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The Blue House held an emergency National Security Council meeting to discuss the potential long-term implications of the Iran situation and ensure the safety of South Korean citizens abroad.

YouTuber Jeon Han-gil and former army special forces officer Kim Hyun-tae have filed a complaint against Ahn Gyu-ryeong, a deputy spokesperson for the Blue House, accusing her of attempting to steal firearms during the December 3 martial law incident.

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has announced candidates in its 'Red to Blue' initiative to challenge Republican incumbents in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.

South Korea's government has decided to maintain the existing tariff agreements with the US following a Supreme Court ruling, despite some calls for renegotiation.

Kim Yong-beom, the chief policy officer at the Blue House, emphasizes the need to change the existing leverage structure of housing loans used for investment, warning that it could lead to a macroeconomic crisis if not adjusted to ensure financial stability.

The South Korean government assured it would protect export conditions to the U.S. following a Supreme Court ruling against Trump's tariffs, while evaluating the ruling's ramifications in a high-level meeting.

The Blue House announced plans to review its response following the US Supreme Court ruling that deemed reciprocal tariffs imposed by former President Trump as illegal.

Stefanía Helgadóttir from Neskaupstað found her house splashed with blue liquid, which turned out to be a form of mud made from flour or potato starch; the youth responsible for the act later came forward to clean it and apologized by giving her pastries.

Kim Nam-jun has resigned as spokesperson for the Blue House to run in the byelection for Incheon Gyeyang, a district previously represented by President Lee Jae-myung.

President Yoon expressed regrets about the excessive working hours of Blue House staff, emphasizing the urgency of the current national situation.

The Blue House has contacted Kim Seon-tae, the 'Chungju Man' who recently submitted his resignation, but both parties have dismissed rumors of a job offer.

The Blue House expressed hope for peace and joint growth on the Korean Peninsula following Kim Yo-jong’s comments regarding a drone incident.

As local elections approach in South Korea, former Blue House officials are preparing to run for office, raising questions about the effectiveness of their political experience.

President Lee Jae-myung showcased significant artworks at the Blue House during a recent meeting with key business representatives.

The South Korean Blue House responded positively to a statement by Kim Yo-jong, urging both North and South Korea to reduce tensions and avoid actions that jeopardize peace.

Jang Dong-hyuk, the leader of the People Power Party, abruptly declined to attend a luncheon with President Lee Jae-myung and Democratic Party leader Jeong Cheong-rae, just an hour before it was scheduled to start, after his team's internal disagreement.

The People Power Party has decided not to attend the National Assembly session scheduled for today, following party leader Jang Dong-hyuk's earlier decision to skip a planned luncheon at the Blue House.

The luncheon meeting between President Yoon Suk-yeol and the leaders of the ruling and opposition parties was canceled due to Jang Dong-hyuk's unexpected decision to not attend, causing disappointment from the Blue House.

Jung Cheong-rae criticized Jang Dong-hyuk for canceling on a lunch meeting with President Lee Jae-myung just before it was set to occur, calling it inappropriate behavior.

Lee Seong-yoon, a key member of the Democratic Party, strongly denied allegations that the Blue House expressed negative opinions about a special prosecutor candidate during a recommendation process.

Workers protesting in front of the Blue House continue their sit-in after 532 days, demanding resolution to labor disputes and governmental recognition of their struggles.

Mayors from Busan, Gyeongnam, Daejeon, and Chungnam have submitted a proposal to the Blue House advocating for the establishment of a Basic Law for Administrative Integration.

The Blue House has urged the ruling party to maintain a united front in discussions about the abolition of supplementary investigative rights amid ongoing reforms in the prosecution system.

The Democratic Party in South Korea is facing internal turmoil after President Yoon Suk-yeol appointed a special prosecutor recommended by the opposition party, raising allegations of betrayal and tension within the ruling party.

South Korea's ruling party and government plan to relax regulations for early morning deliveries at large supermarkets, sparking concerns over worker well-being and the livelihoods of small business owners.

Kim Yong-beom, chief policy officer at the Blue House, emphasized that the concerns of young investors stem not merely from seeking short-term returns but rather from a desire for trust in the market's operation, especially in light of recent government actions against overlapping listings.

The Blue House stated that humanitarian support to North Korea needs to be consistently carried out regardless of the political situation on the Korean Peninsula, following the UN's decision to exempt 17 humanitarian projects from sanctions.

Jeweler Ricardo Domingo discovered the profound connections between his craft and that of his grandfather, the village blacksmith, while renovating his maternal family's house in Valjunquera, Teruel.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to attend a White House ceremony to honor their 2025 World Series victory against the Toronto Blue Jays, despite calls to boycott amid tensions with ICE.

In New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, eleven Democrats are competing in a primary to fill the vacant seat left by Governor Mikie Sherrill, with the winner facing Republican Joe Hathaway in a special election.

A recent meeting involving the Democratic Party, government, and the Blue House discussed allowing early morning deliveries by large supermarkets, arguing it is necessary to protect local markets and labor rights amidst the rise of e-commerce.

Five members of the Blue House staff, who own more than two houses, have confirmed that they are listing unoccupied properties for sale amidst President Lee Jae-myung's ongoing campaign against speculation and pressure on multi-homeowners to reduce excess holdings.

The police have conducted a raid on a conservative media outlet for spreading conspiracy theories regarding Kim Hyun-ji, a senior aide at the Blue House, including unfounded allegations of an affair with President Lee Jae-myung.

The Blue House reported returning 740 million won to the national treasury after reducing the budget for special activities expenses, as part of their financial transparency efforts for 2022 expenditures.