Friday, April 18, 2025

Freedom Shield 2025: U.S. and South Korea Maintain Exercises, Suspend Live-Fire Training

U.S. and South Korea's joint military exercise will proceed with field maneuvers despite the suspension of live-fire training.

Sweden Honors Han Kang with Nobel Certificate and Medal at Historic Ceremony

Han Kang, the first Korean female Nobel laureate in Literature, received her award from King Carl XVI Gustaf at the ceremony in Sweden.

China Outpaces U.S. in Quantum Technology Investment, Boosting Its Global Ambitions

China invests heavily in quantum technology, challenging the U.S., while South Korea aims to enhance its quantum capabilities.
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FDA Greenlights CMG’s Film-Based Schizophrenia Medication ‘Mezofy’

CMG Pharmaceutical gains FDA approval for Mezofy, a unique oral film for schizophrenia, marking a milestone for South Korean pharma.

KAI Gives UAE Delegation a Closer Look at Its Next-Gen Fighter Jets

KAI announced that the UAE Air Force Commander visited their headquarters to inspect key fighter jet production facilities.

ROK-U.S. Navy Forces Conduct High-Stakes Mine Warfare Operation Off East Coast

South Korea and U.S. navies conducted a joint mine warfare exercise, enhancing operational capabilities and readiness in mine warfare.

North Korea’s First Internet Café Opens — But Freedom of Expression Still Offline

Kim Jong Un's visit to a new internet café with his daughter signals a shift to engage youth, despite contradicting regime ideology.

North Korea Sends $2 Million in Scholarships to Japan-Based Pro-Pyongyang Group

Kim Jong Un donated $2 million to support education for Korean children in Japan, marking Kim Il Sung's birthday anniversary.

North Korea’s New AI Can Spot Your Face, Steal Your Crypto, and Fly a Suicide Drone

North Korea develops AI for photo restoration and facial recognition, expanding its use in military and healthcare sectors.

Forced to Obey: North Korean Cabinet Orders Factories to ‘Fall in Line or Face Consequences’

North Korea's Cabinet Meeting reviewed first-quarter economic plans, emphasizing local development and the need for improved management.

Constitutional Court Rules Against Yoon, South Korea’s Second Ousted President

President Yoon Suk Yeol is impeached by the Constitutional Court, marking a significant event in South Korea’s political history.

700M Images in a Week: OpenAI Stunned by ChatGPT’s Viral Surge

OpenAI's ChatGPT image feature saw 700M images generated in its first week, with India leading user growth and daily active users doubling in South Korea.

Impeachment Tensions: South Korea Heightens Military Alert Along Border

South Korea's military heightened alert following President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment ruling, focusing on North Korea surveillance and troop restrictions.

North Korea Criticizes South Korea for ‘2.3 Million Tons of CO₂’ Emissions

North Korea addresses South Korea's wildfire crisis, highlighting significant CO₂ emissions and issuing a wildfire risk alert for the region.

Brussels Summit: U.S., South Korea, and Japan Navigate Trade & Security Risks

South Korea, U.S., and Japan foreign ministers meet in Brussels to discuss North Korea, tariffs, and regional stability strategies.

Russia Lets North Korea Into Its Scientific Backyard – Here’s What It Means

Kim Il Sung University plans to open a representative office in Novosibirsk, enhancing North Korea-Russia scientific cooperation.

America First, Again? Trump-Era Strategy Resurfaces in Asia Military Plans

The U.S. is revisiting the role of its troops in South Korea, citing defense cost sharing and the need to counter China.

Hyundai Races Into Gaming: Ioniq 5 N & N Vision 74 Debut in ‘Asphalt Legends Unite’

Hyundai Motor Company announces Ioniq 5 N and N Vision 74 debut in Asphalt Legends Unite, hosting an in-game racing competition in April.

ChatGPT Hits 1.25M Daily Users in Korea Thanks to Ghibli Trend

ChatGPT's daily users in South Korea hit a record 1.25 million, driven by a Ghibli-style image trend, boosting paid subscriptions.

North Korea Issues First-Ever Wildfire Warning Following South Korea’s Devastating Blaze

North Korea issues its first wildfire risk advisory due to strong winds and low precipitation, responding to recent wildfires in South Korea.

OpenAI Now Lets You Make Trump, Musk, or Xi in Any Style You Want

OpenAI's ChatGPT-4o allows free generation of images, including public figures, promoting creativity while addressing ethical concerns.

Lineage2M Goes Big in Southeast Asia with May 20 Launch

NCSOFT will launch Lineage2M in six Southeast Asian countries on May 20, featuring localization and cross-region play.

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