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Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea

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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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03:30

When war meets the stock market

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/29

Kim Sung-jaeThe author is a business administration professor at Furman University and author of "The Story of Tariffs" (2025). On Nov. 4, 1979, at the height of the Iranian Revolution, student protesters stormed the U.S. Embassy in Tehran. Fifty-two Americans were taken hostage. Ten days later, Jimmy Carter ordered the freezing of roughly $12 billion in Iranian assets. Washington attempted negotiations to secure the hostages' release, but Iran's revolutionary government refused to yield

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05:32

Making home-visit dental care work early

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/29

Myoung Hoon The author is the head of clinical services and public care center, Seoul National University Dental Hospital. An older adult colleague in the Korean Academy of Geriatric Dentistry often visits his mother in a long-term care facility, sharing meals and conversation. Drawing on his dental training, he carefully cleans her mouth using a toothbrush, toothpaste, several types of interdental brushes, floss and a tongue cleaner. For families caring for parents with limited mobility,

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05:27

Why names matter in politics and identity

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/29

Yeh Young-june The author is the head of the editorial board at the JoongAng Ilbo. President Lee Jae Myung recently said he watched the film "My Name Is," which portrays the unhealed trauma of the Jeju April 3 Uprising. The story follows an older woman who, having lost all memory before the age of 8 due to that trauma, has lived her entire life under a different name and begins searching for her original identity buried deep in her memory. The director's decision to place "name" at the

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03:01

Field trips are disappearing, but blaming teachers...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/29

As school outings, field trips and other forms of experiential learning rapidly shrink, President Lee Jae Myung has personally called for countermeasures. Teachers' groups, however, have pushed back, saying the president's understanding of the issue is incorrect. At a Cabinet meeting earlier this week, Lee said schools were "depriving students of good opportunities" because they did not want to take responsibility. He also said, "You cannot get rid of a jar just because you fear maggots

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06:22

Vietnam's Phu Quoc island to transform into grand...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/29

This article is by Seo Ji-eun and read by an artificial voice.PHU QUOC, Vietnam — A year ago, the southern coastline of Phu Quoc, Vietnam's largest island, held only open water. By the autumn of 2027, the area will be ready to host one of the most consequential gatherings in its history: the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum. A 3-kilometer (1.86-mile) boulevard lined with 10,000 coconut palms and flanked by 15 international hotels will lead toward a convention center housing

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01:37

Hyundai Glovis introduces world's largest car...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/29

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. Hyundai Glovis has introduced the world's largest car carrier, capable of transporting up to 10,800 vehicles in a single voyage. It is the first time a global car carrier has deployed a pure car and truck carrier (PCTC) with capacity exceeding 10,000 units, making it the largest PCTC currently in operation. The ship, named Glovis Leader, measures 230 meters (754 feet) in length and 40 meters in beam, weighing 102,590 tons. It

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05:17

The AI transformation is changing more than just...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/29

This article is by Kim Su-min and read by an artificial voice. In Korea's corporate sector, AI is no longer just a tool — it's reshaping who gets promoted and whether new workers are hired at all. Major local conglomerates are making the AI transformation (AX) a key part of employee management, according to industry sources on Tuesday. But as firms focus on enhancing the skills of existing employees, hiring for entry-level positions is slowing. Surveys and industry voices suggest that as

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04:50

From in-company drive-thrus to yoga, lunch hours...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/29

This article is by Lim Sun-young and read by an artificial voice. Lunch at work used to mean waiting in line with a tray in hand, then carefully examining the large hall to spot a table for all your teammates. Now it can mean grabbing a meal from your car, squeezing in a simple yoga routine during a workout, or ordering a menu inspired by a video game. Korea's group catering industry is evolving into a more personalized service. Cafeterias at workplaces, military bases and schools have

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07:49

Are influencers turning beloved Seoul destinations...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/28

This article is by Fergus Goodall Smith and read by an artificial voice. Residents of Seoul are stuck between a rock and a hard place. While tourism is one of the economic backbones of the city, many are decrying its effect on the price of goods at beloved food spots such as Gwangjang Market. Some restaurants thrive while others struggle, as social media now funnels overwhelming crowds into a handful of venues. Still, that intensity can push out locals, raise prices and leave competing

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02:44

Meanwhile : The psychology of swearing

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/28

Choi Hoon The author is a professor at Hallym University. A recent controversy arose after an athlete appeared to mouth an expletive during a game. The athlete later explained that the remark was not directed at others but at himself and offered an apology. With the rise of live television broadcasts, moments like these have increasingly been captured on camera, but the public reaction has not been especially severe. Self-directed swearing is often interpreted as a sign of competitive

