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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

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Second body found in Uiwang apartment fire unit

Death toll rises as investigators sift wreckage

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Constitutional Court and Supreme Court feud reignites

First retrial petition dismissed without review

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Samsung Biologics hit by first-ever full strike

Banners fly as historic walkout begins

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1,500 children race for charity in Incheon

Save the Children marathon draws huge turnout

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