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The first spark of beginnings The first shines for everyone. It is light because there are no expectations, and it shines brightly because everything is new. For the mere reason of being 'the first,' many mistakes are forgiven, and there is much support. Pressure of a Second Start However, the second time is different. Expectations are already high, comparisons have already begun, and there is no room for leniency even towards oneself. 'This time, you have to do better than before.' 'Now you really have to show it.' This pressure, which feels awkward even to name, lingers with us as the term 'sophomore jinx.' The protagonists of the drama 'Our Movie' The SBS Friday-Saturday drama "Our Movie" tells the story of two people living through that 'second.' Lee Jae-han is a film director who was once called a 'genius.' He garnered attention with his debut work, but has not released a single piece in the five years since. ...

Dramatic comeback, balanced series On June 13, 2025, local time, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers 111-104 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, leveling the series at 2 wins and 2 losses. It was a valuable victory on the road, and the direction of the series has once again become uncertain. Game flow and key scenes The game was marked by a tense battle from the outset. The Thunder seemed to lose control at one point, trailing by as much as 10 points, but in the final moments of the fourth quarter, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's explosive scoring completely turned the tide. Notably, his consecutive 15 points starting with 4 minutes and 38 seconds left essentially determined the outcome. The opposing defense couldn't contain him, and the Thunder capitalized on the momentum to turn the game around. Both teams struggled with their three-point shooting accuracy, and as free throws became more frequent, the pace of the game slowed d...

On June 14, 2025, two marches cut through the heart of America. On June 14, 2025, the capital of the United States, Washington D.C., witnessed an unprecedented scene. On one side, a large military parade led by former President Trump unfolded spectacularly, while at the same time, peaceful citizen protests under the name "No Kings Day" occurred in over 2,000 cities across the country. On the same day, in the same nation, events with entirely different meanings divided the land. Is it to honor the military and the nation, or to flaunt authority – Trump-led military parade The parade held in Washington D.C. that day was planned under the guise of commemorating three events simultaneously: the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, Flag Day, and former President Trump's 79th birthday. The parade featured approximately 6,600 troops, over 150 military vehicles (including tanks), more than 50 aircraft, historical reenactment troops, military bands, parachute units, and culmina...

Background of the discussion on amnesty and restoration of rights With the launch of the Lee Jae-myung administration, a subtle tension is permeating the political realm. Discussions surrounding the pardon and restoration of former Justice Minister Cho Kuk are intensifying, revealing divisions within the ruling party. While some advocate for caution, arguing that it is premature, others suggest that making a swift decision could contribute to political and social stability. Pardon Claims: A Discussion on Justice and Punishment Representative Jeong Seong-ho of the Democratic Party stated that the penalties imposed on former representative Cho Kuk and his family were unfairly harsh, emphasizing that pardon and restoration of rights is not a matter of political favoritism, but rather an issue of restoring judicial justice. Acting party leader Kim Seon-min of the Cho Kuk Innovation Party also mentioned the need for broad pardons to address the damages caused by the abuse of prosecutori...

Background of Military Conflict On June 13, 2025, local time, the New York Stock Exchange reacted strongly and plummeted due to a sudden military conflict in the Middle East. On this day, Israel launched a large-scale airstrike ('Operation Rising Lion') against Iran's nuclear and military facilities, and in retaliation, Iran executed 'Operation True Promise III', firing hundreds of ballistic missiles and drones. As a result, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 769.83 points (-1.79%) to close at 42,197.79, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also showed declines of -1.13% and -1.30%, respectively. The Spread of Fear Psychology and the Preference for Safe Assets The VIX, which shows the market's anxiety, surged by an astonishing 16.9%, indicating that investors have rapidly shifted into risk-averse mode. Consequently, U.S. Treasury bonds and gold prices rose, bolstered by a preference for safe assets. At the same time, oil prices soared, with West Texas Inte...

