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[WEEKLY FOCUS] Strategic moves behind NVIDIA CEO's Korea visit

Title: [WEEKLY FOCUS] Strategic moves behind NVIDIA CEO's Korea visit
Runtime: 5:44
Date posted: 9 hours ago
Description: - 젠슨 황 방한일정 및 성과, 그의 방한에서 느껴지는 전략은?

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2026-06-13, 12:00 (KST)

Title: WEEKLY NEWS HIGHLIGHTS (2026.06.13)
Runtime: 25:24
Date posted: 9 hours ago
Description: 'Weekly News Highlights' brings you some of the biggest stories that made headlines this week.

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#SouthKorea #Politics #Policy #EU #Diplomacy #Economy #JensenHuang #GDP #Growth #Employment #FIFA_WorldCup #WorldCup_2026 #Weekly_News #Highlight #Arirang_News

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2026-06-13, 12:00 (KST)

S. Korea begins 2026 FIFA World Cup with 2-1 win over Czechia

Title: S. Korea begins 2026 FIFA World Cup with 2-1 win over Czechia
Runtime: 0:42
Date posted: 22 hours ago
Description: S. Korea begins 2026 FIFA World Cup with 2-1 win over Czechia

#Football #FIFA_WorldCup #WorldCup_2026 #SouthKorea #KORCZE #2026_북중미_월드컵 #월드컵 #축구대표팀 #체코전 #Arirang_News #아리랑뉴스

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2026-06-12 (KST)

[FULL] AI HEADLINE NEWS 22:00 (2026-06-12)

Title: [FULL] AI HEADLINE NEWS 22:00 (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 3:46
Date posted: 22 hours ago
Description: ▪ S. Korea beat Czechia in opening fixture of 2026 FIFA World Cup

▪ President Lee holds summit with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni

▪ KOSPI reclaims 8,000 mark as foreign investors return to buying

▪ BOK signals rate hike as government defends job market

▪ BTS kicks off 2 concerts in Busan on Friday

South Korea's World Cup outlook: how far can the Taegeuk Warriors go after their first win?

Title: South Korea's World Cup outlook: how far can the Taegeuk Warriors go after their first win?
Runtime: 5:05
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: 대한민국, 체코전 역전승… 월드컵 32강 가능할까?

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2026-06-12, 20:00 (KST)

Preview of President Lee's third summit with Italian PM Meloni

Title: Preview of President Lee's third summit with Italian PM Meloni
Runtime: 2:18
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: 李대통령, 오늘 伊 멜로니 총리와 정상회담… 한-이탈리아 비즈니스 라운드테이블도 참석

President Lee Jae Myung continues his state visit to Italy with a summit meeting with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Friday.
Later in the day, he will attend the Korea-Italy business roundtable, where business leaders from both countries will discuss ways to expand cooperation.
Our Blue House correspondent Song Yoo-jin reports.

President Lee Jae Myung will conclude his summit diplomacy in Italy with talks with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Friday's meeting comes less than five months after Meloni's official visit to Seoul.
At their January summit at the Blue House, Korea and Italy signed three memorandums of understanding covering semiconductors, cultural heritage protection, and civil protection.
Talks this time are expected to serve as a follow-up to those agreements, with the two leaders reviewing their im...

Trump claims Iran deal breakthrough after scaling back strikes, with possible signing in Europe

Title: Trump claims Iran deal breakthrough after scaling back strikes, with possible signing in Europe
Runtime: 2:33
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: 미•이란 '종전 MOU' 서명 제네바서 하나… 美수송기 선발대 출발

After days of rapidly escalating tensions in the Middle East, Washington says a diplomatic framework with Tehran could soon be within reach — with media reports suggesting a possible signing ceremony in Europe as early as this weekend.
Our Moon Hye-ryeon has the details.

U.S. President Trump on Thursday swung from threatening a third straight day of strikes on Iran to calling them off entirely, suggesting a deal may be in the works.
Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump claimed a breakthrough had been reached on a preliminary memorandum of understanding.

"We just made a great settlement of the war with Iran, and we're going to be, subject to finalization of documents, which should get done over the next few days. We probably have a signing, maybe in Europe."

According to Axios, four U.S. Air Force transport aircraft flew to Europe on Thu...

ROK Air Force kicks off 'Soaring Eagle' one-week large-scale standalone aerial combat exercise

Title: ROK Air Force kicks off 'Soaring Eagle' one-week large-scale standalone aerial combat exercise
Runtime: 0:45
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: 공군, 韓단독 대규모 공중훈련 '소링이글' 1년6개월만에 실시

The ROK Air Force kicked off its large-scale standalone aerial combat exercise on Friday, "Soaring Eagle," for the first time in a year-and-a-half.
According to the Air Force on Friday, the exercise will run for a week until June 19th out of an air base in Cheongju involving more than 50 aircraft including F-35A and F-16 jets, and around two-hundred-10 personnel.
The latest drill will focus on enhancing operational capability and assessing its combat readiness against various potential threats.
The Air Force has invited around 10 air force representatives from allied countries — including Saudi Arabia and Poland, as observers.

