Author: Seoul Reporter

On February 16, at the Speed Skating Arena in Milan, Italy, Kim Gil-ri secured the bronze medal in the women’s 1000m short track final during the Milan Winter Olympics.Thrilling Final PerformanceThe competition unfolded with intense racing action, where Kim Gil-ri demonstrated remarkable skill and determination to clinch third place. Her achievement highlights her growing prowess in the sport as she continues to medal on the international stage.

Canadian short track speed skater William Dandjinou delivered a commanding performance at the Milan ice arena in Italy, securing first place in the men’s 500m selection race for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on February 16 (Korean Standard Time).Dominant Display After Mixed ResultsThe event follows the men’s 1500m selection on February 15, where Dandjinou showcased his strength. Despite missing medals in the 1000m and 1500m distances earlier in the competition, which fueled his determination, Dandjinou rebounded strongly in the sprint event.In the 1500m, he fell just short of a medal, prompting rigorous training to sharpen his edge.Key Moments in the…

On the afternoon of February 16, Seoul’s Jangchung Arena hosted an intense women’s match in the Jin Air 2025-2026 Pro Volleyball V-League between GS Caltex and Hyundai Construction.Current StandingsHome team GS Caltex occupies fourth place with 15 wins, 13 losses, and 44 points. Visiting squad Hyundai Construction leads the chase for the top spot in second place, boasting 17 wins, 11 losses, and 51 points.Fourth Set MomentumGS Caltex ramps up the excitement in the fourth set, celebrating points with heightened energy as they push their scoring drive forward.

On the afternoon of February 16, Seoul’s Jangchung Gymnasium hosted an electrifying women’s match in the Jin-eo 2025-2026 Pro Volleyball V-League between GS Caltex and Hyundai Construction.Home team GS Caltex holds fourth place with 15 wins, 13 losses, and 44 points. Visiting team Hyundai Construction occupies second place, boasting 17 wins, 11 losses, and 51 points as they push for the top spots.First Set Highlight: Silva’s Power MoveIn the opening set, GS Caltex standout Silva launched a thunderous spike straight into the blockers, intensifying the competition.

Choi Ga-on, gold medalist in women’s halfpipe snowboarding at the 2026 Milan Cortina d’Ampezzo Winter Olympics, touched down at Incheon International Airport on February 16.Triumphant HomecomingThe champion athlete exited the arrival hall, radiating happiness following her groundbreaking victory in Italy.Her return marks a celebratory moment for fans and the snowboarding community, highlighting her exceptional performance on the international stage.

Ruling and opposition figures continue sharp public criticism of Seo Yeon-hwi, head of a key real estate organization, over his defense of vested interests in the housing market. Even allies within his circle, including younger members, have voiced internal dissent by revealing company insights. MOLIT Spokesman Calls Out Vested Interest Framing Park Sung-hoon, senior spokesman for the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, stated on the 16th that efforts to portray protection of real estate vested interests as safeguarding citizens’ housing amount to misleading framing. He emphasized, “Real estate activists lack proper standing in the ruling party, opposition, or Democratic…

South Korean entertainer No Hong-chul has joined a growing scandal over drugged lions used in wildlife encounters after sharing his disturbing experience from an African safari. Shocking Instagram Revelation On January 15, No Hong-chul posted on Instagram about an interaction with a lion during a trip advertised as an “Ethical Wildlife Encounters” program. He described the animal as remarkably tame, noting its collar, gentle behavior around children, and even a close-up with its cubs. “Even if it’s just a little rough, it was still so friendly,” he shared in the caption. However, No captured additional images showing the lion being…

MAMAMOO+, featuring Solar and Moonbyul, has brought on dancer Byeon Won-yeon as a vital partner for their intensive promotional drive ahead of a new album release.The duo unveiled the collaboration in a lively video on their official YouTube channel on February 16, marking an energetic new year greeting.Two-Month Search Yields Perfect MatchAfter a rigorous two-month hunt, MAMAMOO+ identified Byeon Won-yeon as the ideal collaborator to spearhead their album promotions. “We’ve poured everything into finding the right person to lead this,” they stated in the announcement.Fans have responded with overwhelming positivity, appearing even happier from afar. The group noted that additional…

Stoke City midfielder Bae Jun-ho delivered a standout moment by scoring against Premier League side Fulham in the 2025-2026 FA Cup fourth round, putting his Championship team 2-0 up before a second-half collapse led to a 1-2 defeat.Match Action at bet365 StadiumThe clash unfolded on February 16 (Korean time) at Stoke-on-Trent’s bet365 Stadium. Stoke struck first in the 15th minute through Sorba Thomas’s powerful mid-range shot that opened the scoring. Fulham mounted fierce attacks, but four minutes later, in the 19th minute, Bae Jun-ho doubled the lead. Receiving a cross from Eric Bocat during a counter-attack, Bae trapped the ball…

Record Number of Physicians Imprisoned for Narcotics CrimesRecent investigation data reveals that 395 doctors faced imprisonment for marijuana-related offenses last year, marking the highest figure on record. This surge underscores a troubling trend among medical professionals involved in narcotics violations.Shift in Classification and Rising NumbersStatistics previously grouped doctors and nurses with general ‘drug users’ in marijuana crime tallies until 2022. Starting in 2023, authorities began tracking medical personnel separately. While ‘drug user’ cases linked to marijuana hovered around 200 annually—186 in 2020, 212 in 2021, and 186 in 2022—imprisoned doctors reached 323 in 2023 and climbed to 337 in 2024,…