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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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03:45

Kia's upgraded EV5 hits Korea, with Canada and Europe...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. Kia's EV5 has officially landed on home turf, at nearly double its Chinese price, but re-engineered from the ground up with expanded cabin space and enhanced safety features to meet the needs of Korean families. Initially released in China in 2023, the model arrives in Korea as a "fundamentally different vehicle," in Kia's own words. A launch in Canada is expected sometime in 2026 with similar specs to Korea's, while no U.S

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06:06

Silence at shuttered petrochemical facilities draws...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Kim Ki-hwan, Na Sang-hyeon, Kim Su-min and read by an artificial voice. Korea's petrochemical hubs in Yeosu and Daesan are sinking into crisis. Shuttered plants, plunging profits and layoffs are rippling through local economies, as experts warn that only government-driven restructuring - not voluntary corporate steps - can resolve the downturn. On Aug. 21, Yeochun NCC's Plant No. 3 in the Yeosu National Industrial Complex, South Jeolla, stood silent. Just a month

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04:50

With U.S. roadblocks, EV makers pivot to Europe at IAA

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. With Donald Trump poised to terminate federal EV subsidies in the United States as early as Sept. 30, global automakers are shifting gears - steering toward Europe, where incentives are still rich and the welcome mat for EVs remains firmly in place. This year's IAA Mobility 2025 is shaping up to be more vibrant and ambitious than ever, with Korean manufacturers like Hyundai Motor and Kia, alongside Chinese EV giants BYD,

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02:16

The benefits of regular gardening

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

The author is a garden designer and the CEO of OhGardens. The arrival of cooler air offered a welcome chance to return to the garden after weeks away. At dawn, I took up the task of clearing wilted plants while my husband trimmed large branches. Since early July, when the summer heat set in, I had mostly abandoned the garden. The result was worse than expected. Caterpillars had stripped the leaves from birch, mulberry and lilac bushes. This summer's severe drought in Gangneung and Sokcho

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04:05

The “Golden Turtle” scandal and appointments without...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

The author is an editorial writer at the JoongAng Ilbo. In the Yoon Suk Yeol administration, one credential dominated senior appointments: being a prosecutor. Prosecutors, particularly those close to the former president, filled key ministries such as those of justice, the interior and transport. Even highly specialized fields like broadcasting and finance were led by former prosecutors or individuals with pedigrees from Seoul National University Law School or Chungam High

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04:49

The other side of common sense

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

The author is the president of Taejae University. Thomas Paine opened his 1776 pamphlet "Common Sense" with a warning. "A long habit of not thinking a thing wrong, gives it a superficial appearance of being right." Common sense, in its usual definition, refers to knowledge everyone is expected to share. Actions that run counter to it are often deemed foolish or wrong. Like a coin with two sides, however, common sense has a reverse. In times of rapid change, clinging to familiar truths can

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02:50

For business and labor to truly become “two wings”

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

President Lee Jae Myung said during a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday that "a bird flies with two wings. Both business and labor are important," cautioning against "killing the cow to straighten the horn," an ancient proverb for sacrificing the greater good for minor corrections. His remarks were widely seen as a response to ongoing debates over the commercial law revision and the "Yellow Envelope Bill". Lee said the purpose of both laws is to improve transparency in corporate governance and

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03:21

Security flaws found in Ecovacs, Dreame robot vacuums

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Kim Nam-young and read by an artificial voice. Security flaws in several popular robot vacuum cleaners could expose images from inside users' homes, according to a government investigation released Tuesday. Most of the vulnerable devices were made by Chinese companies. The Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA) announced Tuesday that, in a joint investigation with the Korea Consumer Agency, it discovered security issues in several robot vacuums currently on the market

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09:01

North Korean leader's return to Beijing highlights...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice. [EXPLAINER] When Chinese President Xi Jinping emerges on the balcony of Tiananmen Gate in Beijing to preside over a grand military parade on Wednesday, some of the foreign leaders accompanying him on the rostrum will be familiar faces to those who watched the same event a decade ago. But it is the presence of one new guest - North Korean leader Kim Jong-un - that will turn heads in Seoul, Washington, Tokyo and beyond. Kim's

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03:50

Is North Korea developing a deadlier ICBM? Kim's...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Lee Yu-jung and read by an artificial voice. North Korean leader Kim Jong-un visited a missile research facility Monday, a day before his trip to China, and signaled the development of a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), the Hwasong-20, state media reported Tuesday. Analysts said Kim's timing was intended to showcase enhanced nuclear capabilities ahead of a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as part