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ECB signals more rate hikes over Iran war inflation fears

Title: ECB signals more rate hikes over Iran war inflation fears
Runtime: 0:40
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: ECB, 추가 긴축 가능성 시사… "필요 시 7월도 금리 인상"

The European Central Bank says it may not be done hiking rates just yet.
ECB Governing Council member Joachim Nagel said the bank could raise rates again at its July meeting, if the fallout from the Middle East war demands it.
He argued that rising energy costs are feeding into broader inflation, making Thursday's quarter-point rate hike unavoidable, even if the conflict cools quickly.
The move made the ECB the first major central bank to raise rates in response to the Iran war.
Markets are already pricing in two more quarter-point increases, in September and December.

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BTS kicks off 2 concerts in Busan on Friday

Title: BTS kicks off 2 concerts in Busan on Friday
Runtime: 0:42
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: BTS, 오늘부터 부산 콘서트… 신곡 '컴 오버' 발표

Megahit boyband BTS kicked off its concerts in Busan this evening as part of its ongoing "ARIRANG" world tour.
The group is performing at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium for two days starting Friday, coinciding with the 13th anniversary of its debut on June 13.
Ahead of the milestone, BTS released a new digital single, "Come Over," today.
The track, co-produced by SUGA and credited to RM and j-hope, was previously only available on the vinyl LP edition of the group's fifth full-length album "ARIRANG."
BTS is also set to unveil a music video for the album track "Merry Go Round" next week.

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[Weather] Seoul hits 31°C tomorrow, showers on Sunday

Title: [Weather] Seoul hits 31°C tomorrow, showers on Sunday
Runtime: 1:45
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: 내일 서울 31도, 일요일엔 소나기

Tomorrow, daytime temperatures will reach around 30 degrees Celsius across most parts of the country.
Seoul's daytime high will climb to 31 degrees, making it even warmer than today.
The early-summer heat will continue into Sunday as well.
But from late afternoon, scattered showers will develop across much of the country, except for Seoul and the east coast of Gangwon-do Province.
Rain will also move to Jeju Island.
Rainfall is likely to range from 5 to 30 millimeters across the country, while Jeju Island may see less than 5 millimeters.
Meanwhile, ozone levels are expected to rise in the afternoon, so it would be best to limit outdoor activities and plan to stay indoors during the daytime hours.
Tomorrow, Seoul will start the day at 17 degrees, Daejeon 15, and Busan 19.
Then by the afternoon, Seoul will get up to 31, Daegu 32, and Gwangju 30 degrees.
The heat will stick aroun...

Title: [FULL] NEWSCENTER (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 25:16
Date posted: 23 hours ago
Description: ▪ S. Korea begins 2026 FIFA World Cup with 2-1 win over Czechia

▪ South Korea's World Cup outlook: how far can the Taegeuk Warriors go after their first win?

▪ Preview of President Lee's third summit with Italian PM Meloni

▪ Trump claims Iran deal breakthrough after scaling back strikes, with possible signing in Europe

▪ ROK Air Force kicks off 'Soaring Eagle' one-week large-scale standalone aerial combat exercise

▪ KOSPI reclaims 8,000 mark as foreign investors return to buying

▪ BOK signals rate hike as government defends job market

▪ ECB signals more rate hikes over Iran war inflation fears

▪ BTS kicks off 2 concerts in Busan on Friday

▪ How Busan is addressing unfair lodging concerns ahead of BTS concert

▪ [Weather] Seoul hits 31°C tomorrow, showers on Sunday

Lee Jae Myung’s European tour diplomacy: Expanding Korea’s strategic partnerships

Title: Lee Jae Myung’s European tour diplomacy: Expanding Korea’s strategic partnerships
Runtime: 18:22
Date posted: 24 hours ago
Description: 이재명 대통령 유럽 외교 본격화… 전략적 협력 확대의 의미는

Welcome to Within The Frame, where we bring the most pressing issues across the globe into focus. I'm Kim Mok-yeon.
President Lee Jae Myung’s first European tour since taking office is underway, with a series of high-level meetings aimed at strengthening Korea’s ties with Europe.
Following summit talks in Belgium and Italy, President Lee has expanded cooperation in areas including AI, semiconductors, aerospace and energy, while also upgrading Korea-Italy relations to a Special Strategic Partnership.
With a visit to the Vatican and the G7 Summit still ahead, attention is now on what lasting diplomatic and economic outcomes this trip can deliver.

For more on this, we connect to Mason Richey, Professor of International Politics at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies. Welcome.

Also joining us is Kim Young-jun, National Security College pr...

Title: [LIVE] NEWSCENTER (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 50:41
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ S. Korea begins 2026 FIFA World Cup with 2-1 win over Czechia

▪ South Korea's World Cup outlook: how far can the Taegeuk Warriors go after their first win?

