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Innospace unveils Sebit suborbital rocket aimed at expanded launch service

SEOUL, March 31 (Yonhap) -- Innospace Co., a South Korean space startup, unveiled Tuesday a new multipurpose suborbital rocket, named Sebit, as its seeks to expand its launch service portfolio to meet a wider range of missions. A suborbital rocket...

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2 min read Mar 31, 2026
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BTS to hold world tour shows in 5 Latin American countries in Oct. | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 28 (Yonhap) -- K-pop superstar BTS will perform in five countries in Latin America in October, including Colombia and Peru, as part of its "Arirang" world tour, the group's agency said Saturday. To mark the release of...

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6 min read Mar 28, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Awkward feelings aside, new Wiz slugger hoping to beat former team on KBO Opening Day | Yonhap News Agency

OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, March 28 (Yonhap) -- Kim Hyun-soo opened his 19th season in South Korean baseball at a familiar stadium in an unfamiliar uniform Saturday. And the Wiz are facing the Twins for the season-opening, two-game weekend...

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7 min read Mar 28, 2026
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Wiz outlast Twins to begin new KBO season | Yonhap News Agency

OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, March 28 (Yonhap) -- Teenage rookie Lee Kang-min had three hits and two RBIs in his professional debut, while new slugger Sam Hilliard homered as part of his own three-hit day, as the KT Wiz...

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8 min read Mar 28, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

(URGENT) S. Korea to co-sponsor U.N. resolution on N.K. human rights | Yonhap News Agency

Facebook X More Pinterest Linked in Tumblr Reddit Facebook Messenger Copy URL URL is copied. OK Yonhap Breaking News(CG) (END) Keywords #UN resolution #N Korea Articles with issue keywords Most Liked 'BTS: The Return' captures brotherhood under 'heavy crown': director...

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4 min read Mar 28, 2026
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Overmatched S. Korea unable to contain Ivory Coast in dispiriting loss | Yonhap News Agency

OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, March 29 (Yonhap) -- Between hitting the woodwork three times and suffering defensive breakdowns on multiple occasions, little went right for South Korea in their 4-0 loss to Ivory Coast in a friendly football match...

News Monitor (2_14_4)

This news article is not relevant to Intellectual Property (IP) practice area. The article discusses a friendly football match between South Korea and Ivory Coast, with a focus on the game's outcome and the performance of the South Korean team. However, if we were to extract some general themes that might be relevant to IP practice, they would be: 1. **Licensing and sponsorship**: The article mentions a friendly match, which might be related to licensing agreements or sponsorship deals between the teams, the stadium, or other entities involved in the event. 2. **Copyright and image rights**: The article includes images of the game, which are likely copyrighted by Yonhap News Agency. This raises issues related to image rights, copyright, and fair use. These themes are not directly related to IP law, but they might be tangentially relevant in certain contexts.

Commentary Writer (2_14_6)

This article does not seem to be related to Intellectual Property (IP) law. However, I can provide a comparison of jurisdictional approaches to sports-related intellectual property issues, such as trademark and copyright infringement, between the US, Korea, and international frameworks. In the US, sports-related intellectual property issues are governed by federal laws, including the Lanham Act and the Copyright Act. The US Supreme Court has also established precedents in cases such as _Cooper v. Levine_ (2005), which addressed the scope of trademark protection for sports team names and logos. In Korea, sports-related intellectual property issues are governed by the Korean Trademark Act and the Korean Copyright Act. The Korean Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) is responsible for enforcing these laws and has issued guidelines on the protection of sports-related intellectual property, including trademarks and copyrights. Internationally, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has developed guidelines and treaties to promote the protection of intellectual property rights in sports, including the _WIPO Intellectual Property Handbook: Policy, Law and Information_ (2013). The European Union has also established a framework for the protection of sports-related intellectual property rights through the EU Trademark Directive and the EU Copyright Directive. In terms of jurisdictional comparison, the US and Korea have similar approaches to sports-related intellectual property issues, with a focus on trademark and copyright protection. However, the US has a more developed body of case law and a more robust system for enforcing intellectual property rights. Internationally

