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An elderly taxi driver in Seoul was arrested after a deadly crash that killed one person and injured 13 others, with tests indicating morphine use, raising concerns about elderly drivers' safety.
An Air China flight from Hangzhou to Seoul made an emergency landing in Shanghai after a lithium battery in a passenger's luggage caught fire, but no injuries were reported.
Son Heung-min is set to leave Tottenham after a final open training session in South Korea, where he received a warm farewell from fans. The session included a match, drills, and a humorous moment involving martial artist Choi Hong-man. Striker Dominic Solanke missed the session due to injury, and young player Will Lankshear impressed with his shooting skills, potentially earning a spot in the upcoming match against Newcastle.
Son Heung-min announced his decision to leave Tottenham Hotspur, with interest from MLS side Los Angeles FC, during a press conference in Seoul. He expressed that it was the most difficult decision of his career, citing a desire for a new challenge after achieving everything at Tottenham. The club and Son are navigating the transition as he prepares for his final game with Tottenham.
FC Barcelona is in Seoul for a preseason match aiming for their second win, following a victory against Vissel Kobe, with notable players like Marcus Rashford and Jesse Lingard reuniting, and fans eager to see the new kit.
South Korea, particularly Seoul and Incheon, is experiencing a severe outbreak of lovebugs, driven by rising temperatures due to climate change and urban heat effects. While these insects are not harmful to humans, their swarms have caused public nuisance and increased complaints. Authorities are responding with measures like water spraying and sticky pads, and natural predators are helping control the population. The outbreak highlights the impact of climate change on ecological stability in urban areas.
South Korea, particularly Seoul and Incheon, is experiencing a severe outbreak of lovebugs, driven by rising temperatures and climate change, leading to increased public complaints and efforts to control the swarm, while experts note the insects are ecologically beneficial and their numbers are beginning to decline naturally.
Seoul and nearby cities are experiencing a lovebug infestation, with residents frustrated by the city's gentle water-spraying approach and calling for more aggressive pest control methods like pesticides, despite officials emphasizing the insects' ecological benefits and non-harmful nature.
Seventeen, a leading K-pop group, is celebrating its 10th anniversary and recent album release amidst global success and cultural dominance, while facing challenges of aging, military enlistment, and evolving musical concepts, all while maintaining strong fan engagement and group cohesion.
South Korea experienced its third-heaviest snowfall since 1907, with over 16 inches blanketing Seoul, creating picturesque scenes but also causing significant disruptions. The heavy snow led to travel chaos, with numerous flights canceled, ferry services halted, and roads becoming hazardous. At least five people died, including two in traffic accidents, and 11 were injured in a 53-vehicle pile-up. The snowfall, attributed to warmer seawater temperatures meeting cold air currents, also forced the closure of hundreds of schools.
South Korea is experiencing its heaviest snowfall in over a century, resulting in at least four deaths and significant disruptions, including the cancellation of over 140 flights and suspension of ferry services. The heavy snow, attributed to warm sea temperatures meeting cold air currents, has led to structural collapses and traffic accidents. Neighboring North Korea has also reported significant snowfall.
Heavy snowfall in Seoul, the third-heaviest since 1907, has led to the cancellation of over 140 flights and suspension of ferry operations, with at least four fatalities reported. The snow accumulation reached over 40cm, causing significant disruptions, including a 53-vehicle pile-up in Wonju. The unusually heavy snow is attributed to warmer seawater temperatures meeting cold air currents. Authorities have lifted heavy snow warnings, but delays and cancellations continue to affect transportation.
Seoul experienced record-breaking snowfall this week, with 16.1 cm falling on Wednesday, the heaviest November snowfall since 1907. While residents and the country's first twin panda cubs enjoyed the winter wonderland, the snow caused significant disruptions, including power outages, flight cancellations, and road restrictions. Authorities are investigating three deaths potentially linked to the weather, and President Yoon Suk Yeol has called for measures to minimize public inconvenience.
Seoul experienced its heaviest November snowfall since records began in 1907, with 16 cm of snow disrupting flights, closing roads, and causing transport delays. The snowfall, attributed to strong westerly winds and a significant temperature difference between the sea surface and cold air, led to at least one fatal traffic accident. The snow is expected to continue into Thursday morning, marking a stark contrast to the recent mild autumn weather.
Seoul's bus labor union went on strike after failing to reach an agreement on wage hikes, halting the operation of 97.6 percent of intracity buses. Last-minute negotiations ended without accepting the union's demand for a 12.7 percent increase in hourly wages, leading to the strike beginning at 4 a.m. The city government announced emergency plans to minimize commuter chaos, including adding more subway trains, extending operating hours, deploying personnel to major stations, and operating free shuttle buses from major subway stations across the capital's 25 districts.