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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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03:06

Industry minister hints at hike in U.S. oil imports...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/02

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. Korea's minister of trade, industry and energy hinted at expanding imports of U.S. oil and gas in a bid to ease potential pressure from the incoming Donald Trump administration over the country's growing trade surplus with the United States. "As [U.S. energy sources] are much more competitive in terms of price compared to imports from the Middle East region, I believe there is enough room for state-run or private companies to

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05:12

How high Korean Air could fly with Asiana merger

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/01

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice.[NEWS ANALYSIS] Korean Air's four-year-long effort to take over Asiana Airlines draws closer to fruition, offering the flag carrier tangible momentum to bulk up and put itself on the list of the top 10 mega-carriers. The European Union on Friday granted Korean Air a final green light for the proposed takeover upon the company's fulfillment of all conditions regarding the redistribution of some European routes and the sale of

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01:06

Samsung to take on LG with home appliance...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/01

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. Samsung Electronics launched a home appliance subscription service on Sunday, throwing down the gauntlet for rival LG Electronics, which has been the dominant player with an early jump in. The Korean company said the so-called AI Subscription Club allows customers to use its newest home appliances like televisions, refrigerators, laundry machines and vacuum cleaners at a fixed monthly plan. Of all available home appliances, 90

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03:41

Russia invites North Korean troops to Victory Day...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/01

This article is by Han Young-hye, Lim Jeong-won and read by an artificial voice. Russia invited North Korean troops to its Victory Day celebrations amid speculation that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un may visit Moscow next year after a visit to Pyongyang by Russia's Defense Minister. Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov wrapped up a two-day visit to Pyongyang, North Korean state media reported Sunday, which included a meeting with leader Kim Jong-un on Friday to discuss military ties

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03:28

Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon accepts Miwon Peace Prize...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/01

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Friday stressed the importance of prioritizing multilateralism, urging global leaders to take action as the world grapples with violent conflicts, deepening polarization and geopolitical rivalry. Ban's remarks came as he accepted the inaugural Miwon Peace Prize on behalf of The Elders, a nonprofit organization founded by Nelson Mandela in 2007, during a ceremony at Kyung Hee

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03:32

Former UN chief Ban Ki-moon accepts Miwon Peace Prize...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/12/01

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon on Friday stressed the importance of prioritizing multilateralism, urging global leaders to take action as the world grapples with violent conflicts, deepening polarization and geopolitical rivalry. Ban's remarks came as he accepted the inaugural Miwon Peace Prize on behalf of The Elders, a nonprofit organization founded by Nelson Mandela in 2007, during a ceremony at Kyung Hee

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06:08

Today's fortune: Dec. 1, 2024

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/30

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. 1, 2024 (Nov. 1 on the lunar calendar ) Rat Wealth: spending Health: cautious Love: conflicting Lucky direction: west 1936:

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06:00

Today's fortune: Nov. 30, 2024

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/29

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, Nov. 30, 2024 (Oct. 30 on the lunar calendar) Rat Wealth: average Health: average Love: generous Lucky direction: west 1936:

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04:10

BOK's back-to-back rate cut to accelerate weakening...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/29

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. The Bank of Korea's (BOK) surprise back-to-back interest rate reductions and signals of further cuts will likely accelerate the country's capital outflow and the won's depreciation against the dollar, a development that has already taken shape following Donald Trump's election victory. The 1,400 won per dollar mark, which has long been a significant threshold, is becoming less of an outlier as the exchange rate continues to

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12:01

[Why?] Fashion meets function: Why Koreans can't let...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/29

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. On Wednesday morning, Korea transformed into a winter wonderland as a sudden storm blanketed the nation. It brought the heaviest November snowfall since modern meteorological observations began in 1907, with the capital seeing over 20 centimeters (7.8 inches) of accumulated snow and some areas reaching over 40 centimeters. As temperatures plunged to near freezing and the first snow of the year arrived, the event marked the

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05:21

Johnny Somali in Korea: A complete timeline of the...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/29

This article is by Kim Min-young and read by an artificial voice.Ismael's antics first attracted attention on Oct. 9, when he uploaded a video of himself kissing the Statue of Peace in Itaewon, Yongsan District, and performing a lewd dance in front of the monument. The statue symbolizes the tens of thousands of women forced into sexual slavery by the Japanese military during the 1910-45 Japanese colonial rule over Korea, referred to as "comfort women." Known for disrespecting cultures and

