Morning Wide: Today's Top News

1. Three Mega Projects Unveiled: 800 Trillion Won Semiconductor Investment in Honam Region

Samsung and SK have announced a 4,755 trillion won investment plan to foster the AI industry as a key future growth engine. In particular, they have decided to invest 800 trillion won in the Honam region to build four new semiconductor plants.

2. Former Manager Hong Myung-bo Returns Home; Brazil Beats Japan to Reach Round of 16

Former manager Hong Myung-bo, who resigned to take responsibility for the team's elimination from the World Cup group stage, and some of the national team players returned to Korea early this morning (June 30). Brazil secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Japan to advance to the Round of 16.

3. Trump Claims Meeting on the 30th; Iran Says "No Such Plan"

U.S. President Trump claimed that a meeting would be held today at Iran's request. Iran denied the claim, stating that there will be no negotiations with the U.S. for the time being.

4. Death Toll Exceeds 1,700; Another 4.6-Magnitude Aftershock Hits

In Venezuela, six days after the earthquake, the death toll has surpassed 1,700. With a 4.6-magnitude aftershock following, concerns over additional damage are growing.
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