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Former U.S. Army soldier Jonathan Kang Lee was sentenced to life in prison on April 23 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord for k...
04/25/2025

Former U.S. Army soldier Jonathan Kang Lee was sentenced to life in prison on April 23 at Joint Base Lewis-McChord for killing taxi driver Nicholas Hokema while deserting. Lee, a 26-year-old Korean American, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder, desertion, resisting arrest, and disobeying orders, and is also serving a separate 64-year sentence for child s*x crimes.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/korean-american-soldier-life-sentence/

Korean American soldier gets life in military court for killing a taxi driver during desertion. Parole possible after 2045.

Over 1,800 international students, including Koreans, had their student visas canceled for minor traffic violations, tri...
04/25/2025

Over 1,800 international students, including Koreans, had their student visas canceled for minor traffic violations, triggering more than 65 lawsuits and a federal court order. Most students were cited for infractions like illegal left turns, parking violations, or DUI, with cancellations concentrated in California universities including UC San Diego, UC Berkeley, and UCLA.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/student-visas-canceled-traffic-violations/

Over 1,800 students had visas canceled for minor traffic violations, leading to 65+ lawsuits and a federal court order.

“Squid Game” creator Hwang Dong-hyuk will be honored with the Creator Tribute at this year’s Gotham Television Awards, r...
04/25/2025

“Squid Game” creator Hwang Dong-hyuk will be honored with the Creator Tribute at this year’s Gotham Television Awards, recognizing his groundbreaking work in reshaping episodic storytelling. The ceremony takes place June 2 in New York and will be livestreamed on YouTube. Read more about how Hwang’s global hit continues to earn acclaim.
đź”— [https://www.koreadailyus.com/squid-game-director-hwang-dong-hyuk-to-receive-honor-at-gotham-television-awards/]

Hwang Dong-hyuk will receive a Creator Tribute at the Gotham Television Awards for his work on “Squid Game.”

A 76-year-old Korean American woman has been reselling food bank items for $1 each near Wilshire Boulevard and Vermont A...
04/25/2025

A 76-year-old Korean American woman has been reselling food bank items for $1 each near Wilshire Boulevard and Vermont Avenue in Koreatown for the past six months. Food banks prohibit resale, but weak enforcement and a 23.2% poverty rate among Korean American seniors highlight the growing tension between regulation and survival.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/food-bank-resale-koreatown-illegal/

Food bank resale in Koreatown raises concerns as Korean American seniors cite poverty and enforcement remains weak.

H Mart opened its first Nevada store on April 24 at the Sahara Pavilion Shopping Center in Las Vegas, spanning 55,000 sq...
04/25/2025

H Mart opened its first Nevada store on April 24 at the Sahara Pavilion Shopping Center in Las Vegas, spanning 55,000 square feet. The location features a food hall with seven Asian eateries and is expected to create local jobs while expanding access to Korean and Asian groceries in the region.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/h-mart-las-vegas-opening/

H Mart opens first Nevada store in Las Vegas with 55,000 sq. ft. space and seven Asian eateries in a new food hall.

North Korea set up fake U.S. companies to carry out a cryptocurrency theft campaign targeting developers, according to c...
04/25/2025

North Korea set up fake U.S. companies to carry out a cryptocurrency theft campaign targeting developers, according to cybersecurity firm Silent Push. The firms, including one registered to an empty lot in New Mexico, were used to deploy malware through phony job interviews. Read how federal authorities responded to one of Pyongyang’s boldest cyber schemes.
đź”— [https://www.koreadailyus.com/north-korean-crypto-theft-campaign-targeted-developers-using-fake-firms-security-firm-says/]

North Korean crypto-theft campaign used fake U.S. companies to target developers with malware, a cybersecurity firm says.

Knotted and Nongshim launched a Banana Kick donut and latte at Westfield Century City after BLACKPINK’s Jennie called th...
04/25/2025

Knotted and Nongshim launched a Banana Kick donut and latte at Westfield Century City after BLACKPINK’s Jennie called the snack her favorite on U.S. television. The desserts, available only at Knotted’s first U.S. store in LA, sparked a spike in Banana Kick mentions across North America and are part of Nongshim’s broader global expansion.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/banana-kick-collaboration-la-donuts-lattes/

Knotted in LA reimagines Jennie’s favorite snack Banana Kick into donuts and lattes after her U.S. TV show mention.

A Korean fabric company has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Shein in federal court, alleging the fast fas...
04/25/2025

A Korean fabric company has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against Shein in federal court, alleging the fast fashion giant illegally reproduced and sold its original dress and bikini designs. The lawsuit, filed on April 1 in Los Angeles, seeks damages and a jury trial, and names unidentified subcontractors as additional defendants.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/shein-sued-korean-fabric-copyright/

Shein faces a copyright infringement lawsuit from Korean fabric company NSI over alleged unauthorized use of dress and bikini designs.

Federal agents arrested about 20 day laborers outside a Home Depot in Pomona on April 22, triggering protests from commu...
04/25/2025

Federal agents arrested about 20 day laborers outside a Home Depot in Pomona on April 22, triggering protests from community groups and condemnation from local officials. Witnesses say U.S. Border Patrol officers arrived in multiple vehicles and detained workers without disclosing their destination, while LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis called on DHS to halt all immigration enforcement.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/pomona-immigration-raid-home-depot/

Pomona immigration raid arrests 20 day laborers at Home Depot, prompting backlash and protests from local community groups.