Development of Military Conflict Iran mobilized over 150 ballistic missiles and more than 100 drones in this operation, setting the entire territory of Israel as the target for the attacks. The strikes were carried out in two phases, resulting in intense explosions and air raid sirens over major cities such as Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Israel successfully activated its multi-layered interception systems, including David's Sling, Patriot, and Iron Dome, to thwart most of the attacks however, some missiles penetrated the defense network, causing damage to civilian structures and resulting in minor injuries to 15 to 63 individuals. The Preemptive Strike of Israel and Its Implications Iran's retaliation is not a mere impulsive response. Just hours ago, Israel opened a new chapter by precisely targeting Iran's nuclear and missile infrastructure and key military leadership through 'Operation Rising Lion.' The fact that two nuclear scientists and two commanders of the Is...

Incident involving California Senator Alex Padilla On June 12, 2025, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla from California was forcibly restrained and handcuffed by FBI agents during a press conference at the Department of Homeland Security, which dealt a significant shock to American democracy. This incident is a major issue with political symbolism that is difficult to downplay as a mere security misunderstanding or procedural error. The fact that a sitting congressman was physically subdued while attempting to ask questions about policy in a public setting is seen as a sign of how far the boundaries of the democratic system can retreat, given its rarity. Republic of Korea Representative Kang Seong-hee Incident What's even more startling is that a similar incident occurred almost simultaneously in South Korea, which is on the opposite side of the globe. In January 2024, during an official event chaired by President Yoon Suk-yeol in Jeonbuk, lawmaker Kang Sung-hee of the Progress Party at...

Israel's large-scale airstrikes On June 13, 2025, Israel launched a large-scale airstrike against Iran's major military and nuclear facilities through an operation called 'Operation Rising Lion.' This attack has severely exacerbated maritime security concerns in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, and is having a significant impact on the international community as a whole. Israel's assault is not just a military operation but also triggers international tensions, highlighting the complex issues of security and economy. Iran's reaction and threats of blockade Immediately after the attack on Israel, Iran issued a warning of 'severe retaliation.' It also hinted at the possibility of blocking maritime logistics through the Strait of Hormuz, adding to the seriousness of the situation. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical route, accounting for approximately 20% of global maritime oil transportation. If Iran's backlash goes beyond ...

Election of Kim Byeong-ki as the Floor Leader On June 13, 2025, in the National Assembly of Yeouido, Seoul, the Democratic Party elected three-term lawmaker Kim Byeong-gi (64, from Dongjak-gap, Seoul) as its new floor leader to lead the 22nd National Assembly's first half. This primary election is being assessed not just as a simple internal party process, but as a signal for setting future reform directions and reestablishing party-government relations, as well as a political experiment in searching for a connection between party sentiment and public sentiment. A notable aspect of this primary is the change in the election method. Departing from the traditional reliance solely on lawmaker votes, a new method that reflects 20% of votes from party members was introduced. This marks the first case of institutionalizing the tasks of democratic representation and expanding member participation, indicating an intention to enhance the transparency of party operations and broaden consen...

Introduction: A Local Conflict or a Touchstone of Global Strategy In June 2025, Israel's surprise airstrike on Iran's nuclear facilities marked a significant turning point that cannot simply be dismissed as a conflict within the Middle East. While it may superficially appear to be a military clash between two nations, this incident is also a critical juncture where the strategic interests and calculations of major powers that constitute the global order—namely the United States, China, and Russia—intersect directly. These three nations employ a sophisticated balancing strategy aimed at maximizing their national interests while avoiding full-scale war and capturing vulnerabilities in their adversaries. This article seeks to interpret the Israel-Iran conflict not merely as an isolated event, but as a compressed battleground where the strategies of great powers collide in the process of restructuring the international order in the 21st century. USA: A Strategic Balancing Act Be...

