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"DodgerHeads" host Jeff Spiegel spoke with Jeeho Yoo of Yonhap News Agency about recent comments from Hyeseong Kim, his expectation of the Los Angeles Dodgers making a trade after signing with the team, a clause in his contract, Shohei Ohtani's popularity in South Korea, and more. ⚾️ New Dodgers bobbleheads: https://foco.vegb.net/3Peb5K ⚾️ Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/LXNAVa ⚾️ BreakingT: BreakingT.com/DodgerBlue ⚾️ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgerheads-by-dodgerblue-com/id1610389381  ⚾️ Twitter: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://twitter.com/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Instagram: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://instagram.com/dodgerblue1958/ ⚾️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/Dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Website: https://dodgerblue.com/ ⚾️ Watch parties: https://www.getplayback.com/room/dodgerblue1958 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

진행자: 간형우, Devin Whiting Shamans and presidents: A history of strange intermixing in South Korean politics 기사 요약: 대통령 후보 시절 손에 '왕'자를 그렸던 윤석열 대통령. 한국 정치사에서 최고의 권력을 쥔 대통령들과 그들이 무속 신앙에 의존했던 방식. [1] For nearly two years leading up to suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol's sudden martial law declaration on Dec. 3, a former military intelligence chief reportedly visited a fortuneteller in Gunsan, North Jeolla Province. suspend: 정지하다 sudden: 갑작스러운 fortuneteller: 역술가 [2] Throughout the course of over 20 visits, he asked about the fate of different military officials, including now-detained ex-Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun and several others who would later be accused of playing key roles in the botched imposition of military rule that night. fate: 운명 detain: 구금하다 botch: 망치다 imposition: (새로운 법률·세금 등의) 시행, 도입 [3] That customer was Noh Sang-won, former chief of the Defense Intelligence Command, according to Yonhap News Agency. Noh was recently referred to the prosecution on insurrection charges and accused of helping Yoon devise his martial law plan. insurrection: 반란 devise: 고안하다 [4] He has also since gained notoriety for initiating what has been nicknamed the "hamburger meeting," in which he called former and current military intelligence officers to gather at a Lotteria fast food branch in Ansan, Gyeonggi Province, to discuss details of the martial law plan, just two days before Yoon issued his decree. notoriety: 악명 initiate: 착수하다 decree: 포고 기사 원문: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10383992

"DodgerHeads" host Jeff Spiegel spoke with Jeeho Yoo of Yonhap News Agency about the Los Angeles Dodgers signing Hyeseong Kim. ⚾️ New Dodgers bobbleheads: https://foco.vegb.net/3Peb5K ⚾️ Homage: https://homage.sjv.io/LXNAVa ⚾️ BreakingT: BreakingT.com/DodgerBlue ⚾️ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dodgerheads-by-dodgerblue-com/id1610389381  ⚾️ Twitter: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://twitter.com/dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Instagram: @DodgerBlue1958 | https://instagram.com/dodgerblue1958/ ⚾️ Facebook: http://facebook.com/Dodgerblue1958 ⚾️ Website: https://dodgerblue.com/ ⚾️ Watch parties: https://www.getplayback.com/room/dodgerblue1958 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolence on Sunday to South Korean acting president Choi Sang-mok over the crash of a Jeju Air passenger plane, which killed 179 people.Xi said he was shocked to learn about the tragedy that caused a significant loss of human lives. On behalf of the Chinese government and the Chinese people, he expressed deep condolences and extended sincere sympathies to the bereaved families, and wished the injured a speedy recovery.The twin-engine Boeing 737-800, arriving from Bangkok, Thailand, with 175 passengers and six crew members on board, belly-landed and veered off the runway, bursting into flames as it plowed its way through a concrete wall at Muan International Airport, about 288 kilometers southwest of Seoul, shortly after 9 am.The crash, which took place in Muan county, South Jeolla province, is the deadliest aviation accident ever on South Korean soil, and the third-most fatal by death toll involving a South Korean airline, Yonhap News Agency reported.Domestic and international flight operations at Muan airport will stay suspended until Wednesday, the local news agency said.In an emergency meeting on Sunday evening, Choi declared national mourning period until midnight on Saturday. The acting president, who visited the crash site, said the government was putting all its resources into dealing with the accident.Joo Jong-wan, a senior South Korean Transport Ministry official, said that workers have retrieved the flight data and cockpit voice recorders of the plane's black box, which will be examined by government experts investigating the cause of the crash and fire.Footage of the crash aired by South Korean television channels showed the plane skidding across the runway at high speed with its landing gear still closed, overrunning the buffer zone, and then colliding head-on with the wall, triggering an explosion.Lee Jeong-hyeon, chief of the Muan fire station, told a televised briefing that the plane was completely destroyed, with only the tail assembly remaining recognizable among the wreckage.Investigators are looking into various possible factors behind the crash, including bird strike and bad weather, Lee said. Yonhap cited airport authorities as saying a bird strike may have caused the landing gear to malfunction.Of the 175 passengers on board, two were Thai nationals and the rest were all South Koreans, and they all died in the crash, according to local media reports. The youngest passenger was 3 years old and the eldest 78.The two survivors were both crew members, a man and a woman, whose conditions health officials said were not life-threatening.Jeju Air CEO Kim E-bae issued an apology and extended condolences to families who lost their loved ones. "Regardless of the cause, I take full responsibility as the CEO," he said.Kim said the aircraft had no record of accidents and there were no early signs of malfunction, adding that the airline will cooperate with investigators and make supporting the bereaved families its top priority.Boeing said in an emailed statement: "We are in contact with Jeju Air regarding flight 2216 and stand ready to support them. We extend our deepest condolences to the families who lost loved ones, and our thoughts remain with the passengers and crew."The Jeju Air flight departed from Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi International Airport at 1:30 am and was scheduled to land in Muan at around 8:30 am. Kerati Kijmanawat, president of Airports of Thailand, said no abnormal conditions were reported during take-off.A Thai government spokesman said that two Thai women, age 22 and 45, were on the plane, adding that more details about the passengers were being verified.Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expressed her condolences to the bereaved families and sympathies for the injured in a post on X. She said she had instructed the Thai Foreign Ministry to provide assistance.The Muan crash is one of the deadliest disasters in South Korea's aviation history. The last time South Korea suffered a large-scale air disaster was in 1997, when a Korean Airline plane crashed in Guam, killing 228 people on board.

진행자: 홍유, Elise Youn   Fear of deepfake porn chat rooms on Telegram targeting indiscriminate women grips nation   [1] Numerous chat rooms on Telegram suspected of creating and distributing deepfake pornographic material with doctored photos of ordinary women have been discovered recently, stoking fear and outrage across the country. doctored: 조작된, 변조된 stoke: 감정을 더 부추기다   [2] Many victims in these chat rooms -- one of which was found to have over 133,000 members -- were believed to be minors, including middle and high school students, as well as university students, teachers and even military personnel. victim: 피해자 minor: 미성년자   [3] Through reporting, Yonhap News Agency has learned of the existence of numerous chat rooms of such disturbing nature on Telegram categorized by different university names throughout the country. existence: 존재 disturbing: 충격적인, 불안감을 주는   [4] According to a list of such chat rooms being circulated over Telegram and online communities, over 100 themed on individual university campuses have already been created online. circulate: 순환하다, 순환시키다   기사원문: https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20240826050649

Lee Jae-myung, leader of South Korea's main opposition Democratic Party, was injured on Tuesday after being stabbed in the neck by a man in his 60s during a visit to the southeastern port city of Busan.While taking questions from reporters at about 10:27 am after touring the construction site of a new airport in Busan, Lee was stabbed on the left side of his neck and collapsed on the floor with blood.Citing medical staff in Busan, a Democratic Party spokesman said in a televised news briefing that Lee's jugular vein, which carries blood from the head to the heart, was believed to have been damaged.An unnamed Busan hospital official was quoted by Yonhap News Agency as saying that if the carotid artery, which supplies blood to the head, was damaged, it would have become a life-threatening injury.Lee reportedly suffered a laceration of around one and a half centimeters.He was transported by helicopter to a hospital in Seoul for surgery after receiving emergency treatment in Busan.Video footage showed that the assailant approached Lee asking for an autograph and then stabbed him in the left neck. People around Lee wrestled the attacker to the ground before the police officers arrested him at the scene.About 20 minutes after the attack, Lee was taken to a nearby hospital in a conscious state.The assailant, identified only by his surname Kim in his 60s, told the police that he had the intention of killing the Democratic Party leader, local media reported citing the Busan metropolitan police agency.Kim purchased the knife about 18 centimeters long on the internet last year. He had no other criminal record.South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol ordered the police and relevant authorities to rapidly find out the truth and make every effort to support Lee for his treatment, according to the presidential office.Yoon stressed that such violent acts should never be tolerated under any circumstances.A former governor of Gyeonggi Province, Lee narrowly lost to Yoon, a former chief prosecutor, in the 2022 presidential election. He has led the main opposition party since August 2022.South Korea's next parliamentary elections are slated for April.Source: Xinhua