▪ Preview of President Lee's third summit with Italian PM Meloni

▪ Trump claims Iran deal breakthrough after scaling back strikes, with possible signing in Europe

▪ ROK Air Force kicks off 'Soaring Eagle' one-week large-scale standalone aerial combat exercise

▪ KOSPI reclaims 8,000 mark as foreign investors return to buying

▪ BOK signals rate hike as government defends job market

▪ ECB signals more rate hikes over Iran war inflation fears

▪ BTS kicks off 2 concerts in Busan on Friday

▪ How Busan is addressing unfair lodging concerns ahead of BTS concert

▪ [Weather] Seoul hits 31°C tomorrow, showers on Sunday

▪ (0612 Within The Frame) Lee Jae Myung’s European to...

Red Devils host first fan park of 2026 FIFA World Cup as Korea defeats Czechia

Title: Red Devils host first fan park of 2026 FIFA World Cup as Korea defeats Czechia
Runtime: 2:25
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 광화문광장에 최대 1만8천… 짜릿한 역전극에 환희의 물결

Team Korea's opening victory was followed fervently by football fans here at home with many of them gathered in downtown Seoul at a public watch event.
Our Cho Young-eun was with them.

In central Seoul, thousands of football fans dressed in red gathered at Gwanghwamun Square to support South Korea in its opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
Despite the early weekday kickoff, supporters filled the square, waving flags and chanting in support of the national team.
Known as the Red Devils, South Korea’s official supporters group rose to global prominence during the country’s historic run to the World Cup semifinals in 2002, and large-scale fan park events have become a hallmark since then.
Friday's featured K-pop boy band CORTIS, performing the group's latest title track "RED-RED."

"We were born in 2003, so we didn't get to experience the 2...

KOSPI reclaims 8,000 mark as foreign investors return to buying

Title: KOSPI reclaims 8,000 mark as foreign investors return to buying
Runtime: 2:18
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 코스피 8천선 탈환… 외인 25거래일 만에 매수 전환

Speaking of markets.
The South Korean stock market also responded enthusiastically to news of a potential peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran.
Kim Jun-hong covers Friday's rally.

Korea's stock market saw sharp gains on Friday, with the benchmark KOSPI regaining the 8-thousand level after three trading days below the mark.
The index closed at 8123.62, up 4.63 percent from the previous session.
After opening more than six percent higher, the KOSPI triggered a buy-side sidecar just six minutes into trading, and at one point surged more than 8 percent.
The secondary KOSDAQ also finished above the 1-thousand mark for the first time in five trading days.

The rally was fueled by hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal after U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington had reached a "great settlement" with Iran.
The optimism lifted Wall Street overnight...

BOK signals rate hike as government defends job market

Title: BOK signals rate hike as government defends job market
Runtime: 2:08
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 물가•고용 비상… 한은 "금리 인상"•정부 "고용 총력"

Also on the local front.
The Bank of Korea has shared intentions to raise rates to tackle inflation while the Finance Ministry seeks to stabilize a slowing job market.
Kim Do-yeon reports.

The Korean economy is showing strong headline growth, but top policymakers are sounding the alarm over a growing crisis in everyday livelihoods.
During the Bank of Korea's 76th-anniversary address on Friday, Governor Shin Hyun-song highlighted the unexpectedly strong first-quarter economic growth.
However, he warned that the prolonged Middle East conflict is keeping consumer prices high.
Citing these external shocks, a volatile currency, and surging household debt from leveraged investing, Shin signaled that tighter monetary policy is unavoidable.

"Therefore, with an emphasis on price stability, there is a need to raise interest rates without delay."
...

Korea sets youth employment as top priority for gov't: Deputy PM

Title: Korea sets youth employment as top priority for gov't: Deputy PM
Runtime: 0:41
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 구윤철 "청년 고용 개선을 최우선 순위로 노력하겠다"

In related news.
Finance and Economy Minister Koo Yun-cheol says bolstering youth employment is a top policy priority.
Remarks to this end were made during THAT emergency economic ministers' meeting on this Friday during which he made note of findings that showed a drop in employment in the month of May the first in 17 months.
Accordingly he pledged policy interventions based on sector-specific trends and stronger employment incentives.
Separately to promote global tech leadership the government will reportedly finalize a commercialization roadmap for next-generation power semiconductors this month.

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Kim pledges support for Russia's policies in congratulatory letter sent to Putin

Title: Kim pledges support for Russia's policies in congratulatory letter sent to Putin
Runtime: 0:38
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 김정은 "북러동맹 더욱 강화… 모스크바 대내외정책 지지"

In other news.
North Korea's Kim Jong-un pledged his regime's support for Russia's domestic and foreign policies
in a letter to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on this Friday to mark Russia's National Day.
According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency the letter noted that ties between Pyongyang and Moscow are strengthening into a sincere and steadfast alliance.
Kim linked this reality to both countries honoring their obligations under the comprehensive strategic partnership treaty signed during the Pyongyang summit in June 2024.

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How Busan is addressing unfair lodging concerns ahead of BTS concert

Title: How Busan is addressing unfair lodging concerns ahead of BTS concert
Runtime: 3:08
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: BTS 콘서트를 앞두고 부산시가 숙박 관련 불공정 문제 해결을 위해 취하는 조치

Earlier this year we brought you coverage of the concerns about and the campaign against price gouging by some accommodation providers in the southern city of Busan as it prepares to host BTS and its fans.
That being said in this next report our Park Jun-han takes a look at the COLLECTIVE efforts since then to ensure a pleasant event.

