Morning Wide: Today's Top News

1. Devastating Earthquake Scene... Death Toll Surges to 900 in Two Days

The death toll from the series of earthquakes in Venezuela has surpassed 900 in just two days. The United Nations estimates that more than 50,000 people are missing due to the disaster, suggesting that the number of casualties is expected to rise further.

2. Kim Keon-hee Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison for 'Buying and Selling Government Posts'... "All Charges Guilty"

Kim Keon-hee, who was indicted on charges of buying and selling government posts, has been sentenced to seven years in prison in the first trial. The court recognized nearly 300 million won in money and valuables as bribes for solicitation and strongly rebuked Kim for using her status as the First Lady as a means to pursue private interests.

3. Oil Price Ceiling Lowered by 150 Won... Gasoline Expected to Drop to 1,800 Won Range

The government is lowering the maximum price of petroleum by 150 won per liter starting today, June 27. This marks the first reduction since the introduction of the price ceiling system last March, and gas station prices are expected to fall into the 1,800 won range.

4. Senegal Crushes Iraq... South Korea Drops One Spot to 7th

In the North and Central American World Cup, Senegal defeated Iraq 3-0, moving up to 3rd place in the group, ahead of South Korea. The Hong Myung-bo squad has dropped to 7th place in the competition for 3rd-place teams, making advancement to the Round of 32 more difficult.
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