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YouTuber's conspiracy video about bodies in Korea sparks criminal investigation

A viral conspiracy video by the YouTuber Debo-chan falsely claimed that mutilated bodies were found in Korea, leading to a criminal investigation.

2025-11-06

Korea Football Association begins war on fake news, files complaint with Seoul district court

The Korea Football Association (KFA) announced Wednesday that it will take a hard-line stance against fake news involving the national football team and the association.

2025-10-22

AI-generated videos of fake recycling regulations go viral

Claims that you could be fined up to 800,000 won ($560) for simply tossing out snack wrappers or pens are circulating on YouTube — but the government says they’re completely false.

2025-10-20

Wedding guests-for-hire cash in as Korean families put image over reality

Lee Da-jeong, 38, has a “compelling” side hustle — pretending to be the friend of a bride she's never met before at a wedding. She doesn’t do much heartfelt celebrating, but her role as a paid wedding guest earns her some extra cash on weekends.

2025-10-01

Stronger measures, more aggressive lawsuits needed to combat hoax bomb threats, experts say

Experts call for stronger legal measures against false bomb threats that are draining public funds by millions of won each time large-scale police responses are mobilized, including aggressive damage claims.

2025-08-31

Are we eroding press freedom by fighting fake news?

It is entirely possible — and necessary — to hold bad actors accountable without threatening the vital role of the media in a democratic society.

2025-08-21

Less than 50% of consumers who purchased counterfeit goods asked for refunds, report finds

More than half of consumers who unknowingly purchased counterfeit goods online did not ask for a refund, citing complicated procedures or the small amounts of money involved, according to a survey released Tuesday by the Korea Consumer Agency (KCA).

2025-08-19

셀틱 스타 양현준의 노리치 입단 헛소동

A social media frenzy kicked off Tuesday over a picture of Celtic winger Yang Hyun-jun in a Norwich shirt, seemingly signaling a move to England. But the photo was fake. The story was fake. And Yang appears to still be at home in Glasgow.

2025-07-28

The one where Celtic star Yang Hyun-jun signs with Norwich. But doesn't.

A social media frenzy kicked off Tuesday over a picture of Celtic winger Yang Hyun-jun in a Norwich shirt, seemingly signaling a move to England. But the photo was fake. The story was fake. And Yang appears to still be at home in Glasgow.

2025-07-23

Actor Shin Ae-ra denounces fake online rumors of her death

Korean actor Shin Ae-ra publicly denounced false online rumors about her death on Friday, describing them as “absurd” and “horrifying,” and urged the public not to fall for unverified claims.

2025-06-15