With this year's MLB free agent market enlivened by international players, Ben Lindbergh talks to three guests about three baseball-rich countries. First, Jeeho Yoo of the Yonhap News Agency joins to discuss the response in South Korea to Jung Hoo Lee 이정후's signing, Shin-Soo Choo 추신수's forthcoming retirement, the legendary career of Choi Dong-won, and […]

Korea24 – 2023.01.02. (Monday) News Briefing: President Yoon Suk Yeol, in a speech marking New Year’s Day, pledged to turn the economy around, focusing on exports. At a meeting with the country’s top officials on Monday, he stressed the need to push ahead with three key reforms in labor, education, and the national pension. (Daniel Choy) In-Depth News Analysis: North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile at 2:50 a.m. Sunday, the first day of the year. This came as the North Korea wrapped up a key party meeting with leader Kim Jong-un vowing to increase the production of nuclear warheads “exponentially.” Dr. Choi Kang, President at the Asan Institute for Policy Studies joins the show to share his analysis on the comments and on the inter-Korean relations for the year 2023. Korea Trending with Diane Yoo: 1. US News published its annual "Best Countries" rankings, where S. Korea was ranked sixth in the "Power" category, and 20th overall. S. Korea's economic influence, strong exports, and strong military were among the factors that attributed to this result. (한국, 美매체 선정 '세계 강대국 순위' 6위) 2. The controversy surrounding suspects’ photos revealed along with their identity has been brought to light again, after the ID photo of a man who allegedly murdered his ex-girlfriend and a taxi driver is said to be quite different from what he looks like now. (동거녀, 택시기사 살해 혐의 이기영 사진 '실물과 딴판' 논란) 3. The entertainment has another power couple, with actor Lee Jong-suk and singer/actor IU(Lee Ji-eun) confirming their relationship over the weekend. (아이유-이종석 열애 인정) Sports with Yoo Jee-ho: Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency brings us news from the baseball world, where the provisional roster of 35 players for the World Baseball Classic is set to be announced. Meanwhile, Suwon Samsung’s Oh Hyeon-gyu, who was the emergency backup player for the Qatar World Cup, has been offered a deal from the Scottish club Celtic, while the team wants him to remain for at least another year. In women’s volleyball, first place Hyundai E&C is back in the win column after Hwang Youn-joo scored 17 points in their match against IBK. Morning Edition Preview with Rich Larkin: - The Korea Times : CES to return at full scale, with 550 Korean firms participating (Park Jae-hyuk) - The Korea Herald : At least 15 otters found confirmed to be living along the Han River (Choi Jae-hee)

Korea24 – 2022.12.26 (Monday) News Briefing: Suspected North Korean drones crossed the inter-Korean border on Monday, prompting South Korea to launch warplanes in response. (Daniel Choy) In-Depth News Analysis: Peter Landers, Tokyo Bureau chief for the Wall Street Journal and Prof. Lim Eun-jung from Kong-ju National University join us on the line to discuss the geopolitical ramifications of Japan’s decision to adopt a new national security strategy, including plans to develop a “counterstrike capability." Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. South Korea has confirmed its first death from a brain-eating amoeba called “Naegleria fowleri.” (국내 첫 사망 나온 '뇌먹는 아메바'는…"수영 통해 드물게 감염") 2. Incheon police are investigating an incident involving 3 high school girls crashing into a bus while riding a single e-scooter without a license. (음주+무면허 여고생 3명 탄 킥보드, 버스에 충돌) 3. Actor Song Joong-ki’s agency has confirmed that he is in a relationship, after reports emerged that he was dating a British woman. (송중기, 일반인 여성과 열애 인정) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency wraps up the year in sport, from the Beijing Winter Olympics to the Qatar World Cup. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - The Korea Herald: Songeun Art Award shortlists 20 artists for grand prize (Park Yuna) - The Korea Times: Ju Ji-hoon reveals why he chose mid-budget film (Kwak Yeon-soo)

Korea24 – 2022.12.19. (Monday) News Briefing: North Korea's claims that the MRBM launch it conducted on Sunday was an "important, final phase" test to put a military reconnaissance satellite into space. (Daniel Choy) In-Depth News Analysis : According to a recent report released by the Ministry of Health and Welfare, over 3,300 people died lonely deaths(고독사) in South Korea last year, and this number has been continuously growing. Reporter Seo Ji-eun from the Korea Joongang Daily joins the show to discuss the issue. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Roh-So-young, the wife of SK Group Chairperson Chey Tae-won, appealed a court's divorce ruling which ordered him to pay 66.5 billion won in property division and an alimony of 100 million won. (노소영 "SK주식 혼인 중 샀다" 665억원 분할 불복 항소) 2. A local court handed down a suspended sentence to a man in his twenties who had been stalking a mother and her ten-year-old son. They were complete strangers. The suspended sentence was because of the man's expression of remorse, and his intellectual disability. (양구서 생면부지 10세 아동과 친모 따라다니며 스토킹한 20대) 3. Trains running on Paris Metro's Line 1 will have announcements warning passengers of pickpockets available in Korean. The S.Korean Embassy in France worked with the operator RATP to have the announcements on when the capital sees a surge in tourists. ("조심하세요"…파리 지하철역서 한국말 방송 나온다, 무슨 내용) Monday Sports Roundup : Sports journalist Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency begins with Argentina’s victory at the Qatar World Cup. He then brings us news of speed skater Kim Min-sun continuing her winning streak and swimmer Hwang Sun-woo defending his title despite an injury. Morning Edition Preview with Katie Suh: In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Hwang Dong-hee writes about the revival of a Joseon Royal Banquet that was held in 1902.

Korea24 – 2022.12.12 (Monday) News Briefing: Negotiations between the rival political parties over the 2023 budget ahead of Thursday’s deadline have hit an impasse following the opposition party’s unilateral passage of a motion calling for the dismissal of the interior minister. (Daniel Choy) In-Depth News Analysis: The second vice foreign minister Lee Do-hoon set off for Washington on Sunday to hold talks with US officials on economic issues, with the Inflation Reduction Act top of the agenda. It’s the latest in a series of talks on the bill, which will exclude electric vehicles assembled outside North America from tax subsidies, and is set to hit Korean automakers. To discuss the bill and where the two sides stand on the issue, Professor Choi Won-mog from Ewha Law School joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Tenants of some one-thousand villas and officetels in the Seoul metro area have been unable to get their jeonse key money deposit back after the owner of the properties suddenly died. ('빌라왕' 급사에 전세보험 든 세입자도 발 동동...원희룡도 나섰다) 2. 97 hooded cranes have been found dead near Suncheon Bay in South Jeolla Province in less than a month, all infected with the H5N1 bird flu. (변종 AI에 멸종위기종 흑두루미 집단폐사) 3. Jin of the K-pop group BTS revealed a photo of his buzz cut ahead of his mandatory military service training, which begins on Tuesday. (13일 BTS 진 입대···군, 종합상황실 운영) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports journalist Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency returns after covering the World Cup. He tells us about his experience in Qatar, as well as discuss some of the latest sporting headlines, including golfer Ryu Hae-ran’s qualification to the LPGA Tour, boxer Manny Pacquiao's recent exhibition bout in Korea, and controversial American infielder Addison Russell’s return to the KBO. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Park Ga-young reports on the Philharmonic Orchestra of Strasbourg’s upcoming tour of South Korea. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a piece by Kwak Yeon-soo on Hollywood director James Cameron’s press conference in Seoul for the sequel to Avatar.

Korea24 – 2022.11.14 (Monday) News Briefing: The leaders of South Korea, the U.S. and Japan met on the sidelines of ASEAN-led multilateral forums in Cambodia, adopting a joint statement covering security and economic issues. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: President Yoon Suk Yeol, U.S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida adopted a joint statement after a trilateral meeting in Cambodia on Sunday, pledging to further bolster trilateral solidarity, whilst strongly condemning North Korea’s provocations. President Yoon also held separate bilateral meetings with both leaders. To discuss the implications of the meetings, particularly for Seoul-Tokyo relations, Timothy Martin from The Wall Street Journal and Professor Brad Glosserman from the Center for Rule-Making Strategies at Tama University joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Prosecutors are seeking a 3 year prison sentence for former YG Entertainment CEO, Yang Hyun-suk, on charges of threatening an informant who testified against one of the label’s artists. ("너 하나 죽이는 건 일도 아냐" 보복 협박 혐의 양현석, 징역 3년 구형) 2. South Korean pianist Lee Hyuk won first prize at the renowned Long-Thibaud Competition in France. (피아니스트 이혁, 프랑스 롱티보 콩쿠르 공동 1위) 3. Jungkook, a member of the K-Pop group BTS, will perform at the opening ceremony of the Qatar football World Cup on Sunday. (BTS 정국, 카타르 월드컵 개막식 무대 선다) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports journalist Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to take a look at the final lineup for the South Korean national football squad heading to the 2022 Qatar World Cup. We also wrap-up the Korean Series, and discuss the impact that Kim Yeon-koung is having on the Korean women’s volleyball league in drawing spectators and winning games. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Hwang Dong-hee reports on the rising popularity of audio dramas in South Korea. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features the winning essays from its 18th English Economic Essay Contest on how financial companies can attract MZ Generation customers and possible ESG management ideas for financial companies.

