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News18
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
NewJeans To Pay Hefty Fine For Taking Up Activities Without ADOR's Permission
Last Updated: The court gave the ruling to keep the contract between the agency and NJZ as it is, and to prevent the group from signing separate advertisement contracts. South Korean girl group NJZ (formerly NewJeans) has locked horns with ADOR since November last year over its contract with the agency. In a new update regarding the ongoing legal battle between both parties, a South Korean court has ruled that the quintet, comprising Minji, Hanni, Danielle, Haerin, and Hyein, cannot take part in any independent activities without the permission of ADOR or court orders. On Friday, May 30, Koreaboo reported that the 52nd Civil Affairs Department of the Seoul Central District Court partially approved ADOR's request for an injunction. This was done to keep the contract between the agency and NJZ as it is, and to prevent the group from signing separate advertisement contracts. As per the ruling, the quintet would require ADOR's permission until the court decides whether the contract between them stands valid or not. This decision also means that each of the five members of NJZ is not allowed to take up any projects independently or through any third parties, including music or advertisements, until a final ruling is made about their contract dispute with ADOR. If any of the members break this rule, they could be fined a huge amount. They would need to pay 1 billion KRW (approx. $730,000 or Rs 6.24 crore) to ADOR per violation. NJZ would also be required to pay the legal fees per application if they ever violate the judgment. 'The debtor, NJZ, must not engage in entertainment activities independently or through a third party without ADOR's prior approval or consent until the first trial verdict on the contract's validity is announced," said the court. The new approval comes over two months after the Seoul Central District Court, on March 21, accepted the injunction made by ADOR, giving them the liberty to prevent the quintet from carrying out independent activities. The judgment on the injunction was also expanded to prohibit the five members from engaging in any entertainment activities, such as writing, composing, and singing independently. Moreover, when the quintet challenged the judgment, the court rejected their objection in April. Besides the injunctions, the legal battle between NJZ and ADOR continues. Last year, when the girl group announced its sudden departure from the agency, ADOR initiated legal proceedings to confirm the validity of its contract. The next court hearing, where both sides will present their arguments, is set to take place on June 5. First Published:
Korea Herald
4 days ago
- Politics
- Korea Herald
‘Captain America' Yoon supporter gets 1 1/2 years for embassy break-in attempt
A 'Captain America' cosplayer, surnamed Ahn, has been sentenced to 1 1/2 years in prison for attempting to break into the Chinese Embassy in mid-February. The Seoul Central District Court on Wednesday handed down the sentence on account of the attempted trespassing, destruction of public property and defamation. The 42-year-old defendant, a supporter of the former President Yoon Suk Yeol, was also convicted of breaking the glass gate of the Seoul Namdaemun Police Station, swearing at a police officer and creating a fake US military ID. 'The defendant has admitted to all charges. Based on the evidence presented, the court finds all charges to be proven guilty,' the court said in its verdict on Wednesday. 'The defendant committed the offenses with the intent of drawing public attention in order to achieve personal and political objectives. A stern punishment is inevitable to uphold respect for public authority.' The court also stated that it recognized the fact that the defendant acknowledged responsibility for the criminal offenses, deposited 1 million won for the victimized police officer and personally paid for the damage he caused at the police station. Ahn was arrested and detained on Feb. 22. The Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office referred Ahn to criminal trial in March. While Ahn pleaded for leniency in sentencing by explaining that the embassy break-in attempt was a performance to deliver a political message and not to cause damage or harm to individuals, the prosecutors asked for a three-year prison sentence.
Korea Herald
5 days ago
- Korea Herald
Alleged bully behind death of MBC's Oh Yoanna faces civil suit
Bereaved family of late former weather presenter seeks civil compensation, frustrated by legal loophole preventing punishment of perpetrators The civil lawsuit related to the death of Oh Yoanna, formerly a weathercaster for broadcasting station MBC, is slated to resume in July, against a colleague pinpointed as having bullied her. Local media reported Tuesday that the Seoul Central District Court will hold a hearing on July 22 in the compensation case filed by the bereaved family of Oh. The sentencing hearing was originally scheduled for March 27, but was postponed after the defendant — who had previously failed to respond to the court proceedings — submitted documents indicating she had hired legal representation. Oh passed away last September at the age of 28. In 17 pages of notes written by the deceased, Oh had specified how she had been harassed at work. Four individuals were identified by local media as alleged perpetrators. Oh's family later clarified that one of the four had been a bystander, not an active participant in the bullying. The Ministry of Employment and Labor's investigation concluded earlier this month that there had been incidents of harassment against the deceased by her colleagues. However, it noted that this did not legally constitute workplace harassment as defined by the Labor Standards Act, because weathercasters by law are not recognized as 'workers.' The ministry stated that it is not subject to criminal punishment or administrative fines as the Labor Standards Act does not apply to the vocation of Oh and her colleagues, adding that MBC is responsible for conducting an independent investigation and pursuing punitive actions for those responsible. The bereaved family expressed regret over the government's conclusion. "(Oh) did all that MBC told her to do, and the Labor Ministry says she's not a worker. Did the ministry make this decision not to get on MBC's nerves? How can it reach a decision that tears apart the bereaved family? Did they even properly investigate?" said Jang Mi-yeong, Oh's mother, about the ministry's announcement. MBC expressed its condolences to Oh and her family after the ministry released its statement, and dismissed one of the alleged bullies from her post.
Korea Herald
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Korea Herald
Court rejects arrest warrant for reporter behind '99 Chinese spies' article
A Seoul court on Wednesday rejected an arrest warrant for a reporter accused of writing a false article on the apprehension of 99 Chinese spies during former President Yoon Suk Yeol's imposition of martial law. The Seoul Central District Court said it rejected the warrant for the reporter, surnamed Heo, of online outlet SkyeDaily as it was "difficult to recognize the need or validity for arresting the suspect at this stage." Heo is accused of obstructing the National Election Commission (NEC)'s official duties by publishing a false article on Jan. 16 that 99 Chinese spies were captured at an NEC facility on Dec. 3, after Yoon declared martial law, and transported to a U.S. base in Japan's Okinawa, where they confessed to charges of election interference. The NEC said the article was "clearly false" and requested an investigation by the police.
Korea Herald
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Korea Herald
CIO opens investigation into hostess bar allegations against judge
The state anti-corruption agency said Tuesday it has opened an investigation into allegations that the presiding judge for former President Yoon Suk Yeol's insurrection trial was treated to multiple visits to an expensive hostess bar. The Corruption Investigation Office for High-ranking Officials said it assigned the case to Investigation Unit 3 upon receiving a complaint from several civic groups alleging bribery and anti-graft law violations by Judge Jee Kui-youn of the Seoul Central District Court. Jee has been accused by the liberal Democratic Party of visiting a hostess bar in Seoul's affluent district of Gangnam without paying the cost of 1 million won ($718) to 2 million won per person. The judge addressed the allegations for the first time Monday, saying during Yoon's trial that he has never considered being treated at such places and his typical meal consists of "samgyeopsal" and soju, a reference to the Korean pork belly and rice wine that symbolize the food of commoners. The DP immediately disclosed what it said were photos showing the similarities of a high-end hostess bar's interior and the surroundings in a picture where Jee posed with two other people. The party called for his removal from the bench. In March, Jee was the judge responsible for canceling Yoon's arrest over his martial law bid. The CIO's Investigation Unit 3 is also looking into allegations he abused his power in delivering that ruling. (Yonhap)
