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Japan and South Korea can show governments how to compete with China and US

Governments around the world are hustling. European policymakers, for example, are eager to boost the region’s industrial relevance in a world where the US and China dominate cutting-edge technologies. They want to move beyond the adage that “the US innovates, China replicates and the EU regulates”.

The Conversation

Samsung's Lee Jae-yong Acquitted: What the Supreme Court Ruling Means for South Korea's Tech Future

Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-Yong is now free of fraud and other charges. The Supreme Court acquitted him, ending the years-long legal battle.

International Business Times UK

Heavy rain in South Korea leaves at least four dead and 1,300 forced to evacuate

The weather in South Korea has caused school closures, property damage and cancelled flights

The Independent UK

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South Korean court clears Samsung chairman in merger fraud case

It removes a long-running legal risk for the head of the tech giant

The Independent UK

Samsung Chairman Jay Y. Lee Acquitted Of Stock Manipulation By South Korea's Supreme Court

On Thursday, South Korea's Supreme Court cleared Samsung Electronics (OTC:SSNLF) chairman Jay Y. Lee of stock manipulation and accounting fraud charges related to a 2015 merger, ending a nearly decade-long legal battle.

Benzinga

Three Dead As South Korean Region Hit By Most Rain In 120 Years

At least three people were killed and more than 1,000 evacuated Thursday after South Korea was hit by torrential rains, officials said, with one region pummelled by the most rainfall per hour since full records began.

International Business Times

‘Car is being swept away’: Man’s last call to wife as South Korea hit by heavy rain and landslides

Intense monsoon rains batter central and southern parts of South Korea, lashing it with the most rainfall in 120 years

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Quietly, this Korean brand is redefining home appliances to beat all others – here's how

I visited LG's headquarters and glimpsed into the future

Boeing flight headed for India turned around mid-air as airlines ordered to check fuel switches

India, the United Arab Emirates and South Korea have all ordered airlines to inspect the fuel switch locking systems on certain aircraft

Evening Standard

Could giving this pod of dolphins the same legal rights as humans help keep them safe?

With a bottlenose population threatened by fishing gear, boats and pollution, campaigners on South Korea’s Jeju island are lobbying to extend legal status to the vulnerable cetaceans

The Guardian - UK

Who was Kang Seo-Ha? Beloved Korean actress dies aged 31 after heartbreaking cancer battle

Korean actress Kang Seo-Ha has died at 31 after a brave battle with stomach cancer. Known for her kindness and talent, she starred in hit dramas and inspired many with her strength and warmth.

International Business Times UK

FuelCell Energy Just Landed a Data Center Deal. How Should You Play FCEL Stock Here?

FuelCell just scored a massive data center deal in South Korea. Should investors view this as a turning point or just another fleeting headline?

Barchart

FAA Defends Boeing Switches as South Korea Orders Safety Checks—But Investors Rally Despite Turbulence

The FAA has raised concerns about Boeing 787 fuel switches after a fatal crash in India killed 260 people. South Korea has ordered inspections, but no aircraft have been grounded—yet.

International Business Times UK

I'm about to secure dream Celtic transfer but here's what I want to do first

Celtic-bound Shin Yamada is eager to score his first goal for Japan when they take on South Korea in the East Asia Cup on Tuesday.

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South Korea just fed Donald Trump his first ‘win’ but still his gluttony couldn’t let them breathe

Historic milestone, historic betrayal.

The Independent UK

Russia warns US, South Korea and Japan against forming security alliance targeting North Korea

Russia’s foreign minister has warned the U.S., South Korea and Japan against forming a security partnership targeting North Korea

The Independent UK

South Korean workers made to pause work in deadly heat

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South Korea mandates breaks for outdoor workers in deadly heat

Breaks will become mandatory when temperature touches 33C

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The Independent UK

Michelin-starred restaurant in South Korea investigated for serving dish topped with ants

South Korea legally recognises some insects as edible but not ants

The Guardian - US

From Hiddink to Pochettino: How the US’s journey to a home World Cup compares with South Korea 2002

Both countries had major question marks a year from kickoff, but South Korea turned those into one of the most memorable tourney runs ever

The Independent UK

South Korea, US and Japan hold aerial drill in demonstration of strength against North Korea

Top South Korean, U.S. and Japanese military officers are urging North Korea to cease all unlawful activities that threaten regional security, as the three nations fly advanced warplanes for a joint exercise in a show of force against the North

The Independent UK

Defector ‘tortured’ in North Korean detention facility to sue Kim Jong Un

Choi Min Kyung says she suffered physical and sexual abuse in North Korean detention after being repatriated from China

The Independent UK

Disgraced ex-South Korean leader Yoon Suk Yeol sent back to detention over martial law decree

Yoon’s lawyers denounce his arrest as excessive and lacking evidence

Benzinga

Kim Jong Un To Face Criminal Lawsuit For First Time Ever From A North Korean Defector Over Human Rights Violations

A North Korean defector residing in South Korea is set to file a lawsuit and criminal complaint against North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for human rights violations.

Al Jazeera

South Korea’s Yoon detained for a second time over martial law

The arrest comes after the court authorises former leader’s arrest, citing concerns he may destroy evidence.

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