First Caller of the Eunma Apartment Fire Was a Teenage Girl Who Tragically Died

▷ A teenage girl A (A양), who was the first to report the fire at Eunma Apartment on the 24th, tragically passed away after making a desperate 119 call pleading for a quick rescue.

▷ While her mother and sibling escaped and were taken to the hospital for treatment, the girl remained trapped near a window and was unable to evacuate the building in time.

▷ Authorities believe the fire originated from the kitchen floor and are currently analyzing evidence to determine the exact cause of the fatal incident.

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President Lee Jae-myung’s Bundang Apartment Sold Instantly After Listing

▷ President Lee Jae-myung (이재명) and First Lady Kim Hye-kyung (김혜경) sold their jointly owned apartment in Bundang to demonstrate their commitment to stabilizing the real estate market.

▷ The property was listed at a price of 2.8 to 2.9 billion won, which is lower than the current market value, resulting in a signed contract only hours after it was put on the market.

▷ Local realtors reported that while the final balance remains to be paid, the sales agreement is already complete following a massive surge in buyer interest.

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Lee Jun-seok and Jeon Han-gil Clash Over Rigged Election Conspiracy Theories

▷ Reform Party leader Lee Jun-seok (이준석) and famous history instructor Jeon Han-gil (전한길) engaged in a heated four-hour live debate regarding the integrity of the election system.

▷ Jeon claimed that more than half of the public distrusts the National Election Commission and expressed his desire to become its Secretary-General to reform what he called a criminal organization.

▷ Lee refuted these claims as groundless conspiracy theories, comparing Jeon’s logic to past malicious verification movements that demanded proof of innocence without providing any substantial evidence.

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President Lee criticizes reports on real estate gains as “excessive speculation framing”

▷ President Lee Jae-myung (이재명) expressed his displeasure over media reports highlighting a 2.5 billion won profit from the sale of his Bundang apartment, stating that treating him as a speculator is unfair.

▷ He explained that the house, purchased in 1998 during the IMF crisis, holds deep sentimental value as it is where he raised his children and spent his younger years.

▷ The President emphasized that the decision to sell was made to fulfill his responsibility as a public official leading real estate policy, rather than to pursue financial gain.

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Rebuilding Korea Party to File Ethics Complaint Against Rep. Seo Myeong-ok for Placard Assault

▷ The Rebuilding Korea Party announced it will report Representative Seo Myeong-ok (서명옥) of the People Power Party to the Ethics Committee for allegedly hitting Rep. Lee Hae-min (이해민) in the face with a handheld placard.

▷ The incident occurred during a protest in the National Assembly’s main hall, where video footage captured Rep. Seo swinging her sign after claiming a violation of portrait rights.

▷ In addition to the ethics complaint, the party plans to pursue civil and criminal legal actions, including charges of special assault and violations of the National Assembly Advancement Act.

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Suyu-dong Serial Murder Suspect Linked to Additional Crimes Following 119 Call Records

▷ A 20-year-old woman named Kim (김모씨), the suspect in the Suyu-dong serial murder case, is suspected of committing a crime in October last year, two months earlier than the previously known first incident.

▷ Evidence shows that Kim called 119 after a man collapsed at a restaurant, using a similar pattern of drugging her victims and then pretending to be a concerned acquaintance to avoid suspicion.

▷ Police have already transferred Kim to the prosecution on charges of murder and drug violations, and they are now expanding the investigation to identify any other potential victims.

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National Assembly Passes Bill Allowing Constitutional Complaints Against Court Rulings

▷ The National Assembly passed an amendment to the Constitutional Court Act on the 27th, enabling citizens to file constitutional complaints against final court rulings that infringe upon fundamental rights.

▷ The bill, a key part of the judicial reform agenda led by the Democratic Party (더불어민주당), was approved after a filibuster by the People Power Party (국민의힘) was forcefully terminated.

▷ Following this, the legislature moved to discuss an amendment to the Court Organization Act to increase the number of Supreme Court justices, which is expected to pass after the 24-hour mandatory debate period.

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Trial Constitutional Complaint Act Passes National Assembly Led by Democratic Party

▷ The National Assembly has passed the “Trial Constitutional Complaint Act,” a bill that allows citizens to file constitutional complaints against court rulings.

▷ The passage was primarily led by the Democratic Party (더불어민주당), establishing a new legal pathway for the Constitutional Court to review the constitutionality of judicial decisions.

▷ This legislative move is expected to significantly impact the judicial system by expanding the protection of basic rights for the public.

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Falling support for ruling party in TK region triggers political scramble in Daegu

▷ The ruling People Power Party is experiencing a decline in support in its stronghold of Daegu and Gyeongbuk, with some polls showing the party’s approval rating matching that of the opposition.

▷ Former party leader Han Dong-hoon (한동훈) visited Daegu to advocate for a new conservative path, emphasizing the need to break away from the political line of President Yoon Suk-yeol (윤석열).

▷ Meanwhile, the National Assembly is set to pass an amendment to the Constitutional Court Act, which introduces a system allowing citizens to appeal final court rulings to the Constitutional Court.

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Han Dong-hoon Hints at By-Election Run in Daegu, Calling to Break from ‘Yoon Suk-yeol Line’

▷ Han Dong-hoon (한동훈), the recently expelled former leader of the People Power Party, hinted at his potential candidacy for the June 3 legislative by-elections during his visit to Daegu.

▷ He stressed the urgent need to reconstruct the conservative bloc by moving past the “Yoon Suk-yeol line,” especially following the heavy court sentence handed down to the former president.

▷ Han also dismissed criticisms from Lee Jin-sook (이진숙), questioning whether her controversial political views align with the common sense of the citizens of Daegu.

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