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  After rare catch, Han River survey sets sights on new discovery SEOUL, April 23 (AJP) - Expectations are rising for new discoveries in this year’s regular catch season along the Han River, following last year’s rare find of a protected species that underscored improving ecological conditions in the capital’s main waterway. The Seoul Metropolitan Government on Thursday conducted a fish species survey near Bamseom Island beneath Seogang Bridge in Yeongdeungpo-gu, western Seoul, as part of its semiannual monitoring progr April 23, 2026
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  Cash-strapped artists recount struggles with red tape at forum in Seoul SEOUL, April 22 (AJP) - A forum to improve the rights of artists and entertainers alike was held at the National Assembly in Seoul on Wednesday. At the forum hosted by lawmaker Son Sol of the minor far-left Progressive Party, participants discussed various measures to improve their legal rights, address workplace mistreatment, and strengthen support measures. Many of them, hired on independent freelance-based contracts and struggling to make ends meet, are unable to access state- April 22, 2026
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  20,000 Farmers rally in Yeouido against agricultural cooperatives act revision SEOUL, April 21 (AJP) - About 20,000 farmers and agricultural cooperative heads gathered in Yeouido on Tuesday to strongly oppose the government's push to revise the Agricultural Cooperatives Act, calling it an "infringement on autonomy." According to the National Agricultural Cooperative Federation (NACF) on April 21, agricultural cooperative heads and farmers from across the country held the 'Farmers' Rally to Defend Agricultural Cooperative Autonomy' i April 22, 2026
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  Spring cleaning meets yellow dust SEOUL, April 21 (AJP) -Suspended high above the streets of Seoul, maintenance crews descend glass façades with ropes and squeegees, wiping away a season’s worth of dust and pollution. As fine particulate levels spike, building exteriors—windows, panels, and ledges—require frequent washing, turning the skyline into a vertical cleaning stage. April 21, 2026
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  TWICE's Sana shows off summer look ahead of season SEOUL, April 21 (AJP) - TWICE member Sana attended the fashion brand 'Polo Play Bag' pop-up store opening event at Lotte World Mall in Jamsil, Seoul, on Tuesday. She showcased a refreshing summer fashion look in a white dress with a sky blue cardigan worn as a shoulder shawl, accented with a cobalt blue bag. April 21, 2026
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  KOSPI hits new high amid hopes for US-Iran talks SEOUL, April 21 (AJP) - South Korea's stock market rebounded on Tuesday, setting a new record after about two months, amid hopes of looming talks between the United States and Iran. The country's benchmark KOSPI surged 2.72 percent to close at a record high of 6,388.47, breaking its previous closing record of 6,307.27 set on Feb. 26, just ahead of U.S.-led airstrikes on Iran that that pushed the already volatile Middle East into further turmoil. The junior KOSDAQ also edg April 21, 2026
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  TWICE Nayeon sports new identity in "Wear Yourself" campaign with GROVE SEOUL, April 21 (AJP) - Nayeon of South Korean girl group TWICE under JYP Entertainment joined fashion brand GROVE in its third campaign. The “Wear Yourself” campaign is built around the idea of dressing in a way that reflects one’s true self, offering a message of personal expression through fashion. The brand presented styles completed in individual ways by combining timeless basics with statement pieces. Nayeon, who serves as Grove’s am April 21, 2026
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  Rally in Seoul raises awareness for people with disabilities SEOUL, April 20 (AJP) - A nationwide association of parents of children with disabilities held a rally in front of the National Assembly in Yeouido, Seoul on Monday. The rally was held to mark the day for the physically challenged, observed annually on April 20 since 1981, to raise awareness of people with disabilities and better protect their rights. At the rally, participants held a procession that included taking three steps and one bow, a Buddhist practice of prostration that April 20, 2026
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  NCT WISH drops its first studio album SEOUL, April 20 (AJP) - K-pop boy group NCT WISH has dropped its first full-length album on Sunday after successfully wrapping up an encore concert in Seoul. According to SM Entertainment, NCT WISH releases its first studio album, Ode to Love, at 6 p.m. The 10-track album, featuring the lead single of the same name, brings together the group’s signature “fresh and neo” sound that it has built since debut. Ahead of the release, the group held its first solo conce April 20, 2026
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  Bakery fair underway in southern Seoul SEOUL, April 17 (AJP) - A bakery fair is being held in southern Seoul, with around 300 booths from 100 bakeries and confectionery makers participating. Co-hosted by the Korea Confectionery Master Association and the Korea Bakery Association, the fair at COEX kicked off on Thursday and runs until Sunday under the theme of "Bake the World," showcasing bakery-related machinery, packaging solutions, and raw materials During the four-day run, a competition is also scheduled, April 17, 2026