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President urges prudent approach on sharing excess corporate gains

President Lee Jae Myung acknowledged on Monday that a new social debate has emerged over how to share companies’ excess profits, calling for a cautious approach because the issue could have far-reaching implications for the nation's industrial policy. The president said the debate should be elevated to the international level, warning that any unilateral action by Korea could prompt companies to relocate overseas and also weaken foreign investment. Speaking at a press conference marking his first year in office, Lee made the remarks while addressing a labor-management dispute at Samsung Electronics over how to share the massive operating profits generated amid the global artificial intelligence boom. “It is an agenda that can seriously affect the nation’s industrial policy and it must be dealt with in a prudent manner,” the president said. He said that the excess corporate gains involve contributions from multiple stakeholders, including workers and investors, as well as taxpayers whose money was used to provide subsidies or other benefits. “The issue is not something that can b

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China's Xi vows to expand cooperation with Pyongyang as NK's Kim supports 'One China' principle

Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to enhance bilateral cooperation in multiple areas including diplomacy, military and trade during a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, while Kim supported China’s "One China" principle. “The two sides should strengthen exchanges in diplomacy, law enforcement and the military, implement the important consensus reached between myself (Xi) and General Secretary (Kim), so as to pool wisdom and strength for the development of China-Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) relations,” Xi was quoted as saying in Xinhua's Chinese-language coverage Monday, while highlighting that the country will continue to build the special relationship and long-standing friendship with North Korea regardless of changing geopolitical dynamics. The remarks were made during the Xi-Kim summit in Pyongyang from Monday to Tuesday, which took place at the request of North Korea. Xi's presidential trip to Pyongyang is his first in seven years and comes roughly nine months after the two leaders last met in Beijing. It also arrives in the wake of North Korea and

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KOSPI plunges 8% on concerns over end of chip earnings cycle, interest rate hike

Korean stocks tumbled Monday, as a broad-based correction in global semiconductor shares triggered heavy selling across the market, prompting the activation of both sidecar trading curbs and circuit breakers on the KOSPI and Kosdaq markets. Attention is centered on whether KOSPI, which has staged a record-breaking rally this year, can resume its upward trajectory after a short-term correction or whether market volatility will intensify further. The benchmark KOSPI opened 112.50 points, or 1.38 percent, lower at 8,048.09 before extending its losses throughout the session to close at 7,484.41, down 676.18 points, or 8.29 percent. The index reached an all-time intraday high of 8,933.62 on June 2. After plunging 5.54 percent on Friday, the KOSPI posted losses for a second consecutive session, underscoring growing concerns over a pullback in semiconductor stocks that had fueled the market's recent rally. Amid heavy selling pressure, trading restrictions kicked in shortly after the market opened, with a Level 1 circuit breaker triggered at 9:03 a.m. and a sell-side sidecar activated at 9:34 a.

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Israel and Iran trade strikes, threatening to drag region back into full-scale war

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Israel and Iran traded fire Monday in their first attacks since the U.S. agreed to a ceasefire with Tehran two months ago. The Iranian military said hours later that it was halting offensive strikes, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that Israel would retaliate against further attacks. In a videotaped statement, Netanyahu implied that the current round of fighting was over. But he also warned that if Iran "makes the mistake and returns to attacking us, we will respond with force.” The renewed hostilities between Israel and Iran raised concerns that the Middle East could be plunged back into a full-scale war. Since the U.S. and Israel began striking Iran on Feb. 28, the war has shaken the global economy, driven energy prices up around the world and made many basics, including food, more expensive. Officials have been unable to turn the April ceasefire into a deal to permanently end the conflict. During the truce, Iran has maintained its stranglehold on the Strait of Hormuz — a crucial passage for the world’s oil and natural gas wh

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From saunas to high altitudes: How Korea is preparing for 2026 World Cup

Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America opening later this week, Korea's national football team, led by head coach Hong Myung-bo, has completed a specialized adaptation program designed to prepare players for the high altitude and hot, humid conditions awaiting them in Guadalajara, Mexico. The team held a pre-tournament training camp near Salt Lake City, Utah, from May 18 for approximately two weeks. Salt Lake City sits at an elevation of about 1,460 meters above sea level, similar to Guadalajara, where Korea will play its first two group stage matches at an elevation of 1,571 meters. At high altitudes, lower air density can reduce the amount of oxygen available to the body. A sudden move to higher elevations may cause symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, nausea and decreased athletic performance. To help players adapt, the coaching staff regularly monitored oxygen saturation levels and adjusted individual training loads based on the data. Another key element of the team's preparation was heat acclimation training. After workouts, play

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Shinsegae chief to lead Emart, operator of Starbucks Korea

Shinsegae Group announced Monday that Chairman Chung Yong-jin will become the head of Emart and its property-developing subsidiary, in a show of commitment to overseeing Starbucks Korea following its controversial marketing campaign. Operated by Emart, a subsidiary of Shinsegae, Starbucks Korea launched an online "Tank Day" promotion on the anniversary of the May 18 Gwangju uprising last month. The event was suspended within hours after drawing widespread public criticism for evoking painful memories of a brutal military crackdown on pro-democracy protestors in 1980. Shinsegae said Emart, the group's discount retailer, plans to appoint Chung as the co-CEO in its annual executive reshuffle this year and formally appoint him to the position in a shareholders meeting next year. Chung will also be named co-CEO of Shinsegae Property, the real estate developing subsidiary of Emart, the group said. The property arm of the group is set to recommend Chung as a registered director of the firm in a board meeting soon before opening another board meeting to appoint him as the co-CEO, the group adde

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Nvidia broadens ties with Korean firms during CEO's Seoul swing

Nvidia has expanded its artificial intelligence (AI) partnerships with a broad range of Korean businesses during CEO Jensen Huang's whirlwind meetings with top business leaders in Seoul, laying the foundations for wide-ranging cooperation encompassing joint chip development, data center infrastructure and physical AI initiatives. On Monday alone, Huang met SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won, LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo, Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung Euisun, Naver Chairman of the Board Lee Hae-jin, Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman Jun Young-hyun, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Science and ICT Bae Kyung-hoon and a slew of other key figures in Korea's tech industries. During a reception titled "Nvidia Korea AI Ecosystem Reception," Huang met Bae to discuss the U.S. company's supply of the latest AI accelerators to Korea, including Vera Rubin and B300 graphics processing units. "We have discussed receiving around 7,000 B300s and fewer than 3,000 Vera Rubins, and we hope to finalize the agreement within this year," Bae said. "We expect to secure the B300 supply, but Vera R

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Why Korean sci-fi still struggles despite global K-content boom

In today's content market, "Made in Korea" has become a seal of quality. Global interest in Korean films, dramas and other content continues to grow, with productions ranging from subtle character-driven stories to highly stylized genre works finding success overseas. Yet Korean science fiction remains a more divisive genre. While some projects have achieved commercial success, few have earned overwhelming praise for both artistic quality and mass appeal. Netflix original series "The WONDERfools" recently climbed to No. 2 on Netflix's Global Top 10 Non-English TV Shows chart in its second week of release. The sci-fi comedy follows ordinary neighborhood residents who unexpectedly gain superpowers and must band together to protect the world from villains threatening the peace. The show's blend of superhero elements and comedy has been praised as a fresh take on the genre. However, some viewers have expressed disappointment, arguing that the narrative repeatedly circles back to unnecessary subplots rather than fully developing the characters' growth into heroes. The criticism extends beyo

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Where Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang ate during 3-day Seoul visit

