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Japan, South Korea markets hit records on hopes for a winding down of the Iran war

Markets in Japan and South Korea have hit fresh records as Asian shares advanced on expectations the U.S. and Iran will agree to extend the ceasefire in their war by 60 days

AAP

From K-pop to K-glow: Lasers, facial firming drive South Korea's new tourism wave

South Korea is attracting a growing number of foreign visitors for advanced skincare treatments. Tourists are spending more on medical services than on traditional tourism. The country's expertise and competitive pricing make it a top destination for beauty procedures. Many clinics offer treatments not available elsewhere. This trend is boosting…

The Economic Times

51 Chaotic Memes That Prove K-Pop Fans Are The Most Unhinged Bunch On The Internet

If you're not a K-Pop fan, the words BTS, Blackpink, Stray Kids, oppa, stan LOONA, and chingoo probably mean nothing to you. They might even scare you into thinking that the person who uttered them is having a stroke. Yet, they all make perfect sense to K-Pop fans, and these…

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Equity mutual funds deliver up to 17% return in May led by international funds. Should you go global?

Equity mutual funds saw strong performance in May, with returns reaching up to 17%. International funds led the gains, driven by markets like the US, Korea, and Taiwan. While global diversification is beneficial, experts advise caution due to high valuations. Investors should consider a systematic investment plan for global exposure,…

The Economic Times

Samsung AI Chip Workers Secure Massive Bonuses After Strike Threat In South Korea

Samsung Electronics workers in South Korea voted to approve a major compensation agreement tied to the company's booming AI semiconductor business after threatening to conduct a strike.

International Business Times

CEPA upgrade talks: India, South Korea agree to address widening trade deficit

India and South Korea will work to reduce the trade gap. Both nations will form special groups to boost cooperation in digital trade, supply chains, and industries. This comes as part of efforts to upgrade their economic partnership. The goal is to increase trade significantly by 2030. Discussions also covered…

The Economic Times

Reinventing the hero narrative

It is not often that we get the chance to witness superhero content or speculative stories told from an Asian perspective. However, when such a project does emerge, it frequently presents a unique and entirely different viewpoint from Western media. We saw a prime example of this last year with…

Bangkok Post

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Call of controversy? Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 imagines a revived Korean war

Infinity Ward’s new game in the storied shooter genre embraces change with a potentially controversial real-world setting

The Guardian - UK

DeChambeau makes flying start to share LIV lead

Bryson DeChambeau and Charles Howell III renewed their Korean rivalries to share the lead in Busan with Aussie hope Cameron Smith two shots behind.

AAP

Modern Warfare 4’s campaign features a disturbingly possible Korean-themed conflict—and emo Captain Price

It could happen at any time.

Destructoid

Photronics Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Photronics (NASDAQ:PLAB) reported fiscal second-quarter 2026 revenue that was roughly flat from a year earlier, as strength in its display photomask business offset a decline in integrated circuit revenue tied to delayed semiconductor design releases. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer George Mac

MarketBeat

Call of Duty is live with a cryptic broadcast — could a reveal for this year's game be incoming?

An unusual and unannounced broadcast of a Korean city in the wake of an attack has taken over the official Call of Duty YouTube channel.

Windows Central

How a looming Samsung AI workers’ strike in Korea led to €350,000 bonuses

Samsung is only the second company known to strike a profit-sharing agreement with AI workers, according to local reporting.

Euronews

Rumored Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 reveal seems imminent as official stream teases leaked Korean setting

The setting was leaked a year ago, and it appears we just got our first look at it

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The Independent UK

Chinese dissident detained in South Korea after sailing for 30 hours in rubber boat

Dong Guangping, 68, is making a fourth attempt to join his family in Canada

AAP

Daniel Dae Kim explores the phenomenal rise of the K-beauty industry in CNN Original Series K-Everything

HONG KONG, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- South Korea has become a global cosmetics hub, with legions of fans aspiring to look like their flawless K-celebrity idols. In this episode of K-Everything, Daniel Dae Kim digs beneath the surface to learn why the desire to focus on appearance is deeply…

International Business Times UK

World War 3 Fears: Kim Jong Un Tests AI-Controlled Weapons Aimed at 'Complete Collapse' of Rivals

North Korea's AI-controlled missile tests, overseen by Kim Jong Un, have heightened fears of World War Three. The drills showcased advanced weaponry amid rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula.

Sports Illustrated

'Is that allowed?': LIV Golf Team Makes Controversial, Mid-Season Roster Move

Korean Golf Club is moving on from Danny Lee, who will move into a wild card position for the rest of this season.

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The Independent UK

South Korean vessel ‘likely hit by Iranian missile’ in Strait of Hormuz

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AI era: Chipmakers Micron and SK Hynix join the elite $1 trillion market cap club

The global AI boom has transformed the semiconductor industry, pushing Micron and SK Hynix past the $1 trillion market value mark. Surging demand for AI memory chips, supply shortages and massive data centre investments have sparked strong rallies across Asian and US technology and semiconductor stocks.

The Economic Times

Iranian missile likely involved in attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz, South Korea says

South Korea's Foreign Ministry stated an Iranian anti-ship missile was likely involved in an attack on a HMM cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Debris analysis revealed components similar to Iranian-made turbojet engines and warheads resembling Iranian missiles. Iran's ambassador denied any involvement in the incident.

The Independent UK

South Korea says ship attacked in Strait of Hormuz likely hit by Iranian missile

The ship named Namu was attacked twice on May 4

Bangkok Post

Samsung union approves deal for massive bonuses

Thousands of workers eligible for B12 million each from huge AI profits

Golf Monthly

Paul Casey Becomes Latest Big Name Withdrawal From LIV Golf Korea

Paul Casey has pulled out of LIV Golf Korea due to a wrist injury, with his spot in Bryson DeChambeau's Crushers team filled by Travis Smyth

Euronews

Memory chip giants SK Hynix and Micron cross $1tn valuation amid AI mania

South Korea's SK Hynix and US chipmaker Micron both surpassed $1 trillion (€860bn) in market capitalisation within 24 hours of each other. Seoul's KOSPI index also hit an all-time high as AI continues to reshape markets.

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