The Latest Breaking News from South Korea

South Korean police officer accused of running over woman she was sent to help

The officer reportedly explained that she ’did not properly see the woman’ as the streets were dark

The Independent UK · Jul 3

Rescued bile bears released in Denmark forest

Six rescued Asiatic black bears from South Korea start a new life in Denmark’s Knuthenborg Safaripark after an international rescue operation.

Euronews · Jul 3

In 1998, South Korea urged people to save the country from bankruptcy. Millions lined up with gold wedding rings and baby bracelets, raising $2.1 billion in just four months

In January 1998, millions of ordinary South Koreans voluntarily donated gold, including wedding rings and baby bracelets, to help their nation repay a massive IMF debt. This unprecedented public drive, inspired by historical acts of sacrifice, saw over 3.5 million citizens participate, contributing 227 metric tonnes of gold.

The Economic Times · Jul 3

SK hynix to invest $712.5 billion in South Korean operations — Cheongju NAND expansion, Yongin Semiconductor Cluster for DRAM detailed

SK hynix announces major plan to spend $712.5 billion in its operations in South Korea, but the only detailed investments are spendings on a new NAND fab and a packaging facility.

Tom’s Hardware · Jul 2

Vietnam’s population hit the 100 million milestone. Where’s it headed?

The population of Vietnam reached the 100 million mark in 2023. Fifty years ago, in 1976, when it was reunified as the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the country had fewer than half as many inhabitants (46 million). A hundred years ago, it had only one sixth as many (16 million)…

The Conversation · Jul 2

Death threats and presidential condemnation: Explaining the anger over South Korea’s World Cup exit

South Korea's World Cup came to an end last weekend, but the nation's anger continues to boil over, threatening to bring the culture of football into further disrepute. And expose a corruption case.

Euronews · Jul 2

South Korea disputes US congressional report claiming discrimination against Seattle-based Coupang

South Korea’s government has disputed a U.S. congressional report accusing Seoul of discriminating against Coupang

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Hong Myung-bo Quits as South Korea Coach After President Lee Jae Myung's 'Incompetent People' Remark

Hong Myung-bo resigned as South Korea coach after President Lee Jae Myung criticised football leadership following the team's 2026 World Cup exit

International Business Times UK · Jul 2

'Spit Out Your Salary!': South Korea Coach Hong Myung-bo Booed at Airport After FIFA World Cup 2026 Exit

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo was met with boos and chants of 'Spit Out Your Salary!' as the national team returned home following its FIFA World Cup 2026 exit.

International Business Times UK · Jul 2

From grief support to robot cafes & marriage prospects: How AI is transforming daily life in South Korea

South Korea is rapidly integrating AI and robotics into daily life, from recreating deceased loved ones to powering unstaffed businesses. This surge is driven by an aging population and a national strategy to become a global AI leader, with massive investments in chips and robotics. The AI boom is also…

The Times of India · Jul 2