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Don’t be scared of acid exfoliants – they can be gentler and better than scrubs

The influence of South Korea’s wildly popular milky toners – which focus on hydration and skin barrier protection – can be seen in a new crop of exfoliants

The Guardian - UK

AI boom: Global stock market order shuffles as Taiwan, South Korea overtake Western giants

Asian markets are making waves. South Korea's Kospi and Taiwan's stock market have surged, driven by the AI boom. These markets are now outperforming many Western exchanges. Investors are watching closely as capital shifts towards these AI-focused economies. This new global stock market order presents exciting opportunities and potential risks.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Hong Kong IPO boom draws rising interest from overseas companies

Hong Kong's stock market is seeing more foreign companies file for listings. Firms from countries like Indonesia and South Korea are exploring fundraising. This trend signals a shift, making Hong Kong a broader international hub. High-profile deals are expected to boost its appeal. Global firms are increasingly looking to Asia…

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Samsung union says to embark on 48,000-strong strike on Thursday after impasse on bonuses

Samsung Electronics workers plan a major strike on Thursday. Talks over bonus payments have stalled. This action could disrupt South Korea's economy and global chip supplies. Discussions resumed with government mediation. Samsung cites unacceptable union demands. The strike involves 48,000 workers, 38% of its domestic workforce. This could affect economic…

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South Korean labour minister to mediate talks as Samsung faces strike threat

South Korea's labour minister will personally mediate talks between ‌Samsung ⁠Electronics and ‌its South Korean ⁠union, the ministry announced Thursday after the union threatened a strike following the collapse of talks on bonus payouts.

France 24

Samsung strike to disrupt supply of semiconductors

Nearly 50,000 Samsung workers in South Korea are poised to walk off the job for a ‌long strike that threatens to disrupt the global supply of semiconductors.

AAP

Ballet kicks off Korea Season 2026

The Korean Cultural Center presents GAT, a creative ballet, at Siam Pic-Ganesha Theatre, 7th floor of Siam Square One, Rama I Road, on Saturday at 6pm.

Bangkok Post

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You have been eating plastic for years; this fermented Korean food might finally help you fight back

South Korea kimchi research benefits: Scientists have discovered a special bacterium in kimchi. This tiny microbe can attach to nanoplastics inside the human intestine. It then helps the body remove these plastic particles through waste. This finding offers a new biological approach to tackle plastic pollution's impact on public health.

The Economic Times

Starbucks Korea dismisses CEO over controversial campaign

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The Independent UK

Starbucks Korea fires CEO after ‘Tank Day’ campaign sparks fury over dictatorship-era massacre

President Lee Jae Myung condemns ad campaign as ‘bottom-feeding behaviour from these low-class peddlers’

The Independent UK

Elon Musk loses his court battle against Sam Altman's OpenAI, but vows to keep fighting

A California court ruled on Monday that Elon Musk has waited too long to file a lawsuit against OpenAI's leadership accusing them of misleading the public about their plans to transform the once charity into a for-profit entity. Also in the business news this Tuesday, Standard Chartered cuts thousands of…

France 24

Gravity-defying Korean stock boom sparks wild Rolex, Bentley luxury shopping spree

South Korea's Kospi market surge has fueled a luxury goods boom, with teenagers and young adults leading the spending spree. Pent-up consumer desire, coupled with limited real estate and overseas travel options, is driving this trend. However, concerns remain about potential consumption contraction if the market declines.

The Economic Times

S.Korea and Japan pledge stronger energy, security ties

Energy disruptions from the Iran war have been top of the agenda for Japan and South Korean leaders who agreed to work more closely to stabilise fuel supplies.

AAP

Japanese prime minister travels to meet South Korea president for second leg of hometown summits

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are set to hold their fourth meeting in about six months

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Samsung, labour union meet again as Seoul threatens to intervene to block strike

Samsung Electronics and its labor union are in crucial government-led talks. The aim is to resolve a dispute over pay and bonuses. A strike by 45,000 workers could disrupt global chip production. South Korea's prime minister has threatened emergency intervention. The company's shares fell amid the uncertainty. The union demands…

The Guardian - UK

Starbucks Korea CEO dismissed over ad evoking massacre of pro-democracy protesters

‘Tank Day’ event causes outrage with ‘malicious mockery’ of deadly crackdown during dictatorship era

The Independent UK

Korean drama Perfect Crown faces backlash over scene accused of undermining sovereignty

Producers say disputed scene will be revised for future broadcasts and streaming releases

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Epiphone announces its first ever signature guitar for a Korean artist

Lee Seung Yoon is making history with the Epiphone LSY-200 Studio EC acoustic-electric

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Rajnath Singh embarks on 4-day trip to Vietnam and South Korea

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is on a four-day visit to Vietnam and South Korea to bolster strategic defence cooperation, including joint production of military hardware. The trip aims to strengthen defence industrial partnerships, enhance maritime collaboration, and promote peace in the Indo-Pacific region. Discussions will also cover the South China…

Euronews

North Korea's Kim calls on military to bolster frontline defences against 'arch enemy'

The plans come at a low point in relations with South Korea and Pyongyang unresponsive to Seoul's repeated offers for dialogue.

The Economic Times

Defence Minister begins Vietnam, South Korea visit to boost defence, Indo-Pacific cooperation

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh embarks on a crucial visit to Vietnam and South Korea. The trip aims to bolster strategic military ties and defense industry collaborations. Discussions will focus on enhancing maritime security and promoting stability in the Indo-Pacific region. This visit follows recent agreements with Vietnam and South Korea,…

The Times of India

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 Economic Times

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

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.

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