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Leaders of South Korea, US, Japan renew security pledges on summit anniversary
SEOUL, August 18 (AJU PRESS) -- The leaders of South Korea, the United States and Japan on Sunday marked the first anniversary of their landmark Camp David summit by renewing pledges to cooperate in tackling security challenges in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida issued a joint statement commemorating the historic summit held at the U.S. presidential retreat in Maryland on Aug. 18, 2
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Korean cities have longest streak of tropical nights on record
SEOUL, August 17 (AJU PRESS) -- Korea's major cities are experiencing unprecedented stretches of tropical nights as a relentless heat wave continues to scorch the nation. Overnight from Friday into Saturday, Seoul marked its 27th consecutive tropical night, the longest since modern weather records began in 1907, the Korea Meteorological Administration said. A tropical night is defined as one where temperatures do not fall below 25 degrees Celsius between 6:01 p.m. and 9:00 a.
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An Se-young breaks silence, calls for sincere efforts to improve Korean badminton
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - Olympic gold medalist An Se-young is renewing her call for open communication with the Badminton Korea Association. The badminton star, whose outspoken criticism of the association sparked controversy after her gold medal win at the Paris Olympics, is now seeking a path forward through dialogue. An’s initial criticisms centered around what she perceived as a lack of support and understanding from the association. She expressed concerns about t
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PHOTOS: Korean UNICEF committee marks 30 years with photo exhibit
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - A photo exhibition celebrating 30 years of The Korean Committee for United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) opens Tuesday at the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts in Seoul, showcasing the country's transformation from aid recipient to donor. The exhibit, "For Every Child," which runs from August 16 to 25, highlights key moments in UNICEF's history. It features images from the 1950s when South Korea received aid, th
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Korea accepts reduced Indonesian contribution for fighter jet project
SEOUL, August 16 (AJU PRESS) - Korea made a concession by accepting a reduced share of Indonesia's contribution to the two countries' joint development project for fighter jets, the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA) said Friday. The amount Jakarta will shoulder has now been reduced from the initially agreed 1.6 trillion won (approximately US$1.2 billion) to 600 billion won ($450 million). The project was initially estimated to cost around 8.1 trillion won,
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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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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
August 16, 2024
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Trump's fossil fuel push draws mixed reactions from Korean refiners
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Hong Sang-soo's latest film invited to Berlinale
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AI and health tech lead the trends at CES 2025
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Legal battle looms over Korea Zinc management
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India celebrates Republic Day in Seoul, highlighting growing ties with S. Korea
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Yoon rejects martial law allegations once again at hearing in impeachment trial
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Hyundai Motor's net profit rises in 2024 on rising EVs demand
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Chief of broadcasting watchdog reinstated after court rejects impeachment
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Two Korean Americans appointed to key positions under new Trump administration
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South Korean FM, new US Secretary of State reaffirm alliance in first phone conversation