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<news:title><![CDATA[Nepalese Embassy hosts Mount Nam hike to mark first International Wellness Day]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Why president keeps showing up at theaters after work]]></news:title>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Mirae Asset Securities wins Hong Kong license to offer retail digital asset trading]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Trade commission to impose anti-dumping duties on Chinese cold-rolled steel products]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Seoul revives weekly night-run program through October]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[YouTuber attends arrest warrant hearing over alleged defamation of Lee]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Jeon Han-gil</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Won-based export settlements hit record high in 2025: BOK]]></news:title>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Top court rules POSCO should directly hire group of subcontract workers]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/globalcommunity/20260416/naver-corrects-discriminatory-descriptions-of-africa-in-online-encyclopedia</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Naver corrects discriminatory descriptions of Africa in online encyclopedia]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Breaking out of your MBTI]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US reaction backs S. Korea jail term for American streamer]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Johnny Somali</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/films/20260416/review-mismatch-finds-light-humor-in-role-reversals</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[REVIEW] 'Mismatch' finds light humor in role reversals]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260416/chinas-solid-state-battery-drive-nears-commercialization-as-korean-bets-on-advanced-tech</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[China’s solid-state battery drive nears commercialization as Korean bets on advanced tech]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260416/kosdaq-listed-bio-firm-to-go-under-review-for-unfaithful-disclosure</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Kosdaq-listed bio firm to go under review for unfaithful disclosure]]></news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/editorial/20260416/ed-the-youth-left-out-of-recovery</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[ED] The youth left out of recovery]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260416/byd-expands-ev-lineup-in-korea-with-new-suv-premium-trim</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BYD expands EV lineup in Korea with new SUV, premium trim]]></news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260416/lee-urges-innovation-to-improve-manufacturing-industry</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lee urges innovation to improve manufacturing industry]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Lee Jae Myung</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BLACKPINK's Jennie named among Time's 100 most influential people]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/tech-science/20260416/war-exposes-naphtha-risk-accelerates-shift-to-circular-feedstock</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[War exposes naphtha risk, accelerates shift to circular feedstock]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>City Oil Field,Naphtha,Middle East,Plastic</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/northkorea/20260416/n-koreas-kim-oversees-artillery-firing-contest-on-state-founders-birthday</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[N. Korea's Kim oversees artillery firing contest on state founder's birthday]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>North Korea,Kim Jong-un</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260416/imf-lowers-koreas-debt-to-gdp-forecast-finance-ministry</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[IMF lowers Korea's debt-to-GDP forecast: finance ministry]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>IMF</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[[PHOTO] HiteJinro mixes soju for Starbucks]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[The problem of assessing democratic decline]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Democracy</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260416/seoul-shares-sharply-up-late-thursday-morning-on-eased-mideast-tensions</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Seoul shares sharply up late Thursday morning on eased Mideast tensions]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[HD Hyundai Electric builds Korea’s largest eco-friendly transformer]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Hd Hyundai,Hd Hyundai Electric</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Choue receives Order of Friendship from Uzbek president]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Taekwondo,World Taekwondo,Uzbekistan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Health tip: Drinking red wine vinegar can support glucose control]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>diebetes,Food,Diet</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260416/where-is-minji-fans-ask-as-newjeans-prepares-for-return-danielle-faces-suit</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA['Where is Minji?' Fans ask as NewJeans prepares for return, Danielle faces suit]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Newjeans,Newjeans Minji</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260416/koreas-world-cup-opponents-have-problems-of-their-own</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea’s World Cup opponents have problems of their own]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>World Cup,Football</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/tech-science/20260416/naver-remains-dominant-player-in-koreas-search-market</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Naver remains dominant player in Korea's search market]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Naver</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/koreanheritage/20260415/koreas-heritage-sites-in-spotlight-as-unesco-meeting-in-busan-nears</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea’s heritage sites in spotlight as UNESCO meeting in Busan nears]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>UNESCO,Korea Heritage Service,Busan</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260416/lee-pledges-utmost-efforts-not-to-repeat-disaster-seen-in-2014-sewol-ferry-sinking</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lee pledges utmost efforts not to repeat disaster seen in 2014 Sewol ferry sinking]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Sewol Ferry</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260416/foreign-minister-discusses-supply-chain-cooperation-with-brazil-mexico-counterparts-amid-mideast-crisis</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Foreign minister discusses supply chain cooperation with Brazil, Mexico counterparts amid Mideast crisis]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>South Korea-Brazil,Cho Hyun</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20260415/white-kimchi-wins-texans-hearts</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[White kimchi wins Texans’ hearts]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>asia society texas center,Kimchi</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260416/vaccine-confusion-sets-up-us-for-a-resurgence-of-hepatitis-b-in-babies</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Vaccine confusion sets up US for a resurgence of hepatitis B in babies]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Vaccine</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260416/will-humanity-ever-learn-from-history</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Will humanity ever learn from history?]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Humanity,South Korea,History</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/defense/20260416/armys-military-band-to-participate-in-largest-us-military-music-festival</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Army's military band to participate in largest US military music festival]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>US Military,Military</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260416/all-mine</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[All mine]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Trump</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/todayinhistory/20260416/friday-april-17-2026</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[FRIDAY, April 17, 2026]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>St cuthbert gospel,oldest book,europes</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260416/back-to-back-israeli-strikes-kill-4-lebanese-medics-as-israel-hezbollah-war-grinds-on</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Back-to-back Israeli strikes kill 4 Lebanese medics as Israel-Hezbollah war grinds on]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis,Israel,Lebanon</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260416/middle-east-conflicts-implications-for-two-koreas</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Middle East conflicts’ implications for two Koreas]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260416/regulator-seeks-to-ban-split-listing-from-july</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Regulator seeks to ban 'split listing' from July]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Financial Regulator</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/globalcommunity/20260416/korea-sees-record-foreign-arrivals-in-first-quarter</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea sees record foreign arrivals in first quarter]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Tourism</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/tech-science/20260416/seoul-approves-first-self-driving-freight-transport-service</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Seoul approves first self-driving freight transport service]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>transport ministry</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260416/ukraines-zelenskyy-pursues-more-arms-deals-with-allies-to-help-check-russias-invasion</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Ukraine's Zelenskyy pursues more arms deals with allies to help check Russia's invasion]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Russia-Ukraine War</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260416/student-kills-9-in-turkeys-second-school-shooting-in-2-days-1</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Student kills 9 in Turkey's second school shooting in 2 days]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Turkey</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/banking-finance/20260416/foreigners-sell-record-amount-of-korean-stocks-in-march</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Foreigners