Pork belly paired with somaek — a blend of soju and beer — followed by kimchi-marinated cold noodles, ginseng chicken soup and multiple rounds of fried chicken. This was the unscripted list of food Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang chose during his three-day trip to Korea. Mingling with everyday citizens and top tech executives at local establishments, the head of the chipmaker has given domestic food brands an unexpected global publicity boost. Arriving on Friday, Huang visited Hyungnim Jeoyo, a pork belly barbecue restaurant near Hongik University Station in western Seoul, with SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won, LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo and Naver Chairman of the Board Lee Hae-jin. After cleansing his palate with kimchi-marinated cold noodles, Huang spontaneously walked three minutes to a BBQ Chicken franchise for a second round. The following evening, he visited Tosokchon Samgyetang in central Seoul with his family. Arriving without a reservation, he called the restaurant just 30 minutes prior to eat samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) and pajeon (green onion pancake). The impromptu meals c

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Election commission faces probe, major overhaul

The National Election Commission (NEC) is under criminal investigation and intense pressure to make sweeping reforms after unprecedented ballot paper shortages in the local elections last week triggered public fury and allegations of a systematic electoral failure. President Lee Jae Myung met on Monday with the heads of the nation's four key state institutions — National Assembly Speaker Cho Jeong-sik, Supreme Court Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae, Constitutional Court President Kim Sang-hwan and Prime Minister Kim Min-seok — and agreed to push ahead with necessary reforms for the NEC. Following the meeting, Cho accepted the resignation of NEC Chairman Roh Tae-ak. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency on Monday questioned Kim Soon-hwan, head of the People’s Welfare Countermeasure Committee, a Seoul-based nongovernmental organization. Kim lodged a complaint against NEC officials over cases in which many voters were unable to cast ballots because of the shortages. Speaking to reporters, Kim likened the incident to the April 19 Revolution, the first democratic movement in Korea in 1960, cal

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Election protesters flood IU’s Instagram, demanding her support

A growing protest calling for a redo of last Wednesday’s local elections over ballot shortages at polling stations has taken an unexpected turn, with some protesters demanding that actor and singer IU send coffee to the rally. The demand appears to stem from IU’s previous decision to provide prepaid food and drinks for demonstrators calling for the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed martial law bid. The protesters calling for a new election, who are widely seen as standing on the opposite side of the political spectrum, are now demanding that the celebrity do the same for them. On Saturday, IU’s Instagram post from last September announcing the release of a new album was flooded with comments from protesters. “We really want to drink coffee here at Jamsil,” one user wrote. Others joined in, writing, “Please send coffee to citizens robbed of their right to vote,” and “Why are you not sending coffee to conservatives and right-wingers?” According to an unofficial police estimate, more than 10,000 protesters gathered on the same day near a vote-cou

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Kim Soo-hyun returns with commercial shoot a year after controversy

Actor Kim Soo-hyun is set to resume activities in Korea with his first domestic project in about a year since becoming embroiled in controversy. His return is drawing attention to the possible release of projects that had been put on hold. A representative from Kim's agency, Gold Medalist, said Monday that the actor is scheduled to film a commercial in Korea on July 14 for a Philippine fashion brand. The shoot will mark Kim's first public activity since March last year, when allegations emerged regarding his past relationship with the late actress Kim Sae-ron. At the time, Kim faced accusations that he had dated Kim Sae-ron for six years beginning in 2015, when she was 15 years old, as well as claims that he pressured her over debt repayment. Kim denied the allegations during a press conference, saying that their relationship began only after she had reached adulthood. He later filed criminal defamation complaints against Kim Sae-ui, head of the YouTube channel HoverLab (Garo Sero Institute), and the late actress' family members. He also sought 12 billion won ($8.8 million) in damages th

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‘Toy Story 5’ returns to face challenge of smart devices

