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An international non-government organization, committed to protecting the rights and welfare of migrant workers, has issued a statement expressing concerns about a pilot program for introducing Filipino caregivers to South Korea. Migration Forum in Asia recently issued a statement, saying the plan for a pilot program for Filipino domestic workers has a “discrepancy in terminology” and a “lack of clarity in the scope of work” they can be asked to do. “The prog
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S. Korea resumes border military activities
South Korea voted in a Cabinet meeting to suspend the 2018 inter-Korean pact on Tuesday after a week of North Korea’s unceasing provocations ranging from attempting to launch another spy satellite to sending trash balloons. The Cabinet decision was approved by President Yoon Suk Yeol the same day, making the pact -- aimed at minimizing front-line tensions -- lose effect entirely for the time being. South Korea earlier halted parts of the pact to resume surveillance activities near the bord
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Marking complete return, Kim Keon Hee hosts luncheon for African first ladies
June 4, 2024
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More Korean husbands seek divorce than foreign wives
June 4, 2024
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[Bridge to Africa] Morocco urges Korea to enhance cooperation in Atlantic coast vision
June 4, 2024
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90% of Koreans believe climate crisis is happening: KMA
June 4, 2024
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Couple illegally adopts baby and lets her die
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Business
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Korea yet to welcome spot crypto ETFs
While the US Securities and Exchange Commission made another move to embrace cryptocurrency by approving exchange-traded funds tied to the price of ether, the most famous crypto after bitcoin, spot cryptocurrency ETFs remain out of reach for South Korean investors. On May 23, the US SEC gave the green light for eight spot ether ETFs, potentially paving the way for the funds to begin trading later this year. The decision came four months after its landmark approval on spot bitcoin ETFs. For Korea
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Seoul shares end lower on profit taking
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HD Hyundai to develop AI technology for ships
June 4, 2024
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Energy shares rally on potential East Sea jackpot
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KT, Microsoft forge partnership for AI push
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Green energy firms showcase innovations at ENVEX 2024
June 4, 2024
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Kakao launches K.ride for foreign travelers
June 4, 2024
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Life&Culture
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AI restores lost music by King Sejong
The latest technology and ancient music came together at the "Reviving 600-year-old Korean Music with Artificial Intelligence" (direct translation) seminar Sunday, demonstrating how generative artificial intelligence can restore lost ancient music. According to the records, King Sejong (1397-1450) composed a large work of music, "Bongnaeui," which includes three scores: "Yeomillak," "Chihwapyeong" and "Chwipunghyeong." Among the three, "Yeom
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Frieze Seoul's 3rd edition to revive Seoul art scene
June 4, 2024
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[Bridging Cultures] Questions first, answers later: Goethe-Institut director
June 4, 2024
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[Herald Interview] Actor Byeon Woo-seok says he loved Seon-je in 'Lovely Runner'
June 4, 2024
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Seoul Opera aims to expand reach with outdoor performances
June 4, 2024
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KTO holds photography contest
June 4, 2024
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Thriller 'The Consultant' shortlisted for Dagger award
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