[Weather Tomorrow] Rain Expected Across Most Regions... Warm with Highs Up to 22 Degrees

On Sunday, November 9, most regions across the country are expected to experience rainfall. Temperatures are forecast to rise to as high as 22 degrees Celsius in some areas, making for generally mild weather. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, the expected precipitation is 5 mm in Yeongseo, Gangwon Province; 5 to 10 mm in the northern East Coast and northeastern mountainous regions of North Gyeongsang Province; 5 mm in Seoul, Incheon, and Gyeonggi Province; and 5 mm in Busan and Ulsan. Ulleungdo and Dokdo are forecast to receive 5 to 10 mm, the southern coast of South Gyeongsang Province and Jeju Island are expected to receive 10 to 40 mm, and Jeju Island itself may see 10 to 60 mm of rain. The forecasted minimum temperatures in major cities are as follows: Seoul 11°C, Incheon 11°C, Chuncheon 8°C, Gangneung 11°C, Daejeon 10°C, Daegu 12°C, Jeonju 12°C, Gwangju 13°C, Pohang 14°C, Busan 15°C, Yeosu 15°C, Jeju 18°C, and Ulleungdo/Dokdo 13°C. The maximum temperatures are

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11.08 17:38

'Japanese Tourist Mother and Daughter Killed'... Another Drunk Driver Caught on the Same Street

Recently, after a Japanese tourist was killed by a drunk driver in downtown Seoul, the police intensified their crackdown on drunk driving and detected a total of 11 cases in just one day. According to the police on the 8th, on the night of Friday the 7th, 11 cases of drunk driving were detected at checkpoints in four locations: Gangnam Station, Gyodae Station, Yangjae Station, and Heunginjimun Intersection in Seoul. Nine drivers had their licenses suspended, while two had their licenses revoked. Some individuals were let off with a warning after being found with a blood alcohol concentration below the legal limit for drunk driving under the Road Traffic Act, which is 0.03%. In particular, on this day, a man in his 40s was caught for drunk driving near Heunginjimun Intersection in Jongno-gu. The location where he was apprehended was only about 150 meters away from the site where, on the 2nd, a Japanese tourist and her daughter were struck by a drunk driver while crossing the street. I

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11.08 17:34

Pyeongchang County Completes 121-Day Winter Preparations... Full Mobilization of Snow Removal Equipment, Materials, and Manpower

Pyeongchang County in Gangwon Province has completed the establishment of a systematic and efficient road snow removal system for 113 county and rural road routes, totaling 284.4 kilometers, to ensure effective snow removal operations during the winter snowfall season. The county has designated the period from November 15 of this year to March 15 of next year as the 121-day snow removal response period. During this time, 36 vehicles?including both county-owned and leased equipment?as well as 5,552 tons of de-icing agents (salt and calcium chloride) and 3,186 cubic meters of sand will be pre-positioned at township offices and snow removal standby stations. Additionally, the county will reinforce its workforce by securing 15 additional snow removal workers, in addition to the existing 12 road maintenance workers. Regular patrols will be conducted in areas prone to frequent icing, such as mountain passes, to create a safe road environment and prevent traffic accidents. In particular, auto

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11.08 17:00

Pyeongchang Highland Cabbage Meets Classical Music... Gyechon Classic Kimchi Festival Opens on the 13th

A special rural experience festival that combines the inspiration of classical music with the joy of traditional kimchi-making will be held in Gyechon, Pyeongchang, Gangwon Province, a village famous as the “Village Where Music Flows.” The 1st Bangrim-Gyechon Classic Kimchi Festival will take place for 11 days from November 13 to 23 at the Gyechon Welfare Center area in Bangrim-myeon. This festival is designed as a new type of event where the taste of winter?kimchi-making?meets the sensibility of classical music. Hosted by the Bangrim-Gyechon Classic Festival Committee, it offers families, couples, and friends the opportunity to make kimchi together and create cherished memories. All ingredients used at the festival are of reliable quality, featuring 100% Pyeongchang-grown highland cabbage, domestically produced agricultural products, and HACCP-certified seasonings such as Shinan sea salt aged for two years. Participating visitors will be provided with salted cabbage and seasonings, ma

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11.08 16:52

"My Name Was Used in a Scam, So I Am Also Responsible" Sung Si-kyung Compensates No-Show Scam Victim with 6.5 Million Won