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05:40

Expanding home care for older patients after discharge

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/28

Shin Sung-sik The author is a welfare specialist reporter at the JoongAng Ilbo. Korea is entering an era in which care for older patients does not end at the hospital door. Last year, 2.7 million people aged 65 or older were hospitalized and discharged, equal to 2.6 out of every 10 people in that age group. Without proper home care, however, 22 percent get readmitted within 90 days. According to the National Health Insurance Service (NHIS), about 370,000 discharged patients are deemed

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04:47

AI adviser’s Busan run exposes policy doubts

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/28

The author is an editorial writer at the JoongAng Ilbo. For Ha Jung-woo, senior presidential secretary for AI future planning, I may have been only one of many reporters he had to deal with. But since his days at Naver, I had privately thought of him as my AI tutor. Whenever I had questions about AI technology or trends, I turned to him. Even when busy, he explained them in plain language fit for a humanities major. That was why expectations were high when Ha was appointed last June as

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03:02

Envoy’s sudden return signals need to ease Korea-U.S....

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/28

Amid growing public discord between South Korea and the United States over a probe into Coupang and an alleged leak of sensitive information related to North Korea, South Korean Ambassador to the United States Kang Kyung-wha abruptly returned to Seoul on Monday. She described the trip as personal, but it appears to be intended for direct consultations with senior officials, including Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, on the worsening situation. Her unusual visit underscores that the current

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01:45

Amcham, Finance Ministry explore policies to elevate...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/28

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. James Kim, chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (Amcham), met with Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol on Tuesday to explore strategic policy directions aimed at elevating Korea's standing as a global financial hub and a premier regional headquarters destination. This dialogue followed the publication of Amcham's Korea's Financial Hub Agenda report, which sets forth 39 policy proposals, including 10 core reform

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08:21

Korean pet owners suffer profound grief over dead...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/27

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. "I always expected a proper farewell," an office worker in his 30s quietly said at a cafe in Jongno District, central Seoul. "But it's beyond what I had imagined, this excessive weight of loss." The man, surnamed Yoo, who asked to be identified by a pseudonym to protect his privacy, lost his 14-year-old Maltese early last month. He had anticipated the day would come, given that his dog frequently went to a hospital for heart

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04:37

The arrival of spring brings 'Family Month' into full...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/27

This article is by Woo Ji-won, Jin Eun-soo and read by an artificial voice. With several public holidays scattered throughout the month, it's the perfect time to get outside and spend time with family. Across the country, botanical gardens burst into color, themed parks and museums come alive with events and festivals spill into parks, offering countless ways to enjoy the season together. Nature in full bloom For those looking to experience nature at its most vibrant, gardens are a natural

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02:48

Meanwhile : An asteroid’s fleeting shadow

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/27

The author is a principal researcher at the Korea Astronomy and Space Science Institute. A bright full moon once turned a deep, amber red. In the early hours of Sept. 8 last year, a total lunar eclipse unfolded as Earth's shadow swallowed the moon whole. The eclipse lasted about an hour and a half over Korea's night sky. Earth's shadow was wide enough to cover the moon twice. Seven months later, on April 19, the celestial stage shifted from Earth to an asteroid. A dark, coal-like object

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05:12

North Korea’s cluster munitions threat and policy...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/27

Park Jong-seung The author is a distinguished professor at Korea Aerospace University and former head of the Agency for Defense Development. North Korea reaffirmed its dual-track strategy of advancing both nuclear and conventional forces at the recently-held Ninth Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea. The regime framed the modernization of conventional capabilities through defense science and technology not only as a means of strengthening military power but also as a core tool for

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06:22

Long-term holding tax break reform, right direction...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/27

Suh Kyoung-ho The author is an editorial writer at the JoongAng Ilbo. President Lee Jae Myung's repeated remarks about scaling back the tax break for real estate capital gains have sent ripples through both politics and the housing market. The policy, commonly referred to as the long-term holding deduction, allows sellers of land, buildings and homes held for three years or longer to deduct between 6 and 30 percent of the applied tax. For households that own a single residence, the

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03:16

Crackdown urged on fake refugee brokers exploiting...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/27

The number of brokers caught arranging fraudulent refugee applications for foreigners seeking to enter Korea has risen sharply, underscoring growing concerns over loopholes in the country's asylum system. According to the Ministry of Justice, the number of such brokers increased from nine in 2021 to 38 last year. These brokers typically provide would-be entrants with fabricated travel itineraries and hotel reservations, allowing them to enter Korea disguised as ordinary tourists. Once

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