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  Gang Dong-won embraces maturity after action-packed Netflix film SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - Actor Gang Dong-won's first Netflix film, "Uprising," has captured global attention since its release on Netflix early last month. Available on the U.S. streaming platform starting from Oct. 11, the film ranked among the top 10 in over 70 countries, amassing an impressive 17.6 million viewing hours in its first three weeks. Expressing his excitement over the film's simultaneous reach to viewers across the world, Gang said in a recent in November 1, 2024
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  South Korea condemns North Korea's ICBM test as violation of UN sanctions SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - The Ministry of Unification here strongly condemned North Korea on Friday, warning that its test-launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) the previous day violated United Nations Security Council resolutions (UNSCRs). In a press briefing, ministry spokesperson Kim In-ae said, "The ICBM launch is clearly a provocative act that violates UN Security Council resolutions and poses a serious threat to peace on the Korean Peninsula." The November 1, 2024
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  Flamboyant influencers mingle at Halloween party in Seoul Participants enjoy a Halloween party in Seongsu-dong, Seoul on Oct. 31, 2024. AJP Han Jun-gu SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - Hundreds of foreign influencers gathered for a Halloween party in Seoul's Seongsu-dong, an industrial-turned-trendy district known for its vibrant atmosphere. Participants in spooky or creative costumes enjoyed the autumnal American celebration, featuring various fun events and performances. The party was hosted by Exprivé, a company that connects November 1, 2024
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  PHOTOS: AI Content Festival opens at COEX in Seoul SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - The AI Content Festival 2024 is being held at COEX in Seoul from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2. Hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the festival aims to promote the creation and popularization of AI content through various hands-on experiences, exhibitions and conferences. November 1, 2024
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  Korea to hold mega shopping festival next month SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - South Korea will kick off its largest nationwide shopping event, Korea Sale Festa, on Nov. 9 for a 22-day run, with a record 2,600 companies participating, the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy said Friday. The event includes participation from major retailers like Shinsegae and Lotte, and various online platforms such as SSG.com, Coupang and Naver, all offering additional discounts on products ranging from daily necessities to cultural activities and November 1, 2024
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  Korean energy giant SK Innovation completes merger with affiliate SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - The merged entity of Korea’s top refiner SK Innovation Co. and its affiliate SK E&S officially launched Friday, becoming Asia-Pacific's largest private energy company with assets worth about 105 trillion won ($78.5 billion). The company will retain the SK Innovation name and combines its petrochemical and battery operations with SK E&S's liquefied natural gas and renewable energy businesses. As part of a groupwide restructuring, the November 1, 2024
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  North Korea hails 'successful' test launch of new ICBM SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - North Korea said Friday it successfully test-fired its new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) the previous day, praising it as an "ultimate" version of its long-range missiles. The missile, dubbed Hwasong-19, reportedly reached an altitude of 7,688 kilometers, traveling approximately 1,000 kilometers for about 86 minutes before landing in its targeted area in the East Sea, according to Pyongyang's state-run Korean Central News Agency (K November 1, 2024
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  PHOTOS: North Korea releases photos of ICBM firing moments SEOUL, November 01 (AJP) - North Korea announced on Nov. 1 that it has successfully test-fired its latest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) Hwasong-19 on Oct 31. Its leader Kim Jong-un and his daughter Kim Ju-ae observed the launch. November 1, 2024
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  PHOTOS: Influencers gather for Halloween party in Seoul SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - About 300 foreign influencers and other partygoers dressed in spooky costumes gathered for a Halloween party in Seoul's hip district of Seongsu-dong on Thursday. The party was hosted by Exprivé, a company with over 5,000 foreign influencers promoting South Korean cosmetics and healthcare-related products. Participants enjoyed the American celebration with a Korean-style community event. Under the slogan "Influence Giving," the proceeds from th November 1, 2024
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  Czech watchdog rejects Westinghouse, EDF appeals over KHNP nuclear deal SEOUL, November 1 (AJP) - The Czech antitrust watchdog has dismissed appeals from U.S.-based Westinghouse Electric Co. and French state-owned utility EDF against Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) being chosen as the preferred bidder for a nuclear power plant project. The Czech Office for the Protection of Competition (UOHS) has been reviewing objections the two failed bidders filed after KHNP was named the preferred bidder in July to build new reactors in the Dukovany nuclear p November 1, 2024