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#football

Bayern Munich loanee Hyunju Lee makes South Korea squad, creating a sizable Bayern contingent

Lee Hyun-ju's rapid rise in football has led to his first call-up to the South Korean national team.

Son lauds Palestine spirit as example to follow

Palestine's surprising draw against South Korea exemplifies their resilience amidst tough conditions and ongoing conflicts.

Why Thomas Muller should retire in the K League, not the MLS

Thomas Müller could benefit from considering a move to the K League, which is popular in South Korea and has a growing football fan base.

Bayern Munich loanee Hyunju Lee makes South Korea squad, creating a sizable Bayern contingent

Lee Hyun-ju's rapid rise in football has led to his first call-up to the South Korean national team.

Son lauds Palestine spirit as example to follow

Palestine's surprising draw against South Korea exemplifies their resilience amidst tough conditions and ongoing conflicts.

Why Thomas Muller should retire in the K League, not the MLS

Thomas Müller could benefit from considering a move to the K League, which is popular in South Korea and has a growing football fan base.
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#dogecoin

Dogecoin, XRP Trading Volumes Flip Bitcoin's in South Korea

XRP and Dogecoin are experiencing higher trading volumes and price surges compared to Bitcoin, driven by regulatory factors and endorsements.

Dogecoin Craze Grips Korea, Fuels Price Premium on Local Giants Upbit and Bithumb

Korean exchanges show a growing demand for DOGE, creating a premium relative to Binance.

Dogecoin, XRP Trading Volumes Flip Bitcoin's in South Korea

XRP and Dogecoin are experiencing higher trading volumes and price surges compared to Bitcoin, driven by regulatory factors and endorsements.

Dogecoin Craze Grips Korea, Fuels Price Premium on Local Giants Upbit and Bithumb

Korean exchanges show a growing demand for DOGE, creating a premium relative to Binance.
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Does South Korea have what it takes to become a leading space nation?

South Korea aims to become a top-five space power by 2045, targeting a 10% share of the global space market.
KASA's success relies on private-sector readiness and innovation to support ambitious space missions.

Kim Min-jae is doing his national military service while with Bayern Munich

Mandatory military service reasons for South Korean athletes interrupt careers, but winning medals can provide temporary exemptions and lighter duties.

Man caught trying to smuggle hundreds of tarantulas on a plane

A South Korean man was arrested at Lima's airport for attempting to smuggle endangered wildlife, including hundreds of tarantulas and other species.
#north-korea

North Korea blows up parts of inter-Korean roads as tensions with South Korea soar

North Korea's destruction of inter-Korean roads marks escalating tensions and a rejection of previous peace efforts with South Korea.

South Korea mulls aiding Ukraine amid reports North Korea to assist Russia

South Korea is contemplating supplying weapons to Ukraine in response to growing military collaboration between North Korea and Russia.

Ukraine updates: NATO says N. Korea troops escalate conflict DW 10/21/2024

South Korea protests the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia, citing threats to regional security and violations of international law.

North Korea launches ballistic missile towards sea: South Korean military

North Korea's recent missile launch heightens regional tensions amid US presidential elections and ongoing military advancements.

North Korea says it redefined South as 'hostile state' DW 10/17/2024

North Korea has redefined South Korea as a 'hostile state' in its constitution, reflecting escalating tensions and severing infrastructure links.

North Korea blows up road, rail links with hostile state' South Korea

North Korea's military actions are driven by a newly defined hostile stance towards South Korea, escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

North Korea blows up parts of inter-Korean roads as tensions with South Korea soar

North Korea's destruction of inter-Korean roads marks escalating tensions and a rejection of previous peace efforts with South Korea.

South Korea mulls aiding Ukraine amid reports North Korea to assist Russia

South Korea is contemplating supplying weapons to Ukraine in response to growing military collaboration between North Korea and Russia.

Ukraine updates: NATO says N. Korea troops escalate conflict DW 10/21/2024

South Korea protests the deployment of North Korean troops in Russia, citing threats to regional security and violations of international law.

North Korea launches ballistic missile towards sea: South Korean military

North Korea's recent missile launch heightens regional tensions amid US presidential elections and ongoing military advancements.