sell record amount of Korean stocks in March]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>KOSPI</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260416/indo-pacific-usfk-commanders-to-attend-senate-house-hearings-amid-iran-war-concerns</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Indo-Pacific, USFK commanders to attend Senate, House hearings amid Iran war concerns]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>USFK,Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/environment-animals/20260416/world-island-exhibition-yeosu-set-for-september-but-readiness-questioned</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[World Island Exhibition Yeosu set for September, but readiness questioned]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Yeosu,2026 World Island Exhibition Yeosu</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260416/major-construction-firms-speed-up-downsizing-workforce</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Major construction firms speed up downsizing workforce]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Posco,Construction,Lotte,Hyundai</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260416/from-bombs-to-economic-warfare-us-pivots-on-iran</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[From bombs to economic warfare: US pivots on Iran]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260416/us-stocks-hit-all-time-high-on-middle-east-optimism</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US stocks hit all-time high on Middle East optimism]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>US Stocks</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260416/iran-says-26-million-have-volunteered-to-do-military-service</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Iran says 26 million have volunteered to do military service]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran,Military Service</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Despite global shipping challenges, ART OnO 2026 fair brings galleries, artists to Seoul]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Trump says China agrees not to arm Iran]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[White House denies seeking Iran ceasefire extension, says Pakistan talks 'very likely']]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[IMF chief says over 12 countries seek loans amid energy shock]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump posts image of himself with Jesus as his pope criticism continues]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260416/us-says-9-vessels-turned-back-in-48-hours-of-iran-port-blockade</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US says 9 vessels turned back in 48 hours of Iran port blockade]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Student kills 9 in Turkey's second school shooting in 2 days]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[New Israeli strikes hit southern Lebanon a day after historic talks]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260416/trump-says-iran-war-close-to-over-pakistani-military-chief-arrives-in-tehran</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump says Iran war 'close to over'; Pakistani military chief arrives in Tehran]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Iran military warns will block Red Sea if US naval blockade continues]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Seoul Shakespeare Company takes on 'hilarious but sexist' play]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260416/wage-safety-violations-against-migrant-workers-uncovered-in-south-jeolla-province</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-16</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-16</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Wage, safety violations against migrant workers uncovered in South Jeolla Province]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260413/bonchon-early-mover-in-k-fried-chicken-exports-eyes-korea-return</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Bonchon, early mover in K fried-chicken exports, eyes Korea return]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>K-Food</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[S. Korea required to make ironclad nonproliferation guarantee over nuclear submarine plan: IAEA chief]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Digital scavenger hunt aims to draw hikers to Namsan Park]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Yongsan</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Seoul's defense minister discusses defense cooperation with Chinese envoy]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Unification minister says appointing special envoy to facilitate US-NK talks still under review]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Chung Dong-Young,Unification</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Top admirals of S. Korea, US, Japan discuss trilateral cooperation in Seoul]]></news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/banking-finance/20260415/kofia-chief-indonesian-envoy-discuss-investment-cooperation</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[KOFIA chief, Indonesian envoy discuss investment cooperation]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/books/20260415/4-korean-books-shortlisted-for-2026-locus-awards</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[4 Korean books shortlisted for 2026 Locus Awards]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Anton Hur,Locus magazine,Bora Chung</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260415/posco-head-meets-global-steel-ceos-in-berlin-to-discuss-decarbonization</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[POSCO head meets global steel CEOs in Berlin to discuss decarbonization]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Cho Kuk, Han Dong-hoon bid for Assembly seats, raising stakes for by-elections]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Local Elections,June 3 local elections,PPP,DPK</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/editorial/20260415/ed-trumps-envoy-pick</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[ED] Trump's envoy pick]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>michelle park steel,us ambassador to south korea,trumps nominee for us ambassador to south korea</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/shows-dramas/20260415/kpop-demon-hunters-star-to-play-farmer-in-sbs-rom-com</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA['KPop Demon Hunters' star to play farmer in SBS rom-com]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>KPop Demon Hunters,Netflix,K-Drama</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea has no plans to pay Iran for passage of stranded ships in Strait of Hormuz: FM]]></news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260415/mexico-invites-korean-football-fans-to-monterrey-for-world-cup-match-in-june</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Mexico invites Korean football fans to Monterrey for World Cup match in June]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Mexico,Fifa World Cup</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea must take lead in deepening trilateral ties with China, Japan amid global crisis]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Trilateral Cooperation,Iran crisis,Trump,Korea China Japan</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260415/photo-12th-anniversary-of-sewol-ferry-disaster</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[PHOTO] 12th anniversary of Sewol ferry disaster]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Sewol Ferry</news:keywords>
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</news:publication>
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</url>
<url>
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</news:publication>
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<news:publication>
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</url>
<url>
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</news:publication>
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</url>
<url>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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</news:news>
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</url>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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</url>
<url>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US firms now favor Hong Kong over Korea for APAC headquarters: survey]]></news:title>
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</url>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Kumho Petrochemical, Hyundai Motor win top industrial prize for breakthrough in recycled plastics]]></news:title>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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<news:keywords>AI,Sleep,Debt Relief</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[July Jung's 'Dora' to premiere at Cannes Directors' Fortnight]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Cannes Film Festival,Korean Films</news:keywords>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra tops Consumer Reports smartphone rankings]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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</news:news>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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</news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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<news:keywords>Economy</news:keywords>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
