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Tracking COVID-19 Case Predictions with Online Searches in South Korea

December 17, 2024

Predicting COVID-19 cases is super important for governments and people to make smart decisions. Researchers have tried to guess case numbers using machine learning, looking at past cases and specific search engine queries. But these methods have a big problem: they don't show how people's online se

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South Korea's President Faces Impeachment Vote Amid Martial Law Controversy

December 14, 2024

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is in hot water. His ruling party turned against him, leading to an impeachment vote in parliament. This isn't the first time a South Korean leader has faced this. Eight years ago, another president was impeached for corruption. Yoon's trouble started when he de

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South Korea & U. S. Team Up for May Airshow Extravaganza

December 13, 2024

Get ready for a spectacular event! The U. S. Air Force's 51st Fighter Wing is planning a massive airshow in South Korea this May. Named Osan Air Power Days 2025, this event is back after a six-year break. The show is a celebration of the strong partnership between the U. S. and South Korea. The air

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South Korea's Leadership Puzzle: Who's at the Helm?

December 11, 2024

Recently, South Korea is in a bit of a pickle. President Yoon Suk Yeol is facing travel restrictions and isn't getting much support from his own party. He tried to introduce emergency measures, but that didn't go as planned. This has left everyone wondering who's really calling the shots. Legal expe

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South Korea's Night of Unrest: A Snapshot of Martial Law

December 7, 2024

South Korea experienced an extraordinary night on December 3rd, when President Yoon Suk-yeol declared nationwide martial law in a late-night speech. He blamed the political opposition for causing chaos and announced strict measures, including bans on political activities and media surveillance. Desp

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President Yoon's Bid for More Power: A Failed Self-Coup in South Korea

December 5, 2024

In December 2024, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol surprised everyone by declaring emergency martial law. He claimed it was needed to deal with threats from "pro-North Korean anti-state forces. " But many people thought it was really about stopping the main opposition party, the center-left Demo

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The Impact of Temporary Telemedicine Policies on Chronic Disease Care in South Korea

November 21, 2024

In South Korea, telemedicine has been used to manage chronic diseases for a while now. But how effective and safe is it when used nationwide? Let's dive in! Researchers looked back at national claims data to figure out how well a temporary telemedicine policy worked. They wanted to see if it helped

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AI's Data Dilemma: New Challenges Ahead

November 16, 2024

Last week, Americans voted for the next president, and since then, the news has been buzzing with announcements and speculations about the new administration's plans. Business leaders in New York discussed these topics at the Fortune Global Forum on Monday. They wondered if the U. S. is moving away

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South Korean Opposition Leader Faces Prison Time for Election Law Violation

November 15, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, South Korean opposition leader Lee Jae-myung was sentenced to a suspended prison term for violating election laws. The Seoul Central District Court found him guilty of making false statements during his presidential campaign. Lee plans to appeal the decision, which co

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Bike Helmets: Do They Save Lives?

November 15, 2024

In South Korea, bicycles are a common sight, with around 3. 3 million people riding daily. However, bike crashes are not uncommon, with about 13, 000 incidents reported annually, leading to 190 deaths. While it's well-known that helmets protect against head injuries, there's not much research showin