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About Chosun Ilbo
Chosun Ilbo is owned by the Chosun Media Group, with the Bang Family maintaining ownership. Bang Sang-Hoon and Bang Juno were appointed chairman and president, respectively, in March 2024. The outlet's revenue is generated through advertising.
Chosun Ilbo is South Korea's oldest continuously published modern daily, founded in 1920. Media Bias/Fact Check rates it as right-center biased in news reporting and having a strong right-biased nationalist conservative editorial perspective, often using loaded words in headlines. The outlet has historically taken a hardline stance against North Korea and has been critical of progressive political figures. Its factual reporting is rated as 'Mixed' by Media Bias/Fact Check due to poor sourcing, lack of transparency, and a failed fact check. Notable controversies include accusations of inventing expert quotes and past favorable reporting on military dictatorships.
Ruling Party Leader Urges Voters to 'Control' Government, Citing 'Drunkenness with Power'
- A ruling party leader urged voters to apply a "control button" to the ruling party, citing its "drunkenness with power." - The leader accused the ruling party of nominating unprepared and incompetenโฆ
South Korea's high-profile divorce battles: Smilegate founder's case could reshape settlements
- A high-profile divorce case involving Kwon Hyuk-bin, founder of Smilegate, is nearing its conclusion. - The valuation of unlisted shares is a key point of contention, potentially creating a 4 trilliโฆ
Hanmi Pharmaceutical stock jumps 11% on $1.4 billion Eli Lilly tech export deal
- Hanmi Pharmaceutical's stock surged over 11% following news of a significant technology export deal. - The company signed a technology transfer agreement worth 1.9 trillion won with global pharmaceuโฆ
Celltrion applies for Canadian approval of psoriasis biosimilar
- Celltrion has applied for Canadian approval for its biosimilar drug CT-P55, a treatment for psoriasis. - CT-P55 is a biosimilar of Cosentyx (secukinumab), developed by Novartis. - Cosentyx is used tโฆ
DB Securities Raises Daeduck Electronics Target Price by 42.9% on Strong Performance Forecast
- DB Securities forecasts strong performance across all business divisions for Daeduck Electronics. - The brokerage raised its target price for the company's stock by 42.9% to 250,000 won. - DB Securiโฆ
"A Final Ultimatum": Lotte Giants on Brink of Major Shake-up, Captain Not Spared
- The Lotte Giants are struggling, having lost series against LG and NC, and are currently in a losing streak. - With a record of 21 wins, 30 losses, and 1 tie, the team is 9 games below .500 and fallโฆ
Actor Lee Hee-joon discusses his complex villain role in 'The Straw Man'
- Actor Lee Hee-joon discusses his role as a villain in the ENA drama 'The Straw Man'. - He aimed to create a character that viewers could not easily hate, focusing on minute details. - The drama concโฆ
Hanmi Pharmaceutical exports digestive disease drug technology to Eli Lilly for up to $1.26 billion
- Hanmi Pharmaceutical has signed a technology export deal with U.S. pharmaceutical giant Eli Lilly. - The agreement involves a sustained-release GLP-2 new drug candidate, 'Sonefpeglutide' (HM15912). โฆ
Park Hae-soo Delivers Heartfelt Performance in Concluded Drama 'The Scarecrow'
- Actor Park Hae-soo has delivered a deeply committed performance in the recently concluded ENA drama 'The Scarecrow'. - The series, which ended on April 26th, involved a detective's unexpected collabโฆ
Crypto Weakens Amid US-Iran Peace Declaration Uncertainty
- Major cryptocurrencies are experiencing a downturn due to uncertainty surrounding a potential end-of-war declaration between the US and Iran. - Bitcoin saw a slight increase to $73,790, while Ethereโฆ
'Nuna, do you have tissues?' Choi Woo-shik cries for help from Jung Yu-mi with stomach pain on the highway ('Youth Over Flowers')
- Actors Choi Woo-shik, Jung Yu-mi, and Park Seo-joon embark on an impromptu trip to Wando for their show 'Youth Over Flowers'. - During the journey, Choi Woo-shik experiences severe stomach pain and โฆ
Actor Ryu Soo-young says staying out overnight equals divorce on 'My Little Old Boy'
- Actor Ryu Soo-young discussed his married life on the SBS show 'My Little Old Boy'. - He stated that staying out overnight after musical practice would lead to divorce. - The episode featured Ryu Soโฆ
Arsenal's UCL Final Loss: Lowest Possession Since the 1980s Sparks Criticism of Arteta
- Arsenal lost the UEFA Champions League final to Paris Saint-Germain on penalties after a 1-1 draw. - Manager Mikel Arteta's tactical decisions during the match drew significant criticism following tโฆ
Entertainer Kian84 Reflects on Age and Social Adaptation: 'Not Socializing Well at 43 is a Problem'
- South Korean entertainer Kian84 reflected on his age and the importance of social integration. - He appeared on his YouTube channel 'Life 84' with guest actor Kwon Hwa-woon. - Kian84 acknowledged thโฆ
Lee Young-ja prefers handmade items over luxury bags, calling herself a 'master of low-price buying'
- Broadcaster Lee Young-ja visited a handmade market in Gyeongju, showcasing her appreciation for crafts. - She expressed her preference for handmade items over luxury bags, emphasizing personal tasteโฆ
'No Show' Ben-Gvir: What Did He Do Instead of Attending 'Israel Day'?
