Stories from South Korea

Former lawmaker Han Jin-gyu and former MBC announcer Lee Seong-bae have been confirmed as candidates. They will face candidate Choo Mi-hee of the Democratic Party. Choo Mi-hee shared a photo of a former lawmaker's office on social media to express her resolve.

Jung Myung-seok was moved to a medical cell in July of last year after previous scrutiny regarding his housing conditions. According to information confirmed by a National Assembly office, he was moved back to a medical cell recently as public interest declined.

A leader of the Myeongdong Evangelism Team allegedly embezzled 210 million won intended for victims of JMS founder Jung Myung-seok. The broadcaster noted that Jung had remained focused on his main business during his period of detention. The report also referenced past allegations, including the 2003 sexual assault of 20-year-old twins in Hong Kong. A 20-year-old twin sister was reportedly sexually assaulted. He is accused of sexually assaulting twin sisters aged 20. The case is currently being processed in Seoul. The individual faces two counts of sexual assault. A leader of the JMS organization has been taken into police custody. A judge identified as Lyu from the Lvliang Intermediate People's Court allegedly molested a woman during a case inquiry in his office.

A bronze lamp from the Western Han Dynasty, estimated to have been manufactured around 151 BCE, has been identified as one of Korea's 195 cultural heritage sites. The artifact, known as the Jangseonggongdeung, was excavated in 1968 and is currently housed in the Haean Museum. The lamp features a hollow interior and gold-inlaid patterns shaped like a female figure's torso.

The Ministry of Justice has introduced new monthly statistics tracking the inflow and outflow of foreign nationals. The Ministry of Justice will release the new statistics at both central and local government levels to track long-term resident scales.

A pregnant woman in her 29th week of gestation was transported from Cheongju, Chungbuk, to Busan after experiencing fetal distress. The 119 emergency call was received from a local obstetrics and gynecology clinic around 11 PM two nights ago.

The great shearwater albatross has been recognized by Guinness World Records for completing the longest non-stop flight. The bird's journey began on the same day as the start of the great shearwater's long expedition.

Prosecutors in South Korea have cleared Samsung executive K.H. Lee of bribery and embezzlement charges related to the X-Files case. Findings announced in December 2005 showed insufficient evidence to convict any Samsung executives, politicians, or prosecutors.

Journalists have uncovered archival evidence suggesting plans to provide gifts to South Korean elites, including prosecutors and politicians. The investigation involves audio recordings where men appear to discuss providing millions of dollars to the press.

Hundreds of young people gathered at a park in Seoul, South Korea, for the city government's third annual spring event known as a power nap contest. The event comes amid data indicating South Korea is one of the most overworked and sleep-deprived nations. The contest was staged by the city government. The event is organized by the local government to highlight the country's chronic sleep struggles. Officials measure participants' heart rates during the competition. Seoul is hosting its third annual sleeping competition on Saturday. Participants were required to wear costumes with a 'sleep' theme to attend the event. The competition was reported by Vietnam News.