The BTS Effect: HYBE Capital Breaks $4.2 Billion, Set to Join Major Corporate GroupHYBE, the powerhouse behind BTS’s global ascent, is poised to ascend to conglomerate status within the Korean entertainment sphere, boasting assets surpassing 5 trillion won ($4.2 billion). Since its public debut in October 2020, HYBE has embarked on a relentless acquisition spree, both domestically and internationally, diversifying its portfolio and exponentially expanding its scale. The […]
Business Class to Disappointment: Passenger's Experience on Korean Air FlightRecently, a passenger who flew business class on Korean Air claimed he was treated differently from other passengers, sparking a debate in online communities. According to a post on the online community Diesel Mania, a man in his 30s purchased a business class seat worth 2.3 million won for a comfortable journey on Korean Air […]
Australian Boy Finds $11,400 Sapphire in BackyardA 7-Year-Old Boy Discovers a Sapphire GemstoneWorth Approximately $5,700 to $11,400His Parents Operate a Gemstone Business Here’s the astonishing story of a 7-year-old boy who found a sapphire gemstone near his home. According to the online media outlet Sanook, on March 31, a website reported that an Australian boy discovered a sapphire. According to the […]
USTR Takes Aim at Korea's High Network Usage FeesThe U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) claimed that mentioning network usage fees benefits Korean competitorsTwitch withdrew because of the network usage fees South Korea’s network usage fees are criticized for being particularly high compared to other countries. The US has raised concerns, calling it anti-competitive. The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) recently published a National […]
Forbes Designates Daughters of Late Nexon Founder as World's Youngest BillionairesOn the 8th of last month, Forbes, the American economic specialist media, announced its list of the “2024 World’s Youngest Billionaires.” The press reported that all 25 of the youngest billionaires selected this time are under 33. Rare news emerged with the inclusion of a pair of Korean sisters. The owners of this title are […]
Painting Her Way to Success: Woman Leaves Accounting for ConstructionLast month, a video uploaded to YouTube caught people’s attention. It was about a woman who left her successful career as an accountant to work as a painter. On the 21st, a video titled After graduating from a prestigious university, she quit her respected job as an accountant to paint at construction sites daily was […]
Xi Jinping's Strategic Congratulations to Putin: Reasons Were Clearly CalculatedChinese President Xi Jinping Made a Congratulatory Phone Call to Putin upon His ReelectionPromising Outlook for Closer China-Russia RelationshipWhat Are Xi Jinping’s Intentions? With Vladimir Putin’s confirmation for a fifth term as Russia’s President, Western nations grew apprehensive. Amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, they were wary of Putin’s control over Russia. However, for Xi […]
China's Xi Jinping: 'Buy Chinese Stocks With Confidence'Xiaomi, a Chinese appliance manufacturer, has revealed the price of its first self-produced electric vehicle, sparking interest as related stocks show strength. On the 28th, Xiaomi officially launched its first self-produced electric vehicle, the SU7 series. The standard model is priced at approximately $29,900. The SU7, produced by Xiaomi, can travel up to 435 miles […]
World's Coolest Police Fleet Vehicles: From Muscle Cars to SupercarsThe go-to police fleet vehiclesA look at police cars around the worldVariety of models in use Fleet cars, typically used for business purposes, are often managed by corporations or institutions. Most car manufacturers use their company vehicles as their fleet cars, and public institutions are no exception. Each fleet car is designated for a specific […]
Soldiers Abandoned: Inside Look at the Harsh Reality Facing Military LeadersIn South Korea’s military structure, soldiers mean those holding ranks above lieutenant and below commander. They essentially command soldiers and oversee operations, intelligence, transportation, and other military specializations. While they are required to have high levels of education, character, and responsibility, they have traditionally been highly respected and admired in Korean society. However, the popularity […]
Man Searching Landfills for Lost Bitcoins Worth $2 BillionRecently, the Bitcoin rally, which has been breaking records daily, has been downward since the 6th. As of the 26th, Bitcoin has recovered to the $1 million range, indicating that expectations for Bitcoin are still ongoing. Amid Bitcoin’s expected continued strong performance, a man accidentally threw away a hard drive containing 7,500 coins. The main […]
South Korean Office Worker Traveled to Laos with $3,000, Becomes Top Player in Business SectorKOLAO Chairman Oh Sei Young of LVMC Holdings starts a used car business in Laos with $3,000Known as ‘Samsung of Laos’ In 1997, $3,000 was worth approximately 3.3 million Korean won. Recently, a former corporate employee who left for Laos with such a small amount of money to start a business has gained attention for […]
US Air Force Tests Hypersonic Weapon: A Game-Changer in Global DefenseThe U.S. Air Force successfully tested a hypersonic weaponChina and Russia had previously led in its developmentIt is also known that North Korea is in the process of developing it On the 17th, the U.S. Air Force succeeded in testing the Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW). A bomber carrying the weapon departed from Andersen Air […]
