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LG Electronics expands R&D partnership to develop next-generation heat pump systems
SEOUL, June 20 (AJU PRESS) - LG Electronics is establishing a global R&D network spanning North America, Europe and Asia to develop advanced heat pump technologies as part of efforts to enhance its presence in the fast-growing market for heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. LG said Thursday it has signed an agreement with three universities in Norway and Italy to form the European Consortium for Advanced Heat Pump Research (ECAHR) to develop heat pumps capa
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South Korea to support technology development for defense industry
SEOUL, June 20 (AJU PRESS) - The Korean government on Thursday announced plans to support the development of materials and components technologies to enhance the domestic defense industry. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and the Defense Acquisition Program Administration said that they have finalized a development roadmap for materials and components in five defense-related sectors – space, artificial intelligence (AI), hybrid unmanned-manned systems, robotics and
June 20, 2024 -
News outlets scramble to combat AI-generated misinformation
The World Association of News Publishers (WAN-IFRA) issued its annual report "Innovation in News Media World Report 2024-25" in late May, highlighting major challenges faced by the global news industry. The following is the fourth and final installment in a four-part series summarizing key insights from the report. This part focuses on fact-checking. – Ed. SEOUL, June 20 (AJU PRESS) - News agencies, media outlets, and publishers worldwide are grappling with the growi
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Opinion: Putin-Kim summit has roots in an alliance of 'isolated' nations built over decades
SEOUL, June 20 (AJU PRESS) - The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, has spent two days in Pyongyang, meeting with the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un, and signing a "comprehensive strategic partnership." Few details are being released about this deal and its expected ramifications for rearming Russian forces stretched by the Ukraine war. But the Kremlin said the agreement would mean each country would come to the aid of the other if attacked. At the top of the agenda fo
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N. Korea, Russia forge new defense alliance, raising concerns about further military cooperation
SEOUL, June 19 (AJU PRESS) - North Korea leader Kim Jong-un and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin signed a pact for a comprehensive strategic partnership after a bilateral summit in Pyongyang on Wednesday. During a joint press conference after 90-minute talks followed by a two-hour one-on-one meeting, the two leaders agreed to elevate their bilateral relationship to the level of alliance through a new treaty. They also vowed to provide mutual assistance in case of aggression ag
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VISUALS: DDP Showroom opens with fashion exhibition
SEOUL, June 19 (AJU PRESS) - The DDP Showroom opened on May 27 on the first and second floors of the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) Design Lab in Seoul. The 4,000-square-meter facility will be used for events showcasing fashion, art, technology and lifestyles.
June 19, 2024 -
Montenegrin leader dogged by past investment in Terraform Labs
SEOUL, June 19 (AJU PRESS) - The prime minister of Montenegro is facing renewed controversy over his questionable prior investment in Terraform Labs, founded by Do Kwon, who is currently detained in the country in connection with the 2022 collapse of the company’s cryptocurrencies. A document recently submitted by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to a New York court includes a list of 81 initial investors in Terraform Labs, with Prime Minister Milojko Spajić named a
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PHOTOS: More doctors rally against medical reform plans, threaten further strikes
SEOUL, June 19 (AJU PRESS) - Thousands of doctors from private clinics gathered for a massive rally in Yeouido, Seoul on Tuesday, protesting against the government's radical medical reform plans to increase admission quotas at medical schools. Organized by the Korean Medical Association (KMA), the rally was held amid the ongoing protest by trainee doctors at university hospitals, further disrupting medical care for patients. At the rally, the KMA threatened an indefinite strike next we
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HHI unveils AI-driven offshore patrol vessel
SEOUL, June 19 (AJU PRESS) - HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) showcased an artificial intelligence-based offshore patrol vessel (OPV) Wednesday at a maritime exhibition in the western port city of Incheon. The world's largest shipbuilder is participating in the Korea Ocean Expo 2024, a biennial event that started that day for a three-day run. The maritime exhibition is attended by experts from various fields including maritime, aviation, port, logistics and leisure industries.
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Season's first heatwave advisory issued as temperatures soar in Seoul
SEOUL, June 19 (AJU PRESS) - This year's first heatwave advisory was issued for Seoul and other inland areas on Wednesday. The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) issued the advisory as the mercury soared to 34.4 degrees Celsius in the afternoon in Seoul. It also issued heat advisories for many other parts of the country. The advisory is issued when the highest "feels-like" temperature is expected to climb above 33 degrees Celsius for more than two consecutiv
June 19, 2024
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North Chungcheong Province vies for manufacturing AI center with four municipalities
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Four PPP presidential candidates prepare for crucial primary debate
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POSCO, Hyundai Steel report disappointing first-quarter results
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LG Electronics weighs US appliance price hikes amid tariff pressures
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Over 1,200 people evacuated as fire engulfs COEX in southern Seoul
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Lantern festival to light up downtown Seoul this weekend ahead of Buddha's Birthday
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PHOTOS: Historic diplomatic mission to Japan reenacted
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Seoul Central Masjid reopens after months-long restoration
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SK Telecom to divest entire Kakao stake in $300 million block deal
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Korea will negotiate with US to eliminate tariffs