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PHOTOS: Secret Cold War-era bunker now art space in Seoul
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - Deep beneath a busy transit hub in Seoul's Yeouido district lies a once-secret underground bunker, now repurposed as an art gallery. The bunker, discovered in 2005 during the construction of a transit center, was supposedly built in the 1970s on orders from the then-head of South Korea's presidential security following the assassination of late President Park Chung-hee's wife. With no original plans or documents, the bunker's purpose remained a mys
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Opinion: The rise of China's sports powerhouse at the Paris Olympics
KARACHI, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - The Paris Olympics, which wrapped up on August 11, marked a historic milestone for China. The Chinese delegation secured 40 gold, 27 silver, and 24 bronze medals, setting a new record for their best performance in overseas competition. This success wasn't just about the medal count; it was a testament to China's growing dominance in global sports. The fierce rivalry between China and the U.S. played out until the final day, echoing the tension
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Opinion: Richard Nixon's Times – and Triumphs
KENOSHA, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - This month marks a half-century since President Richard M. Nixon resigned from office, so far the only chief executive officer of the United States to do so. As this indicates, his long career encompassed great failure, but he also enjoyed great triumphs. Nixon’s successes include important but rarely-mentioned 1957 civil rights legislation, the first since the Civil War era and a priority of the Eisenhower administration. The law created the
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Unification Ministry clarifies Yoon's vision for reunification between two Koreas
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - The Unification Ministry here Friday clarified President Yoon Suk Yeol's vision for reunification between the two Koreas, following his address during a ceremony marking Liberation Day the previous day. Yoon outlined his reunification strategy centered on three key principles: "freedom values," "changes in the North Korean populace," and "international solidarity." "Koreans must firmly establish the values an
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Pressure mounts on Netanyahu for Gaza ceasefire
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - Reports suggest that Israel's top defense officials are urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to agree to a ceasefire in Gaza. The situation has grown increasingly dire since the last negotiations in Qatar, with families of Israeli hostages in Gaza seeing this as the "final chance" to save their loved ones. In Gaza, the Hamas-run health ministry claims over 40,000 people have been killed since the conflict began, a figure referenced by bo
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Shinawatra set to become Thailand's youngest prime minister, continuing family legacy
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 37, is set to become Thailand's youngest and second female prime minister, following her father Thaksin's political footsteps. After Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's court-ordered dismissal, Paetongtarn secured parliamentary support to take office. This marks another chapter in the Shinawatra family's significant role in Thai politics. The daughter of former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn led the Pheu T
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India continues to increase imports from China while exports decline
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - India's imports from China are increasing in July while its exports to China have declined, The Economic Times reported Wednesday, citing data from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. India's exports to China in the month totaled $1.05 billion, marking a 9.44 percent decrease compared to the same period last year. Imports from China reached $10.28 billion, up 13.05 percent from a year ago. From April to July, data shows that India&rsq
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Hyundai Rotem secures additional order for double-decker cars in Boston
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - Hyundai Rotem has secured a $175.79 million (240 billion won) contract with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) to supply additional double-decker rail cars, the Korean train manufacturer announced Friday. This project, aimed at addressing growing commuter demand and replacing aging vehicles in Boston, marks Hyundai Rotem's third deal with MBTA, following contracts signed in 2008 and 2019. Deliveries for the previous order are
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Korea's dog meat market fades as ban looms amid changing perceptions
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - The scorching heatwave remains unabated even after the end of Malbok, the last of the three dog days, collectively called Sambok, in the traditional Korean calendar. Koreans have a seasonal ritual of eating nutritious dishes to combat the sweltering heat on these days. One of the dishes traditionally eaten to celebrate these hottest summer days used to be dog meat soup, known as bosintang. It was believed to replenish energy and maintain stamina. B
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Pulmuone reports record earnings in first half, fueled by food service and distribution
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - Korean food company Pulmuone posted record revenue and profits for the first half of 2024, driven by strong performance in food service and distribution businesses. Revenue increased by 5.2 percent year-on-year to 1.56 trillion won ($1.1 billion) for the first half of this year, the company said in a regulatory filing Wednesday. Operating profit surged 12 percent to 32.5 billion won. For the second quarter, revenue rose by 5 percent year-on-year to
August 16, 2024
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Battery cell damage from external impact may have caused last month's EV fire: forensic service
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KBS demands apology from Real Madrid after abrupt cancellation of K-pop concert
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PHOTOS: Junior college admission fair opens in Seoul
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Koreans' views toward Japanese improve, survey finds
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Czech Republic optimistic about Korean consortium's bid for nuclear power plant project
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INTERVIEW: Female business leader urges women entrepreneurs to tap global markets
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Opinion: A wake-up call for Scholz and the European Union
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Opinion: Prime Minister's Visit underscores vital Britain ties
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INTERVIEW: Seoul City will boost walkability with new initiative
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Indonesian president among 6 million taxpayers in alleged data leak