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The vast economic potential of Africa, with its young population and rich natural resources, and the high anticipation in Korea for the upcoming South Korea-Africa summit to catalyze mutual growth and prosperity.

The global shockwaves following the abrupt death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, the divided reactions within Iran, and the implications for the country's future and the wider Middle East.

The National Assembly's pension reform committee concluding that most South Koreans prefer a 'pay more, get more' pension system, and the ongoing clashes between ruling and opposition parties despite clear public support for this approach.

The government's ambitious 'mega city project' connecting major cities across non-capital regions, aiming to enhance connectivity and accessibility in provinces spanning from Gangwon and Chungcheong to Jeolla and Gyeongsang, with a focus on promoting balanced regional development; meanwhile, in the capital city, preparations are underway to develop select areas into a vast hub for international commerce and to create unprecedented urban attractions.

Children's Day in Korea, dedicated to children's rights and well-being, and explore how effective communication with children can nurture kindness, creativity, and confidence.

South Korea's demographic shift towards increased immigration to counter a labor shortage, with projections indicating that within 20 years, one in ten of the working population will be a migrant worker, highlighting both the potential benefits and challenges for this historically homogeneous country.

Advancements in brain chip technology, which recently captured global attention as researchers demonstrated a patient moving a computer cursor using a device implanted in the brain, highlighting the longstanding history of brain chip research and its significant breakthroughs over the years.

Sarah Shalaby, a foreigner from France who is taking her love of ancient Korean palaces and traditional heritage sites to the next level amidst the delightful spring weather that's enticing people outdoors.

Female conscription and addressing South Korea's declining military personnel, spurred by Denmark's decision to introduce female conscription in 2026, igniting debates on mandatory military service for women in light of the nation's shrinking youth population and evolving North Korean threats.

The release of the UN World Happiness Report, delving into how happiness is evaluated across over 150 countries, questioning the measurement of happiness amidst its subjectivity, and exploring strategies for countries to improve their citizens' well-being.

The upcoming Russia's presidential election, with Vladimir Putin poised to win amidst international scrutiny and domestic complexities, raising questions about its implications for Russia, the world, and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Remarkable achievement of eight-year-old Ashwath Kaushik from Singapore, who recently garnered global media attention by becoming the youngest chess player to defeat a 37-year-old grandmaster in a three-hour game at Switzerland’s Burgdorfer Stadthaus-Open, showcasing his extraordinary talent and strategic prowess in the world of chess.

The past, present, and future of Korea-Japan relations in honor of the March 1 Independence Movement Day, with insights from Alexis Dudden, professor of history at the University of Connecticut, and an acclaimed East Asia historian, providing a western third-party perspective on the complex historical issues between the two nations.

The upcoming second anniversary of the Ukraine war, where ongoing fighting reveals growing war fatigue, including Ukraine's struggle for a significant counteroffensive and the widening division among its western allies; in a special two-part series.

The upcoming second anniversary of the Ukraine war, delving into President Putin's recently labeled "propaganda victory" interview and the ongoing absence of meaningful negotiations; in a special two-part series.

The traditional lens of Asian astrology during the Lunar New Year, delving into the enduring popularity of Chinese astrology, which continues to captivate with its fascinating and intricate insights after thousands of years.

The escalating global rates of depression and anxiety, notably in post-pandemic times, exemplified by South Korea surpassing one million patients treated for depressive disorders for the first time.

Firefly Green, a British company, has made headlines by developing jet fuel from human sewage, a groundbreaking move in the fight against climate change. Founder James Hygate discusses the journey and potential for using unconventional raw materials to reduce aviation's carbon footprint.

The Israel-Hamas war, which has led to two million displacements and almost 24,000 deaths, including 10,000 children, in Gaza. The conflict is set to continue for months, with Netanyahu vowing to fight until Hamas is completely destroyed, and its regional impact is expanding into other parts of the Middle East. Professor of History and Peace Studies at University of Notre Dame, Asher Kaufman, will help us understand where the raging conflict stands and where it will be headed.

the highlights and exciting details of this year's CES in Las Vegas, featuring over 4000 exhibitors with the Vice President of Market Research for the Consumer Technology Association, the producer of CES: Steve Koenig.