A ranking North Korean diplomat in London who recently defected to Seoul was at least partly motivated by his son, who went to an ordinary day school in the U.K., the Guardian reported. >> Full Text
The prolonged economic slump has boosted the dollar store business, but now it is evolving into more stylish design and relatively durable goods that appeal to young people on a tight budget. The Korean market for low-priced household products will grow to W4 trillion in two or three years. >> Full Text
Korea's record heat wave is finally on the way to easing from this weekend. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, temperatures still hovered over 34 degrees Celsius across the country on Thursday. And the scorching heat will persist on Friday and Saturday. >> Full Text