Korea24 – 2022.11.07 (Monday) News Briefing: President Yoon Suk Yeol has vowed to get to the bottom of what went wrong in the authorities' response to the Itaewon crowd crush tragedy. Meanwhile, police have opened investigations into six high-level officials on suspicions of gross negligence related to the incident. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever global status report on physical activity last month and it warned that nearly 500 million people worldwide will develop heart disease, diabetes, obesity and other noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) between 2020 and 2030 due to a lack of physical activity, unless governments take urgent action. To talk more about the report, Dr. Rudiger Krech, the Director for Health Promotion at the WHO joins us via video. Korea Trending with Dianne Yoo: 1. A man accused of being the instigator of the Itaewon crowd crush tragedy has denied the allegations and is threatening legal action. (이태원 참사 '토끼 머리띠' 남성 "얼굴 공개한 사람들 다 고소”) 2. Two miners rescued from a collapsed mine in Bonghwa County after being trapped for nine days are quickly recovering, according to their families and doctors. (‘기적 생환’ 봉화 광부 수일 내 퇴원…오늘 합동 감식) 3. Twitter laid off 50% of its employees last Friday in response to a “massive drop in revenue”, according to its new owner, Elon Musk. (머스크, 트위터 인수 일주일만에 직원 절반 해고…유엔은 "인권 경영" 경고) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports journalist Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line for the latest on Son Heung-min’s facial injury, which is threatening his participation at the 2022 Qatar World Cup. He also updates us on the KBO Korea Series between the Kiwoom Heroes and SSG Landers tied at 2-2, and figure skater Kim Ye-lim’s silver at the ISU Grand Prix. Morning Edition Preview with Walter Lee: - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features data which shows that the number of households in Seoul is set to decline from 2030. - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Lee Gyu-lee reports on how over-the-top (OTT) services are seeking to diversify their business portfolios to compete with their competitors.

Singers Billie Eilish and Jesse Rutherford made their relationship red carpet official on Saturday night. The pair donned Gucci pyjamas and wrapped themselves in a Gucci blanket at LACMA's 11th annual Art + Film Gala in Los Angeles County Museum. (Gucci is the event sponsor.) Backstreet Boys paused their show at London's O2 Arena on Sunday to pay tribute to Aaron Carter, who was found dead Saturday in his California home. He was 34. Jin of BTS could begin serving in the South Korean military as early as next month. The singer, who turns 30 on Dec. 4, has cancelled his request to postpone enlistment, according to a report published Friday by the Yonhap News Agency. Original Articles by John R. Kennedy: Billie Eilish Hits Red Carpet With Jesse Rutherford BTS Member Jin Set To Begin Military Service Backstreet Boys Pay Tribute To Aaron Carter

Korea24 – 2022.10.24 (Monday) News Briefing: The prosecution has carried out a raid of a think tank inside the Democratic Party headquarters as part of its probe into Kim Yong, the former aide of DP chair Lee Jae-myung. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Chinese President Xi Jinping has emerged from the Communist Party congress with his grip on power stronger than ever. He secured a historic third term as party leader and appointed all his most loyal political allies to the key posts. To discuss the key takeaways from the twice-a-decade party meeting and the geopolitical implications, Professor Choo Jae-woo from the Department of Chinese Studies at Kyunghee University joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The presidential office on Sunday revealed its new logo and corporate identity. (대통령실, 5개월 만에 CI 공개…용산 청사·봉황·무궁화 형상화) 2. A Korean Air flight overran the runway of Mactan-Cebu International Airport in the Philippines amid poor weather conditions on Sunday. (대한항공 여객기, 필리핀 공항서 활주로 이탈···인명피해 없어) 3. The PyeongChang 2018 Legacy Foundation announced that figure skating legend Kim Yuna will serve as a trainer for the “Play Winter Sports Academy” next month. (피겨퀸 김연아, 결혼 후 첫 활동은...'꿈나무 지도') Monday Sports Round-up: In the KBO, the Kiwoom Heroes is set to face the LG Twins in a best-of-five series to see who will secure a place in the Korean Series. Meanwhile, in the K-league, the promotion-relegation playoffs are set to take place this week. And Lydia Ko won the LPGA Tour’s BMW Ladies Championship on Sunday. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency briefs us on these stories. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Hwang Dong-hee reports on the Korean independent film “Jeong-sun” winning two awards at the 17th Rome International Film Festival. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Lee Hyo-jin on the Korean government and the World Health Organization (WHO) jointly hosting the 2022 World Bio Summit in Seoul.

Korea24 – 2022.10.17 (Monday) News Briefing: KakaoTalk, a messenger app used by 90% of South Koreans, was disrupted over the weekend as a fire broke out at a data center. The app’s related services were also heavily impacted, creating social havoc. The National Security Office has decided to form a pan-government cybersecurity task force to respond to the issue. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Last week, North Korea fired hundreds of artillery shots to the East and West Sea buffer zones, arguing it was in protest of the South’s shelling in Cheorwon. Meanwhile, South Korea began its annual Hoguk exercise staged in the second half of the year. Chun In-Bum, retired Lieutenant General of the South Korean army, joins us over the line to discuss the significance of last week’s provocations, the Korean government’s responses to it, and the prospects of the inter-Korean relationship. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Kim Geun-sik, who had served 15 years in prison for raping eleven minors and was set to be released, was arrested on Sunday for another sexual assault charge. The new charge is about another raping case by Kim in 2006. (출소 하루 앞두고… ‘미성년자 연쇄 성폭행’ 김근식 구속) 2. An Indo-Pacific Bottlenose Dolphin named Bibongi(비봉이) was released back into the wild after 17 years. The 23-year-old dolphin was released from waters off Jeju Island on Sunday. (17년만에 고향 바다로…남방큰돌고래 비봉이 오늘 방류) 3. The popular KBS TV program “National Singing Contest” aired its first episode with comedian Kim Shin-young succeeding the late Song Hae, who had hosted the show for 34 years. (김신영 진행 전국노래자랑 첫방송) Monday Sports Roundup: Ulsan Hyundai FC finally became the champions of K League 1 football for the first time in 17 years! Ulsan’s title means Jeonbuk’s run of five straight championships has come to an end. Sports reporter Yoo Jeeho from Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to tell us about the K League 1 championship, KBO postseason games, and what to look for in the starting KBL season. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow's Korea Herald, Lee Yoon-seo writes about a recent report that found people in South Korea consume ramyeon 1.7 times a week. - The Korea Times has an article by Park Han-sol, introducing a media art exhibition being held in Seoul to show the 100-year history of Haribo, the jelly brand.

Korea24 – 2022.09.26 (Monday) News Briefing: South Korean stock markets nosedived on Monday amid the weakening Korean won against the US dollar. The KOSPI and KOSDAQ plunged more than 3 and 5 percent respectively. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: North Korea fired one unidentified ballistic missile toward the East Sea on Sunday morning, according to South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff. It comes after the USS Ronald Reagan carrier strike group arrived in Busan on Friday to hold combined drills with the South Korean Navy. To assess the ramifications of the North's latest provocation, retired US Army Special Forces Colonel and Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, David Maxwell, joins us in the studio. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A girl believed to be the daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un appeared on stage at an official event in Pyongyang recently, according to the Daily Mail. ("北김정은 딸 추정 소녀, 정권 수립 기념 행사서 무대 올라") 2. Two Liberian officials visiting Busan for an international forum have been arrested for the alleged sexual assault of two minors. (부산서 여중생 성폭행한 라이베리아 공무원 구속) 3. Blackpink has become the first K-pop girl group to top the Billboard 200 albums chart with their second album “Born Pink”. (블랙핑크, K팝 걸그룹 최초 빌보드 메인 앨범차트 1위) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports journalist Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to go over South Korea’s 2-2 draw with Costa Rica last Friday, as well as preview Tuesday’s match against Cameroon, the last of Korea’s World Cup tuneup matches. We also discuss the fight for the playoff spots in the KBO and how Korean golfers fared in the Presidents Cup. Morning Edition Preview with Chris Welsh: - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Yoon Min-sik on the continuing influence of YouTube in Korean politics.