Real ID demand is surging in California ahead of the May 7 deadline, prompting the DMV to open 11 offices on Saturdays a...
04/25/2025

Real ID demand is surging in California ahead of the May 7 deadline, prompting the DMV to open 11 offices on Saturdays and extend weekday hours at 14 locations. Applicants must upload documents online and bring a passport or birth certificate, Social Security card, and two proofs of residency to their appointment.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/real-id-demand-rises-in-california-dmv-expands-saturday-access/

With the May 7 Real ID enforcement deadline approaching, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has expanded services to accommodate the

USCIS is requesting biometric data and residential addresses from H-1B visa holders and green card applicants, drawing l...
04/24/2025

USCIS is requesting biometric data and residential addresses from H-1B visa holders and green card applicants, drawing legal criticism over lack of precedent and transparency. Immigration attorneys say the agency has not explained the basis of its demands, making it difficult for applicants to respond or defend themselves.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/uscis-biometrics-request-visa-green-card/

USCIS requests biometrics and addresses from visa and green card applicants, raising legal concerns over lack of transparency.

Breaking: Two suspects tied to a Ventura County business and car break-in were arrested in front of H Mart at 6th Street...
04/24/2025

Breaking: Two suspects tied to a Ventura County business and car break-in were arrested in front of H Mart at 6th Street and Alexandria Avenue in Koreatown. LAPD and Ventura County deputies swarmed the scene with at least six patrol vehicles to make the arrest.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/hmart-koreatown-arrest-ventura-breakin/

Two suspects tied to a Ventura County business and car break-in were arrested by LAPD and Ventura County deputies outside HMart in Koreatown.

More than 140 cases of senior jewelry theft have been reported across Los Angeles this year, with suspects using hugs an...
04/24/2025

More than 140 cases of senior jewelry theft have been reported across Los Angeles this year, with suspects using hugs and fake gifts to steal necklaces in broad daylight. Victims—primarily elderly residents—were targeted in Koreatown, Chatsworth, and Woodland Hills, prompting LAPD to classify the crimes as distraction thefts.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/la-senior-jewelry-theft-hug-method/

LA senior jewelry theft cases surpass 140 as police track suspects using distraction tactics like fake hugs and necklace swaps.

Korean action drama Weak Hero is heading to Netflix, joining a growing list of domestic shows crossing over to global pl...
04/24/2025

Korean action drama Weak Hero is heading to Netflix, joining a growing list of domestic shows crossing over to global platforms as Korea’s streaming services struggle with financial losses. Originally released on Wavve, the series surged in popularity after its Netflix debut and now returns with a second season. 🔗 [https://www.koreadailyus.com/weak-hero-becomes-latest-series-to-cross-over-to-netflix-as-domestic-platforms-lose-hold/]

Korean drama Weak Hero joins Netflix, reflecting growing challenges for domestic streaming platforms in Korea.

At 99, retired U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. Philip Shutler returned to the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., to ...
04/24/2025

At 99, retired U.S. Marine Lt. Gen. Philip Shutler returned to the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., to honor fallen comrades and remind future generations that “freedom is not free.” A veteran of key battles including Incheon and Chosin Reservoir, Shutler joined fellow members of the Korean War Veterans Association in calling for renewed recognition of the war’s legacy. 🔗 [https://www.koreadailyus.com/99-year-old-u-s-veteran-reflects-on-korean-war-and-urges-younger-generations-to-remember-freedom-is-not-free/]

A 99-year-old Korean War veteran urges younger generations to remember the cost of freedom as war memories fade.

North Korea has demolished key South Korean-owned facilities at Mount Kumgang, including the Ananti Golf Resort and a ga...
04/24/2025

North Korea has demolished key South Korean-owned facilities at Mount Kumgang, including the Ananti Golf Resort and a gas station, as part of Kim Jong-un’s push to sever inter-Korean ties under his “hostile two states” policy. Satellite imagery reviewed by 38 North confirms widespread destruction, while South Korea continues to call for an immediate halt. 🔗 [https://www.koreadailyus.com/south-korean-facilities-in-north-korea-demolished-under-kim-jong-uns-hostile-two-states-policy/]

North Korea demolishes South Korean facilities at Mount Kumgang under Kim Jong-un's 'two states' policy, erasing unification symbols.

A Comfort Women statue is being unveiled for the first time in South America at the Buenos Aires International Book Fair...
04/24/2025

A Comfort Women statue is being unveiled for the first time in South America at the Buenos Aires International Book Fair, which drew over 1.12 million visitors last year. Led by the Argentina Korean Association and Man-young Foundation, the installation follows a nearly three-year delay due to Japanese opposition and includes related exhibitions, lectures, and film screenings.

đź”— https://www.koreadailyus.com/comfort-women-statue-unveiled-buenos-aires/

Comfort Women statue unveiled at Buenos Aires Book Fair in South America, following years of delay due to Japanese opposition.

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