The beloved toys are back in "Toy Story 5" to face their biggest modern challenge — smart devices. In this fifth installment, the familiar toys face a completely new reality where children put toys away and pick up digital devices. Bonnie, the main child character, gets introduced to Lilypad (voiced by Greta Lee), a smart device that begins taking away her playtime with traditional toys. "Yes, well, one of the biggest advancements in ‘Toy Story 5’ is that we're kind of finally catching up to the truth of childhood today, which is that kids everywhere are playing with iPads and screens and devices all the time," co-director McKenna Harris said during an online conference, Monday. "Bonnie, the main character, or the main child, has been introduced to Lilypad, a device that is really taking away a lot of playtime with the toys, so this is a bigger challenge than any of the toys in the previous films have ever had to face.” Unlike previous films where Woody (Tom Hanks) took the lead, "Toy Story 5" places Jessie (Joan Cusack) at the center of the narrative, a creative decision by dire

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J-horror meets K-occult in spiritual thriller ‘The Shrine’

Singer and actor Kim Jae-joong is making his long-awaited return to the big screen in a unique horror movie that bridges the chilling aesthetics of Japanese and Korean cinema. Directed by Japanese filmmaker Kazuyoshi Kumakiri, upcoming horror movie “The Shrine” marks Kim’s first movie in 14 years since his appearance in the 2012 comedy “Code Name: Jackal.” “The Shrine” follows the story of three university students who mysteriously disappear after visiting an abandoned shrine in Kobe, Japan. Shaman Myung-jin (Kim) tries to uncover the truth behind the disappearances, but faces a bizarre and terrifying evil spirit. Joining him is Yu-mi (Kong Seong-ha), Myung-jin’s university junior who seeks his help. Kim described the film as a refreshing departure from typical Korean horror movies, largely due to the cross-cultural collaboration. “Even though this is a Korean production, about 90 percent of the crew members were Japanese,” Kim said Monday after the premiere. “Because we worked with a Japanese director, it became a movie where the distinct characteristics of J-horror

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Seoul city gov't audits homestays as tourism booms

For a decade, Seoul has nudged its residents to open their doors to foreigners, turning spare bedrooms and historic hanok, or traditional Korean houses, into the front line of the city’s hospitality drive. But as international arrivals swell to historic highs, the city is shifting its focus from raw numbers to a more delicate problem: neighborhood friction and fire safety. The Seoul Metropolitan Government and the Seoul Tourism Organization said Monday that they will launch a competitive auditing process to select the city’s top 20 alternative accommodations. The initiative, running through late June, targets officially registered urban homestays and traditional guest houses under the city’s "Seoul Stay" umbrella, promising up to 5 million won ($3,650) in subsidies for those that make the cut. Yet the financial carrot comes with an aggressive stick. This year, city officials are overhauling the selection criteria to heavily favor safety infrastructure and community relations over aesthetic charm. For the first time, independent fire and safety experts will join the inspection pan

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Hanwha Aerospace CEO booked over deadly explosion at Daejeon factory

The chief executive officer of Hanwha Aerospace has been booked over a deadly explosion at one of the company's plants last week, labor authorities said Monday. Sohn Jae-il is suspected of violating the Serious Accidents Punishment Act in connection with the June 1 explosion that killed five workers and injured two others in the central city of Daejeon, according to the Daejeon Regional Employment and Labor Office. The Daejeon police said they have separately booked Ga Jae-woong, the head of the Daejeon plant, over alleged professional negligence resulting in death and injury. Ga was earlier booked by the labor office on suspicion of violating the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Three Hanwha Aerospace officials, including Sohn and Ga, have been banned from leaving the country, police said. "We will do our best to clearly determine the cause of the accident and who was responsible through a meticulous investigation," a police official said.

