Robin Seo Editor, Author at Gangnam Times

Robin Seo Editor (124 Posts)

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  South Korea's Birthrate Hits Rock Bottom - Population Shrinks Again 2024.01.30 The number of babies born in November last year fell to a record low, and the population dropped by more than 100,000. Fewer births and more deaths led to a natural decline in the population, and by province, all provinces except Sejong saw a decrease in population. The number of marriages increased, but the number of divorces decreased...
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  South Korea Considers Kim Jong-un's 'SLCM Launch' as a Waste of Resources 2024.01.30 The Unification Ministry criticized North Korea's submarine-launched cruise missile test, saying it will be difficult to improve civilian life while the North wastes resources on weapons development. It also urged the North to choose the right path instead of provocation and isolation...
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  North Korea and China Resume Lunar New Year Exchange After 4 Years 2024.01.30 North Korea and China are resuming friendly Lunar New Year events for the first time in four years. A Chinese delegation has arrived in Pyongyang to kick off the activities, which come as the two countries mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties.
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  US and NATO Express Worries About North Korea's Arms Trade with Russia 2024.01.30 The White House National Security Advisor and NATO Secretary General expressed concern about the North Korea-Russia arms trade and reiterated NATO's unwavering support. They welcomed Sweden's accession to NATO and expressed their desire to see Sweden integrated into the organization as soon as possible.
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  Vladimir Putin's Visit to North Korea Unlikely Before March Election 2024.01.29 Russian President Vladimir Putin's possible visit to North Korea is likely after the March presidential election. However, a visit to North Korea is not expected before the end of March. Putin is also scheduled to hold talks with the president of Belarus this week...
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  Navy UDT/SEALs Conduct Coastal Infiltration and Snow Mobility Drills in Freezing Temperatures 2024.01.29 The Navy's Special Warfare Squadron is training off the east coast of Gangwon Province to strengthen its special operations capabilities and prepare for North Korea's provocations through cold weather drills.
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  Elon Musk Drops to Second Wealthiest Person as Tesla's Stock Falls Sharply 2024.01.29 Elon Musk has been dethroned by LVMH's Bernard Arnault as the world's richest man after Tesla's stock plunged. Arnault is now the world's most powerful person, while Musk is second. This is due to Tesla's bad news and LVMH's positive outlook...
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  Tesla Faces Uncertain Future: Could it Lose its Place Among Tech Giants? 2024.01.27 [text] Tesla's fourth-quarter earnings in the U.S. were below expectations, and the outlook for the year is not good. As a result, Tesla may drop out of the 'Magnificent Seven'. Tesla's growth has been slowing due to slowing demand for electric vehicles and competition from Chinese EV makers...
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  Unification Ministry Reports Increasing Disparities Between Pyongyang and Provinces 2024.01.26 The Ministry of Unification emphasizes North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's "20×10 policy for the development of the provinces" as a reason for the seriousness of the gap between Pyongyang and the provinces. As the gap widens due to North Korea's lack of resources and sanctions, the authorities believe that drastic measures are necessary...
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  Biden Falls Behind Trump Mentioning 'Samsung's Successful Salary 2024.01.26 President Biden touts economic achievements with Samsung. Emphasizes job creation, boosting semiconductor production and U.S. investment. Condemns former President Trump and emphasizes economic growth. Trailing by 6 percentage points in head-to-head matchup.
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  Samsung Electronics Breaks Pre-Sale Record with the World's First AI Phone 2024.01.26 Samsung Electronics' Galaxy S24 series has set a new record for the most units sold in pre-sales in Korea, with 1.21 million units sold. The Galaxy S24 Ultra was the most popular, accounting for about 60% of sales, while Titanium Black and Marble Gray were the most popular colors...
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  North Korea provocatively launches a surprise cruise missile, possibly a nuclear-loaded 'strategic cruise missile'. 2024.01.25 North Korea has launched a strategic cruise missile in the East Sea. It is believed to be capable of carrying a tactical nuclear weapon, and is likely a move to maximize security threats ahead of parliamentary elections. North Korea's armed provocations continue, and there are growing concerns about further provocations aimed at the general election...
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  China Claims Bibimbap and Pasta as Their National Dishes 2024.01.25 Chinese portal site 'Baidu' claims that Italian pasta originated in China and introduces Korean traditional food as Chinese culture. This shows that China's 'cultural process' is becoming serious. Previously, China claimed kimchi as Chinese culture...
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  Fake Joe Biden AI Robocall Urges New Hampshire Voters Not to Vote 2024.01.24 A large number of fake calls impersonating President Joe Biden are being sent out in New Hampshire, a Democratic presidential primary state. The fake calls are encouraging people not to vote and are targeting New Hampshire residents...
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  Jack Ma's Bullish Move: Alibaba Founder Boosts Stake in Company 2024.01.24 Alibaba's founder and chairman are increasing their stake in the company, sending a positive signal to the Chinese stock market. Alibaba's stock is rising, and other Chinese companies are announcing share buyback plans to boost their stock prices...
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  NVIDIA's CEO Jensen Huang Goes All-In on China and Taiwan 2024.01.24 Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is accelerating his Greater China expansion with a trip to Taiwan and China. In Taiwan, Jensen Huang was down-to-earth, enjoying oyster omelets with locals, and is expected to strengthen cooperation with TSMC...
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  Chinese Youth Unemployment Drops, But Is It for Real? 2024.01.24 China's youth unemployment rate has fallen, but going to graduate school is still popular. Young people tend to choose graduate school due to employment difficulties, and only 8% of college graduates study abroad...
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  Kim Jong Un Welcomes Putin: Russia-North Korea Summit in Sight 2024.01.23 A visit between North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Putin is being coordinated and will be made public once the schedule is finalized. This follows Putin's acceptance of Kim's request to visit the country last year. The meeting is expected to materialize soon...
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  North Korea's Shocking Punishment: 12-Year Sentence for Watching South Korean Series 2024.01.23 A North Korean teenager has been sentenced to 12 years in labor for watching a South Korean drama. North Korea's hardline indoctrination system means that minors who break the law are treated to prison rather than labor camps. North Korea sees the spread of K-content in its country as a danger.
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  Hyundai Urges U.S. Government for More Time on Chinese Minerals in Electric Vehicles 2024.01.23 Hyundai Motor Group has asked the U.S. government to include key minerals for electric vehicle batteries sourced from China in its subsidy program. Hyundai suggested that China include graphite in the list of key minerals because it is difficult for other countries to replace it in the short term...