Ahead of BTS's world tour concert "ARIRANG" in Busan, complaints over unusually high hotel room rates grew so widespread that even the BTS members themselves have spoken out.
During a live broadcast last month, the group's leader, RM, using a Busan dialect, urged local businesses to "be reasonable."
To protect visitors from unfair practices and safeguard Busan's reputation, the city has launched the "Fair Accommodation Challenge."
Leading the charge are some local hotels that are refusing to take adva...

Title: BTS kicks off 2 concerts in Busan on Friday
Runtime: 0:47
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: BTS, 오늘부터 부산 콘서트… 신곡 '컴 오버' 발표

Busan is bracing itself for BTS's homecoming as the group's latest concert under its Arirang World Tour takes place in the southern port city on this Friday evening.
The group performs at Busan Asiad Main Stadium tonight and tomorrow night Saturday that is June 13th which is also the date of its debut 13 years ago.
And ahead of this milestone BTS today released a new digital single titled "Come Over".
The track co-produced by SUGA and credited to RM and J-hope was previously only available on the vinyl LP edition of the group's fifth full-length album "ARIRANG."
BTS is also set to unveil a music video for album track "Merry Go Round" next week.

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Title: S. Korea begins 2026 FIFA World Cup with 2-1 win over Czechia
Runtime: 1:33
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 대한민국 축구대표팀 체코에 2-1 역전승

We start with Team Korea's opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup against the Czech Republic that came to a close with a TWO-ONE win for Taegeuk Warriors
Cha Yun-kyung has the highlights.

South Korea showed resilience in its opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico.
The team fell behind midway through the second half after Ladislav Krejci headed Czechia in front in the 59th minute.
But Korea's response was immediate.
Eight minutes later, midfielder Hwang In-beom restored parity with a well-taken equalizer, assisted by Lee Kang-in.
Substitute Oh Hyeon-gyu completed the turnaround in the 80th minute, assisted by Hwang, giving Korea a 2-1 victory.

Rather than retreating after conceding, Korea continued to push forward.
The Taeguk Warriors created chances throughout and maintained their attacking approach.
That persistence paid off as Korea foun...

Title: [FULL] THE DAILY REPORT (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 26:14
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ S. Korea begins 2026 FIFA World Cup with 2-1 win over Czechia

▪ Red Devils host first fan park of 2026 FIFA World Cup as Korea defeats Czechia

▪ Presidents Lee, Mattarella forge Korea-Italy Special Strategic Partnership

▪ Trump says U.S. is "close to deal" to end war but Tehran pushes back on claims

▪ KOSPI reclaims 8,000 mark as foreign investors return to buying

▪ BOK signals rate hike as government defends job market

▪ Korea sets youth employment as top priority for gov't: Deputy PM

▪ Kim pledges support for Russia's policies in congratulatory letter sent to Putin

▪ S. Korea, U.S. reaffirm goal of regime's denuclearization during latest NCG meeting

▪ BTS kicks off 2 concerts in Busan on Friday

▪ How Busan is addressing unfair lodging concerns ahead of BTS concert

▪ World News: World Cup opens at Azteca as Mexico be...

Title: BTS BUSAN CONCERT, 2026 FIFA KICKS OFF
Runtime: 19:17
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: BTS, 오늘부터 부산 콘서트; 2026 FIFA 월드컵, 12일 대한민국 VS 체코

Hello and welcome.
It's Friday JUNE 12th here in Seoul.
I'm Min Sun-hee.
We are counting down fewer than two hours to the start of the BTS show over in Busan as part of its Arirang World Tour.
For more on this concert I have freelance journalist Raphael Rashid.
Raphael it's good to have you here.
I also have writer Colin Marshall.
Colin welcome back.

1) Raphael, BTS's world tour brings the group back to South Korea with a concert tonight titled "Arirang in Busan".
Let's start with the foreign media coverage of this upcoming event.

2) Colin, pundits believe BTS's comeback is fueling South Korea's soft power drive across the globe.
How strong is this drive, as we speak?

3) Raphael, excitement about the BTS concerts for tonight and tomorrow in Busan has been overshadowed by dist...

[FULL] AI HEADLINE NEWS 16:00 (2026-06-12)

Title: [FULL] AI HEADLINE NEWS 16:00 (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 4:00
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ S. Korea beat Czechia in opening fixture of 2026 FIFA World Cup

▪ Presidents Lee, Mattarella forge Korea-Italy Special Strategic Partnership

▪ Korea sets youth employment as top priority for gov't: Deputy PM

▪ Trump says U.S. is "close to deal" to end war but Tehran pushes back on claims

▪ ECB raises key interest rate for first time in 3 years

Korea’s Night Ride Home: The Human System Behind Safe Drinking Culture

Title: Korea’s Night Ride Home: The Human System Behind Safe Drinking Culture
Runtime: 1:27
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: Korea’s Night Ride Home: The Human System Behind Safe Drinking Culture

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[K-Culture Issue] Beethoven and Paganini, reimagined in Korean original musicals

Title: [K-Culture Issue] Beethoven and Paganini, reimagined in Korean original musicals
Runtime: 11:37
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: K-창작뮤지컬로 만나는 클래식 거장들

Classical music legends like Beethoven and Paganini are returning to the stage through Korean original musicals. Rather than being portrayed as distant figures from history books, they are being reimagined as artists struggling with passion, ambition, and personal conflict. Today, we'll explore how these iconic musicians are being brought back to life on stage with culture critic Professor Chie Hye-won at Kyung Hee University. Welcome back, Professor Chie!

