This week in South Korea
South Korea is experiencing a severe, record-breaking heatwave, prompting highest-level warnings, numerous rescues, and the cancellation of professional baseball games. Amidst this, the government plans to boost manufacturing with AI, while 15 firms face potential record fines over alleged government bond bid-rigging. Political news includes an Ulsan mayor's controversial YouTube comments and two individuals being referred to prosecutors for an alleged assassination plot against a politician.
About South Korea
South Korea is a dynamic East Asian nation renowned for its leading role in technology, its global cultural influence through K-pop and K-dramas, and a rich historical tapestry. Its vibrant and competitive press, while enjoying strong investigative traditions, is notably polarized along political lines, reflecting the country's lively democratic discourse.
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Media landscape
South Korea boasts a vibrant and competitive media environment with strong investigative journalism traditions. However, the press is often polarized along political lines, influencing news coverage and public discourse.
To gain a comprehensive understanding of current events, it is advisable to consult a variety of sources, being mindful of their political leanings.
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Myongji University team partners with Baylor University for autonomous vessel tech
- Myongji University's mechanical engineering research team has secured a 3-year, 1.5 billion KRW ($1.2 million USD) global collaborative R&D project with Baylor University in the U.S. - The project a…
Supreme Court Upholds Ruling: Samsung Securities to Pay 1.8 Billion Won to National Pension Service Over Dividend Error
- South Korea's Supreme Court confirmed a ruling ordering Samsung Securities to pay approximately 1.8 billion won to the National Pension Service for damages caused by a 2018 stock dividend error. - T…
Supreme Court: Seoul City Must Pay 42.1 Billion Won to Railway Authority for Gyeongui Line Forest Park Usage
- South Korea's Supreme Court ruled that Seoul City must pay 42.1 billion won in usage fees to the Korea National Railway for the Gyeongui Line Forest Park. - The dispute arose after the city's free u…
Yonsei University President Yoon Dong-seop visits US to expand global research cooperation and talent acquisition
- Yonsei University President Yoon Dong-seop visited the United States to expand global research collaborations and strengthen the recruitment of top researchers. - During his visit, Yoon met with lea…
Four promoted to Deputy Commissioner General, considered candidates for National Police Agency chief
- Four individuals have been promoted to the rank of "Chi-an-jeong-gam" (Deputy Commissioner General), positioning them as candidates for the next National Police Agency Commissioner. - The promotions…
Choi Jeong Undergoes Successful Hip Surgery, Expresses Regret Over Mid-Season Departure
- SSG Landers star batter Choi Jeong underwent successful hip surgery in Colorado. - Choi experienced unexplained pelvic pain during the season but continued playing due to team performance concerns. …
Super-Race Championship to feature hip-hop and water shows at night race
- The 2026 O-NE Super-Race Championship will combine motorsport with hip-hop and water shows. - The event, titled 'Yongin Night Race X Show Me The Money,' will be held on August 22 at the Everland Spe…
Global Investment Banks Predict U.S. Interest Rates to Hold Steady This Year
- Major global investment banks largely expect the U.S. Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged this year, with only a few anticipating a hike. - A recent survey shows a slight decrease in ma…
Democratic Party Candidate Claims His Election Will Boost President's Approval Ratings
- A candidate for the Democratic Party leadership is confident his election will boost President Lee's approval ratings. - He attributes the current decline in the president's support to a cooling of …
Party Leadership Candidate Claims He Can Boost President's Approval by 10%
- A candidate for the leadership of South Korea's Democratic Party, Jeong Cheong-rae, claims he can boost President Lee Jae-myung's approval rating by over 10%. - Jeong stated that the core issue is t…
Celltrion speeds up European expansion, capturing 90% market share for Omclow in Spain
- Celltrion is expanding its European market presence, particularly in Spain and Portugal, with its biosimilar products. - In Spain, 'Omclow' (omalizumab) achieved over 90% market share by June, with …
SR Enhances Safety Management for High-Speed Train Operations
- SRT operator SR is strengthening safety management for high-speed train operations. - The company operated a special summer holiday response team and is conducting safety campaigns for the month of …
Apartment Swaps Surge to 3-Year High as Tax Hikes Loom: 'Let's Trade, Not Sell'