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</url>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Researchers at Sejong Univ. offer more efficient blueprint for satellite networks]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Sejong University</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea channeling funds to regional universities to boost local economies]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Toll booth Hormuz bitcoin]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Gov’t launches $88 million export voucher program to support small businesses]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Ministry of SMEs and Startups</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BTS’ Jin underscores group bond in global ‘Rolling Stone’ project]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[New zoo disease rules aim to curb outbreaks across Korea]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Wildlife Disease Control</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Diplomats try to arrange more US-Iran talks during first full day of American blockade]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Volvo, Audi on high alert over rapid rise of Tesla, BYD]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BBQ opens 4th Honduras branch just weeks after entering market]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Teenage gunman opens fire at school in Turkey, wounding 16 before killing himself]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Stablecoin moment: Why the won is about to reshape digital finance in Asia]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Stablecoin,Web3,Crypto</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea Tourism Organization launches K League-linked football travel package]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>K League,Kto</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[New early-morning Seoul bus route links residential northeast to major southern hub]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Seoul,Bus</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Health tip: Sauna can offer benefits similar to exercising]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>immune system,gym,Health</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260415/american-youtuber-johnny-somali-sentenced-to-6-months-in-prison-for-offenses-in-korea</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[American YouTuber Johnny Somali sentenced to 6 months in prison for offenses in Korea]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Johnny Somali</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/trump-says-additional-iran-peace-talks-could-happen-over-next-2-days-report</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump says additional Iran peace talks 'could happen over next 2 days': report]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Donald Trump,Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/xi-meets-vietnams-to-lam-in-beijing-chinese-state-media</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Xi meets Vietnam's To Lam in Beijing: Chinese state media]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>China,Vietnam</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/lavrov-says-russia-can-compensate-for-chinas-resource-gap-from-iran-war</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lavrov says Russia can 'compensate' for China's resource gap from Iran war:]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>China,China-Russia relations,Russia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260415/joseon-heritage-tour-reopens-with-new-focus-on-young-monarchs-tragic-story</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Joseon heritage tour reopens with new focus on young monarch's tragic story]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Korea Heritage Service</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/policy/20260415/lee-calls-for-deregulation-in-new-businesses</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lee calls for deregulation in new businesses]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Lee Jae Myung,Business</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/tech-science/20260415/samsung-sds-issues-820-mil-convertible-bonds-to-kkr-for-future-ai-investment</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Samsung SDS issues $820 mil. convertible bonds to KKR for future AI investment]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Samsung Sds,Kkr</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[KHNP chief visits Czech Republic to advance Dukovany nuclear project]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Khnp,Dukovany,Czech Republic</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[New books aim to make Korean heritage less academic, more accessible]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Cultural Heritage Administration of Korea</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[THURSDAY, April 16, 2026]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Treaty of Accession,European Union,Rodney King,Los Angeles,Koreatown</news:keywords>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Parents reveal hidden costs behind K-pop idol dreams]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Trainee,korea idol</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260415/hungary-the-tide-goes-out</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Hungary: The tide goes out]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Election,Hungary,orban,loss</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Aespa’s Giselle sparks concern over ‘bone-thin’ look, fans question K-pop pressures]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Giselle,Aespa</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260415/ais-lies</loc>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Auto exports up in March on strong demand for hybrid cars: data]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Hyundai Glovis opens new facilities in US]]></news:title>
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</url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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</news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Lee calls Marine Corps 'vanguard' of military on founding anniversary]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260415/wbc-manager-nominated-as-skipper-for-asian-games</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[WBC manager nominated as skipper for Asian Games]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260415/korea-adds-206000-jobs-in-march-topping-200000-for-2nd-straight-month</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea adds 206,000 jobs in March, topping 200,000 for 2nd straight month]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260415/container-shipping-costs-to-us-middle-east-rise-in-march-data</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Container shipping costs to US, Middle East rise in March: data]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260415/bts-receives-three-ama-nods-including-artist-of-the-year</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BTS receives three AMA nods, including Artist of the Year]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Ama,BTS</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/policy/20260415/pm-orders-crackdown-on-hoarding-amid-middle-east-related-supply-concerns</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[PM orders crackdown on hoarding amid Middle East-related supply concerns]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/northkorea/20260415/n-korea-russias-largest-labor-unions-sign-cooperation-agreement</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[N. Korea, Russia's largest labor unions sign cooperation agreement]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>North Korea,Russia,North Korea-Russia relations</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260415/the-pope-and-the-president</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[The pope and the president]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Pope,Trump</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260415/members-of-corporate-owner-families-paid-average-183-mil</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Members of corporate owner families paid average $1.83 mil.]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Hanwha,Payment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260413/txt-trades-lore-for-raw-emotion-on-stick-with-you</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[TOMORROW X TOGETHER trades lore for raw emotion on 'Stick With You']]></news:title>
<news:keywords>K-pop,Tomorrow X Together,Txt,New Album</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260415/what-prussias-gen-clausewitz-knew</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[What Prussia's Gen. Clausewitz knew]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>clausewitz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/northkorea/20260415/n-korea-calls-for-loyalty-to-leader-kim-on-founders-birth-anniversary</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[N. Korea calls for loyalty to leader Kim on founder's birth anniversary]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>North Korea,Kim Jong-un</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260415/eagles-set-kbo-record-for-most-combined-walks-hbps-allowed-in-game</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Eagles set KBO record for most combined walks, HBPs allowed in game]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Korea Baseball Organization,baseball</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/shows-dramas/20260415/action-crime-bloodhounds-season-2-tops-netflixs-chart</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Action-crime 'Bloodhounds' Season 2 tops Netflix's chart]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Netflix</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260415/s-korea-expands-direct-air-travel-baggage-transfer-program-to-3-us-airports</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[S. Korea expands direct air travel baggage transfer program to 3 US airports]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Travel</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260415/import-prices-post-sharpest-rise-in-over-28-years-in-march-amid-middle-east-crisis</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Import prices post sharpest rise in over 28 years in March amid Middle East crisis]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Economy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260415/middle-east-crisis-deals-blow-to-seouls-small-manufacturers</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Middle East crisis deals blow to Seoul's small manufacturers]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260415/samsung-weighs-china-overhaul-as-pressure-mounts-from-local-rivals-analysts</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Samsung weighs China overhaul as pressure mounts from local rivals: analysts]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>China,Samsung</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/asian-surnames-fastest-growing-in-us-according-to-census-bureau-report</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Asian surnames fastest-growing in US, according to Census Bureau report]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>us census</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/lebanon-israel-agree-to-direct-negotiations-after-washington-talks</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lebanon, Israel agree to direct negotiations after Washington talks]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Israel,Lebanon</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/us-iran-may-resume-talks-this-week-despite-port-blockade</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis,US-Iran Talks</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260415/rejected-15-times-pet-owners-struggle-to-find-housing-in-korea</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA['Rejected 15 times': Pet owners struggle to find housing in Korea]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Pets</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260415/from-k-pop-star-to-custom-ghana-chocolate-bar-how-lee-welcomes-world-leaders</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[From K-pop star to custom Ghana chocolate bar: How Lee welcomes world