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Counterterrorism Overhaul: Seoul plans to expand its counterterrorism center under the Prime Minister’s Office, aiming for a national “control tower” to coordinate responses to threats from online extremism to drone attacks. Teacher’s Day Pressure: Teachers say the holiday is now stressful, with gift limits under the Kim Young-ran law and worries about photo/social-media requests. Faith Shift Among Teens: A Gallup Korea survey finds Buddhism is seeing the steepest generational drop—only 2% of teens identify as Buddhist, while 83% report having no religion. Suicide Prevention Tech: Seoul’s Han River bridge CCTV center says AI helps stop 99% of suicide attempts. World Cup Culture Hit: Shakira and Burna Boy release the official 2026 anthem “Dai Dai,” as BTS is set to join the first-ever World Cup final halftime show lineup. Arts & Talent: Pianist Son Se-hyeok wins first prize at Prague Spring.

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