- Apartment swap transactions nationwide reached their highest level in three years during the first half of 2024. - This surge is driven by homeowners seeking to capitalize on market gains before pot…
People Power Party to Replace Inactive District Chairpersons, Eyes Broader Voter Support
- The People Power Party is preparing for organizational reform, including replacing district chairpersons. - Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk stated that chairpersons who have not actively engaged in part…
Drowsy driving caused Seoul dump truck collision injuring two
- A dump truck driver in Seoul, South Korea, has been identified as the cause of a multi-vehicle collision that injured two people. - The driver, who initially claimed brake failure, admitted to falli…
Man gets 15 years for murdering common-law wife of 23 years
- A 70-year-old man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for murdering his common-law wife. - The couple had been in a de facto relationship for 23 years and reportedly argued over money before th…
Ruling party member calls leader 'conservative's Roh Moo-hyun,' sparking backlash
- A ruling party committee member called the party leader the "conservative's Roh Moo-hyun," drawing criticism. - He argued the leader navigates the party's established power structure similarly to ho…
CJ CheilJedang launches Spain's No. 1 tuna brand, Calvo, in South Korea
- CJ CheilJedang has officially launched the Spanish tuna brand Calvo in South Korea, targeting the premium seafood protein market. - Calvo, with over 80 years of tradition, uses only three ingredient…
Hiroshi Okuda, Ex-Toyota President Who Led Global Expansion, Dies at 93
- Hiroshi Okuda, former president of Toyota Motor Corporation and Keidanren, passed away at the age of 93. - Okuda was instrumental in Toyota's global expansion and the early launch of the Prius hybri…
'Walk to the car wash?' AI reasoning controversy spreads
- A controversy is growing over the reasoning performance of 'national team AI,' a South Korean artificial intelligence system. - Users are questioning the AI's logic, citing an instance where it sugg…
Seoul's Gangnam 3 districts see 38% drop in land permit applications post-tax reform; listings up 7%
- Land transaction permit applications in Seoul's Gangnam 3 districts dropped 38% after tax reforms were announced. - The number of apartment listings increased by 7% during the same period. - Buyers …
LG Display and Yonsei University Host Admissions Briefing for Contract Program
- LG Display is collaborating with Yonsei University to recruit talent for the display industry through a contract program. - An information session for prospective students and parents will be held o…
Celebrities Embark on Winter Trek in New Netflix Variety Show 'Why Are You Doing This Trekking?'
- A new Netflix variety show, 'Why Are You Doing This Trekking?', features celebrities embarking on their first winter mountain expedition. - The cast includes singer Car, the Garden, Day6's Dowoon, a…
Writer Jeon Gyeong-cheol Shares Update on Son's Condition on 'You Quiz on the Block'
- Writer Jeon Gyeong-cheol, known as the 'Peter Pan Father,' will share an update on his son with a mental age of 2 on the TV show 'You Quiz on the Block'. - His son weighs 160kg, and the family has t…
Elevator Plummets Four Floors in Russian Apartment; Four Seriously Injured
- Four people were seriously injured when an elevator plummeted four floors in a Russian apartment building. - The elevator was carrying nine passengers, exceeding its six-person capacity. - Authoriti…
Nephew's knife defense against abusive uncle ruled 'justifiable' by South Korea's top court
- South Korea's Supreme Court ruled that a nephew's use of a knife against his uncle was an act of justifiable self-defense. - The nephew had texted his uncle about past sexual abuse, prompting the un…
Health Ministry tentatively approves Ulsan hospital's closure plan amid patient transfer concerns
- Ulsan's Banguidae Hospital, which abruptly decided to close following patient deaths, plans to complete patient transfers by September 3. - The Ministry of Health and Welfare has tentatively approve…
Wisconsin primary tests progressive strength as Trump attacks 'jihadists'
- Wisconsin is holding a Democratic gubernatorial primary Tuesday, with Korean American state representative Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, leading the race. - A victory for Hong would signif…
Adolescent milk intake linked to enhanced brain and cognitive development, study finds
- A recent study suggests milk consumption during adolescence may positively impact cognitive functions, particularly spatial working memory. - Researchers from Toronto Metropolitan University studied…
North Korea fires ballistic missile toward East Sea ahead of US-SK drills
- North Korea launched a ballistic missile toward the East Sea on Wednesday morning, according to South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff. - The missile traveled over 700 kilometers, and South Korean and …
