securing a 2026 World Cup spot early were dashed after two consecutive 1-1 home draws against Oman and Jordan this month, leaving their qualification unresolved until June due to an inefficient offense and subpar field conditions.

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NewJeans' Legal Setback: K-Pop Group Faces Hiatus After Court Ruling

A South Korean court ruled against K-pop group NewJeans, prohibiting independent activities after they accused their label, Ador, of mistreatment and workplace harassment; the group is now on hiatus while the legal battle continues.

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South Korea's Truth Commission: At Least 56 Adoptees' Rights Violated

The South Korean Truth and Reconciliation Commission concluded that at least 56 adoptees' rights were violated due to negligence, falsified documents, and forced adoptions; the government prioritized international adoption as a cost-effective measure for nearly 50 years after the Korean War, leading...

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South Korea's Truth Commission Blames Government for Adoption Program Abuses

South Korea's truth commission concluded the government bears responsibility for a foreign adoption program rife with fraud and abuse, driven by cost-cutting and enabled by private agencies manipulating children's backgrounds; the report, based on 367 adoptee complaints, confirmed human rights viola...

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Samsung Co-CEO Dies Suddenly, Leaving Tech Giant Facing Leadership Void

Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-Hee died suddenly on Tuesday at age 63 due to cardiac arrest, leaving the South Korean tech giant to navigate leadership transition amid ongoing challenges in its semiconductor business and uncertain economic forecasts.

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Samsung Co-CEO Han Jong-Hee Dies at 63

Samsung Electronics co-CEO Han Jong-Hee died Tuesday at age 63 from a heart attack, leaving the South Korean tech giant to seek a successor amid semiconductor sector challenges and a predicted difficult 2025.

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South Korean Court Reinstates Prime Minister, President's Impeachment Pending

South Korea's Constitutional Court overturned Prime Minister Han Duck-soo's impeachment on Monday, reinstating him, while President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment remains pending; this followed the president's December 3rd imposition of martial law, triggering a political crisis and successive impeachm...

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