The Latest Breaking News from South Korea

Stellar Blade and Lies of P "really made developers in Korea take up the challenge for console games," says Shift Up technical director

"And we have Crimson Desert now as well"

GamesRadar · Aug 31

South Korea’s top court rules private ‘room cafes’ off-limits to minors

Supreme Court says enclosed booths fitted with televisions, mats and pillows create risk of sexual activity

The Independent UK · Aug 31

South Korea’s ‘moonies’ church leader sentenced to jail in former first lady bribery case

Han Hak Ja convicted over political funds and luxury gifts given to former first lady

The Independent UK · Aug 31

North Korea ousts defence minister in military reshuffle

North Korea's defense minister was dismissed in a military leadership reshuffle. Kim Jong Un oversaw structural reorganization plans decided during a recent meeting. The nation lauded scientists for their significant advances in defense technology. This leadership shuffle follows joint drills between South Korea and the United States. Trilateral exercises involving…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

Kim Jong UN shakes up North Korea’s military, dismisses defence minister No Kwang Chol

North Korea has shaken up its military hierarchy by removing the defense minister, a move approved by Kim Jong Un in a recent leadership meeting. This change mirrors advancements at the nation's weapons research center, which has introduced new combat weapon systems. As tensions rise, trilateral military drills involving South…

The Times of India · Aug 30

Women's Junior Asia Cup Hockey: India to open campaign against Korea

The Indian women's junior hockey team will begin their Asia Cup campaign against South Korea. The squad has completed extensive preparations under their new coach, Tim White. They previously played matches during an exposure tour in the United Kingdom. India will face Malaysia, Japan, and hosts China in subsequent group…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

In South Korea, it is illegal to travel to dangerous countries. Journalists say it’s making their work impossible

Penalties for travel to blacklisted countries have recently risen, while aid workers and activists say they have also been caught up in the law

The Guardian - AU · Aug 29

72-year-old South Korean man entered Japan on a 15-day visa, lived there for 33 years before being arrested

A 72-year-old South Korean man who entered Japan on a 15-day visa in 1993 is now facing arrest after allegedly remaining in the country for about 33 years. The man, identified in Japanese reports as Mun Jong-gi, entered Japan in September 1993 using his younger brother's passport, according to police.…

The Times of India · Aug 28

From Caravaggio to Korea: How Malta’s artists are breaking out of the baroque

The BEJN pavilion connects Malta and Korea through poetry, sacred ropes, festa traditions and sounds.

Euronews · Aug 28

South Korean man arrested in Japan for overstaying 15-day tourist visa by 26 years

The 72-year-old South Korean man came to Japan on 15-day tourist visa in 1993

The Independent UK · Aug 28