- The article discusses Israeli politician Itamar Ben-Gvir, nicknamed 'No Show' Ben-Gvir. - It questions his actions instead of attending 'Israel Day' events. - The focus is on his absence and alternaโฆ
"I Didn't Care About the Previous Game": Bae Chan-seung Overcomes Nightmare Grand Slam for Victory
- Baseball player Bae Chan-seung overcame a previous game's disappointment to secure a win for the Samsung Lions. - He successfully pitched without allowing any runs in a critical moment during the hoโฆ
Arsenal's Champions League Loss Sparks Mockery from Rivals
- Arsenal's failure to win the Champions League final has led to mockery from rival clubs and players. - Players like Richarlison, Jed Spence, and Erling Haaland reacted on social media shortly after โฆ
[Photo] Park Si-won Delivers Another RBI Double for NC Dinos
- Park Si-won of the NC Dinos hit another timely RBI double in the bottom of the fifth inning. - The hit, with one out and runners on first and third, further extended the NC Dinos' scoring potential.โฆ
[Photo] Park Si-won Hits One-RBI Double for NC Dinos
- Park Si-won of the NC Dinos hit a one-RBI double in the bottom of the fifth inning. - The hit occurred with one out and runners on first and third base. - The game featured the NC Dinos against the โฆ
'54-year-old' Jung Suk-yong confesses to non-stop kisses with his 5-years-younger wife: 'Perhaps because I haven't experienced it before' ('My Ugly Duckling') [Instant Capture]
- Actor Jung Suk-yong appeared as a guest on the SBS show 'My Little Old Boy' ('My Ugly Duckling'). - He shared his joy about his new marriage, joking about his wife being 5 years younger. - The show'โฆ
South Korean Envoy Visits Canada to Support C$60 Trillion Submarine Bid
- Presidential Secretary Kang Hoon-sik departed for Canada on May 31 as a special envoy for strategic economic cooperation. - His visit aims to support South Korea's bid to win a C$60 trillion (approxโฆ
Baseball stars' May dominance silences contract value doubts
- Baseball players Kang Baek-ho of the Hanwha Eagles and Choi Won-joon of the KT Wiz dominated the month of May with exceptional hitting performances. - Both players are currently batting over .400 foโฆ
An Se-young Reclaims Singapore Open Title, Defeats Japanese Rival Yamaguchi for Third Straight International Gold
- An Se-young reclaimed the Singapore Open title two years after her last win, defeating her Japanese rival Yamaguchi. - This victory marks her third consecutive international tournament win this seasโฆ
LG Twins Sweep KIA Tigers, Maintain League Lead as Tolhurst Earns Seventh Win
- LG Twins defeated KIA Tigers 5-3, completing a three-game sweep and maintaining their lead in the KBO League. - Starting pitcher Tyler Tolhurst earned his seventh win of the season, tying for the leโฆ
Lee Myung-bak Takes the Mic in Haeundae... A Final Sprint to Rally Conservatives
- Former South Korean President Lee Myung-bak visited Busan to support Park Hyung-joon, the People Power Party's candidate for Busan mayor. - Lee urged conservatives to rally in the final days before โฆ
Commentator Koo Ja-cheol's fury over 'murderous tackle' on Bae Jun-ho: 'Sportsmanship is missing' with World Cup two weeks away
- South Korean commentator Koo Ja-cheol expressed anger over a dangerous tackle on player Bae Jun-ho just two weeks before the World Cup. - Koo criticized the lack of sportsmanship, stating such aggreโฆ
Cho Kuk slams Democratic Party for 'small interests' politics, abandoning greater cause
- Cho Kuk, a candidate for the Pyeongtaek B parliamentary by-election, criticized the Democratic Party for prioritizing small interests over the broader reformist camp. - He responded to remarks by Deโฆ
'7 Billion CEO' Kim So-young shows true business spirit: 'Weekend meetings... so much fun and dopamine explosion'
- Television personality Kim So-young showcased her entrepreneurial drive by holding a business meeting on a weekend. - She expressed excitement and a "dopamine explosion" from discussing work in a reโฆ
