Samsung Union Workers Launch Indefinite Strike
The tech giant’s largest union escalated its dispute with management after failing to reach an agreement over pay and working policies.
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Japan and South Korea Are Fighting Over an App at a Tense Time
SoftBank and Naver helped bridge geopolitical relations with a joint venture to own the operator of the messaging app Line, but now the partnership is fraying.
A Korean Secret to Keeping Friendships Strong: Savings Groups
In South Korea, it’s common for friends to form what are known as gyemoim to save for vacations, meals and other social activities.
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Samsung Faces First Strike in Its History
The South Korean tech giant is at odds with some of its employees as it is trying to reassure investors that its memory chip business can meet demand.