🇰🇷 South Korea

Samsung Chairman Lee Jae-yong Acquitted of Fraud by South Korea's Supreme Court
July 18 @ 8:40pm ET  
South Korea's Supreme Court acquitted Samsung Chairman Lee Jae-yong of fraud charges tied to a 2015 merger. The ruling ends a decade-long legal battle, clearing the way for Lee's leadership amid global challenges.
South Korea Shocked by Teacher and Parent's Exam Paper Theft Attempt
July 17 @ 8:40pm ET  
A teacher and parent in South Korea were arrested for attempting to steal exam papers from a high school, foiled by a security alarm. This incident raises concerns about academic integrity in the country's competitive education system.
South Korea's Retrial of Kim Jae-gyu: Revisiting a Historic Assassination
July 17 @ 4:40pm ET  
South Korea's Seoul High Court began the retrial of Kim Jae-gyu on July 16 for the 1979 assassination of President Park Chung-hee. The case revisits allegations of torture and legal flaws in the original trial.
South Korea's IVF Surge Amid Record-Low Birth Rates
July 14 @ 8:40am ET  
South Korea's fertility clinics are booming amid the world's lowest birth rate of 0.72 in 2023. Demand for IVF treatments, up nearly 50% from 2018 to 2022, offers hope in a deepening demographic crisis.
South Korea's Former President Yoon Suk Yeol Faces New Charges in Martial Law Case
July 11 @ 12:41pm ET  
South Korea's ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol has been rearrested on new charges tied to his failed martial law declaration in December 2024. The case, involving accusations of insurrection, continues to fuel political tension.
South Korea Repatriates Six North Koreans After Accidental Drift
July 10 @ 4:40pm ET  
South Korea repatriated six North Koreans who accidentally drifted into its waters earlier this year. The individuals, expressing a strong desire to return, were escorted back on July 9 via a maritime border.
Trump's Tariff Letter to South Korea Sparks Trade Concerns
July 8 @ 4:16am ET  
President Trump sent a letter to South Korea imposing a 25% tariff on all products starting August 1. This move, part of a broader tariff strategy targeting 14 countries, has prompted South Korea to accelerate trade talks.
South Korea Updates Martial Law Rules Following Yoon Suk Yeol Crisis
July 7 @ 8:40am ET  
South Korea's parliament has revised martial law rules after former President Yoon Suk Yeol's controversial declaration in December 2024. The changes aim to prevent executive overreach and protect democratic processes.
BTS Returns with New Album and World Tour in 2026 After Military Service
July 3 @ 12:40pm ET  
BTS, the kings of K-pop, are back after completing military service, announcing a new album and world tour for 2026. Their return marks a significant moment for fans and the K-pop industry alike.
Squid Game's Finale Echoes South Korea's Harsh Economic Realities
July 2 @ 12:40pm ET  
Squid Game's finale highlights South Korea's real economic struggles. Themes of unemployment and inequality resonate deeply with viewers there.
South Korea's Dog Meat Ban: Uncertain Future for Half a Million Dogs
June 26 @ 8:40pm ET  
South Korea's dog meat ban, effective by 2027, marks a cultural shift but leaves over 500,000 dogs at risk of euthanasia. Concerns mount over rehoming challenges and farmers' livelihoods.
BTS Returns from Military Service Amid K-Pop Industry Shifts
June 24 @ 12:40pm ET  
BTS has reunited after completing mandatory military service in South Korea. Their return comes amid a K-pop industry facing stalled album sales and scandals.
South Korea Ends 26-Year Ban on Foreign Goalkeepers in K League
June 21 @ 1:01pm ET  
South Korea's K League has lifted a 26-year ban on foreign goalkeepers starting in 2026. This historic move aims to boost competition and attract global talent.
BTS Star Jungkook Faces Home Intrusion on Day of Military Discharge
June 13 @ 8:40am ET  
A Chinese woman was arrested for attempting to break into BTS star Jungkook's home in Seoul on June 11, hours after his military discharge. The incident has sparked outrage among fans over privacy concerns.
South Korea Halts Propaganda Broadcasts to Ease North Korea Tensions
June 12 @ 12:40pm ET  
South Korea has turned off propaganda loudspeakers along the border with North Korea under new President Lee Jae-myung. This move, aimed at easing tensions, fulfills a campaign promise to improve inter-Korean relations.
South Korea's Snap Election: A Nation Seeks Stability After Martial Law Crisis
June 3 @ 8:40pm ET  
South Korea's snap election, triggered by Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment over martial law, has resulted in Lee Jae-myung's victory. The nation now looks to heal deep political divisions under his leadership.
North Korea Slams US 'Golden Dome' as Threat to Space Security
May 28 @ 4:40pm ET  
North Korea has criticized the US 'Golden Dome' missile defense plan, calling it a risk for 'outer space nuclear war.' The $175 billion project has also drawn concern from Russia and China over space militarization.
South Korea's Snap Election: Key Details Ahead of June 3 Vote
May 28 @ 4:40am ET  
South Korea's snap presidential election on June 3 follows the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol. Candidates face pressing issues like unemployment and political division.
South Korea's Starbucks Ban on Candidate Names Sparks Debate
May 23 @ 12:40pm ET  
Starbucks in South Korea has banned presidential candidates' names in orders to maintain neutrality ahead of the June 3 election. This move has sparked debate over corporate policies and political expression.