Prosecutor Urges Justice Ministry to Withdraw Unlawful Suspension Extension
- Prosecutor Park Sang-yong has urged the Justice Ministry to withdraw its indefinite extension of a prosecutor's suspension from duty. - Park argues that the extension is unlawful and violates procedโฆ
World Cup heats up! 'Multi-goal' Cho Gue-sung: 'The ball was fast, I will finish well against El Salvador too!'
- South Korea's men's national football team secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago in a friendly match. - Son Heung-min, Cho Gue-sung, and Hwang Hee-chan all scored for the team. - Sโฆ
LG Twins rise to first place after beating KIA Tigers amid stadium light mishap
- LG Twins defeated KIA Tigers 3-1, with pitcher Song Seung-gi earning the win against KIA's Ollie. - LG's victory propelled them to first place in the KBO league standings. - A crucial play in left fโฆ
Samsung Lions call up hot-hitting Yang Woo-hyun, remove pitcher Kim Moo-shin
- Samsung Lions have promoted infielder Yang Woo-hyun to the first team. - Yang Woo-hyun has been performing exceptionally well in the Futures League, hitting .733 in his last 15 at-bats. - Pitcher Kiโฆ
Jeon Jun-woo out of Lotte Giants lineup; Noh Jin-hyuk, Son Sung-bin, Jang Du-seong return
- Lotte Giants manager Kim Tae-hyung has excluded Jeon Jun-woo from the starting lineup for the game against NC Dinos. - Noh Jin-hyuk, Son Sung-bin, and Jang Du-seong are returning to the starting linโฆ
Eagles' pitcher Jo Dong-wook delivers perfect relief inning
- Pitcher Jo Dong-wook of the Hanwha Eagles delivered a perfect one-inning relief performance against SSG Landers. - His timely pitching helped secure a 9-2 lead for Hanwha in the sixth inning. - The โฆ
Ace Pitcher Demoted: KIA Tigers' Lee Eui-ri Struggles with 9.42 ERA, Team Turns to New Starters
- KIA Tigers' left-handed ace pitcher Lee Eui-ri has been sent down to the minor league for the second time. - His ERA has ballooned to 9.42, a significant drop from his previous performance. - The teโฆ
Park Soo-hong & Kim Da-ye's daughter, after conquering the advertising world... her talent is undeniable: 'She strikes a pose to have her picture taken'
- Park Soo-hong's wife, Kim Da-ye, shared an update on their daughter, highlighting her growing confidence in posing for photos. - The 19-month-old daughter, who has already appeared in advertisementsโฆ
Seongnam FC Coach Frustrated by Missed Chances in Scoreless Draw
- Seongnam FC coach Jeon Kyeong-jun expressed frustration after a scoreless draw against Suwon FC. - The team had 16 shots but failed to score, highlighting a persistent issue with finishing. - Jeon vโฆ
Kim Hye-soo Stuns With Slim Legs, Declared Ultimate Self-Care Icon at 55
- Actress Kim Hye-soo recently shared photos on her personal channel, showcasing her slim legs. - In the images, she is seen wearing an oversized shirt, leggings, and sneakers, accessorized with uniquโฆ
Former K-Pop Idol Jung Eun-woo Transitions to Plastic Surgery Clinic Manager
- Jung Eun-woo, formerly of the girl group Pristin, has started a new career as a manager at a plastic surgery clinic in Gangnam. - She expressed gratitude for the public's attention and support folloโฆ
Jung Hoo Lee's 17 Billion Won Comeback: 4 Hits in Return Stuns US Media and Manager
- Baseball player Jung Hoo Lee, signed for 17 billion won, delivered a stellar performance in his return from injury. - Lee recorded four hits in five at-bats in his comeback game, impressing both Ameโฆ
Jameel Warney Re-signs with Seoul SK for Another Season
- Jameel Warney will continue his tenure with Seoul SK for another season, extending his stay with the team. - The KBL announced the results of foreign and Asian quota player re-signings for the 2026-โฆ
Democratic Party launches Pyeongtaek offensive, denies merger rumors
- The Democratic Party is campaigning intensely in Pyeongtaek, accusing opponents of misleading voters. - The party denies any possibility of a merger with other political factions. - This statement cโฆ
Democratic Party Spokesperson Accuses Han Dong-hoon of Election Disruption