leaders]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Diplomacy,Gift Diplomacy</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/us-iran-blockade-involves-over-10000-military-personnel-plus-ships-planes</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US Iran blockade involves over 10,000 military personnel, plus ships, planes]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>US Military,Iran crisis,Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/lebanon-and-israel-hold-first-direct-diplomatic-talks-in-decades-in-washington</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lebanon and Israel hold first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Israel,Lebanon</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260415/imf-holds-s-korea-growth-at-19-raises-inflation-to-25</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[IMF holds S. Korea growth at 1.9%, raises inflation to 2.5%]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>IMF,Growth Outlook,South Korea</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/imf-cuts-growth-outlook-warns-world-already-drifting-toward-more-adverse-scenario</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[IMF cuts growth outlook, warns world already drifting toward more adverse scenario]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/strait-of-hormuz-traffic-barely-affected-on-first-day-of-us-blockade-data-shows</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Strait of Hormuz traffic barely affected on first day of US blockade, data shows]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis,Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260415/us-treasurys-bessent-says-china-has-been-unreliable-partner-by-hoarding-oil-during-war</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US Treasury's Bessent says China has been unreliable partner by hoarding oil during war]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>US-China relations</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260415/low-iq-raises-doubts-over-murder-intent-in-seoul-drugging-case</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-15</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-15</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Low IQ raises doubts over murder intent in Seoul drugging case]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Seoul,Chatgpt,murder</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/others/20260414/prolonged-middle-east-war-casts-shadow-over-koreas-2-growth-goal</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Prolonged Middle East war casts shadow over Korea's 2% growth goal]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Middle East Conflict</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/defense/20260414/defense-chief-says-yet-to-receive-us-request-for-support-related-to-hormuz</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Defense chief says yet to receive US request for support related to Hormuz]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Defense Minister,Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260414/sk-revives-ex-chairmen-in-ai-video-to-honor-entrepreneurship</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[SK revives ex-chairmen in AI video to honor entrepreneurship]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Sk Group</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260414/oil-producing-countries-showing-interest-in-koreas-oil-storage-facilities-official-1</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Oil-producing countries showing interest in Korea's oil storage facilities: official]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>oil storage,Middle East</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/france-raffle-offers-1m-picasso-for-100-euro-ticket-to-raise-money-for-alzheimers-research</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[France raffle offers $1M Picasso for  100 euro ticket to raise money for Alzheimer’s research]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Picasso,Alzheimers</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/philippine-president-marcos-does-jumping-jacks-to-disprove-health-rumors</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Philippine President Marcos does jumping jacks to disprove health rumors]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Philippines,Ferdinand Marcos Jr,Health</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/canadian-prime-minister-carney-secures-majority-government-with-special-election-wins</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Canadian Prime Minister Carney secures majority government with special election wins]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Election,Canada,Prime Minister</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/chinas-exports-grew-25-in-march-in-sharp-slowdown-as-iran-war-raises-uncertainty</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[China’s exports grew 2.5% in March in  sharp slowdown as Iran war raises uncertainty]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Economy,China,Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/shows-dramas/20260414/spicier-and-faster-than-before-heart-signal-returns-after-3-years</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Spicier and faster than before: ‘Heart Signal’ returns after 3 years]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Dating Show,Heart Signal</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/14/c6765200-f774-4082-87e7-477039012406.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260414/who-is-michelle-park-steel-trumps-pick-for-ambassador-to-korea</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Who is Michelle Park Steel, Trump’s pick for ambassador to Korea?]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Trump Administration,Korean American,US Ambassador</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20260414/sorrow-and-joy-finkl-members-support-lee-hyo-ri-after-fathers-death</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[‘Sorrow and joy’: Fin.K.L members support Lee Hyo-ri after father’s death]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Lee Hyo-Ri,FinKL</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/14/0f80b883-548e-4e76-af7d-0852da9da645.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/others/20260414/korea-to-attend-multilateral-meeting-on-strait-of-hormuz-this-week</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea to attend multilateral meeting on Strait of Hormuz this week]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Hormuz disruption,Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260414/sr-head-seeks-to-clear-hurdles-for-ktx-srt-merger</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[SR head seeks to clear hurdles for KTX-SRT merger]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Sr</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/editorial/20260414/ed-prepare-for-long-haul</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[ED] Prepare for long haul]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>US,double bloacked,Iran,Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260414/ex-president-yoon-wife-reunite-in-court-after-9-months</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Ex-President Yoon, wife reunite in court after 9 months]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Yoon Suk Yeol,Martial Law</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260414/gwanghwamun-square-monument-to-honor-korean-war-allies-faces-questions-over-timing-procedure</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Gwanghwamun Square monument to honor Korean War allies faces questions over timing, procedure]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Seoul City,Gwanghwamun Square,Korean War</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260414/seoul-sends-korea-related-ship-details-to-tehran-in-bid-to-secure-hormuz-passage</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Seoul sends Korea-related ship details to Tehran in bid to secure Hormuz passage]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran war,US Iran Talks,Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/us-iranian-teams-could-return-to-islamabad-for-peace-talks-this-week</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US, Iranian teams could return to Islamabad for peace talks this week]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran war</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/editorial/20260413/ed-universal-value-of-human-rights</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[ED] Universal value of human rights]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Lee Jae Myung,Social Media,Israel,Cambodia</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20260414/govt-launches-3-city-roadshow-to-bolster-tourism-marketing</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Gov't launches 3-city roadshow to bolster tourism marketing]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Kto</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260414/arrest-warrant-sought-for-student-over-knife-attack-on-teacher</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Arrest warrant sought for student over knife attack on teacher]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Teachers,Stabbing</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260414/korea-dispatches-envoys-to-algeria-libya-for-alternative-supply-chains-amid-mideast-crisis-fm</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea dispatches envoys to Algeria, Libya for alternative supply chains amid Mideast crisis: FM]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Cho Hyun,Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/environment-animals/20260414/spring-or-summer-koreas-april-heat-set-to-last-another-week</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Spring or summer? Korea’s April heat set to last another week]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Weather,Korea</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260414/urban-designer-sees-green-space-as-antidote-to-social-isolation</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Urban designer sees green space as antidote to social isolation]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Kookmin University</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[In 'My Name' Yeom Hye-ran dances through grief, toward future]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Jeju April 3 Uprising</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[PHOTO] 50 days until local elections]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Asian scholars condemn US foreign policy as threat to sovereignty]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Asia Without Borders</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Renault Korea to produce EVs in Busan from 2028]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Filante,Ev,Renault,Korea</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[KOSPI tops 6,000 intraday on hopes for US-Iran deal despite Hormuz blockade]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Middle East Conflict,Korean