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Special Prosecutor’s Arrest Warrant for Ex-President Yoon: Power Struggle, Legal Tactics, and Korea’s Democratic Crisis

Special Prosecutor’s Arrest Warrant for Ex-President Yoon: Power Struggle, Legal Tactics, and Korea’s Democratic Crisis

South Korea’s special prosecutor has requested an arrest warrant for former President Yoon Suk Yeol, intensifying the investigation into his martial law attempt. The move has sparked fierce legal and political battles, with both sides claiming legitimacy and the Korean public deeply divided.

News
Jun 24, 2025
Lee Kyung-kyu Booked for Drug-Impaired Driving: Prescription Medication Controversy Shakes Korean Entertainment

Lee Kyung-kyu Booked for Drug-Impaired Driving: Prescription Medication Controversy Shakes Korean Entertainment

Veteran comedian Lee Kyung-kyu is under police investigation for allegedly driving under the influence of prescription drugs. The incident, involving a car mix-up and a positive drug test, has sparked debate about legal and cultural attitudes toward medication and driving in Korea.

Entertainment
Jun 24, 2025
Basquiat Arrives in Seoul: The Largest-Ever Exhibition of His Symbolic Art at DDP

Basquiat Arrives in Seoul: The Largest-Ever Exhibition of His Symbolic Art at DDP

Jean-Michel Basquiat's first major curated exhibition in Korea opens at DDP this September, showcasing over 220 works and his creative notebooks, exploring his world of signs and symbols in dialogue with Korean culture.

Entertainment
Jun 24, 2025
Brian Kim’s Wall Street Past and Park Hee-soon’s English Meltdown: Inside the Movie ‘Operation’ and Its Cultural Ripples

Brian Kim’s Wall Street Past and Park Hee-soon’s English Meltdown: Inside the Movie ‘Operation’ and Its Cultural Ripples

Explore the unique journey of Brian Kim from finance to film, Park Hee-soon's English acting struggles, and how 'Operation' sparked lively debate in Korean communities. Dive into cultural insights and fandom reactions.

Entertainment
Jun 24, 2025
South Korea's AI Era: Privacy Commission Ramps Up Deepfake Response and Personalized Data Protection

South Korea's AI Era: Privacy Commission Ramps Up Deepfake Response and Personalized Data Protection

As AI transforms daily life in Korea, the Presidential Committee on National Planning is intensifying efforts to protect personal data, address deepfake threats, and empower vulnerable groups. Community reactions highlight both optimism and skepticism about balancing innovation and privacy.

News
Jun 24, 2025
Unprecedented Earthquake Swarm Near Tokara Islands: Is Japan Facing a Major Seismic Event?

Unprecedented Earthquake Swarm Near Tokara Islands: Is Japan Facing a Major Seismic Event?

Since June 21, over 200 earthquakes have struck near Japan's Tokara Islands, raising concerns about possible links to the feared Nankai Trough megaquake. Experts and communities are on high alert as seismic activity continues.

News
Jun 24, 2025
Female Streamer Sentenced to 7 Years for Blackmailing K-pop Star Kim Junsu Out of 800 Million KRW

Female Streamer Sentenced to 7 Years for Blackmailing K-pop Star Kim Junsu Out of 800 Million KRW

A female BJ was sentenced to 7 years in prison for blackmailing singer Kim Junsu, extorting 8.4 billion KRW over four years. The court cited the seriousness of the crime and the victim's severe distress, sparking intense discussion in Korean communities.

Entertainment
Jun 24, 2025
Trump’s Gamble Pays Off? Inside the Risky US Strikes and the Iran-Israel Ceasefire Drama

Trump’s Gamble Pays Off? Inside the Risky US Strikes and the Iran-Israel Ceasefire Drama

After 12 days of escalating conflict, President Trump brokered a phased ceasefire between Israel and Iran, with Qatar’s mediation. While both sides claim conditional victory, tensions remain as violations and uncertainty persist.

News
Jun 24, 2025
Chung Dong-young Returns After 20 Years: Will He Reignite Inter-Korean Dialogue?

Chung Dong-young Returns After 20 Years: Will He Reignite Inter-Korean Dialogue?

Chung Dong-young, nominated as South Korea's Unification Minister after 20 years, signals a new era in inter-Korean policy under President Lee Jae Myung. His past achievements and current strategies are drawing intense public and political attention.

Politics
Jun 24, 2025
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