Outbreak of the Middle East Crisis: Conflict between Israel and Iran In June 2025, the Middle East came closer to the risk of full-scale war as Israel launched a major airstrike targeting Iran's nuclear facilities. This attack was named Operation Rising Lion and involved precise strikes on nuclear and missile infrastructure, including Natanz. It is reported that senior Iranian military officials and nuclear scientists were killed. Iran immediately declared retaliation, and the United States took precautions against the escalation by withdrawing its troops stationed in the region. This situation goes beyond a simple conflict between the two countries and is having a significant impact on international financial markets, diplomatic relations, and global security order. Immediate Reaction of the Financial Markets: Spread of War Fear As the armed conflict intensified, international financial markets reacted immediately. Brent crude oil prices surged by more than 6% in just one day,...

Overview of Air India Flight AI171 Crash Accident On June 12, 2025, at around 1:38 PM (IST), Air India flight AI171 (Boeing 787-8, registration VT-ANB), which took off from Ahmedabad Airport in India, experienced a tragic accident shortly after takeoff. The aircraft lost altitude rapidly at approximately 625 feet (about 190 meters) about 30 to 60 seconds after takeoff, crashing into the Meghani Nagar area, specifically near the B.J. Medical College dormitory, and exploded. Human casualties A total of 242 people were on board the aircraft, including 230 passengers and 12 crew members, with 241 of them reported dead. Only one person, Mr. Vishwashkumar Ramesh, a British national seated in 11A, managed to escape near the emergency exit and survived. He is currently receiving treatment for minor injuries. There was also significant damage on the ground. The aircraft collided with a dormitory building and nearby medical facilities, injuring 41 medical students and residents, with more t...

Overview of Spotify Access Issues On June 12, 2025, Spotify, the world's largest music streaming service, along with major platforms, experienced a massive outage. The cause of this disruption was not an internal issue with Spotify, but a service failure that occurred within Google Cloud. An error in Google Cloud's IAM (Identity and Access Management) system had a direct impact on numerous users and business operations. This highlighted how reliant modern digital society is on specific infrastructures, and it served as a clear example of the dual nature of connectivity within the platform ecosystem. Scope of Disability Impact This outage did not stop at Spotify's service interruption. Similar connectivity issues were reported around the same time for Discord, Snapchat, Twitch, and Shopify, which share the same infrastructure. As a result, the outage monitoring site DownDetector received over 40,000 complaints related to Spotify and nearly 10,000 for Discord. These incid...

Launch of the 3rd Special Investigation System President Lee Jae-myung officially appointed three individuals as special prosecutors on June 12, immediately after the related bill passed in the National Assembly, launching an unprecedented 'three special prosecutor system' in history with the recommendations of the Democratic Party and the Justice Reform Party. The three appointed special prosecutors will handle matters that are at the forefront of political and social conflicts in South Korea, namely: ▲ investigation of insurrection charges ▲ allegations related to First Lady Kim Geon-hee ▲ the death of Sergeant Chae in the line of duty. The Role of the Special Prosecutors The appointments and roles of the special prosecutors are as follows. The special prosecutor for insurrection, former Audit Board Chairperson Cho Eun-seok, will investigate insurrection and foreign exchange charges related to the December 3 emergency martial law situation. He is known within the prosecut...

Signs of inflation easing and coexistence of structural burdens In May 2025, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in the United States confirmed the trend of easing inflation, providing relief to the market. The CPI rose by 0.1% compared to the previous month and by 2.4% year-over-year, slightly below the market expectation of 2.5%. Notably, the core CPI, which excludes the highly volatile food and energy sectors, also showed increases of 0.1% and 2.8%, respectively, indicating that the gradual easing trend is continuing. However, it still remains above the Federal Reserve's target of 2%, indicating that structural pressures have not yet been resolved. Detailed Trends by Item In the food sector, an overall upward trend continued, primarily focused on grains and bakery products (up 0.3% compared to the previous month, up 2.9% year-over-year). However, prices for protein-related items such as meat, fish, and eggs fell, partially offsetting this trend. The energy sector recorded a clear...