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Ditching exclusivity: Streaming platforms pivot to TV

Original series once confined only to streaming services are increasingly finding new audiences as well-made productions that were once on the verge of remaining hidden gems — restricted by streaming platforms' paywalls — are now returning to traditional TV channels. This unconventional strategy abandons the closed-off approach of exclusive releases, crossing platform boundaries to maximize touchpoints with viewers. Apple TV+’s ambitious project "Pachinko" (2022) landed on the small screen via tvN, airing its first episode on Saturday. Despite its overwhelming capital and exquisite cinematography, the drama had long remained a show people "wanted to watch but couldn't," largely due to the platform's relatively small subscriber base in Korea. Starring Lee Min-ho and Kim Min-ha, the drama examines four generations of a Korean family during the Japanese occupation of Korea and the subsequent racism that followed. Through a familiar TV channel, it has finally connected properly with viewers across all generations. The move is intended to leverage the high accessibility of local TV to

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Seoul launches digital Korean studies network in Latin America

The Korea Foundation (KF), a government-designated public diplomacy agency, announced Monday the launch of a major virtual university network across five Latin American nations to convert regional enthusiasm for Korean pop culture into accredited academic research. Beginning in August, the newly formed the KF Global e-School consortium will connect six prominent universities in Chile, Peru, Argentina, Ecuador and Colombia through a shared digital curriculum. Under a formal agreement finalized with the Universidad Central de Chile, participating institutions — including the National University of Colombia and the Pontifical Catholic University of Peru — will offer real-time, online Korean studies courses that count toward regular undergraduate degree credits. The initiative marks a targeted effort by Seoul to expand its academic and diplomatic footprint across developing economies. For Korean policymakers, the cultural soft power generated by the popularity of Korean entertainment is increasingly viewed as an entryway for deeper institutional engagement. Rather than focusing on supe

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2026 local elections

Protest over ballot shortage in local elections enters 4th day

Protest over ballot shortage in local elections enters 4th day

Hundreds of protesters rallied for a fourth straight day Monday outside a vote-counting facility in Seoul, demanding a new election over ballot shortages during last week's local elections. As of 9:30 a.m., approximately 950 protesters surrounded SK Olympic Handball Gymnasium in Songpa Ward, according to an unofficial police estimate. Protesters blocked the stadium's 10 entrances to prevent the removal of ballot boxes. It marked a sharp drop in the number of protesters after around 8,000 people gathered around midnight Sunday. The protests have continued after voting was temporarily suspended at 22 polling stations nationwide on Wednesday due to a lack of ballot papers, according to the National Election Commission (NEC). Protesters have demanded a re-run of the local elections, with some claiming electoral fraud. The police have deployed around 350 personnel to the scene to prevent accidental clashes. As part of an investigation into the ballot shortages, the police said they have secured chat room records of election officials and questioned election workers and people who were unable to

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China’s AI chip demand pushes Korea into rare surplus with top trade partner

China’s AI chip demand pushes Korea into rare surplus with top trade partner

HONG KONG — Korea has emerged as a rare bright spot among East Asian economies trading with China, as booming demand for memory chips pushes its balance with its largest trading partner back into a surplus. The country's trade position with China had strengthened steadily this year, swinging from a $764 million deficit in December 2025 to a $1.1 billion surplus in February, before widening further to $3.8 billion in May, according to data from Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources. The turnaround has been driven largely by semiconductor shipments to China, as the global AI boom fuels demand for memory chips. The surge had tightened supply and sent prices sharply higher, with 16 gigabyte DDR5 memory chips up 682 percent and NAND flash memory prices up 807 percent, according to Morgan Stanley. In May, Korea's semiconductor exports to China jumped 243 percent from a year earlier, the ministry's data showed. Korea’s improving position stands in sharp contrast to that of other East Asian economies, where rising Chinese competitiveness and shifting technology supply chains have

