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Expelled Wife After 13 Years of Domestic Violence: 'Couldn't Even Register Marriage Due to Fortune-Telling'

Expelled Wife After 13 Years of Domestic Violence: 'Couldn't Even Register Marriage Due to Fortune-Telling'

A woman who endured 13 years of domestic violence in a common-law marriage was expelled from her home after her 12-year-old daughter called police. Despite being unable to register their marriage due to fortune-telling beliefs, legal experts confirm she can still seek protection and compensation.

Social Issues
Jul 17, 2025
Korean Mom Torn: 7-Year-Old Son Still Loves Cheating Ex-Husband, Remarriage Dilemma Goes Viral

Korean Mom Torn: 7-Year-Old Son Still Loves Cheating Ex-Husband, Remarriage Dilemma Goes Viral

A 32-year-old divorced Korean mother sparked online controversy after revealing her struggle with remarriage due to her 7-year-old son's attachment to his biological father who cheated. The community's harsh reactions reflect Korean society's complex views on divorce and remarriage.

뉴스
Jul 17, 2025
Gyeonggi Provincial Councilor Baek Hyeon-jong: "Public Housing Districts Must Evolve Beyond Simple Residential Areas to Embrace Industry and Jobs"

Gyeonggi Provincial Councilor Baek Hyeon-jong: "Public Housing Districts Must Evolve Beyond Simple Residential Areas to Embrace Industry and Jobs"

Gyeonggi Provincial Council passes groundbreaking ordinance to attract companies to public housing districts, aiming to transform them into self-sufficient cities with integrated residential and industrial functions.

News
Jul 17, 2025
Anyang City Prepares Massive 139.6 Billion Won Consumer Coupon Distribution - Anti-Scam Measures in Full Effect

Anyang City Prepares Massive 139.6 Billion Won Consumer Coupon Distribution - Anti-Scam Measures in Full Effect

Anyang City conducts final preparations for distributing consumer recovery coupons worth 139.6 billion won to 560,000 residents, with enhanced anti-scam measures against smishing attacks.

뉴스
Jul 17, 2025
Massive Storms Pound South Korea: Record-Breaking Rainfall and Windstorms Trigger Nationwide Weather Alerts

Massive Storms Pound South Korea: Record-Breaking Rainfall and Windstorms Trigger Nationwide Weather Alerts

South Korea faces severe weather conditions with heavy rainfall up to 200mm in metropolitan areas, strong winds, and nationwide weather warnings as monsoon season intensifies across the peninsula.

News
Jul 17, 2025
Lee Jin-sook Under Fire: Workplace Bullying Allegations Rock Education Minister Nominee's Confirmation

Lee Jin-sook Under Fire: Workplace Bullying Allegations Rock Education Minister Nominee's Confirmation

Education Minister nominee Lee Jin-sook faces mounting pressure as Rep. Jeong Seong-guk reveals 9 labor law violation reports, including 2 workplace bullying cases, during her confirmation hearing.

News
Jul 17, 2025
Why Korean Women in Their 20s-30s Are Choosing Overseas Adventures: The Real Story Behind the Working Holiday and Study Abroad Boom

Why Korean Women in Their 20s-30s Are Choosing Overseas Adventures: The Real Story Behind the Working Holiday and Study Abroad Boom

Korean women in their 20s and 30s are increasingly leaving stable jobs to pursue working holidays and study abroad programs. This trend reflects a generational shift in career values, prioritizing personal growth and life experiences over traditional job security.

라이프스타일
Jul 17, 2025
Korea's Food and Drug Safety Ministry Accelerates Regulatory Science Training with 13 Designated Institutions

Korea's Food and Drug Safety Ministry Accelerates Regulatory Science Training with 13 Designated Institutions

Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety has designated 13 specialized institutions to train regulatory science professionals across food, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices sectors, marking a significant step toward strengthening the country's regulatory expertise and industrial competitiveness.

News
Jul 17, 2025
Drug-Fueled Rampage in Motel Leads to 40-Year-Old's Arrest After SNS Purchase of Methamphetamine

Drug-Fueled Rampage in Motel Leads to 40-Year-Old's Arrest After SNS Purchase of Methamphetamine

A 40-year-old man was arrested after purchasing methamphetamine through social media, injecting it in a Gwangju motel, and causing property damage that led to his capture by police.

뉴스
Jul 17, 2025
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