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South China Morning Post
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- South China Morning Post
Family of South Korean lawyer killed in Tesla crash sues US carmaker, local subsidiary
The family of a lawyer who died in a 2020 Tesla Model X crash in Seoul has filed a lawsuit against Tesla's US headquarters and its South Korean subsidiary, alleging sudden unintended acceleration and vehicle defects. Lawyer Ha Jong-seon, representing the victim's family, held a press conference on Thursday and announced that a civil complaint had been filed with the Seoul Central District Court a day earlier. The case centres on a fatal accident that occurred on December 9, 2020, when a Tesla Model X crashed into the wall of an underground parking garage in Yongsan district, Seoul. At the time, the vehicle was being driven by a chauffeur, identified as Choi, while lawyer Yoon, a passenger in the car, was killed in the crash and ensuing fire. The family said that telematics data retrieved from the vehicle raises serious questions about the cause of the accident. According to the data, the accelerator pedal was allegedly pressed at 100 per cent displacement for six seconds, yet the vehicle's speed increased by only 39km/h (24mph) – from 55.84 to 94.95km/h – a discrepancy they argue indicates the driver may have been pressing the brakes instead. 'Normally, we would rely on Event Data Recorder (EDR) data in such cases, but the fire destroyed it on impact,' Ha said. 'However, this Tesla vehicle transmitted operational data via telematics to the company's server, allowing us to review the vehicle's speed and pedal input just before the crash.' 00:58 Chinese driver survives after her Tesla is sent flying, landing on parked cars Chinese driver survives after her Tesla is sent flying, landing on parked cars Ha added that the Tesla Model X in question is capable of accelerating from zero to 100km/h in 4.6 seconds. 'If the accelerator had really been fully pressed for six seconds, the car should have gone much faster. This inconsistency strongly suggests the driver was braking.'
Al Bawaba
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Al Bawaba
BTS's Jungkook faces home break-in attempt just hours after military discharge
ALBAWABA - BTS star Jungkook targeted in break-in after military return. In a troubling event, the police detained a woman who attempted to break into the home of BTS singer Jungkook in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, on the same day that he returned from his military service. This incident caused significant anxiety among fans of K-pop. At approximately 11:20 p.m. Korean Standard Time (KST) on June 11, a neighbor observed a woman tapping on the electronic license plate that was attached to Jungkook's door. This led to the incident being reported on Saturday, June 12. (L-R) Jungkook and Jimin of K-pop supergroup BTS (Photo by ANTHONY WALLACE / AFP) According to a statement released by the Yongsan Police Station, the woman, who is a Chinese national that is in her thirties, was taken into custody without delay for the crime of attempted trespassing, and further investigation is still ongoing. The timing of the event, which occurred on the same day that Jungkook was discharged from the military, is another factor that contributes to the unsettling nature of the situation. He had been a member of the 5th Army Artillery Brigade since December 2023, and he was released with the rank of sergeant shortly after his service ended. The incident surprised the public and sparked fears for his safety, especially considering that it is unknown whether he was at home at the time. Even though the K-pop star's followers were celebrating his return to civilian life, the public was shocked by the incident. The police are continuing their inquiries into the woman's reasons for attempting to break into the building. The investigation is also looking into whether or not she had attempted to get in touch with Jungkook in the past or had been following him in a suspicious manner. Authorities have not confirmed if this was part of a larger scheme or an isolated act. Fans expressed their anxiety for Jungkook and demanded that entertainment organizations take better security measures to protect artists, given the frequent occurrences of break-ins at celebrity houses in South Korea. After the news surfaced, a wave of concern and sympathy raced across social media, with fans expressing their concern and sympathy for Jungkook.
