Stories from South Korea

Former Samsung executive Kim Yongchul is facing scrutiny over bribery allegations. He had previously received a presidential pardon. The pardon was granted in March, and he has now resumed his role as chairman. He is reportedly in his 80s and was accused by lawyer Kim Yong-chul of secret dealings. An investigation into KH Lee's finances has brought unwanted attention to Samsung and the Lee family. Explosive claims revealed billions of dollars hidden in Samsung's stock accounts. Lee had inherited money from his father. A lawsuit has been filed against Samsung Chairman K.H. Lee secretly acquired shares in key Samsung companies after their father's passing. The inheritance includes shares in Samsung Electronics. Samsung is accused of slavishly copying the design of Apple's iPhone and iPad in its Galaxy range of mobile phones and tablets.

Gyeongbuk Province has been selected for a 'Semiconductor Chamber Material, Component Manufacturing and Verification Testbed Construction' project.

This ruling applies to victims of the Yeosu-Suncheon Rebellion and the Bodo League massacre.

The individual produced and modified various firearms illegally. The sentencing follows an investigation into illegal weapons manufacturing.

Fire authorities responded to multiple reports of a strong odor in the Gyesan-dong area of Incheon late at night.

South Korea's Ministry of Science and ICT, Ministry of Education, and the National Intelligence Service are collaborating to foster a safe AI usage environment. A discussion is underway in South Korea regarding the necessity of designing an economic strategy that spans the next century. The trending topic said long-term economic strategy. A discussion on Zhihu suggests that the South Korean economy requires a century-long strategic plan. A GDELT event indicates a discussion about the South Korean economy, suggesting a need for long-term planning. The launch is planned for 02:11:00 UTC, with a secondary NET (No Earlier Than) time of 05:00:00 UTC. South Korea's National Police Agency and the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family are establishing a joint response system to prevent recurrence of relationship crimes.

KB Financial Group has been selected as an outstanding company for its response to climate change for the ninth consecutive year.

The Korean Ministry of Education is operating 1141 schools focused on AI education, with plans to expand AI classes up to double their current capacity.

South Korea has launched a technical advisory group for AI governance.

A US missile defense system will not be relocated from its current position in South Korea. This decision impacts regional security dynamics and relations between North Korea, South Korea, and the United States.