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Korea Steps Up: A New Blockchain for Won Stablecoins and AI Money

May 8, 2026

South Korea just flipped the script on digital money. Instead of relying on U. S. dollars inside blockchain networks, the country is building its own public blockchain for won-denominated stablecoins—digital coins that always hold one unit of Korean currency. This isn’t just tech talk. It’s a quiet

politics

China Tightens Tech Rules While Trading Off Tariffs

April 27, 2026

China has quietly broadened its economic tools during a temporary pause in the U. S. trade dispute, setting up new limits on technology and supply chains before a summit next month. After leaders Xi Jinping and Donald Trump agreed in Busan to ease tensions, Beijing moved quickly to tighten controls

politics

Drones and Tensions: A Look at the Korea's Ongoing Dispute

January 10, 2026

Tensions between North and South Korea have risen again. This time, it's about drones. North Korea claims that South Korea sent drones into its airspace. They say this is a big problem and that South Korea will face consequences. South Korea says it didn't do it. But this isn't the first time drones

finance

Trade Talk Twist: Oil Prices Take a Dip

October 30, 2025

The recent meeting between Trump and Xi in Busan, South Korea, has left energy markets in a bit of a spin. After a chat lasting one hour and forty minutes, Trump announced a one-year trade agreement, set to be renewed automatically. But don't expect any fancy press releases just yet - the details ar

health

A Psychiatrist's Fight Against Fear and Faith in Kurdistan

September 21, 2025

Shawkat Amin Korki, a filmmaker known for his gripping stories, is back with a new project called "Disorder. " This time, he's tackling a tough subject: the clash between modern medicine and deep-rooted superstitions in Kurdistan. The story follows Mina, a psychiatrist who returns home after studyi

entertainment

Kang Ha-neul's New Thriller 'Streaming' is Making Waves

March 18, 2025

A new thriller movie called "Streaming" is set to hit theaters in South Korea on March 21. It is already gaining attention on the global stage. The film stars Kang Ha-neul, who is known for his role in "Squid Game 2. " He plays Woo Sang, a top crime streamer on a platform called WAG. On this pla

politics

Tensions Rise as US Navy Arrives in South Korea

March 3, 2025

North Korea's recent missile tests have sparked a strong response from the United States. The USS Carl Vinson, a powerful aircraft carrier, has docked in South Korea. This move is a clear message to North Korea, showing the strength of the US-South Korea military alliance. The USS Carl Vinson's arr

politics

North Korea's Hidden Losses in Ukraine

February 20, 2025

North Korea has been quietly involved in the Ukraine conflict, with a significant number of its soldiers reportedly lost. The exact numbers are hard to pin down, but estimates suggest that around 4, 000 North Korean troops have been killed or injured. This is a substantial loss, considering that Nor

politics

Trump's Bid for Peace in North Korea

February 10, 2025

Trump believes he can bring North Korea to the table again. In recent chat with Sean Hannity, current U. S. President spontaneously mentioned touching base with Kim Jong Un if re-elected if for no other reason than to proactively tackle security concerns. A meaningful argument could be made that

environment

Plastic Talks: Hope and Hurdles in Busan

November 29, 2024

After years of gridlock, there's finally a glimmer of hope in international plastic treaty talks. A large group of countries is pushing hard for a production cap to be included in the treaty. But not everyone is on board, and some nations are trying to water down the agreement. The talks in Busan, S