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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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02:46

Jeju Air crash response team led by interim officials...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/30

This article is by Heo Jin, Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. The command center responding to the Jeju Air crash, which claimed the lives of 179 passengers, has been operating under interim acting officials in the wake of President Yoon Suk Yeol's botched martial law declaration, renewing concerns about an administrative vacuum in the central government amid a national disaster. The Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasures Headquarters, responsible for managing national

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03:53

Crises draw finance chief away from focus as economic...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/30

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. The economic crisis mentality sparked by President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration has been ratcheted up a notch following the impeachment of former acting President Han Duck-soo and a deadly Jeju Air plane crash in Muan, South Jeolla, that claimed 179 lives. As Korea continues to grapple with a multitude of challenges including a weakening currency - which closed at its weakest point for a year-end rate since 1997 -

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03:55

Constitutional Court justice says ruling on Yoon case...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/30

This article is by Kim Jun-young, Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. One Constitutional Court justice indicated that making a decision with the current six-bench system would be inappropriate, signaling that the impeachment trial of President Yoon Suk Yeol may be further prolonged. The National Assembly's vote to impeach Prime Minister Han Duck-soo last Friday has further contributed to the anticipated delay, as the Constitutional Court, currently operating with only six of its

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04:08

Martial law fallout shaves $25B off local market cap...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/30

This article is by Choi Hyun-joo, Jin Eun-soo and read by an artificial voice. The market capitalization of major domestic companies has plummeted, dragging down corporate valuations, while soaring exchange rates are adding financial burdens to companies reliant on imported materials. According to an analysis of Korea Exchange data, the combined market cap of the country's top 20 companies fell by 37.1 trillion won ($25.2 billion) from Dec. 3 to 27, accounting for a 3.5 percent decline in

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03:16

Stage adaptation of 'The Lives of Others' captures...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/30

This article is by Hong Ji-yu and read by an artificial voice. This Korean version debuted at the LG Arts Center Seoul in Gangseo District, western Seoul on Nov. 27 and runs through Jan. 19. Wielser is a cold-hearted character who doesn't hesitate to torture dissidents to maintain the socialist system but ultimately assimilates into Christa's artistic belief and is thrown into confusion. The stage ties in the wiretapping room within Dreyman's house, making it a heterogeneous space,

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02:29

Revamped 'Cyrano' returns with enhanced production,...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/30

This article is by Hong Ji-yu and read by an artificial voice. Musical "Cyrano," a story of the "romantic hero" Cyrano, returns for its third season in five years at the Seoul Arts Center's CJ Towol Theater in southern Seoul, reimagined with enhanced musical numbers and stage design for a more supplemented production. "Cyrano" is based on Edmond Rostand's play "Cyrano de Bergerac" (1897). The musical is set in 17th-century France. It is the story of Cyrano, a valiant hero of the "Cadets of

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04:24

Worst aviation disaster on Korean soil leaves nearly...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/29

This article is by Lee Soo-jung and read by an artificial voice. All but two of 181 passengers and crew died after a Jeju Air passenger plane crashed at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla on Sunday morning in the deadliest aviation disaster on Korean soil. Fire authorities confirmed a total of 179 fatalities as of 9 p.m., with two injured. Jeju Air Flight 7C 2216, a Boeing 737-800 returning from Bangkok, Thailand, with 175 passengers and six crew members, reportedly veered off the

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04:28

Jeju Air apologizes for crash, pledges to support...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/29

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. Jeju Air CEO Kim E-bae issued an apology after an airplane crash in Muan, South Jeolla, ended with at least 177 fatalities on Sunday morning. Speaking in an emergency press conference at the Mayfield Hotel in Gangseo District, western Seoul, immediately after the accident, Kim said, "No [history of accidents] were reported [with the plane], and it had received regular checkups." "We can't determine the exact cause of the

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04:19

Acting President Choi's first big test with Jeju Air...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/29

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice. Acting President Choi Sang-mok faced his first test as the country's interim leader on Sunday after a deadly plane crash in Muan, South Jeolla, threw gaps in the government and its emergency response system into sharp relief. Choi succeeded Prime Minister Han Duck-soo as acting president following Han's impeachment in a 192-0 vote by the National Assembly on Friday. He must now carry out not only his regular duties as deputy

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06:26

Today's fortune: Dec. 29, 2024

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/28

Read what today holds in store for you under the 12 signs of the zodiac, each represented by an animal. Our astrologer Cho Ku-moon explores saju (the four pillars of destiny) and geomancy for your prospects on wealth, health and love while offering advice on the direction of your luck and fortune. Check the year of your birth for today's prediction. Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024 (Nov. 29 on the lunar calendar) Rat Wealth: fair Health: good Love: social Lucky direction: south 1936: News about

