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Writer challenges public's unforgiving attitude toward influencers
SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) - Seol Min-seok was arguably one of Korea's most beloved history storytellers. The former private institute lecturer frequently appeared on TV programs and authored numerous bestselling books. In December 2020, he became embroiled in a scandal involving alleged plagiarism in his master's thesis and inaccuracies in his lectures, which led to his disappearance from the public eye. On July 19, he made his comeback on an MBC lecture show. During his a
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Over half of N. Korean children remain unvaccinated, report reveals
A child gets vaccinated at a clinic in North Korea, in this file photo from October 2012. Yonhap SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) - More than half of North Korean children remain unvaccinated, leaving the reclusive country still vulnerable to the spread of coronavirus and other diseases, according to a report released by the Korea Institute for National Unification early this week. The report, which compiled data from the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF, showed deteriorating heal
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US urges Iran to avoid escalation in Middle East
SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) - The United States has been encouraging other nations through diplomatic channels to convey to Iran that increasing tensions in the Middle East is not in their best interest, according to a State Department spokesperson on Monday. Secretary of State Antony Blinken described this period as a "critical moment" for the region, highlighting Washington's efforts to reduce tensions amid concerns that Iran might retaliate against Israel. Blinken s
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China on high alert as flood risks persist despite easing rainfall
SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) -China's Emergency Management Ministry has issued a warning on Sunday for continued flood control efforts as rainfall persists in various regions. Despite an overall decrease in precipitation expected over the next three days, significant rainfall is still forecast for northeastern China, the Yellow and Huaihe River basins, and Yunnan Province in the southwest. The flood situation remains critical, with water levels exceeding warning thresholds in the
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Presidential office calls for probe into badminton star's allegations
SEOUL, August 06 (AJU PRESS) - South Korean badminton star An Se-young has publicly criticized the national team’s management, prompting a government investigation. The presidential office on Tuesday called for a thorough review of the allegations made by the Paris Olympics gold medalist, who accused the team of mishandling her knee injury and prioritizing doubles players over singles. In a press release, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said it will investi
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G-Dragon launches foundation to combat drug abuse in Korea
SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) - G-Dragon of boy band Big Bang launched a foundation to combat drug abuse at an event in central Seoul on Monday. The launch fulfills his promise he made in December last year to establish such a foundation after being cleared of all charges related to alleged illegal drug use. Due to his busy schedule preparing for his new album slated for release this fall, the flamboyant star was absent from the event but will serve as the honorary chairman of the Jus
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Top university students booked for allegedly organizing drug parties
SEOUL, August 06 (AJU PRESS) - Six undergraduate and postgraduate university students have been booked on charges of illegally distributing and using psychoactive drugs such as ketamine, LSD, and synthetic marijuana extract, prosecutors said Sunday. According to the Seoul Southern District Prosecutors' Office, the main suspect is a man in his 30s, who operates a social club for students with around 300 members. The postgraduate student at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science
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Korean vegan beauty brand FULLY sees success in US market
SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) - FULLY, a premium vegan beauty brand, has reported significant success with its Green Tomato Clay Pack Cleanser during Amazon Prime Day in the United States. The product achieved sales 36 times higher than its average daily revenue in June. The cleanser, containing 49 percent green tomato extract, is known for its effectiveness in improving blackheads. It gained popularity after a U.S. beauty influencer's review video garnered 6.69 million views. W
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Seoul shares rebound sharply, triggering sidecar orders
SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) - Korean stocks rebounded sharply on Tuesday morning, triggering sidecar orders that temporarily halted program buying. The KOSPI opened at 2,533.34 on Tuesday, up 91.97 points, or 3.76 percent, from the previous trading day, and continued to rise by over 4 percent in early trading. On Monday, the KOSPI fell 8.77 percent, the largest single-day drop in 16 years, as fears of a U.S. economic recession hit global markets. The KOSDAQ index opened at 7
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Hiroshima marks 79th anniversary of atomic bombing amid global tensions
SEOUL, August 6 (AJU PRESS) - The Japanese city of Hiroshima commemorated the 79th anniversary of its atomic bombing on Tuesday, amid heightened geopolitical tensions globally, Kyoto News reported. At 8:15 a.m., the exact time the U.S. bomber Enola Gay dropped the uranium bomb on August 6, 1945, a moment of silence was observed at the Peace Memorial Park. The attack killed an estimated 140,000 people by the end of that year. Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui is expected to call for u
August 6, 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