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Jung Da-hyun is a reporter at The Korea Times, covering social issues in Korea, including foreign residents, education, environment and politics. Driven by a deep interest in people’s stories, she focuses on investigative and feature reporting through direct interviews and field coverage. She received the Amnesty International Korea Media Award for her “Deepfake Crisis at Schools” series. Reach her at dahyun08@koreatimes.co.kr. Always open to hearing your stories.

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PPP hopefuls urge ousted president to leave party amid 'Yoon again' bloc talks

Calls are growing within the People Power Party (PPP) for former President Yoon Suk Yeol to leave the party, with several presidential hopefuls openly urging him to step aside amid speculation over the formation of a pro-Yoon political group. The controversy escalated after Yoon’s legal team briefly advocated for creating a new political bloc called "Yoon Again," only to suddenly put the plan on hold. The move came as Yoon continued to denounce the Constitutional Court’s impeachment ruling and issued a string of messages aimed at his supporters. Five of Yoon’s defense lawyers signaled plans to launch a new political party under the slogan "Yoon again," popularized by supporters calling for his return to power after impeachment. The phrase has gained momentum since Yoon was removed from office by a Constitutional Court ruling on April 4. Bae Eui-chul, one of Yoon’s attorneys, initially revealed plans for a press conference on Friday to formally introduce the party. However, just a few hours later, he unexpectedly postponed the event, citing the need to reassess the timing. Bae said

Apr 18, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
PPP hopefuls urge ousted president to leave party amid 'Yoon again' bloc talks
Society

Disabled children face higher risk of homicide: data

Disabled children in Korea are increasingly falling victim to violence, data showed Friday. Murder and other forms of intentional harm have emerged as the sixth leading cause of death for this vulnerable group, raising alarm over their safety and protection. Prosecutors sought an eight-year prison sentence on Wednesday for a woman accused of killing her elementary school-aged son, who had an intellectual disability. The woman had been raising her child alone after a divorce. In November last year, she murdered her son in a parked car on a rural road in Gimje, North Jeolla Province. She turned herself in immediately after killing her child, saying, "Life was too hard. I wanted to send my son first and then follow him." As such tragedies continue, data shows that children disabled children are significantly more likely to die from murder than their nondisabled peers. According to data from the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the National Rehabilitation Center, 6.1 out of every 100,000 disabled children aged 0 to 9 died due to intentional harm, including murder, in 2022 — making it the

Apr 18, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Disabled children face higher risk of homicide: data
Society

Korea University defends tuition hike, vows more support for int'l students

Korea University is advocating for stronger support for international students and expanded global outreach while justifying its tuition hike as inevitable. The number of international students at the university is surging, drawing attention to the school’s support efforts for them. During a press conference Monday marking its 120th anniversary, Korea University said that the number of international students admitted to degree programs has surged by 87 percent compared to last year. Graduate student enrollment alone increased from 379 to 1,359, while the number of short-term international students, including those in exchange and visiting programs, also grew by an average of 10 percent. With their numbers growing, the university raised its tuition for international students by 9 percent. Tuition for international students tends to rise at a higher rate, as it is not subject to a legal cap. Calling the increase unavoidable, Korea University President Kim Dong-one stressed the school remains committed to strengthening support for international students and expanding its global engagement.

Apr 14, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Korea University defends tuition hike, vows more support for int'l students
Society

What’s next for gender ministry after Yoon’s ouster?

With the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who had pledged to abolish the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family, attention is shifting to the future of the ministry’s role and scope. With the snap presidential election approaching, the ministry is expected to undergo significant changes if a new administration takes office. Yoon's push to abolish the gender ministry was clearly reflected in the prolonged vacancy of its ministerial post. Following intense criticism over the mishandling of the 25th World Scout Jamboree in 2023, then-Minister Kim Hyun-sook resigned. Yoon did not name a replacement and Vice Minister Shin Young-sook has served as acting minister since Kim's departure. Many opposed the ministry's abolition and called on the government to end the prolonged leadership vacuum by appointing a new minister. Korean Women’s Associations United issued a statement on April 4, following the Constitutional Court’s ruling to impeach Yoon, arguing that the former president consistently neglected women’s rights and gender equality during his term. They also urged the nex

Apr 13, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
What’s next for gender ministry after Yoon’s ouster?
Law & Crime

AI, deepfake technology fuel surge in digital sex crimes in Korea

The number of digital sex crime victims in Korea exceeded 10,000 for the first time last year, as the methods of abuse became increasingly varied, driven by the growing accessibility of advanced technologies like artificial intelligence (AI). In response to the evolving nature of these crimes, the government has pledged to enhance international cooperation and implement new measures specifically designed to address technology-driven offenses. The number of digital sex crime victims who received assistance from the Digital Sex Crime Victim Support Center rose to 10,305 in 2024, a 14.7 percent increase from the previous year, the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family said Thursday. Given the difficulty in accurately estimating unreported cases, the ministry acknowledged that the actual scale of digital sex crimes occurring online is likely much greater than the reported figures. Teenagers and people in their 20s accounted for 78.7 percent of reported victims, highlighting the heightened vulnerability of age groups most active on social media and anonymous digital platforms. Reports of deep

Apr 10, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
AI, deepfake technology fuel surge in digital sex crimes in Korea
  • Gov't to conduct undercover investigations, block exploitative videos to combat deepfake crimes
Politics

Why do conservative protesters wave American flags?

