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Uruguay defeated South Korea in a friendly international in Seoul, with Spurs midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur leading his side to a big win. Son Heung-min scored to pull level as South Korea's joint all-time leading men's goalscorer, but Kim Min-jae was involved in conceding a third goal and said he 'wants to cry'. Lee Kang-in made his debut under new coach Moreno, who defended using him in his usual position.
- 2South Korea's central bank under fire over staff data breach●BOK faces scrutiny over cybersecurity after staff data breach
The Bank of Korea is facing scrutiny over its cybersecurity after a data breach involving staff information. The incident has raised questions about how the central bank protects personal and institutional data, an especially sensitive issue for the institution responsible for South Korea's financial stability. Observers are calling for stronger security measures and greater accountability.
- 3Rate hikes fail to cool Korea's housing expectations●Rate hikes fail to cool Korea's housing expectations, mortgage demand
South Korea's housing market continues to defy expectations of a slowdown, as rising interest rates have not dampened mortgage demand or price expectations among homebuyers. Reporting by The Korea Times highlights that households keep borrowing and buying despite higher borrowing costs, underscoring the difficulty policymakers face in cooling the market through monetary tightening alone.
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The New York Times highlights what it calls a growing North Korea problem, pointing to mounting concerns over Pyongyang's nuclear and missile ambitions. With North Korea advancing its weapons programs and drawing international condemnation, the issue is increasingly seen as a pressing challenge for the United States, South Korea and their allies.