North Korea says it redefined South as 'hostile state' DW 10/17/2024

North Korea has redefined South Korea as a 'hostile state' in its constitution, reflecting escalating tensions and severing infrastructure links.

North Korea blows up road, rail links with hostile state' South Korea

North Korea's military actions are driven by a newly defined hostile stance towards South Korea, escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
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#lee-jae-myung

South Korean opposition leader convicted for violating election law

Lee Jae-myung intends to appeal a ruling that may prevent him from running for president in 2027 due to election law violations.

South Korea: opposition leader handed suspended jail term DW 11/15/2024

Lee Jae-myung was found guilty of breaching electoral rules, sentenced to one year in prison, and plans to appeal the decision.

South Korean opposition leader convicted for violating election law

Lee Jae-myung intends to appeal a ruling that may prevent him from running for president in 2027 due to election law violations.

South Korea: opposition leader handed suspended jail term DW 11/15/2024

Lee Jae-myung was found guilty of breaching electoral rules, sentenced to one year in prison, and plans to appeal the decision.
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#feminism

Why Trump's win has sparked a 4B feminist movement' with roots in S Korea

Women in the U.S. are embracing the 4B movement, inspired by a South Korean feminist initiative, as a response to male violence and sexism.

Feminist celibacy movement 4B is trending in the US after Trump's win

The 4B movement's relevance surged in the U.S. after Donald Trump's election, as more women advocate for abstaining from relationships with men.

As 4B takes the world by storm, South Korea is grappling with a backlash against feminism

Young American women are increasingly supporting the South Korean 4B movement, which advocates for rejecting traditional relationships as a stand against patriarchal structures.

What is the 4B movement and why is it on the rise after Trump's victory?

The 4B movement signifies a powerful feminist response to perceived misogyny and societal expectations.
Young South Korean women are using social media to protest against relationships with men as a repudiation of systemic oppression.

Why Trump's win has sparked a 4B feminist movement' with roots in S Korea

Women in the U.S. are embracing the 4B movement, inspired by a South Korean feminist initiative, as a response to male violence and sexism.

Feminist celibacy movement 4B is trending in the US after Trump's win

The 4B movement's relevance surged in the U.S. after Donald Trump's election, as more women advocate for abstaining from relationships with men.

As 4B takes the world by storm, South Korea is grappling with a backlash against feminism

Young American women are increasingly supporting the South Korean 4B movement, which advocates for rejecting traditional relationships as a stand against patriarchal structures.

What is the 4B movement and why is it on the rise after Trump's victory?

The 4B movement signifies a powerful feminist response to perceived misogyny and societal expectations.
Young South Korean women are using social media to protest against relationships with men as a repudiation of systemic oppression.
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#donald-trump

Trump's comeback fuels nuclear debate in South Korea DW 11/14/2024

South Korean officials are discussing the possibility of developing nuclear capabilities amid uncertainty regarding U.S. support under Trump's presidency.

Data Sheet: Prepare for reduced LLM speed ahead

Recent U.S. election results have led to rapid discussions and adjustments among business leaders and industries regarding future policies and strategies.

Trump plan to charge for US troops shocks Seoul DW 10/22/2024

Trump claimed South Korea would pay over $10 billion annually for U.S. forces if he were president, sparking concerns in Seoul.

Trump's comeback fuels nuclear debate in South Korea DW 11/14/2024

South Korean officials are discussing the possibility of developing nuclear capabilities amid uncertainty regarding U.S. support under Trump's presidency.

Data Sheet: Prepare for reduced LLM speed ahead

Recent U.S. election results have led to rapid discussions and adjustments among business leaders and industries regarding future policies and strategies.

Trump plan to charge for US troops shocks Seoul DW 10/22/2024

Trump claimed South Korea would pay over $10 billion annually for U.S. forces if he were president, sparking concerns in Seoul.
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South Korean police arrest 215 people in suspected $228m crypto scam

The largest cryptocurrency investment scam in South Korea involved 215 arrests and $228.4 million in fraudulent gains.
#electric-vehicles

BYD to face Tesla in new market [Feature]

BYD will enter South Korea's passenger car market in early 2025, competing directly with Tesla.