Korea24 – 2022.09.05 (Monday) News Briefing: Super Typhoon Hinnamnor is expected to make landfall in South Korea on Tuesday morning, with the southern regions and Jeju island to be hit hardest. (KOO Hee-jin) In-Depth News Analysis: South Korea's defense ministry caused a stir last week after it backtracked on a plan to consider conducting a public survey on whether the K-Pop boy band BTS should be given an exemption from the nation’s military service. The issue has also gained traction as the oldest member, Jin, is in line to face enlistment this December. To get some perspectives on this issue, Retired Lieutenant General Chun In-bum from the South Korean army and Bernie Cho, the President of DFSB Kollective, an Artist and Label Services agency, joins us in the studio. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The government plans to grant 4.24 billion won in reward money to the researchers behind the country's first homegrown rocket Nuri and the first lunar orbiter Danuri. (누리호·다누리호 연구진 포상금 42억) 2. Members of the farming community in Brazil, where five Korean children were found dead in April, have reportedly described the deaths as a “gift to God.” ('한국 어린이 5명 사망' 브라질 집단농장…"아이들 죽음은 예물") 3. Actor Lee You-mi won a prize at this year’s Creative Arts Emmy Awards for her guest role in the Netflix series “Squid Game.” ('오징어 게임' 이유미, 美 에미상 게스트상 수상) Monday Sports Round-up: In K League football, last-place Seongnam FC stunned leaders Ulsan Hyundai FC with a 2-0 win on Sunday. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to tell us about the upset, as well as Son Heung-min’s continuing goal drought, and the LG Twins making a run at first place in the KBO. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Park Han-sol reports on “Frieze Seoul”, a massive international air fair that took place at COEX in Seoul. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Lee Si-jin on how companies are looking to expand the global presence of Korean webtoons.

Korea24 – 2022.08.29. (Monday) News Briefing: The new leader of the main opposition Democratic Party, Lee Jae-myung, has pledged to proactively work with the Yoon Suk Yeol administration to improve people’s livelihoods. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: South Korea's daily COVID-19 case count has been trending downward in recent days, falling below 50,000 new cases reported on Monday. Despite this, the number of critical patients and deaths remain high. Meanwhile, the government is expected to announce this week its vaccination plan for the second half of the year. To get some expert analysis on where the country stands in its battle against COVID-19, Dr. Kim Seungtaek from Institut Pasteur Korea joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The Cultural Heritage Administration and Italian luxury brand Gucci have canceled an upcoming fashion show at Gyeongbok Palace, amid controversy over a photoshoot at Cheong Wa Dae. (청와대 화보 논란에... 문화재청, 구찌 경복궁 패션쇼 취소) 2. An option for multi-use containers will be added for food delivery apps serving Seoul this week, in order to reduce plastic waste. (이제 배달음식도 다회용기로…강남구부터 서비스 시작) 3. The first US lunar mission in 50 years, Artemis 1, is set to lift off on Monday. (50년 만의 달 탐사…‘아르테미스’ 오늘 밤 첫 발사) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to update us on footballer Hwang Ui-jo’s transfer to Nottingham Forest and subsequent loan to Olympiacos FC, Son Heung-min’s goalless run in the Premier League, golfer Im Sung-jae’s runner-up finish at the Tour Championship, and high jumper Woo Sang-hyeok’s disappointing finish in the Diamond League. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Kim Rahn reports on a new museum on Jeju island which has attracted foreign tourists after an exhibition with the theme of "Diaspora and All Minority of the World" was on display. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a piece by Park Yuna on artist Kim young-eun and her exhibition called “Frames of Sound.”

Korea24 – 2022.08.22. (Monday) News Briefing: The Korean won continued to fall against the US dollar, closing at 1,339.80. It also surpassed the 1,340 mark during the day’s session for the first time in 13 years. (Tom McCarthy) In-Depth News Analysis: US President Joe Biden signed into law the 740 billion-dollar Inflation Reduction Act last week, which seeks to tamp down on inflation and tackle climate change. Included in the plan are tax credits for electric vehicles(EV), but only for those assembled in North America, dealing a blow to South Korean carmakers which manufacture all of their EVs at home. To learn more about the situation, Cho Jae-hwan, a car journalist for Economic Review, joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The police have confirmed that the woman believed to be the mother of two children whose bodies were found in a suitcase in New Zealand earlier this month is currently residing in South Korea. (뉴질랜드 가방 속 아동 시신···“어머니 추정 여성 한국에”) 2. Police are investigating the head of an entertainment agency after he allegedly forced trainees to send photos of themselves in underwear every week. (연습생에게 속옷사진 요구한 기획사 대표 경찰 수사 착수) 3. The annual “Space-out” Competition in Seoul, where participants are judged on how well they sit and do nothing, will be held for the first time in three years. ('한강 멍때리기 대회' 내달 4일 잠수교서 3년 만에 개최) Monday Sports Round-up: Three games into the new Premier League season, last season’s Golden Boot winner, Son Heung-min of Tottenham Hotspur, has yet to score. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to brief us on Son’s goalless start to the season, as well as the latest from the K League, the KBO and the PGA Tour. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Park Jun-hee reports on how K-pop idols are finding more opportunities in musical theater in recent years. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Kwak Yeon-soo on Brad Pitt’s fourth visit to Korea to promote his upcoming film “Bullet Train” with co-star Aaron Taylor-Johnson.

Korea24 – 2022.08.08. (Monday) News Briefing: On his return from vacation and amid falling approval ratings, President Yoon Suk Yeol has said he will uphold the people’s wishes while maintaining the original intentions for his presidency. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Tensions around Taiwan have ramped up to unprecedented levels following US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to the island. China has carried out days of military exercises, imposed various trade sanctions, and also cut ties with Washington over various cooperation initiatives. Meanwhile, South Korea’s foreign minister is set to hold talks with his Beijing counterpart in China this week. To discuss the current regional tensions, Professor David Arase of the Hopkins-Nanjing Center joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The Cultural Heritage Administration plans to take legal action against Gimhae city for damaging one of the world's largest dolmen in recent restoration work. (문화재청 "세계 최대 고인돌 훼손, 김해시에 법적조치") 2. Two subway train operators in Seoul are facing disciplinary action for waving at each other while operating their trains near a station. (마주 오던 열차와 '손 인사'…기관사들 징계 '안전운전 소홀’) 3. Around 50 Nomura’s jellyfish appeared in waters off Gijang County in Busan last Saturday, stinging dozens of visitors at a beach. (해수욕장에 나타난 대형 해파리 50마리…피서객 수십 명 쏘여) Monday Sports Round-up: 20-year-old Kim Joo-hyung claimed his first PGA Tour title in North Carolina on Sunday. He is the 9th Korean player to win on the tour and the youngest. We learn more about the rising star with sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency, as well as the latest from the Premier League, K League and the KBO. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald has a feature by Yim Hyun-su on the debate among scientists over the safety of radiation in electronic neck fans. - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Lee Hae-rin reports on the 2022 World Taekwondo Junior Championships where South Korea secured 14 medals, including 10 golds.

Korea24 – 2022.08.01. (Monday) News Briefing: South Korea logged a trade deficit for the fourth consecutive month in July, the longest streak in 14 years, despite record exports for the month of July. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: South Korean Defense Minister Lee Jong-sup and his US counterpart Lloyd Austin announced last Friday an agreement to expand joint military drills and resume the strategic dialogue on extended deterrence. It came after North Korean leader Kim Jong-un used fiery rhetoric to threaten the allies in a speech to mark the 69th anniversary of the Korean War armistice. For expert analysis on the tensions on the Korean Peninsula, Dr. Bruce Bennett, an adjunct international and defense researcher at the RAND Corporation, joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The number of people in South Korea living in non-family households (living with people who are not relatives) exceeded 1 million for the first time last year. ('친구나 애인끼리 거주'…친족 아닌 가구원 100만명 돌파) 2. A Mongolian man in his 20s has died while dismantling the stage of singer Psy’s annual concert “Summer Swag” on Sunday. (싸이 '흠뻑쇼', 이번엔 무대 철거 사망 사고) 3. K-pop girl group Blackpink have announced that their highly-anticipated second studio album will be released in September. (블랙핑크, 8월→10월 컴백 프로젝트 공개) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to help preview the new Premier League season for Son Heung-min at Tottenham Hotspur after his last Golden Boot winning campaign. We also look at defender Kim Min-jae’s transfer to Napoli and the latest updates from the K League and KBO. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Chae Jae-hee reports on “Hachi Patrol”, a neighborhood patrol squad made up of dogs and their owners in Seoul’s Gangdong-gu District. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features an article by Park Han-sol on “Poet’s Room”, a VR film about the acclaimed poet Yun Dong-ju, which has been invited to compete in the 79th Venice International Film Festival.