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02:51

Korea completes development of long-range...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/29

This article is by Seo Ji-eun and read by an artificial voice. Korea has completed the development of a long-range surface-to-air missile (L-SAM), a domestically produced system designed to intercept enemy missiles at high altitudes, the defense ministry said Friday. The L-SAM is expected to enhance the country's air defense capabilities against North Korea's nuclear and missile threats. In development since 2015 with an investment of 1.2 trillion won ($860 million), the L-SAM is designed

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06:09

Today's fortune: Nov. 29, 2024

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/28

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.Friday, Nov. 29, 2024 (Oct. 29 on the lunar calendar) Rat Wealth: stable Health: good Love: encountering Lucky direction: south 1936: A good

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02:59

Not just for kids: Author Lee Suzy touts benefits of...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/28

This article is by Lee Jian and read by an artificial voice.The school-age population may be declining, but author Lee Suzy, a Hans Christian Andersen Award laureate, sees that as an opportunity to "create a culture where everyone, regardless of age, reads picture books." "It is why events like the Busan International Children's Book Fair [BICBF] are great, because it creates a space for that," she told the press during the fair at Bexco, Busan, on Thursday. BICBF also comes at an

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04:52

Expect 'individualist' spending in 2025, says SNU...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/28

This article is by Kim Ju-yeon and read by an artificial voice. Korea has entered its age of individualism when it comes to buying things that bring happiness to their daily lives - or conform to its competitive society. In 2025, expect Korean consumers to exhibit spending patterns that do not conform to their age or gender and are largely dictated by personal choice in what looks to be a stagnant economy, Lee Soo-jin, research fellow at the Consumer Trend Center at Seoul National

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03:52

Korean consumers defying conventional labels as...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/28

This article is by Lee Soo-jung and read by an artificial voice. During the 2025 Consumer Trend Insights forum held in western Seoul, Lee said flexibility and openness will likely emerge as trends in the upcoming year characterized by ever-dynamic consumer preferences and sluggish economic performances. Lee introduced the concept of "omnivores" and explained that contemporary Koreans tend to savor diverse cultural elements that transcend age and gender. "Typical demographic targeting no

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03:10

Korean Air-Asiana merger secures final EU approval

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/28

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. The European Union accorded a final green light for Korean Air's proposed takeover of Asiana Airlines, constituting a merger of Korea's two full-fledged carriers, clearing a major regulatory hurdle for the four-year deal to give birth to the world's seventh-largest carrier. The Korean flag carrier said on Thursday that it had received a nod for the $1.1 billion deal, first initiated in November 2020, upon fulfilling all the

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02:54

Kids, and adults, dive into stories at Busan...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/28

This article is by Lee Jian and read by an artificial voice. BUSAN - Tiny heads were tucked down as children curiously flipped through picture books during the Busan International Children's Book Fair (BICBF) at Bexco on Thursday. But they weren't the only ones enjoying themselves. Adults were just as enthusiastically browsing through the books alongside the children. "I believe children's books aren't just for children but also adults," said visitor Cho Kyeong-hye, 66, from Busan. She had

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04:31

BOK surprises with rate cut as growth takes priority...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/28

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. The Bank of Korea (BOK) surprised the market with an unexpected 25-basis-point interest rate cut on Thursday, prioritizing the mitigation of downside risks for an economy saddled with weakening export growth and sluggish demand. This is the first time since the 2008-2009 financial crisis that the Korean central bank has lowered its key rate for two consecutive meetings. Reflecting the weakening momentum, the BOK adjusted its

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03:11

North Korean troops deployed to Russian military...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2024/11/28

This article is by Seo Ji-eun and read by an artificial voice. South Korea's Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun confirmed Thursday that North Korean troops are participating in Russia's war on Ukraine, assigned to Russian military units for use as "cannon fodder." Speaking at the National Assembly's Defense Committee, Kim addressed questions from People Power Party Rep. Yoo Yong-won, who cited intelligence indicating North Korean soldiers are being deployed as one platoon per Russian

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