Conservative lawmaker to host forum questioning Gwangju Uprising's historical interpretation
- A conservative lawmaker in South Korea plans to host a forum re-examining the 1980 Gwangju Uprising from a
Namyang Dairy Unveils 'Danjip Emon' Ice Cream DIY Set for KakaoTalk
- Namyang Dairy Products launched a special DIY ice cream set for its "Danjip Emon" product line, available exclusively on KakaoTalk. - The set includes a 'plate ice cream maker' and offers two config…
US Missile Stocks Dangerously Low Amid Iran Conflict, Report Claims
- A report suggests the U.S. has depleted over half its Patriot PAC-3 MSE interceptor missiles and about 40% of THAAD interceptors due to the conflict with Iran. - Long-range precision missiles are al…
Sharp temperature swings increase risk of colds and allergic rhinitis
- Significant temperature fluctuations between morning and evening, exceeding 15 degrees Celsius, are increasing the risk of respiratory illnesses like allergic rhinitis and the common cold. - Dry air…
Lee Eui-ri's Perfect Debut First Save, Expressing Respect While Embracing Jeong Hyeon-guk [Ji Hyeong-jun's Behind]
- KIA Tigers pitcher Lee Eui-ri secured his first career save in a 3-1 victory against the Samsung Lions. - After a strong pitching performance, Lee was celebrated by his teammates with a water dousin…
Dunamu supports 4,122 debt-ridden and isolated youths, linking them to jobs
- Dunamu, operator of Upbit, has supported over 4,122 financially distressed and isolated young people over three years through its 'Upbit Next Series' program. - The initiative provides a three-step …
Song Young-gil calls rival's analysis of approval ratings 'quackery,' blames real estate
- Song Young-gil, a candidate for the Democratic Party leadership, criticized rival Jung Chung-rae's assertion that core supporters abandoning the president caused a decline in approval ratings. - Son…
Bank of Korea lends $4.3 million to staff amid loan curbs
- The Bank of Korea provided approximately 6 billion won (US$4.3 million) in housing loans to 150 employees in the first half of the year. - These loans, offered at an annual interest rate of 3.5%, ar…
200 water tank trucks deployed to South Korea's Gyeongnam Province for supply support
- Approximately 200 water tank trucks have been mobilized to Gyeongnam Province, South Korea. - These trucks will provide water supply support to 14 cities and counties, including Miryang. - The mobil…
FBI Confirms North Korean IT Workers Infiltrated U.S. Federal Agencies
- North Korean IT workers have been found to be working undercover in U.S. federal government agencies, according to the FBI. - The FBI confirmed the remote IT workers were employed by the federal gov…
Actor Ha Young cancels interviews, ads amid great-grandfather's alleged collaboration controversy
- South Korean actor Ha Young has canceled interviews and advertisements due to controversy over her great-grandfather's alleged collaboration with Japan. - The controversy emerged just before Korea's…
Illegal Seller Sent to Prosecutors for Mailing 'White Jade Injections'
- A salesperson has been sent to prosecutors for illegally selling approximately 160 million won worth of prescription drugs, including "white jade injections." - The individual allegedly diverted ove…
Over 4,300 Maritime Drug Crimes Detected in Five Years; 2,347kg of Cocaine Seized
- Over 4,300 maritime drug crimes have been detected in the past five years, with a significant increase in 2022 and 2023. - Authorities seized 2,347 kilograms of cocaine, enough for approximately 79 …
Trump Plans Additional 2,000km Border Wall at Cost of $66 Trillion
- The U.S. plans to build nearly 2,000 km of new border wall along the Mexico border, costing approximately $66 trillion. - This expansion aims to increase the primary barrier length, despite a recent…
Caution Advised for Jogging in Cool Mornings for Those with Certain Health Conditions
- Individuals with cardiovascular conditions should avoid exercising in cool, early morning temperatures due to the risk of blood vessel constriction and blood pressure spikes. - Sudden exposure to co…
KOSPI rises on semiconductor strength, KOSDAQ dips on biotech weakness
- The South Korean stock market saw the KOSPI index rise by over 2% on August 12, driven by strong performance in semiconductor stocks like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. - Conversely, the KOSDAQ i…
Ahn Cheol-soo calls for purging 're-entry movement' figures from party
- Ahn Cheol-soo, a member of the People Power Party, called for the eradication of "re-entry pro-democracy movement" figures within the party. - He argued that individuals who serve external figures a…
Ronaldo marries long-term partner Rodriguez in Portugal ceremony
- Cristiano Ronaldo married Georgina Rodriguez in a private ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, after 10 years together. - The wedding was attended by their five children, and Ronaldo shared a photo of the…
