BUSAN

Oct 30 2025FINANCE

Trade Talk Twist: Oil Prices Take a Dip

The recent meeting between Trump and Xi in Busan, South Korea, has left energy markets in a bit of a spin. After a chat lasting one hour and forty minutes, Trump announced a one-year trade agreement, set to be renewed automatically. But don't expect any fancy press releases just yet - the details are still under wraps, shared only aboard Air Force One. Oil prices ar...

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Sep 21 2025HEALTH

A Psychiatrist's Fight Against Fear and Faith in Kurdistan

Shawkat Amin Korki, a filmmaker known for his gripping stories, is back with a new project called "Disorder. " This time, he's tackling a tough subject: the clash between modern medicine and deep-rooted superstitions in Kurdistan. The story follows Mina, a psychiatrist who returns home after studying in Germany. She works at a clinic helping war survivors, including...

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Mar 18 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Kang Ha-neul's New Thriller 'Streaming' is Making Waves

A new thriller movie called "Streaming" is set to hit theaters in South Korea on March 21. It is already gaining attention on the global stage. The film stars Kang Ha-neul, who is known for his role in "Squid Game 2. " He plays Woo Sang, a top crime streamer on a platform called WAG. On this platform, only the best content creators get all the donation money. In...

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Mar 03 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise as US Navy Arrives in South Korea

North Korea's recent missile tests have sparked a strong response from the United States. The USS Carl Vinson, a powerful aircraft carrier, has docked in South Korea. This move is a clear message to North Korea, showing the strength of the US-South Korea military alliance. The USS Carl Vinson's arrival in Busan is a significant event. It's the first time a US aircra...

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Nov 29 2024ENVIRONMENT

Plastic Talks: Hope and Hurdles in Busan

After years of gridlock, there's finally a glimmer of hope in international plastic treaty talks. A large group of countries is pushing hard for a production cap to be included in the treaty. But not everyone is on board, and some nations are trying to water down the agreement. The talks in Busan, South Korea, are the fifth attempt to draft a global treaty to tackle ...

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