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The National Assembly has rejected the recommendation of Choi Young-sik for the Broadcasting Media and Communication Commission, amid controversies over his associations with extreme right media.

Kim Jong Un states that North Korea's relationship with the United States depends on the U.S. accepting their nuclear ambitions, while also emphasizing an increase in nuclear weapons and missile capabilities.

Countries including India and South Korea have issued urgent travel warnings urging their citizens to leave Iran due to escalating tensions and the threat of US military strikes.

The National Assembly approved an arrest request for independent lawmaker Gang Sun-woo, who is accused of receiving a 100 million won bribe for a political nomination.

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol addressed concerns about rising home prices, urging a normalization of the housing market in line with public interests.

The finals of the Ysaÿe International Music Competition will take place at the Icheon Art Hall in Korea from July 10-11, marking the first time this international event has been hosted in the country.

President Yoon Suk-yeol praised South Korean citizens for being nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to prevent martial law on December 3, stating that it showcased South Korea as a model for humanity.

Choi Gaon, the youngest member of the South Korean Olympic team, is expected to compete in the snowboard halfpipe qualifiers at the 2026 Winter Olympics, hoping to win South Korea's first gold medal in the sport.

A former employee of Coupang exploited a security vulnerability to access 150 million delivery addresses and leaked 33.7 million personal data records, contradicting the company's previous claims of a minimal data breach.

Shin Yu-bin has donated 50 million won to support young table tennis players' overseas training and performance improvement.