Former Gyeonggi Province Vice Gov. Lee Hwa-young was sentenced to four months in prison after a court found his allegations of a "salmon and soju party" at a prosecutors' office to be false. The ruling is a setback for the Democratic Party, which used the claims to challenge the justice system and push for a special counsel.
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Economists warn Pauline Hanson's One Nation proposals on parental leave and childcare could damage productivity and worsen gender inequality. Suggestions include employers not paying women on maternity leave and shifting childcare funding directly to parents, potentially impacting women's financial independence and the economy.
In Hamburg wurden vermeintliche Dynamitstangen in einer S-Bahn entdeckt, die sich als Überbleibsel eines Junggesellenabschieds herausstellten. Die Bundespolizei ermittelt wegen Störung des öffentlichen Friedens.
In Hamburg wurden Dynamit-Attrappen in einer S-Bahn gefunden, die sich als Überbleibsel eines Junggesellenabschieds herausstellten. Die Gruppe vergaß die Attrappen, was zu einer Räumung und Ermittlungen wegen Störung des öffentlichen Friedens führte.
A South Korean court found former Gyeonggi Vice Governor Lee Hwa-young guilty of perjury for falsely testifying about being offered alcohol and food during a prosecution interrogation. The ruling impacts the Democratic Party's efforts to dismiss a remittance case against President Lee Jae Myung.
A regional court in South Korea found former Gyeonggi Vice Governor Lee Hwa-young guilty of perjury for falsely testifying about receiving alcohol and food during a prosecution interrogation. He was sentenced to four months in prison, adding to his existing sentence for an illegal remittance case.
The court's decision to dismiss the indictment against former Gyeonggi Province official Lee Hwa-young in a jury trial, citing abuse of power in North Korea aid, marks the first time a "split indictment" practice by prosecutors has been deemed an abuse of prosecutorial power. The court also ruled that the "salmon alcohol party" allegations, which had caused significant controversy, were unsubstantiated.
A journalist reflects on the presence of 'World Cup fever' in the US, contrasting it with experiences in England and Australia. Despite the vastness of LA and differing local sports allegendas, moments of genuine excitement for football are emerging, particularly among those invested in its growth.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and confiscated over MYR 500,000 (USD 124,000) in illicit funds during a crackdown on illegal World Cup gambling. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targeted betting websites and platforms.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and seized over half a million ringgit (US$124,000) in illicit proceeds during a World Cup gambling crackdown. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targets illegal football betting from June 11 to July 19, with 52 raids conducted and 42 websites/apps flagged.
Vietnamese trawlers are reportedly entering Malaysian waters at night to fish illegally, raising concerns about Malaysia's ability to govern its seas and threatening its blue economy initiatives. Local fishermen and the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency highlight the issue, which impacts marine resources and local communities.
Malaysia's Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has alerted collectors of high-value items like trading cards that their hobby may be subject to income tax if it constitutes a business activity. The LHDN uses 'badges of trade' to determine taxability, considering factors like transaction frequency, profit motive, and organization.
China's top legislative body will discuss a bill to grant Hong Kong jurisdiction over a section of the redeveloped Huanggang Port in Shenzhen. This "co-location" arrangement, opening next month, will streamline immigration clearance for the Greater Bay Area initiative.
China's National People's Congress Standing Committee will review a bill next week to grant Hong Kong jurisdiction over its designated area at the redeveloped Huanggang Port in Shenzhen, set to open 24-hour operations in July.
China's top legislative body, the NPC Standing Committee, will discuss a bill next week to grant Hong Kong jurisdiction over part of the redeveloped Huanggang Port in Shenzhen, set to open 24-hour operations in July.
Gyeonggi Education Superintendent Im Tae-hee announced on the 16th that he will file an appeal with the National Election Commission regarding the 9th National Simultaneous Local Elections, citing issues such as vote count reversals and duplicate entry of vote counting results.
Filipino domestic workers in Hong Kong are holding a month-long fundraiser to support families impacted by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines. The campaign aims to raise HK$20,000 for urgent needs like food, water, and medicine in affected regions, particularly Mindanao.
A team of seven young technicians from the Golmud Operations and Maintenance Division of State Grid Qinghai Ultra High Voltage Company are dedicated to maintaining the Qinghai-Tibet power transmission project, known as the "power sky road." These "light ferrymen," stationed at an average altitude of 4650 meters, embody the spirit of perseverance and dedication, inspired by the "Two Bombs, One Satellite" program.
An ozone advisory issued for eight cities and counties in northern Gyeonggi Province was lifted at 9 PM on the 13th, according to the Korea Environment Corporation under the Ministry of Environment. The average ozone concentration in the affected areas was 0.1094 ppm at the time of lifting.
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An ozone advisory for 11 cities in central Gyeonggi Province, including Suwon and Ansan, was lifted at 6 PM on the 13th. The average ozone concentration in the affected areas was 0.1167 ppm. Advisories remain in effect for northern and eastern regions.
An ozone advisory has been issued for eight cities and counties in northern Gyeonggi Province, including Goyang, Uijeongbu, and Paju, as of 1 PM on the 13th. The average ozone concentration in the affected areas is currently 0.1225 ppm.
A key witness, Ahn Boo-soo, former head of the Asia-Pacific Peace Exchange Association, failed to appear at the trial of Lee Hwa-young, former Vice Governor of Gyeonggi Province, citing health reasons. The court excluded Ahn's past testimonies as evidence, leading to a legal dispute between the prosecution and defense.