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11:03

[WHY] Why did Yoon declare martial law? Korea's...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/27

This article is by Lee Jian and read by an artificial voice. On Dec. 12, nine days after declaring - and retracting - emergency martial law, President Yoon Suk Yeol stood before a camera and made controversial and somewhat confusing statements to the public for nearly 30 minutes. He accused the opposing liberal Democratic Party (DP) of colluding with North Korea to shut down parliament and claimed that the April parliamentary election, where the opposition won the majority, was rigged

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06:34

Today's fortune: Dec. 28, 2024

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/27

Read what today holds in store for you under the 12 signs of the zodiac, each represented by an animal. Our astrologer Cho Ku-moon explores saju (the four pillars of destiny) and geomancy for your prospects on wealth, health and love while offering advice on the direction of your luck and fortune. Check the year of your birth for today's prediction. Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024 (Nov. 28 on the lunar calendar) Rat Wealth: fair Health: good Love: joyful Lucky direction: south 1936: Expect

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02:01

New acting President Choi Sang-mok says gov't aims to...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/27

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice.Acting President Choi Sang-mok promised that the government would work to "maintain stability" in his first public address following Prime Minister Han Duck-soo's impeachment on Friday. Choi succeeded Han as the country's head of government in his official capacity as deputy prime minister and head of the Ministry of Economy and Finance. The new acting president called "minimizing chaos" the government's greatest priority and

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04:14

Constitutional Court holds first hearing in President...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/27

This article is by Han Young-hye, Kim Min-young and read by an artificial voice. The Constitutional Court held its first preparatory hearing for President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment trial on Friday. The hearing took place at the court in Jongno District, central Seoul, and was led by justices Lee Mi-son and Cheong Hyung-sik, with Cheong serving as the lead judge responsible for organizing the case. Many citizens gathered in front of the Constitutional Court, holding placards expressing

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02:54

Prime minister accepts impeachment decision to...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/27

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo said that he would accept his suspension from office to minimize political turmoil after the National Assembly passed an impeachment motion against him on Friday. In a public statement, Han said he would abide by the legislature's decision "in order to not add to the chaos and uncertainty" of the country's fractious politics following President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment from office for briefly

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03:52

Acting President Han is impeached as Korea's...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/27

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice. Political turmoil in Korea deepened as the National Assembly passed an impeachment motion against acting President and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on Friday afternoon, suspending the country's second head of government in less than two weeks. The move also marks the first time that an acting president has been suspended in modern Korean history. The impeachment motion against Han, which accused him of acquiescing to President

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05:59

Speak out or stay silent? The tightrope walk for...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/27

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. Korea has found itself at the center of a political storm in the past month, ignited by President Yoon Suk Yeol's botched attempt to declare emergency martial law on Dec. 3. This turmoil didn't just reverberate through politics - it sent shock waves through the economy, sparked international discourse and even impacted the entertainment industry. Celebrities were not immune. While freedom of expression is often considered a

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06:14

Today's fortune: Dec. 27, 2024

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/26

Read what today holds in store for you under the 12 signs of the zodiac, each represented by an animal. Our astrologer Cho Ku-moon explores saju (the four pillars of destiny) and geomancy for your prospects on wealth, health and love while offering advice on the direction of your luck and fortune. Check the year of your birth for today's prediction.Friday, Dec. 27, 2024 (Nov. 27 on the lunar calendar) Rat Wealth: fair Health: good Love: joyful Lucky direction: north 1936: Handle tasks

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06:04

National Assembly submits motion to impeach acting...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/26

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice. The liberal Democratic Party (DP) submitted a parliamentary impeachment motion against acting President and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo on Thursday after he said he would hold off on appointing the National Assembly's nominees for the Constitutional Court. The DP, which holds a 170-seat majority in the 300-member legislature, plans to hold a floor vote on the impeachment motion on Friday, after the requisite 24 hours since its

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03:46

Won continues freefall to 1,464.8 as political strife...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/26

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. The Korean won plummeted further on Thursday, even breaching the 1,460 per dollar threshold for the first time since the global financial crisis of 2009. The latest plunge came amid heightened political chaos as the Democratic Party (DP) moved to impeach the acting president. Shares also extended losses for the second consecutive trading session against the backdrop of surging uncertainties, with retail investors driving the

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