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Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea

Newsroom of the Korea JoongAng Daily

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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03:40

Gas stations, card companies butt heads over fees as...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Kim Seon-mi and read by an artificial voice. The surge in global oil prices driven by the Iran war has gas station operators and credit card companies butting heads over transaction fees. Fuel retailers argue that as oil prices rise, so too do credit card fees — squeezing margins and limiting their ability to lower prices for consumers. Card companies, on the other hand, say cutting fees is difficult, citing profitability concerns and the need to maintain fairness across

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05:23

Exclusive: Korea’s jet fuel exports to U.S. in...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. Korea has virtually suspended its jet fuel exports amid crude oil shortages, a move set to hit the United States — which relies on Korean fuel for nearly 70 percent of its imports — the hardest. Korean oil refiners have sharply scaled back jet fuel production, diverting much of the adjusted volume to domestic demand. As the world's top jet fuel exporter, Korea is a critical lifeline for countries like the United States and

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02:28

Police data finds that small proportion of suspects...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Jeong Jae-hong and read by an artificial voice. Only a small proportion of suspects in stalking and domestic violence cases are being detained despite increased measures to curb such crimes, according to recent police data. The National Police Agency conducted a comprehensive review of more than 22,000 crimes involving stalking and domestic violence after a man wearing an electronic ankle monitor stalked and killed his ex-girlfriend in Namyangju, Gyeonggi, on March

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03:43

Samsung joins Big Tech's league with estimated $38B...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Lee Jae-lim and read by an artificial voice. Samsung Electronics reported a preliminary operating profit of 57.2 trillion won ($38 billion) for the first quarter of 2026, marking a 755 percent on-year surge that blew past already elevated market expectations, driven by robust memory demand and rising chip prices. The result comfortably exceeded the 40.2 trillion won consensus compiled by FnGuide, which had been revised upward just days earlier. The earnings also put the

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01:43

New labor bill allows hourly deductions from annual...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Shin Hye-yeon and read by an artificial voice. A bill allowing workers to use annual leave in hourly increments was approved by the National Assembly's Climate, Energy, Environment and Labor Committee on Tuesday. The proposed amendment to the Labor Standards Act, if passed into law, is expected to give workers greater flexibility in using their time off. The bill goes beyond the current system of half-day leave taken in morning or afternoon blocks. Details on its

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01:53

Studio Realive appoints new chief executive to bridge...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice. SM Entertainment's subsidiary Studio Realive has appointed Kim Jong-min, its previous chief creative officer (CCO), as its new chief executive, the parent company announced on Tuesday. Kim, a specialist in creative technology and cross-disciplinary content, is expected to build a bridge between artistic production and technological innovation, according to SM Entertainment's press release. Studio Realive, the so-called

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05:18

Dayoung asks 'What's a girl to do' after debuting...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. After a strong solo debut with last year's banger "body," singer Dayoung is approaching the next phase of her career with both ambition and careful calculation, determined not to simply chase the formula that first worked for her. The next step begins with a song that the WJSN member described as a deliberate pivot away from "the 'body' part 2 that listeners may have expected." "When a sequel comes after a successful film, it

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05:08

I climbed Mount Gwanak hoping to gain 'good energy'

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Woo Ji-won and read by an artificial voice. Spending a weekend hiking has always felt like a questionable decision — which is why finding myself at the base of Mount Gwanak on a Sunday morning felt almost surreal. And yet, there I was, tying the laces of my leather Nike sneakers that had no business being on a mountain to start my first hike in nearly a decade. Add in a 20,000-won ($15) T-shirt, a water-resistant polo jacket and some out-of-trend Adidas leggings, and it

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02:17

BTS's 'Swim' sinks one spot to No. 2 on Billboard...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Michael Lee, Yonhap and read by an artificial voice. "Swim," the buoyant lead single from BTS's fifth studio album "Arirang," remained near the top of the Billboard Hot 100 for a second consecutive week, ranking second on the U.S. chart. The track was only bested by Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" for the week of April 11, according to Billboard's preview released on Monday. The placement follows a No. 1 debut in the previous week and extends BTS's run at the very top

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02:17

BTS's 'Swim' sinks one spot to No. 2 on Billboard...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/07

This article is by Michael Lee, Yonhap and read by an artificial voice. "Swim," the buoyant lead single from BTS's fifth studio album "Arirang," remained near the top of the Billboard Hot 100 for a second consecutive week, ranking second on the U.S. chart. The track was only bested by Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas" for the week of April 11, according to Billboard's preview released on Monday. The placement follows a No. 1 debut in the previous week and extends BTS's run at the very top