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Life in Korea

French experimental band Meule to kick off Asia tour in Seoul, Busan, Daegu

French experimental band Meule to kick off Asia tour in Seoul, Busan, Daegu

Somewhere between the mechanical and the human, between the precise and the chaotic, are the French experimental trio Meule. With a giant modular synthesizer, two drum kits sharing a single bass drum and a frantic wall of genre-smashing sound, their live shows have become an absolute must-see. They plan to bring their eccentric mix of krautrock, garage rock and psychedelia to Korea this weekend with live shows in Seoul, Daegu and Busan. Meule are made up of guitarist, vocalist and modular synth player Valentin, and drummers and vocalists Dorris and Marine. The trio already developed a fan base in Korea after their surprising performance at DMZ Peace Train Music Festival in 2024 became the most talked about of the weekend. It was a night that left an impression on both the audience and the band. “We found the circle pit really inviting,” Valentin told The Korea Times. "That's one of the main reasons we wanted to come back." This time, they are arriving with new music, new collaborations and a live show that has grown since the band’s first visit here. Their origins were accidental.

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Lifestyle

Can late-night run offset overeating? Actor Lee Jong-suk’s workout sparks interest

Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Actor Lee Jong-suk worked up a sweat with a late-night run after enjoying a series of indulgent meals during a recent trip to Italy. In a vlog uploaded to his YouTube channel, Lee documented his visit to Florence and Milan, where he attended fashion events for a luxury brand. The actor's food-filled journey began even before departure. At the airport lounge, he enjoyed a generous meal and continued eating aboard his flight, consuming pizza, beef tenderloin steak with potato croquettes, cheese and biscuits, chocolate ice cream, instant noodles and an eel rice bowl. Afterward, he joked that he felt sleepy from a blood sugar spike and admitted he was uncomfortably full. Upon arriving in Florence, Lee ordered room-service pasta before attending a fashion show. Later, while sightseeing at Milan’s iconic Milan Cathedral, he treated himself to gelato. As the food-focused vlog continued, Lee appeared slightly embarrassed by his appetite. “Celebrities probably shouldn’t eat everything they want before a scheduled event,” he said. “I feel like I

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K-Culture

Girl group izna sets its own tempo with 3rd EP

Rising K-pop girl group izna is setting its own pace and inviting listeners to follow. With "Metronome," which leads its upcoming third EP "Set the Tempo," the group joins a growing wave of house music in K-pop scene with a message of self-definition. "We thought the house beat fit perfectly with the theme of finding our own rhythm in chaos," member Choi Jung-eun said Monday during a press showcase for the album, set for release at 6 p.m. For izna, the genre is more than a trend — it is a vehicle for amplifying what they call their "powerful, dreamlike" performance," where intensity meets atmosphere. "House felt like a genre that could further elevate the powerful performances we do best," member Mai added. "That's why we chose to take on the challenge." The five-track album carries a message of self-definition, with the members emphasizing independence from other people's expectations. "Since our debut, we've sung about confidence and independence," said Bang Ji-min. "This time, we go further, expressing our conviction to move forward by becoming our own standard rather than following o

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Celebrities

Aespa's Giselle says she lost 10kg over 7 years, opens up about ADHD and health concerns

Aespa member Giselle is addressing growing fan concerns about her noticeably slimmer appearance, revealing that she has lost around 10 kilograms over the past seven years while also opening up about ADHD symptoms and her current health condition. The K-pop star shared the candid update during a recent interaction with fans on social media on Saturday, after one fan asked how she had managed to lose so much weight. "People talk a lot about my appearance," Giselle said, acknowledging the constant scrutiny idols face over their looks. She pushed back against assumptions about her changing physique, saying that fluctuations in weight are a normal part of life. "Gaining and losing weight is natural," she said. "I've gained weight before, and I've lost weight before. Over the last seven years, I've lost about 10 kilograms. Things changed as I got older." The comments come as Giselle has recently become the subject of online discussion over her increasingly thin frame, with some fans expressing concern about her health after noticing what they described as signs of fatigue during performances. Gi

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  5. KOSPI plunges 8% on concerns over end of chip earnings cycle, interest rate hike

  6. Protest over ballot shortage in local elections continues for 4th day

  7. China's Xi vows to expand cooperation with Pyongyang as NK's Kim supports 'One China' principle

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