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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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03:53

When administrative authority crosses the line

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/26

Park Su-ryon The author is the deputy editor of Content Division Three and the head of corporate research at the JoongAng Ilbo. President Lee Jae Myung has been paying close attention not only to housing prices but also to consumer prices. On social media, he has scrutinized items that weigh heavily on household budgets — including sanitary pads, sugar, flour and school uniforms — and suggested instances of possible collusion. The Fair Trade Commission (FTC) has quickly answered the

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02:27

North’s nuclear threats underscore need for a...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/26

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un used the Workers' Party's Ninth Congress, which closed on Wednesday, to dismiss the Lee Jae Myung administration's outreach as a "clumsy deception," stating there was nothing to discuss with South Korea, which he called the most hostile entity. He also warned that any act that harms the security of the North, a nuclear state, could not rule out "the complete collapse of the South," invoking the prospect of a nuclear strike. Ahead of the congress, Pyongyang

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05:28

First to the blaze: Four-legged rescue robot, new...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/26

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. As smoke thickens on a subway platform, an orange-and-black, four-legged robot pads into view. It strides confidently through the turnstiles, descends the stairs and scans the platform with its camera, searching for a person who may have collapsed. As it identifies someone lying on the ground, a warning rings out from its speaker: "This is a dangerous situation. Please evacuate to a safe place immediately." On Thursday,

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04:44

Galaxy S26 hands-on: Samsung delivers on AI...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/26

This article is by Lee Jae-lim and read by an artificial voice.The AI features on Samsung Electronics' new Galaxy S26 series make one thing clear: The idea of "having a personal AI assistant in your hand" is no longer just marketing rhetoric. With Galaxy AI now capable of sorting through your schedule, media library and even hailing a ride with a simple voice command, the catchphrase feels closer than ever to everyday reality. Samsung is also debuting a clever new feature called Privacy

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03:40

Blackpink's Jisoo eyes 'rom-com goddess' title with...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/26

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. Blackpink's Jisoo is set to step into her first romantic comedy role with Netflix's upcoming series "Boyfriend on Demand," setting her sights on earning the ambitious title of "rom-com goddess." "This is my first romantic comedy and also my first drama project set in modern times," said Jisoo during the series' press conference held in Jongno District, central Seoul, on Thursday. "As I read the script, I found a lot of it

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02:16

MINI Cooper SE collab with Paul Smith is green on the...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/26

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. An electric MINI Cooper SE designed in collaboration with legendary British designer Paul Smith has finally landed in Korea with a limited supply of just 400 units. A devoted admirer of MINI, Smith infused the limited edition with personal heritage, such as "Nottingham Green," inspired by his hometown, applied to the roof, the octagonal radiator grille surround, the side mirror caps and the center caps on the wheels. Smith's

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04:22

It takes two: As BTS announces ‘Arirang’ festival,...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice.The countdown has begun. As BTS gears up for its first post-military release, "Arirang," Seoul is buzzing with anticipation for what is expected to be one of K-pop's biggest comebacks yet — and so are the septet's devoted fans, ARMY. Known for their dedication, ARMY has already started the party. The celebratory mood is taking hold, with fans themselves at the helm, organizing their own events in eager anticipation of

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03:16

Ultra-wealthy investors reshape the rules of wealth...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

The author is an executive managing director of PB Strategy Division at Korea Investment & Securities.The landscape of wealth in Korea is being reshaped at a rapid pace. According to KB Financial Group's "Korea Wealth Report," the number of households with financial assets exceeding 1 billion won ($750,000) has grown by around 10 percent annually since 2011. Strong equity markets, rising real estate prices and the global expansion of Korean companies have also increased the presence of

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05:09

In the era of AI drone warfare, weapons procurement...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

The author is a research professor at KAIST and President of the Spearhead Combat Association. Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which began in February 2022, has now entered its fifth year. Despite periodic discussions of a ceasefire, the war continues. One defining feature that distinguishes the conflict from past wars is the integration of drones with conventional combined-arms operations, fundamentally reshaping the battlefield. Drones have emerged as a central means of warfare, with both

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04:22

Resolve judicial crisis through constitutional reform

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

The author is the social news editor at the JoongAng Ilbo. Tensions between the Supreme Court and the Constitutional Court over the proposed introduction of constitutional complaints against adjudications are escalating, raising broader concerns about the balance of power in Korea's constitutional system. Former and current Constitutional Court chiefs who had long opposed the measure on the grounds that it would effectively create a fourth level of trial have recently aligned with the

