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'Parasite' star Lee Sun-kyun's posthumous film conjures Korea's political upheaval
SEOUL, August 22 (AJU PRESS) -Director Choo Chang-min's latest film takes a fresh approach to the watershed moments of political upheaval in Korea's modern history. "Land of Happiness," released last week, is set against the backdrop of the assassination of former strongman Park Chung-hee in the late 1970s. The courtroom drama intertwines fiction and history to explore how hegemonic power can distort truth. By examining the assassination through a legal lens, th
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Japan businessman indicted in China on espionage charges
SEOUL, August 22 (AJU PRESS) - A Japanese businessman detained in Beijing since March 2023 on suspicion of espionage has been indicted by Chinese prosecutors, potentially prolonging his time in custody, Kyodo News reported. The man, an executive at Astellas Pharma Inc's local subsidiary and former senior official of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China, was detained on March 20, 2023, just before his scheduled return to Japan. He was formally arrested in Octobe
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Hezbollah retaliates against Israeli strikes, firing rockets into Golan heights
SEOUL, August 22 (AJU PRESS) - Hezbollah fired several rockets at the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights in response to Israeli airstrikes deep within Lebanon, heightening fears of a wider conflict. The Israeli military said its airstrikes targeted Hezbollah's weapons storage facilities in the Bekaa Valley, which led to one death and 30 injuries, according to the Lebanese health ministry. In retaliation, Hezbollah, backed by Iran, launched rockets at Israeli military positions in
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Unidentified attacks set Greek oil tanker on fire in Red Sea
SEOUL, August 22 (AJU PRESS) - A Greek-owned oil tanker, the Sounion, is currently on fire and adrift in the Red Sea after being attacked, as confirmed by British and Greek authorities. The incident occurred early Wednesday when two small boats opened fire on the vessel approximately 77 nautical miles west of the Yemeni port of Hudaydah, according to the U.K. Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). Following the initial gunfire, the tanker was struck by three unidentified projectiles, le
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China, Russia pledge to deepen comprehensive strategic partnership
SEOUL, August 22 (AJU PRESS) -Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on Wednesday co-chaired the 29th regular meeting between Chinese and Russian heads of government in Moscow. Li stated that China is ready to work with Russia to strengthen all-round practical cooperation between the two countries and elevate the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination to a new level. Analysts commented that the China-Russia relationship rem
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BTS member's DUI arrest sparks push for harsher electric scooter penalties
SEOUL, August 22 (AJU PRESS) - Lawmakers have proposed stricter penalties for drunk-driving and unlicensed operation of electric scooters and kickboards following a recent incident involving BTS member Suga. Suga, who is currently serving his mandatory military service, was arrested earlier this month after falling off his electric scooter while intoxicated in Seoul's Yongsan district. The incident sparked public concern over the safety of these personal mobility devices (PMs
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Chinese officials criticize EU over electric vehicle investigation
SEOUL, August 22 (AJU PRESS) -Chinese officials and industry representatives on Wednesday strongly condemned the European Commission (EC) for its recent draft findings in an anti-subsidy investigation against Chinese electric vehicles (EVs). They warn that the EU's protectionist actions seriously undermine mutual trust and cooperation between China and the EU, damaging Chinese firms' confidence in the EU market. The EC's announcement, which maintains hefty tariff rates
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OPINION: Why North Korea may find South's new vision for reunification provocative
SEOUL, August 22 (AJU PRESS) - Every year, on Aug. 15, there is a public holiday in South Korea to commemorate the day the Korean Peninsula was liberated from Japanese colonial rule. On this day, there is a longstanding tradition whereby South Korean presidents outline their vision for Korean reunification – Korea has been divided between the North and South since 1945. But the country's current president, Yoon Suk Yeol, proposed a new approach this year. Rather than empha
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PHOTOS: Riot Games' Valorant Champions finals coming to Korea
SEOUL, August 21 (AJU PRESS) - Riot Games, a U.S. esports powerhouse, held a press conference in Seoul on Wednesday, two days before the Valorant Champions 2024 finals. "Our Champions Seoul has been one of our most successful events ever," said John Needham, president of publishing and esports. The final matches are scheduled to take place from Friday to Sunday at Inspire Arena in Incheon, west of Seoul. Following an hour-long Q&A session, Julie and Natty from the multination
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OPINION: Korea Exercises Highlight Japan, South Korea and U.S.
KENOSHA, August 21 (AJU PRESS) - South Korea and the United States on August 19 began regular annual military exercises, including operations geared toward North Korea, but this year there is a difference. Japan is a more visible defense partner in the Pacific and beyond This follows directly from a Camp David summit last year hosted by President Biden that included the prime ministers of both Japan and South Korea. The resulting agreement greatly changes the dynamics of the balance
August 21, 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