Q1. Recently, we've seen a growing number of Korean original musicals based on real-life musicians and composers.
What are some notable examples?

Q2. Let's go into the details and start with Beethoven, which opened on June 9. The production has attracted considerable attention because two of Korea's most prominent musical actors, Park Hyo-shin (also well-known as a ballad singer) and Hong Kwang-ho, are sharing the title role....

Title: [FULL] K-Culture Dive (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 24:18
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ [K-Enter] EJAE performs with Andrea Bocelli at FIFA World Cup opening ceremony,

▪ K-Culture Dive AI News

▪ [K-dive] 87-year-old artist proves it's never too late to dream

▪ [Short-form] Korea’s Night Ride Home: The Human System Behind Safe Drinking Culture

▪ [K-Culture Issue] Beethoven and Paganini, reimagined in Korean original musicals

Title: Korea’s Night Ride Home: The Human System Behind Safe Drinking Culture
Runtime: 1:27
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: '대리운전'

When a night out in Korea ends with a car in the parking lot and drinks at the table, a quiet, highly efficient system steps in to get you home safely.

Korea’s nights are anything but quiet. It’s a culture built around food, drinks, and long social evenings that often end with one more round over dinner. But if you drove there—and had a drink—what then?
In Korea, even after drinking, there’s a simple solution: someone comes, gets behind the wheel of your car, and drives you home safely. It’s not self-driving tech. It’s something older—and far more human.
It’s called designated driving. Open an app, enter your destination, and a driver is on the way to take over your car.
The service isn’t unique to Korea. But few countries have integrated it so deeply into daily life. Then why has it taken such a strong root in Korea in particular? The answer lies in Korean society itself.
Nightlife built around work ...

[K-dive] 87-year-old artist proves it's never too late to dream

Title: [K-dive] 87-year-old artist proves it's never too late to dream
Runtime: 2:14
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 붓끝에 핀 인생 2막 87세 화가가 주는 희망

An artist who first picked up a paintbrush at the age of 85 is now holding her first solo exhibition.
Through her paintings, she offers a powerful reminder that it is never too late to begin something new.
Kim Suh-young has the story.

These vibrant works, capturing the natural beauty of Jeju, were painted by 87-year-old artist Jwa Gi-chun.
Her canvases are filled with the landscapes of the island, the sea, wildflowers, and mountains.
Having spent her whole life in rhythm with nature, she seems to have a connection with the land through every brushstroke.

"When I paint, I feel as if I'm in the painting. I keep thinking about how nature grows the trees, the stones, and the life within them."

She spent most of her life farming.
It was only two years ago that she began to paint, encouraged by her family.
At first, she had to learn e...

[K-Enter] EJAE performs with Andrea Bocelli at FIFA World Cup opening ceremony

Title: [K-Enter] EJAE performs with Andrea Bocelli at FIFA World Cup opening ceremony
Runtime: 4:47
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 이재, 북중미월드컵 개막전서 보첼리와 공연 한국어 가사 담긴 'DNA' 열창

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially kicked off, and we have something to cheer for! South Korea just won their first game, 2-1 against the Czech Republic!

And our first K-enter story is also closely linked to the World Cup, as a "KPop Demon Hunters" superstar helped open the tournament.

The Korean-American, EJAE , best known for being a singer/songwriter for the 'KPop Demon Hunters' movie, took the stage at the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Early Friday morning Korea time EJAE performed the tournament’s official theme song, “DNA,” alongside world-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli during a special pre-match show held on Thursday local time at the Mexico City Stadium ahead of the opening match between Mexico and South Africa.

One of the most notable aspects of “DNA” is the inclusion of the...

Title: [LIVE] K-Culture Dive (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 26:55
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ [K-Enter] EJAE performs with Andrea Bocelli at FIFA World Cup opening ceremony,

▪ K-Culture Dive AI News

▪ [K-dive] 87-year-old artist proves it's never too late to dream

▪ [Short-form] Korea’s Night Ride Home: The Human System Behind Safe Drinking Culture

▪ [K-Culture Issue] Beethoven and Paganini, reimagined in Korean original musicals

President Lee sends message of support to S. Korea's World Cup squad

Title: President Lee sends message of support to S. Korea's World Cup squad
Runtime: 0:26
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 李대통령, 월드컵 나선 축구대표팀에 응원 "기량 마음껏 펼쳐주길"

President Lee Jae Myung has sent a message of support to South Korea's national football team as it takes on Czechia in its opening match of the 2026 World Cup.
In a social media post on Friday, Lee praised the players for their hard work and dedication, saying he hopes they will showcase the skills they have honed through countless hours of training and preparation.
He added that he will be cheering for every member of the squad and wished the team an injury-free tournament.

