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Breaking News: Tragic Air Disaster Strikes South Korea, 179 Lives Lost – Live Coverage Continues

Incheon, South Korea – A catastrophic plane crash near Incheon International Airport has claimed the lives of 179 people, officials reported Saturday, in one of the country’s deadliest aviation disasters in decades. Details remain scarce as investigative teams comb through the wreckage in an effort to understand the cause of the crash. The flight, originating from Beijing, was approaching Incheon when the incident occurred under unclear circumstances. Eyewitnesses described a large fireball lighting up the …

Seoul Paralyzed by Historic Snowfall: Multiple Fatalities, Massive Disruptions Across South Korea

Seoul, South Korea — South Korea is grappling with the repercussions of a record-breaking snowfall that not only disrupted travel and power supply but also claimed several lives. This week, Seoul experienced its third-highest snowfall since record-keeping began in 1907, with more than 16 inches piling up in parts of the city. The severe weather has triggered an extensive response from the Seoul metropolitan government, which has deployed over 11,000 workers to mitigate traffic disruptions …

Crypto Company’s CEO Stabbed in Court Amid High-Profile Fraud Case in South Korea

Seoul, South Korea – In a startling breach of courtroom security, the CEO of popular cryptocurrency custody platform Haru Invest was critically injured after being stabbed during a court session. The incident, which took place amidst the proceedings related to one of South Korea’s largest ever financial fraud cases, has left the nation reeling and raised serious concerns about safety in what are supposed to be secure environments. Haru Invest, recognized for its role in …