Why Gold Prices Are Skyrocketing After Fed's Latest AnnouncementThe value of gold has once again reached an all-time high following the announcement from the US Federal Reserve (Fed), stirring up conversation. According to the announcement made during the Federal Open Market Committee meeting on the 20th (local time), the Fed has kept the interest rate steady at an annual 5.25~5.50%. This marks the […]
Apple's Regulatory Maneuvering Backfires in Clash with 'This Company'Epic Games takes Apple to courtApple is under scrutiny for its regulations,particularly after capitulating to abandon its monopoly in Europe Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, has been in ongoing legal and conflictual situations with Apple over the iPhone’s payment system, among other issues. Epic Games has voiced criticism, including accusations that Apple is not […]
Daiso Sees an 85% Increase in Sales Thanks to Its Cosmetics SectionLaunches “consumption value” vegan beauty products Complies with Chinese offline platforms Amid rising inflation, Daiso’s cosmetics priced under $4 are gaining popularity daily. On the 18th, Daiso announced that the sales of its basic and color cosmetics lines increased by 85% compared to the previous year. Daiso, a uniform-price store that sells products priced under […]
Business Class Busts: When the Upgrade Isn't Worth It① Korean Air Prestige Class The business class in an aircraft typically features seats that can recline to a full 180 degrees. However, not all business-class seats are the same and come in various types. The seat classes of Korean Air are divided into economy class, prestige class, and first class. The Prestige Class, which […]
Saudi Arabia Robot's Sexual Harassment Incident Sparks Ethics DebateSaudi Robot’s Sexual HarassmentAI Technology, Controversial Ethics, SexualityAI Robots Beneficial to Humans A humanoid male robot in Saudi Arabia has sparked an ethics controversy after making physical contact with a woman. A technology event called DeepFest was held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. According to the related industry, the first humanoid male robot […]
A Massive Complex Worth $4.56 Billion to be Built at LEGOLAND in ChuncheonChuncheon “Bio·IT” Corporate Innovation ParkGenerating over $4.56 billion in economic effectsInvestment of about $683 million in project costs A corporate innovation park, valued at $4.56 billion and combining bio and IT, is set to be established in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, known for attractions such as Soyang River, Nami Island, and Legoland. On the 11th, the […]
Anti-Corruption Commission Considers Public Recruitment for Enforcement OfficersAnti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission Proposes Opening Up Enforcement Officer Positions to the PublicFormer Court and Prosecution Officials Are Given FavoritismAverage Annual Income Over $76,000 Enforcement officers, often called “red seizure stickers” due to the seizure tags they attach, may soon be open to the public. News about this potential change has been circulating. Recently, […]
The BTS Effect: HYBE Capital Breaks $4.2 Billion, Set to Join Major Corporate Group HYBE, the powerhouse behind BTS’s global ascent, is poised to ascend to conglomerate status within the Korean entertainment sphere, boasting assets surpassing 5 trillion won ($4.2 billion). Since its public debut in October 2020, HYBE has embarked on a relentless acquisition spree, both domestically and internationally, diversifying its portfolio and exponentially expanding its scale. The […]
Business Class to Disappointment: Passenger's Experience on Korean Air Flight Recently, a passenger who flew business class on Korean Air claimed he was treated differently from other passengers, sparking a debate in online communities. According to a post on the online community Diesel Mania, a man in his 30s purchased a business class seat worth 2.3 million won for a comfortable journey on Korean Air […]
Australian Boy Finds $11,400 Sapphire in Backyard A 7-Year-Old Boy Discovers a Sapphire GemstoneWorth Approximately $5,700 to $11,400His Parents Operate a Gemstone Business Here’s the astonishing story of a 7-year-old boy who found a sapphire gemstone near his home. According to the online media outlet Sanook, on March 31, a website reported that an Australian boy discovered a sapphire. According to the […]
USTR Takes Aim at Korea's High Network Usage Fees The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) claimed that mentioning network usage fees benefits Korean competitorsTwitch withdrew because of the network usage fees South Korea’s network usage fees are criticized for being particularly high compared to other countries. The US has raised concerns, calling it anti-competitive. The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) recently published a National […]
Forbes Designates Daughters of Late Nexon Founder as World's Youngest Billionaires On the 8th of last month, Forbes, the American economic specialist media, announced its list of the “2024 World’s Youngest Billionaires.” The press reported that all 25 of the youngest billionaires selected this time are under 33. Rare news emerged with the inclusion of a pair of Korean sisters. The owners of this title are […]
Painting Her Way to Success: Woman Leaves Accounting for Construction Last month, a video uploaded to YouTube caught people’s attention. It was about a woman who left her successful career as an accountant to work as a painter. On the 21st, a video titled After graduating from a prestigious university, she quit her respected job as an accountant to paint at construction sites daily was […]
Xi Jinping's Strategic Congratulations to Putin: Reasons Were Clearly Calculated Chinese President Xi Jinping Made a Congratulatory Phone Call to Putin upon His ReelectionPromising Outlook for Closer China-Russia RelationshipWhat Are Xi Jinping’s Intentions? With Vladimir Putin’s confirmation for a fifth term as Russia’s President, Western nations grew apprehensive. Amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, they were wary of Putin’s control over Russia. However, for Xi […]
