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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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03:48

A divided mandate and the weight of expectations for...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

Song Ho-keun The author is a columnist of the JoongAng Ilbo and a chair professor and director of Doheon Academy, Hallym University No one truly won in Korea's latest presidential election. The results were a study in balance. Lee Jae-myung, long expected to secure a decisive victory, stalled at the 50-percent mark. His conservative challenger Kim Moon-soo reached the final stretch breathless and behind, while Lee Jun-seok, weighed down by controversy, fell short despite visible youth

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01:21

Pausing the president’s trial was the right call

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

President Lee is currently facing four other criminal trials. Whether presidential immunity includes suspension of trials has been debated in legal circles. Still, it is neither legally nor politically advisable to try an incumbent president - unless the charges involve treason or foreign aggression. Respecting the electorate's decision and preserving national stability must take precedence. After all, the intent of Article 84 is to ensure that the president can carry out official duties

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07:30

Six mysteries 'Squid Game' must solve in season 3

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. This article contains spoilers for the first and second seasons of "Squid Game." "Every game comes to an end," says the recently revealed trailer for Netflix's hit survival series "Squid Game" (2021-). But will this one? The third installment of the global hit series is set to premiere on June 27 - now less than three weeks away. Netflix has so far released two official trailers, a number of teaser stills and posters. It also

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09:05

Stunning views and eco-friendly initiatives:...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Lee Tae-hee and read by an artificial voice. JEJU - Jeju Island's beauty comes from its rich heritage and clean environment, with the island offering its stunning scenery with a side of learning for international students. Jeju Island is having a busy year. It was chosen by the United Nations Environment Programme and Korea's Ministry of Environment to host this year's World Environment Day, which fell on Thursday. The island also designated 2025 as the Visit Jeju

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01:31

Subcontracted worker collapses at Taean power plant...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Shin Jin-ho and read by an artificial voice. A 57-year-old subcontract worker collapsed and lost consciousness during cable installation at the Taean Thermal Power Plant on Monday - the same facility where a 50-year-old subcontracted worker surnamed Kim was killed on June 2. According to South Chungcheong's Taean Police Precinct and the South Chungcheong Fire Service Headquarters, the worker suddenly fell while helping hoist a cable from the first to the second floor

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04:59

Korean musical 'Maybe Happy Ending' wins six Tonys

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Ha Nam-hyun and read by an artificial voice. In a night that redefined what's possible for Korean performing arts, Korea's original musical "Maybe Happy Ending" clinched six Tony Awards on Sunday, including Best Musical - the first Korean production ever to achieve the honor. The musical, which tells the story of two obsolete helper robots navigating love in 21st-century Seoul, dominated the 78th Tony Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York. It took home Best

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04:11

Taeguk Warriors prepare for final 2026 World Cup...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Paik Ji-hwan and read by an artificial voice. Korea will play their final 2026 World Cup qualifier against Kuwait at Seoul World Cup Stadium in western Seoul on Tuesday to complete an unbeaten run in the third qualifying round. Tuesday's qualifier is a formality for Korea, with the country having already secured a berth in the World Cup by locking in at least a runner-up finish in Group B. But a draw or win against Kuwait would cap off Korea's qualifying run with an

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03:13

Lee, Ishiba stress trilateral cooperation with the...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Yoon Sung-min and read by an artificial voice. President Lee Jae-myung held his first phone call with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Monday and agreed to enhance efforts to address various geopolitical challenges within the framework of Korea-U.S.-Japan cooperation, according to Kang Yu-jung, spokesperson for the presidential office. "In today's strategic environment, the importance of Korea-Japan relations is growing," Lee said during the call. "I hope Korea

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02:48

500 won Americanos: Paik Jong-won's TheBorn Korea...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Jung Si-nae and read by an artificial voice. As public scrutiny intensifies, TheBorn Korea - led by embattled food entrepreneur Paik Jong-won - is rolling out aggressive discounts across its franchises this month, slashing prices on signature items like jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles), Americanos and donburi (rice bowls) in what appears to be a high-stakes effort to win back consumer trust. Hong Kong Banjeom 0410, the company's Chinese restaurant chain, will offer

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03:11

FTC hits Jungheung Group for uncompensated support to...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Jeong Jae-hong and read by an artificial voice. Jungheung Group, one of Korea's major construction conglomerates, has been hit with sanctions over a yearslong scheme that funneled billions in financial support to a company owned by its second-generation heir - all without proper compensation. The Fair Trade Commission (FTC) on Monday imposed corrective orders and fined Jungheung Construction 18.02 billion won ($13 million) for violations of the Monopoly Regulation and

