Society
Family of five poisoned by carbon monoxide and 4 more Society stories you can't miss this week
May 3, 2026
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From a family CO poisoning in Wanju to a fatal apartment fire in Uiwang, here are this week's must-read society stories.
Korea's society desk had a heavy week. We've curated the five stories shaping public conversation, from tragedies to institutional clashes.

Family of five poisoned by carbon monoxide in Wanju
One critical, four injured in chilling incident

Second body found in Uiwang apartment fire unit
Death toll rises as investigators sift wreckage

Constitutional Court and Supreme Court feud reignites
First retrial petition dismissed without review

Samsung Biologics hit by first-ever full strike
Banners fly as historic walkout begins

1,500 children race for charity in Incheon
Save the Children marathon draws huge turnout
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