Korea Daily News (October 4, 2024)

Physician shortage intensifies: 594 regional public healthcare institutions across the country are without a single physician, and the government is facing challenges in filling these vacancies.
Kim Jong-un-Yoon Suk-yeol tension: Kim Jong-un criticized President Yoon Suk-yeol’s strong stance on North Korea’s nuclear weapons, escalating military tensions between the two Koreas.

Seoul World Fireworks Festival safety concerns: With 1 million people expected to gather for the Seoul World Fireworks Festival and Seoul Light Han River Festival on October 5 at Yeouido Han River Park, there are concerns about potential safety accidents.
Seoul apartment price decline: The average price of apartments in Seoul fell below 1.2 billion won in two months, mainly due to a decrease in high-end new apartment transactions.
Convenience store owner convicted of sexual assault: A convenience store owner who sexually assaulted a 20-year-old part-time worker and tried to cover it up by offering a raise was sentenced to prison in the appeals court.
Dispute over Ulleungdo’s mislabeling: Controversy arose when a famous overseas site mistakenly labeled Ulleungdo as Japanese territory, sparking a backlash from the Korean public.

Samsung expands ad-based streaming service: Samsung is expanding its ad-based streaming service ‘Samsung TV Plus’ in the U.S., offering 4,000 hours of free K-content, aiming for a global market presence.
Seoul apartment price decline: The average apartment price in Seoul dropped below 1.2 billion won in August, attributed to a reduction in high-end new apartment transactions.
Home loan demand rises on rate cut expectations: The demand for home mortgages has increased in domestic banks due to expectations of interest rate cuts, with many loans being used for living expenses rather than home purchases.
Korea Zinc management conflict intensifies: The management dispute between MBK Partners and Chairman Choi Yoon-beom of Korea Zinc has escalated, drawing significant attention from shareholders.

Samsung Galaxy bootloop issue: Older Samsung Galaxy smartphones have been experiencing bootloop problems after a software update, causing widespread user dissatisfaction and prompting urgent calls for a fix.
Baldur’s Gate 3 console update: Larian Studios has released patch 7 for Baldur’s Gate 3 on consoles, introducing new endings and mod support, receiving positive feedback from players.
Unreal Engine 5.5 release: Epic Games unveiled Unreal Engine 5.5 and a new royalty policy, generating considerable interest among game developers.
Naver shares ad revenue with short-form video creators: Naver will begin sharing ad revenue with all ‘Clip Creators’ next year as it expands into the short-form video market.

Israel-Iran tensions rise: Israel is reportedly considering striking Iranian oil facilities, raising tensions in the Middle East, while the U.S. continues to hold discussions on the matter.
UK woman faces hair loss after multiple COVID-19 infections: A British woman has highlighted her struggle with severe hair loss after contracting COVID-19 multiple times, drawing public attention.
Tesla recalls Cybertrucks: Tesla has recalled 27,000 Cybertrucks in the U.S., citing defects in the newly launched electric pickup trucks.
Total solar eclipse observed at Easter Island: A total solar eclipse was observed in parts of the southern hemisphere, including Easter Island in Chile, capturing the attention of both astronomers and the general public.

KBO League sets attendance record in 2024: The 2024 KBO League attracted 10.88 million spectators, surpassing the 10 million mark for the first time in its 43-year history.
Doosan Bears eliminated without postseason victory: The Doosan Bears failed to win a single game in the postseason for two consecutive years, disappointing fans after their early exit.
League of Legends World Championship Swiss Stage begins: The 2024 League of Legends World Championship Swiss Stage runs from October 3 to 13, with teams advancing to the quarterfinals based on their wins.
Com2uS updates ‘Living Legend’ players: Com2uS has added ‘Living Legend’ player cards to ‘Com2uS Pro Baseball 2024,’ featuring legendary KBO League players in the game.

2NE1 returns for a 10-year reunion concert: Girl group 2NE1 will celebrate their 15th anniversary with a full reunion concert at Seoul’s Olympic Park, marking their first performance together in 10 years, raising fans’ anticipation.
Netflix’s ‘Culinary Class Wars’ gains popularity: Netflix’s cooking competition show ‘Culinary Class Wars’ has become hugely popular, with sales of cookbooks by contestants skyrocketing.
Pianist Yunchan Lim wins two Gramophone Awards: Pianist Yunchan Lim became the first Korean to win two awards at the prestigious Gramophone Classical Music Awards in the UK, achieving a historic milestone.
Dazzling dress at Busan International Film Festival: Actress Soo-hyun made headlines with her stunning fashion at the Busan International Film Festival, earning her the title of fashion icon and garnering attention at the event.

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