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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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11:23

[WHY] What is a 'conception dream' and why is it so...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/20

This article is by Lim Jeong-won and read by an artificial voice.Before RM of BTS was born, his grandmother dreamed of a snake biting the back of her ankle in a field of red peppers, he recounted in an interview during a music program on KBS in 2021. Not an ordinary dream, this was taemong (a conception dream) that foreshadowed the success and influence that RM would later have as the leader of the megahit boy band. The idea of conception dreams may be unfamiliar to international readers,

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03:55

한국, 해상에 묶인 러시아산 원유 확보 경쟁에 합류

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/20

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice.한국의 대표 영어신문, 코리아중앙데일리가 특종과 단독 인터뷰, 주요 기사를 한글로 요약해 드립니다. 독자들의 많은 성원 바랍니다. 한국이 러시아산 원유 수입을 검토 중이다. 미국·이스라엘과 이란 간 전쟁이 이어지는 가운데, 세계 4위 원유 수입국인 한국도 에너지 확보 경쟁에 나서고 있다. 20일 산업통상부에 따르면 미국이 지난 12일 이전 선적된 러시아산 원유 및 석유 제품에 대한 제재를 한시적으로 풀면서 해상에 묶여 있는 러시아 원유를 둘러싼 각국의 경쟁이 치열해지고 있다. 정부는 이미 거래된 러시아산 원유를 재협상을 통해 확보하는 방안을 검토할 것으로 보인다. 산업부 고위 관계자는 "러시아산 원유 도입 가능성을 놓고 국내 정유사들과 협의 해 검토 중인 것은 사실"이라며 "지난 12일 이전 선적 물량은 이미 다른 주체가 계약했을 가능성이 높아 이를 식별한 뒤

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07:05

South Korea, U.S., Europe not learning lessons of...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/20

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice. Experts warned that South Korea, the United States and European countries remain "unprepared" for the kind of drone warfare Russia is employing against Ukraine at a panel discussion hosted by the European Union delegation and the embassies of Germany and Ukraine on Friday. Mykhailo Samus, a military expert and director of the New Geopolitics Research Network, said that large-scale drone combat has exposed deep gaps in air

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05:31

Why was Gwanghwamun chosen for BTS's 'Arirang' comeback?

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/20

This article is by Kim Ji-ye and read by an artificial voice. BTS has become a global phenomenon, with the option to stage their long-awaited return anywhere in the world after nearly four years. Yet it chose Gwanghwamun — one of Korea's most historically significant sites — a decision rooted in HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk's belief in emphasizing the group's origins. "While preparing for this [Saturday's] performance, the question that I got asked the most amount of times was 'Why

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05:25

'Arirang' adoration, merch madness on offer with BTS...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/20

This article is by Woo Ji-won and read by an artificial voice.A pop-up store for BTS's long-awaited fifth studio album "Arirang" opened Friday, welcoming fans from around the world to explore the group's latest universe while getting their hands on new merchandise. "BTS Pop-up: Arirang" opened at 1 p.m. on the fourth floor of The Heritage at Shinsegae The Main in Jung District, central Seoul. A separate pop-up store is also running at HYBE's headquarters in Yongsan District. The space

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13:56

A tale of two cities: Why Seoul demolished what...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

This article is by Michael Lee and read by an artificial voice.When K-pop megaband BTS announced that its comeback album would be titled "Arirang," after the famous Korean folk song, it became clear there was no more fitting stage for the first performance of its upcoming world tour than the avenue of Sejong-daero and Gwanghwamun Square in downtown Seoul. Without the modern skyscrapers, the backdrop to the band's return closely resembles what Koreans and visitors would have seen at the

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05:56

Gugak's next evolution? Korean composers expand on...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

This article is by Choi Min-ji and read by an artificial voice. When tradition meets globalization, what becomes of the new generation of creators who are tasked with finding a sweet spot between the old and the new? The National Orchestra of Korea takes a shot at giving what could be an answer — the marriage between gugak (Korean traditional music) and orchestral sounds. The national orchestra is set to present a concert featuring works exclusively by its two resident composers, Son

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05:57

Yellow envelope law risks overlooking incentives in...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

The author is an editorial writer at the JoongAng Ilbo.When policymakers design institutions based on one-sided perspectives, unintended consequences tend to follow. Korea has seen this pattern before. The Act on the Protection of Fixed-term and Part-time Employees, introduced in 2007 under the Roh Moo-hyun administration, aimed to protect vulnerable workers. It required companies to convert contract workers into full-time employees after two years of service. The intention was widely

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05:17

What keeps a political party alive

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

Park Sang-hoon The author is a political scientist. When political parties rely on ordinary members' dues rather than large donors, they are often described as "mass parties." When they reduce competition and depend on state subsidies, they are labeled "cartel parties." Korea's major parties appear to fit neither model. But a different pattern is emerging, one in which large parties generate significant revenue by leveraging the ambitions of candidates seeking elected office. If the

