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“Chris, that’s not how it goes”: Chris Martin does his best Bruno Mars impression as Rosé joins Coldplay on stage to perform APT in South Korea

They enjoyed themselves so much they played it twice

MusicRadar

Luminous by Silvia Park review – a major new voice in SF

From humans with robotic body parts to robots with human emotions, a vibrant debut set in a unified Korea examines what it means to be a person

The Guardian - UK

Toss founder Lee Seung-gun—onetime dentist, now Korea’s fintech maven—talks super apps, ‘rubbish ideas,’ and IPO plans ‘in the near future’

Lee Seung-gun’s fintech platform, Toss, now boasts a user base equal to more than half of South Korea’s population.

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The Galaxy S23 is now picking up the stable One UI 7 (Android 15) update

The One UI 7 party just started for the Galaxy S23 crew.

Android Central

Rice crisis: Japan imports grain from South Korea for first time in more than 25 years

Japanese consumers who used to treat foreign-grown rice with scepticism have been forced to develop a taste for it amid domestic shortage

The Guardian - AU

American shoppers scramble for K-beauty essentials as tariffs hit South Korea

US imported £1.43bn worth of South Korean cosmetics in 2023

The Independent UK

South Korea Ex-president Back In Court For Criminal Trial

South Korea's former president Yoon Suk Yeol appeared in court Monday for the second hearing of his criminal trial to defend himself against insurrection charges over his short-lived declaration of martial law.

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80 years after atomic bombs devastated Japan, Donald Trump’s actions risk nuclear proliferation

The policy of every American president since Harry S. Truman has been to limit the proliferation of nuclear weapons.

The Conversation

Youn Yuh-jung Poured Her Heart Into 'The Wedding Banquet'

The Oscar winner shares why the LGBTQ+ rom-com hit close to home and the message she hopes it sends to ''conservative'' Koreans.

Marie Claire

Hyundai Pausing EV Production At Home Due To Slow Demand: Report

Hyundai Motor will temporarily halt the production of the all-electric Ioniq 5 and Kona models at its Ulsan complex in South Korea, according to the Yonhap news agency citing unnamed industry sources.

InsideEVs

North Korea issues threat after US flies long-range bombers over South

Pyongyang claims the routine joint drills are rehearsals for an invasion

The Independent UK

Samsung rolls out April update for Galaxy S25 series with Now Bar enhancements

Samsung released an April update for its Galaxy S25 series, focusing on improvements in camera, charging, and software stability. It is currently available in Korea.

Android Central

Pacific threatened by cooperation between China, North Korea and Russia says US commander

According to the South Korean military, North Korea has also deployed thousands of troops to support Russian forces in the war against Ukraine.

Euronews

Johnny Somali Faces Sentencing in South Korea Over Child Sexual Harassment Allegations

Johnny Somali faces sentencing in South Korea for child sexual harassment and more following a series of offensive livestreams that sparked public outrage.

International Business Times UK

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Which companies will be impacted by Trump’s semiconductor tariffs?

Companies such as Taiwan’s TSMC and South Korea’s Samsung Electronics may be particularly hit by upcoming US semiconductor tariffs.

Euronews

South Korea to boost chip industry support in face of Trump's tariffs

South Korea said on Tuesday it will expand its financial support package for its crucial semiconductor industry to 33 trillion won (about €22.43 million) as part of efforts to address uncertainties posed by the Trump administration’s tariff hikes.

The Independent UK

South Korea ignored repeated bird strike warnings before Jeju Air disaster

Report says authorities knew of Muan airport facing high risk of bird strikes years before 179 people died in crash

The Independent UK

South Korea to boost support of semiconductor industry in the face of Trump's tariffs

South Korea on Tuesday said it will expand its financial support package for its crucial semiconductor industry to about $23 billion in part of efforts to address uncertainties posed by the Trump administration’s tariff hikes

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The Guardian - US

US social security administration accuses Biden of lying in speech – as it happened

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The Independent UK

US flies long-range bomber plane in drill against North Korea’s nuclear threat

US flies its B-1B bombers along with South Korea’s F-15 and F-16 fighter jets days after North Korean leader’s warning

International Business Times

S. Korea Plans Extra $4.9 Bn Help For Chips Amid US Tariff Anxiety

South Korea on Tuesday announced plans to invest almost $5 billion extra in the country's semiconductor industry, citing "growing uncertainty" over US tariffs.

International Business Times

S. Korea Govt Plans $4.9 Bn More Help For Semiconductors As US Tariff Risk Bites

South Korea on Tuesday announced plans to invest an additional $4.9 billion in the country's semiconductor industry, citing "growing uncertainty" over US tariffs.

The Independent UK

Yoon's trial on rebellion charges opens in South Korea. Here's what to know

South Korea's ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol has appeared at his criminal trial on rebellion charges

Evening Standard

Best Korean cushion foundations

Korean cushion foundations are known for their lightweight, buildable coverage and skincare benefits

InsideEVs

Hyundai Quietly Starts Work On Its Own EV Batteries: Report

The Hyundai Motor Group is planning to develop and manufacture its own electric vehicle battery cells amid growing concerns of falling behind in the battery race, according to a local news report from South Korea. The decision was reportedly made after Chinese EV and battery giant BYD showcased its megawatt…

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