Police to summon PM, ministers over martial law meeting

South Korean Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, along with other Cabinet members and the head of the National Intelligence Service, has been summoned for questioning by the National Office of Investigation, regarding their attendance at a Cabinet meeting held after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law declaration. The special investigation team under the office stated Tuesday, “If the accused refuse to appear, we will promptly proceed with legal measures, including forced investigation.

PoliticsDec. 10, 2024

Ahn Eun-jin returns to stage as astronomer in 'Silent Sky'

Trust in director Kim Min-jung, the Myeongdong Theater, the single-cast format and the compelling script were actor Ahn Eun-jin's key reasons for choosing "Silent Sky" for her long-awaited return to the stage. “I was nervous about getting back on stage after so long, unsure how I would even manage rehearsals,” Ahn said during a press conference Monday at the National Theater Company’s Myeongdong Theater. “But I had absolute trust in director Kim Min-jung. P

PerformanceDec. 10, 2024

Explore 'everyday luxury' at Craft Trend Fair 2024

The 19th edition of the Craft Trend Fair will kick off Thursday at Coex in southern Seoul, shedding light on "everyday luxury," from luxury goods crafted by artisans to items of everyday use. The four-day event, which will be held under the theme "Extraordinary Objects that Shine in My Life," is organized by Kang Jae-young, the artistic director of the 2023 Cheongju Craft Biennale. Some 280 exhibitors, including international and overseas galleries and related craft institu

CultureDec. 10, 2024

Timing of next presidential election linked to 'legal risks' of opposition leader

With President Yoon Suk Yeol seemingly edging toward impeachment, the nation is eyeing the next logical move of electing his replacement. Lee Jae-myung, leader of the main opposition Democratic Party of Korea, is the clear front-runner in that race, multiple polls suggest. But the runner-up in the last presidential election by a tiny margin, Lee has his own legal challenges regarding another bid for the top office. He still faces criminal charges related to his respective terms as mayor of Seo

PoliticsDec. 10, 2024

Korean restaurant in New York awarded three Michelin stars

Jungsik, the fine-dining Korean restaurant helmed by Chef Yim Jung-sik, was awarded three Michelin stars Tuesday, becoming the first Korean restaurant in New York to receive the recognition. The Michelin Guide 2024 New York ceremony was held Tuesday at The Glasshouse in Manhattan, New York. Jungsik is the New York branch of the Korean restaurant Jungsikdang in Seoul, which opened in 2011. It first earned its two Michelin stars in New York in 2014. According to Michelin, the restaurant’s

FoodDec. 10, 2024

Telegram downloads surge in South Korea after martial law

On the day of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s short-lived martial law declaration, the number of South Koreans installing Telegram surged dramatically, according to data released Tuesday. Telegram reached 47.09 percent of all messenger app downloads here on Dec. 3 — totaling 40,576 — nearly four times higher than the 9,016 recorded a day before, data from mobile big data platform IGAWorks showed. Yoon declared emergency martial law on the night of Dec. 3, only to reverse it the next

TechnologyDec. 10, 2024

Milwaukee Tools launches small yet powerful impact wrench

Milwaukee Tool Korea said Tuesday that it has launched a compact cordless impact wrench, powered by a 12-volt system. Founded in 1924 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the power tool maker has earned a reputation for producing durable, high-quality tools under the slogan, “Nothing But Heavy Duty.” The company expanded its global presence by establishing a Korean branch in 2022 and has since experienced steady growth here. Its new product, 12V Fuel Impact Wrench 1/2" III, delivers enhance

IndustryDec. 10, 2024

[Photo News] JB Financial eyes new home in Seoul

JB Financial Group Chairman Kim Ki-hong speaks at a ground-breaking ceremony of the Jeonju, North Jeolla Province-based financial group’s new office in Seosomun, central Seoul, Monday. The new 19-story building, set for completion by 2027, is located on a 2,665 square-meter site and boasts 39,963 square meters of floor space. JB’s holding company and key affiliates plan to relocate to the new building. (JB Financial Group)

IndustryDec. 10, 2024

Next impeachment vote may pass, Reform Party floor leader says

The second parliamentary vote to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, scheduled to take place Saturday, will likely pass, a minor party’s floor leader predicted. Rep. Cheon Ha-ram of the minor conservative Reform Party, made this prediction in a local radio interview Monday afternoon, saying that more than eight lawmakers from Yoon’s ruling People Power Party will vote in favor of Yoon’s removal from office. The first vote on Yoon’s impeachment failed amid a boycott of PPP la

PoliticsDec. 10, 2024

Korean millennials, Gen Z make presence felt at protests

  Young Koreans, who had been seen as increasingly indifferent to politics, were among those their presence felt on the streets of Yeouido on Dec. 7 when the impeachment vote was held at the National Assembly. After experiencing the candlelight rallies to remove the country’s first female president Park Geun-hye in 2016, young Koreans started to take an active stance on political issues. But in the last presidential election, turnout among voters aged 19 to 29 was the lowest of any ag

