Author: Seoul Reporter

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes is reportedly on the verge of signing a contract extension with the club, despite receiving substantial offers from elsewhere. Reports indicate that the Portuguese international is committed to staying at Old Trafford and is currently in negotiations with the English giants. Contract Negotiations Underway Global sports media outlet The Athletic reported that Manchester United is actively engaged in contract discussions with Bruno Fernandes. These talks come after Fernandes received a significant offer from Turkish club Galatasaray. The reported proposal from Galatasaray included an annual salary of €20 million, a figure that highlights the considerable interest…

A special investigation team has summoned a former spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense for questioning regarding alleged violations of a wartime emergency order. The investigation centers on the dissemination of this order to the press corps during a declared emergency on December 3, 2024. Investigation into Wartime Emergency Order Dissemination According to legal sources on November 18th, the special investigation team has formally summoned the former spokesperson on suspicion of aiding in the dissemination of the wartime emergency order. This action stems from the belief that the order was communicated to the press corps without proper authorization or…

A special prosecutor has arrested a former spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense on suspicion of violating emergency orders. The investigation centers on allegations that the former official transmitted an emergency decree via text message to reporters on December 3, 2024, the day an emergency martial law was declared. Allegations of Transmitting Emergency Decree The special prosecutor, Kwon Chang-young, has detained Jeon Ha-gyu, who previously served as the Defense Ministry’s spokesperson. The core of the investigation involves a text message allegedly sent by Jeon to the Defense Ministry’s press corps. This message reportedly contained the full text of Emergency…

A section of a two-story house in Dong-gu, Busan, partially collapsed on the afternoon of October 18th, leading to one injury. The resident who sustained injuries was hurt while evacuating the premises. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported. Incident Details Emerge The incident occurred around 1:06 PM when emergency services received a report of a partial structural failure at a detached house in Sujeong-dong, Dong-gu. According to the Busan Fire and Disaster Headquarters, the collapse affected the exterior wall and the entrance area of the second floor. The structure, built in 1962, is described as being made of cement blocks. At…

BGF Retail, the operator of the convenience store chain CU, has provided emergency relief supplies to the Geoje region in Gyeongnam Province, which suffered extensive damage from recent torrential rains. The company announced on August 18th that it had mobilized its disaster relief system to support the affected communities. Devastating Flooding Strikes Geoje During the extended Liberation Day holiday period, Geoje experienced unprecedented rainfall, exceeding 950 millimeters. This deluge caused widespread flooding and significant damage to homes and infrastructure. The heavy rains also triggered road washouts and landslides, complicating rescue and recovery efforts. The scale of the destruction indicated that…

Black Myth: Wukong, developed by Game Science, has undergone a remarkable 17 content updates in the five months since its global launch. This consistent stream of enhancements, focusing on both new gameplay elements and player convenience, highlights an evolving approach to single-player game development and long-term player engagement. Consistent Content Expansion Since its release on March 20th, Black Myth: Wukong has received a total of 17 substantial updates. These updates have collectively introduced over 20 new content pieces and features, demonstrating a significant commitment to expanding the game’s world and mechanics. This level of post-launch support is particularly noteworthy for…

A man in his 30s, initially suspected of drug use due to his unusual behavior captured on video, has tested positive for narcotics following a detailed examination of his mobile phone. The incident, which gained public attention after a video circulated on social media, led to an investigation by the Gyeonggi Nambu Provincial Police Agency in Suwon. Initial Suspicion and Arrest The man, identified as Mr. A, was filmed in June standing in the vicinity of a bus stop at an apartment complex in Gwonseon-gu, Suwon. The footage showed him with his back hunched and arms outstretched, a posture that…

The National Tax Service (NTS) has announced a two-month extension for corporate tax payments for approximately 1,200 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Geoje and Tongyeong that suffered damages from Typhoon Hinnamnor. This administrative relief measure aims to support businesses struggling with the aftermath of the severe storm. Automatic Extension for Typhoon-Affected Businesses Under normal circumstances, these businesses were required to complete their interim corporate tax pre-payments by the end of August. However, following the NTS decision, the payment deadline has been automatically extended to November 2, 2022, without the need for individual applications. This proactive approach by the tax…

A 16-year-old male was apprehended by police after attempting to enter his girlfriend’s apartment, allegedly using responding officers as a shield, and subsequently threatening them with a toy gun. The incident occurred on the evening of November 14th in the Gangdong District of Seoul. Suspect’s Alleged Motive and Actions Authorities at the Gangdong Police Station reported that the teenager, identified as ‘A’, was arrested on charges including trespassing and threatening police officers. Investigators believe ‘A’ acted out of anger after his girlfriend’s father had reportedly threatened him, warning him not to contact his daughter again. The situation escalated when ‘A’…

Kim Ha-seong, the Atlanta Braves’ highly compensated infielder, was notably absent from the starting lineup during the team’s recent interleague game against the Minnesota Twins. The Braves fell to the Twins with a final score of 4-2 in a contest played at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This loss marks a continuation of a losing streak for Atlanta, impacting their season record to 75 wins and 50 losses. The Minnesota Twins, conversely, snapped their own three-game losing streak, improving their record to 61 wins and 65 losses. Kim Ha-seong’s Season Statistics Remain Stagnant The absence of Kim Ha-seong from the…