The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology's goal is to help people with paraplegics walk and live their daily lives.
South Korean researchers have developed a lightweight wearable robot gear that helps patients walk straight, maneuver obstacles, and climb staircases.
Park Jeong-su, a KAIST team member, said his inspiration comes from the movie "Iron Man". "After watching Iron Man, I thought it would be great if I could help people with a robot in real life."- He said.
The robot is installed with sensors on its soles, the upper body monitors 1,000 signals per second and senses the user's sudden movements.
Kim Seung-hwan won the gold medal in the exoskeleton category at Cybathlon 2024 while wearing the WalkON Suit F1, an event showcasing assistive robots for individuals with physical disabilities.
"I wanted to tell my son .... that I also used to walk. I wanted to share a diverse range of experiences with him," said Kim.
South Korean Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok departed for Washington on Tuesday to lead high-level trade negotiations with U.S. officials.
Lee Jae-myung, South Korea's leading presidential candidate, has vowed to eliminate the "Korea Discount" by reforming shareholder laws and boosting market value, aiming to double the stock index and win support from retail investors.
South Korea’s customs agency has uncovered a surge in efforts to falsely label foreign goods—mostly from China—as South Korean exports in an attempt to bypass steep U.S. tariffs introduced by President Donald Trump, officials said Monday.
South Korea’s former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who was ousted from office, appeared at the Seoul Central District Court on Tuesday to attend the second hearing in his ongoing criminal trial, where he faces serious charges of insurrection.
South Korea aims to delay new U.S. tariffs, prioritizing economic stability amid trade tensions. Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok emphasized the importance of reducing uncertainty for export industries, while ongoing talks with the U.S. seek a mutually beneficial resolution.
The Kremlin says negotiations with Ukraine remain possible, but only if Kyiv removes unspecified obstacles, leaving the path to diplomacy uncertain.
China has announced significant updates to its undergraduate curriculum by incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its academic offerings.
Following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88, the Catholic Church is preparing to elect his successor — a pontiff likely to reflect a more centrist or traditionally conservative vision, according to church analysts, according to the New York Post.
Hungary’s persistent attempts to undermine EU efforts in support of Ukraine have pushed member states to seriously consider invoking Article 7 of the EU treaty — the bloc’s most severe disciplinary tool, which could strip Budapest of its voting rights, The Guardian reports.
South Korean Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok departed for Washington on Tuesday to lead high-level trade negotiations with U.S. officials.
The Russian ruble has emerged as the top-performing currency globally in 2025, registering an impressive 38% appreciation against the US dollar since the beginning of the year, according to a report by Bloomberg.
The Holy Fire ceremony stands as one of Christianity's most enduring and mysterious rituals, drawing thousands of pilgrims to Jerusalem each year.
Pope Francis's relationship with Azerbaijan has evolved significantly over the years, characterized by diplomatic exchanges, promotion of religious tolerance, and peace advocacy in the Caucasus region.
Severe rainfall on April 17 led to flooding and landslides in the Piedmont region, prompting a large-scale emergency response from over 400 firefighters.
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A fresh Star Wars adventure is on the way, as Shawn Levy and Ryan Gosling officially introduce Star Wars: Starfighter, set to hit cinemas in May 2027.
In a country where hockey is sacred, Canadian politics has skated out of the way.
Mount Paektu, an active stratovolcano straddling the border of North Korea and China, has been officially designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark. This recognition, which marks North Korea’s first natural site on the prestigious list,highlights the mountain’s significant natural and cultural heritage.
Pope Francis has approved the first step towards sainthood for Antoni Gaudi, the modernist architect behind Barcelona's "Sagrada Familia" basilica, the Vatican said on Monday.
An all-female crew, including pop icon Katy Perry and other trailblazing women, safely returned to Earth after a historic Blue Origin spaceflight—the first all-female mission to reach space since 1963.
The Kremlin says negotiations with Ukraine remain possible, but only if Kyiv removes unspecified obstacles, leaving the path to diplomacy uncertain.
China has announced significant updates to its undergraduate curriculum by incorporating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its academic offerings.
Following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88, the Catholic Church is preparing to elect his successor — a pontiff likely to reflect a more centrist or traditionally conservative vision, according to church analysts, according to the New York Post.
Hungary’s persistent attempts to undermine EU efforts in support of Ukraine have pushed member states to seriously consider invoking Article 7 of the EU treaty — the bloc’s most severe disciplinary tool, which could strip Budapest of its voting rights, The Guardian reports.
South Korean Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok departed for Washington on Tuesday to lead high-level trade negotiations with U.S. officials.
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