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Foreign Ministry warns Korean religious group to evacuate from Israel amid escalating tensions
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - Amid rising conflicts between Israel and militant groups like Hezbollah and Hamas, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) Tuesday issued an urgent evacuation warning for a religious group of 180 Koreans currently in Israel. Israel is a key pilgrimage destination for Korean Christians, who visit holy sites such as Jerusalem, believed to be the location of Jesus' crucifixion and tomb, and Bethlehem, regarded as His birthplace. The country attracts around t
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PHOTOS: Seoul mayor, ruling party discuss excluding Filipino domestic workers from minimum wage rule
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon and Na Kyung-won, a ruling People Power Party lawmaker, jointly hosted a policy seminar at the National Assembly on Tuesday to discuss a proposal to exclude Filipino domestic workers from the minimum wage rule.
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South Korea to increase financial aid for North Korean defectors
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - South Korea will boost financial assistance for North Korean defectors, as part of its budget plans for next year. The Unification Ministry said Tuesday that its proposed budget stands at 1.55 trillion Korean won (US$1.17 billion), down 3.7 percent from this year. However, the proposal includes a 50-percent increase in the initial lump-sum payment given to North Korean defectors to help them settle and adapt to their new life in South Korea. The proposal,
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Jeju's popularity wanes among Korean travelers: survey
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - Once a top destination for those seeking scenic beauty, gourmet food, and outdoor activities, the southern resort island of Jeju is losing its luster among Korean vacationers, according to a survey released Tuesday. Jeju, a favorite getaway for decades due to its proximity to Seoul and reputation as a tranquil retreat, is now struggling to maintain its allure. Rising costs have made it more expensive to visit Jeju than destinations in Southeast Asia, like Vi
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PHOTOS: Seoul fair showcases diverse holiday gifts
SEOUL, August 27 (AJU PRESS) - The 2024 Festive Gift Fair is being held at COEX in Seoul this week to showcasing new trends in the holiday gift industry, facilitate information exchange and stimulate distribution. Running from Monday to Thursday, various exhibition halls display a wide range of holiday gifts, including policy promotion items, household goods, traditional products, liquor, food and beverages, agricultural and fishery products, and health items. Participating exhibitors offe
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Korea swiftly secures COVID-19 treatments amid rising cases
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - Amid a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases over the past few weeks, Korea has swiftly secured some 177,000 doses of treatments, according to health authorities. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) said earlier this week that shipments totaling 262,000 doses have been arriving in phases since mid-August, with approximately 5,000 doses being administered daily. The number of COVID-19 cases has surged recently, increasing from 226 in the thir
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PHOTOS: Seoul intensifies traffic enforcement in school zones as new semester begins
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - The Seoul Metropolitan Government launched intensive traffic enforcement and guidance activities in school zones across the city on Monday. In collaboration with the police and 25 district offices, the authorities are conducting a special crackdown on traffic violations in 1,684 child protection zones, from Aug. 26 to Sept. 4, coinciding with the start of the new school semester. The effort targets parking violations, helmetless motorcyclists, and vehicles exceedin
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China's diplomatic dilemma in Myanmar's escalating conflict
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - China finds itself in a precarious position as it attempts to mediate between Myanmar's military junta and ethnic armed groups. This development follows significant advances by rebel forces in northern Myanmar, where ethnic armies had captured several strategic towns and military bases in Shan State earlier this month. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's recent meeting with junta leader Min Aung Hlaing, the first since the 2021 coup, signaled Beijing&
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Global tech giants urge Malaysia to halt social media licensing plan
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - Meta, Google, Amazon, and X, formerly known as Twitter, have called on Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to suspend plans for mandatory licensing of social media platforms. The Asia Internet Coalition (AIC), representing these companies, sent an open letter expressing concerns about the lack of transparency in the government's proposal. The Malaysian government said last month that social media and messaging platforms with over 8 million registered
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Former Bollywood star highlights safety concerns for Indian women
SEOUL, August 27 (AJP) - Former Bollywood actress Twinkle Khanna has gained attention for stating that Indian women are safer with ghosts than with men, referring to a recent sexual assault incident at a hospital in Kolkata, West Bengal. Earlier this month, a 31-year-old female resident doctor was sexually assaulted and then murdered at the national hospital after entering a seminar room to rest following dinner. The suspect has been identified as a volunteer who was taking care of
August 27, 2024
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Opinion: Isn't it time for Christian street protesters to fold up the tent?
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Kishida supports President Yoon's vision for Korean reunification
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PHOTOS: Waterproofing work on King Sejong statue at Gwanghwamun Plaza
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Giant lobster balloon amuses visitors to popular lake in southern Seoul
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PHOTOS: Korea Stage Festa to feature over 140 performances across the nation
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Musinsa hosts beauty festival in Seoul's Seongsu District
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KHNP to invest in U.S. developer of small reactors
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PHOTOS: Giant lobster statue attracts Seoulites to Seokchon Lake
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Korea mandates battery information disclosure for electric vehicles
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Netanyahu insists on Israeli control of strategic Gaza border area