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Sat, December 9, 2023 | 03:21

[INTERVIEW] 'Lifeline for migrant workers in Korea' ? Rev. Kim fights for foreign employees' rights

INTERVIEW'Lifeline for migrant workers in Korea' ? Rev. Kim fights for foreign employees' rights

POCHEON, Gyeonggi Province — 'You see, that kind of corrupt behavior is not tolerated in Korea. But migrant workers who aren't familiar with the Korean language can easily get intimidated. That's why if you befriend Pocheon Migrant Workers Center, you won't be cheated. Ahmed, I assure you your boss won't be able to sue you,' Rev. Kim Dal-sung, head of the Pocheon Migran...

2023-12-03 08:10

Rights activists criticize wage discrimination against migrant boat crews

Rights activists criticize wage discrimination against migrant boat crews

A migrant workers' union and civic activists lambasted the Seoul High Court’s ruling, Friday, in favor of local companies underpaying foreign workers on commercial sea vessels. Describing the latest ruling as 'racist,' the union urged the Supreme Court to overrule the decision as Korea grows increasingly dependent on foreign laborers.

2023-12-01 18:29

Finding right job still a tough mission for N. Korean defectors in S. Korea

Finding right job still a tough mission for N. Korean defectors in S. Korea

For many North Korean defectors in South Korea, arriving here in one piece is one thing, but finding a job to support themselves in the capitalist society is another mission.

2023-12-01 17:10

Seoul Grand Park receives 3 red pandas from Japan, Canada

Seoul Grand Park receives 3 red pandas from Japan, Canada

Seoul Grand Park said Friday it has brought in three red pandas, an internationally endangered species, from abroad and plans to disclose them to the public in March after quarantine and environmental adaptation procedures.

2023-12-01 15:51

Disability rights group to temporarily halt subway protests to demand budget increase

Disability rights group to temporarily halt subway protests to demand budget increase

A disability rights advocacy group said Friday it will temporarily halt subway protests until an increased budget on expanding mobility rights of the disabled is reflected in next year's budget.

2023-12-01 15:04

Late Ven. Jaseung's additional notes on last will found at his residence

Late Ven. Jaseung's additional notes on last will found at his residence

Additional notes of the will from the late Ven. Jaseung have been found at his residence, the country's largest Buddhist sect, the Jogye Order, said Friday.

2023-12-01 13:15

Death of Jogye Order heavyweight Ven. Jaseung shocks Buddhist world

Dog meat traders up in arms over gov't plan to end dog meat consumption

Dog meat traders up in arms over gov't plan to end dog meat consumption

Hundreds of Korean dog meat farmers and traders from across the country gathered near the presidential office, Thursday, to make frantic last-ditch efforts against the government's plan to shut down their 'cruel industry.'

2023-11-30 16:58

Debate heats up on earthquake emergency alert system

Debate heats up on earthquake emergency alert system

In the early hours of Thursday, a 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck the southeastern city of Gyeongju in North Gyeongsang Province, triggering a blaring emergency alert from cell phones, which drew complaints from people who expressed frustration at being abruptly awoken at dawn by the disconcerting sound.

2023-11-30 16:47

4.0 magnitude quake hits southeastern city of Gyeongju

Seoul to nurture 5 sectors to boost creative industry competitive

Seoul to nurture 5 sectors to boost creative industry competitive

Seoul designated extended reality (XR), video, media, webtoons, and games and esports as five key sectors, Wednesday, to boost its competitiveness in creative industries.

2023-11-29 18:01

Regulator shelves decision on education foundation's bid to become top shareholder of Yonhap News TV

Regulator shelves decision on education foundation's bid to become top shareholder of Yonhap News TV

The broadcasting regulator on Wednesday shelved a decision on whether to allow an education foundation to become the largest shareholder of a 24-hour news cable channel affiliated with Yonhap News Agency.

2023-11-29 17:15

Civic group to file complaint against Eulji Education Foundation

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