China's Xi Jinping: 'Buy Chinese Stocks With Confidence' Xiaomi, a Chinese appliance manufacturer, has revealed the price of its first self-produced electric vehicle, sparking interest as related stocks show strength. On the 28th, Xiaomi officially launched its first self-produced electric vehicle, the SU7 series. The standard model is priced at approximately $29,900. The SU7, produced by Xiaomi, can travel up to 435 miles […]
World's Coolest Police Fleet Vehicles: From Muscle Cars to Supercars The go-to police fleet vehiclesA look at police cars around the worldVariety of models in use Fleet cars, typically used for business purposes, are often managed by corporations or institutions. Most car manufacturers use their company vehicles as their fleet cars, and public institutions are no exception. Each fleet car is designated for a specific […]
Soldiers Abandoned: Inside Look at the Harsh Reality Facing Military Leaders In South Korea’s military structure, soldiers mean those holding ranks above lieutenant and below commander. They essentially command soldiers and oversee operations, intelligence, transportation, and other military specializations. While they are required to have high levels of education, character, and responsibility, they have traditionally been highly respected and admired in Korean society. However, the popularity […]
Man Searching Landfills for Lost Bitcoins Worth $2 Billion Recently, the Bitcoin rally, which has been breaking records daily, has been downward since the 6th. As of the 26th, Bitcoin has recovered to the $1 million range, indicating that expectations for Bitcoin are still ongoing. Amid Bitcoin’s expected continued strong performance, a man accidentally threw away a hard drive containing 7,500 coins. The main […]
South Korean Office Worker Traveled to Laos with $3,000, Becomes Top Player in Business Sector KOLAO Chairman Oh Sei Young of LVMC Holdings starts a used car business in Laos with $3,000Known as ‘Samsung of Laos’ In 1997, $3,000 was worth approximately 3.3 million Korean won. Recently, a former corporate employee who left for Laos with such a small amount of money to start a business has gained attention for […]
US Air Force Tests Hypersonic Weapon: A Game-Changer in Global Defense The U.S. Air Force successfully tested a hypersonic weaponChina and Russia had previously led in its developmentIt is also known that North Korea is in the process of developing it On the 17th, the U.S. Air Force succeeded in testing the Air-launched Rapid Response Weapon (ARRW). A bomber carrying the weapon departed from Andersen Air […]
Why Gold Prices Are Skyrocketing After Fed's Latest Announcement The value of gold has once again reached an all-time high following the announcement from the US Federal Reserve (Fed), stirring up conversation. According to the announcement made during the Federal Open Market Committee meeting on the 20th (local time), the Fed has kept the interest rate steady at an annual 5.25~5.50%. This marks the […]
Apple's Regulatory Maneuvering Backfires in Clash with 'This Company' Epic Games takes Apple to courtApple is under scrutiny for its regulations,particularly after capitulating to abandon its monopoly in Europe Epic Games, the creator of Fortnite, has been in ongoing legal and conflictual situations with Apple over the iPhone’s payment system, among other issues. Epic Games has voiced criticism, including accusations that Apple is not […]
Daiso Sees an 85% Increase in Sales Thanks to Its Cosmetics Section Launches “consumption value” vegan beauty products Complies with Chinese offline platforms Amid rising inflation, Daiso’s cosmetics priced under $4 are gaining popularity daily. On the 18th, Daiso announced that the sales of its basic and color cosmetics lines increased by 85% compared to the previous year. Daiso, a uniform-price store that sells products priced under […]
Business Class Busts: When the Upgrade Isn't Worth It ① Korean Air Prestige Class The business class in an aircraft typically features seats that can recline to a full 180 degrees. However, not all business-class seats are the same and come in various types. The seat classes of Korean Air are divided into economy class, prestige class, and first class. The Prestige Class, which […]
Saudi Arabia Robot's Sexual Harassment Incident Sparks Ethics Debate Saudi Robot’s Sexual HarassmentAI Technology, Controversial Ethics, SexualityAI Robots Beneficial to Humans A humanoid male robot in Saudi Arabia has sparked an ethics controversy after making physical contact with a woman. A technology event called DeepFest was held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. According to the related industry, the first humanoid male robot […]
A Massive Complex Worth $4.56 Billion to be Built at LEGOLAND in Chuncheon Chuncheon “Bio·IT” Corporate Innovation ParkGenerating over $4.56 billion in economic effectsInvestment of about $683 million in project costs A corporate innovation park, valued at $4.56 billion and combining bio and IT, is set to be established in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, known for attractions such as Soyang River, Nami Island, and Legoland. On the 11th, the […]
Anti-Corruption Commission Considers Public Recruitment for Enforcement Officers Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commission Proposes Opening Up Enforcement Officer Positions to the PublicFormer Court and Prosecution Officials Are Given FavoritismAverage Annual Income Over $76,000 Enforcement officers, often called “red seizure stickers” due to the seizure tags they attach, may soon be open to the public. News about this potential change has been circulating. Recently, […]
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