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02:56

Political turnover keeps public enterprises in turmoil

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

The head of Incheon International Airport Corporation, who stepped down on Wednesday, claimed that he faced sustained pressure from the government to resign, reigniting debate over political interference in state-run enterprises. Lee Hak-jae, who resigned before completing his term, said at a press briefing that pressure to step down began in November of last year. Lee also alleged repeated interference in the corporation's regular personnel decisions by the presidential office and the

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10:53

As Kospi enters '6,000' era, analysts project bull...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

This article is by Jin Min-ji, Park Eun-jee and read by an artificial voice. The Kospi smashed past 6,000 points on Wednesday, just a month after breaking the 5,000-point mark, defying U.S. tariff threats and fears of a potential AI bubble. While the unprecedented gains have sparked overheating concerns, many analysts at home and abroad say the rally could extend further, potentially reaching 8,000. The main bourse closed at a fresh high of 6,083.86 on Wednesday, up 1.91 percent from the

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03:23

Korea's traditional calligraphy and painting recast...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

This article is by Jin Eun-soo and read by an artificial voice. Although it is part of the museum's permanent exhibition, the renewed gallery will feature rotating special displays to encourage repeat visits. "Those who love paintings will have a reason to come by the museum whenever the season changes and enjoy a lovely time here," You Hong-june, the director of the museum, said to the press on Wednesday. The national museum will continue that practice while also organizing rotating

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03:10

Min Hee-jin holds 6-minute press conference, offers...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. Former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin proposed that HYBE drop all ongoing lawsuits involving her and its girl group NewJeans in exchange for her forgoing the 25.6 billion won ($17.7 million) payment from the company. The unconventional and highly public proposal by Min, who recently established a new label called ooak records, was delivered during a notably brief press conference in Jongno District, central Seoul, on Wednesday. The

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04:01

Some pickups try to forget they once were trucks. But...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. [TEST DRIVE] PAJU, Gyeonggi — These days, every automaker chants the same mantra: Smoothness. Quiet ride. High-tech minimalism. But what about those of us who still crave something raw? Something mechanical. A proper machine — the kind with a gear lever that clicks instead of whispers — for drivers who love the analog vibe? For them, KG Mobility revived the Musso — a nameplate that once carried serious weight among pickup

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02:12

Incheon mayor signs MOUs with British schools as part...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/25

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. Incheon Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok signed agreements this week with two British private schools as the port city moves to expand its role as an international education hub. The Incheon Metropolitan City said on Wednesday that Yoo visited Wycombe Abbey and the Rugby School during an official trip to Britain on Tuesday, seeking to strengthen cooperation on the establishment of international schools and the city's reputation as an

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03:12

This Hyundai robot shields firefighters in ferocious...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/24

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. NAMYANGJU, Gyeonggi — Always the first to enter when flames erupt — advancing into smoke-choked corridors to secure visibility, pinpoint the ignition source and chart a path for firefighters who follow. Capable of projecting a powerful stream of water up to 50 meters with calibrated precision, they operate where human approach is perilous. They are unmanned firefighting robots, developed by Hyundai Motor Group, with four units

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03:00

Rome preserved in modern space

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/24

The author is an architect and a former president of the Korea National University of Arts. In the first century B.C., the Iberian Peninsula, once ruled by Carthage, became the Roman province of Hispania after Rome's victory in the Punic Wars. A settlement established at the western edge for retired legionaries, Augusta Emerita, later grew into Mérida, the largest city in the region. Initially founded to support the development of nearby gold mines, the city prospered as a key hub along

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04:33

Will losses from leveraged ETFs be compensated?

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/24

The author is an editorial writer at the JoongAng Ilbo. The phrase "double down" has taken on new meaning in Korea's exchange-traded fund (ETF) market. Leveraged ETFs tracking the Kospi and Kosdaq have become a magnet for retail investors seeking to maximize returns in a rising market. The surge of funds into these high-risk products has helped propel Korea's stock market into one of the world's hottest this year. According to the Korea Exchange, individual investors have poured 13

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04:13

Conservatives must rediscover their mission

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/02/24

The author is a chair professor of economics at Seoul National University. Politics is difficult. Human beings are inherently contradictory and when they divide into camps and clash, it is hard to imagine any politician aligning those conflicts into a consistent solution that satisfies everyone. That is why politics demands special qualities. Max Weber called it a vocation for this reason. Just as scholars endure days of reflection over a single number or word, politicians who lack a deep

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