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Audio recordings of the Korea JoongAng Daily's in-depth, on-the-scene news articles and features informing readers around the world of the issues of the day in Korea.
Under the slogan "Your window to Korea", the Korea JoongAng Daily is an English-language news organization focused on Korea that strives to publish factual, timely and unbiased articles.
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From fangirl to insider: Belgian strategist builds K-pop girl group's online presence long before debut
Q. What is your role at the company?
How is this project doing?
What makes your job special?
How did you find this position? What was the process like?
How many international employees are there at PIX Entertainment? What do they bring to the company?
What's one thing about preparing a K-pop group to debut that fans would probably not know?
What are you most looking forward to as Movea prepares to debut, and where do you see yourself professionally in the next few years?
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Nov 10, 2026 |
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No travel, no talking: Young Koreans find peace in virtual temple and more
Why the appeal?
A growing trend
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Nov 07, 2026 |
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Barbecue for whom? North Korea opens bulgogi restaurants in every province as meat remains a luxury.
Who gets a seat
The politics of meat
Getting meat from elsewhere
Households pay the price
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Nov 04, 2026 |
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Beyond pop-ups and palaces, international visitors turn to Korean sports
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Nov 03, 2026 |
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Lawmakers' visa hurdles expose a wider problem in Korea-U.S. alliance as usual channels no longer work
Two ministers for one visa
Channels that no longer work
A wider strain
Visas as leverage
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Nov 01, 2026 |
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Lee's political pandering is alienating migrants, multicultural families and his own base. Is it worth it?
Domestic politics fueling marginalization
Context vs. perception
Repercussions of rhetoric
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Oct 29, 2026 |
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The North vowed to resume its loudspeaker broadcasts. Will inter-Korean border tensions escalate again?
Why is North Korea trying to resume broadcasts now?
What does the move signify?
Why do border loudspeakers matter?
How will the South respond?
What happens next?
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Oct 28, 2026 |
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Brothers in heritage: Korea's digital tech, expertise help unearth first Hellenistic remains in central Turkey region
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Oct 28, 2026 |
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'Original reporting' critical to democracy's defense, says New York Times publisher
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Oct 22, 2026 |
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Seoul's Ukraine pullback raises diplomatic stakes (KOR)
우크라에 대사 소환 넘어 공관원 철수까지 해야 하나
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Oct 21, 2026 |
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SCIA chief's Cabinet seat raises neutrality concerns (KOR)
Related Article
New crime agency makes 1st arrest since launch
Lee formally appoints Kim Ji-Yong as inaugural chief of new serious crimes agency
SCIA chief nominee Kim Ji-yong vows politically neutral investigations
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Oct 21, 2026 |
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Seoul's Ukraine pullback raises diplomatic stakes
Related Article
Seoul to withdraw portion of embassy staff from Ukraine
Three European states urged South Korea to sustain Ukraine support amid diplomatic rift, says senior official
Seoul maintains call for apology from Kyiv over POW issue while searching for 'amicable' solution
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Oct 20, 2026 |
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How can we talk to the people we never learn to communicate with?
Related Article
Goethe and Mickiewicz: Two kinds of longing
The 80-year-old lessons of tech investment mania and inflated profits
Even a Nobel laureate packs his children's lunches
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Oct 20, 2026 |
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SCIA chief's Cabinet seat raises neutrality concerns
Related Article
New crime agency makes 1st arrest since launch
Lee formally appoints Kim Ji-Yong as inaugural chief of new serious crimes agency
SCIA chief nominee Kim Ji-yong vows politically neutral investigations
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Oct 20, 2026 |
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European partners voice unease over South Korea's rift with Ukraine
Related Article
How a humanitarian transfer of North Korean POWs became a row between Seoul and Kyiv
'Diplomacy over emotions': Kyiv seeks to mend ties with Seoul as POW transfer spat continues
Europe's message to Seoul
The cost of the spat
A way out
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Oct 20, 2026 |
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Five Korean university campuses to visit for autumn foliage
Yonsei University
Sungkyunkwan University
Jeonbuk National University
Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Global Campus
Kyung Hee University
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Oct 19, 2026 |
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As demand for Korean tests grows, a new exam is broadening access. But will more colleges recognize it?
How is SKA different from Topik?
The cost, duration and registration of the tests
Which one carries more weight?
Will the gap between the two tests narrow?
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Oct 16, 2026 |
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Why don't Koreans carry house keys anymore?
How the traditional key disappeared
Built for apartments
Easy for renters
Safer than a key?
The key is gone. The keyring isn't.
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Oct 09, 2026 |
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How a humanitarian transfer of North Korean POWs became a row between Seoul and Kyiv
Who are the two soldiers, and what happened?
Was there really an agreement to keep it secret?
Why did Kyiv want secrecy, and why did it go public?
Why has Seoul reacted so strongly?
How is North Korea likely to respond?
What happens next?