Why Hyundai, Samsung And Korea's Firms May Stay Ahead In The Trump Era

South Korea's battery firms are poised to maintain U.S. investments despite potential policy reversals under a new Trump administration.

BYD to face Tesla in new market [Feature]

BYD will enter South Korea's passenger car market in early 2025, competing directly with Tesla.

Why Hyundai, Samsung And Korea's Firms May Stay Ahead In The Trump Era

South Korea's battery firms are poised to maintain U.S. investments despite potential policy reversals under a new Trump administration.
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South Korean Police Arrest 215 in Suspected $232M Crypto Investment Scam Investigation: Yonhap

A YouTuber led a fake investment scam that defrauded over 15,000 investors in South Korea, amassing $232 million from worthless tokens.

Southeast Asian nations amend semiconductor strategies

Southeast Asian nations are reforming semiconductor strategies to adapt to geopolitical shifts and enhance global competitiveness.
#womens-rights

In South Korea, deepfake porn wrecks women's lives and deepens gender conflict

Deepfake porn content has caused significant trauma among South Korean women, prompting parliament to criminalize its possession.

The tragedy of 4B: Scissoring out the patriarchy, but not scissoring each other

Living in straight culture is challenging for homosexuals, revealing a need for deeper discussions on identity and autonomy beyond traditional heterosexual norms.

In South Korea, deepfake porn wrecks women's lives and deepens gender conflict

Deepfake porn content has caused significant trauma among South Korean women, prompting parliament to criminalize its possession.

The tragedy of 4B: Scissoring out the patriarchy, but not scissoring each other

Living in straight culture is challenging for homosexuals, revealing a need for deeper discussions on identity and autonomy beyond traditional heterosexual norms.
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Will Trump Rekindle a Bromance With Kim Jong-un? South Koreans Worry.

Trump's 2024 campaign highlights concerns over his approach to U.S.-South Korea relations and warm talks with Kim Jong-un.

Ange: Hope to work with S. Korea on Son fitness

Collaboration between club and country is crucial for Son Heung-Min's health and performance as he prepares for upcoming international matches.
#regulation

APAC Concerns Grow Over Foreign AI Monopolies, Competition

Japan and South Korea are investigating the competitive landscape of generative AI to prevent anti-competitive practices as the market expands rapidly.

Korean art market to benefit from new regulations

Recent regulatory changes in South Korea aim to enhance international visibility and accessibility for the country's artists.

APAC Concerns Grow Over Foreign AI Monopolies, Competition

Japan and South Korea are investigating the competitive landscape of generative AI to prevent anti-competitive practices as the market expands rapidly.

Korean art market to benefit from new regulations

Recent regulatory changes in South Korea aim to enhance international visibility and accessibility for the country's artists.
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Two dead, 12 missing after fishing boat sinks off South Korea

South Korean President mobilizes resources for survivors after fishing boat capsizes, highlighting government commitment to rescue operations.
At least two confirmed dead, 12 missing after Geumseong capsizes off Jeju Island.

What is the 4B movement? Women practice no-sex in a quest to regain rights post-election

The #4BMovement encourages women to disengage from heterosexual relationships as a form of empowerment, inspired by the movement's origins in South Korea.

How South Korean trade would respond to Trump tariffs

South Korean firms may increase U.S. investment in response to potential U.S. tariff hikes under the new administration.
#meta

Meta slapped with a $15 million fine by South Korea. Here's why

South Korea fined Meta $15 million for illegally collecting sensitive user information without consent, highlighting increased scrutiny on the company's data practices.

Meta found to have exposed info on North Korean defectors to advertisers | TechCrunch

Meta fined $15.7 million for unauthorized processing of sensitive user data in South Korea.

Meta slapped with a $15 million fine by South Korea. Here's why

South Korea fined Meta $15 million for illegally collecting sensitive user information without consent, highlighting increased scrutiny on the company's data practices.

Meta found to have exposed info on North Korean defectors to advertisers | TechCrunch

Meta fined $15.7 million for unauthorized processing of sensitive user data in South Korea.
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South Korea fines Meta about $15 million over collection of user data

Meta fined for unauthorized collection of sensitive user data in South Korea.
980,000 South Korean users' sensitive data was shared with advertisers without consent.
Meta mismanaged data requests and allowed data breaches affecting users.

