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Wed, January 27, 2021 | 05:25

Controversy rising over government's 'double-standards'

Controversy rising over government's 'double-standards'

A controversy is rising over whether the government's preventive and quarantine measures to contain any further spread of the COVID-19 pandemic are being applied impartially to everyone. Some figures in the ruling bloc have recently been criticized for inappropriate behavior that is not in line with government guidelines.

Jung Da-min | 2020-12-28 09:34

No public diplomatic events for Kim Jong-un in 2020

No public diplomatic events for Kim Jong-un in 2020

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un was involved in 53 public activities this year, the lowest since he took power in 2012 following the death of his father Kim Jong-il.

Do Je-hae | 2020-12-27 17:03

Call for impeachment of top prosecutor faces backlash

Call for impeachment of top prosecutor faces backlash

Rep. Kim Du-kwan of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) has run into criticism from the opposition bloc and even members of his own party after calling on them to begin impeachment proceedings against Prosecutor-General Yoon Seok-youl.

Kang Seung-woo | 2020-12-27 16:34

'Aftermath of COVID-19 to linger over Korean economy next year'

'Aftermath of COVID-19 to linger over Korean economy next year'

Park Yong-maan, chairman of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), says although the Korean economy is expected to see a short-term recovery from COVID-19 next year, the government needs to be well prepared for the aftermath of the unprecedented crisis that will follow and the effects it will have on the local economy.

Kim Hyun-bin | 2020-12-27 16:27

COVID-19 deepens economic polarization in Korea

COVID-19 affects every aspect of life in 2020

COVID-19 affects every aspect of life in 2020

The COVID-19 has dominated daily life throughout most of 2020, forcing people to adjust to a new normal in which many adults work from home, children spend their school days in online classes, clubs and other crowded places are frequently shut down, restaurants close early and so on. The fear of the pandemic, however, did not stop voters from casting their ballots in the Apri...

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-12-26 09:50

Yoon's return may accelerate Moon's lame-duck presidency

Yoon's return may accelerate Moon's lame-duck presidency

Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl resuming his work following a court decision Thursday to grant him an injunction against the justice ministry's move to suspend him from duty is being viewed as a victory over Justice Minister Choo Mi-ae, with whom the former has had a nearly year-long power struggle. Furthermore, it is a win over President Moon Jae-in, who approved the disci...

Yi Whan-woo | 2020-12-25 16:48

Public disapproval rating of Moon soars to record high 59.1 percent

Moon apologizes for 'confusion' over disciplinary action against top prosecutor

Moon apologizes for 'confusion' over disciplinary action against top prosecutor

President Moon Jae-in apologized to the nation Friday for causing "inconvenience and confusion" over the top prosecutor's suspension and subsequent reinstatement by a court. Moon said he "respects" the court's decision Thursday to return Prosecutor General Yoon Seok-youl to his post, presidential spokesman Kang Min-seok said in a statement.

2020-12-25 15:30

Confirmation hearing of gender minister nominee

Confirmation hearing of gender minister nominee

Gender Equality and Family Minister nominee Chung Young-ai speaks during a confirmation hearing at the National Assembly, Thursday. She pointed out many ruling bloc figures are responsible for sexually discriminative remarks and behaviors. / Yonhap

2020-12-24 17:11

Public disapproval rating of Moon soars to record high 59.1 percent

Public disapproval rating of Moon soars to record high 59.1 percent

President Moon Jae-in saw his public disapproval rating rise further to hit a record high 59.1 percent this week, an opinion poll showed Thursday. In the Realmeter survey conducted on 1,505 voters nationwide for three days through Wednesday, 37.4 percent of the respondents gave a positive assessment of his presidency, down 2.1 percentage points from the previous figure last w...

2020-12-24 14:25

Yoon's return may accelerate Moon's lame-duck presidency

South Korea emerges as Asia's news hub

South Korea emerges as Asia's news hub

The Washington Post has decided to build its new breaking-news hub in Seoul, creating digital-focused stories occurring in Asia next year as part of its strategic efforts to become a global media company amid the ongoing trade and political dispute between China and the United States.

Park Ji-won | 2020-12-23 17:10

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