[Graphic News] South Korea has fewest children among major nations

A recent study has revealed that South Korea has the lowest proportion of children among countries with populations exceeding 40 million. According to research based on the Japanese government’s analysis of a United Nations population report, children aged 14 and under account for just 10.6 percent of South Korea’s total population as of July 1. This is the lowest figure among 37 countries with more than 40 million people. South Korea has held the bottom spot on the list since 2020, overtaking J

May 22, 2025

[Graphic News] S. Korean golfers regain momentum on LPGA Tour

Ryu Hae-ran recently captured a wire-to-wire victory at the inaugural Black Desert Championship, finishing with a bogey-free final round of 8-under 64 that included six birdies and an eagle. She posted a total score of 26-under 262 to secure the title. This marks the third LPGA Tour win of the year by a South Korean golfer. While Korean players have faced challenges on the LPGA Tour in recent years, standout performers such as Ryu Hae-ran, Amy Yang, Kim Hyo-joo and Kim A-lim continue to deliver

May 21, 2025

[Graphic News] Countries with most Eurovision wins

Austria triumphed at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel, Switzerland, with JJ’s captivating performance of “Wasted Love.” This opera-pop fusion won over both juries and audiences, earning 436 points and narrowly edging out Israel’s Yuval Raphael, whose song “New Day Will Rise” garnered 357 points. This marks Austria’s third Eurovision victory, following previous wins in 1966 and 2014. Historically, Ireland and Sweden share the record for the most Eurovision titles, each with seven wins. I

May 20, 2025

[Graphic News] Incheon airport ranks 3rd in international passenger traffic last year

South Korea’s Incheon International Airport ranked third in international passenger traffic last year, its highest ranking since opening in 2001, the airport’s operator said. The country’s main airport, located about 45 kilometers west of Seoul in Incheon, previously ranked seventh in 2023 and fifth in both 2018 and 2019, the Incheon International Airport Corp. said in a press release. In 2024, a total of 70.67 million passengers used international routes via Incheon Airport, up 26.7 percent fro

May 19, 2025

[Graphic News] Jordan, Woods dominate all-time sports earnings

According to Sportico’s list of the 50 highest-paid athletes of all time, Michael Jordan leads with $4.15 billion in career earnings, fueled largely by his long-standing partnership with Nike and the sale of his stake in the Charlotte Hornets. Tiger Woods ranks second with $2.79 billion, followed by Cristiano Ronaldo ($2.23 billion), LeBron James ($1.88 billion) and Lionel Messi ($1.85 billion), rounding out the top five. Golf legends Arnold Palmer ($1.82 billion) and Jack Nicklaus ($1.75 billio

May 15, 2025

[Graphic News] Working from home in Korea weakest among major countries

South Korean workers spend the least amount of time working from home compared to other major countries, according to a new study. Stanford University surveyed 16,000 university graduates across 40 countries to determine the average number of days worked from home between late 2024 and early 2025. The results were shared with The Economist, the UK-based business weekly. According to the report, college-educated Canadians lead the world in remote work, averaging 1.9 days per week from home. They

May 14, 2025

[Graphic News] Samsung back on top of global smartphone market in Q1

Samsung Electronics has reclaimed its position as the world’s leading smartphone vendor, surpassing Apple in the first quarter of this year. According to market research firms Counterpoint Research, IDC and Canalys, Samsung ranked first in market share, selling 61 million smartphones and holding a 20 percent share during the period. This growth in shipments was driven by the success of the Galaxy S25 series and the early launch of the new Galaxy A series. Apple, which sold 58 million smartphones

May 13, 2025

[Graphic News] Historical overview of papal elections: Conclave

The election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, marks a historic turning point in the Catholic Church and reflects broader changes in global Catholicism. The conclave took two days and four rounds of voting to elect Pope Leo XIV - well within the usual time frame of two to four days. His swift election underscores the growing influence of voices beyond Europe in shaping the future of the church. Traditionally dominated by Europeans, especially Italians, the College of Cardinals is now not

May 12, 2025

[Graphic News] Seoul faces growing concerns over aging sewer pipes and sinkholes

Recent reports from the Seoul Metropolitan Government reveal that nearly half of Seoul’s sewer pipelines are over 30 years old, with more than 30 percent of them exceeding 50 years, raising significant safety concerns. Aging sewer pipes are considered one of the main contributors to ground subsidence, commonly known as sinkholes. As water leaks through cracks in these pipes, it washes away surrounding soil, creating underground voids that can cause roads to collapse. In districts such as Jongno,

May 8, 2025

[Graphic News] How conclave will elect next pope

Following the death of Pope Francis, the Catholic Church is set to elect a new pope through a centuries-old tradition marked by solemnity and secrecy. The College of Cardinals has convened in Rome for general congregations to assess the church’s needs. With the “sede vacante” (“the seat being vacant”) period underway, the papal office is officially empty. Cardinals under 80 will enter the conclave on May 7 in the Sistine Chapel. Bound by strict secrecy, they will cast handwritten ballots in repe

May 7, 2025