1. Dream Treatment Achieves Remarkable Success: Cancer Cells Vanish in Just a Month!
In a remarkable breakthrough in South Korea, a patient's cancer cells disappeared in just a month after undergoing proton therapy. This 'dream treatment' at Yonsei Cancer Hospital targets cancer cells without affecting surrounding organs. With plans to introduce a 360-degree rotational device, the hospital aims to treat not only prostate cancer but also lung, liver, and pancreatic cancers.
2. Fasting & Forgotten Passwords: The Pillars of Modern Justice?
In an eye-roll-worthy moment, current Justice Minister Han Dong-hun suggests fasting might be the new way to halt the legal system. Former Minister Park Beom-gye, ever the voice of reason, quips about Han's forgotten iPhone passwords, questioning if this is the level of discourse we're at. Indeed, a groundbreaking debate for the ages! Han's iPhone became the star "evidence" in the Channel A reporter's scandal. The case, where said reporter allegedly flaunted connections with the minister to pressure an imprisoned Shillajen major shareholder in 2020, was stymied by a pesky forgotten password.
3. "Drama in the Assembly: A Vote, a Fast, and a Silenced Party Leader"
President Yoon Seok-yeol has accepted and authorized the arrest request for Lee Jae-myung, leader of the Democratic Party, setting the stage for a thrilling parliamentary showdown on the 21st. While Lee continues his hospital-fast in stoic silence, a fierce underground tussle ensues between party factions for and against the arrest. Presidential spokesperson Lee Do-woon confirmed Yoon's decision. All this excitement follows prosecutors seeking Lee's arrest over allegations of embezzlement and bribery in relation to property development and shady North Korea transfers.
4. Spotlight on Lee: From Upholding Justice to Overlooking Stocks?"
The National Assembly kickstarted the confirmation hearing for Supreme Court Chief nominee Lee Gyun-yong, planning to adopt the results by the 21st. While the Presidential Office hailed Lee as a beacon for the rights of the socially vulnerable, murmurs about his possible ideological tendencies and management style are causing a bit of a buzz. The centerpiece? Though he sheepishly admitted it later, Lee's "overlooked" declaration of his family's unlisted stocks cast shadows on his legal acumen and ethics amidst other whispers about real estate speculation and favoritism.
5. "Just Political Theater, Nothing More"
In the grand play of politics, the presidential palace effortlessly brushes off the Democratic Party's proposal to dismiss the Prime Minister as mere "suggestion" and "worthless." After all, it's just seen as another dramatic act in the political arena.
6. South Korea Reminds Russia of Its 'Duties'
South Korea summoned Andrei Kulik, Russia's Ambassador, laying out its 'serious' concerns over Russia's cozy military ties with North Korea. With a touch of irony, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that Russia, a pioneer in non-proliferation and a permanent UN Security Council member, might want to act more responsibly.
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7. Guess Who's Just "Suggesting" Global OTTs Aren't Enough?
Apparently, depending on foreign OTTs isn't the golden ticket to K-Drama's global takeover. It looks like South Korea might have to bolster its own platforms if it wants a piece of that global pie—discussions, because, why not, took place at a forum.
8. Newsflash: 'Youth Future Center' to the Rescue
The government's shining armor plan? Help the struggling Korean youth. They're rolling out support, especially for those readying for independence, with a whopping up to 50k won monthly. How generous!
9. Digital Defense: More than Just a Cool Catchphrase
The Information and Communication Technology Planning and Evaluation Institute and the Ministry of National Defense held a cool-sounding "digital defense innovation conference" in Seoul. The aim? Charting the course for digital defense, with lots of slides and graphs.
10. First-Year Celebrations with... Discussions? Classic Move!
The National Education Committee celebrated its first anniversary with – get this – a discussion about digital-era educational reforms. Hope they had cake!
11. CJ ENM's Genius Plan: Let AI Do It
CJ ENM is crafting an AI model to better K-Content. Why bother with humans when AI can do it faster and without coffee breaks?
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12. Economic Growth Rollercoaster: Korea vs. Japan
The OECD forecasts Korea's economic growth at a not-so-surprising 1.5%. Japan? An excellent 1.8%. Looks like Korea's going to trail behind Japan for the first time in 25 years. Ouch!
13. New Book Alert: A Trip Down Genius Lane
There's a new Korean book about the 20th-century genius, von Neumann. If you don't know him, it's time to catch up!
14. The Perfect Substitute for Exploding Batteries
Move over risky lithium-ion batteries! The new 'aqueous secondary battery' is in town and guess what? It doesn't explode—evolution at its finest.
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15. Naver in France: Becoming the "Big Cheese" of IT Startups
Naver's master plan in France? Nurture ten startups. Because when you think French innovation, you think... Naver?
16. Pharmaceutical Invasion: Korea Knocks on China's Door
The Chinese pharmaceutical market is booming, and Korean pharma companies are ready to dive in. Who wouldn't want a slice of that multi-trillion-won pie?
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