Korea24 – 2022.07.25. (Monday) News Briefing: Interior minister Lee Sang-min has hinted that the National Police Agency will investigate the "illegality" of a recent meeting of police station chiefs, held in opposition to the ministry's launch of a new unit to oversee the police. (Jenny Na) In-Depth News Analysis: Washington has reportedly given Seoul until the end of August to decide on whether to join an alliance of chip-making nations and regions, dubbed "Chip 4" or "Fab 4", which also include semiconductor powerhouses Japan and Taiwan. However, holding up Seoul’s decision is China’s opposition to the alliance. To brief us on the situation, we are joined on the line by reporter Kan Hyeong-woo (간형우), from the Korea Herald. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Seoul officials have warned local residents to stay clear of raccoon dogs that have been terrorizing people in the city in recent months. (서울 도심 너구리 습격에 주민 피범벅 상처..."공존 대책 필요") 2. Olympic gold medalist and figure skating legend Kim Yuna and vocal quartet Forestella's Ko Woo-rim announced their engagement on Monday. (피겨퀸 김연아, 10월 결혼…성악가 고우림과 웨딩마치) 3. A hackberry tree featured on the popular ENA TV series “Extraordinary Attorney Woo,” is being considered to become a national natural monument. (드라마 ‘우영우’에 나온 팽나무, 천연기념물 지정 조사 나선다) Monday Sports Round-up: South Korea’s men’s and women’s football teams have had contrasting fortunes at their respective EAFF E-1 Championships in Japan so far. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to brief us on their progress. We also look at the latest from the KBO, and controversy over Olympic speed skater Kim Min-seok allegedly driving under the influence last week. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Kim Hae-yeon reports on an online royal palace tour program called “Gung On,” hosted by The Cultural Heritage Administration and the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation.

Korea24 – 2022.07.18. (Monday) News Briefing: The Unification Ministry has released video footage of the controversial 2019 repatriation of two North Korean fishermen, following photos that were released last week. (Jenny NA) In-Depth News Analysis: Last Thursday, the Constitutional Court held an open hearing on whether the death penalty is constitutional. This comes after a district court handed down a rare death sentence last month for a double murder case. Although capital punishment is still permissable under Korean law, an execution has not been carried out for 25 years. Thursday’s hearing was the first of its kind in 12 years after it was twice ruled constitutional in 1996 and 2010. To learn more about the situation, Law Professor Park Yong-chul at Sogang University joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A student at Inha University in Incheon has been arrested for the alleged rape and death of a female classmate. ('인하대 여대생 추락사' 피의자 구속…도주 우려) 2. The body of a 9-month-old baby was found in the Imjin River in Paju, Gyeonggi Province on Saturday, thought to have drifted downstream from North Korea. (보름새 3명째 아이 시신 둥둥…北서 떠내려 왔을 가능성도) 3. The Hollywood couple Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck tied the knot on Saturday, 18 years after they called off their initial engagement. (제니퍼 로페즈·벤 애플렉 결혼…파혼 18년만에 재결합) Monday Sports Round-up: Son Heung-min and Tottenham Hotspur wrapped up a memorable preseason tour in South Korea, bringing enjoyment to the fans both on and off the pitch. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to look back on their trip, as well as preview the EAFF E-1 Football Championships and the second half of the KBO season. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features an interview by Kwak Yeon-su with Director Choi Dong-hoon on his new movie "Alienoid”, a sci-fi action fantasy. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Park Yuna previews the Busan Biennale 2022, and its unveiled theme “We, on the Rising Wave” embodying the turbulent history of Busan.

Korea24 – 2022.07.11. (Monday) News Briefing: President Yoon Suk Yeol appointed Kim Joo-hyun as the new chief of the Financial Services Commission on Monday. Kim is the fourth person to be appointed by Yoon without a confirmation hearing. (Jenny NA) In-Depth News Analysis: Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest-serving former prime minister, died last Friday after he was shot whilst giving a campaign speech in the western city of Nara. Despite this tragedy, the country went ahead with its upper house elections on Sunday, where the ruling Liberal Democratic Party won comfortably. To talk more about Abe's legacy and the impact his loss will have on the Japanese political scene, Michelle Ye Hee Lee, the Washington Post's Tokyo and Seoul bureau chief, joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The year’s biggest supermoon is expected to be visible on Wednesday night. (14일 새벽 올해 가장 크고 둥근 보름달 뜬다) 2. Residents at an apartment complex in Gyeonggi province caused controversy after they set up an inflatable swimming pool in the communal area for their personal use. (경기 동탄 아파트에 워터파크 연 주민) 3. Renowned pianist Cho Seong-jin will hold a concert in Seoul next month, where he will perform both Chopin Piano Concertos No 1 and 2 for the first time in South Korea. (조성진, 내달 연세대 노천극장서 쇼팽 피아노협주곡 전곡 선보인다) Monday Sports Round-up: Korean football fans are eagerly awaiting a series of exhibition matches set to take place in Seoul this week, featuring national team captain Son Heung-min’s club team, Tottenham Hotspur. They will take on Team K League and Sevilla FC. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to preview the series. He also updates us on the latest from the KBO, and high jumper Woo Sang-hyeok looking to make history at the World Athletics Championships. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Park Han-sol writes about Daeseong-dong, the most secluded village in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), will appear in an upcoming online comedy-drama series. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Lee Si-jin on the surge in popularity of LGBT content in South Korea that is influencing perceptions of sexual minorities.

Korea24 – 2022.07.04. (Monday) News Briefing: Rival political parties broke a month-long deadlock in negotiations, agreeing on terms to elect a new National Assembly speaker and formation of parliamentary committees. Kim Jin-pyo, a five-term lawmaker of the main opposition Democratic Party (DP) has been elected as the new speaker. (Jenny NA) In-Depth News Analysis: Following the US Supreme Court's controversial decision to overturn abortion rights last month, in South Korea questions are being asked about the country’s own situation on the issue. Despite the Constitutional Court decriminalinizing abortion in 2019, public confusion continues as relevant laws have yet to be devised. Reporter Kim Arin from the Korea Herald joins us on the line for an overview on the situation. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. South Korea has started a pilot program for paid sick leave in 6 regions across the country. ("아프면 쉬어도 돼요" 4일부터 6곳서 '상병수당' 시범사업) 2. An infestation of Plecia nearctica, commonly known as lovebugs, has struck areas in northwest Seoul. ('러브버그' 도시 점령) 3. More than 30,000 people have unsubscribed from YouTube star Park Makrye’s channel “Korea_Grandma”, due to controversies related to her granddaughter’s fiance. (하루에 1만 명 빠져...박막례 할머니, '구독 취소' 왜?) Monday Sports Round-up: In the football K League, Ulsan Hyundai FC’s lead at the top has dropped to 5 points with Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors on their tails once again. Meanwhile, in baseball, the starters for the KBO All-Star Game have been announced. And in volleyball, Korea went winless in the Women’s Nations League. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency updates us on these stories. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Park Han-sol reports on how a hand-woven vessel made by artist Jeong Da-hye was awarded the prestigious Loewe Foundation Craft Prize. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Lee Seung-ku on plans by the National Police Agency to deploy robots, automated cars, and exoskeleton suits by 2050.

Korea24 – 2022.06.27. (Monday) News Briefing: President Yoon Suk-yeol has departed for Spain to attend the NATO summit. He will be meeting with various world leaders, including a three-way summit with the US and Japan on the sidelines. (Emilee JENNINGS) In-Depth News Analysis: The first case of Monkeypox was reported in South Korea last week. A South Korean national, who arrived at Incheon International Airport from Germany, tested positive for the virus. In response, health authorities raised the infectious disease alert level by one notch to the second-lowest in its four-tier scheme. To learn more about the virus and the risk to South Korea, Dr. Kim Seung-taek (김승택), the head of the Zoonotic Virus Lab at Institut Pasteur Korea, joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A family of three, including a ten-year-old girl, has been reported missing after last being seen on Wando Island in South Jeolla province in late May. (완도 실종 가족 바다 수색까지 확대) 2. The South Korean government has issued a warning to Korean nationals to steer clear of cannabis while in Thailand after the country legalized its use. (대마초 합법화된 태국…“한국인 관광객 조심해야”) 3. “Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area,” the Korean adaptation of the Netflix Spanish hit series “La casa de papel” debuted as the third most popular show in the world on Sunday. (한국판 '종이의 집', 공개 하루 만에 글로벌 3위) Monday Sports Round-up: Golfer Chun In-gee ended a LPGA title drought by winning her third career major on Sunday at the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to tell us how it went down. He also briefs us on K League top-scorer Stefan Mugosa leaving for Japan, and the KBO’s reigning MVP, Ariel Miranda, being let go by the Doosan Bears. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Park Han-sol writes about an exhibition on the Korean traditional paper, Hanji, in the Italian port city of Bari. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Yim Hyun-su about cruises on the Han River promoting the feeding of seagulls to attract customers.

