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OPINION: US voters say they're ready for woman president − but sexist attitudes still go along with opposition to Harris
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Since President Joe Biden exited the presidential race on July 21, 2024, and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic presidential nominee, Harris' campaign has generated widespread enthusiasm and attention. She quickly became the official Democratic presidential nominee and erased Donald Trump's lead over Biden in national and swing-state polling. Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, have also drawn tens of thou
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New variant drives sharp increase in COVID-related hospitalizations
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - A recent wave of COVID-19 cases has led to a rise in hospitalizations during the third week of August, the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KCDA) said Friday. From Aug. 11 to 17, the number of COVID-related hospitalizations surged nearly fourfold, with the number of patients rising from around 465 to 1,464 in just a few weeks. Patients with COVID-19 now account for 70.3 percent of all respiratory disease cases, up from 32.4 percent in
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PHOTOS: Meet diverse animals at Seoul Children's Grand Park Zoo
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Seoul Children's Grand Park Zoo is home to about 600 animals across 60 different species. Following last year's escape incident involving Sero the zebra, the zoo has intensified its efforts to enhance animal safety and welfare.
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Thailand detects Asia's first case of new mpox strain
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Thailand has become the first Asian country to confirm a case of the new mpox virus strain, clade Ib, according to The Bankok Post. The patient, a 66-year-old European male who arrived in Bangkok from Africa, tested positive last week. The Department of Disease Control (DDC) has identified 43 close contacts of the patient, who are now under 21-day surveillance. Thai health authorities are intensifying screening measures at all international entry point
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Travelers from Korea to Japan increase this month despite earthquake concerns
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Despite concerns about major earthquakes following a magnitude 7.1 earthquake in Japan this month, the number of travelers flying from Korea to Japan has increased compared to last year. According to data from Incheon International Airport Corp. and Korea Airports Corp., about 1,385,000 travelers used Japan routes, including both departures and arrivals, at domestic airports from Aug. 1 to 20. This represents a 20.8 percent increase from a year ago
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PHOTOS: Wangsan Beach beckons with camping, tidal flats, water fun
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Wangsan Beach, located on Yongyu Island in Incheon, is just an hour's drive from Seoul. The beach allows camping anywhere along its shores, and its gentle slope of the seabed makes it ideal for families with children. During low tide, visitors can explore tidal flats and collect shellfish, while high tide offers opportunities for various water activities such as jet skiing, surfing and yachting.
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Japan to launch project identifying frequent medical visitors among welfare recipients
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Japan's health ministry plans to implement a model project to swiftly identify welfare recipients who frequently visit the same medical institutions, using an online system linked to personal identification numbers, the Japan Times reported on Thursday. The initiative aims to provide necessary support and guidance to individuals before their medical visits become excessive. The project will utilize an online system containing information such as
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Korea, Paraguay sign trade, investment framework agreement
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Korea and Paraguay signed a Trade and Investment Promotion Framework (TIPF) in Seoul on Friday, paving the way for expanded economic cooperation. Paraguay is the second country in Mercosur, the South American trade bloc, with which Korea has signed a TIPF, following Brazil. The agreement was signed by Korea's Minister for Trade Cheong In-kyo (right) and Paraguay's Minister of Industry and Commerce Javier Giménez. Paraguay, which re
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Humanitarian aid reaches Darfur after border restrictions lifted
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - The World Food Programme (WFP) has announced that a convoy of humanitarian aid has entered Darfur, Sudan, offering temporary relief after Sudanese forces closed parts of the border with Chad to aid deliveries in February. On Wednesday, the United Nations agency reported that over a dozen trucks had delivered food to about 13,000 people suffering from famine in the Kereinik region of western Darfur. The WFP also mentioned that it has food supplies re
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Italian aircraft carrier makes maiden visit to Japan
SEOUL, August 23 (AJU PRESS) - Italy's flagship aircraft carrier Cavour docked at a Japanese naval base on Thursday, marking its first-ever visit to Japan as the European nation aims to expand its presence in the Indo-Pacific region, Kyodo News reported. The Cavour, accompanied by the frigate Alpino, arrived at the Maritime Self-Defense Force (MSDF) base in Yokosuka, south of Tokyo. The vessels are set to engage in joint exercises with Japanese forces during their five-day stay.
August 23, 2024
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S-Oil signs MOU with T'way Air for sustainable aviation fuel supply
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Korea's imports of Chinese EVs surpass 1 trillion won
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Hanwha Ocean commits to strengthening workplace safety following worker fatalities
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PHOTOS: Indian Embassy teases upcoming festival
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Taihan Cable wins first U.S. HVDC contract
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GS Caltex exports commercial-scale bio aviation fuel to Japan
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Samsung launching AI-based washer-dryer in Peru, Argentina
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USFK nominee warns of North Korean missile threats
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India's expanding medical device market presents opportunities for global companies
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UN reports Myanmar junta killed 5,350 civilians since 2021 coup