won</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[High-profile influencer Juice Seyeon goes public with relationship with fellow streamer K]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>streamer,Seyeon</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/books/20260414/k-lit-review-two-women-living-together-redraws-boundaries-of-family</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[K-LIT REVIEW] 'Two Women Living Together' redraws boundaries of family]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Book Review,K-Lit</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260414/blondie-garfield-april-15-2026</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Blondie & Garfield - April 15, 2026]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Garfield,Blondie</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260414/son-heung-min-lafc-seek-to-advance-in-regional-tourney-after-rare-loss</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Son Heung-min, LAFC seek to advance in regional tourney after rare loss]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Lafc,Football</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea ranks 3rd globally in key AI models, securing top spot for patents]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>AI</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/shows-dramas/20260414/absolute-value-of-romance-turns-teenage-imagination-into-heartfelt-drama</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA['Absolute Value of Romance' turns teenage imagination into heartfelt drama]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>vixx,bl,Nflying,Amazon Prime Video,K-Drama</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260414/forum-showcases-sports-role-in-social-change</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Forum showcases sports’ role in social change]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Olympism and Peace Forum,Sustainability,World Taekwondo,Equality</news:keywords>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260414/refugee-taekwondo-athletes-receive-words-of-encouragement</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Refugee taekwondo athletes receive words of encouragement]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>World Taekwondo Junior Championships,Refugee,Youth Sports,World Taekwondo</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/could-trumps-hormuz-blockade-derail-china-summit-with-xi-jinping</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Could Trump’s Hormuz blockade derail China summit with Xi Jinping?]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>US-China Summit</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/banking-finance/20260414/bio-display-mobility-picked-next-destination-for-public-growth-fund</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Bio, display, mobility picked next destination for public growth fund]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Finance,Investment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/defense/20260414/military-to-seek-to-acquire-11000-commercial-drones-for-training-this-year</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Military to seek to acquire 11,000 commercial drones for training this year]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Drone,Military</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260414/kookmin-univ-project-wins-govt-backing-to-engineer-food-grade-yeast</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Kookmin Univ. project wins gov't backing to engineer food-grade yeast]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>synthetic biology</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260414/cheong-wa-dae-to-open-bid-for-site-development-of-sejong-presidential-office</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Cheong Wa Dae to open bid for site development of Sejong presidential office]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Presidential Office,Cheong Wa Dae</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260414/reality-is-even-worse-comedy-sketch-on-kindergarten-teachers-sparks-real-life-outcry-in-korea</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[‘Reality is even worse’: Comedy sketch on kindergarten teachers sparks real-life outcry in Korea]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>korea kindergarten</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260414/sejong-univ-researchers-claim-breakthrough-in-faster-charging-battery-tech</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Sejong Univ. researchers claim breakthrough in faster-charging battery tech]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Sejong University</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/northkorea/20260414/n-korean-leaders-1st-public-reference-to-one-china-principle-points-to-closer-bilateral-ties-seoul</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[N. Korean leader's 1st public reference to 'one-China' principle points to closer bilateral ties: Seoul]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>China,Kim Jong-un</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260414/renault-korea-to-launch-new-models-annually-through-2029-produce-next-gen-evs-in-busan-from-2028</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Renault Korea to launch new models annually through 2029, produce next-gen EVs in Busan from 2028]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Car,Renault Korea</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260414/lee-voices-hope-for-courageous-step-toward-peace-amid-war-in-middle-east</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lee urges US, Israel and Iran to take courageous step toward peace amid war in Middle East]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis,Middle East</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260414/haleon-highlights-centrum-multivitamin-effectiveness-as-it-deepens-commitment-to-korean-market</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Haleon highlights Centrum multivitamin effectiveness as it deepens commitment to Korean market]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Haleon Korea,centrum</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/policy/20260414/ev-charging-fees-to-be-discounted-on-weekends-govt</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[EV charging fees to be discounted on weekends: gov't]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Ev</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/others/20260414/oil-producing-countries-showing-interest-in-koreas-oil-storage-facilities-official</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Oil-producing countries showing interest in Korea's oil storage facilities: official]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Oil</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260414/korean-firms-give-high-marks-to-deregulation-despite-safety-hurdles</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korean firms give high marks to deregulation despite safety hurdles]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Korea Enterprises Federation</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20260414/korea-sees-surge-in-provincial-travel-as-foreign-arrivals-climb</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea sees surge in provincial travel as foreign arrivals climb]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Tour</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Starbucks Korea teams up with Walt Disney on 'Toy Story'-themed collection]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Genesis luxury vehicle sales surpass 1 million in Korea]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Genesis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Samsung SDS launches AI platform to support National Assembly]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Samsung Sds</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260414/nato-in-the-aftermath-of-the-iran-war</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[NATO in the aftermath of the Iran war]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[OB introduces Korea’s first state-backed draft beer quality seal]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Ob</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260414/kbo-hit-king-son-ah-seop-traded</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[KBO hit king Son Ah-seop traded]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Son Ah-Seop</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260414/police-raid-factory-over-alleged-air-gun-assault-on-migrant-worker</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Police raid factory over alleged air gun assault on migrant worker]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>thai worker</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260414/make-it-well-tell-it-right-win-the-world</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Make it well. Tell it right. Win the world.]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Macron,France</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/environment-animals/20260414/wolf-disappears-after-being-spotted-for-2nd-time-since-escape-from-zoo</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Wolf disappears after being spotted for 2nd time since escape from zoo]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>wolf at large</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260414/gas-from-the-pump-and-gas-from-trump</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Gas from the pump and gas from Trump]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran,War,Trump,Gas Prices</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/films/20260414/horror-hit-salmokji-turns-filming-site-into-late-night-hot-spot</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Horror hit ‘Salmokji’ turns filming site into late-night hot spot]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>salmokji</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260414/rising-prices-push-consumers-toward-at-home-leisure</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Rising prices push consumers toward at-home leisure]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Inflation,oil prices,Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260414/seoul-expands-international-baccalaureate-program-to-more-than-100-schools</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Seoul expands International Baccalaureate program to more than 100 schools]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>SMOE</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260414/cheong-wa-dae-welcomes-nomination-of-us-ambassador-to-s-korea</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Cheong Wa Dae welcomes nomination of US ambassador to S. Korea]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>US Ambassador,Cheong Wa Dae</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260414/ict-exports-more-than-double-in-march-on-chip-demand</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[ICT exports more than double in March on chip