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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Life worth 7,000 won' before putting it in the cart [Jung Jin-a's different but together]

The article discusses the ethical implications of the low price of small animals like hamsters in South Korean supermarkets, reflecting society's valuation of life.

Mar 1 • 08:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jang Dong-hyuk 'Officetels are not selling well'…Jung Cheong-rae 'It must be great to have many to sell'

The political battle over housing dispositions is intensifying in South Korea as opposition leaders criticize ruling party representatives regarding their property holdings.

Mar 1 • 06:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Eui-jung, who captured Trump’s heart, promoted to director of ‘MASGA’ program at Ministry of Industry

The South Korean government has made an unusual direct promotion of an official involved in pivotal U.S.-Korea tariff negotiations to a director position.

Feb 27 • 06:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Can Jung Soo-bin Shine in the Season Finale? Aiming for the World Championship Grand Prize

The upcoming 'Hanacard Hanacapital Jeju World Championship' in South Korea promises high-stakes competition as it offers the largest prizes in professional billiards, with top players vying for the title.

Feb 27 • 03:55 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Was Lee Wan-yong Skilled Enough to Write Calligraphy?

The article discusses the controversial attribution of a calligraphic plaque at Independence Gate to the notorious figure Lee Wan-yong, comparing his style to that of independence activist Ahn Jung-geun.

Feb 26 • 20:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Lim Eun-jung targets Baek Hae-ryong by recalling the 'Han Myung-sook case'... "The customs drug investigation is not different from that of the prosecution"

Lim Eun-jung criticized detective Baek Hae-ryong’s investigation methods as akin to the criticized prosecutorial tactics during the Han Myung-sook political funding case, amid claims of a lack of substance in a drug investigation involving customs officers.

Feb 26 • 13:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

How much will ‘Lee Jung-hyo’s Suwon Samsung,’ the hottest team in K League, change?

Lee Jung-hyo, the new manager of Suwon Samsung, aims to elevate the team from K League 2 following their relegation after a disappointing season.

Feb 26 • 06:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Dong-young, on the reaffirmation of ‘hostile two countries’ by Kim Jong-un: 'Peaceful coexistence is the only way'

South Korea's Unification Minister Jung Dong-young emphasizes that peaceful coexistence is vital for both North and South Korea, in response to Kim Jong-un's description of South Korea as a 'thoroughly hostile nation.'

Feb 26 • 04:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Disclosure of a Letter from Lee Hee-ho to President Park Chung-hee and Related Materials

Lee Hee-ho's letter to President Park Chung-hee from 1978, detailing her concerns about her husband Kim Dae-jung's imprisonment, has been disclosed by Yonsei University's Kim Dae-jung Library to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March 1st Declaration.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

85-year-old Kim Jung-ja of 'You Quiz' will wear a graduation cap... Sookmyung Women's University graduation ceremony held on the 27th

85-year-old Kim Jung-ja, previously the oldest test-taker in the Korean SAT, will graduate from Sookmyung Women's University's Future Education Center with a degree in social welfare.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Unprecedented Comedy Superstar - Nam-gil": The Founder of Metacomedy, Jung Young-jun, Establishes a Comedy Academy

Jung Young-jun, head of Metacomedy, is set to launch the Metacomedy Academy in March to discover and nurture new comedy talent in Korea.

Feb 25 • 21:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Park Jung-hwan, winning prize of 400 million won in the World Go Championship’s 1st match, successfully takes the initiative... Bogeum Park delivers a bouquet

Top-ranked Korean Go player Park Jung-hwan secured a significant victory in the first match of the World Go Championship, setting him on the path to win a prize of 400 million won.

Feb 25 • 09:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae: “Is Jang Dong-hyuk Afraid to Meet Me… Responsibility for Opposing Administrative Integration Lies with the People Power Party”

Jung Cheong-rae of the Democratic Party criticized People Power Party leader Jang Dong-hyuk for not responding to his proposal for a meeting to discuss administrative integration between Daejeon and Chungcheongnam-do.

Feb 25 • 02:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Second Comprehensive Special Investigation’ Special Investigation Assistants: Kwon Young-bin, Kim Jung-min, Kim Ji-mi, Jin Eul-jong

Four special investigation assistants have been appointed for the second comprehensive special investigation team in South Korea to address unresolved allegations from previous major investigations.

Feb 23 • 16:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Exhibition about Jung at MIS attracts 75 thousand visitors and is extended for the second time

The MIS in São Paulo has extended its exhibition on Jung due to overwhelming visitor numbers, now running until March 22 after attracting 75,000 visitors since November.

