15 h. ago South Korea says Air Busan fire possibly caused by spare power bank

According to the interim probe into the January incident, the blaze may have started because insulation inside the battery had broken down.

Events

38 h. ago Samsung’s US hub, South Korea headquarters hit with racism allegations

According to a lawsuit, a former senior engineer alleged that he was wrongfully dismissed after reporting racial discrimination.

Events

56 h. ago Hong Kong’s Cathay not following Singapore Airlines’ ban on using power banks

Fire on board an Air Busan plane earlier this year has sparked reassessment of rules for carry-on luggage among carriers.

Politics

56 h. ago Hong Kong’s Cathay to keep allowing power banks, as Singapore Airlines tightens rules

Fire on board an Air Busan plane earlier this year has sparked reassessment of rules for carry-on luggage among carriers.

Politics

66 h. ago What can South Korea do about the strategic threats in Trump era?

Developing its own nuclear arms is a political luxury Seoul can’t afford. Instead, it must expand its economic and diplomatic networks.

Politics

2 d. ago Put US tariffs on all chips made in China, says chair of high

US trade representative also urged to liaise with American allies like Japan and South Korea, even as Donald Trump threatens levies on them.

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3 d. ago South Korea’s Kia disavows ad poking fun at ‘crazy’ Elon Musk

After a cheeky ad featuring a bumper sticker about Elon Musk went viral, the carmaker quickly clarified that it had no part in the campaign.

Politics

3 d. ago As South Korea’s Yoon walks free, his presidency hangs by a thread

Legal experts warn that Yoon’s release from detention is unlikely to shield him from the Constitutional Court’s decision on his removal.

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4 d. ago Analysis: Can South Korea become alternative to China for global firms?

Analysis: Can South Korea become alternative to China for global firms?  UPI News

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4 d. ago Canada’s twin tariff wars, plastic surgery in South Korea: 5 weekend reads you missed

From Canada’s tariff wars with China and the US to South Korea’s cosmetic surgery empire, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

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4 d. ago Trump’s warning shot to Japan casts doubt on US defence guarantees in Asia

The US president’s recent remarks reveal that Washington ‘is no longer committed to defending Japan, South Korea or Taiwan’, an analyst says.

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4 d. ago After South Korea’s bombing blunder, Pyongyang fires missiles, warns of ‘accidental’ war

The warning from North Korea’s foreign ministry came as the US-South Korea ‘Freedom Shield 2025’ drills were set to kick off on Monday.

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6 d. ago Beauty beyond borders: the rise and rise of South Korea’s plastic surgery empire

As plastic surgery becomes normalised in South Korea, platforms such as Gangnam Unni are helping bring in foreign visitors chasing beauty.

Politics

8 d. ago South Korea on edge, with Yoon impeachment verdict expected as soon as next week

Local media reports have pegged March 14 as the date, with police on high alert and religious leaders calling for calm amid threat of violent clashes.

Politics

8 d. ago South Korea jet accidentally drops bombs on village during military drill

Seven people suffered injuries and a church building and sections of two houses were damaged in the incident in Pocheon.

Events

8 d. ago South Korea jets accidentally drop bombs on village during military drill

Fifteen people suffered injuries and houses and a church were damaged in the incident in Pocheon.

Events

8 d. ago While Beijing Vows To Battle Trump Tariffs, Japan and South Korea Seek To Head Off Such Confrontations With Washington

While Beijing Vows To Battle Trump Tariffs, Japan and South Korea Seek To Head Off Such Confrontations With Washington  The New York Sun

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9 d. ago As US sends show of strength to South Korea, it keeps Pyongyang on pause

But analysts suggest Washington may be open to resuming talks with North Korea, with Moscow potentially playing the role of mediator.

Politics

1 week ago Minitrue Plus Five: March 2, 2020 – COVID Patient’s Travel to Beijing, South Korea, Poverty Alleviation

Minitrue Plus Five: March 2, 2020 – COVID Patient’s Travel to Beijing, South Korea, Poverty Alleviation  China Digital Times

Science

1 week ago In South Korea, nearly 3 out of 10 PhD graduates can’t find work

Among the hardest hit were young scholars under 30, with nearly half of new PhD holders in that category unable to secure employment.

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