CNA
12-06-2025
- CNA
BTS fan arrested after attempting to break into singer Jungkook's Seoul home
A Chinese woman in her 30s has been arrested after attempting to break into the Seoul home of BTS star Jungkook, just hours after his discharge from mandatory military service on Wednesday (Jun 11). The incident occurred at approximately 11.20pm local time. According to South Korean media reports, the woman was reportedly seen repeatedly pressing the keypad door lock of Jungkook's residence, located in the Yongsan district of Seoul. Her suspicious behaviour was noticed by a local resident, who promptly alerted the authorities. She was subsequently detained at the scene by officers from the Yongsan Police Precinct. During questioning, the woman, who was unnamed, told the police that she had flown to South Korea specifically to see Jungkook. Police investigations regarding the incident are still ongoing. Earlier on Wednesday, Jungkook, together with groupmate Jimin, were discharged from military service. Dressed in their military uniform, they faced the waiting media and fans at South Korea's Yeoncheon county where Jungkook said, "Actually, it's been so long since I've been in front of cameras, and I didn't even put on makeup, so I'm a bit embarrassed. I don't know what to say.'
Malay Mail
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Obsessed fan tries to break into BTS star Jungkook's apartment hours after military discharge
SEOUL, June 12 — Just as BTS's golden maknae Jungkook wrapped up his 18-month military stint, he was thrust straight into a different kind of drama — one involving a late-night intruder, a fan with tunnel vision, and a front door she just couldn't crack. Yesterday, mere hours after Jungkook's official discharge from South Korea's Army, a Chinese woman in her 30s was caught red-handed trying to break into the singer's upscale apartment in Seoul's Yongsan district. The Korea Times, citing the police, reported that the woman was seen punching in random door codes around 11:20pm when a suspicious neighbour tipped off authorities. The woman reportedly confessed to flying to Korea with one mission: to see Jungkook in person after his military release. Instead, she ended up being arrested by Yongsan police on attempted housebreaking charges — and her run-in with the law is now under investigation. While the BTS member himself has not commented publicly, the incident has sparked a wave of concern among fans about idol safety and the continued problem of obsessive fan culture, even as military life for K-pop's biggest stars winds down. Jungkook, who enlisted in December 2023, had only just completed his service when the break-in attempt occurred — a jarring reminder that even in civilian life, the spotlight (and its shadows) follow close behind.
South China Morning Post
09-06-2025
- Politics
- South China Morning Post
South Korea's Lee faces security challenges in ambitious plan to relocate presidential office
As South Korean President Lee Jae-myung pushes ahead with his ambitious plan to relocate the presidential office back to the historic Cheong Wa Dae complex, questions are mounting over the feasibility of completing the move within his stated 100-day timeline, particularly amid burgeoning security concerns. Advertisement Experts are sounding the alarm, emphasising the critical need for meticulous preparations. They cite a new generation of security threats, from increasingly sophisticated drones to the evolving risks posed by artificial intelligence, which necessitate comprehensive defensive strategies that might challenge a rapid transition. The concern is that a hasty move could compromise national security and the safety of the president, potentially creating vulnerabilities in a volatile geopolitical landscape. Full-scale discussions on relocating the presidential office are under way, as the new administration launched a dedicated task force on the first day of Lee's term. Efforts to return the office to Cheong Wa Dae, also known as the Blue House, are rapidly gaining momentum. The task force is led by Lee Jung-do, former presidential secretary for general affairs under the Moon Jae-in administration. Cheong Wa Dae has been open to the public since May 2022, when former president Yoon Suk-yeol moved the presidential office to Yongsan. Since then, the former presidential compound has become a popular tourist destination for both domestic and international visitors. Currently, most of the complex – including the main building, the state guest house and the helicopter landing pad – remains fully accessible to the public. While the decision to return the presidential office to Cheong Wa Dae is now confirmed, officials are increasingly concerned that completing the relocation within the originally planned 100-day timeline may prove challenging due to complex security issues. Advertisement Lim Jong-in, a professor of information protection at Korea University, emphasised the need for the government to prepare for a wide range of advanced threats, particularly those involving emerging technologies such as drones and cyberattacks.
