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The Latest Breaking News from South Korea

Police arrest South Korean man accused of murdering girlfriend in Tokyo

Park Yongjun, 30, was detained at Haneda airport near Tokyo

The Independent UK

North Korea’s hidden wildlife trade: new research reveals state involvement

North Korea is notorious for its illicit trade in weapons and narcotics. But a new investigation that I conducted with colleagues in the UK and Norway reveals a new concern: the illegal trade in wildlife, including species supposedly protected by North Korea’s own laws.

The Conversation

South Korean health authorities debunk viral claim linking alcohol to weight loss

A social media post misattributed a supposed weight‑loss benefit to moderate drinking

The Independent UK

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Japan and South Korea record hottest summers in history

Record temperatures come amid scientists’ warnings that climate change is causing more frequent extreme weather events.

Al Jazeera

Japan, South Korea Had Hottest Summer On Record In 2025

Japan and South Korea sweltered this year through the hottest summers since records began, their weather agencies said Monday.

International Business Times

'I Felt Like A Dead Person,' Former Goldman Sachs Banker Said Before Leaving U.S. To Build A Startup In Seoul

Tyger Cho graduated from Stanford University in 2019 with an economics degree and a plan to climb the investment ladder. Yet, four years later, after stints at Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS), a startup, and an insurance firm, he moved to South Korea to launch a business for the Korean diaspora, Business…

Benzinga

Shock Recall in Mexico’s 25-Player Roster for September International Friendlies

El Tri will play friendly matches vs. Japan and South Korea.

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Gangnam Style star Psy issues apology after arrest over prescription drugs

South Korean rapper is under investigation over allegations he sent a proxy to pick up his prescription drugs

The Independent UK

President Trump reignites 'digital barriers' issue warning that Washington would impose tariffs on countries that 'harm US IT companies' — South Korea concerned it is vulnerable

Trump's threats of tariffs and export controls on digital barriers have got South Korean officials worried.

Tom’s Hardware

South Korea records over 10 million one-person households – what this means for its ageing population

These numbers are a first for the country and reflect the the country’s low birth and marriage rates

The Independent UK

Son Heung-min fever mounts in LA’s Koreatown as home debut approaches

On the eve of his home debut, residents of Los Angeles’ Koreatown neighborhood describe a community abuzz over the ex-Premier League star

The Guardian - US

South Korea's Ex-first Lady Indicted For Bribery

The wife of jailed former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was indicted Friday on charges including bribery, stock-market rigging, and accepting luxury gifts worth more than $50,000, a special prosecution team said.

International Business Times

South Korea indicts former first lady for bribery, ex-PM over martial law

Former prime minister and the wife of ex-president Yoon Suk-yeol both indicted on separate charges on the same day.

Al Jazeera

South Korea indicts former first lady Kim Keon Hee on criminal charges

South Korean special prosecutors indict wife of jailed ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol and former prime minister Han Duck Soo on criminal charges

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Trade minister visiting Japan and South Korea to boost economic ties

Douglas Alexander will deliver a speech at the Pacific Future Forum in Tokyo and meet with the Korea trade minister to discuss a free trade agreement.

Geekflare

YouTube’s ‘Hype’ Feature Goes Global to Support Small Creators

YouTube is finally rolling out its new "Hype" feature across the globe. It is now available in 39 countries, including the U.S., U.K., Japan, Korea,

InsideEVs

Hyundai Puts Another $5 Billion Into U.S. Manufacturing

After a summit between the U.S. and South Korea, Hyundai is doubling down on its commitment to the U.S. Plus, Waymo is landing in New York City.

The Independent UK

Another country bans mobile phones in school classrooms

South Korea has become the latest country to restrict the use of smartphones and social media among minors

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The Independent UK

Woman seeks compensation from South Korea over her forced adoption to France in 1984

A South Korean woman adopted to France in 1984 without her parents' consent is seeks compensation from South Korea's government

International Business Times UK

Who Is Song Da Eun? BTS Jimin's Rumoured Girlfriend - Age, Instagram And Private Videos That Angered 'Armies'

Song Da-eun, South Korean actress, faces backlash after a deleted TikTok sparked fresh rumours of a romance with BTS's Jimin, angering parts of the ARMY fanbase.

Al Jazeera

North Korea blasts South Korea’s Lee as ‘confrontation maniac’

State media hits out at South Korean leader following speech on nuclear disarmament and security alliance with US.

Sports Illustrated

USMNT September Friendlies Roster: Full List of Players to Face South Korea, Japan

Christian Pulisic is back in the squad after missing out on the summer Gold Cup tournament.

Benzinga

South Korea's Lee Joins Trump In Push To Revitalize US Shipbuilding— 'Facilities Are Old...There's A Shortage Of...'

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has pledged to revitalize the U.S. shipbuilding industry during his official visit to the United States.

The Independent UK

How South Korea’s president prepared for White House visit

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The Independent UK

South Korean president says he avoided ‘Zelensky moment’ in White House because he read Trump’s book

Lee Jae Myung says first meeting with Donald Trump turned out well ‘beyond my expectations’

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