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2026-06-12, 12:00 (KST)

S. Korea, U.S. reaffirm goal of regime's denuclearization during latest NCG meeting

Title: S. Korea, U.S. reaffirm goal of regime's denuclearization during latest NCG meeting
Runtime: 0:45
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ‘북핵 위협’ 문구 뺐던 한미 NCG 공동성명 “北 비핵화 공동목표” 첫 명시

Seoul and Washington have reaffirmed their shared goal of the denuclearization of North Korea during their latest Nuclear Consultative Group, or NCG, meeting held in Seoul.
Following the sixth round of NCG talks on Thursday, the two sides released a joint statement reaffirming their commitment to the denuclearization of North Korea, marking the first time such language has been included in an NCG statement.
The statement also said the allies would strengthen extended deterrence through the continued development of the NCG in response to the North's advancing nuclear and missile capabilities.
The move has drawn attention as China made no mention of denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula during a summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un in Pyongyang earlier this week.

#SouthKorea #UnitedStates #NCG #Nort...

Title: [FULL] 12:00 ARIRANG NEWS (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 21:08
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ Live from Seoul: Red Devils return in group stage of 2026 FIFA World Cup

▪ President Lee sends message of support to S. Korea's World Cup squad

▪ Presidents Lee, Mattarella forge Korea-Italy Special Strategic Partnership

▪ S. Korea, U.S. reaffirm goal of regime's denuclearization during latest NCG meeting

▪ Trump says U.S. is "close to deal" to end war but Tehran pushes back on claims

▪ ECB raises key interest rate for first time in 3 years

▪ Buy-side sidecar activated on KOSPI after 7% surge

▪ Meet the young female farmer who's running her family's third-generation dairy farm

▪ New ride utilizing magnetic levitation technology built in Ulsan

▪ World Cup opens at Azteca as Mexico beats South Africa 2-0

▪ [Weather] Hotter and sunnier afternoon with very high UV rays

Meet the young female farmer who's running her family's third-generation dairy farm

Title: Meet the young female farmer who's running her family's third-generation dairy farm
Runtime: 1:44
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 3대째 이어온 평택 젖소 목장 여성 청년 농부

Young farmers are keeping Korea's rural communities alive.
One of them is a young woman now running her family's third-generation dairy farm.
Kim Suh-young tells us more.

Four in the morning.
That is when 33-year-old dairy farmer Kwak Jin-young begins her day.

"When I get up at four in the morning, I check whether the cows were okay overnight, and whether there were any alerts. Then I get ready for the milking."

The dairy farm is named after her grandmother.
She began working on the farm full-time eight years ago, following in her father's footsteps.

But this isn't just any farm.
Each cow wears a chip around its neck or ear, which works as an ID card.
It is part of an ICT-based system that helps monitor a cow's health, including how much they have eaten and how much milk they are likely to produce.

"W...

New ride utilizing magnetic levitation technology built in Ulsan

Title: New ride utilizing magnetic levitation technology built in Ulsan
Runtime: 1:42
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 바다 보면서 달리는 '짜릿함' 울산 '웨일즈 카트' 준공

In southern city of Ulsan,.. a new ride utilizing magnetic levitation technology has been built as a representative tourist attraction.
It is expected to become a new regional landmark in the city.
Our Cha Yun-kyung reports.

A whale-shaped, two-person cart glides smoothly along the rail.
It passes closely through the trees, and as it ascends the hill, a panoramic view of the ocean unfolds.
Cheers erupt from the passengers during the sharp turns.

"It was scary at first, but now I can take in the beautiful scenery. Since it goes pretty fast, it would be more fun to ride in the summer."

This hands-on attraction that newly opened in Jangsaengpo, Ulsan, is called the "Whale Cart."
As an electric-powered ride, it is the first facility in South Korea to apply magnetic levitation technology.
Passengers can adjust the speed themse...

World News: World Cup opens at Azteca as Mexico beats South Africa 2-0

Title: World News: World Cup opens at Azteca as Mexico beats South Africa 2-0
Runtime: 3:45
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 멕시코시티서 40년만에 열린 개막식 멕시코, 개막전서 남아공 2-0 제압

This is the WORLD NOW, bringing you everything you need to know from around the globe.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off Thursday at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium with a star-studded ceremony featuring Shakira and Burna Boy, before a crowd of more than 80,000 watched as Mexico defeated South Africa two goals to nil in a bad-tempered opener with three red cards shown. Julian Quinones gave Mexico an early lead before Raul Jimenez headed home midway through the second half to seal the win. South Africa had two players sent off and Mexico one in a scrappy encounter that nonetheless sent the green-clad home crowd into raptures. Outside the stadium, thousands of teachers and activists staged protests over wages and social inequality, leveraging the global spotlight. Mexico last hosted the World Cup in 1986, and the Azteca becomes the first stadium to host three World Cup opening ...

