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Japanese executive returns home after Myanmar conviction
SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) - A Japanese business executive has returned to Japan following his release from detention in Myanmar, where he was convicted of violating rice pricing regulations imposed by the military government, Kyodo News reported on Wednesday. Hiroshi Kasamatsu, 53, merchandise division chief of Aeon Orange Co., departed Yangon on Tuesday and transited through Bangkok before reaching Japan. He had been held in custody for approximately six weeks, with the reasons
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Indian resident doctors launch indefinite strike after sexual assault of fellow trainee
SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) - Following the sexual assault and murder of a 31-year-old female resident doctor at a public hospital in India, fellow trainees have initiated an indefinite strike, demanding accountability for those responsible. The incident took place on Friday at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata, West Bengal. The victim was reportedly attacked by a hospital staff member after entering a seminar room to rest following dinner. The police discovered eviden
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Hyundai Mobis rewards innovation in corporate social value contest
SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) - Hyundai Mobis Co., a leading Korean auto parts maker, announced Wednesday the successful conclusion of the 2024 Impact Idea Challenge, a competition inviting university students and young job seekers to propose business ideas that create corporate social value. The top award went to a team that proposed a system using sensors to detect vehicle submersion, share location information and assist passengers in escaping. The second prize was awarded to a
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LS Electric to expand ultra-high voltage transformer plant
SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) - LS Electric plans to invest an additional 20.5 billion won ($15 million) to expand its plant for ultra-high voltage transformers in Busan. The board of Korea’s leading power solutions provider approved the plan on Tuesday, aimed at meeting the growing global demand for electric equipment, especially in North America. The new investment supplements the 80.3 billion won already allocated in May, bringing the total investment to 100.8 billion won
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Samsung Electronics workers to stage four-day strike
SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) - Unionized workers at Samsung Electronics said Wednesday that they will go on a four-day strike during this week’s “sandwich holiday” period, demanding wage hikes and improved bonus systems. The walkout by the National Samsung Electronics Labor Union will begin on Thursday, August 15 (Liberation Day), and continue through Sunday. This action comes two weeks after the union ended its 25-day strike on August 1, transitioning to a long
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China's aircraft carrier Shandong embarks on second long-distance drill of the year
SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) -Less than a month after its previous exercise, China's aircraft carrier Shandong has reportedly embarked on its second long-distance drill of the year. Experts highlighted the carrier's growing comprehensive combat capabilities on Tuesday. On Monday, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force observed the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy's aircraft carrier Shandong, accompanied by a Type 055 guided missile destroyer, a Type 052D gu
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OPINION: SpaceX's Elon Musk endorsed Donald Trump for president – what this could mean for US space policy
SEOUL, August 14 (AJU PRESS) - Elon Musk officially endorsed Donald Trump for president of the United States on July 13, 2024, shortly after Trump survived an assassination attempt. Musk, a billionaire technology entrepreneur, has made groundbreaking contributions in multiple industries, particularly space travel and exploration. Even before Musk's endorsement, Trump was reportedly considering giving the billionaire an advisory role if elected for a second term. With Musk's
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Gaming executives take active role in fostering player interaction
SEOUL, August 13 (AJU PRESS) - The G-Star convention in Bexco, Busan, was abuzz with enthusiasm as fans awaited the opportunity to meet the developers and innovators who have propelled Korea onto the global gaming stage. The excitement reached its peak when Keum Kang-sun appeared in the northern section of the convention site that was showcasing the mobile version of “Lost Ark,” a highly acclaimed PC-based MMORPG (massively multiplayer online role-playing game). &quo
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FBI investigates allegations of Iranian hacking targeting Trump campaign
SEOUL, August 13 (AJU PRESS) - The FBI has initiated an investigation following claims from the Trump campaign that it was targeted by hackers allegedly linked to the Iranian government. While the FBI confirmed it is looking into the matter, its brief statement on Monday did not specifically mention Trump or Iran. A representative from the Trump campaign told the BBC that the documents in question were illegally obtained by "foreign sources hostile to the United States." I
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Controversy deepen over qualifications of new chief of Independence Hall of Korea
SEOUL, August 13 (AJU PRESS) - Controversy continues to mount over the qualifications of Kim Hyung-seok, the newly-appointed chief of the Independence Hall of Korea. Led by the main opposition Democratic Party, various civic groups including the Liberation Association are raising questions over his alleged pro-Japanese stance and distorted views on historical facts. The Independence Hall of Korea, located in Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province, is a memorial museum dedicated to c
August 13, 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