Hanwha Construction to boost AI data center power and cooling efficiency in national project
- Hanwha Construction has been selected for a national project to improve energy efficiency in AI data centers. - The project focuses on developing and demonstrating technologies for power and cooling…
AI and SW-centric universities showcase future talent at digital competition
- The '2026 AI·SW-Centric University Digital Competition' concluded with Sogang University (SW division) and Chungnam National University (AI division) winning top grand prizes. - The competition feat…
Project REITs emerge as new model for urban development, empowering landowners
- A new 'project REITs' method is gaining attention as an alternative to trust-based urban complex development. - This method allows landowners to directly participate as shareholders in development c…
Kakao Bank union begins partial strike, refusing overtime
- Kakao Bank's labor union began a partial strike on July 12, refusing overtime and night shifts. - The union aims to improve working conditions, stating that stable service operation should not rely …
Drunk driver found asleep at the wheel in middle of Gangnam road
- A driver was arrested in Seoul's Gangnam district for drunk driving after stopping his car and falling asleep at the wheel during rush hour. - Police responded to a witness report, surrounded the ve…
South Korea's U-17 girls' volleyball team advances to Round of 16 with 5-0 record
- The South Korean U-17 women's volleyball team secured their fifth consecutive victory at the 2026 FIVB U-17 Girls' World Championship. - The team advanced to the Round of 16 as the top seed in their…
Francesca Hong: Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidate's Vision and Korean American Identity
- Francesca Hong, a Korean American candidate, is competing in Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary. - If elected, she would be Wisconsin's first female governor and the first US governor of K…
Democratic Party convention devolves into 'mud-slinging' battle
- The Democratic Party's national convention is becoming increasingly contentious, with internal disputes escalating. - Key figures are making strong claims about their standing in crucial regions lik…
Yemen on the Brink: Civil War Risks Reignition Amidst Regional Tensions
- The Yemen conflict risks reigniting as the Houthi rebels and a Saudi-led coalition exchange blows, escalating tensions. - The recent Houthi declaration of the end of a fragile truce follows an alleg…
Trump: Iran strategy is 'stay back and watch' or 'hit hard'
- U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his strategy toward Iran involves maintaining economic sanctions to pressure the country into collapse or resorting to a strong military strike. - Trump asser…
Scientists complete sequencing of maternal and paternal genomes
- Scientists have successfully sequenced both the maternal and paternal genomes, completing a 23-year effort initiated by the Human Genome Project. - This breakthrough allows for the precise tracking …
South Korea's employment rises, but youth job rate continues to fall
- South Korea's employment saw an increase of 108,000 jobs in July, marking the first time in four months that the growth exceeded 100,000. - The employment rate for those aged 15-64 reached a record …
Teenager with intellectual disability sets fire to home over meal dispute
- A teenager with an intellectual disability has been arrested for allegedly setting a fire in his home by placing clothes on a gas stove. - The incident occurred after the teenager expressed frustrat…
Celltrion's Omclero claims 90% market share in Spain for urticaria treatment
- Celltrion's asthma and urticaria treatment, Omclero, reportedly holds a 90% market share in Spain as of June. - Omclero is a biosimilar of Novartis's Xolair, developed by Swiss pharmaceutical compan…
Bank of Korea faces criticism over low-interest housing loans for employees
- The Bank of Korea (BOK) provided housing loans totaling nearly 6 billion won to 150 employees in the first half of the year. - The interest rate for these loans was 3.5%, significantly lower than th…
South Korea's July employment up 108,000, but youth job market struggles continue
- South Korea's employment increased by 108,000 jobs year-on-year in July, exceeding 100,000 for the first time in four months. - The rise was primarily driven by a surge in employment among individua…
Seoul G3 planning committee inspects northeastern growth hubs
- A Seoul City G3 planning committee visited the Seoul Arena and surrounding areas in Dongbuk District to inspect development projects. - The committee focused on the creation of growth hubs in the no…
Samsung Electronics Stock Down 49%, KB Securities Expects Up to 700 Trillion Won in Shareholder Returns Over Three Years
