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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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05:17

Last-minute car makeover? BMW’s Debrecen plant...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/18

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. DEBRECEN, Hungary - Imagine this: You're counting down the days after buying a car when suddenly, a thought strikes - you want to change the color. Or worse, you realize you forgot to include a backup camera as an add-on. Well, you can still change just about anything if it's six days before production begins - that is, if your car happens to be a BMW iX3. This flexibility is made possible by the simplified vehicle architecture

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05:42

The surprising problems of energy oversupply

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Kim Won and read by an artificial voice. Korea may be about to face an energy crisis this autumn - not because of an energy shortage, but a surplus. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy said on Sept. 16 that it conducted an emergency simulation drill at the Korea Power Exchange in Naju, South Jeolla, with the participation of Korea Electric Power Corporation (Kepco), Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power and others. The drill included real-time electricity supply monitoring,

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04:37

Korea’s talent gap in the AI race

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

Kim Yong-seok The author is a endowed professor for College of Semiconductor, Gachon University. As Korea has been swept up in a frenzy over medical school admissions, China has quietly advanced to compete with the United States in cutting-edge technology. Its achievements in autonomous vehicles and humanoid robots are notable. A striking example is the rise of DeepSeek. This homegrown artificial intelligence startup demonstrates that China's AI sector is no longer content with imitation,

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04:39

Is Korea seeking a partisan democracy?

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

The author is the head of the editorial board at the JoongAng Ilbo. Which branch of government should prevail: the legislature or the judiciary? Political scientists have long debated this question. Robert Dahl, a leading American scholar, wrestled with it in "Democracy and Its Critics" (1989). He asked why unelected judges should have the authority to overturn laws passed by elected representatives. Is it legitimate for five of nine justices on the U.S. Supreme Court to decide matters

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03:00

Protecting vulnerable borrowers without distorting...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

Inclusive finance, which seeks to improve access to basic financial services for vulnerable groups, has been promoted by governments across the political spectrum. The aim is to reduce inequality and expand economic opportunities for low-income households. Since the global financial crisis, widening income and wealth gaps have made financial exclusion more acute, prompting the Group of 20 and international organizations to emphasize financial inclusion as a policy priority. Such efforts

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05:22

President Lee calls JoongAng Ilbo a 'compass and...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. President Lee Jae Myung on Wednesday called the JoongAng Ilbo "a compass and a whip" in Korea's modern history, urging the newspaper to continue guiding the nation toward unity and progress on its 60th anniversary. "The JoongAng Ilbo has always stood at the forefront of Korea's proud growth and turbulent history," Lee said in his prerecorded congratulatory speech played at the anniversary ceremony held at Lotte Hotel in

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04:18

Park Chan-wook hopes 'No Other Choice' can help...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. BUSAN - Filmmaker Park Chan-wook said he felt both excited and nervous to have his latest feature, "No Other Choice," open the 30th Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), which kicked off in the coastal city on Wednesday. He also added that he hoped the film's already-earned international acclaim would play "even a small part" in revitalizing Korea's struggling film industry. "No Other Choice" had its worldwide premiere

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02:30

'We've truly grown': LUN8 eager to take on audiences...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. Despite a turbulent start to the year, boy band LUN8 says it is now more eager than ever to take on as many performances as possible. "When there were eight of us, there were more things we could do performance-wise with formations," said leader Jinsu during a press showcase for the group's new single "Lost" on Wednesday in eastern Seoul, addressing one of the challenges the act faced after one member left and two halted their

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02:38

This year's Chuseok table preparation is more affordable

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Kim Yeon-joo and read by an artificial voice. The cost of preparing a traditional ancestral rite table for the Chuseok harvest holiday is projected to be lower this year compared to last year. The nationwide average cost of a Chuseok table based on traditional market prices was calculated at 280,410 won ($203) according to the Korea Price Research Center on Tuesday. This represents a decline of 3,090 won, or 1.1 percent, from last year's average of 283,500 won. Korea

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05:51

Databricks co-founder says cloud, consistency needed...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Lee Jae-lim and read by an artificial voice. [INTERVIEW] Nearly every major Korean corporation today proclaims AI adoption as a top priority. Yet many are struggling to deliver results, largely because they lack the ability to fully utilize their data or enforce proper governance. Databricks, a San Francisco-based data and AI company, says it can help close that gap. By embedding its platform into corporate systems such as enterprise resource planning (ERP), the company

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04:02

Lutnick vowed to 'fix' U.S. visa issue for Korean...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick pledged to "fix" the circumstances surrounding the recent mass detention of Korean workers in Georgia, according to Korean Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan, who described the issue as the opening topic in last week's tariff talks. "Lutnick literally used the word 'fix' and expressed regret," Kim said during a press conference Tuesday evening in Sejong, adding that the incident could serve

