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SK chief to appeal record divorce settlement, claiming 'critical error' in ruling
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - SK Group chairman Chey Tae-won said Monday he will appeal a recent court ruling in his divorce lawsuit, claiming a "critical error" in the court’s decision on property division between him and his estranged wife. On May 28, the Seoul High Court ordered Chey to pay 1.38 trillion won ($1 billion) in property division and 2 billion won in alimony to his wife, Roh Soh-yeong, in the nation’s largest-ever divorce settlement. "An o
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Korea to streamline entry procedures for tourists to revitalize tourism
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - In a bid to attract more tourists and boost revenue, the government Monday announced a series of plans to simplify entry procedures and enhance travel conveniences for foreign travelers. Korea's tourism industry was severely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, with the number of foreign visitors plummeting from 17.5 million in 2019 to 970,000 in 2021. Thanks to the increasing popularity of K-pop and Korean dramas in the global market, tourism is
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Opinion: Unemployment and economic travails loom large over Modi's third term
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - After a year-long spectacle of grand roadshows spanning the nation and heated debates with rival parties, Narendra Modi, leading the coalition of National Democratic Alliance (NDA) has secured victory in national elections, ensuring the way for his historic third consecutive term as India's Prime Minister. However, his victory falls short of expectations. The NDA alliance won 292 seats combined, far behind his bullish target of 400 seats. Modi&rsqu
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BTS agency, CJ CheilJedang collaborate in K-food project marking Jin's military discharge
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - CJ CheilJedang has collaborated with HYBE to release special limited-edition Korean street food products featuring Wootteo, an astronaut character created by BTS member Jin, the Korean food giant said Monday. The limited-edition products include offerings from Bibigo, the food maker's premium ready-to-cook product brand, such as Tteokbokki (rice cakes smothered in sweet chili sauce) and Korean dumplings. This collaboration, designed to commemorate
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Rainbow Robotics signs distribution deal in Viet Nam
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - Robot platform company Rainbow Robotics said on Monday it has signed an exclusive three-year deal with KOVIFA VINA for the distribution of its collaborative robot series RB in Viet Nam. Under the agreement signed on Friday in Bac Ninh, Viet Nam, KOVIFA VINA, an automation equipment maker headquartered in the country, will be the sole distributor of Rainbow's RB collaborative robot line in the Vietnamese market. The
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LG Electronics opens AI appliances showroom in Spain
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - LG Electronics has unveiled Another Hanok, a premium experience space in Madrid, Spain, featuring the company's differentiated artificial intelligence-powered appliances and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) solutions. Another Hanok replicates a traditional Korean architectural style building powered by LG's energy-efficient products, achieving 100 percent energy self-sufficiency through a smart system. The space will serve as a
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Fifty Fifty to return with fresh lineup this fall
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - Girl band Fifty Fifty will return to the K-pop scene this fall with new members, according to their agency Attrackt. Initially planned for June, their comeback is now slated for September to allow for more preparation. "We planned to return to the stage in June, but decided to meet fans in September as we want to spend more time on final tune-ups," the agency said last week. "But we will release part of tracks ahead of the release of ou
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PHOTOS: Once a Seoul landmark, Sewoon Plaza faces urban redevelopment controversy
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - Sewoon Plaza, located in Seoul's Jongno, is South Korea's first mixed-use residential and commercial complex. Completed in 1968, Sewoon Plaza was once a landmark of the capital city, serving as the only place in the country where people could find various electronic products and specialized books. Although it has experienced decline and deterioration over the years, numerous workshops that supply electronic components and offer custom orders still thrive i
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Opinion: Apple insists its ChatGPT tie-up will protect users' privacy
SEOUL, June 17 (AJU PRESS) - Apple, a company known for its longstanding commitment to user privacy, has received flak since unveiling its artificial intelligence (AI) strategy at its Worldwide Developers Conference on June 10. This relates to the centrepiece of Apple Intelligence, which gives users access to OpenAI's powerful generative AI tool, ChatGPT. Some users welcomed the new features, which will initially only be available from the autumn on iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max p
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PHOTOS: World Blood Donor Day 2024
SEOUL, June 14 (AJU PRESS) - Seoul City held a ceremony to commemorate World Blood Donor Day at Gwanghwamun Square on Friday. Mayor Oh Se-hoon presented awards to outstanding blood donors and participants donated blood at a nearby center. World Blood Donor Day is observed every year on June 14 to raise awareness about the importance of blood donation and to express gratitude and respect to donors.
June 14, 2024
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HD Hyundai Construction Equipment wins excavator order from Philippines
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South Korean political, business leaders arrive in US ahead of Trump's inauguration
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Yoon's supporters storm Seoul court following court approval of arrest
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Court approves formal arrest of Yoon over martial law declaration
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Court concludes 5-hour detention hearing for Yoon
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Ediya Coffee expands into Southeast Asia
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Memorial service honors 179 air crash victims
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Yoon attends court hearing on arrest warrant over martial law
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Yoon to attend court hearing on arrest warrant
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South Korea opens Cuba embassy 11 months after establishing ties