Feb 23 • 14:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

US 'Invalidation of Mutual Tariffs' Public-Private Joint Response Meeting... Reconfirmation of 'Friendly Consultation'

The South Korean government held a joint public-private meeting to discuss responses to the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on mutual tariff invalidation and President Trump's new tariff measures.

Feb 23 • 00:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon welcomes the return of independence activist Ahn Jung-geun's writings

President Yoon Seok-youl expresses support for the return of historical writings by independence activist Ahn Jung-geun, while sharing a post from Park Chan-dae, a candidate for the Incheon mayoral election.

Feb 22 • 01:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Choi Min-jung in tears: 'This is my last Olympics... Now I will leave it to Gilli'

Choi Min-jung expressed her emotions after winning a silver medal in the women’s 1500m event at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, declaring it her last Olympic appearance.

Feb 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Kim Gilli Soars to Dual Championships... Choi Min-jung Sets New Medal Record with 7th Olympic Medal

Kim Gilli won her second gold medal at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, while Choi Min-jung secured a silver medal, marking her seventh career Olympic medal.

Feb 20 • 22:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Jung-min's Overtake, Hwang Dae-heon's Sprint... Men's 5000m Relay Silver Medal in Short Track

The South Korean men's short track relay team won a silver medal in the Olympic 5000m relay race held in Milan, Italy.

Feb 20 • 22:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Nuis, Ledetzka, and Chloe Kim's attempts at a three-peat end in failure... only Choi Min-jung remains

Star athletes challenging for a third consecutive Olympic win have faced defeats at the 2026 Winter Olympics, reaffirming the reality that 'there are no eternal champions' in the sports world.

Feb 20 • 07:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Choi Min-jung, Lim Jong-eon, and Jeong Jae-won... Compete for Medals on the Ice at the Weekend

South Korean athletes are gearing up for medal contention in the final days of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 20 • 04:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

The ‘Lawsuit War’ Between Jung Hee-won and a Former Colleague... Both Submitted ‘Non-Punishment Requests’ Together

Both Jung Hee-won, the head of the Low Aging Research Institute, and his former colleague, a woman in her 30s, have submitted requests for non-punishment to the police after having previously filed mutual accusations against each other.

Feb 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Danilo Restivo and doubts of Elisa Claps' brother regarding the murder of Shin

The article discusses the connection between Danilo Restivo, convicted for the murders of Elisa Claps and Heather Barnett, and the potential link to the murder of Korean student Jong-Ok Shin, highlighting recent revelations from a BBC documentary.

Feb 19 • 09:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae, 'Unfilial Son Jang Dong-hyuk' Says 'Don't Cry, Study Instead'

Democratic Party leader Jung Cheong-rae criticized People's Power leader Jang Dong-hyuk for his emotional responses in the ongoing real estate debate with President Lee Jae-myung, advising him to focus on studying policy instead.

Feb 19 • 06:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Relay Gold Medal, Choi Min-jung's Escape from Crisis is No Coincidence… A Competitor Who Became a Legend on the Ice

Choi Min-jung's composure during a critical moment in the Women's 3000m Relay finals at the 2023 Winter Olympics exemplifies her determination and training in overcoming challenges.

Feb 19 • 02:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Yo-jong: 'I highly value Jung Dong-young's will to prevent the unmanned drone incident from recurring'

Kim Yo-jong commended South Korea's Unification Minister Jung Dong-young for expressing official regret regarding the recent drone incident and announcing measures to prevent recurrence, while emphasizing the need for a strong border with South Korea.

Feb 19 • 00:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Kim Gi-ri: "I ran as if on four legs to maintain the lead"...Choi Min-jung: "I wanted to prove Korea is strong"

The South Korean women's short track team reclaimed gold in the women's 3000m relay at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, showcasing their strength in a tight competition.

Feb 18 • 22:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Choi Min-jung avoids, Shim Seok-hee pushes, Kim Gi-ri makes a dramatic comeback... No Do-hee narrows the gap

The South Korean women's short track relay team won a dramatic gold medal in the women's 3000m relay at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympic Games.

Feb 18 • 21:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Jung Yoo-ra, Beneficiary of the Corruption Scandal, Goes to Prison for Not Attending Fraud Trial

Jung Yoo-ra, daughter of Choi Soon-sil, was incarcerated for failing to attend her fraud trial in South Korea.

Feb 18 • 06:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

‘My Name Is’ By Director Jung Ji-young, Portraying the Jeju 4.3 Incident, Moves Berlin Audiences to Tears

Director Jung Ji-young's new film, 'My Name Is', premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival, evoking strong emotional responses from the audience regarding the Jeju 4.3 Incident.

Feb 18 • 02:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Lee Jung-min Shined as South Korea Advances to Men’s Short Track 5000m Relay Final

The South Korean men's short track team qualified for the final of the men's 5000m relay at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.

