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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

'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

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…

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Samsung, SK Hynix shares crash up to 14% as Kospi’s massive bloodbath enters day 2

Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix shares plunged as much as 14% as South Korea’s Kospi extended its sharp selloff for a second day. The decline was triggered by renewed concerns over AI chip demand, excess capacity fears, and weak U.S. tech cues, raising questions over the sustainability of the rally.

The Economic Times

South Korean Hot Stocks SK Hynix, Samsung Tumble as Semiconductor Selloff Spreads From Wall Street to Asia: ETFs You Should Watch

South Korean stocks tumbled Thursday as a broad semiconductor selloff spread from Wall Street to Asia, dragging the benchmark index, Korea Composite Stock Price Index, lower after heavy losses in SK Hynix Inc and Samsung Electronics Co.

Benzinga

Trump Says Iran Talks 'Going Well'; Oil Falls to Nearly $67 While South Korea's KOSPI Slides More Than 5%

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump’s upbeat assessment of U.S.-Iran negotiations weighed on oil prices and shaped global market sentiment, even as Asian equities tumbled sharply.

Benzinga

Bereaved South Koreans try AI-generated videos of deceased loved ones

In recent years, a growing number of bereaved people in digitally-savvy South Korea have been trying out tech startups that offer short simulated videos of dead relatives

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Foreigners dump Asia stocks at record pace as AI winners get crowded

Foreign investors sold Asian ‌equities at the fastest pace in at least 16 years in the first half of 2026, as a blistering AI-driven rally forced them to trim their biggest winners in South Korea and Taiwan and hunt for laggards at a discount.

Bangkok Post

World Cup 2026: Is heat the tournament's 'hidden opponent'?

As the World Cup 2026 advances to the next stages, high temperatures could hinder players’ performance. But not all teams are equally exposed, according to new analysis.

Euronews

Oman Air targets tourists on new Singapore route, eyes North Asia expansion

Oman Air is launching a new route to Singapore, aiming to tap into the city-state's appeal as a growing tourist destination. This expansion, supported by a lower cost base and oneworld alliance membership, follows a failed attempt nine years ago. The airline is also considering new non-stop flights to North…

The Economic Times

Global Market: Samsung, SK Hynix double down on AI chip boom with massive investment push despite oversupply risks

South Korean chip giants Samsung and SK Hynix are investing trillions to boost memory chip production, fueled by soaring AI demand. This ambitious expansion, backed by the government, aims to solidify South Korea's global semiconductor leadership. While current shortages drive optimism, experts warn of potential oversupply if AI spending falters,…

The Economic Times

South Korean trade watchdog alleges Google abused its position in Android app store

South Korea's antitrust regulator alleged on Wednesday that Alphabet's Google abused its dominant position in the Android app marketplace to hinder competition and will recommend corrective measures and a financial penalty.

The Economic Times

South Korean fans boo World Cup squad arriving home after early exit

Crowds booed South Korea’s World Cup team as they returned to Seoul on Tuesday (30 June) following their early exit from the tournament.

The Independent UK

Japan the example to follow but this has been a dismal World Cup for Asia

Iran were treated badly while two countries were debutants, but Saudi Arabia and South Korea should have done better

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From The Odyssey’s Greece to House of the Dragon’s Spain, here’s where set-jetters may head in 2026

The newly released Screen Tourism Forecast Index is predicting which countries and cities will see a surge in visitors thanks to film and TV this year.

Bangkok Post

Chinese dissident arrives in Canada after 11 years of trying

A Chinese dissident who fled to South Korea last month in a rubber dinghy has arrived in Canada, more than a decade after his first escape attempt ended when authorities in Thailand sent him back to his home country.

The Economic Times

Samsung, SK Hynix mega South Korea chips gamble tests optimism of AI cycle

South Korean tech giants Samsung and SK Hynix are investing billions in AI chip production, a move lauded by President Lee Jae Myung. While aiming to boost national capacity, analysts warn of potential oversupply risks if AI spending slows. The companies are accelerating fab construction, but much of the new…

The Economic Times

Global Markets: S.Korean shares log best quarter in nearly 30 years on chipmaker rally

South Korean stocks celebrated their best quarter in almost three decades, driven by a phenomenal surge in chipmakers. The KOSPI index soared, with tech giants Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix posting impressive gains, fueled by a new government strategy for semiconductor and AI investments. Despite some volatility, the market's performance…

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The Economic Times

US stocks may be headed for a sharp correction, warns Andrew Freris amid AI spending boom

Market strategist Andrew Freris warns Wall Street's rally is built on shaky ground, citing weak earnings and excessive AI enthusiasm. He advises caution on US equities, favoring select Asian markets like Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and South Korea. Freris believes a US market correction is inevitable and could trigger a global…

The Times of India

Korea's Hangul is the world's only alphabet where every consonant is shaped like the mouth that pronounces it, and the only major writing system with a known inventor

Most writing systems evolved gradually over centuries, making it impossible to identify who invented their letters. Nobody knows who created A, B or C, or the original forms of most scripts still used today. Korea's Hangul is a remarkable exception. Created in 1443 by King Sejong the Great and officially…

The Independent UK

Asian shares mostly higher tracking Wall Street gains and oil stabilizes

Asian shares are mostly higher tracking Wall Street gains, with South Korea's stock market, rebounding after earlier sharp losses on a tech sell-off

The Economic Times

Global Market: Financial firms shift Asia expansion focus to South Korea, take cautious stance on China and India

Global financial firms are increasingly prioritising South Korea for Asia-Pacific expansion while adopting a cautious approach towards China and India, an ASIFMA-KPMG survey found. Regulatory clarity, stable policies and capital market opportunities are driving investment decisions, as firms reassess regional strategies amid geopolitical risks and operational challenges.

France 24

South Korea bets big on AI with nearly a trillion dollars in investment

South Korea bets big on artificial intelligence with nearly $1 trillion worth of investment through 2029. Also in this edition, Comcast announces it will spin off NBCUniversal into a separate, publicly traded company. Plus France takes aim at Shein, Temu and AliExpress with a new law aimed at curbing ultra-fast…

The Independent UK

South Korea takes drastic action to protect football team returning from disastrous World Cup

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South Korea to deploy riot police for team’s return from nightmare World Cup campaign

Riot police will be deployed for the national team’s return amid death threats directed at their manager Hong Myung-bo

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