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04 Aug 2023 • 2 min read

Stabbing Incident at Daejeon High School

A man in his late twenties was apprehended for a violent attack on a high school teacher in Daejeon. The victim is currently undergoing emergency surgery following multiple stab wounds.

Safety Concerns Shadow World Scout Jamboree

Foreign embassies are closely monitoring the situation at the World Scout Jamboree in Saemangeum, where health and safety conditions are causing alarm. Over 600 participants have already suffered heat-related illnesses, and COVID-19 cases have been reported. Additionally, complaints about poor facility management and hygiene standards have been raised.

Copycat Stabbing Attacks Spark Fear

Following a series of violent stabbing incidents in Seoul and Seongnam, concerns over potential copycat crimes are rising. The recent stabbing of a high school teacher in Daejeon has heightened these fears.

Pressure on Coffee Chains to Lower Prices

With the cost of imported coffee beans declining, consumers are urging major coffee chains like Starbucks, Twosome Place, and Ediya to reduce their prices. Despite the calls, these companies have cited other high operational costs as reasons for maintaining current pricing.

Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival Kicks Off

Despite the blistering heat, the annual Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival has started its three-day run. Hosted in Songdo, Incheon, the festival features around 50 rock groups from both domestic and international scenes.

BLACKPINK's 'Pink Venom' Breaks Record

The music video for "Pink Venom" by K-pop girl group BLACKPINK has surpassed 700 million views on YouTube, according to their agency, YG Entertainment. This achievement came almost a year after the song's release as part of their second full-length album, "Born Pink."

North Korea Warns Against U.S. Aid to Taiwan

North Korea has criticized the U.S. for its plan to provide $345 million in military aid to Taiwan, alleging it to be a part of Washington's strategy to deter China. The North Korean foreign ministry warned that this move may lead to regional tensions escalating to a "war ignition point," cautioning that the U.S. would face consequences for crossing China's red lines.

Efforts to Bring U.S. Soldier Home from North Korea

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has stated that the U.S. is working towards bringing home Travis King, a U.S. service member who crossed into North Korea last month. However, Blinken mentioned that North Korea has yet to respond to the U.S.'s efforts and that information on King's whereabouts and well-being remains limited.