Feb 16 • 11:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Choi Min-jung, inspired by gold medalist Choi Ga-on, to embark on a 'golden run' tonight

Choi Min-jung prepares for the women's 1000m short track event at the 2026 Winter Olympics, receiving inspirational support from fellow athlete Choi Ga-on who recently won a gold medal in snowboarding.

Feb 16 • 02:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Internal Cohesion Not Achieved... Lee Jung-hyun of the People's Power Party Says 'We Need to Join Forces with Different Groups'

Lee Jung-hyun, chairman of the People's Power Party's candidate management committee, emphasizes the need for collaboration with different political factions for upcoming elections amid internal criticism of the party.

Feb 14 • 06:36 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon calls the ‘Jung Young-hak transcript’ allegations ‘absurd evidence manipulation’ aimed at the prosecution

President Yoon Suk-yeol criticized the prosecution for allegedly distorting the so-called ‘Jung Young-hak transcript’ in cases related to the Wirye New Town development corruption allegations.

Feb 14 • 02:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Grandmother’s House’ Gyeonggi Province, On the Way to ‘5-0’

Football coach Lee Jung-hyo has joined Suwon Samsung, raising hopes for a resurgence in Gyeonggi Province football.

Feb 14 • 00:08 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Skeleton athlete Jung Seung-ki finishes top 10 at Olympics after injury rehabilitation

Korean skeleton ace Jung Seung-ki finished 10th in his second Olympic appearance after recovering from a serious injury.

Feb 13 • 21:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae and Jo Kuk compete for ‘Honam sentiment’ at Yongsan Station…Jang Dong-hyuk volunteers in a goshiwon

Political leaders from the Democratic Party and the Jo Kuk Innovation Party gathered at Yongsan Station to connect with voters ahead of the Lunar New Year, while the main opposition party focused on community service for the underprivileged.

Feb 13 • 07:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae: ‘Major delayed response and tantrum’... a jab at Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae opposing the lawsuit

Jung Cheong-rae criticizes Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae for opposing the lawsuit and questions the timing of his statements on legal reform.

Feb 13 • 05:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The women's 500m barrier has risen... Short track athletes Choi Min-jung, Kim Gil-lee, and Lee So-young fail to win medals

South Korea's women's short track relay team, including captain Choi Min-jung, failed to secure a medal in the women's 500m event at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Feb 12 • 20:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Jung-hyun, 'Yoon Again,' Appointed as Chairman of the Party’s Nomination Committee

The People Power Party has appointed Lee Jung-hyun as the chairman of its nomination committee for the upcoming June 3 local elections.

Feb 12 • 12:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Popular Actor Park Jung-min Appointed as Chungju City Ambassador

Park Jung-min, a prominent actor from South Korea, has been appointed as the ambassador for Chungju City to enhance its image and cultural offerings.

Feb 12 • 09:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jung Cheong-rae criticizes Jang Dong-hyuk for not attending lunch meeting at the Blue House: 'What a mess right before the appointment'

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.

Feb 12 • 02:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Jung-hyun, 'Park Geun-hye's right-hand man,' appointed as the head of the People Power Party's local election candidate management committee

The People Power Party has appointed Lee Jung-hyun, a former leader of the Saenuri Party, as the head of its candidate management committee for the June 3 local elections.

Feb 12 • 01:45 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Death of Korean Star Jung Eun-woo After a Mysterious Farewell Message... Did He Predict His Departure?

Korean actor Jung Eun-woo passed away at the age of 40, shocking fans and colleagues; a mysterious farewell post he shared a day before his death has sparked speculation.

Feb 11 • 19:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Jung Eun-woo, actor of the K-drama 'Bride of the Sun,' dies at 39: Made alarming post before

K-drama actor Jung Eun-woo has passed away at the age of 39 under uncertain circumstances, shortly after a concerning social media post.

Feb 11 • 18:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Jung Eun-woo, South Korean actor who starred in 'Bride of the Sun', dies at 40

South Korean actor Jung Eun-woo has passed away at the age of 40, with the cause of death not yet disclosed.

Feb 11 • 17:42 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Korean actor Jung Eun-woo dies at 39 after strange social media post

Korean actor Jung Eun-woo has passed away at the age of 39, leaving a void in the entertainment industry and among his fans.

Feb 11 • 15:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Jung Eun-woo, South Korean actor, dies at 40

Jung Eun-woo, a notable South Korean actor known for his role in 'Bride of the Sun,' has passed away at the age of 40.

Feb 11 • 13:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Jung Eun-woo dead: Actor dies a day after worrying Instagram post

Actor Jung Eun-woo has passed away, shortly after sharing a concerning post on Instagram.

Feb 11 • 11:26 UTC

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