Kang Jun-hyun, the chief spokesperson for the Democratic Party, criticized independent candidate Han Dong-hoon for allegedly disrupting election order. Kang accused Han's campaign of engaging in incrโฆ
People Power Party Criticizes Lee Jae-myung for Divisive Voter Appeals
Jang Dong-hyuk of the People Power Party criticized Lee Jae-myung for divisive rhetoric during voter mobilization efforts. Jang accused Lee of creating further division within the public through his โฆ
South Korea's early voting turnout reaches 14.29% by 10 a.m. on second day
- South Korea's early voting turnout for the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections and National Assembly by-elections reached 14.29% by 10 a.m. on May 30. - This turnout is higher than the 12.67% โฆ
South Korean stars urged to tread carefully during election season
- South Korean celebrities are being urged to exercise extreme caution during the election period due to potential political sensitivities. - With local elections approaching, entertainment figures arโฆ
South Korea's Early Voting Turnout Surpasses Previous Elections
- South Korea's early voting turnout for the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections and National Assembly by-elections reached 13.35% by 9 AM on May 30. - This turnout is 1.54 percentage points higโฆ
"No Player Is Greater Than The Team": Enrique's Demands Reshape PSG into European Contenders
- Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has undergone a significant cultural transformation under coach Luis Enrique. - The team has moved from being a collection of stars to a cohesive unit. - This change is desโฆ
BTS's 'Arirang' wows North America with 840,000 fans, cementing 'BTSnomics'
- K-pop group BTS successfully concluded the North American leg of their "BTS WORLD" tour, drawing 840,000 fans. - The tour included stops in five cities: Tampa, El Paso, Mexico City, Stanford, and Laโฆ
Shin Hyun-joon Reveals Wife Wants Fourth Child After Welcoming First at 48
- Actor Shin Hyun-joon, who became a father at 48, discussed future family plans. - He revealed his wife, 12 years his junior, desires a fourth child. - The discussion occurred during an episode of thโฆ
Shin Ha-kyun's Infiltration and Bromance Fuel 'Fifties Professionals' Ratings
- MBC's 'Fifties Professionals' is unraveling a dark event from 10 years ago. - The drama features intense infiltration action from Shin Ha-kyun and a touching bromance between Heo Sung-tae and Lee Haโฆ
Official: England Winger Anthony Gordon Joins FC Barcelona on Permanent Deal for 80 Million Euros
- FC Barcelona has finalized the signing of English national team winger Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United. - The transfer is a permanent deal worth 80 million euros, with Gordon signing a five-yeaโฆ
Shin Ha-kyun entertains fans with witty Instagram posts as his drama character
- Actor Shin Ha-kyun is engaging fans through his Instagram account for his drama character. - He uses the persona of 'Jung Ho-myung' from the MBC drama 'FIFTY FIFTY'. - His witty posts about the charโฆ
NC Dinos suffer shocking 18-7 comeback loss after seventh-inning collapse
- The NC Dinos suffered a devastating 18-7 comeback loss to the Hanwha Eagles after leading 7-2 into the seventh inning. - A dropped fly ball in the seventh inning led to a collapse, allowing the Eaglโฆ
LG Twins face closer dilemma as starting pitching remains shaky
- LG Twins faces a dilemma regarding the closer role as their starting pitchers' performance remains inconsistent. - Son Ju-young is being considered for the closer position, but his suitability is unโฆ
Neymar's World Cup hopes clouded by Grade 2 calf tear diagnosis
- Brazil's star player Neymar has suffered a Grade 2 calf muscle tear, casting doubt on his participation in the upcoming World Cup. Team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar confirmed the severity of the injury, stโฆ
Jung Hye-sung debuts as MC, following Yoon Bomi on 'I Am Solo, Love Continues'
