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Mon, December 11, 2023 | 01:26

Yoon vows not to leave mental health issues to individuals alone

Yoon vows not to leave mental health issues to individuals alone

President Yoon Suk Yeol vowed Tuesday to not leave mental health issues to individuals alone but to invest state resources in tackling the problem.

2023-12-05 17:12

Korea outlines countermeasures to curb high suicide rates

Korea, EU agree to boost cooperation on supply chains, economic security

Korea, EU agree to boost cooperation on supply chains, economic security

Korea and the European Union (EU) agreed Tuesday to deepen bilateral cooperation on the supply chains of batteries, semiconductors and other advanced industries, Seoul's industry ministry said.

2023-12-05 17:12

S. Korea, US, Japan's trilateral ties 'sustainable' after elections: US envoy to Japan

S. Korea, US, Japan's trilateral ties 'sustainable' after elections: US envoy to Japan

The U.S. ambassador to Japan said Tuesday that the shared common economic and security interests among Seoul, Washington and Japan would sustain the trilateral cooperation forged at the August summit beyond the upcoming elections in each country.

2023-12-05 17:12

Korean gov't slammed for mishandling victims of sex trafficking

Korean gov't slammed for mishandling victims of sex trafficking

The United Nations Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) has urged the Korean government to provide full reparations to three Filipinas who were forced into prostitution.

2023-12-05 16:48

Danish ambassador calls Korea 'gateway to Asian market' for its science, tech

Danish ambassador calls Korea 'gateway to Asian market' for its science, tech

Danish Ambassador to Korea Svend Olling emphasized the crucial role of Korea as a global innovation hub and the importance of international science, technology and innovation collaboration amid geopolitical challenges during an event commemorating the 10th anniversary of the Innovation Centre Denmark in Seoul (ICDK Seoul), Monday.

2023-12-05 16:35

Misty Rose Korea makes designs for life's great moments

Misty Rose Korea makes designs for life's great moments

In Gyeonggi Province, nestled between traditional Korean homes, resides a woman whose creativity and entrepreneurial spirit have woven a tapestry of joy into the lives of many residents, both local and foreign. Meet Lola Stephanie, the vivacious artist behind Misty Rose Korea, a custom shirt business that has been brightening up special events for several years.

2023-12-05 16:24

Yoon's ex-staff seek nominations in PPP strongholds, defying reform efforts

Yoon's ex-staff seek nominations in PPP strongholds, defying reform efforts

Defying efforts to improve and revitalize the governing People Power Party (PPP) ahead of the general elections, many former staff members of President Yoon Suk Yeol appear to be seeking nominations in the party’s longtime strongholds.

2023-12-05 16:05

JCS chairman calls for robust defense posture in Seoul metropolitan area

JCS chairman calls for robust defense posture in Seoul metropolitan area

Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Adm. Kim Myung-soo called Tuesday for a strong defense posture in the Seoul metropolitan area to fend off threats posed by North Korea's provocations.

2023-12-05 16:02

90-day ban on deepfake political ads passes parliamentary special committee

90-day ban on deepfake political ads passes parliamentary special committee

A revision to the Public Official Election Act calling for a ban on political campaign videos using AI-generated deepfakes during the election season passed through a special parliamentary committee Tuesday.

2023-12-05 16:02

BOK, Italian central bank sign MOU for IT, settlement system cooperation

BOK, Italian central bank sign MOU for IT, settlement system cooperation

The Bank of Korea (BOK) said Tuesday it has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Bank of Italy to cooperate on information technology and settlement systems.

2023-12-05 15:20

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