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entertainment16 min ago

Ateez song 'Drip' enters Billboard Global 200 chart

Ateez's prerelease single "Drip" debuted at number 190 on the Billboard Global 200 chart. This marks the song's first appearance on the chart in its opening week.

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geopolitics19 min ago

South Korea Reports North Korea Projectile Launch

North Korea launched an unidentified projectile toward the sea, according to South Korean officials. Further details were not immediately available.

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entertainment20 min ago

NewJeans song 'ETA' surpasses 500 million Spotify streams

NewJeans' song "ETA" has accumulated 500 million streams on Spotify. This marks the seventh song by the group to reach this milestone.

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travel24 min ago

Pope invites youth to World Youth Day in Seoul

Pope Leo XIV has encouraged young Catholics to attend World Youth Day in Seoul in 2027. He urged them to bring their 'questions and wounds'.

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crime28 min ago

Special counsel investigates NEC headquarters for alleged bid rigging

Investigators raided the headquarters of the National Election Commission (NEC) in Seoul. The raid is connected to allegations of bid rigging.

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entertainment32 min ago

Babymonster music video 'Deserve' surpasses 100 million views

Babymonster's "Deserve" music video reached 100 million YouTube views in 11 days. This is the group's fastest video to hit the milestone this year.

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sports45 min ago

Lions pitcher Paddack willing to risk body for Korean Series start

Lions pitcher Chris Paddack stated he is prepared to sacrifice his body to start in the Korean Series. His professional career began in 2011.

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geopolitics50 min ago

North Korea fires projectile toward Sea of Japan

North Korea launched an unidentified projectile toward the Sea of Japan. The South Korean military confirmed the event.

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geopolitics54 min ago

North Korea views dialogue with US as optional

North Korea stated that dialogue with the United States is an option, but not essential for national interests. The country has not made it a requirement.

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business economy54 min ago

SK Telecom Reports Over 1,000 Percent Operating Profit Increase

SK Telecom (SKT) reported an operating profit increase exceeding 1,000 percent, returning to profitability in the third quarter. The company is South Korea's top mobile service provider.

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Korea, Republic of
entertainment57 min ago

BTS Album 'Arirang' Achieves Platinum Status in Italy

BTS's album "Arirang" has been certified platinum by the Federation of the Italian Music Industry. This marks the first time a K-pop album has received this certification in Italy.

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geopolitics57 min ago

Kim Jong-un Inspects Shipyard, Calls for Naval Expansion

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited the Nampho shipyard and urged a rapid buildup of the navy. The inspection focused on naval capabilities.

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entertainment1 h ago

National Museum of Korea Exhibits Rubbed Copy of King Gwanggaeto Epitaph

The National Museum of Korea displays a rubbed copy of the epitaph on the Monument for King Gwanggaeto. The monument was erected in 414 by King Jangsu.

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geopolitics1 h ago

South Korea, Switzerland discuss North Korea situation

Senior officials from South Korea and Switzerland discussed the situation concerning North Korea. The discussion followed the Swiss Foreign Minister's trip to Pyongyang.

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geopolitics1 h ago

North Korea fires unidentified projectile toward East Sea

North Korea launched an unidentified projectile towards the East Sea. South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff reported the incident.

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entertainment1 h ago

"Dracula" featuring Jennie re-enters Billboard Hot 100 at No. 5

The collaborative single "Dracula," featuring Jennie, has climbed back into the charts. It now holds the fifth position on the Billboard Hot 100.

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business economy1 h ago

Hanwha Names New President for Philadelphia Shipyard

Hanwha Group has appointed a new president for its U.S. shipyard in Philadelphia. This appointment coincides with the company's expansion plans.

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geopolitics1 h ago

North Korea fires unidentified projectile toward East Sea

South Korea's military reported that North Korea launched an unidentified projectile. The projectile was fired toward the East Sea.

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geopolitics1 h ago

Senior North Korean Party Official Visits China

A senior official from North Korea's ruling party has arrived in China. The purpose and details of the visit were not immediately specified.

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business economy1 h ago

E-commerce Giant Coupang Reports Third Quarter Loss

E-commerce giant Coupang, Inc. announced a swing to a loss in its third quarter. The financial results were impacted by costs related to a warehouse fire.

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geopolitics1 h ago

South Korea urges APEC cooperation on energy, AI

South Korea has called for enhanced cooperation among APEC members concerning energy supply chains and artificial intelligence. The call was made in Seoul.

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technology1 h ago

Science ministry, AMD discuss AI chip partnership

South Korea's science ministry and U.S. chipmaker AMD held discussions on an AI chip partnership. These follow-up talks took place in Seoul.

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geopolitics1 h ago

South Korea, Poland discuss expanding cooperation

South Korea and Poland have discussed strengthening cooperation in defense, energy, and infrastructure. The countries explored ways to enhance their partnership.

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business economy1 h ago

Seoul shares open higher on tech gains before U.S. election results

South Korean stocks opened sharply higher on Wednesday. Gains were driven by the technology sector ahead of U.S. election results.

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politics2 h ago

Appeals court to rule on ex-President Yoon's election law case

An appeals court was set to rule on Wednesday in the election law case involving former President Yoon. The case is considered high-stakes.

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sports2 h ago

Wiz Closer Attributes Korean Series Save to Self-Belief and Catcher

Wiz closer Park Yeong-hyun credited his self-belief and the catcher for a crucial save in the Korean Series. The team held an 8-0 lead during the game.

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technology2 h ago

Tesla allegedly misled South Korean customers on driver-assist tech

A consumer group alleges Tesla misled South Korean customers regarding its automated-driving technology. The group's claims are part of an exclusive report.

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business economy2 h ago

Seoul shares open sharply higher on tech gains

Details developing.

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business economy2 h ago

Kakao Bank Reports Record Earnings

Online lender Kakao Bank announced record earnings, driven by increases in both interest and non-interest income. The company's performance exceeded expectations.

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business economy2 h ago

South Korea's KAI Revenue Jumps 52% on Fighter Jet Sales

South Korea's KAI reported a 52% increase in revenue. This growth was attributed to deliveries of KF-21 fighter jets.

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