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03:10

Balance needed for labor pact

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

President Lee Jae Myung called for a broad social compromise among labor, business and government on Thursday. Speaking at a labor policy forum marking the launch of the first Economic, Social and Labor Council, Lee said that for workers, "dismissal is equivalent to death," and stressed the importance of creating conditions in which workers can accept greater employment flexibility. Lee proposed strengthening the social safety net as a solution and urged stakeholders to pursue a long-term

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03:02

Samsung to spend record $73 billion on facilities,...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

This article is by Park Eun-jee and read by an artificial voice. Samsung Electronics plans to spend at least 110 trillion won ($73.3 billion) on facilities and research and development (R&D) this year, positioning itself to meet robust growth in chip demand while leaving room for sizable merger and acquisition (M&A) opportunities. The planned expenditure would set an annual record for the company, as the combined figure has never once crossed the 100 trillion won threshold. In 2025, the

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03:22

Test article - KJD - Can AI resolve Korea's college...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

Test for beyondwords Could using AI to write Korea's college entrance exam help with setting an "appropriate" level of difficulty? After criticism that the English section of the 2026 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT), or suneung, contained extremely difficult questions, the Ministry of Education proposed a new approach last month to bring AI into the test-making process. Officials said the unusually high level of difficulty stemmed in part from a late-stage overhaul of the exam

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07:11

Where to be and what to do 24 hours before BTS’s...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. [GIVE IT A GO] I knew that BTS's upcoming "Arirang" comeback performance would be anything but small, obviously. But as a Seoulite who passes through Gwanghwamun every week, I've had a few thoughts as I've watched the preparations unfold over the past month. First: Well, this escalated quickly. Second: What a time to be an ARMY — and what a place to be one. And third: Fans flying in for the concert probably need a game plan. A

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03:50

K-pop juggernaut BTS to finally make long-awaited...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

This article is by Shin Ha-nee and read by an artificial voice. K-pop juggernaut BTS is finally making its long-awaited comeback with its fifth full-length album, "Arirang," set to be released at 1 p.m. on Friday after months of buildup. "Arirang" marks the group's first new album release in three years and nine months since its anthology album "Proof" (2022) and the first full-group release after the members completed their mandatory military services. The title, "Arirang," draws its name

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03:09

No scribbling on palace walls or camping out on day...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

This article is by Jin Eun-soo and read by an artificial voice."Scribbles on the walls," "damages to the giwa [Korean traditional roofs]," and "camping outside the palace" are some of the most-concerning factors among others, according to Huh who conducted an on-site safety inspection of the performance venues including Gwanghwamun Plaza and Sungnyemun on Thursday. "A total of 71 personnel from the agency are taking shifts to monitor the heritage sites' safety 24 hours for the week," he

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01:58

Thirty-five percent of children's headphones sold...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

This article is by Han Young-hye and read by an artificial voice. More than a third of children's headphones tested from AliExpress, Temu and Amazon contain harmful substances far exceeding Korean safety limits, a government agency said on Thursday. Tests conducted by the Korea Consumer Agency found that of 20 children's headphones sold on such platforms, 35 percent failed to meet safety requirements. Seven products contained phthalate plasticizers, known to cause adverse effects on human

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02:40

Porsche doubles down on Korea’s EV market with...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/19

This article is by Sarah Chea and read by an artificial voice. Alongside the Cayenne, the luxury German marque also plans to roll out four models in Korea this year alone, including a Korea-exclusive Panamera variant and 911 Turbo S. The EV-focused strategy comes as Korea has become a particularly robust market for Porsche's electrified portfolio, where more than 60 percent of all Porsches sold last year were electrified, nearly double the global average of 35 percent. The Cayenne

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06:34

Can AI resolve Korea's college entrance exam's...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/18

This article is by Cho Jung-woo and read by an artificial voice. Could using AI to write Korea's college entrance exam help with setting an "appropriate" level of difficulty? After criticism that the English section of the 2026 College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT), or suneung, contained extremely difficult questions, the Ministry of Education proposed a new approach last month to bring AI into the test-making process. Officials said the unusually high level of difficulty stemmed in part

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03:22

Strong dollar and high oil prices risk triggering...

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/18

The author is a business administration professor at Furman University and author of "The Story of Tariffs" (2025).The won-dollar exchange rate rose sharply from 675 won per dollar in 1981 to 896 won in 1985. The surge in the dollar was not unique to Korea. The dollar index, which measures the greenback against six major currencies, jumped 88 percent from 85 in 1981 to 160 in 1985. The roots trace back to the 1970s. Two oil shocks drove up global inflation and pushed economies into

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05:40

How spicy red tteokbokki became a national street food

Korea JoongAng Daily - Daily News from Korea ·

2026/03/18

The author is a professor of agricultural economics and rural development at Seoul National University and director of the Food Business Lab. Tteokbokki, a dish made of chewy rice cakes simmered in sauce, is one of Korea's most recognizable street foods. Today, it is most commonly associated with a bright red, spicy and slightly sweet sauce made from gochujang, a fermented chili paste. But this now-familiar version is a relatively recent development, shaped by industrialization, policy

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