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Severe Heat Wave Forecast to Ease Slightly This Weekend
Seoul: The ongoing extreme heat wave is expected to slightly subside this weekend after reaching its peak, the state weather service said Thursday. The current
LIG DandA Q2 Net Income Declines by 24.4 Pct to 78.2 Billion Won
Seoul: LIG Defense and Aerospace (DandA) Co. announced on Thursday that its net profit for the second quarter amounted to 78.2 billion won (approximately US$55.1
PM Calls for AI-Based Medical Services
Seoul: The government will strengthen artificial intelligence-based medical services, including telemedicine for those living in remote regions, Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Thursday. “It is
Satellite Imagery Shows Construction on Pak Beng Dam in Laos
Vientiane: Construction is underway on Laos’ latest large-scale Mekong River dam, satellite imagery analyzed by Radio Free Asia (RFA) shows. Experts told RFA that the
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National Health Insurance Faces Q1 Deficit of Nearly 4 Trillion Won
Seoul: The national health insurance reported a deficit of nearly 4 trillion won (US$2.8 billion) in the first quarter of 2026, raising the possibility of
Energy Demand Hits Yearly High on Continued Heat Wave
Seoul: South Korea recorded the highest electricity demand for the year in recent days amid a prolonged heat wave, industry data showed Sunday. The country’s
Police to Initiate Nationwide Crackdown on Emerging Young Gangsters
Seoul: The national police announced plans to launch a comprehensive crackdown on organized crime and international offenses, focusing primarily on young gangsters involved in fraud
Food Prices Surge Amid Unprecedented Heat Wave in South Korea
Seoul: Prices of agricultural goods in South Korea have spiked as the country grapples with a severe heat wave, industry data showed Sunday. The retail