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03:17

Greater Seoul sees heavy downpours, more rain...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Lim Jeong-won, Chon Kwon-pil and read by an artificial voice. Heavy rain poured down on the greater Seoul region Wednesday morning, with forecasts expecting the day to be cloudy along with more rain expected in the afternoon across the country. Heavy rain advisories were issued for several parts of the country including Seoul. The Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) forecasts that heavy rain, with up to 50 millimeters (1.96 inches) per hour, will continue until

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03:11

Russia may have supplied North with nuclear reactor,...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/17

This article is by Lee Chul-jae and read by an artificial voice. South Korea's military has obtained intelligence suggesting that Russia supplied North Korea with a nuclear reactor for use in nuclear-powered submarines, and is currently working to verify the report. If confirmed, the action will have major repercussions for Seoul-Moscow relations as well as the global security order. Russia is believed to have handed over two to three nuclear submarine modules to North Korea in the first

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03:47

From fine dining to film, Festival Shiwol to...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/16

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. As autumn settles over the coastal city of Busan, Festival Shiwol is poised to transform the city into a vibrant playground of creativity and culture, offering a diverse range of activities, from drone competitions and live music to film screenings, gourmet dining on a bridge and even a cycling tour. Running from Sunday to Oct. 3, Festival Shiwol serves as Busan's integrated exhibition and convention project, uniting the city's

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09:10

A contract to kill: How a law student was accused of...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/16

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. [KOREAN CRIME FILES #6] Behind the glitz and glamor 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. In the early hours of March 6, 2002, Ha Ji-hye's father, half

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06:40

From picture books to Park Chan-wook: Artist Yeon...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/16

This article is by Lee Jian and read by an artificial voice. Painter Henri Matisse once reportedly said, "I want to eat mangos in the bathtub while watching the sun, moon and clouds go by," as he traveled to the south of France in pursuit of finding the best and brightest light to inspire his art. The phrase was reemployed decades later by contemporary Belgian artist Rinus Van de Velde, who handwrote the quote at the bottom of one of his own abstract paintings - although he didn't

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04:26

What to expect at 'largest, finest' BIFF

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/16

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. When the sweltering heat gives way to cool, gentle breezes, it marks that time of the year when Korea's coastal city of Busan brims with cinephiles. The Busan International Film Festival (BIFF), kicking off at the Busan Cinema Center in Haeundae District on Wednesday, is marking its 30th anniversary. The festival, which will run until Sept. 26, is taking things up a notch, inviting legendary auteurs from around the world like

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05:25

[단독] "회의만 한다고 해라" 美 입국 심사 매뉴얼까지... SK, 삼성 등 출장 지침 전면 강화

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/16

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. 한국의 대표 영어신문, 코리아중앙데일리가 특종과 단독 인터뷰를 한글로 요약해 드립니다. 독자들의 많은 성원 바랍니다. 최근 미 이민 당국이 조지아주 현대차그룹-LG에너지솔루션 합작 공장에서 일하던 근로자 475명을 체포·구금한 사태가 발생한 이후 삼성전자, SK하이닉스, 현대차 등 한국 대기업들이 미국 출장 지침을 대폭 강화하고 있다. 이미 수십조 원을 투자해 현지 공장을 건설 중인 국내 주요 그룹사 입장에서는 갑작스러운 미국 출장 제한 조치로 인해 인력 확보에 어려움을 겪고, 사업 계획에도 차질이 불가피할 전망이다. SK하이닉스는 최근 사내 긴급 공지를 통해 ESTA(전자여행허가)를 통한 출장 기간을 최대 2주 이내로 제한하고 연속 출장의 경우에는 최소 1개월의 공백 기간을 두도록 지침을 내렸다. 또한, 미국 입국 심사 시 사용할 수 있는 '답변 매뉴얼'도

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09:13

Ateez Wooyoung and Yeosang's special steak recipe:...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/12

This article is by Hwang Jeong-ok, Song Jeong and read by an artificial voice.K-pop stars energize fans with dynamic performances and a growing global footprint - and their disciplined diets and health routines get just as much attention these days. Ateez is no exception. It's why diets are no longer treated as torment. When members must manage carefully, they eat systematically; when they crave comfort, they eat deliciously. If they feel worn down, they rest. When it's time to push, they

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03:11

From perfumes to passport cases, 'KPop Demon...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/09/12

This article is by Noh Yu-rim and read by an artificial voice.Netflix's "KPop Demon Hunters" is driving a surge in demand for products inspired by Korea's royal palaces, folk paintings and traditional patterns, as brands from cosmetics makers to discount retailers race to capture the K-culture boom. Cosmetics manufacturer Cosmax said Thursday it had developed two perfumes themed on the Joseon (1392-1910) royal court with the Korea Heritage Agency and the Korea Heritage Service's Royal

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