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S. Korean presidential office anticipates supply chain cooperation with Cuba for EV batteries
SEOUL -- South Korea's presidential office aspires to cooperate in the mineral supply chain sector following the establishment of diplomatic relations with Cuba. The Latin American country, well-known for its socialist and communist roots, is the world's fifth-largest producer of nickel, a critical material for secondary batteries, rechargeable batteries that are mainly used for the operation of electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Along with manganese and cobalt,
February 19, 2024 -
BTS' J-Hope writes heartfelt letter to fans to commemorate birthday
SEOUL -- BTS member Jeong Ho-seok, known by his stage name J-Hope, has written a heartfelt letter to fans awaiting the discharge of the 30-year-old dancer from the military. Like any other ordinary South Korean man, Jeong is serving his country as a conscripted soldier. J-Hope began his mandatory military service in April 2023. He was the second BTS member to enlist after Jin, who joined the Army in December 2022. Due to South Korea's technical state of war with North Korea, a
February 19, 2024 -
S. Koreans express fury towards national football association head over coach Klinsmann's dismissal
SEOUL -- South Korean football fans are expressing outrage towards Chung Mong-gyu, the head of the country's football association who notified Jurgen Klinsmann, the former head coach of the national men's football team, of his dismissal. Although the German coach was sacked amid controversies over his insufficient leadership, football fans claim the football federation's president bears greater responsibility. The 59-year-old German coach was fired by the Korea Footbal
February 16, 2024 -
Number of working S. Korean elderly reaches 5.7 mln in January 2024, up 6 percent year-on-year
SEOUL -- Recent data released by South Korea's state statistical information service has shown that the number of working South Koreans aged 60 and older reached 5,404,000 as of January 2024, up six percent compared to the same period last year. However, employed South Koreans in their 20s decreased by 1.3 percent year-on-year. South Korea is facing rapid aging, with estimates indicating that by 2073, about 30 percent of the population will be aged 75 years and older. This dem
February 16, 2024 -
Robot maker Robotis provides autonomous delivery robot to Japanese hospital
SEOUL -- GAEMI, an autonomous delivery robot created by South Korea's robot developer Robotis, has been deployed at a general hospital run by Japan's major medical group Tokushukai. Depending on the result of the test run, the Japanese hospital will adopt the self-driving robot, which can travel between floors using an elevator. Gaemi means ant in Korean and the word is also used to describe a hard-working person. Robotis said in a statement Shonan Kamakura General Hospit
February 16, 2024 -
BLACKPINK agency to seek new K-pop artists through audition in Japan
SEOUL -- Girl band BLACKPINK's agency YG Entertainment will collaborate with Japan's entertainment agency Avex to hold an audition in Japan. Regardless of nationality and gender, anyone born between 2003 and 2013 can apply for the audition, which seeks talented K-pop artists. YG Entertainment said the "YG x Avex Audition 2024" will take place in seven cities in Japan in April, starting in Sapporo on April 7. The other six cities include Nagoya, Fukuoka, Osaka, a
February 16, 2024 -
LG Chem to work with food company CJ Cheiljedang for eco-friendly nylon business
SEOUL -- South Korea's major chemical company LG Chem has partnered with CJ Cheiljedang, a key subsidiary of South Korea's food and entertainment giant CJ Group, to establish a joint plant for bio nylon. The eco-friendly nylon, utilized in automotive, electronic devices, and textile industries, has the potential to significantly reduce carbon emissions. Bio nylon is derived from green materials like corn and sugarcane and offers high heat resistance and durability, similar
February 15, 2024 -
[OPINION] Britain's Royal Family is Important for Them – and Us
KENOSHA -- King Charles III of Britain is undergoing treatment for cancer. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak added to the public announcement that the health challenge had been &ld
February 15, 2024 -
S. Korea establishes diplomatic ties with Cuba
SEOUL -- South Korea and Cuba promised to stay as good friends by formalizing diplomatic relations between Seoul and Havana, despite escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula. The Latin American country, well-known for its socialist and communist roots, is now South Korea's 193rd ally. South Korea sees this diplomatic establishment as a crucial milestone in strengthening its presence in Central and South America. The formalization of diplomatic relations between South Korea
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Pulmuone selected as top S. Korean food company in corporate sustainability assessment
SEOUL -- South Korea's food company Pulmuone has received the highest score among domestic food makers in the sustainability assessment by S&P Global, a New York-based credit rating agency. In the global sustainability evaluation, which involved 260 food companies, the Seoul-based food provider secured the fifth position. S&P Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) is recognized as a globally trusted indicator in the field of corporate sustainability evaluation and i
February 14, 2024
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Global tech firms to present smart manufacturing solutions at 'Smart Factory + Automation World' in Seoul
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Occult thriller film 'Exhuma' attracts more than 10 mln moviegoers in 35 days of release
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Education company Visang provides smart Korean language learning platform 'Klass' to Vietnamese universities
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LS Cable embarks on construction of plant for new copper foil material
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Seoul's bus labor union launches strike for first time in 12 years
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Turkish automotive association seeks partnership with S. Korean companies
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US political turmoil reflects our wider society – in 2024 and earlier elections
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S. Korean mobility solution company targets historical city as gateway to Viet Nam
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Avikus validates fuel-saving effect of self-sailing solution 'HiNAS Control'
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Life expectancy in South Korea decreases for first time since 2000