Introduction On June 11, 2025, National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-sik officially requested President Lee Jae-myung to appoint a 'special prosecutor' for three major cases: ▲ the insurrection accusation against former President Yoon Seok-youl, ▲ the stock price manipulation allegations involving Kim Geon-hee, and ▲ the allegations of covering up the death of Chae Sang-byeong. This request aims to establish a special prosecutor to investigate these cases independently and fairly. Consequently, on June 12, the President officially requested both the Democratic Party and the Justice Innovation Party to recommend candidates for the special prosecutor for each case, and both parties announced three candidates each. This report aims to analyze the legal careers, expertise, investigative independence, and fairness of each of the six candidates recommended, and to assess the future composition of the special prosecutor and its political impact. Analysis of Candidates Recommended by th...

Brian Wilson's Passing On June 11, 2025, Brian Wilson passed away at the age of 82. His family stated through Instagram and their official website, 'We are heartbroken beyond words. Please respect our privacy.' Amidst the sorrowful message, we face the final farewell of a giant who defined an era. Brian Wilson's Musical Journey Brian Wilson, born on June 20, 1942, in Inglewood, California, is a founding member of the Beach Boys and created the sound that represented American youth culture in the 1960s. Songs like 'Surfin' USA', 'California Girls', 'Good Vibrations', and 'God Only Knows' transcended mere hit singles, expanding the notion of 'California sunshine' into a cultural symbol. The music he created functioned as a language that encompassed not just images of the beach, youth, and freedom, but the very emotions of youth itself. Pet Sounds and Smile Released in 1966, Pet Sounds was the culmination of his songwriting...

Match Overview The World Cup South American qualifying match between Argentina and Colombia, held on June 10, 2025, took place at the Estadio Más Monumental located in Buenos Aires. The match started at 8 PM local time, which corresponds to 9 AM the following day in Korea. The result of this match was a 1-1 draw between Argentina and Colombia. Scoring details The first goal of the match was scored by Luis Diaz of Colombia. In the 24th minute of the first half, he broke through about 40 meters solo, evading several defenders and finishing cleanly to rattle the net. This goal is significant as it is the first that Colombia has recorded at Monumental since 1993. Later, Argentina's Thiago Almada equalized in the 81st minute of the second half, bringing the match to a draw. Turning Point of the Game: Enzo's Departure In the 71st minute of the second half, Argentina's Enzo Fernandez was sent off after striking his opponent's head with a raised foot during a challenge wi...

The onset and spread of the incident In June 2025, a large-scale protest began in Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA), triggered by a major crackdown by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). This operation started on June 6 and was based on suspicious employment records. The enforcement actions took place particularly in the Fashion District and materials marts where immigrant hiring was frequent, leading to severe backlash from the local community. Hundreds of citizens took to the streets in response to this large-scale crackdown, initially starting as a peaceful march but eventually escalating. The intense demonstrations ultimately led to property destruction, looting, and arson, resulting in fierce clashes between the police and protesters. The state government decided to deploy the California National Guard and U.S. Marines to resolve the situation. Main Contents of the Curfew Order To stabilize such intense situations, the city of Los Angeles issued a curfew for the core areas of...

2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Continental Trends The journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals is gaining momentum as it crosses the midpoint in each continent. In particular, the matches around June 10 have become a turning point in the qualifiers, with news of strong teams securing their spots in the finals, as well as surprises and controversies arising simultaneously across continents. Europe – UEFA Qualifiers: The Match Between Finland and Poland On June 10, Finland pulled off a surprise by defeating Poland 2-1 in Group G, rising to the top of the group. They took control with a penalty goal from Joel Pohjanpalo and a follow-up goal from Benjamin Kallman, maintaining their focus and ultimately securing the victory despite an emergency situation in the stands during the match. In contrast, Poland faced turmoil from the outset, with controversies surrounding Robert Lewandowski's boycott of the national team. The underperformance of this traditional powerhouse suggests stru...