Patent Expert (2_14_9)

As a Patent Prosecution & Infringement Expert, I must note that this article has no direct implications for patent practitioners. However, I can provide a domain-specific expert analysis on how the concepts presented in this article might be applied to patent analysis. In patent law, the concept of "defensive breakdowns" can be analogous to a patent's defensive weaknesses, such as prior art or anticipated invalidity. Similarly, the idea of "skilled and physical attackers" can be compared to a patent's infringement vulnerabilities, where an alleged infringer can argue that their product or process is not substantially similar to the patented invention. In this context, the article's description of South Korea's defensive breakdowns and inability to contain Ivory Coast's skilled attackers can be seen as a metaphor for a patent's vulnerabilities in the face of prior art or infringement challenges. Notably, this article does not have any direct connections to case law, statutory, or regulatory provisions. However, the concepts of defensive weaknesses and infringement vulnerabilities are relevant to patent law and can be applied in the context of patent prosecution and infringement analysis.

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7 min read Mar 28, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Wiz starter pleased with team win despite erratic day on mound | Yonhap News Agency

OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, March 28 (Yonhap) -- It wasn't the kind of South Korean debut he had hoped for, but KT Wiz starter Matt Sauer was still glad his team emerged with a win over the defending champions...

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8 min read Mar 28, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Son Heung-min calls on S. Korean teammates to learn from humbling loss to Ivory Coast | Yonhap News Agency

OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, March 29 (Yonhap) -- With South Korea trying to pick up the pieces after a 4-0 loss to Ivory Coast in their friendly match in England on Saturday, captain Son Heung-min insisted the team must...

News Monitor (2_14_4)

This news article is not directly relevant to Intellectual Property (IP) practice area. However, I can analyze it for any potential indirect connections or policy signals that may be of interest to IP lawyers. The article discusses a sports-related incident involving the South Korean national football team, and the captain's comments on learning from their loss. There are no regulatory changes, policy announcements, or government releases related to IP law in this article. However, if we consider the broader context of the article, it may be relevant to the IP practice area in the following indirect ways: * The article mentions the South Korean national football team, which may be of interest to sports IP lawyers who deal with issues such as trademark and copyright infringement in the sports industry. * The article's focus on learning from mistakes and moving forward may be applicable to the IP practice area, where lawyers often need to advise clients on how to navigate and learn from IP-related setbacks, such as patent or trademark office actions. Overall, this article is not directly relevant to IP law, but it may be of interest to IP lawyers who are interested in sports law or who are looking for broader insights on how to navigate and learn from setbacks in their practice.

Commentary Writer (2_14_6)

The article "Son Heung-min calls on S. Korean teammates to learn from humbling loss to Ivory Coast" by Yonhap News Agency does not directly relate to Intellectual Property (IP) law. However, if we were to draw a comparison with the US, Korean, and international approaches to learning from failures or losses, we can analyze the following: In the US, the concept of "learning from failure" is often associated with the idea of "fail-fast" and "fail-forward," where entrepreneurs and innovators are encouraged to take risks and learn from their mistakes. This approach is reflected in the US Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) emphasis on innovation and creativity in the patent application process. In Korea, the culture of learning from failures is deeply ingrained in the concept of "Jeong," which refers to the emotional connections and relationships between individuals. In the context of football, Son Heung-min's statement about learning from the loss and taking away lessons can be seen as an example of this cultural value. Internationally, the approach to learning from failures varies depending on the jurisdiction. In the European Union, for example, the concept of "failure" is often associated with the idea of "invention" and "innovation," where inventors and innovators are encouraged to learn from their mistakes and build upon them. This approach is reflected in the European Patent Office's (EPO) emphasis on innovation and creativity in the patent application process. In conclusion,

Patent Expert (2_14_9)

