Articles by Shim Woo-hyun
Shim Woo-hyun
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Seoul asks Beijing to prevent distortions of Korean history
S. Korea’s National Assembly speaker asked China’s third-ranking leader Li Zhanshu to ensure efforts to prevent possible attempts at distorting the history between the two countries, during a bilateral meeting held at the National Assembly on Friday. “History is related to the identity of a country and its people. It is important to accept facts as objective as possible and educate the next generation as such,” National Assembly Speaker Kim Jin-pyo said. Kim also said
Foreign Affairs Sept. 16, 2022
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President Yoon appoints chief prosecutor and FTC chairman
President Yoon Suk-yeol on Friday approved the appointment of Lee Won-seok as the administration's first chief prosecutor, ending the monthslong leadership vacuum at the prosecution. Yoon also confirmed the appointment of Han Ki-jeong, a Seoul National University law professor, as the chairman of the Fair Trade Commission. Yoon told reporters during a doorstep interview Friday morning that he decided to push ahead with the delayed appointments as many have pointed out the Cabinet vacancies. Th
Politics Sept. 16, 2022
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[Newsmaker] Suriname may take legal action against producers of 'Narco-Saints' over unfair portrayal
The government of Suriname said it will consider legal action against the producers of the recent Netflix series "Narco-Saints," which possibly casts a negative image of the country. The South Korean Embassy in Venezuela issued an advisory to ensure the safety of South Korean nationals living in Suriname, according to local reports on Thursday. "Narco-Saints," which is titled "Suriname" in Korean, revolves around a South Korean drug lord operating in Suriname and
Foreign Affairs Sept. 15, 2022
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Newly created Typhoon Nanmadol could head for S. Korea
Another typhoon could bear down on the Korean Peninsula, which was recently hit by the powerful Typhoon Hinnamnor, according to the state weather agency Wednesday. The Korea Meteorological Administration said a tropical depression has developed into a typhoon over waters 1,370 kilometers east-southeast of Japan’s Okinawa as of 9 a.m. on Wednesday. The newly developed typhoon, the 14th typhoon this year, has been named Nanmadol. Typhoon Nanmadol was less volatile, as of Wednesday, than Typ
Social Affairs Sept. 14, 2022
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S. Korea dodges two typhoons, but a third could hit
South Korea will be safe from two typhoons that have formed to the south of the peninsula, but another typhoon could become active over the waters off of Japan's Okinawa and hit the country, the state weather agency said Tuesday. Typhoon Muifa, the 12th tropical storm this year, was moving northward over waters 260 kilometers east of Taipei at a speed of 8 kilometers per hour as of 3 a.m. Tuesday, according to the Korea Meteorological Administration, The typhoon has a central pressure of 965
Social Affairs Sept. 13, 2022
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Experts warn of impending 'twindemic' in S. Korea
Experts are warning of a possible “twindemic” of seasonal flu and the coronavirus, starting in the fall. The country is already seeing gradual rises in the number of people who are infected with seasonal influenza viruses. According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, in the fourth week of August, 4.7 out of 1,000 visitors to hospitals were reported to have influenza-like symptoms, up from 4.3 from a week ago and 3.3 five weeks ago. The infection rate among minors ar
Social Affairs Sept. 12, 2022
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Korea reels in aftermath of Hinnamnor that left 11 dead and 1 missing
Typhoon Hinnamnor has left 11 dead, one missing and three injured as of 3 p.m. Wednesday, according to the Central Disaster Safety Relief Headquarters. In Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province, nine people were killed by the storm, and one went missing. In nearby Gyeongju, a person was found dead, and a man in his 20s who had gone missing in Ulsan was found dead in the afternoon. To help the recovery in Pohang, President Yoon Suk-yeol said Wednesday he would designate Pohang as a special disaster zo
Politics Sept. 7, 2022
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Typhoon Hinnamnor passes S. Korea, leaving around a dozen of casualties
