Author: Seoul Reporter

Young South Korean snowboarder Yousung Eun, an 18-year-old standout, has secured full funding for intensive training ahead of the 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics in the women’s big air event.Strong Selection PerformanceOn October 10 (Korean time), Eun competed at Livigno Snowpark in Italy during the selection trials for the Olympic snowboarding women’s big air squad. She combined scores of 171.00 points from her first and second runs to claim third place, trailing Japan’s Kokomo Murase (179 points) and New Zealand’s Joie Sadosky Sinett (172.25 points).This result marks a significant milestone for Team Korea, which has the smallest women’s ski and snowboarding…

A man in his 20s exploited artificial intelligence to create convincing fake documents, deceiving a judge and scamming 20 victims out of roughly 320 million won. Prosecutors secured his arrest through a supplementary investigation after initial detention approval.The Scam TacticsAuthorities arrested suspect A, aged 27, on the 6th for detention following an examination by the Seoul Central District Prosecutors’ Office. From late August to early October, A generated AI-powered images mimicking frozen bank accounts, combined judgment notices for national exam suspicions, and gas exchange voucher content. Posing as a wealthy individual from corporate, legal firm, or affiliate backgrounds, he lured…

Exactly 130 years ago on February 11, King Gojong of Joseon pierced the pre-dawn darkness to relocate his residence to Gungsagwan, the Russian legation. Known as the Agwanpacheon incident, this desperate move broke through the palace fence, leaving a deep scar that remains visible today as a popular tourist site and economic draw.Lessons from HistoryThe event underscores harsh realities: powerless leaders must pay steep prices for survival decisions. The lingering trace serves as a stark reminder amid ongoing geopolitical tensions, urging sharp insight into rapidly shifting circumstances.Bold Raven Symbol Steals Spotlight at Olympics OpeningThe Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening…

Manchester United has turned to club legend Michael Carrick as interim manager after dismissing Ruben Amorim in late January amid a rocky start to the season and underwhelming results.Carrick Delivers Four Consecutive VictoriesSince Carrick took charge, United has notched four wins in four matches. Impressive triumphs over Manchester City and Arsenal highlight the team’s resurgence under his guidance.Club Plans Manager Discussions SoonFootball insider Fabrizio Romano revealed plans for a new permanent manager appointment. He shared on Instagram that United intends to launch substantive talks within the next few weeks.Romano stated: “The latest on Manchester United’s summer manager selection has surfaced.”High…

Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Hwang Hee-chan, captain of the South Korean national team, sustained a calf injury during a recent Premier League match, sidelining him for at least two weeks. Injury Details Emerge The 30-year-old star felt discomfort in his right calf during the 25th-round home fixture against Chelsea on February 8 (KST). He collapsed in the 41st minute of the first half, clutching his leg in pain before substitution. Medical staff followed standard protocols, but Hwang expressed frustration, shaking his head and slamming his boots against his back as he headed to the dressing room. Club officials confirm the injury…

On February 10, the short track speed skating mixed team relay took place at the Milan Ice Skating Arena in Italy.Intense Canada-US ClashKim Gil-ri tumbled to the ice following a collision with a key member of the United States team during the fiercely contested event.The dramatic moment highlighted the high stakes in the Canada-United States matchup.

The People Power Party’s Seoul Metropolitan Party Ethics Committee ruled on February 10 to urge YouTuber and party member Ko Sung-kuk to voluntarily withdraw from the party, citing a violation of decorum standards.The decision came after Ko’s January 29 YouTube broadcast, where he declared, “Hang photos of Chun Doo-hwan and President Yoon Suk-yeol in the party headquarters across all districts.”Party lawmakers’ offices viewed the statement as undermining dignity, prompting the ethics panel to recommend voluntary departure rather than formal expulsion, as the infraction did not meet thresholds for harsher action.Ko Sung-kuk, who joined the PPP in early January and maintains…

South Korea’s short track speed skating team faced a dramatic collision during the 2000m team pursuit relay at the Milan Ice Skating Arena in Italy on February 10.Intense Preliminaries Marked by CollisionThe team, consisting of captain Kim Gil-li from Isaeng Seongnam City, Hwang Dae-heon from Gangwon Provincial Office, and Im Jong-eon from Goyang City, competed in the second preliminary round against Canada, Belgium, and the United States.South Korea clocked 2 minutes, 46.554 seconds to secure third place, trailing Canada and Belgium but ahead of the US. During the race, US skater Corbin Stoddard, who had taken the lead, collided with…

On February 9 in Milan, Italy, Kim Jae-yeol, president of the International Skating Union (ISU) and newly appointed International Olympic Committee (IOC) executive board member, held a private meeting with Korean reporters at the NH Milano Hotel. Historic Appointment for Korean Sports Kim Jae-yeol recently earned selection to the prestigious IOC executive board, marking a significant achievement for Korean sports. The appointment came during an IOC board meeting on February 4. South Korea now boasts two representatives on the board, following former IOC Vice President Kim Un-yong. The IOC executive board consists of the president, four vice presidents, and 10…

French President Emmanuel Macron urges the European Union to bridge the widening gap with the United States, emphasizing that Europe must avoid becoming a hostage to American economic pressures. Heightened Tensions in US-EU Ties Macron expressed these concerns during interviews with leading European outlets on February 10 (local time). He stated, “Even as the crisis peaks and some relief emerges, Europe must not lower its guard despite perceptions of narrowing risks.” Recent U.S. actions underscore these worries. Officials have threatened legal action over Denmark’s cooperation with Greenland and applied tariff pressures on countries like France. Such moves signal doubts about…