The World

The entry of aid trucks into Gaza is at an all-time low, prompting alarming reports from aid agencies.

This Week In Running: October 28, 2024

Diverse trail running events showcased historic performances and international competition in Asia and Arizona.
Riley Brady's victory in Arizona's Javelina 100 marked a significant moment for women in ultra-running.

Seoul alarmed over Trump wanting billions more for US troops DW 10/22/2024

Trump claims South Korea would pay $10 billion annually for US troops, sparking concerns in Seoul as he campaigns for presidency.

7 Countries Spending Billions to Strengthen Their War Machines

Japan and South Korea are significantly raising their defense budgets, influenced by global military trends.
#han-kang

South Korean author Han Kang wins 2024 Nobel Prize in literature

Han Kang is the first Korean and the eighteenth woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, celebrated for her poetic and experimental prose.

South Korean Han Kang wins Nobel Prize in literature 2024 DW 10/10/2024

Han Kang becomes the first South Korean and first Asian woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature for her poetic prose confronting historical traumas.

What to know about Han Kang, winner of the 2024 Nobel Prize in literature

Han Kang's Nobel Prize win is groundbreaking for South Korea and represents a shift in literary recognition towards younger authors.

Han Kang's books sell out as South Korea celebrates her Nobel prize in literature

Han Kang's Nobel Prize win sparked an immediate surge in book sales and nationwide celebration in South Korea.

South Korean author Han Kang wins 2024 Nobel Prize in literature

Han Kang is the first Korean and the eighteenth woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, celebrated for her poetic and experimental prose.

South Korean Han Kang wins Nobel Prize in literature 2024 DW 10/10/2024

Han Kang becomes the first South Korean and first Asian woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature for her poetic prose confronting historical traumas.

What to know about Han Kang, winner of the 2024 Nobel Prize in literature

Han Kang's Nobel Prize win is groundbreaking for South Korea and represents a shift in literary recognition towards younger authors.

Han Kang's books sell out as South Korea celebrates her Nobel prize in literature

Han Kang's Nobel Prize win sparked an immediate surge in book sales and nationwide celebration in South Korea.
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Starlink set for South Korea by 2025-pending approval

Starlink services are expected to launch in South Korea by early 2025, pending regulatory approval.

Private 5G network sets sail with Republic of Korea Navy | Computer Weekly

Korea's Navy is deploying a private 5G network with Samsung and KT to enhance operational support and security.
The project will leverage AI and 5G technologies to improve connectivity and data management.

Former Seoul Police Chief Acquitted in Halloween Crowd Crush Case

The former Seoul police chief was acquitted of negligence charges related to the fatal 2022 Halloween crowd crush due to insufficient evidence.

Sumo Logic expands into South Korea | App Developer Magazine

Sumo Logic expands into South Korea, enhancing DevSecOps capabilities through local AWS deployment for log analytics and compliance with regional regulations.

South Korean Comedian Admits To Illegal Gambling

Lee Jin-ho admitted to illegal gambling and expressed commitment to repay debts, apologizing for disappointing fans and facing legal consequences.

She felt trapped in her corporate job in NYC, so she quit and moved to South Korea. Now, she lives alone in a $640-a-month loft.

Chen Teng's decision to move to South Korea transformed her life from corporate stress to fulfilling freelance and modeling opportunities.

One of the World's Loneliest Countries Finds Companionship in Dogs

The growing trend of pet ownership in South Korea reflects changing societal dynamics, with more individuals seeking companionship as traditional family structures evolve.

In The Last of the Sea Women,' Divers Face a Vanishing Way of Life

The haenyeo are aging free divers in Jeju, South Korea, facing cultural decline, yet striving to preserve their unique heritage.

South Korea Pledges 65 Trillion Won Investment in AI - Targets Global Top Three Spot by 2027

South Korea plans to invest $49 billion in AI to become a leading global player by 2027.

Philippines, S. Korea boost ties amid threats from neighbors DW 10/07/2024

South Korea and the Philippines have formed a 'strategic partnership' to enhance security cooperation amid threats from China and North Korea.
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