demand]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>exports,Ict,AI</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260414/korea-shared-with-iran-information-on-korean-ships-stranded-in-strait-of-hormuz-sources</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea shared with Iran information on Korean ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz: sources]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Hormuz disruption,Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260414/minor-party-leader-cho-kuk-announces-bid-for-parliamentary-seat-in-pyeongtaek</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Minor party leader Cho Kuk announces bid for parliamentary seat in Pyeongtaek]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>June 3 Election,PPP,DPK</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260414/1-cup-a-day-korea-launches-nationwide-push-to-cut-plastic-waste</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[1 cup a day: Korea launches nationwide push to cut plastic waste]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>curb plastic consumption</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260414/hyundai-motor-group-chair-presents-vision-for-ai-robotics-at-us-forum</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Hyundai Motor Group chair presents vision for AI, robotics at US forum]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Mobility,AI,Hyundai</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260414/trump-nominates-former-rep-michelle-park-steel-as-us-ambassador-to-s-korea</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump nominates former Rep. Michelle Park Steel as US ambassador to S. Korea]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>US envoy to south korea</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/todayinhistory/20260414/wednesday-april-15-2026</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[WEDNESDAY, April 15, 2026]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Mcdonalds,Tokyo Disneyland,Ray Kroc</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/tech-science/20260414/wrtn-posts-15-fold-revenue-growth-in-1st-regulatory-filing</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[WRTN posts 15-fold revenue growth in 1st regulatory filing]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Wrtn</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/iran-slams-us-blockade-as-grave-violation-of-sovereignty</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Iran slams US blockade as 'grave violation of sovereignty']]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260414/hanwha-ocean-ceo-meets-nova-scotia-officials-amid-bid-to-win-canadian-submarine-project</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Hanwha Ocean CEO meets Nova Scotia officials amid bid to win Canadian submarine project]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Hanwha Ocean,Canada Submarine Project</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/northkorea/20260414/n-koreas-kim-observes-test-firing-of-cruise-anti-warship-missiles-from-key-destroyer</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[N. Korea's Kim observes test-firing of cruise, anti-warship missiles from key destroyer]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>North Korea</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260414/china-is-having-a-good-warso-far</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[China is having a good war—So far]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>China</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/10/fc4bd8d9-384c-4b70-8d39-9af259c51105.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260413/researchers-in-korea-develop-high-efficiency-solar-modules</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Researchers in Korea develop high-efficiency solar modules]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Jeonbuk National University</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260413/sejong-university-combines-fitness-cultural-heritage-in-course-for-intl-students</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Sejong University combines fitness, cultural heritage in course for int'l students]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Sejong University</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/b984ca32-a561-431e-920e-f525bdca1ce7.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260414/a-fix-for-gambling-emissions-and-ais-ills</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[A fix for gambling, emissions and AI's ills]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>emissions,Gambling</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Korean currency rises on hopes for renewed US-Iran talks]]></news:title>
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</news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[How to cope with 10 most stressful life events]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Strait of Hormuz tolls]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[As power politics returns, Korea must stand on its own]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Don’t let fear rewrite America’s legacy of refugee resettlement]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Hyundai Motor chief attends economic forum in Washington amid group's US investment drive]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Trump says US military has blockaded Iranian ports to pressure Tehran]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump says he won't apologize to Pope Leo, explains his reason for posting much-criticized meme]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Human rights watchdog to ask foreign ministry to work for transfer of NK POWs in Ukraine]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[N. Korea's Kim sends educational aid to pro-Pyongyang ethnic Koreans in Japan]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260414/bts-swim-slips-to-no-5-on-billboard-singles-chart</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BTS' 'SWIM' slips to No. 5 on Billboard singles chart]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Middle East clients halt placing construction orders with Korean firms]]></news:title>
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<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260414/student-loan-delinquencies-hit-record-high-as-employed-graduates-struggle-to-repay</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Student loan delinquencies hit record high as employed graduates struggle to repay]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Delinquency,Student Loans,Employment</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/britney-spears-enters-rehab-after-arrest-on-suspicion-of-driving-under-the-influence</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Britney Spears enters rehab after arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>britney spears</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/pope-says-doesnt-fear-trump-has-moral-duty-to-speak-out-against-war</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Pope says doesn't fear Trump, has 'moral duty to speak out' against war]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Trump,Pope Leo Xiv</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/trumps-ai-image-of-himself-as-jesus-like-figure-follows-feud-with-pope-leo</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump's AI image of himself as Jesus-like figure follows feud with Pope Leo]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/iea-is-ready-to-further-tap-global-oil-reserves-if-needed-chief-says</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[IEA is ready to further tap global oil reserves if needed, chief says]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Oil,International Energy Agency</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/physical-oil-hits-fresh-record-high-near-150-a-barrel-as-hormuz-crisis-worsens</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Physical oil hits fresh record high near $150 a barrel as Hormuz crisis worsens]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis,oil price</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/trump-vows-us-will-sink-any-iran-boats-that-challenge-blockade</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump vows US will sink any Iran boats that challenge blockade]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis,Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/facts-about-strait-of-hormuz-as-us-vows-blockade</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Facts about Strait of Hormuz as US vows blockade]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Strait of Hormuz</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/deadline-passes-for-us-hormuz-blockade-iran-threatens-gulf-retaliation</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Deadline passes for US Hormuz blockade; Iran threatens Gulf retaliation]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260414/chinese-national-booked-on-charges-of-causing-warehouse-fire</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Chinese national booked on charges of causing warehouse fire]]></news:title>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260414/nato-allies-refuse-to-join-trumps-strait-of-hormuz-blockade</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[NATO allies refuse to join Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Healthy sausage recipe: Blanch in boiling water first, pair with vegetables]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-14</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-14</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[K-food guide: Perilla leaves do more than just highlight Korean BBQ]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Recipe,K-Food,Health</news:keywords>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[World Taekwondo Junior Championships kick off in Tashkent]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>World Taekwondo Junior Championships,Youth Sports,World Taekwondo</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260413/hungarys-magyar-wants-to-take-over-as-pm-as-early-as-may-5</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Hungary's Magyar wants to take over as PM as early as May 5]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Hungary</news:keywords>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260413/israel-hezbollah-clash-in-strategic-lebanese-village-ahead-of-official-talks</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Israel, Hezbollah clash in strategic Lebanese village ahead of official talks]]></news:title>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Army unit chief named new ground operations commander]]></news:title>