- KB Securities assesses that Samsung Electronics' stock, down 49% from its peak, is nearing the end of its correction phase. - The firm anticipates significant shareholder returns over the next three…
LS Securities: Cosmax Achieves Record Q2 Earnings, Raises Target Price by 40%
- LS Securities upgraded its target price for Cosmax by 40% to 350,000 won, citing record second-quarter earnings. - The cosmetics ingredient manufacturer achieved its highest-ever quarterly performan…
Virus Armed With Gene Scissors Defeats Superbug, Saves Patient
- A patient critically ill with a multidrug-resistant bacterial infection recovered after being treated with a bacteriophage virus armed with gene-editing technology. - The virus, a bacteriophage that…
South Korean chipmakers face scrutiny over shareholder returns
- South Korean semiconductor companies are facing scrutiny over their shareholder return policies. - Investors are questioning how companies distribute profits, particularly in light of fluctuating ma…
Roberto Martínez in Talks to Become Netherlands Coach After Other Negotiations Fail
- Roberto Martínez, former coach of the Portuguese national team, is in negotiations to become the head coach of the Dutch national team. - The Dutch Football Association has reportedly met with Martí…
South Korea Weather: Rain on East Coast, Highs of 32°C Inland
- South Korea will experience partly cloudy skies with some rain along the eastern coast on Wednesday, while western and southern regions will see continued high temperatures. - Daytime highs will ran…
Blue House National Security Office emergency meeting over North Korean ballistic missile... Urging cessation of provocation
- South Korea's National Security Office held an emergency meeting following North Korea's ballistic missile launch. - The office expressed concern over repeated launches and urged North Korea to ceas…
Singer Tei Reveals Three-Year Hiatus After Manager's Death: 'He Was My Everything'
- Singer Tei revealed he took a three-year hiatus from music after his manager, whom he considered like a brother, passed away. - Tei described his manager as his entire support system in Seoul when h…
BTS's 'SWIM' matches 'Butter' with 20 weeks on Billboard Hot 100; other HYBE artists also chart
- BTS's song 'SWIM' has remained on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 20 consecutive weeks, matching the record of their hit song 'Butter'. - BTS's 5th album 'Arirang' also continues its strong performa…
Fencer Song Se-ra reclaims world title with last-second win, aims for Asian Games gold
- Song Se-ra reclaimed the women's épée world championship title with a dramatic 9-8 victory in the final seconds. - She expressed feeling a complete understanding of fencing after her win and aims fo…
NEC Report Warns of Scoring Fairness Concerns in Suneung Essay Questions
- A report commissioned by the National Education Commission (NEC) raises concerns about the fairness of scoring in college entrance exams. - The report suggests that introducing essay and subjective-…
'Odyssey' Tops Box Office for a Week, Surpasses 2.36 Million Viewers
- The movie 'Odyssey' has topped the box office for a week, drawing over 2.36 million viewers. - Directed by Christopher Nolan, the film has maintained its number one position since its release on Aug…
Two Years Post-Divorce: Jiyeon's Radiance Contrasts with Hwang Jae-gyun's Reported Health Issues
- Former couple T-ara's Jiyeon and Hwang Jae-gyun are reportedly in starkly different situations two years after their divorce. - Jiyeon has garnered attention for her enhanced beauty and seemingly im…
Colombia Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 240; Thousands Missing Amid Widespread Devastation
- A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia, killing over 240 people. - The quake caused widespread damage, destroying thousands of homes and damaging numerous facilities. - Rescue efforts ar…
South Korea's employment grows for second month, but youth job rate falls
- South Korea's employment saw a year-on-year increase of 108,000 jobs in July, marking the second consecutive month of growth. - However, the youth employment rate (ages 15-29) continued its decline,…
Tottenham's transfer business not over, says manager De Zerbi
- Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi stated that the club's transfer activity is not over for the summer, signaling more signings to come. - De Zerbi expressed ambition for the upcoming season, aiming…
Ko So-young received over 100 million won for first ad in her 20s
- Actress Ko So-young revealed she received over 100 million Korean Won for her first advertisement in her 20s. - She discussed her 35-year advertising career in a YouTube video, noting her peak durin…
Actor Ha Young Faces Industry Backlash After Great-Grandfather's Pro-Japanese Past Revealed
- Actor Ha Young, previously known for her doctor family lineage, faces industry backlash after her great-grandfather was revealed to be a pro-Japanese collaborator. - Historical records show her grea…
