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Seoul's "Convenience Stores" Combat Loneliness Crisis

Seoul's four "warm-hearted convenience stores," opened in March, combat loneliness by providing free food, social interaction, and a welcoming space, exceeding initial visitor projections by four times, addressing the rising number of socially isolated individuals in the city.

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North Korea Removes Border Loudspeakers, Signaling Potential De-escalation

On Saturday, North Korea began removing loudspeakers from the inter-Korean border following a similar move by South Korea, potentially easing tensions; this action follows months of reciprocal propaganda broadcasts and comes amid a policy shift by South Korea's new liberal president.

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South Korea's Managed Multiculturalism: Balancing Economic Needs with Social Cohesion

South Korea, grappling with a declining birthrate and aging population, is actively integrating its growing immigrant population (4.1% or 2.11 million) through government-led programs focusing on language support and cultural adaptation, but faces challenges regarding worker exploitation and the nee...

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US, South Korea to Hold Large-Scale Military Exercises Amid North Korean Tensions

South Korea and the US will conduct their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercises from August 18th for 10 days, involving thousands of soldiers, to enhance their defense against North Korea; this may further strain already tense relations.

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GHB-Detecting Tattoo Sticker Offers Instant Drink Tampering Protection

South Korean scientists created a temporary tattoo sticker that instantly detects GHB in drinks; changing from yellow to red within one second upon contact with as little as 0.01 micrograms of GHB per milliliter, offering a discreet and easy-to-use personal safety measure.

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South Korea Removes Border Loudspeakers to Ease Tensions with North Korea

South Korea has begun removing propaganda loudspeakers along its border with North Korea to de-escalate tensions, a move by the newly elected liberal government aimed at improving relations with Pyongyang following the previous conservative government's hardline approach.

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North Korea Dismantles Border Loudspeakers

South Korea's military reported that North Korea removed some border propaganda loudspeakers, a reciprocal step following Seoul's June decision to halt its own broadcasts; this de-escalation reflects President Lee Jae Myung's efforts to improve inter-Korean relations.

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Korean War Orphan's Dramatic Escape and Adoption

Milton Washington, born to a Korean mother and a Black American soldier in South Korea, escaped an orphanage and was adopted by a US military family in 1977, highlighting the complex legacies of the Korean War and Amerasian identity.

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US-South Korea Joint Military Drills to Counter North Korean Threats

South Korea and the US will conduct large-scale joint military drills, Ulchi Freedom Shield, from August 18th to 28th, involving approximately 18,000 South Korean troops, to counter North Korean threats, despite stalled diplomacy and North Korea's closer ties with Russia.

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SK Group Completes Vingroup Divestment, Reallocating $1 Billion for AI and Semiconductor Investments

South Korea's SK Group fully divested its stake in Vietnam's Vingroup, recovering its initial $1 billion investment, as part of a larger portfolio rebalancing plan to free up $58 billion by 2026 for investments in AI and semiconductors.

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South Korean Student Arrested by ICE Despite Valid Visa, Sparking International Outcry

Yeonsoo Go, a South Korean student at Purdue University, was arrested by ICE on July 31st in New York City for allegedly overstaying her visa, which her lawyer claims is valid until December; her detention in Louisiana has sparked protests and diplomatic engagement from South Korea.

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BTS's Live Album Debuts in Billboard 200 Top 10

BTS's first live album, "Permission to Dance On Stage (Live)", debuted at No. 10 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling 43,000 equivalent units in its first week, marking a rare success for a live album and a comeback for the band after completing mandatory military service.

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