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03:01

For ITZY's fivesome, 'Girls Will Be Girls' even after...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. Girl group ITZY, which has been consistently championing a message of self-love since its debut in 2019, now broadens its spotlight from oneself to an unshakable camaraderie among its five members with its 10th EP, "Girls Will Be Girls." In their seventh year together, the ITZY girls will always remain girls as long as they stick together, according to member Ryujin. "Sometimes, I find myself thinking that I should act more

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03:42

BMW, once overtaken, cruised back to the throne in...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. BMW was the first foreign auto brand to establish a Korean subsidiary in 1995. In the three decades since, it has firmly established itself as Korea's No. 1 imported car brand. But the journey hasn't always been smooth sailing. The German premium marque faced a major setback in 2018 when a series of diesel vehicle fires led to public backlash, safety concerns and a massive nationwide recall. As a result, BMW was forced to

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06:26

AI dubbing offers Korean content creators a cheaper,...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Kim Nam-young and read by an artificial voice. AI dubbing is emerging as a game-changer in the content industry, offering creators a faster, cheaper way to localize videos with natural-sounding voices and its potential uses surpassing simple entertainment. Thanks to advances in generative AI, voice synthesis has become significantly more expressive, enabling dubbing that sounds natural to human ears. Korean startups and global platforms alike are racing to harness its

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08:27

Craving more music like 'Maybe Happy Ending'? Seoul...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Lee Jian and read by an artificial voice. Hue Park and Will Aronson's "Maybe Happy Ending" is the undeniable star of this year's Tony Awards, the most prestigious ceremony in theater, clinching six prizes, including Best New Musical, Best Book and Best Original Score on Monday. The tender sci-fi romance opened on Broadway last November and has since left audiences weeping, smiling and leaving the theater wanting more. And while the recent awards are an unprecedented win

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03:22

Da Nang is out, Hakodate is in: Budget airlines tempt...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Lee Su-jeong and read by an artificial voice. Korea's low-cost carriers are expanding their lineup of exclusive international routes - destinations unserved by other domestic airlines - in an effort to boost profitability and cater to travelers looking for alternatives to popular, and often overcrowded, tourist hubs. Jeju Air launched a new route between Incheon and Hakodate, Japan, on Thursday, the JoongAng Ilbo reported Sunday. The carrier will operate the route twice

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03:49

More than basic tasks: Korean companies introduce AI...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Park Hae-lee and read by an artificial voice. A growing number of Korea's largest companies are integrating AI into core operations - far beyond drafting emails or summarizing meeting notes - applying it to software development and even manufacturing processes. Samsung Electronics recently announced on its internal bulletin board that it began beta testing Cline, an in-house AI coding agent, for employees in its Device eXperience (DX) Division, according to industry

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04:54

Korea's trade surplus with U.S. halves in April as...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Kim Won and read by an artificial voice. Korea took a bigger blow than Japan and Taiwan from the United States' "tariff bomb" under President Donald Trump, recent trade data showed, with Seoul's trade surplus with Washington halving in April while Tokyo and Taipei saw theirs widen. The United States recorded a $61.6 billion trade deficit in April, down $75.7 billion from March's $138.3 billion, according to the "U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, April 2025"

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03:22

Korea aims to commercialize nuclear fusion by 2040....

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/09

This article is by Kang Kwang-woo and read by an artificial voice. As the AI and electric vehicle boom drives a surge in electricity demand, nuclear fusion - hailed as a next-generation energy source - is drawing renewed attention. With the United States, China and Europe racing to commercialize the technology, Korea is striving to secure its stake by joining a global fusion energy project. What's happening? The Korea Institute of Fusion Energy and Korea's first nuclear fusion startup,

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03:00

NCT's Doyoung is headed to the military — and he...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/08

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. Just months before temporarily dropping off the K-pop map to complete mandatory military service, Doyoung of boy band NCT has given a lot of thought to the legacy he'll leave behind. On Monday at 6 p.m., he returns to the solo spotlight with his deeply personal second full-length album, "Soar," which aims to transform fleeting moments into lasting memories. This is something only music can accomplish, the singer said. "Let's

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05:05

Teachers demand stronger protections as child abuse...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2025/06/08

Despite legal reforms intended to shield teachers from unfounded child abuse claims, many say they still feel exposed - physically and legally - when trying to enforce classroom discipline.In one case from March last year, a middle school teacher in Gwangju was assaulted by a student during class after trying to discipline the student for arriving late without permission. The student, resisting guidance, swung a chair, and during the scuffle punched the teacher in the stomach three times

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