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Sep 30, 2026 |
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'God of Vocals' Lee Seung-chul marks 40 years with WOODZ duet, global tour plans
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Sep 30, 2026 |
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A song of Seoul: Denmark's music-loving ambassador touts trust, wind power and rye bread
Q. Your postings included more than two decades in Asia. How does Seoul compare?
You've written songs about the cities in your past postings. What's the story behind the hobby?
Tell us about what's on the table today.
How has Danish food culture evolved?
Korea has become a superaged society. What could it learn from Denmark's approach to aging and patient-centered care?
Denmark's model rests on high taxes and a high level of social trust. Isn't that hard to transplant onto a society with a different tax burden and social consensus?
Denmark is the world leader in offshore wind. How are the two countries cooperating on that front?
Orsted, a Danish multinational energy company, said in an internal memo that it would not bid for its Incheon project in the government's second-half auction. How do you think this affects Danish companies' confidence in the Korean market?
Denmark doesn't run a separate trade office here. Why is that?
Seventy-five years ago, during the 1950-53 Korean War, Denmark sent the hospital ship Jutlandia to Busan. What does that history mean today?
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Sep 29, 2026 |
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Beyond Jongno 3-ga: Six Seoul neighborhoods where old industry, local life and new culture meet
1. Mullae-dong
2. North Seongsu
3. Euljiro
4. Seochon's Nuha-dong
5. Dapsimni
6. Mangwon-dong
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Sep 18, 2026 |
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The Hormuz trilemma: Why Lee Jae Myung's Iran calculation is harder than Roh's Iraq decision
How did we get here?
Why is Washington singling out Korea specifically?
How is Iran responding?
What assets could Seoul send to the Middle East?
Where does public opinion stand?
Has Korea faced a similar decision before?
What happens next?
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Sep 15, 2026 |
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'Korea became my home': Iran-born scientist discusses research, naturalization and future
Related Article
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Sep 15, 2026 |
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How Trump's order to scale back drills complicates Seoul's wartime command bid
What exactly changed about this year's UFS exercise?
What is Opcon, and how is the transfer actually decided?
Does the government's "no impact" claim hold up?
How has Washington reacted?
Do Seoul and Washington agree on a timeline?
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Sep 04, 2026 |
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Missing Jeju woman's death exposes police failures as Korea weighs unprecedented investigative power shift
What happened to Jang Mi-ran?
What happened to the officer who closed Jang's case?
Could there be more victims?
Why does the timing matter?
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Aug 26, 2026 |
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King Sejong Institutes look beyond language to build bridges between Korea and the world
From Korean Wave to deeper ties
New direction, broader vision
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Aug 20, 2026 |
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For this Dominican beauty magazine manager, Korea is a beautiful place to innovate
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Aug 18, 2026 |
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As dog meat ban nears in Korea, canines still require rescue
The lucky 3 percent
The law, and its ticking clock
What the closure numbers hide
The farmers' catch-22
Bridging gaps
From panic selling to $1,000 per dog
Blind spots in enforcement
Shift to black goat
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Aug 17, 2026 |
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Independence activist Ahn Jung-geun's final prison calligraphy unveiled
Related Article
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Aug 13, 2026 |
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Son Heung-min scores in shootout to keep LAFC's knockout hope alive at Leagues Cup
Related Article
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Aug 13, 2026 |
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Beyond the court: Korean university basketball finds new connections with continental league
Korean teams on the Asian stage
Building a continental stage for college sports
Exchange beyond the court
Looking ahead: Starting with Korea
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Aug 13, 2026 |
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'American dream' becomes nightmare as U.S. visa uncertainties unsettle Korean students
A growing chilling effect across campus
Rethinking where to go, and who can still afford to
A harder calculus for male students
What's confirmed, and what's still just talk
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Aug 10, 2026 |
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Challenges greet President Lee upon return as approval sinks below 50 percent (KOR)
Related Article
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Aug 05, 2026 |
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Challenges greet President Lee upon return as approval sinks below 50 percent
Related Article
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Aug 04, 2026 |
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Preparing for the 3 million foreign resident era (KOR)
Related Article
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Aug 04, 2026 |
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Real estate policies fuel housing anxiety and punitive taxation (KOR)
Related Article
Lee's approval rating falls for second consecutive week: Poll
Property divide leaves more employed Koreans in their 30s living with parents
Parliamentary speaker clarifies second term for sitting president 'not up for discussion'
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Aug 04, 2026 |
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The military academy lost in 'Purple Clouds' (KOR)
The military academy lost in 'Purple Clouds' (KOR)
Related Article
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Aug 04, 2026 |
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Real estate policies fuel housing anxiety and punitive taxation
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Aug 03, 2026 |
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Preparing for the 3 million foreign resident era
Preparing for the 3 million foreign resident era
Related Article
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Aug 03, 2026 |
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The military academy lost in 'Purple Clouds'
The military academy lost in 'Purple Clouds'
Related Article
Lee wants an integrated military academy. What does that mean for South Korea's future defense and security?