- Actress Jung Hye-sung has taken over as the new MC for the ENA and SBS Plus variety show 'I Am Solo, Love Continues'. She follows in the footsteps of Yoon Bomi, who recently departed the show due toโฆ
Singapore Foreign Minister visits North and South Korea, shares Pyongyang street views
- Singapore's Foreign Minister visited North Korea and South Korea consecutively. - The minister posted videos of Pyongyang's city streets on social media. - The visits signal potential diplomatic engโฆ
Samsung SDS Holds AX Strategy Seminar for Manufacturers in Chungcheong and Jeolla Regions
- Samsung SDS hosted an 'Industry Day' seminar in Daejeon for manufacturing companies in the Chungcheong and Jeolla regions. - The event showcased Samsung SDS's key solutions, service directions, and โฆ
South Korea's Growth Could Exceed 2.6% If Middle East Crisis Eases, Says Central Bank Chief
- South Korean central bank governor Shin Hyun-song indicated that the country's growth rate could exceed 2.6% this year if the Middle East situation is resolved early. - He made these remarks during โฆ
[Feature Stock] Hyundai Mobis Surges on Re-evaluation Expectations for Physical AI
- Hyundai Mobis is experiencing a stock surge due to positive re-evaluation expectations for its physical AI value chain. - Securities firms have reportedly raised their target prices for the company'โฆ
Conservative and Youth Groups Outraged as Starbucks Faces Backlash Over Gwangju Uprising Marketing
- South Korean conservative and youth groups are protesting Starbucks' marketing campaign related to the May 18th Gwangju Uprising. - The groups are calling for a boycott of Starbucks, accusing the coโฆ
KB Securities: Samsung Electronics Market Cap to Reach $2 Trillion, Target Price Set at 530,000 Won
- KB Securities has set a target price of 530,000 Korean won for Samsung Electronics. - The brokerage firm predicts that Samsung Electronics' market capitalization will reach $2 trillion. - This projeโฆ
South Korea expands senior health management via public health centers
- South Korea's Ministry of Health and Welfare is strengthening health management for seniors through public health centers. - The initiative aims to detect frailty early and provide tailored managemeโฆ
Lee Young-ja to Reveal Essential Rest Stop Menu on "Omniscient Interfering View" Comeback
- Lee Young-ja, known as a "food professor," is returning to the variety show "Omniscient Interfering View" (์ ์ฐธ์) for its 400th episode. - The episode will feature her upgraded "Yumi House" lifestyle โฆ
Cosmax Group Heir Lee Byung-man Becomes Largest Shareholder of Holding Company
- Lee Byung-man, vice chairman and the second-generation owner of Cosmax Group, has become the largest shareholder of the holding company Cosmax BTI. - He took over the majority stake from Seo Sung-seโฆ
Michael Carrick's First Manchester United Signing, Atalanta's Ederson, Nears Completion... BBC Reports '35 Million Pounds + 30 Million Pounds in Options,' Club Responds 'Not Yet'
- Manchester United is reportedly close to signing Atalanta midfielder Ederson as their first summer transfer under Michael Carrick. - British broadcaster BBC reported the transfer fee to be around 35โฆ
Mamamoo unveils chic concept photos ahead of '4WARD' comeback
- K-pop group Mamamoo is preparing for their comeback with a special single titled '4WARD,' set for release on June 4. - The group has unveiled concept photos showcasing a chic and sophisticated visuaโฆ
Film 'Wild Thing' Sparks Laughter and Excitement at Preview Screening
- The upcoming film 'Wild Thing' held a concept preview screening that generated enthusiastic audience reactions. - The screening, attended by general audiences, achieved a 99% seat occupancy rate, siโฆ
New Evidence to be Presented to Police in รshlรญรฐ Case
- Relatives of a man who died in 1973 are presenting new evidence to police, seeking a renewed investigation into his death. - The man, Kristinn Hauks Jรณhannesson, was found dead near the รshlรญรฐ road โฆ
131-homer veteran Kikรฉ, injured again after just 2 games... Will Kim Hye-seong's MLB survival time increase?