Korea24 – 2022.06.20. (Monday) News Briefing: The nation’s economic misery index, which measures the sum of the unemployment and inflation rates, reached the highest level in 21 years in May, adding to the spiraling economic concerns fueled by factors home and abroad. (Jenny NA) In-Depth News Analysis: To mark World Refugee Day today, James Lynch, the head of the United Nation’s High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Korea joins us via video to tell us about the global refugee situation with a record 100 million people forcibly displaced currently. He also discusses the contributions that South Korea has made to helping refugees, as well as what more the nation could do moving forward. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A full government investigation into yeolmu kimchi suppliers is set to be conducted after a dead frog was found in a school lunch for the second time in a month. (교육부, '개구리 급식 논란' 열무김치 납품업체 전수조사) 2. South Korean Pianist Lim Yunchan became the youngest winner of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition on Saturday at 18 years old. (18살 임윤찬, 반 클라이번 국제 콩쿠르 최연소 우승) 3. A Florida woman who pepper sprayed and shouted racist abuse at a group of Asian women in New York City last week is now facing hate crimes charges. ("너희 나라로 돌아가" 후추 스프레이 뿌린 女, 증오 범죄로 기소) Monday Sports Round-up: Korean teen swimming sensation Hwang Sun-woo has reached the final in the men’s 200m freestyle at the world championships in Budapest. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency helps us preview the race. He also briefs us on the latest from the K League 1, which has restarted after the long international break, and the latest from the KBO as well. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Park Han-sol reports on the Seoul Sculpture Festival, which is transforming plazas, parks, and islands in Seoul into a sculptural wonderland. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Yim Hyun-su on why some subway stations in Seoul have two names.

Korea24 – 2022.06.13. (Monday) News Briefing: South Korea’s main stock market tumbled to its lowest point this year, amid concerns that high US inflation will trigger more monetary tightening in the US and elsewhere as well as boost the rist of a global recession. The KOSPI fell 91.36 points, or 3.52%, closing the day at 2,504.51. (Emilee Jennings) In-Depth News Analysis: Starting last week, some 3,000 employees at around 70 companies have begun a four-day workweek as part of a trial program conducted by two non-profits and a think tank, as well as researchers from the UK and the US. Considered the largest four-day workweek experiment in tor world, the study will try to find how the four-day workweek affects productivity and employee well-being, among other factors. Professor Brendan Burchell from the University of Cambridge, who helped design the study, joins the show to discuss the details of the pilot program and share his expectations. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. A civic group representing people with disabilities resumed subway-riding protests after a 52-day hiatus. They called for a meeting with the finance ministry, and said they would wait another week for a response until the next protest. (전장연, 출근길 지하철 시위 재개…4호선 운행 지연) 2. The film “The Roundup” topped 10 million admissions in South Korea, the first to do so since the pandemic. The previous movie to reach the milestone was Bong Joon-ho’s “Parasite” in July 2019. The latest film starring Ma Dong-seok also made over 10 million dollars worldwide from May 30 to June 5, ranking 5th in the world. ('천만영화' 범죄도시2, 해외도 홀렸다…전 세계 흥행 5위) 3. Former McDonald's restaurants have reopened in Russia, after being rebranded as "Vkusno & tochka," meaning “Tasty and that’s it.” The new food chain that bought out McDonald's after its exit from the Russian market opened 15 restaurants in Moscow on Sunday, selling most of the popular menus, but not the Big Mac and McFlurry. (러시아 철수했던 맥도날드, 러시아 업체가 인수해 재개장) Sports: Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins the show to preview the upcoming football friendly between South Korea and Egypt. The match, set to kickoff at 8pm Tuesday, will not have Golden Boot winners Son Heung-min and Mohamed Salah play against each other, with Salah out due to injury. Jeeho shares the latest standings from the KBO and also brings news from the International Skating Union(ISU), where Korean Kim Jae-youl was elected president.

Korea24 – 2022.05.30. (Monday) News Briefing: After a 62 trillion-won extra budget was passed in parliament on Sunday, cash support for small businesses that suffered during the COVID-19 pandemic have begun to be distributed. (Eunice KIM) In-Depth News Analysis: In a long-awaited speech outlining the Biden administration's policy towards China last week, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called China the most serious long term challenge to the international order. Beijing criticized the speech, saying it is an attempt to "smear China's domestic and foreign policy." For analysis on the speech, and what lies ahead for US-China relations, Professor David Arase of the John Hopkins University-Nanjing University Center for Chinese and American Studies joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. South Korea took home two prizes at the Cannes Film Festival for the first time, with Best Director for Park Chan-wook and Best Actor for Song Kang-ho. (박찬욱 감독상·송강호 남우주연상 '한국영화 최초 칸 2관왕') 2. The Brazilian men’s football team have been spotted enjoying various locations in South Korea, ahead of their friendly against the host country. (친선경기 앞둔 브라질 국가대표팀 방한) 3. Russia has scrapped the upper age limit for its armed forces, allowing people over 40 to sign up. ('병력 우려' 러시아 모병 상한연령 폐지…"40~45세가 전문가") Monday Sports Round-up: The South Korean men’s national football team has four friendly matches coming up in June, starting with a highly anticipated match against World No.1, Brazil. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us to preview the matchup. He also provides updates on the K League and in golf, where Ji Eun-hee has become the oldest Korean LPGA winner at 36 years of age. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Park Han-sol writes on the Korean webtoon, "Navillera: Like a Butterfly", being nominated for the prestigious Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Park Yuna on craftworks made by Korean artisans with Italian designers going on display at Milan Design Week.

Korea24 – 2022.05.23. (Monday) News Briefing: President Yoon Suk Yeol has officially confirmed South Korea’s participation in the new Indo-Pacific Economic Framework during a virtual summit launching the US-led initiative. (Eunice KIM) In-Depth News Analysis: US President Joe Biden wrapped up his three-day visit to South Korea on Sunday. After the summit with President Yoon Suk Yeol on Saturday, a joint statement was released, where it was revealed that joint military exercises could be expanded and that strategic military assets would be deployed to the peninsula. There were also statements on enhanced economic and technological cooperation. South Korea’s Former Ambassador to the US, Ahn Ho-young, joins us on the line to review the summit outcomes, and discuss how North Korea and China might respond. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The weather is expected to be hotter than usual this summer, according to the Korea Meteorological Administration’s climate prediction models. (올 여름, 평년보다 더 덥다) 2. President Yoon Suk Yeol and First Lady Kim Kun-hee attended KBS’ “Open Concert” on Sunday, held to commemorate the opening of Cheong Wa Dae. (尹대통령 내외, 청와대 '열린음악회' 관람…"靑은 여러분 것") 3. According to the WHO, more than 100 cases of monkeypox have been found in some dozen countries outside of Africa since May 13th. (‘원숭이두창’ 14개국 확산) Monday Sports Round-up: Football star Son Heung-min of Tottenham Hotspur has become the first Asian player to win the Premier League Golden Boot. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to discuss this historic feat. He also briefs us on the South Korean men’s national team roster that was announced for four friendly matches coming up in June, and the latest from the local KBO baseball season. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Park Han-sol reports on an exhibition by two artists of Korean descent, challenging ideas around race, gender, sexuality and nationality. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features an interview by Jie Ye-eun with Ha Dong-gu, the CEO of the high-end fashion rental company Reebonz, on how Millennials in South Korea are preferring to rent luxury products rather than buying.

Korea24 – 2022.05.16. (Monday) News Briefing: In his first address to the National Assembly, President Yoon Suk Yeol urged parliament to pass his administration’s 59 trillion-won extra budget aimed at helping small businesses. He also reiterated that Seoul would actively provide COVID-19-related support to North Korea. (Eunice KIM) In-Depth News Analysis: North Korea has now reported 50 deaths attributed to COVID-19 since late april, and 1.2 million people showing symptoms of fever. Experts have assessed that these are likely to be a conservative figures. Leader Kim Jong-un has called the outbreak one of the greatest turmoils to ever hit the regime. For a further look at the fast escalating situation, Dr. Kee Park from Harvard Medical School and Director of the North Korea Program at the Korean American Medical Association joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. After a month-long poll, the Korean public chose “국민관 (People's House)” as their preferred choice of name for the new presidential office in Yongsan. (용산 대통령실 새 명칭 공모 ‘국민관’ 최다…다음달 결정) 2. Former lieutenant of the South Korean Navy and social media personality, Ken Rhee, has reportedly been injured whilst fighting for the volunteer army in Ukraine. (이근 전 대위, 적지에서 부상..."임무 성공하고 군 병원 입원") 3. K-pop superstars BTS received three Billboard Music Awards, including Top Duo/Group, Top Song Sales Artist, and Top Selling Song. (BTS, 빌보드 뮤직어워즈 3관왕 기염…6년 연속 수상) Monday Sports Round-up: Korean golfer Lee Kyoung-hoon successfully defended his PGA Tour AT&T Byron Nelson title in Texas on Sunday. Meanwhile, Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin showed promising form on his return from injury on Saturday. And footballer Son Heung-min was left frustrated in his chase for the Premier League golden boot on Sunday. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency briefs us on these stories. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Kwon Mee-yoo reports on the new Consulate of Kazakhstan opening in the southern city of Busan on May 12. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Choi Jae-hee explains how “seshin” or Korean full-body scrubs have adapted since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Korea24 – 2022.05.02. (Monday) News Briefing: The outdoor mask mandate has been lifted in South Korea. This comes as the nation recorded 20,084 new COVID-19 cases, the lowest daily count since February 1st. (Emilee JENNINGS) In-Depth News Analysis: It has been more than two months since Russia invaded Ukraine. At least 46-thousand people have died, and more than 13 million have been displaced, according to Reuters, and there seems to be no end to the fighting in sight, despite sanctions against Russia and negotiations between the two countries. For analysis on the situation, Professor Robert Kelly from Pusan National University joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Two members of Seoul’s Get-Home-Safely Scout service helped catch a man in his 60’s who was sexually assaulting a teenager. (10대 성추행한 60대男…'안심귀가스카우트' 신고로 현장 덜미) 2. Actor Park Bo-gum will be co-hosting the 58th Baeksang Arts Awards on Friday in his first TV appearance since being discharged from the military last week. (박보검 전역, 백상 MC로 복귀) 3. The US minor league baseball team Montgomery Biscuits transformed into Montgomery Kimchi last week, as part of a Korean Heritage theme night. (美 프로야구단의 ‘김치 유니폼’…주황색 바탕에 한글까지) Monday Sports Round-up: After four straight wins, the Lotte Giants unexpectedly find themselves in second place in the KBO. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency briefs us on their surprise start to the season. We also discuss another record broken by football star Son Heung-min, the latest from the AFC Champions League, and a preview of the KBL playoff finals. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Kim Hae-Yeon reports on Children’s Day events and exhibitions at national museums across Seoul. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Lee Gyu-lee on a special short film series featuring eight directors called "All Viewers+: Short Buster”.

