Scaled-Down New Year’s Celebrations in South Korea to Honor Plane Crash Victims
Local governments across South Korea have opted to scale down or cancel New Year’s events as the nation observes a period of mourning for the victims of the Jeju Air plane crash in Muan-gun County, Jeollanam-do Province. The Seoul Metropolitan…
AI and Robotics Raise New Ethical and Legal Challenges for Society
As artificial intelligence (AI) and AI-enabled robots increasingly integrate into daily life, their impact is transforming them from simple tools into potential partners and societal entities. With these advancements, significant ethical, privacy, safety, and regulatory concerns are emerging. The release…
HMRC Head Harra Reflects on 2024 Challenges and Future Plans for Digital Transformation
The head of HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), Harra, discussed the toughest leadership decisions faced in 2024, citing the challenging prioritization of resources and customer service shortfalls due to the agency’s digital-first strategy. While digital initiatives have helped reduce customer…
South Korea Becomes a “Super-Aged” Society, New Data Shows
South Korea has officially entered the ranks of “super-aged” societies, with one in five of its citizens now aged 65 or older, according to new data released on Tuesday. This marks a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing demographic challenges….
World Whiskey Society’s New 20-Year-Old Whiskey Takes Aim at Pappy Van Winkle’s Crown
World Whiskey Society has launched a new 20-year-old whiskey, the Family Reserve, priced at $1,500, positioning it as a direct competitor to the legendary Pappy Van Winkle collection. While Pappy Van Winkle’s rare bottles are known for their high resale…