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<news:title><![CDATA[BIGBANG reunites for Coachella, marking 20th anniv.]]></news:title>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Fairy tale writer Lee Geum-yi adds to Korea's growing literary presence as Andersen Award finalist]]></news:title>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Coinone fined, faces biz suspension over anti-money laundering lapses]]></news:title>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Korea closely monitoring developments after US announces blockade of Iranian ports: Cheong Wa Dae]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Korean community in Israel concerned about diplomatic unease over president's social media post]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Industry minister inspects manufacturing operations amid petrochem supply woes]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[South Korea’s drone warfare gaps]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[T’way Air turns to unpaid leave as fuel costs spike from Middle East crisis]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA['The Scarecrow' revisits Korea's infamous serial murder cases]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[[PHOTO] LG Guggenheim Award awardee]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Special envoy to Iran met senior Tehran officials over blockade of Hormuz]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korean, Polish PMs highlight shared democracy, defense cooperation]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/northkorea/20260413/switzerland-to-reopen-cooperation-office-in-north-korea-after-6-years</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Switzerland to reopen cooperation office in North Korea after 6 years]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260413/russian-fm-to-visit-china-april-14-15-beijing</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Russian FM to visit China April 14-15: Beijing]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260413/korean-airs-q1-net-profit-rises-26-on-year-on-strong-travel-cargo-demand</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Korean Air's Q1 net profit rises 26% year-on-year on strong travel, cargo demand]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260413/korea-poland-to-strengthen-cooperation-on-supply-chain-stability-defense</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea, Poland to strengthen cooperation on supply chain stability, defense]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260413/cubas-fuel-rationing-is-driving-some-commuters-to-an-underwater-bus</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Cuba’s fuel rationing is driving some commuters to an underwater bus]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
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<news:title><![CDATA[Gov’t to spend 85% of supplementary budget by June]]></news:title>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Iran war's global energy crisis sharpens China’s advantage in clean tech]]></news:title>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260413/ex-armored-unit-commander-removed-from-office-over-martial-law</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Ex-armored unit commander removed from office over martial law]]></news:title>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Samil PwC exports homegrown AI control platform in first for Korean accounting sector]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[TWICE’s Momo has tooth pulled during Chicago stop of world tour]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[They’re ARMY too: Actors Ha Ji-won, Ko So-young and more spotted at BTS concert]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Special counsel seeks 5-year sentence for ex-commander over Marine's death]]></news:title>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[[PHOTOS] Summer's in the air]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Blondie & Garfield – April 14, 2026]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
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</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Sending a peace message to Middle East]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Coway enjoys growth on solid sales in Malaysia]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Dieting tip: Start your meals with cucumbers and cherry tomatoes, not carbs]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>recope,Food,Health,Diet</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Chef blends Korean, Swedish flavors to celebrate IKEA Gangdong anniversary]]></news:title>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260413/govt-offers-subsidies-to-shield-small-businesses-from-global-climate-rules</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Gov't offers subsidies to shield small businesses from global climate rules]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Carbon Reduction</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260413/paldo-partners-with-bts-to-launch-new-ramyeon-products-in-us</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Paldo partners with BTS to launch new ramyeon products in US]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>BTS</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20260413/singer-sung-si-kyung-to-bridge-korea-japan-tourism</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Singer Sung Si-kyung to bridge Korea-Japan tourism]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Sung Si-Kyung</news:keywords>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA['Agency packaging' raises concerns over fair competition in K-drama industry]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>K-Drama</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BOK nominee says ready to respond to excessive FX volatility]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>BOK,Currency</news:keywords>
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<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US military says it will blockade Iran's ports as ship traffic appears to halt in Strait of Hormuz]]></news:title>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/policy/20260413/corporate-owned-real-estate-under-scrutiny-as-govt-moves-to-raise-holding-taxes</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Corporate-owned real estate under scrutiny as gov't moves to raise holding taxes]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>National Tax Service</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/tech-science/20260413/lg-energy-solution-raises-stakes-on-ai-push-targets-50-productivity-gain-by-2028</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[LG Energy Solution raises stakes on AI push, targets 50% productivity gain by 2028]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Battery,Lg Energy Solution,AI</news:keywords>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260413/sk-siltron-sale-to-benefit-both-sk-doosan</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[SK Siltron sale to benefit both SK, Doosan]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260413/april-flowers-for-the-forager-behind-sesame-sprinkles-blog</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[April flowers for the forager behind Sesame Sprinkles blog]]></news:title>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/koreanheritage/20260413/joseons-first-global-symbols-set-for-seoul-homecoming</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Joseon’s first global symbols set for Seoul homecoming]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Kia's all-new Seltos claims top spot in Korea's subcompact SUV market]]></news:title>
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<url>
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<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Labèque sisters lead the way in popularizing piano duo genre]]></news:title>
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</news:news>
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<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260413/s-oil-donates-75000-to-support-young-food-truck-entrepreneurs</loc>
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<news:publication>
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</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[S-Oil donates $75,000 to support young food truck entrepreneurs]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>S-Oil</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/others/20260413/why-korean-engineering-professor-assigned-his-students-to-photograph-cherry-blossoms</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Why Korean engineering professor assigned his students to photograph cherry blossoms]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Cherry Blossom</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260413/bok-chief-nominee-vows-to-sell-foreign-assets-amid-controversy</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
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<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BOK chief nominee vows to sell foreign assets amid controversy]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>BOK,Shin Hyun-song</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/northkorea/20260413/pro-n-korea-paper-claims-reliance-on-us-led-order-risks-national-interests-amid-mideast-war</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Pro-N. Korea paper claims reliance on US-led order risks national interests amid Mideast war]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>North Korea,Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/cryptocurrency/20260413/bok-calls-for-introduction-of-circuit-breakers-for-crypto-exchanges</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BOK calls for introduction of circuit breakers for crypto exchanges]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Cryptocurrency</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260413/ppp-leader-to-meet-us-lawmakers-trump-administration-officials-in-washington</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[PPP leader to meet US lawmakers, Trump administration officials in Washington]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Trump,PPP</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260413/pm-pays-respects-to-2-killed-firefighters-in-wando</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[PM pays respects to 2 killed firefighters in Wando]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Prime Minister</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/158ae120-2de3-4a6d-92ed-4274ba633a8f.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260413/korea-launches-online-hub-to-recruit-more-international-students</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea launches online hub to recruit more international students]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>global students</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
