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Deepfake Pornography Crisis in South Korean Schools

Deepfake pornography targeting South Korean teachers has caused widespread emotional distress and professional disruption, with over 500 schools affected and thousands of cases reported in 2024, revealing systemic failures in addressing online sexual harassment and inadequate legal responses.

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South Korea's Birthrate Rises After Eight-Year Decline, But Challenges Remain

South Korea's birthrate rose to 0.75 in 2024, reversing an eight-year decline to a record low, potentially due to a 14.9 percent increase in marriages; however, this remains far below the 2.1 rate needed to sustain the population, and the country faces a looming demographic crisis.

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Mass Protests Planned in Seoul Amidst Yun Suk-yeol Impeachment".

Tens of thousands of South Koreans will protest in Seoul on Saturday for and against the impeachment of President Yun Suk-yeol, following his failed December 3rd attempt to impose martial law; police are preparing for large-scale demonstrations and traffic controls.

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South Korea Eases Sanctions on Medical Exports to Russia and Belarus

South Korea is easing export controls on medical equipment to Russia and Belarus, requiring only prior notification instead of individual permits, starting Friday, a move mirroring recent US actions and aimed at facilitating humanitarian supplies while maintaining monitoring.

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South Korea's Fertility Rate Rises for First Time in Nine Years

South Korea's fertility rate rose to 0.75 in 2024, the first increase in nine years, driven by a 14.9% jump in marriages, despite the country's population still shrinking by 120,000 in 2024.

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Robot Malfunctions Raise Safety Concerns After Several Incidents Result in Injuries and Death

A malfunctioning humanoid robot lunged at a crowd at a Chinese festival on February 9, prompting concerns over safety in the wake of similar incidents, including a Tesla worker injured by a robot and a South Korean worker crushed to death by one in recent months.

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South Korea Considers Nuclear Weapons Amidst Concerns Over US Security Guarantees

Donald Trump's contentious meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has prompted South Korea to consider developing its own nuclear weapons due to concerns over US security guarantees and North Korea's nuclear program, potentially leading to regional escalation.

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Online Hate Targets Families of South Korea Plane Crash Victims

A South Korean plane crash on December 29th, 2023, resulted in the deaths of 179 passengers; eight people were arrested for spreading online hate speech against the victims' families, prompting a discussion of the societal factors fueling this behavior, and the need for stronger regulations.

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South Korea Sees First Rise in Births in Nine Years

South Korea's 2024 birth rate saw an increase of 8,300 to 238,300 babies, the first rise in nine years, with the fertility rate rising to 0.75; experts attribute this partly to post-pandemic marriage increases and a larger 30-year-old population, yet long-term impacts remain uncertain.

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Japanese Fan Under Investigation for Allegedly Harassing BTS's Jin

A Japanese woman faces a South Korean police investigation for allegedly sexually harassing K-pop star Jin, a member of BTS, with a kiss during a fan event in Seoul on June 13, 2024, prompting a criminal complaint from another fan and raising concerns about fan behavior.

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Yoon's Impeachment Trial: South Korea's Martial Law Crisis

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces impeachment for his December 3rd martial law declaration, which caused political chaos and prompted his arrest on rebellion charges; the Constitutional Court will decide his fate by mid-March.

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Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached Following Martial Law Decree

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces impeachment after his December 3rd martial law declaration caused political chaos, impacting financial markets and international relations; the Constitutional Court will rule by mid-March.

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