Meteor shower to light up the sky tonight with up to 100 shooting stars per hour
- The Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak on August 12-13, offering optimal viewing conditions with minimal moonlight interference. - Up to 100 meteors per hour may be visible under ideal circum…
North Korea Fires Ballistic Missile into East Sea Ahead of Joint Military Drills
- North Korea fired a ballistic missile into the East Sea, marking its first missile provocation in six days. - The launch occurred approximately six days after North Korea's previous missile test and…
"Every Match Feels Like a Final": K League 2 Promotion Race Heats Up with Up to Four Teams Potentially Advancing
- The K League 2 is experiencing its most competitive season ever, with up to four teams potentially earning promotion. - A tight points race sees the top six teams separated by only a few points, hig…
North Korea fires ballistic missile into East Sea
- North Korea fired a ballistic missile into the East Sea from the Wonsan area on August 12. - This marks North Korea's second missile launch in six days, following one on August 6. - The launch occur…
Welcome Back, Baseball! KBO President Heo Gu-yeon Visits Jamsil on Busy First Day After Heatwave Break
- Professional baseball's second half resumed on August 11th after a sudden heatwave-induced break. - The league suspended games from August 5th to 9th due to extreme heat causing player and spectator…
Strength training, even once a week with light weights, is better than not doing it at all
- South Korea's life expectancy is 83.4 years, but healthy life expectancy is only 71.8 years, meaning many live with illness or disability. - Muscle and strength are crucial for maintaining independe…
Platforms Shift Focus to Originality Over Views, Changing Content Monetization
- Digital platforms are shifting their focus from view counts to originality in content monetization. - This change reflects a growing demand for unique and creative content over sheer popularity. - T…
Nephew's Kitchen Knife Defense Against Threatening Uncle Deemed Justifiable by Supreme Court
- A nephew defended himself with a kitchen knife against his uncle, who was threatening him with physical violence and scissors. - The Supreme Court ruled that the nephew's actions constituted justifi…
South Korean court: Nephew's weapon defense against abusive uncle may be justifiable
- South Korea's Supreme Court ruled that a nephew's act of confronting his uncle with a weapon could be considered justifiable self-defense. - The nephew used a weapon against his uncle, who had come …
South Korea women's volleyball team starts East Asian Championship with 3-0 win over Mongolia
- The South Korean women's volleyball team secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Mongolia in their opening match of the East Asian Championship. - Key players Yuk Seo-young and Na Hyun-soo led the scori…
KT Wiz's Sam Hilliard named KBO July MVP, manager praises player
- KT Wiz foreign hitter Sam Hilliard was named the KBO League's MVP for July, marking the first time in six years a foreign player achieved this honor. - Hilliard recorded impressive stats in July, l…
[Breaking] North Korea Fires Unidentified Projectile Eastward, Resumes Provocations After Six Days
- North Korea launched an unidentified projectile eastward, marking a resumption of provocations six days after its last missile launch. - South Korean military authorities are analyzing the projectil…
North Korea Fires Unidentified Projectile Eastward
- South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff reported that North Korea launched an unidentified projectile eastward. - The launch occurred on August 12, 2026, with further details on the projectile's traject…
Iran: Strait of Hormuz to reopen only if US changes stance, accepts demands
- Iran's top security official stated that the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until the U.S. changes its stance and accepts Iran's conditions. - Mohsen Rezai, the new secretary-general of Iran's Sup…
The Crime of Pitching Too Well: How Dominance Can Cost a Pitcher 10 Wins
- The article discusses the frustration of a pitcher who, despite exceptional performance, might not reach 10 wins due to the team's bullpen strategy. - The Hanwha Eagles' bullpen features multiple ha…
Desperate Lotte Giants hold emergency meeting with players, including pitcher Park Se-woong, after falling behind by 7 runs
- The Lotte Giants baseball team held an emergency meeting with players, including pitcher Park Se-woong, after falling behind 7-0 in the second inning. - The team lost 8-4 to the SSG Landers, putting…
"It Was Foolish": Former Samsung Pitcher's Bitter Regret Over Accident That May Have Prevented Korean Stint
- Former Samsung Lions pitcher Ben Lively regrets a past accident that he believes led him to play in Korea. - The accident occurred while Lively was rehabilitating from an injury in the United States…