- Veteran LA Dodgers player Kikรฉ Hernรกndez has been placed on the injured list again, just two games after his return. - This latest injury adds to the uncertainty surrounding his future with the teamโฆ
KIA Tigers extend winning streak to five games with dominant win over Kiwoom Heroes
- KIA Tigers defeated the Kiwoom Heroes 9-2, extending their winning streak to five games. - KIA's victory was driven by a strong performance from both their pitchers and hitters. - The win solidifiesโฆ
SSG Manager Lee Sung-yong and Coaches Observe Game Amidst Unrelated News
- The article includes a photo of SSG Landers manager Lee Sung-yong and coaches Kyung Hyun-ho and Serizawa observing a game between SSG and Samsung. - The accompanying text mentions unrelated celebritโฆ
Pre-election Maneuvers: Conservatives Invoke Park Geun-hye, Progressives Push Unification
- Ahead of early voting, conservative parties are invoking Park Geun-hye while progressive parties focus on candidate unification. - The Chosun Ilbo reports on the political strategies being employed โฆ
SEVENTEEN's Dino Hoped to Be Full-Time Staff on 'Bonjour Bakery' Set
- The production team of the Coupang Play entertainment show 'Bonjour Bakery' recalled SEVENTEEN member Dino's time as a "daytimeใขใซใใคใ" (part-time worker). - They mentioned that actors Cha Seung-won aโฆ
'Scarecrow' production team addresses character criticism
- The production team behind the ENA drama 'Scarecrow' addressed criticisms regarding character development, specifically Sun-young's narrative arc. - Director Park Joon-woo and writer Lee Ji-hyun disโฆ
South Korea Flags 95 Cosmetics Ads Mimicking Food, Posing Ingestion Risk
- South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) identified 95 cases of misleading advertisements for cosmetics. - These cosmetics were designed to resemble food items like donuts, macarons, anโฆ
Kakao Investment Sells Dunamu Stake for $1.2 Billion Profit
- Kakao Investment realized a profit of approximately 1.6 trillion won by selling its stake in Dunamu. - The investment, made about 14 years ago with 3.5 billion won, yielded a return of about 457 timโฆ
Police and Forensic Service Jointly Investigate Seosomun Overpass Collapse Site
- Police and the National Forensic Service are conducting a joint investigation at the site of a collapsed overpass. - The investigation began early in the morning at the Seosomun overpass collapse siโฆ
Jun Ji-hyun Returns to Big Screen After 11 Years, Igniting 'Syndrome' with Zombie Film
- Actress Jun Ji-hyun is generating buzz with her return to the big screen after an 11-year hiatus in the zombie action film 'The Childe'. - She portrays Kwon Se-ha, a biotechnology professor and leadโฆ
Tottenham Investigates Player Injury Crisis, Maddison Questions Issues
- Tottenham Hotspur has launched a comprehensive investigation into the high number of player injuries this season, particularly focusing on unusual anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries. - Midfieโฆ
Global Scholars to Discuss AI Era R&D Strategies at International Workshop
- An international academic workshop focusing on R&D strategies for the AI era will convene global scholars. - The event is organized by the Korea Society of Technology Management and Economics. - Parโฆ
Leveraged ETFs for Samsung, SK Hynix surge on debut as stocks rally
- Leveraged ETFs tracking Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix saw significant gains on their first day of trading. - Samsung Electronics stock rose 7%, reaching a new all-time high, while SK Hynix surgedโฆ
SK Securities: US Treasury Yield Surge Has Limited Impact on KOSPI
- SK Securities analyzed that the rise in U.S. Treasury yields to mid-2000s levels has limited impact on the KOSPI. - However, risks include potential U.S. stock market corrections, a slowdown in the โฆ
US blocks Chinese biotech, Europe fosters growth: Korea urged to speed up clinical trials and R&D
- The U.S. is implementing "biosecurity laws" and investment regulations to block capital and technology from Chinese biotech firms. - In contrast, the European Union is focusing on strengthening its โฆ