Singer Sung Si Kyung has been reported to have helped a victim who was scammed by someone impersonating a member of his staff in a no-show scam. On the 7th, Mr. A left a comment on Sung Si Kyung's YouTube channel, stating, "I am the owner who appeared on 'Meogeultende' and a victim of a no-show scam impersonating a celebrity. Last May, I received a call about a reshoot for 'Meogeultende' at my restaurant, and a scammer, claiming to be from the show, asked me to prepare expensive whiskey and demanded money, resulting in a financial loss of 6.5 million won." He continued, "I later confirmed with Sung Si Kyung's team and realized it was a scam. After reporting it to the police, I was left in shock, but then Sung Si Kyung called me. He said that, since the scammer used his name, he felt partly responsible and persuaded me to accept compensation for my loss. Almost as if in a daze, I accepted the money." Mr. A added, "'I have transferred the money. Please don't worry and stay strong.' Sung

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11.08 15:56

Civil Servant Orders 300 Gimbap Rolls... Restaurant Owner Sends 6 Million Won for Beverages in 'Forged Official Document' Scam

A fraud case involving the use of forged official documents for purchasing goods has occurred in Yeosu, South Jeolla Province. According to Yonhap News Agency and the Yeosu city government on November 8, a customer visited a gimbap restaurant on November 7, introduced himself as an employee of the city’s Culture and Arts Division, and placed an order for 300 rolls of gimbap. This man presented a fake official document titled “2025 Fireworks Festival Survey Beverage” and asked the restaurant owner to purchase beverages on his behalf. The document stated that a budget had been approved for buying beverages to be provided to citizens participating in the fireworks festival survey held that day, and even included a forged seal of the Yeosu mayor. The restaurant owner, believing the request was genuine, was reportedly deceived into transferring 6 million won as payment for the beverages. The Yeosu city government believes that the fraudster reassured the small business owner by placing a la

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11.08 15:37

Hospital Director Detained for Arson Threat with Gasoline and Female Employee Faces Pretrial Detention Hearing

Yu, a hospital director in his 60s, who threatened staff at the Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA) with gasoline while demanding insurance payouts, underwent a pretrial detention hearing on November 8. Yu appeared at the detention hearing held at the Seoul Eastern District Court at 3:00 p.m. that day. Before entering the courtroom, Yu told reporters, "I went there to set myself on fire, but I was accused of being an arsonist," and claimed, "I feel very wronged." Yu is accused of threatening to set a fire by showing gasoline and a lighter at the Seoul headquarters of HIRA in Garak-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul, at around 1:00 p.m. on November 6, together with a female employee in her 40s, identified as Ms. B, who works at his hospital (charge: attempted arson of an inhabited building). According to the police investigation, the two committed the act out of dissatisfaction after HIRA rejected their insurance claim. The police have requested an arrest warrant for Yu, who is be

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11.08 15:32

Marine Special Prosecutor Issues Third Summons to Yoon for Appearance on the 11th Morning

The special investigation team led by Special Prosecutor Lee Myunghyun, which is probing allegations of external pressure and cover-up in the death of Private Chae, has sent another summons to former President Yoon Sukyeol, requesting his appearance on November 11. This marks the third summons. On November 8, the special investigation team announced to the media, "We have sent a summons by fax to Seoul Detention Center, requesting former President Yoon to appear at 10 a.m. on the 11th." Former President Yoon is currently being held at Seoul Detention Center. Former President Yoon did not comply with the previous two summonses, issued on October 23 and again on this day. The reasons cited were either the circumstances of his legal team or his court schedule. If former President Yoon fails to comply with the third summons, the special investigation team is expected to initiate compulsory measures, including applying for an arrest warrant. Special Prosecutor Jeong Minyoung has previously

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11.08 13:42

13 First-Prize Winners in 1,197th Lotto Draw... Each Receives 2.21 Billion Won

[Weather Tomorrow] Rain Expected Across Most Regions... Warm with Highs Up to 22 Degrees

'Japanese Tourist Mother and Daughter Killed'... Another Drunk Driver Caught on the Same Street

Pyeongchang County Completes 121-Day Winter Preparations... Full Mobilization of Snow Removal Equipment, Materials, and Manpower

Pyeongchang Highland Cabbage Meets Classical Music... Gyechon Classic Kimchi Festival Opens on the 13th

"My Name Was Used in a Scam, So I Am Also Responsible" Sung Si-kyung Compensates No-Show Scam Victim with 6.5 Million Won

Civil Servant Orders 300 Gimbap Rolls... Restaurant Owner Sends 6 Million Won for Beverages in 'Forged Official Document' Scam

Hospital Director Detained for Arson Threat with Gasoline and Female Employee Faces Pretrial Detention Hearing

Marine Special Prosecutor Issues Third Summons to Yoon for Appearance on the 11th Morning

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