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03:01

Toss Facepay pilot reaches 400,000 users, nationwide...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Lim Jeong-won and read by an artificial voice. Korean fintech company Toss announced Tuesday that its facial recognition payment service, Toss Facepay, has surpassed 400,000 subscribers since its trial launch earlier this year and will be rolled out nationwide by the end of 2025. The company officially unveiled Facepay and its core technology, revealing a new lineup of dedicated payment terminals at a press conference at SJ Kunsthalle in Gangnam District, southern Seoul,

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03:21

KBO hits final stretch of regular season with...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Bae Young-eun and read by an artificial voice. The 2025 KBO season has entered September with expanded first-team rosters and make-up games crowding the calendar, reshaping the dynamics of a postseason race already marked by tight competition for the middle spots in the standings. From Tuesday through the end of the regular season, each team can register 33 players instead of 28. The change allows managers to better manage the workload of starting players and gives

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04:22

Jun Ji-hyun, Gang Dong-won finally share the screen...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. A pairing of Jun Ji-hyun and Gang Dong-won, two of the era's most glamorous stars, had fans buzzing just at the thought of seeing them share the screen. Now, the two will star in Disney+'s new spy thriller "Tempest," set to be released on Sept. 10. The excitement wasn't one-sided. "Above all, I chose this project because I really wanted the chance to work with Gang before it was too late," Jun said with her trademark bubbly

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02:29

MLB scouts flock to KBO games as players look to...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Ko Bong-jun and read by an artificial voice. MLB scouts are flocking to Korea in unprecedented numbers as the KBO season approaches its final stretch, monitoring both foreign players eying a U.S. return and local players considering a move abroad. The scene was most evident on Aug. 28 at Gocheok Sky Dome in western Seoul, where the Hanwha Eagles faced the Kiwoom Heroes. The matchup drew 11 MLB clubs, including the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs and

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03:18

Hacking allegations drive regulators to conduct probe...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Kim Min-young and read by an artificial voice. The Ministry of Science and ICT launched on-site inspections at KT and LG U+ on Monday to verify whether the mobile carriers were hacked, following allegations of data breaches. The companies denied the claims, stating their internal investigations found no evidence of an intrusion. The ministry and the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA), which oversee investigations into data breaches at private companies, began

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01:45

Lotte Card reports cyberattack after malware found on...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Yeom Ji-hyeon and read by an artificial voice. Lotte Card reported a cyberattack after detecting signs of a breach in its internal servers late last month. The company filed the case with the Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) on Monday. The attack involved attempts to implant malware in company servers and steal internal data. Lotte Card said that during a server inspection on Aug. 26, it discovered malicious code on one server and subsequently conducted a

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04:22

Young people drop from work force amid growing...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Kim Yeon-joo and read by an artificial voice. "The stress is beyond what people can handle. There are so many jobs that are far worse than expected." These were among the responses in a survey conducted by the Ministry of Employment and Labor on 200 young people who had job experience but are now categorized as neither working nor looking for work. According to the ministry on Monday, the number of these so-called "resting youth" has reached a record high of between

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03:21

Democratic Party finalizes plans for second round of...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Jeong Jae-hong and read by an artificial voice. The Democratic Party (DP) and the Ministry of the Interior and Safety finalized plans to distribute the second round of livelihood recovery consumer coupons starting Sept. 22, following a policy consultation held at the National Assembly in western Seoul on Tuesday. The meeting brought together DP lawmakers and ministry officials to coordinate the rollout and explore ways to enhance the program's local impact. The consumer

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01:44

Gucci to open new restaurant in flagship store in...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Jang Gu-seul and read by an artificial voice. Luxury fashion house Gucci is opening a new restaurant on the fifth floor of its flagship store in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam District, southern Seoul, on Thursday. The new venue, named Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura Seoul, replaces the original Gucci Osteria Seoul, which opened in 2022 in Itaewon, Yongsan District, central Seoul, marking a relocation and renewal of the dining concept. The space was designed to reflect the

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02:27

Theborn Korea CEO Paik Jong-won pledges to fund...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/02

This article is by Jang Gu-seul and read by an artificial voice. Paik Jong-won, CEO of Theborn Korea, pledged to use his personal funds to finance the company's mutual benefit consultative group amid the company's controversies by taking out a loan of 12 billion won ($8.6 million) using his private shares as collateral. Theborn Korea disclosed changes in stock ownership of major shareholders, according to a filing on the Financial Supervisory Service's electronic disclosure system on

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