With a metropolitan population of over 26 million residents, it's no surprise that Seoul has produced world-class athletes in a variety of competitions, but over the last several decades, it has established itself as a powerhouse sports city on an international level. Jeeho Yoo of Seoul's Yonhap News Agency, and frequent contributor to the KBO broadcasts on ESPN, joins us to discuss the rapid rise of baseball talent, how the South Korean National Football Team unites a country, and some of the dominant athletes making their way to the international scene. Follow Jeeho Yoo on Twitter @Jeeho_1 and find his work in the Yonhap News Agency Sports section by visiting: https://en.yna.co.kr/sports/Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @SportsTownsPodQuestions, comments, recommendations? Email us at GreatestSportsTowns@gmail.com!Hosts: Billy Puckett and Alex KacikProducer: Tim Corpus (timcorpus.net)

Korea24 – 2022.04.18. (Monday) News Briefing: All COVID-19 social distancing measures have been lifted in South Korea for the first time in over two years, except mask-wearing. This comes as the latest daily case count fell below 50,000 for the first time in 68 days. (Eunice KIM) In-Depth News Analysis: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is said to have overseen the successful test-firing of a new weapon on Saturday, that the regime claims will boost the efficiency of their tactical nuclear weapons. This latest provocation came ahead of joint military exercises between the U.S. and South Korea, which kicked off on Monday, as well as US Special Representative for North Korea Sung Kim's five-day trip to Seoul. To discuss these latest developments Professor Andrei Lankov from Kookmin University joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The suspects of the Gapyeong Valley Murder case was caught by police on Saturday after having been on the run since last December. (이은해-조현수, 공개수배 중 여행갔다 꼬리잡혀) 2. There was a surprise reunion of the disbanded K-pop group 2NE1 at the Coachella music festival on Saturday. (CL, 코첼라 무대 찢었던 美친 존재감..2NE1 7년만 재결합 선물) 3. K-pop superstars BTS announced a new album will be coming on June 10. (라스베이거스 공연 마친 BTS, 6월 10일 새 앨범으로 컴백 예고) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to give us a recap on the key sporting headlines, including golfer Kim Hyo-joo’s fifth career LPGA title on Saturday, the SSG Landers storming to the top of the KBO league, Ryu Hyun-jin of the Toronto Blue Jays ending up in the injured list after suffering through another poor start and how the four Korean teams fared in the AFC Champions League. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Jung Da-min reports on eleven South Koreans taking part in the Invictus Games for the first time this year. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a report by Yim Hyun-su about photographer Chae Kyung-wan’s exhibition in Seoul, called “Not Seoul”.

Korea24 – 2022.04.11. (Monday) News Briefing: President-elect Yoon Suk Yeol named eight of his Cabinet member nominees on Sunday, with ten more to come this week. But the Democratic Party slammed the nominations on Monday, promising thorough vetting of the nominees' credentials. (Eunice KIM) In-Depth News Analysis: In January, the Korean government announced a ban on bear bile farming by 2025. However, the lack of sanctuaries in Korea means hundreds of bears remain captive in terrible conditions for now. Retired Lt. General Chun In-bum from the South Korean Army, who now sits on the Board of Directors at the Korean Animal Welfare Association joins us on the line to tell us about their plight. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. The presidential transition team said they will seek to make international age the legal and social norm in South Korea. (인수위 "'만 나이'로 법적·사회적 나이 계산 통일 추진") 2. South Korea is the most expensive country to raise a child, according to new research. (韓 저출산 이유 콕 찍은 외신…"양육비 부담 세계 최고") 3. HYBE, the agency of BTS, said they are closely watching the national assembly bill that could allow the K-Pop group special exemption from mandatory military service. (BTS 병역 관련 "조속히 결론을" 첫 입장 밝힌 하이브) Monday Sports Round-up: Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency brings us updates from a busy weekend of sport, including Son Heung-min’s hat trick in the Premier League, Choi Min-jeong reclaiming her short track speed skating world championship title, Ryu Hyun-jin’s disappointing debut in the new MLB season, and Im Sung-jae’s 8th place finish at The Masters golf. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Kim Hae-yeon writes about how a number of Buddhist monks have come to the defense of President Moon Jae-in after the president and first lady came under fire for sitting on the cornerstones of a Buddhist temple during a hiking event last week.

Korea24 – 2022.04.04. (Monday) News Briefing: President-elect Yoon Suk Yeol announced his pick for Prime Minister on Sunday: Han Duck-soo, who also served as Prime Minister under the Roh Moo-hyun administration. Details on the rest of Yoon’s cabinet are expected to emerge next week as well. (Eunice Kim) In-Depth News Analysis: Kim Yo-jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, described South Korea’s Defense Minister, Suh Wook, as “Senseless and scum-like” as reported on North Korean state media over the weekend. This was in response to his supposed remarks about "preemptive strike" capabilities and she warned that South Korea could face a “serious threat”. This comes shortly after the regime carried out an ICBM test and shortly some key anniversaries on the regime’s calendar. To discuss this statement and some of the latest developments, Kim Jeong-min, lead correspondent on NK News joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. South Korean biotech companies developing homegrown COVID-19 vaccines are facing a dilemma as they have yet to produce tangible results. (국산 코로나 백신 개발 '진퇴양난'...개발 지속도, 포기도 어려워) 2. K-pop sensation BTS missed out on a Grammy for a second year, after they were nominated for ‘Best Pop Duo/Group Performance’ for their song ‘Butter’. (방탄소년단, 그래미 수상 2년 연속 불발, 버터 퍼포먼스는 기립박수) 3. Comedians Kim Jun-ho and Kim Ji-min have officially revealed that they are dating. (코미디언 김준호 - 김지민 열애 인정) Monday Sports Round-up: South Korea has been drawn with Portugal, Uruguay and Ghana in the group stages for the Qatar 2022 World Cup. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency helps us take a closer look at the teams. He also brings us the latest from the opening weekend of the new KBO baseball season, and previews the men’s volleyball league championship finals. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a report by Lee Si-jin on the controversy over how the K-Drama series “Twenty-Five Twenty-One” used the events of the 2001 New York terrorist attacks in its ending. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Park Han-sol writes about how the Korean webcomic "My Daughter is a Zombie" was remade into an animated series

Korea24 – 2022.03.28. (Monday) News Briefing: President Moon Jae-in and President-elect Yoon Suk Yeol held their first meeting on Monday evening, 19 days after Yoon's election victory. It was reported earlier on Monday that Yoon would seek the presidential office's cooperation and support for his pledge to further compensate people that suffered financial losses from the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing. (Emilee JENNINGS) In-Depth News Analysis: It has been over a month since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine, and civilians in Ukraine are bearing the brunt of the armed conflict. The World Food Programme (WFP) recently warned that the food supply chain in Ukraine is broken, and that 45% of Ukrainians are currently worried about finding enough to eat. To learn more about the situation, we speak to Marian Yun, the Director of World Food Programme Korea Office. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Kim Ye-ji, Korea’s first visually-impaired lawmaker, took part in a disability advocacy group’s protest, where she apologized on behalf of the political community on her knees. (장애인 단체 출근길 시위서 무릎끓은 김예지 "정치권 대신 사과") 2. Edison Motors takeover of Ssangyong Motor has collapsed after the electric bus maker failed to meet required payments. (에디슨모터스, 쌍용차 인수 무산…쌍용차 "계약해제 통보") 3. Actress Youn Yuh-jung moved The Academy Awards audience after she presented the best-supporting actor Oscar to Troy Kotsur of CODA using sign language. ('아카데미 시상' 윤여정, 수화로 수상자 호명...유머·감동 다 잡았다) Monday Sports Round-up: South Korea finally beat Iran in men’s football for the first time in over 11 years last Thursday. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency brings us details from the World Cup qualifier. He has also briefs us on Team Kim’s silver medal at the World Women’s Curling Championship on Sunday, as well as a look ahead to the start of the KBO season this week with a new commissioner at the helm. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Times, Kwak Yeon-soo reports on the controversy surrounding Jin Ha, who stars in “Pachinko”, over a blog that he ran, which featured photos of middle-aged and older Korean women taken without their consent. - Tomorrow’s Korea Herald features a piece by Park Yuna on “Artspectrum2022”, a biennial exhibition at the Leeum Museum of Art making its return for the first time since 2016.

