South Korea Election Protests
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Protests in South Korea over ballot shortages have entered their 12th day, with demonstrators demanding new elections. Police have issued dispersal warnings amid ongoing demonstrations in Seoul. Separately, Seoul City plans to sue MBC for alleged biased reporting on construction errors.
Seoul Shelter for Gig Workers to Close Amidst Heatwave Due to Reconstruction
- A vital rest stop for gig economy workers in Seoul, the Hyo Seoul Mobile Worker's Bukchang Shelter, will close on August 13 due to building reconstruction. - The shelter's closure comes at the peak of summer heat, with no alternative space secured yet, creating a potential
Seoul to Allow Out-of-School Youth First-Ever Access to National Senior High Exam
- Starting in October, out-of-school youth in Seoul will be permitted to take the national high school senior college entrance exam for the first time. - This pilot program follows a court ruling that…
Seoul's Top 5% Home Prices Rank Second Globally Amid Lower National Growth
- South Korea's overall housing price increase is lower than other major global cities. - However, the top 5% of housing prices in Seoul rank second among 46 countries. - This indicates a significant …
Nationwide home prices lag, but Seoul's luxury homes see second-highest global rise
- South Korea's overall housing price increase is low compared to other major countries. - However, high-priced homes in Seoul have seen some of the world's highest price surges. - This trend indicate…
Matt Damon Attends KBO Baseball Game in Seoul Ahead of 'Odyssey' Promotion
- Hollywood actor Matt Damon attended a KBO League baseball game between the Kiwoom Heroes and SSG Landers at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. - Damon was reportedly there to support Matt Davidson, a foreig…
Seoul Heatwave Continues, Heat-Related Illnesses Rise to 158
- Seoul is experiencing a prolonged heatwave, with 5 new heat-related illnesses reported, bringing the cumulative total to 158. - Heatwave warnings are in effect for most of the city, with temperature…
Heatstroke Cases Surge in Gyeongnam, Outpacing Seoul Amidst Extreme Heatwave
- South Korea's Gyeongnam province has surpassed Seoul in the number of heatstroke patients, despite having one-third of the capital's population. - A total of 72 new heatstroke patients were reported…
South Korea Endures Widespread Tropical Nights, Highs Near 39C
- Most of South Korea is under a tropical night advisory, with temperatures expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius on Sunday. - Heatwave warnings are in effect for several regions, including Seoul and B…
Intoxicated Man Dies After Being Hit by Car in Seoul
- A man in his 40s died after being hit by a car in the Daechi-dong area of Seoul, South Korea. - The man was reportedly intoxicated and entered the road before the accident occurred. - The driver, in…