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07:34

17 years after savage murder of ex-wife in Seoul bus...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. [KOREAN CRIME FILES #17] Behind the glitz and glamour seen in pop culture, Korea's grimmest and most harrowing crime stories, some more well-known than others, continue to haunt society today. The Korea JoongAng Daily takes a deep dive into some of these stories, sharing a glimpse into the darker side of society as well as the most up-to-date known facts. — Ed. On the afternoon of June 17, 2008, a blue Hyundai Porter truck

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02:50

Meanwhile : Creativity in an age of similar answers

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

The author is an honorary professor at UST and former president of the Korea Institute of Science and Technology Information. Recent research has produced an intriguing finding. When more than 70 artificial intelligence models were given the same open-ended question, many generated strikingly similar answers. Despite differences in companies and architectures, the ideas, structures and metaphors in their responses were largely alike. The result raises a critical question: in a world where

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07:08

Is Trump’s dream of regime change in Iran realistic?

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

The author is a professor at the Sogang Institute for Euro-MENA Studies at Sogang University. At around 9:40 a.m. on Feb. 28, the United States and Israel launched an invasion and airstrike on Tehran, Iran's capital, killing about 40 members of the country's leadership, including Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. It marked the opening of a second war on Iran, following a conflict that began on June 13 of last year with Israel's pre-emptive strike. In the first war, Israel mainly carried out the

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05:44

Constitutional reform needs consensus, not speed

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

Kang Won-taek The author is a professor of political science and international relations at Seoul National University. The news that National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik and six political parties, including the ruling Democratic Party, have agreed to pursue constitutional revision brings mixed feelings. Those who have long advocated for amending the 1987 constitutional system and moving toward a more decentralized structure may be welcoming the announcement. But given the current state

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03:08

Deficits above 100 trillion won demand fiscal discipline

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

Government finances recorded a deficit exceeding 100 trillion won ($66.7 billion) for a second consecutive year in 2025, highlighting mounting concerns over fiscal sustainability. According to the government's fiscal report approved Monday, the combined debt of central and local governments surpassed 1.40 quadrillion won for the first time, reaching 49 percent of GDP. The widening deficit reflects continued expansionary spending that has outpaced fiscal capacity. If such policies persist

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04:20

Gov't plans to mandate solar panels on rooftops of...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

This article is by Ahn Hyo-seong and read by an artificial voice. The government will move to mandate solar panels on the rooftops of new factories, as part of a broader push to accelerate Korea's transition to renewable energy, officials said Monday. The plan, presented to the Cabinet by the Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment, comes as President Lee Jae Myung frames the Middle East crisis as a turning point for Korea's energy strategy. "We must move faster, recognizing that

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04:58

IU, Byeon Woo-seok to star in Korea's royal makeover...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. The pairing of Byeon Woo-seok and IU was enough to spark excitement when it was first announced in 2024. But with MBC's upcoming drama "Perfect Crown," the anticipation goes beyond star power as the two actors are finally reuniting to bring what they describe as decade-long chemistry to full bloom on screen. "We have actually worked together twice before," said Byeon, the breakout star of "Lovely Runner" (2024), during the

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04:45

Gov't, DP agree to abolish oil industry's...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

This article is by Yu Sung-kuk, Kim Ji-hye and read by an artificial voice. The government and the ruling Democratic Party (DP) agreed Monday to abolish the oil industry's so-called post-settlement system, a pricing practice that gas station operators blame for rising prices because they have been forced to buy fuel without knowing its final cost. Rep. Ahn Do-geol, a DP official leading the party's response to the Middle East conflict, announced the measures after a meeting with relevant

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04:24

'Insufficient evidence': Frustration swells as police...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

This article is by Jeong Jin-ho, Suk Gyeong-min and read by an artificial voice. Since gaining the power to close cases on their own, police are dropping a growing number of criminal complaints with little explanation, leaving victims with few avenues for redress. One woman, who spoke to the JoongAng Ilbo on condition of anonymity, filed a complaint accusing an acquaintance of fraud after the person allegedly impersonated her to cancel an insurance policy and pocketed the refund while also

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03:01

Education Ministry to make it easier for Korean...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/04/06

This article is by Kim Min-sang and read by an artificial voice. The Ministry of Education plans to ease regulations regarding the establishment of overseas franchise programs by Korean universities as foreign demand for Korean higher education grows. The proposed changes are expected to cut much of the red tape that universities must navigate in order to set up partnerships abroad. The ministry said Monday that the proposal will be discussed at a meeting of university deans due to be held

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