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A US Army vet thought he'd work into his 70s. A move to South Korea gave him the freedom to retire in his 50s.
Business Insider
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July 9, 2025
For Steve Wilson, early retirement always felt like a distant dream. At 17, he enlisted in the military and served for two decades, moving from base to base — including a posting in South Korea, where he met his wife. At 38, he retired from active...
Client Alert: Navigating the Hazards of US Litigation: Lessons from Recent Decisions Involving Korean Companies
JD Supra - California
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July 9, 2025
Notwithstanding recent political turmoil, Korean companies have been expanding into the United States at a fast clip, continuing a trend of investment beneficial to businesses in both countries.1 As Korean brands increasingly become players in the...
Trump unveils 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea amid broader trade policy shift
Natural News
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August 7, 2025
Trump unveils 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea amid broader trade policy shift Trump imposes 25% tariffs on Japan and South Korea, with varying rates (up to 40%) on 12 additional countries, effective August 1. These tariffs aim to tackle...
Trump: 'South Korea Pays the U.S. Very Little for Military Support'
Business Korea
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July 8, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump said on July 8 (local time) that South Korea should pay for its own defense, suggesting that he would demand a substantial increase in defense cost-sharing following the imposition of 25% tariffs on Korean goods. During...
This Altcoin Explodes by 170% Following Support From Upbit and Bithumb: Details
CryptoPotato
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July 10, 2025
TL;DR HYPER neared its ATH after backing from South Korea’s top crypto exchanges. Upbit’s listing history shows a pattern of triggering explosive rallies, with coins like MOODENG, RVN, and TRUMP all experiencing major price spikes shortly after...
Trump says South Korea should be paying for its own defence
The Straits Times
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July 8, 2025
WASHINGTON - US President Donald Trump said on July 8 South Korea should be paying for its own military protection and suggested the US ally needed to pay more for the US troop presence there, a day after saying he planned to impose a 25 per cent...
Bank of Singapore's CIO Summit: Turning Volatility Into Strategy
finews.asia
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July 9, 2025
The Bank of Singapore’s CIO Summit 2025, held on Wednesday in Singapore, came at a critical moment. Just a day earlier, US President Donald Trump had once again escalated his economic confrontation with China, while Beijing appeared to be...
Brazil will respond to Trump's 50% tariff with 'reciprocity,' says da Silva
CNBC
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July 9, 2025
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Wednesday that his country will respond with reciprocity to U.S. President Donald Trump's newly announced 50% tariff rate on his country's exports, citing a recently adopted Brazilian law that...
‘Punishing workers for getting old’: how South Korea’s wage system impoverishes the elderly
The Guardian
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July 9, 2025
Insurance worker G Young Soo started working at his company at 23, and spent more than three decades climbing the ranks to become a branch director. Now approaching his 60th birthday, Young Soo’s employer has systematically stripped away his...
E.U. Seeks To Finalize Trade Deal With Trump By End Of The Month
Daily Wire
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July 9, 2025
WASHINGTON/BRUSSELS (Reuters) — The European Union said it was working on sealing a trade deal with the United States by the end of the month, while U.S. President Donald Trump promised that he would deliver further tariff notices on unnamed...
In expanding trade war, Trump digs U.S. into a geopolitical hole
News India Times
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July 9, 2025
President Donald Trump reacts during a Cabinet meeting Tuesday at the White House. MUST CREDIT: Tom Brenner/For The Washington Post On Monday, July 7, the White House launched new salvos in its widening trade wars. President Donald Trump...
Trump sets new tariffs on Japan, South Korea, others
Finance & Commerce - Minnesota
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July 8, 2025
The Blueprint Trump announces 25% tariffs on Japan, South Korea. Other countries face tariffs up to 40% starting Aug. 1. Markets react with concern over economic slowdown. Tariffs aim to support U.S. manufacturing, fund tax cuts. WASHINGTON —...
Five Emerging Artists to See at Frieze Seoul 2025
Frieze
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Spanning painting, installation, sculpture, photography, film and more, the next generation of artists is well represented at this year’s Frieze Seoul, with a strong showing of practitioners and galleries from Asia. Here are five stands to catch...
Trump’s 25% tariff letter to South Korea sparks urgent trade uncertainty
Korea Pro
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July 8, 2025
Trump’s tariff decree adds to sectoral auto and steel pressure while raising confusion over transshipment U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that his administration will impose a 25% tariff on all South Korean imports starting Aug....
Trump sends out tariff letters to 7 more countries but avoids major U.S. trade partners
Japan Today
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July 9, 2025
President Donald Trump sent out tariff letters to seven smaller U.S. trading partners on Wednesday with a pledge to announce import taxes on other countries later in the day. None of the countries targeted in the first batch of letters — the...
How is tariff uncertainty impacting business owners? Advisors weigh in
Investment News
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July 9, 2025
From left: Peter Malone of Crestwood Advisors, Jennifer Giemza of Wealthspire Advisors, and Jere Doyle from BNY Wealth. With another three weeks of tariff threats and negotiations ahead, small business clients will have to respond depending on...
Wall Street shrugs off Trump's fresh trade war rhetoric, investors holding firm
FOX Business
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White House Council of Economic Advisors Chair Stephen Miran explains why tariffs are not causing a spike in inflation on 'Varney & Co.' As President Donald Trump ramps up his trade war rhetoric, Wall Street remains largely unfazed, with investors...
Asia's Most Atheist Nation? Why South Koreans Are Turning Away From Religion
News18
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July 8, 2025
Last Updated:July 08, 2025, 20:49 IST South Korea, known for tech giants and luxury cars, is becoming one of the world's most irreligious societies, with nearly 60% unaffiliated due to modernisation and disillusionment Once a society deeply shaped...
Trump says South Korea should be paying for its own defense
Japan Today
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July 8, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday South Korea should be paying for its own military protection and suggested the U.S. ally needed to pay more for the U.S. troop presence there, a day after saying he planned to impose a 25 percent tariff...
Ireland should imitate South Korea's K-pop success with music industry supports, IMRO says
The Journal
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July 8, 2025
IRELAND SHOULD TAKE inspiration from South Korea and develop structures to support the music industry similar to those that have led to K-pop’s worldwide popularity, the Irish Music Rights Organisation has recommended. IMRO published a report on...