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‘I told the players they’d be exempt from military service if we reached the semi-finals. They huddled together and started crying, one by one’ How Guus Hiddink motivated South Korea’s 2002 World Cup heroes

The Dutch coach led South Korea to a World Cup semi-final in 2002

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400,000 dogs vanished before South Korea's meat ban. Where did hundreds of thousands of dogs go?

South Korea's impending ban on the dog meat trade leaves the fate of hundreds of thousands of dogs uncertain. While farms are closing and compensation is offered, official records show minimal adoptions or shelter transfers. Animal welfare groups suspect many dogs were slaughtered before the law takes effect, highlighting the…

The Times of India

South Korea, Japan reaffirm denuclearisation goal, closer defence ties

South Korea and Japan are strengthening security ties, reaffirming their commitment to denuclearizing the Korean peninsula. Defence ministers agreed to revive joint search-and-rescue drills and enhance cooperation with the US against North Korea's nuclear ambitions and its growing military links with Russia. This marks a significant step in bilateral relations,…

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The hidden reason global capital is looking beyond India for future growth

Foreign investors are reallocating capital away from India towards markets like Taiwan and South Korea that offer stronger exposure to AI and semiconductor growth. The trend highlights India’s structural gaps in innovation, limited deep-tech opportunities in listed markets, and rising concerns over valuations amid moderating earnings and slowing capital inflows.

The Economic Times

Iran and South Korea miss out on World Cup last 32 in dramatic third-place race

The race for the best third-place teams went down to the wire with Iran and South Korea joining Scotland and Uruguay in missing out

The Guardian - UK

Dear Future SK Hynix Stock Investors, Mark Your Calendars for July 10

South Korea's most valuable company is heading to Wall Street. Here's what that means for you.

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‘Afterwards, the Italians trashed the entire dressing room. Chairs flew through the air. I stood at a distance, arms crossed, watching. They really needed to blow off steam’ Guus Hiddink on South Korea’s 2002 World Cup upset over Italy

South Korea’s win over Italy was one of the most controversial matches in World Cup history

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2026 FIFA World Cup: Which third-place teams will reach the knockout stage?

The eight best third-place sides are determined first by points and then by goal difference, with the final standings to be decided on Saturday night.

Euronews

Chinese dissident arrives in Canada after escaping by dinghy to South Korea

Dong Guangping’s arrival in Toronto marks culmination of fourth attempt to escape China

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 R32 South Africa vs. Canada Predictions and Picks

South Africa vs. Canada at SoFi Stadium on June 28: Canada are -139 favorites but Bafana Bafana's defensive grit makes this Round of 32 clash fascinating. Our pick inside.

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UAE expands visa-on-arrival to 6 more countries, offering eligible travellers up to 60-day stay

Indian and Filipino passport holders can now enjoy easier entry into the UAE with an expanded visa-on-arrival program. Previously requiring visas from select Western nations, eligible travelers now benefit from this facility if they hold valid visas or residency from Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, or South Korea. This…

The Times of India

Ayodhya princess still binds UP, South Korea through shared heritage: Yogi Adityanath

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the historical bond between Uttar Pradesh and South Korea, citing the legend of Princess Ratna of Ayodhya becoming Korean Queen Heo Hwang-ok. He highlighted this connection during the inauguration of an electronics manufacturing plant in Jewar. Adityanath expressed optimism that this Korean investment…

The Economic Times

South Korea scrambles fighter jets as Chinese, Russian warplanes enter air defence zone

South Korea deployed fighter jets on Saturday after over 10 Chinese and Russian military aircraft entered its air defence identification zone (ADIZ), prompting the military to take precautionary measures amid heightened regional tensions, Seoul said.

The Times of India

Scotland is a victim of a hidden unfair advantage that has destroyed the integrity of the World Cup group stage

Expanding the World Cup to 48 teams led to a competitive compromise at the most basic level – Scotland, South Korea and Senegal prove it

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Korean proverb of the day: "Words have no wings, but they can fly a thousand miles." - why it pays to think before you speak

A word seems like such a small, weightless thing. You say it, it disappears into the air, and that should be the end of it. An old Korean proverb warns that it is not nearly so simple. Words have no wings, it says, but they can fly a thousand miles.…

International Business Times UK

Samsung Eyes $648 Billion Mega Investment to Supercharge South Korea's AI and Chip Ambitions

Samsung plans to invest 1,000 trillion won in South Korea over the next decade, focusing on AI and semiconductor manufacturing, aiming to boost regional development beyond Seoul.

The Independent UK

South Korea’s former first lady sent to prison for taking luxury gifts as bribes

Seoul court says Kim Keon Hee ‘received without any hesitation those bribes which ordinary people would hardly encounter during their lives’

Bangkok Post

Former South Korean first lady given 7-year jail term for bribery

SEOUL - South Korea's former first lady Kim Keon Hee was sentenced on Friday to seven years in jail ⁠for receiving bribes, after a court found her guilty of accepting luxury items such as jewellery and a Dior handbag in exchange for political favours.

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South Korea court gives ex-First Lady Kim Keon Hee seven-year jail term for bribery

South Korea's former First Lady Kim Keon Hee has been sentenced to seven years in prison for accepting bribes, including luxury jewellery, a designer handbag, and a valuable watch, in exchange for political favours and jobs. The court found her guilty of trading influence, damaging public trust in government appointments.…

The Independent UK

South Korean court sentences ex-first lady Kim to 7 years for taking luxury gifts tied to favors

The wife of ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to seven years in prison

The Guardian - AU

South Korea to train half a million military personnel to become ‘drone warriors’

All branches of the military will be taught how to use technology that has become a ‘game changer on the battlefield’, says defence minister

The Independent UK

Asian shares plunge as traders sell to lock in profits after recent rallies driven by AI

Shares have tumbled in Asia, led by heavy losses in Japan and South Korea as traders sold to lock in gains from recent rallies in stocks related to artificial intelligence

The Economic Times

South Korean stocks in tailspin as Kospi crashes 8%, head for worst week since March

South Korean stocks experienced a dramatic plunge, exceeding 8% and triggering a trading halt. This sharp decline was primarily driven by a significant selloff in major semiconductor companies like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, alongside broader global tech sector weakness. The benchmark KOSPI index is now on track for its…

The Economic Times

Global Market: South Korea to extend won trading to 24 hours in bid to boost global appeal

South Korea will launch 24-hour trading in the won from July 6 to boost global investor access and improve market appeal. The reform is expected to enhance liquidity and efficiency but raises concerns over volatility during low-liquidity hours, even as strong equity inflows and overseas investments continue to pressure the…

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Samsung readies $648 billion bet, report says, as AI boom reshapes South Korea

The investment, which would include AI data centers, batteries and displays, will be announced at a meeting with President Lee Jae Myung at the presidential office, the Maeil Business Newspaper said on Friday, ‌without citing sources.

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