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South Korean Union Members Threaten Strike Over Profits
Labor union members at South Korea's Samsung Electronics have threatened to strike over profits. The workers are demanding a share of the company's business profits.
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Samsung Distributes $26.6 Billion in AI Bonuses
Samsung plans to distribute up to $26.6 billion to its staff.
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Samsung Sales Staff Accused of Fraud Against Elderly
Samsung Electronics sales staff in South Korea are accused of fraud for selling over 18 million won in home appliances and 11 million won in funeral services to a single elderly person living alone.
Chuncheon Police Improve Lost Item Returns With QR Codes
The Chuncheon Police in Gangwon Province have announced a improvement in their lost item return system, starting next month.
Seoul Subway Faces Heat Over Air Conditioning Complaints
Approximately 80% of civil complaints regarding Seoul's subway system concern heating and cooling issues.
Seoul Grand Park Rose Festival to Open
Seoul Grand Park will host its annual Rose Festival from May 30 to June 7.
Police Deny Kim Soo-hyun Dated Minor
Korean police have denied claims that actor Kim Soo-hyun dated actress Kim Sae-ron when she was a minor.
AI Rule Delays and New Government Task Force
GDELT reports that AB is delaying high-risk AI system rules. Additionally, a new AI government technology advisory group has been launched, aiming to strengthen public-private cooperation.
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K-Pop Group NiziU Member Rima Featured in Performance Video
A performance video featuring Rima, a member of the K-Pop group NiziU, has been released.
Mother Charged in Infant's Death by Remote Control
The incident resulted in the infant's death.