Stories from South Korea

North Korea's amended law said its sovereignty and defines its territory, including maritime and airspace, bordering South Korea. North Korea has amended its law, with experts suggesting it aims to portray the nation as normal and independent.

There is a strong sentiment on the ground in Ulsan that citizens are tired of the current political situation and are looking for a new direction. Candidate Kim Sang-woo, despite his youth, is seen as having a smart vision for the city.

Belgian designer Benjamin Fortzmans claimed on social media that Blackpink member Jisoo has not returned clothing sent for an album cover shoot. Fortzmans stated that the items were sent to South Korea approximately six months ago for the shoot.

South Korea has revised its constitution to define the nation as a separate state and remove all references to reunification with the North. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical fuel transport route, is experiencing almost complete cessation of traffic, according to a report by S&P Global Energy. Oil prices are expected to remain high at least until the US midterm elections. Iran's Foreign Ministry stated that the United States deployed warships in the Gulf of Oman under the guise of freedom of navigation to escort vessels and open the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran views as an attempt to create tension. China has called for free movement in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian called for the withdrawal of US military threats from the Middle East during a call with Iraq's president. Pezeshkian stated on X that Iran does not intend to fire on the US.

The K-pop group EPI has celebrated its first anniversary. They recently released their third mini-album, titled S.E.P. During preparations for the album, the members found the waiting period to showcase the visuals particularly challenging.

The South Korean government has launched a meticulous investigation to determine the exact cause of the fire on the HMM vessel Namwoo. Iranian state media IRNA reported the investigation is underway following reports of a potential attack. The incident occurred at sea.

An explosion occurred in the engine room of the Namwoo, a small-to-medium sized bulk carrier owned by HMM, causing a loss of power. The vessel is currently unable to navigate.

An adult broadcast studio, referred to as a 'room salon,' has moved into a building approximately 100 meters from an elementary school in Gangnam, Seoul. Local parents have filed numerous complaints regarding the studio's proximity to the school.

Kim Keon-hee has been sentenced to four years in prison for violating financial market law, political funding law, and specific crime aggravated punishment law. Additionally, 21 million Korean won was ordered to be recovered.

A man in his 50s attempted suicide at the Daejeon Police Agency around 10:50 AM. The individual was transported to a hospital after consuming ten sleeping pills and insecticide, according to the source.