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(LEAD) Hana Financial wins lawsuit against Lone Star

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Jobless rate rises to 4.4 pct in April, job creations decline

South Korea's jobless rate rose to 4.4 percent in April, government data showed Wednesday, in the latest sign of a weak job market amid an economic slowdown in Asia's fourth-large...

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Two former police chiefs attend arrest warrant hearing in election intervention case

A Seoul court held a hearing on Wednesday to decide whether to issue arrest warrants for two former police chiefs and two former police intelligence bureau chiefs all charged with...

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The United States' recent seizure of a North Korean cargo ship suspected of violating U.N. sanctions is deepening uncertainties over ongoing efforts to resume nuclear talks with P...

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Samsung showcases latest semiconductor tech at foundry forum

Samsung Electronics Co. said Wednesday that it showcased its latest semiconductor technologies and foundry solutions to fabless companies and design houses to expand its presence ...

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South Korea believes that food shortages in North Korea rem...

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Bus drivers in Seoul, major cities cancel planned strike after reaching wage deal

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Unification ministry: N.K.'s food situation remains serious despite reports on rice prices

• N. Korea faces drought amid worsening food shortages: charity group
• Pompeo calls for N.K. sanctions implementation in talks with Russia
• U.S. refuses to address N.K. demand for ship's return
• (LEAD) Food assistance needs to be sent to N. Korea before Sept.: unification ministry official

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LG Chem to supply electric vehicle batteries to Volvo

• S. Korean lab develops power chip that can be used in future electrical devices
• Hyundai Motor affiliate signs MOU with BYD on transmission supply
• 2 biz groups newly added to conglomerate watchlist
• Seoul's agricultural aid program creates US$113 mln value over decade

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(LEAD) Hana Financial wins lawsuit against Lone Star

• Banks urged to improve risk management for household loans
• Hana Financial wins international arbitration against Lone Star
• Seoul stocks up on hope of U.S.-China trade deal
• The Korea Interbank Offered Rates (KORIBOR)

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WINNER to drop new album fronted by cheerful breakup song

• BTS' latest hits top 10 on Billboard album chart for 4th week
• (LEAD) Court denies arrest warrant for Seungri on embezzlement, pimping charges
• (2nd LD) 9 Korean Confucian academies recommended for UNESCO World Heritage list
• Ex-Wanna One member Yoon Ji-sung set to enlist in military

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Reigning Olympic champ Park In-bee willing to defend title at Tokyo 2020

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• Pirates' Kang Jung-ho placed on injured list with side strain
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