Daejeon mayor sees unified national military academy as major step forward for city
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Aug 03, 2026 |
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Paper crafts to carbon markets: A Russian entrepreneur's sustainability journey in Korea
Related Article
Malaysian content manager of Korean cosmetics firm on the beauty of chasing your dreams
Creating jobs, changing perceptions: A Chinese professional's insights on Korea's social sector
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Jul 31, 2026 |
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Why the U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal is unlikely to expand South Korea's nuclear rights
Different scales, different stakes
A calculated hedge
Tied at the Hill
Separating power from proliferation
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Jul 29, 2026 |
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Unesco World Heritage Centre director urges preservation of Jongmyo amid development dispute
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Jul 26, 2026 |
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Inscription of additional South Korean tidal flats advances World Heritage Committee's collaborative initiatives
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Jul 25, 2026 |
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After 20 years on the move, a school for children with North Korean backgrounds gets a permanent home
Related Article
A quiet wish from North Korean defector youths
Children of North Korean defectors born in third countries face discrimination, legal blind spots
Young defector dreams of being on the silver screen
Not in my backyard
From cattle to classrooms
A different kind of student
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Jul 24, 2026 |
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For Lee Dong-wook, action is more than a genre — it's a new acting tool
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Jul 24, 2026 |
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With Unesco opening ceremony, director Won Il wanted a 'pure dish' to serve up heritage
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Jul 21, 2026 |
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K-Heritage House travels through time, with technology and analog mastery
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Jul 21, 2026 |
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Unesco-listed Ulsan petroglyphs captivate heritage experts, but preservation challenge remains
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Jul 19, 2026 |
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A tap, a kiss and careful choreography: In North Korea's succession drama, Kim Ju-ae is heir and accomplice
[A STUDY OF KIM JONG-UN 13]
Dressed for power
From white puffer to leather coat
A royal drama, Pyongyang edition
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Jul 16, 2026 |
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Delayed graduations, visa troubles: International students cite university support failures
English information is often incomplete
'There was no one to ask'
Delayed graduation and visa issues
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Jul 13, 2026 |
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Mongolia's ambassador sees Lee visit opening new 'golden era' in Seoul-Ulaanbaatar ties
Q. This will be President Lee's first trip to Mongolia, and a Korea leader's first state visit there in 15 years. How did it come about?
What's on the agenda?
Why is Mongolia positioning itself as a partner in critical minerals and rare earths specifically?
The Second National Cancer Center is a flagship medical initiative leveraging Korean expertise. What concrete progress has been made ahead of the summit?
You mentioned environment is also on the agenda. What's the main initiative there?
What role can Mongolia play in easing tensions on the Korean Peninsula?
Mongolia is often floated as a potential venue if U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korea's Kim Jong-un were to meet again. What's your reaction to that speculation?
Given Mongolia's position between Russia and China, how do you explain its "Third Neighbor" foreign policy?
Multilateralism has become a real buzzword lately, but some argue that it doesn't work anymore. Does this affect how Mongolia, as a small country, approaches its overall diplomacy?
Where do you see the deepest cultural connections between Mongolia and Korea?
What are the characteristics of Mongolian food?
Horseback racing is considered a universal experience for most Mongolian kids growing up. What about your own experience?
What's your favorite Korean dish?
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Jul 08, 2026 |
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'Dictator in training': Kim Ju-ae's appearances in North Korean media show she's not just a little girl anymore
The protected daughter
Becoming a public figure
Training for power
Learning the weight of the crown
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Jul 07, 2026 |
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Dinosaur expert seeks to redefine Unesco's role at this year's heritage committee
A turning point
Beyond palaces and royal tombs
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Jul 05, 2026 |
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'The Korean Table' tells the 3,000-year story behind today's global K-food boom
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Jul 03, 2026 |
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Episode 10: I'd still go to Itaewon that day — an ode to staying alive and remembering
To Readers
Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022.
What changes after a disaster
Sewol ferry disaster
Why I decided to write this series
I am still living with PTSD
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Jul 01, 2026 |
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Episode 9: Four years later, October is still the cruelest month
To Readers
Note: The story centers on the Itaewon disaster, which occurred on Oct. 29, 2022.
The meaning behind feeling safe
Why social healing is needed
Sewol ferry disaster
April 19 Revolution
The Second Battle of Yeonpyeong
The long road to recovery
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Jul 01, 2026 |
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Iconic 'Walking Buddha' makes Korea debut in landmark exhibit of treasures from Thailand
Related Article
When the idea is the artwork: MMCA opens exhibition of Korean conceptual art
A new generation of Korean ballet takes the stage
National Museum of Korea, Uffizi Galleries sign MOU on collection exchanges, restoration cooperation
This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
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Jun 30, 2026 |
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Vassal no more: Kim Jong-un's body language with Xi, Putin says he's one of the big boys now
Related Article
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Jun 30, 2026 |