KB Securities raises Samsung Electro-Mechanics target price to 2.2 million won on growth expectations
- KB Securities forecasts Samsung Electro-Mechanics to achieve simultaneous growth in MLCC and packaging substrate sectors. - The firm maintained its 'Buy' rating and raised its target price for the cโฆ
US Forces Korea commander: South Korea is like a 'dagger' to China
- The commander of the U.S. Forces Korea, Gen. Paul LaCamera, described South Korea as a "dagger" from China's strategic perspective. - LaCamera made the remarks during a podcast hosted by the U.S. Arโฆ
'Unsung Heroes' and a 78% Win Rate: Coach Park Chul-woo on U-WinD's Miracle
- Coach Park Chul-woo took over as interim head of the U-WinD team after Mauricio Paes stepped down. - Park mentioned that a player struggled with elbow pain but still wanted to play. - The team achieโฆ
NeoArch Robotics Targets Shipbuilding, Construction Labor Shortages with AI Robots
- NeoArch Robotics aims to solve labor shortages in the shipbuilding and construction industries using AI robots. - The company was founded in April 2024 by robotics automation expert Kwon Yong-seop. โฆ
Son Heung-min is fit, but LAFC struggles to utilize him, drawing MLS criticism
- Son Heung-min is reportedly in good physical condition ahead of the World Cup, having trained with LAFC. - Despite a recent 1-0 victory over Seattle Sounders, LAFC is criticized for failing to effecโฆ
Actress Ji Ye-eun: 'No drama offers, people think I can only do comedy? I accept that'
- Actress Ji Ye-eun stated she has no interest in dramatic roles, acknowledging perceptions that she can only perform comedy. - She discussed her career during a conversation with comedian Ji Suk-jin โฆ
South Korean drugmakers lose lawsuits against government price cuts
- South Korean pharmaceutical companies Dong-A ST, Daewon Pharmaceutical, and Borelly lost lawsuits against the government's drug price reduction orders. - The companies had challenged the government'โฆ
Iran ready to end Middle East tensions, but US must show willingness: President
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran is ready to conclude efforts to end Middle East conflicts and tensions. - Pezeshkian emphasized that the United States must demonstrate willingness foโฆ
Morocco coach details World Cup squad selection, emphasizing cohesion and mental readiness
- Morocco's national football team coach Walid Regragui discussed the selection process for the 2026 World Cup squad. - Regragui emphasized that the final list was the result of careful study, balanciโฆ
Quad opposes transit fees in Hormuz, reaffirms North Korea denuclearization commitment
- The Quad nations oppose China's imposition of transit fees in the Strait of Hormuz. - The group reaffirmed its commitment to North Korea's denuclearization. - The meeting aimed to strengthen regionaโฆ
Actress Han Ga-in Mocks Past 'Poodle' Hairstyle from Awards Show
- Actress Han Ga-in jokingly criticized her past red carpet hairstyle, calling it a "black history" moment. - She recalled the styling during a makeup session for a YouTube channel video. - Han Ga-in โฆ
Olympiacos beats Panathinaikos 15-12 in water polo finals opener
- Olympiacos defeated Panathinaikos 15-12 in the first game of the Water Polo League finals. - The match was played at the Papastrateio venue. - Olympiacos secured the win after a closely contested gaโฆ
Foreign Media: South Korea's Offense Strong, Defense Weak Ahead of 2026 World Cup
- Foreign media assess South Korea's chances in the 2026 World Cup, noting strong offense but weak defense. - The team, likely featuring Son Heung-min's last World Cup, is grouped with other nations iโฆ
Son Heung-min shines, but LAFC criticized for 'wasting' star forward
- Son Heung-min is in good form ahead of the World Cup, but LAFC is not utilizing him effectively. - LAFC defeated Seattle Sounders 1-0 in their latest MLS match. - Local media in the U.S. are criticiโฆ