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</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260413/most-revoked-state-honors-in-korea-remain-unreturned</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Most revoked state honors in Korea remain unreturned]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>state honor</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/12/b54c895a-f1dd-4f26-a708-add2f3ddc78e.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260413/seoul-stocks-open-sharply-lower-on-failed-us-iran-peace-talks</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Seoul shares down late Monday morning as failed peace talks fuel concerns over prolonged war in Mideast]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>stocks,KOSPI</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/273730b2-8972-4597-8df7-7617b701cea8.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/policy/20260413/govt-ruling-party-to-announce-plan-to-reduce-car-insurance-premium-after-curbs-on-public-vehicles</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Gov't, ruling party to announce plan to reduce car insurance premium after curbs on public vehicles]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Insurance,Iran crisis</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/c888cf82-38b9-4925-9350-374ddb05225e.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/others/20260413/from-church-friends-to-couple-actress-ji-ye-eun-dancer-vata-confirm-romance</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[From church friends to couple: Actress Ji Ye-eun, dancer Vata confirm romance]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Ji Ye-Eun,vata</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/f684772a-423d-4756-a052-c846de0dbc59.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260413/kumho-tire-supplies-ev-tires-to-skoda</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Kumho Tire supplies EV tires to Skoda]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Kumho Tire,Oe Tire,Ev Tire,skoda</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/578ffc8c-3f08-4f0f-8249-3cd348c3c3a5.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260413/sk-chemicals-showcases-recycling-tech-to-japanese-business-leaders</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[SK Chemicals showcases recycling tech to Japanese business leaders]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>plastics recycling,Kansai Association of Corporate Executives,Ulsan,Sk,Sk Chemicals</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/903ffb1f-9d1c-4ada-99ac-7367a75ca920.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/tech-science/20260413/korea-to-test-ai-based-smart-city-tech-in-southeast-asia</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea to test AI-based smart city tech in Southeast Asia]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>AI</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/f30106aa-f9d4-4e6e-9908-dc0f8557c4ed.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/todayinhistory/20260413/tuesday-april-14-2026</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[TUESDAY, April 14, 2026]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>China,blockade,Lincoln,Assassination,Nixon</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260413/high-gas-prices-will-haunt-the-gop-even-if-the-war-ends-soon</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[High gas prices will haunt the GOP even if the war ends soon]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>oil price</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/09/c465efad-2f88-4640-8602-dbeca98299dc.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/policy/20260413/korea-to-expand-fta-with-emerging-markets-to-diversify-supply-chains-finance-chief</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea to expand FTA with emerging markets to diversify supply chains: finance chief]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Fta</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/921cde02-918e-4aac-a410-55c4018c238b.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/films/20260413/salmokji-debuts-atop-weekend-box-office-chart</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA['Salmokji' debuts atop weekend box office chart]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>K-Film</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/1ef14bfb-3090-4b89-a883-559225b1b234.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260413/trump-lambasts-pope-leo-xiv-extending-feud-over-iran-war-with-first-american-pontiff</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump lambasts Pope Leo XIV, extending feud over Iran war with first American pontiff]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Trump,Pope Leo Xiv</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/cbb5d8a9-f246-4932-89c8-a6c8d81424ca.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/arts-theater/20260413/galleries-art-fair-closes-with-50000-visitors-posting-strong-midrange-sales</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Galleries Art Fair closes with 50,000 visitors, posting strong midrange sales]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>galleries art fair</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/e2ee3626-531e-4a68-a7ca-1164acd11c08.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260413/ncts-taeyong-to-drop-collaboration-single-with-anderson-paak</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[NCT's Taeyong to drop collaboration single with Anderson .Paak]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Nct,Anderson Paak,Taeyong</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/91f23063-a599-46f0-8ddb-c9fe7ef8e896.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260413/korean-currency-slides-amid-failed-us-iran-talks-hormuz-blockade</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korean currency slides amid failed US-Iran talks, Hormuz blockade]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Currency,won-dollar exchange rate</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/14288ac3-243f-4f38-924d-e8b2e9ba6141.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/economy/20260413/exports-up-367-during-first-10-days-of-april-on-robust-chip-demand</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Exports up 36.7 % during first 10 days of April on robust chip demand]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>exports</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/c8e31666-7dba-4515-9349-6e61304a6c79.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260413/trump-boxing-iran</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Trump boxing Iran]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran,Trump,who is winning</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/358ee06d-4e11-4dcf-b897-fbcc3f5aed1c.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/globalcommunity/20260413/korea-to-annually-provide-over-2-bil-in-edcf-over-2026-2028</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Korea to annually provide over $2 bil. in EDCF over 2026-2028]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Foreign Aid,Koo Yun-Cheol</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/13/23ae03f1-3dcf-4edd-9213-59294b3a3c47.jpg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260413/silicon-island-koreas-borrowed-future</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA['Silicon Island': Korea’s borrowed future]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran war,Energy Security</news:keywords>
</news:news>
<image:image>
<image:loc>https://newsimg.koreatimes.co.kr/2026/04/10/69cc68df-9430-454d-a5c8-bf4907ac8595.jpeg</image:loc>
</image:image>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260413/social-security-nears-the-cliff-will-americans-be-thrown-over</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Social Security nears the cliff. Will Americans be thrown over?]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>social security</news:keywords>
</news:news>
</url>
<url>
<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260413/tax-season</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Tax season]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Tax</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260413/the-real-ai-race</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
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<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[The real AI race]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>AI</news:keywords>
</news:news>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260413/defending-champions-twins-looking-to-stretch-winning-streak-vs-struggling-team</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Defending champions Twins looking to stretch winning streak vs. struggling team]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Kbo,baseball</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260413/bts-claims-3rd-week-at-no-1-on-billboard-200-with-arirang-a-first-in-k-pop</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[BTS claims 3rd week at No. 1 on Billboard 200 with 'ARIRANG,' a first in K-pop]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Arirang,BTS Arirang,BTS</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260413/lees-approval-rating-inches-up-to-619-poll</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lee's approval rating inches up to 61.9% : poll]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Approval Rating,Lee Jae Myung</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260413/us-to-begin-blockading-all-ships-entering-or-exiting-iranian-ports-monday</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[US to begin blockading all ships entering or exiting Iranian ports Monday]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Iran crisis</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/k-pop/20260413/le-sserafim-to-drop-new-studio-album-next-month</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[LE SSERAFIM to drop new studio album next month]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Le Sserafim</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260413/hungarian-prime-minister-orban-ejected-after-16-years-in-european-electoral-earthquake</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán ejected after 16 years in European electoral earthquake]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Hungary</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/20260413/lee-polish-pm-set-for-summit-talks-with-focus-on-defense-industry-cooperation</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Lee, Polish PM set for summit talks with focus on defense industry cooperation]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>South Korea-Poland,Poland</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260413/koreans-finish-well-back-at-masters</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[Koreans finish well back at Masters]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>Golf</news:keywords>
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<loc>https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260413/more-european-offshore-wind-power-firms-exit-korea</loc>
<lastmod>2026-04-13</lastmod>
<news:news>
<news:publication>
<news:name>The Korea Times</news:name>
<news:language>en</news:language>
</news:publication>
<news:publication_date>2026-04-13</news:publication_date>
<news:title><![CDATA[More European offshore wind power firms exit Korea]]></news:title>
<news:keywords>vestas,offshore wind power,macquarie,corio,rwe,equinor</news:keywords>
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