Korea24 – 2022.03.14. (Monday) News Briefing: President-elect Yoon Suk Yeol has said he will abolish the office of senior secretary for civil affairs when takes office in May, fulfilling a campaign pledge. (Eunice KIM) In-Depth News Analysis: Signs have been detected by South Korea and the United States that North Korea is preparing to conduct another intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system test as early as this week. We discuss the possibility of another launch with Dr. Go Myong-hyun (고명현), a senior fellow from the Asan Institute for Policy Studies who joins us on the line. We also look at what the new Yoon administration in South Korea could mean for the situation on the peninsula as well. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Local residents and business owners in Uljin have been offering free food and services to those who have been displaced or are fighting the record wildfires. (‘무료 식사’ ‘무료 세탁’…산불 현장서 빛나는 자원봉사) 2. A university hospital in Gangwon Province has controversially charged a COVID-19 patient for treatment, despite government coverage of costs related to the pandemic. (코로나 치료비 국가 부담인데…대학병원이 53만 원 요구) 3. Actor Lee Jung-jae won a Critic’s Choice Award for his role in the Netflix series ‘Squid Game’, becoming the first Korean actor to take home the award. (이정재 "오 마이 갓!" 美 크리틱스초이스 남우주연상) Monday Sports Round-up: The men’s national team roster for the final two football World Cup qualifying matches this month have been announced. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency joins us on the line to take a closer look at who has made the squad. He also brings us the latest updates from the K-League, the KBO and the women’s pro-volleyball league. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Kim Hae-yeon writes how the National Library of Korea is using immersive cutting-edge technologies to bring contemporary Korean literature to life. - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a piece by Dong Sun-hwa on a trend in the performing arts field, blending Western and Korean cultures to create “hybrid” performances.

Korea24 – 2022.03.07. (Monday) News Briefing: The National Election Commission has announced that COVID-19 patients and those under quarantine will be allowed to cast their ballots directly into official ballot boxes after they were not allowed to do so in chaotic scenes during early voting on Saturday. (Eunice KIM) In-Depth News Analysis: North Korea has claimed that the projectile it launched on Saturday was a test for the development of a reconnaissance satellite, despite South Korea’s military saying that it was a ballistic missile. Experts say the North could be preparing for a more significant weapons test later this year. This comes just days ahead of the South’s presidential elections, and after the North voted against a UN resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. To discuss these developments, International Studies Professor Brian Myers from Dongseo University joins us on the line. Korea Trending with Walter Lee: 1. Ken Rhee, a former lieutenant in the Navy and social media personality, has formed a volunteer army and departed for Ukraine, despite a government travel ban. (이근 "우크라이나 의용군 참전...대한민국 위상 높일 것") 2. Unitel, Korea’s last remaining PC communications service company, will end operations in June after 26 years. (마지막 PC통신 유니텔, 26년 만에 서비스 종료) 3. A new survey has found that companies in the retail industry have far more female employees than male compared to other industries. (여직원 비율 높은 기업, ‘2위 아모레’ ‘3위 동원F&B’…1위는?) Monday Sports Round-up: In golf, world No.1 Ko Jin-young has won her 2022 season debut in Singapore on Sunday, setting two LPGA scoring records in the process. Sports reporter Yoo Jee-ho from the Yonhap News Agency brings us the details as well as the latest on the suspension of the women’s volleyball league due to the pandemic, K-league football and previews of the KBO baseball preseason. Morning Edition Preview with Richard Larkin: - Tomorrow’s Korea Times features a piece by Park Han-sol on the local art market tripling in size last year, to reach more than 915 billion won. - In tomorrow’s Korea Herald, Jie Ye-eun writes about how the Korean Music Content Association is cracking down on fake K-pop merchandise.

Sports Update -KBO updates: top seven clubs separated by only 2 games -Volleyball: Kim Yeon-koung heads back to China -K-League: Ulsan overtakes Jeonbuk for 1st place -KBO 경기 일정 업데이트 -배구: 배구 여제 김연경의 중국행 결정 -K-리그: 1위 자리 다시 차지한 울산 Guest: Yoo Jee-Ho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -KBO updates -MLB: Blue Jays' Ryu Hyun-jin beats Atlanta -K League: Suwon vs. Ulsan in battle for 2nd place -Volleyball: New Women's V-League club to play in Gwangju -KBO 업데이트 -MLB: 류현진 애틀랜타전 7이닝 1실점으로 시즌 3승 -K 리그: 수원 vs. 울산 2위 경기 -배구: 광주의 신생 페퍼저축은행 여자배구단 Guest: Yoo Jee-Ho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -MLB: Ryu Hyun-jin returns from the injured list -Football: K-League grudge match between Jeonbuk and Suwon Samsung -Basketball: KBL Finals Game -MLB: 류현진 부상 복귀전 -축구: 프로축구 K 리그 수원 삼성 vs 전북 -농구: 프로농구 플레이오프 Guest: Yoo Jee-Ho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -Baseball: KBO update, Choo Shin-soo belts his first home run in Korea -Football: Women's Olympic qualifying playoff between Korea and China -Golf: Masters underway at the Augusta National Golf Club -야구: KBO 업데이트 및 첫 홈런 친 SSG랜더스의 추신수 선수 -축구: 올림픽 본선 무대에 도전하는 한국 여자축구 대표팀과 중국팀의 최종예선 플레이오프 -골프: 오거스타 내셔널 마스터스 Guest: Yoo Jee-Ho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -Baseball: Start of MLB and KBO seasons -Golf: Start of LPGA season Park Inbee's season debut -Football: K league 1 season resumes -야구: MLB 및 KBO 시즌 개막 -골프: 미국여자프로골프(LPGA) 메이저 대회 시작 및 박인비 선수의 복귀 -축구: K 리그 1 시즌 Guest: Yoo Jee-Ho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -Football: Korea suffers a 3-0 loss to Japan in men's friendly football match -Volleyball: Heungkuk Life Pink Spiders advances to women's V-League finals -Baseball: Yang Hyeon-jong's shaky spring training for the Texas Rangers -축구: 3-0으로 한일전에 패배한 한국 축구팀 -배구: 흥국생명 챔피언 결정전 진출 -야구: 미국프로야구 메이저리그 (MLB) 시범경기 선발등판한 텍사스 레인저스 양현종 Guest: Yoo Je-Hoo, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -Football: Men's national team roster announced for March 25th friendly game against Japan -KBO: Start of preseason and Choo Shin-soo's KBO debut with the SSG Landers -Volleyball: Women's V-League playoffs begin -축구: 한일전 대표팀 명단 발표 -KBO: 2021 프로야구 시범경기 및 SSG 랜더스로 돌아온 추신수 선수 -배구: 여자 배구 플레이오프 시작 Guest: Yoo Jee-Ho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -Football: Korea and Japan to renew football rivalry on March 25 and update on travel restrictions for athletes -KBO: Choo Shin-soo joins the SSG Landers -Olympics: Short track speed skater Lim Hyo-jun applies for Chinese citizenship -축구대표팀 25일 한일전 개최 -KBO: SSG 랜더스 합류한 추신수 선수 -중국 귀하 선택한 전 한국 쇼트트랙 대표 임효준 선수의 베이징 올림픽 출전 전망 Guest: Yoo Jeeho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -MLB Spring training update -KBO: New name for SK Wyverns to be announced later today -K League: latest on Ki Sung-yueng -MLB: 봄 훈련 일정 -KBO: 역사속으로 사라지게 될 "SK 와이번스" -K 리그: 기성용 성폭행 논란 업데이트 Guest: Yoo Jee-Ho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency

Sports Update -KBO update: Choo Shin-soo signs with Shinsegae club -Football: Physical and sexual assault allegations against Ki Sung-yueng -Olympics: Brisbane chosen as the IOC's preferred partner and prospects for South Korea and North Korea's joint-bid -KBO 업데이트: 신세계 야구단과 계약한 추신수 선수 -축구: 성폭력 의혹 부인한 기성용 선수 -2032 올림픽 우선 협상지로 선정된 호주 브리즈번과 남북 공동 개최 전망 Guest: Yoo Jee-Ho, Sports Reporter, Yonhap News Agency