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The Indian princess who crossed the sea to become a Korean queen: A 2,000-year-old mystery still alive today

The story of an Indian princess believed to have become a Korean queen around 48 AD continues to fascinate readers even today. According to ancient tradition, a young woman known as Suriratna is said to have left her homeland in India and sailed across the sea to the Korean peninsula.…

The Times of India

Samsung Electronics and its South Korean union resume pay talks as strike risks loom

Samsung Electronics and its South Korean labour union will resume government-mediated pay talks on Monday in an effort to avoid a strike planned for Thursday. The talks come after an earlier round of negotiations over wages and bonuses collapsed at the world’s largest memory chipmaker.

The Economic Times

India missed out on AI and now its run as market darling may be over

India faces a significant setback as artificial intelligence reshapes global investments. The nation's stock market is nearing a fall from the world's top five. Unlike Taiwan and South Korea, India lacks AI-driven rallies. Global investors are now prioritizing chip manufacturing, computing infrastructure, and AI models. This shift leaves India behind…

The Economic Times

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North Korean women's soccer team arrives in South Korea for regional tournament

A total of 39 players and staff with North Korea’s Naegohyang Women’s FC arrived at Incheon International Airport, just west of Seoul, aboard a plane from China. They didn't make any comments, though some activists shouted “Welcome! Welcome!" and citizens used their mobile phones to film their arrival.

The Economic Times

Robot Buddhist monks march at South Korea’s Lotus Lantern Festival

Robot monks lead the Lotus Lantern Festival in South Korea, ahead of Buddha's birthday on 24 May.

The Independent UK

South Korea says it will pursue all options to avoid Samsung strike

South Korea's prime minister stated the government will explore all options, including emergency arbitration, to prevent a strike at Samsung Electronics, the nation's largest employer. Pay talks are set to resume with a mediator, as a strike could cause significant economic damage, with one day of suspension potentially costing 1…

The Economic Times

'We welcome you': North Korean women football team arrives in South for a rare match

North Korea's Naegohyang Women's FC arrived in South Korea for the Asian Champions League semi-finals, marking the first sports delegation visit in eight years. The team will face South Korea's Suwon FC Women, with high public interest despite ongoing political tensions between the two nations.

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North Korean footballers arrive in South in rare glimpse at citizens of secretive country

It is the first visit by athletes from the North in eight years

The Independent UK

Nuevo León courts South Korean World Cup fans as 'Pes-korea' buzzes near Monterrey

The government in Nuevo León, Mexico, is inviting South Korea fans to Monterrey for the World Cup

The Independent UK

North Korea-South Korea women’s football match sells out in hours

North Korean supporters unlikely to travel for match as they are generally barred from entering rival country

The Independent UK

Kospi Crash Explained: Why South Korea's red-hot stock market tumbled 6% after record rally

South Korea's stock market saw a dramatic fall on Friday. This happened after a massive rally pushed valuations to extreme levels. The market's dependence on a few AI chip companies became clear. Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, key players, experienced significant drops. This led to a broad index decline. Global…

The Economic Times

South Korea opens Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul with K-pop, AI shows and family fun

South Korea has opened the Galaxy Robot Park in Seoul, a robot-themed entertainment venue featuring humanoid boxing matches, K-pop dance shows and interactive AI attractions for children and families.

Euronews

Samsung shares crash 9% as labour strike raises fears of $20 billion profit hit

Samsung Electronics shares fell sharply on Friday as an escalating labour dispute and a looming 18-day strike raised fears of major disruption to chip production and deliveries. With JPMorgan estimating up to $21 billion in potential profit impact, investor anxiety has surged amid intensifying union demands and rising pressure on…

The Economic Times

Korean chipmakers face critical trade-offs over China exports post Trump-Xi talks

Korea's chip industry faces a dilemma as US-China talks on tech exports and rare earths unfold. While potential sales in China beckon, manufacturers worry about aiding rivals' advancement, especially concerning critical EUV lithography equipment. Easing tensions could boost Korean exports, but advanced tech access remains a key concern.

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks rise after AI rally spurs US gauges

Asian stocks climbed, mirroring Wall Street's record highs driven by the AI trade and robust US consumer resilience. Japan, South Korea, and Australia saw gains, with the MSCI Asia Pacific Index on track for its sixth weekly rise. Nvidia's rally fueled US trading, while Brent crude edged higher and the…

The Conversation

Depressed mice successfully treated with smart contact lenses that zap their brains – new study

Scientists in South Korea have developed experimental contact lenses designed to send electrical signals through the retina and into brain regions linked to mood. In mice, the technology appeared to improve depression-like behaviour.

The Guardian - AU

A-League grand final key to Melbourne City’s treble but Wellington are out to spoil party

After facing the Phoenix in the decider, the women’s premiers will jet off to Korea for their Asian Champions League semi-final

Euronews

Inside the Korean hotel training humanoid robots with cameras on workers’ hands

The project reflects South Korea’s wider ambition to turn its chip industry, manufacturing strength and industrial know-how into an edge in ‘physical AI’. But can it catch up in a field still dominated by the US and China?

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Seoul court orders North Korea's leader to pay compensation to Korean War POWs

Thursday's ruling was the third time former South Korean POWs have won damages against Kim and North Korea, according to local reports, although none has yet succeeded in collecting compensation.

Sports Illustrated

South Korea 2026 World Cup Preview: Taegeuk Warriors Leading the Asian Charge

South Korea is the most successful and consistent Asian nation in World Cup history. Can it live up to its reputation this summer?

The Economic Times

AI boom puts SK Hynix on the cusp of $1 trillion market value

South Korea is at the forefront of Asia's AI boom, with SK Hynix nearing a $1 trillion market value, following Samsung Electronics' recent milestone. Driven by surging AI demand for memory chips, SK Hynix shares have seen significant growth.

Caixin Global

Business Brief (May 14): Xi, Trump Kick Off Summit in Beijing

China and the U.S. hold trade talks in South Korea, A-shares rally

The Economic Times

Samsung Electronics urges union to resume talks as strike threat looms

Samsung's labour union has rejected a call to resume pay talks, demanding transparency in the company's bonus scheme. A threatened 18-day strike looms if demands aren't met, with the government urging both sides to negotiate to protect South Korea's vital chip export economy.

The Times of India

Johnny Somali appeal takes new turn after second petition filed against streamer

Johnny Somali faces escalating legal troubles in South Korea with a second victim petition demanding harsher punishment. Currently appealing a six-month labor sentence for deepfake charges, the streamer's situation is complicated by his lawyer reportedly withdrawing. Leaked letters from detention, where he claimed to be "having fun," have also drawn…

The Economic Times

India underperformed Korea by 180 percentage points; but the worst FII selling may be over, says Vikash Kumar Jain

India's stock market has lagged behind other Asian markets. This underperformance has made Indian stocks less expensive. Investor expectations are now lower. The market is positioned for potential gains if global risks decrease. Valuations are no longer stretched. The risk and reward for investors are now more balanced than in…

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