Stories from Seoul · South Korea

Several Asian countries, particularly Japan, the Philippines, and South Korea, may seek to expand their military capabilities. This potential expansion is being discussed in the context of regional security.

In South Korea, patients with heart disease have been randomized for a trial. The trial aims to study the effects of different treatment approaches.

While South Korea has guidelines for LDL cholesterol, there is a stated lack of randomized controlled trials to justify the chosen numbers. Health experts are questioning the current recommendations.

WIRobotics has secured 95 billion won in Series B funding. The investment will accelerate the commercialization of its humanoid robot, ALLEX. The company specializes in wearable walking-assistance robots.

Samsung Electronics has reportedly begun winding down chip production six days before a planned 18-day strike. The company has entered 'emergency management mode,' with daily losses potentially reaching $2 billion.

Seoul will be illuminated with colorful lanterns this weekend for Buddha's Birthday on May 24.

Song Shi-hyun has released a song commemorating the May 18th Uprising, aiming to pass on the passion and sense of justice from that day to future generations.

A Chinese hacker suspect has been extradited to South Korea for a $32 million theft targeting BTS member Jungkook and others. The extradition follows an investigation into the cybercrime.

A fire at a factory in South Korea has resulted in damage. The incident occurred on May 16th.

China and South Korea have agreed to expand their cooperation in the fields of climate change and artificial intelligence. South Korea's Minister of Science and ICT, Lee Jong-ho, announced plans to expand cooperation with China in climate and AI initiatives.