[Weather] Hotter and sunnier afternoon with very high UV rays

Title: [Weather] Hotter and sunnier afternoon with very high UV rays
Runtime: 1:39
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 어제보다 덥고 맑은 하늘, 매우 강한 자외선 주의

Most of the country will enjoy sunny skies and pleasant early summer weather. But as we are getting into mid-June, the weather pattern will be changing with southwesterly winds pushing temperatures higher.
Back to today's while it won't be excessively hot and with an ideal humidity, you'll still want to bring a hat or umbrella to protect yourself from the strong sunshine and high UV levels.
And this afternoon, Seoul and Chuncheon will get up to 28 degrees, Daegu and Gyeongju will be hotter at 30 degrees Celsius, with normal air quality nationwide. Meanwhile, most regions will stay dry, but inland and mountainous areas of Gangwon-do Province could see a brief afternoon shower.
Sunny skies will continue through the weekend with a chance of passing rain on Sunday. Next week looks hotter with temperatures staying in the low thirties.

#KoreaWeather #UVIndex #SummerWeather #SunnyDay ...

Live from Seoul: Red Devils return in group stage of 2026 FIFA World Cup

Title: Live from Seoul: Red Devils return in group stage of 2026 FIFA World Cup
Runtime: 3:10
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 오늘 첫 경기 광화문광장 응원전 6천 붉은악마 결집

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is officially underway for South Korea, with the Taeguk Warriors taking on Czechia in Mexico, in their opening Group A encounter.
Supporters have gathered at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square to cheer on the team.
For more on the atmosphere there, we go live to our correspondent Cho Young-eun.
Young-eun, what's it like at the scene?

Eunji, I am currently out here at Gwanghwamun Square, where football fans have gathered to support South Korea in its opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026.
As you can see behind me, despite the game kicking off on a Friday morning, the atmosphere is electric with supporters here in large numbers.
Many fans are wearing red jerseys, waving flags, and holding scarves in the signature color of the national team and its supporters.
Known as the Red Devils, South Korea's football supporters became internationally ...

Presidents Lee, Mattarella forge Korea-Italy Special Strategic Partnership

Title: Presidents Lee, Mattarella forge Korea-Italy Special Strategic Partnership
Runtime: 0:38
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 이 대통령, 伊 마타렐라 대통령과 정상회담 특별전략적동반자 격상 및 AI•방산 협력키로

#LeeJaeMyung #Italy #SergioMattarella #SpecialStrategicPartnership #이재명 #이탈리아 #마타렐라 #arirangnews #아리랑뉴스

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2026-06-12, (KST)

Title: [LIVE] 12:00 ARIRANG NEWS (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 28:55
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ Live from Seoul: Red Devils return in group stage of 2026 FIFA World Cup

▪ President Lee sends message of support to S. Korea's World Cup squad

▪ Presidents Lee, Mattarella forge Korea-Italy Special Strategic Partnership

▪ S. Korea, U.S. reaffirm goal of regime's denuclearization during latest NCG meeting

▪ Trump says U.S. is "close to deal" to end war but Tehran pushes back on claims

▪ ECB raises key interest rate for first time in 3 years

▪ Buy-side sidecar activated on KOSPI after 7% surge

▪ Meet the young female farmer who's running her family's third-generation dairy farm

▪ New ride utilizing magnetic levitation technology built in Ulsan

▪ World Cup opens at Azteca as Mexico beats South Africa 2-0

▪ [Weather] Hotter and sunnier afternoon with very high UV rays

Title: [FULL] NEW DAY at arirang (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 24:56
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ Presidents Lee, Mattarella forge Korea-Italy Special Strategic Partnership

▪ [On-point] Leaders of Korea, Italy agree to boost security, AI cooperation

▪ S. Korea opens 2026 World Cup campaign against Czechia on Fri.

▪ Trump says U.S. is "close to deal" to end war but Tehran pushes back on claims

▪ Buy-side sidecar activated on KOSPI after 7% surge

▪ ECB raises key interest rate for first time in 3 years

▪ Korea sheds jobs for first time in 17 months amid Middle East crisis

▪ World Cup opens at Azteca as Mexico beats South Africa 2-0

▪ Musk's SpaceX sets record IPO at an initial US$ 135 per share to raise US$ 75 bil.

▪ Trump nominates Manhattan prosecutor Jay Clayton as intelligence chief

▪ U.K. Defense Minister John Healey resigns over military spending dispute with PM Starmer

▪ [Weather] High UV levels as hotter wea...

Title: [NEWs GEN] How BTS is taking over Busan
Runtime: 24:11
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: BTS 부산콘 개막... 한류팬 집결지 된 부산의 매력

#부산 #BTS #BOF #아리랑 #콘서트 #K-관광지 #케이팝 #busan #kpop #bts #BOF #arirang #concert #BTSconcert #BTSworldtour #swim

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2026-06-12, 10:30 (KST)

[On-point] Leaders of Korea, Italy agree to boost security, AI cooperation

Title: [On-point] Leaders of Korea, Italy agree to boost security, AI cooperation
Runtime: 6:30
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 한•이탈리아, AI반도체•바이오 과학기술 협력 확대

For more on President Lee Jae Myung's Europe trip, we're joined today by Dr. Matthew David Jenkins, Associate Professor at the Department of Political Science at Gyeongsang National University.