When Korea was grappling with political turmoil following former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s abrupt declaration of martial law and subsequent impeachment, a familiar scene unfolded on the streets — conservative demonstrators waving American flags alongside Korea’s national flag of Taegeukgi. This became a symbolic fixture at right-wing rallies, intended to reflect deep-rooted ideological and historical ties between Korea’s conservative factions and the United States. For these groups, the U.S. is more than an ally. It represents a symbolic guardian of the liberal democratic system they believe is now under threat. “We don’t see the current political crisis as a typical clash between conservatives and progressives,” said Kim Jin-il, former youth spokesperson for the conservative People Power Party’s South Gyeongsang Provincial Chapter. “This is a full-scale war of systems.” Within this framework, the concept of "anti-state forces" has expanded to include not only North Korea but also China, reflecting a heightened sense of ideological threat. “The American flag symboliz

Apr 9, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Why do conservative protesters wave American flags?
Society

3 districts in Seoul to offer after-school programs for multicultural students

Starting in May, a new after-school program designed for students in need of extra support, including those from multicultural backgrounds, will be launched in Seoul’s southern districts. This initiative will expand upon an existing one called Neulbom School. The Seoul Nambu District Office of Education announced on Tuesday that it will launch a tailored after-school program in Yeongdeungpo, Geumcheon and Guro districts — areas with the highest concentration of multicultural students in Seoul. According to the office, 29 percent of the students in these districts come from multicultural backgrounds. The original Neulbom afterschool program was introduced as part of a nationwide government initiative to combat the country’s low birthrate by easing the child care burden on working parents. Building on this model, the education office is launching a more specialized program to meet the evolving needs of its student population. While the existing Neulbom School model offers the same standardized programs to a mixed group of around 20 students with varying backgrounds, the new initiativ

Apr 8, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
3 districts in Seoul to offer after-school programs for multicultural students
Politics

Impeached president’s treason trial to start next week

The first criminal investigation into former President Yoon Suk Yeol on treason charges is set to begin next week, following the Constitutional Court’s impeachment decision on Friday. Although constitutional and criminal trials are fundamentally different, the Constitutional Court’s ruling is likely to influence the criminal proceedings, as it acknowledged key facts — such as the declaration of martial law being unconstitutional and unlawful — which are central to the treason charge. The Seoul Central District Court scheduled the first trial date for April 14, during which witness examinations are expected to begin. Prosecutors have requested Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok, as well as Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, to appear as witnesses, although it remains unclear whether they will attend. Yoon is required to attend the first hearing, as defendants are obligated to be present at trial hearings, unlike pretrial sessions. Additional hearings are expected on April 21, 28 and May 1. The central issue in the upcoming criminal trial is whether Yoon's declarat

Apr 7, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Impeached president’s treason trial to start next week
  • Without presidential status, Yoon faces simultaneous criminal investigations
  • How will impeachment affect Yoon's upcoming criminal trial?
Society

Future of impeached president's major reforms now uncertain

With President Yoon Suk Yeol now impeached, the future of key policies pursued by his administration is now uncertain. While pension reform is expected to move forward, medical reform, particularly the controversial plan to increase the medical school admissions quota, appears to be facing a significant setback. As the country prepares for an early presidential election following Yoon’s impeachment ruling, a change in leadership is expected to stall many of the government’s ongoing administrative efforts. Among the most affected are the four major reform initiatives Yoon had championed as "urgent and critical," including medical and pension reforms. Medical reform, which has faced strong opposition from health-care professionals for over a year, now risks being pushed back to square one. In response to the Constitutional Court’s ruling on Yoon’s impeachment, medical groups expressed hope for a reset in the government’s approach and called for an immediate halt to current reform measures. The Korea Medical Association (KMA) and the Korean Intern Resident Association (KIRA) each is

Apr 4, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
Future of impeached president's major reforms now uncertain
Politics

What comes next for impeached president?

Impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol is expected to face a series of criminal investigations, including potential treason charges, following his immediate removal from office. With the Constitutional Court's ruling Friday, Yoon has been stripped of all presidential privileges. The court’s ruling came 111 days after Yoon was suspended for declaring martial law on Dec. 3 — a move that sparked nationwide political unrest and was deemed a serious violation of constitutional rights. With his presidency now officially terminated, most special privileges granted to a sitting head of state will be revoked. Yoon will no longer be entitled to support staff, including official aides or a driver, and will be ineligible for a pension amounting to 95 percent of a president’s salary. He will also lose the right to be buried at a national cemetery such as Seoul National Cemetery. Photos of Yoon, which have been displayed in meeting rooms and at military command offices, will also be taken down. While Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, as acting president, currently holds command authority over the military,

Apr 4, 2025By Jung Da-hyun
What comes next for impeached president?
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