Social AffairsDec. 10, 2024

Defense intelligence general suspended for martial law involvement

An Army major general who previously led the Defense Intelligence Command has been suspended from duty, following allegations of involvement in the recent short-lived martial law declaration, the Defense Ministry announced Tuesday. "The Defense Ministry suspended Gen. Moon Sang-ho, commander of the Korea Defense Intelligence Command, from his duty effective Dec. 10, due to confirmed involvement to the ongoing situation," the ministry's spokesperson office stated in a text messag

PoliticsDec. 10, 2024

[Bills in Focus] Strengthening shareholder rights, clearer M&A transparency

Proposed Bill: Partial Amendment to the Commercial Act Proposed by Rep. Lee Jung-mun (Democratic Party of Korea) ● To better protect the interests of general shareholders, this amendment broadens the scope of directors' duty of loyalty to include both the company and its shareholders. Additionally, it mandates that large publicly listed companies adopt cumulative voting for the election of directors and introduce electronic shareholder meetings to improve transparency and fairness in corpor

PoliticsDec. 10, 2024

Ruling party lawmaker to back impeachment motion

Rep. Kim Sang-wook will no longer take part in his party's boycott of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment, the People Power Party lawmaker announced Tuesday in a press conference at the National Assembly. Kim was one of the three lawmakers from the ruling party who cast their votes, while the other PPP members vacated the chamber to boycott the impeachment vote on Dec. 7. While revealing his vote was against the impeachment bill, stemming from his party’s stance rather than hi

Social AffairsDec. 10, 2024

Search under way for 1 missing after fishing boat capsizes off southeastern coast

Search and rescue operations for the last missing person were under way for the second day Tuesday after a boat capsized off the southeastern coast, the Coast Guard said. The 29-ton fishing boat carrying eight crew members capsized after colliding with a 456-ton sand barge in waters near Gyeongju, about 270 kilometers southeast of Seoul, on Monday, leaving seven crew members dead. Seven people -- three South Koreans and four foreign nationals -- were rescued in a state of cardiac arrest and take

Social AffairsDec. 10, 2024

Court set to hold arrest warrant hearing for ex-defense minister over martial law declaration

A Seoul court is set to decide Tuesday whether to issue an arrest warrant for former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun over his role in President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration in what would be the first court judgment on the case. Kim is suspected of having colluded with Yoon to stage an insurrection as Yoon declared emergency martial law last Tuesday, which was rejected by the National Assembly and lifted hours later. The Seoul Central District Court is set to convene a hearing to r

PoliticsDec. 10, 2024

Police chief slapped with exit ban in martial law probe

Cho Ji-ho, commissioner general of the Korean National Police Agency, and two other top police officials have been banned from leaving the country in connection with the ongoing police investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol's short-lived declaration of martial law last week, the National Office of Investigation said Tuesday. The NOI said its special investigation team also imposed an overseas travel ban on Kim Bong-sik, chief of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency and Mok Hyun-tae, hea

PoliticsDec. 10, 2024

Natl. Assembly to vote on permanent special counsel probe bill into Yoon's treason charges

The National Assembly is set to open a plenary session Tuesday to vote on a bill mandating a permanent special counsel to investigate treason charges against President Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed bid to impose martial law last week. The bill calls for an investigation into Yoon, former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Park An-su, who had been named to lead the martial law command, and other officials involved in imposing martial law. Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, Counter

PoliticsDec. 10, 2024

Finance minister says recent volatility in financial, FX markets 'excessive'

South Korea's top economic policymaker said Tuesday that the recent volatility in the country's financial and foreign exchange markets is "excessive" given the nation's strong economic fundamentals. On Monday, the Korean won weakened to 1,437 won per US dollar, dropping 17.8 won from the previous session, and reaching its lowest level in over two years. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index (Kospi) also plunged 67.58 points, or 2.78 percent, to close at 2,360.5

EconomyDec. 10, 2024

[해커스 TEPS] 텝스 시험대비 단기간 고득점 단어 & 문법 5문제

2) 해커스 텝스 문법 Part Ⅰ Choose the best answer for the blank. 1. A: I won’t be home for dinner tonight. B: ________________________________________. I’m preparing your favorite dish. (a) It’s a pity you can’t join us (b) It’s a pity that you not join us (c) It’s a pity for you not joining us (d) It’s a pity you not have joined us 해석 A: 오늘 밤 저녁 식사하러 집에 못 가. B: 우리와 함께할 수 없다니 유감이야. 난 네가 가장 좋아하는 음식을 준비하고 있거든. 해설 어순 채우기 ‘~하다니 유감이다’는 표현은

English EyeDec. 10, 2024

Seoul shares open higher after martial law-triggered market rout

Seoul shares opened sharply higher Tuesday following a fourth consecutive day of drop caused by political turmoil from President Yoon Suk Yeol's botched martial law declaration last week. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index rose 42.17 points, or 1.79 percent, to 2,402.75 in the first 15 minutes of trading. The president faces a criminal investigation in connection with treason and other charges related to his short-lived martial law order last week. Yoon has entrusted the matter

MarketDec. 10, 2024