Professor Jenkins, thanks for coming on today.

1. President Lee met with the Italian President last night. What stood out to you the most from the summit?

2. President Lee is also scheduled to visit the Vatican and France. Where do you see the biggest opportunities for Korea and Europe to strengthen trade and economic cooperation?

3. What about diplomatic and security cooperation? Why is Europe such an important partner for Korea in these areas?

4. The G7 summit in France will be one of the highlights of this trip. What are President Lee’s key goals for the G7 meeting?

Alright, Professor Jenkins, thank you so much for your insight tod...

S. Korea opens 2026 World Cup campaign against Czechia on Fri.

Title: S. Korea opens 2026 World Cup campaign against Czechia on Fri.
Runtime: 2:16
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 홍명보호, 오늘 운명의 체코전 손흥민 통산 4호골 도전

South Korea opens its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Czechia today, aiming to reach the knockout stage for a second straight World Cup.
Meanwhile, thousands of fans are expected to gather at Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square for public viewing events as the nation rallies behind Hong Myung-bo's side.
Lee Seung-jae has more.

South Korea will kick off its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against Czechia on Friday, as Hong Myung-bo's side begins its quest for a second straight appearance in the knockout stage of a World Cup held outside the country.
Korea will face the European nation in its opening Group A match at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico.
The Taegeuk Warriors have been drawn alongside Czechia, Mexico, and South Africa.
This year's World Cup features an expanded 48-team format, up from 32 teams in previous editions.
Under the new system, third-...

Trump says U.S. is "close to deal" to end war but Tehran pushes back on claims

Title: Trump says U.S. is "close to deal" to end war but Tehran pushes back on claims
Runtime: 2:13
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 트럼프 "이란과 방금 훌륭한 합의," 이란 매체 "아직 美와 합의문 승인된 바 없어"

On the conflict in the Middle East.
U.S. President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran could be finalized within days, raising hopes of an end to months of conflict.
However, Tehran has once again pushed back on claims made by Trump, saying a final agreement has not been reached yet.
Our Chung Hye-lim reports.

U.S. President Donald Trump says Washington and Tehran are nearing an agreement that could ease months of conflict and reopen vital shipping routes in the region.
Speaking at the Oval Office on Thursday, Trump claimed a breakthrough had been reached on a preliminary memorandum of understanding.
"We just made a great settlement of the war with Iran, and we're going to be, subject to finalization of documents, which should get done over the next few days. We probably have a signing, maybe in Europe."
Trump noted th...

Buy-side sidecar activated on KOSPI after 7% surge

Title: Buy-side sidecar activated on KOSPI after 7% surge
Runtime: 0:36
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: 코스피, 장초반 7% 급등해 '8천피' 탈환, 매수 사이드카 발동

Korea's stock market surged more than seven percent at Friday's open on growing hopes of an end to the conflict in the Middle East.
The benchmark index opened 6-point-44 percent higher, breaking above the 8-thousand-3-hundred level during intraday trading.
Trading was temporarily halted as a buy-side sidecar was triggered on the KOSPI just six minutes after the opening bell.
The rally was fueled by hopes for a U.S.-Iran peace deal after U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington had reached a "great settlement" with Iran.
The secondary KOSDAQ also opened more than three percent higher, reclaiming the 1-thousand-point level.

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Title: [LIVE] NEW DAY at arirang (2026-06-12)
Runtime: 57:05
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ▪ Presidents Lee, Mattarella forge Korea-Italy Special Strategic Partnership

▪ [On-point] Leaders of Korea, Italy agree to boost security, AI cooperation

▪ S. Korea opens 2026 World Cup campaign against Czechia on Fri.

▪ Trump says U.S. is "close to deal" to end war but Tehran pushes back on claims

▪ Buy-side sidecar activated on KOSPI after 7% surge

▪ ECB raises key interest rate for first time in 3 years

▪ Korea sheds jobs for first time in 17 months amid Middle East crisis

▪ World Cup opens at Azteca as Mexico beats South Africa 2-0

▪ Musk's SpaceX sets record IPO at an initial US$ 135 per share to raise US$ 75 bil.

▪ Trump nominates Manhattan prosecutor Jay Clayton as intelligence chief

▪ U.K. Defense Minister John Healey resigns over military spending dispute with PM Starmer

▪ [Weather] High UV levels as hotter wea...

ECB raises key interest rate for first time in 3 years

Title: ECB raises key interest rate for first time in 3 years
Runtime: 0:36
Date posted: 1 day ago
Description: ECB, 3년만에 금리 인상 이란전쟁 후 주요국 중 처음

The European Central Bank has raised its key interest rate by 0-point-2-5 percentage points, citing inflation concerns linked to tensions in the Middle East.
Following a policy meeting in Frankfurt on Thursday, the ECB lifted its benchmark deposit rate to 2-point-2-5 percent, marking its first rate hike in nearly three years.
The move comes after a year of rate cuts and reflects growing concern over rising energy costs and inflation pressures triggered by the conflict in the Middle East.
The ECB is the first G7 central bank to raise rates since the latest surge in global prices began.

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