South Korea’s fourth-quarter GDP fell short of estimates, growing at a six-quarter low of 1.2% year on year due to weakness in consumption and the construction sector. The economy also missed expectations on a quarter-on-quarter basis, expanding by just 0.1%. The Bank of Korea warned of downside risks to economic growth, with a subdued outlook for 2025 amidst ongoing political uncertainties and a sluggish construction sector.
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Prosecutors detail how Luigi Mangione allegedly surveilled CEO: ‘Checks every box’
Luigi Mangione surveilled United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson before allegedly shooting him in December 2024, as revealed by Manhattan prosecutors. Evidence from Mangione's diary indicates a premeditated motive against the healthcare industry, suggesting he initially considered a different target but ultimately chose Thompson, viewing him as a symbol of corporate greed. The prosecution is pursuing first-degree murder charges with a terrorism enhancement, citing the chilling effect on UHC employees and the intimidation of the healthcare...
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