Typhoon Hinnamnor, the 11th typhoon this year, passed South Korea on Tuesday, leaving several dead and missing, and dealing severe damages to cities on the east coast. As of 6 p.m., three people were confirmed dead, and nine missing. The government on Tuesday morning reported one dead and two missing. But, later in the afternoon, the government updated the tally, which included three deaths and nine missing people. The official tally was updated as seven additional people were reported missing
Social Affairs Sept. 6, 2022
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Powerful Typhoon Hinnamnor approaches S. Korea
Typhoon Hinnamnor, which could be the most powerful storm to hit the Korean Peninsula in two decades, is headed to South Korea and expected to affect the country until Tuesday, after which it is expected to move north-northeast. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, Hinnamnor was located 460 kilometers south-southwest of Jeju Island's Seogwipo, moving north at a speed of 19 kilometers per hour with an atmospheric pressure of 935 hectopascals at its center -- traveling faster than
Social Affairs Sept. 5, 2022
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[Weekender] Younger generations lead a Korean tennis boom
Tennis, once considered in Korea as a sport of the middle-aged, is gaining popularity among younger generations seeking a more affordable outdoor sport with more "Instagrammable" moments. The COVID-19 pandemic contributed to its rising popularity as well. After a long period of the pandemic, people began looking for active sports that they could play with a small number of people, partly to sidestep social distancing measures. Kim, a 31-year-old woman living in Seoul, says she started
weekender Sept. 3, 2022
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Super Typhoon Hinnamnor approaches S. Korea
Typhoon Hinnamnor is approaching South Korea, and it is expected to bring heavy rains accompanied by strong winds to the southern part of the country, including the island of Jeju, the state weather agency said Friday. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, Typhoon Hinnamnor, the 11th typhoon of this year, is currently passing Taiwan's east coast and began to move northward at a slow speed, 2 kilometers per hour. Typhoon Hinnamnor is expected to pick up speed Saturday night to
Social Affairs Sept. 2, 2022
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S. Korea’s daily COVID-19 cases stay below 90,000, severe cases remain above 500 for 10th day
South Korea's new COVID-19 infections stayed below 90,000 for the second straight day, the government reported Friday. The number of critically ill patients, however, remained above 500 for a 10th straight day. According to the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, the country reported 89,586 new COVID-19 infections on Thursday, including 317 from overseas. The daily tally was up from the previous day’s 81,573. But it was the lowest for a Thursday count in five weeks, dating to A
Social Affairs Sept. 2, 2022
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S. Korea to start taking reservations for homegrown COVID-19 vaccine
South Korea on Thursday started taking reservations for South Koreas first COVID-19 vaccine developed by a domestic firm, SK Bioscience. Adults aged 18 and older can make reservations for the country’s first homegrown vaccine if they have not completed the primary vaccination series. Those who make reservations will be able to get the vaccine from Sept. 13. Public health centers and local hospitals will also use the vaccine from Monday. The Ministry of Health and Welfare explained
Social Affairs Sept. 1, 2022
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New opposition leader vows to focus on people’s livelihood, requests meeting with president
The Democratic Party of Korea’s new Chairman Lee Jae-myung began his first day on Monday by pledging to seek cooperation with the ruling party and the Yoon Suk-yeol administration to overcome pressing economic issues and to improve people’s livelihoods. But, he also noted that he will fight any attempts to hurt democracy. On Monday morning, Lee began his first day with a visit to Seoul National Cemetery to pay tribute to fallen patriots. He then held a meeting with high-level offi
Politics Aug. 29, 2022
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S. Korea’s expert committee advises ending testing regulations for inbound travelers
South Korea’s advisory committee on infectious diseases, under the office of the prime minister, on Monday advised the government to lift COVID-19 testing regulations for inbound travelers. The committee’s announcement is fanning speculations that the government will lift the predeparture COVID-19 testing rule. The government’s decision is expected to be made this week. At present, all travelers to South Korea must submit the results of a polymerase chain reaction test tak
Social Affairs Aug. 29, 2022
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