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 BTS’s Jungkook and SEVENTEEN each donated 1 billion KRW, drawing attention, while IU (200 million KRW), G-Dragon (300 million KRW), IVE (200 million KRW), and many other artists also contributed.   In particular, K-pop idols, who have strong connections with their fandoms, are demonstrating a meaningful ripple effect, exerting a “positive influence.”   On social media, posts such as “I donated after seeing Jungkook’s contribution” and “I participated in donations thanks to SEVENTEEN” have surfaced, with some artists even donating in the name of their fan clubs.   The Community Chest of Korea stated, “The donations from celebrities are encouraging more participation from … 더 보기

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The wildfire that started in Uiseong, Gyeongbuk, has been burning for four days.   It was confirmed that the fire started accidentally when a visitor clearing a gravesite caused a fire. The visitor reported the fire to emergency services (119) immediately.   Despite the deployment of 3,154 firefighters and 77 helicopters, strong winds and dry weather have made firefighting efforts extremely difficult. A firefighting helicopter crashed, and in Yeongdeok County, some residents of a senior living facility tragically lost their lives when their vehicle exploded while evacuating.   The estimated affected area is 12,565 hectares (125.65 km²), approximately one-fifth the size of Seoul.   … 더 보기

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