As a Patent Prosecution & Infringement Expert, I must note that this article is unrelated to intellectual property law and does not have any direct implications for patent practitioners. However, I can analyze the article from a general perspective and highlight any potential connections to statutory or regulatory frameworks. The article discusses a football match between South Korea and Ivory Coast, with a focus on the team's captain, Son Heung-min, calling for his teammates to learn from their loss. The article does not contain any information relevant to patent law or intellectual property. However, if we were to stretch the connection, we could draw a parallel to the concept of "humble" and "learning from failures" in the context of patent prosecution. In patent law, it is essential to approach patent examination with humility and an open mind, recognizing that the examiner's role is to ensure that the patent application meets the statutory requirements. A patent practitioner who is willing to learn from the examiner's feedback and adapt their application accordingly can increase the chances of successful prosecution. In terms of case law, regulatory connections, or statutory references, I couldn't find any direct connections to this article. The article appears to be a sports news article and does not have any implications for patent practitioners. If you would like to discuss a specific patent-related topic or issue, I would be happy to provide expert analysis and insights.

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8 min read Mar 28, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Teen rookie savors 'fun' KBO debut with record-tying 3 hits | Yonhap News Agency

OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, March 28 (Yonhap) -- Inserted into the ninth spot in the Opening Day lineup for the KT Wiz on Saturday, teen rookie Lee Kang-min didn't think he would get a chance to hit in the...

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9 min read Mar 28, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Hyundai, Kia win 32 iF Design awards this year | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 26 (Yonhap) -- Hyundai Motor Group said Thursday it has won 32 honors at this year's iF Design Award, underscoring the design competitiveness of its vehicle lineup. Hyundai Motor Co. and its affiliate Kia Corp. received 21...

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8 min read Mar 26, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Navy holds drills to honor fallen troops from naval clashes with N. Korea | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 26 (Yonhap) -- The Navy launched maneuvering drills this week to honor service members killed during naval clashes with North Korea in the Yellow Sea and sharpen its combat readiness posture, the armed service said Thursday. Warships...

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6 min read Mar 26, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

(LEAD) Navy holds drills to honor fallen troops from naval clashes with N. Korea | Yonhap News Agency

OK (ATTN: UPDATES with ceremony for fallen troops in last 4 paras) SEOUL, March 26 (Yonhap) -- The Navy launched maneuvering drills this week to honor service members killed during naval clashes with North Korea in the Yellow Sea and...

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6 min read Mar 26, 2026
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LOW Science South Korea

Major conference catches illicit AI use — and rejects hundreds of papers

Email Bluesky Facebook LinkedIn Reddit Whatsapp X Organizers of the 2026 International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML) used a watermarking system to catch the use of AI in peer review of conference papers. The International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML),...

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8 min read Mar 25, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

'The King's Warden' surpasses 15 mln admissions | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 25 (Yonhap) -- "The King's Warden" has surpassed 15 million admissions Wednesday, the film's local distributor Showbox said, extending its run as one of South Korea's biggest box-office successes of all time. The milestone comes just less...

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5 min read Mar 25, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Kakao Games' largest shareholder changes to LY-backed investment firm | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 25 (Yonhap) -- Kakao Games Corp. said Wednesday its largest shareholder will change to an investment purpose company backed by Japan's tech firm LY Corp. as part of the gaming company's equity restructuring for global expansion. LAAA...

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4 min read Mar 25, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Kia's EV9 GT beats Volvo's EX90 variant in German auto magazine evaluation | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 25 (Yonhap) -- Kia Corp.'s EV9 GT electric sport utility vehicle (SUV) has outperformed a key variant of Volvo's EX90 model in a recent comparison evaluation by a leading German automotive magazine, according to the South Korean...

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7 min read Mar 25, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

FSS chief stresses consumer-oriented supervision | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 25 (Yonhap) -- The head of the country's financial watchdog vowed Wednesday to put his agency's priority on better protecting financial consumers in the face of the recent economic and financial turmoil caused by geopolitical tensions in...

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5 min read Mar 25, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

S. Korean sub to make trans-Pacific journey for joint drills with Canada amid major bid | Yonhap News Agency

OK By Lee Minji SEOUL, March 25 (Yonhap) -- A 3,000-ton South Korean naval submarine will travel across the Pacific for the first time to take part in joint drills with Canada in June, aimed at bolstering maritime security and...

