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USFK chief recommends THAAD to Korea
USFK chief recommends THAAD to Korea

U.S. Forces Korea Commander Gen. Curtis Scaparrotti confirmed Tuesday that Washington was considering deploying an advanced missile defense system to South …

Abe may visit N.K. in kidnap probe

TOKYO (AFP) ― Prime Minister Shinzo Abe may visit North Korea, Japan said Tuesday, days after announcing a deal to reopen the probe into Japanese citizens …

Sewol fear sparks interest in self-protection
Sewol fear sparks interest in self-protection

This is the seventh in a series of articles that examine Korean’s preparedness for disasters and social risks in light of the recent Sewol tragedy. ― Ed. …

‘No meaningful talks if N.K. sticks to nuke state claim’
‘No meaningful talks if N.K. sticks to nuke state claim’

A South Korean government official told reporters Monday that a meaningful dialogue in the six-party talks is out of the question as long as Pyongyang keeps …

Arrest warrants issued for two ship inspectors

The Gwangju District Court on Tuesday issued arrest warrants for a senior vessel safety operator of the Korea Shipping Association’s Incheon unit and a …

Memorial to open for victims of Yangon bombing

South Korea this week will unveil a memorial for victims of North Korea’s 1983 bombing in Yangon, Myanmar, officials said Tuesday, in a new sign of progress …

People have more fear of male-named hurricanes
People have more fear of male-named hurricanes

WASHINGTON (AP) ― Which scares you more: Hurricane Victor or Hurricane Victoria? People are slightly less likely to flee an oncoming storm with a feminine …

Voters in 40s hold key to local elections

Voters in their 40s will play a key role in the June 4 local elections with the April 16 ferry tragedy shaking up their already variable party preferences. …

Race for Seoul education chief race still up for grabs

The race for Seoul education chief remained in the realm of uncertainty Tuesday, as lead runner Koh Seung-duk continued to struggle from the aftermath of his …

Election too close to call in crucial battlegrounds

Voters are set to flock to polling stations for the local elections as the ruling Saenuri Party and main opposition New Politics Alliance for Democracy face …

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