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6 min read Mar 25, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

N. Korea omits 'Day of the Sun' reference in announcing founder's birthday events | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 25 (Yonhap) -- North Korea on Wednesday announced an annual springtime festival marking late state founder Kim Il-sung's birthday in April but avoided calling the anniversary by its reverent name, the "Day of the Sun." The 34th...

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5 min read Mar 25, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Banks' bad-loan ratio unchanged in Q4 | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 25 (Yonhap) -- South Korean banks' bad-loan ratio remained unchanged during the fourth quarter of last year from three months earlier, data showed Wednesday. Loans classified as substandard or below (SBL) held by local banks came to...

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4 min read Mar 25, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Ukraine pledges to consider non-refoulement for detained N. Korean soldiers: civic group | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 24 (Yonhap) -- The Ukrainian government has affirmed that it will consider the humanitarian principle of not transferring prisoners of war against their will in the handling of two North Korean soldiers captured during its war with...

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6 min read Mar 24, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Gov't revokes nat'l merit for military officers involved in 1979 military coup | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 24 (Yonhap) -- The government on Tuesday revoked national orders of military merit awarded to 10 military officers involved in a military coup in 1979 that was led by late former President Chun Doo-hwan, the defense ministry...

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6 min read Mar 24, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Gov't approves resumption of Incheon-Jeju flights | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 24 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean government said Tuesday it has approved the resumption of regular flights between Incheon and Jeju Island for the first time in 10 years, as part of its plan to improve access...

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5 min read Mar 24, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Lee calls for preemptive emergency response system as Iran war drags on | Yonhap News Agency

Facebook X More Pinterest Linked in Tumblr Reddit Facebook Messenger Copy URL URL is copied. OK By Kim Eun-jung SEOUL, March 24 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Tuesday called on the government to preemptively implement an emergency response...

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7 min read Mar 24, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

(URGENT) KOSPI crashes over 6 pct on escalating U.S.-Iran tensions | Yonhap News Agency

Facebook X More Pinterest Linked in Tumblr Reddit Facebook Messenger Copy URL URL is copied. OK (END) Keywords #KOSPI Articles with issue keywords Most Liked Netflix, BTS to turn Seoul into world's 'biggest watch party' Four decades of Damien Hirst...

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4 min read Mar 23, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

Unauthorized renovations blamed for high casualties in fire at car parts plant in Daejeon | Yonhap News Agency

OK DAEJEON, March 23 (Yonhap) -- Unauthorized structural changes are suspected to have led to a high number of casualties in an auto parts plant fire in the central city of Daejeon last week, officials have said. Authorities are looking...

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7 min read Mar 23, 2026
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LOW World South Korea

N. Korea's Kim reappointed as president of state affairs at Supreme People's Assembly | Yonhap News Agency

OK By Park Boram SEOUL, March 23 (Yonhap) -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un was reappointed as president of the state affairs commission at the first session of the Supreme People's Assembly (SPA) after last month's ruling party congress, state...

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4 min read Mar 23, 2026
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Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers | Yonhap News Agency

OK SEOUL, March 23 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on March 23. Korean-language dailies -- Daejeon factory fire with 14 deaths result from insensitivity toward safety (Kyunghyang Shinmun) -- Cutting oil, sodium,...

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8 min read Mar 23, 2026
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Pop megastars BTS electrify historic centre of Seoul with comeback concert

Pop megastars BTS electrify historic centre of Seoul with comeback concert 21 hours ago Share Save Yuna Ku , BBC Korean, Seoul and Jake Kwon , Seoul correspondent Share Save BIGHIT MUSIC AND NETFLIX On Saturday, the heart of Seoul...

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6 min read Mar 22, 2026
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Today in Korean history | Yonhap News Agency

Park became president via a referendum in 1963 and ruled the country until he was assassinated in 1979. 1990 -- South Korea establishes diplomatic relations with Czechoslovakia, which later split into the Czech Republic and Slovakia. 2007 -- Host China...

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8 min read Mar 22, 2026
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