Thailand probes clinic linked to UK influencer’s penile filler death
Igho Ubiribo’s death from a penis enlargement procedure at a Bangkok clinic has sparked medical tourism safety concerns in Thailand
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Thailand probes clinic linked to UK influencer’s penile filler death
Igho Ubiribo’s death from a penis enlargement procedure at a Bangkok clinic has sparked medical tourism safety concerns in Thailand
· Agence France-Presse
Korea's Gender Ministry mulls legal action against Google over exposure of sex crime victims’ data
South Korea’s Gender Ministry is considering filing a criminal complaint against Google over the exposure of personal information contained in requests to remove digital sex crime content from its search results.
· Park Yuna
S. Korea vows closer cooperation with African partners at KOAFEC meeting
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea on Wednesday unveiled detailed plans to strengthen cooperation with African nations in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies through initiatives, such as the K-AI Package, alongside measures to improve infrastructure across the continent.
· Kang Yoon-seung
ChatGPT Enterprise users in Korea surge 28-fold
Overall user base grows 35% as businesses integrate AI deeper into operations
· Jie Ye-eun
Record rain forces hundreds of Asian Games athletes to evacuate accommodation
There is no dedicated athletes’ village, with organisers instead relying on a cruise ship, temporary wooden containers and hotels
· Agence France-Presse
As China embraces AI, only 24% of US pharma execs bet on it for drug-making
Study finds 50 companies had fully, partially or planned to scale AI, tech which could slash drug discovery costs by US$26 billion globally
· Julie Zhang
As China embraces AI, only 24% of US pharma execs bet on it for drug-making
Study finds 50 companies had fully, partially or planned to scale AI, tech which could slash drug discovery costs by US$26 billion globally
· Julie Zhang
Could Japan see more avalanches like one that hit Nepal?
While scientists are working to pin down the exact mechanism behind last month’s deadly mudslide in Nepal, they say that climate change had a role in the ice-rock avalanche that resulted in massive flooding.
· Tomoko Otake
Seoul dispatches assessment team to UAE but deployment decision still pending
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
Korea Zinc gains board edge with audit committee win
Board-backed Baek In-kyoo defeats Young Poong-MBK nominee as minority shareholders decide pivotal vote
· Byun Hye-jin
Is sending officials to UAE a sign Seoul is leaning towards Hormuz deployment?
Staff reporter at The Korea Herald’s National Desk, based in Seoul. Covers South Korea’s national security and foreign policy, with a focus on the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly.Before entering journalism, served as an Air Force officer. Experience includes providing tr…
· Hwang Joo-young
Korea as a ‘must-have’ market: JPMorgan exec
Alexander Treves calls for stronger governance, tangible shareholder returns, gains beyond chips
· Choi Yeon-jae
Health concerns grow as volcanic ash spreads across Indonesia after eruption
Topic:Volcanic Eruptions
· Tri Ardhya
Singapore civil service delegation visits Korea to study digital personnel systems
Officials compare approaches to working-level autonomy, accountability, AI in personnel management
· Lee Seung-ku
Korea must turn global appeal into investment: AmCham chief
American Chamber of Commerce in Korea Chairman and CEO James Kim urged Seoul to close the gap between global investor interest and actual capital inflows, saying at The Korea Herald's 2026 HIT Forum on Tuesday that Korea has never had a stronger hand to play as a global financial hub.
· No Kyung-min
Umno heavyweight charged in Malaysian haj fund scandal as party eyes comeback
The Umno Supreme Council member is the highest-profile politician to be charged so far in the fallout from a royal inquiry into Tabung Haji
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
Umno heavyweight charged in Malaysian haj fund scandal as party eyes comeback
The Umno Supreme Council member is the highest-profile politician to be charged so far in the fallout from a royal inquiry into Tabung Haji
· Iman Muttaqin Yusof
Rescatistas buscan a 5 fotoperiodistas indonesios desaparecidos cerca del volcán Anak Krakatau
En esta imagen publicada por la Agencia Indonesia de Búsqueda y Rescate (BASARNAS) se ven rescatistas en una embarcación de goma durante la búsqueda de periodistas desaparecidos cuando cubrían la erupción del Anak Krakatau, en aguas de Anyer, Indonesia, el miércoles 9 de septiembre de 2026. (BASARNAS via AP)
· Niniek Karmini
SK Innovation E&S links Korean, Indonesian youth entrepreneurs in Busan
SK Innovation E&S said Wednesday it was bringing together young entrepreneurs from Korea and Indonesia in Busan through a six-day program focused on startup development and climate technology.
· Lim Ye-jin
Asian Games venues and athletes unharmed by flooding
A car drives along a flooded road following heavy rain with a banner for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games in the background in Nagoya, central Japan, on Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026. (Natsumi Yasumoto/Kyodo News via AP)
Fitch, Moody's offer positive assessment of 2027 budget proposal: gov't
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- Global credit appraisers have offered positive assessments of South Korea's 2027 budget proposal, the government said Wednesday, stressing overseas institutions have recognized Seoul's efforts to improve fiscal health and pursue long-term growth.
· Kang Yoon-seung
K-food kicks on with showcase at Switzerland's Jungfrau Marathon
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corp. held the first-ever “Run with K-Food” promotional booth at the world-renowned Jungfrau Marathon in Switzerland last week.
· Shin Yong-bae
Lee makes Champions League debut
South Korea defender Lee Han-beom made his Champions League debut Tuesday, playing the full match in Club Brugge's 3-2 home loss to Aston Villa.
· Edwin Choi
Korea must give global capital reasons to stay: Herald CEO
Herald Media Group CEO Choi Jin-young said South Korea should focus not only on attracting foreign investment but also on creating the conditions needed for global capital to stay in the market.
· Moon Joon-hyun
KRX chief says easier access key to attracting global capital
Korea Exchange Chairman Jeong Eun-bo said the KRX will push ahead with longer trading hours and a shorter stock settlement cycle as part of efforts to improve foreign investor access and strengthen the global competitiveness of South Korea’s capital market.
· Moon Joon-hyun
South Korea loses to Germany in 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup
South Korea's women's basketball team failed to reach the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup after a lopsided loss to Germany in a playoff game.
· Edwin Choi
S. Korea, Africa hold complementary strengths in AI era: AfDB president
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and Africa can draw on their complementary strengths for mutual benefit in the artificial intelligence (AI) era, the head of an Africa-based multilateral development bank said Wednesday, expressing hope for closer cooperation.
· Kang Yoon-seung
Hong Kong’s first chief executive Tung Chee-hwa dies aged 89 | South China Morning Post
Tung, who oversaw the 1997 return of the city to Chinese rule, resigned as city leader in 2005 on health grounds and last appeared in public in 2021.
Market discipline key to narrowing Korea discount: KCMI vice president
Lee In-hyung says NPS must turn new shareholder rights into lasting corporate change
· Choi Ji-won
US accuses Chinese AI firms of ‘malicious’ copying of AI technology
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· Victor Barreiro Jr.
Lotte seeks local expertise at Indonesia job fair
Lotte held the 2026 Lotte Global Job Fair in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Wednesday. Nine affiliates, including Lotte Chemical, Lotte Department Store, Lotte Mart and Lotte Global Logistics, took part in the event to recruit 300 locals.
· Jung Young-seon
S. Korea not to attend Japan's Sado mine memorial event this year for 3rd year
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will not attend Japan's memorial ceremony for victims of wartime forced labor at the Sado mine complex for the third consecutive year, the foreign ministry said Wednesday.
· Oh Seok-min
[Exclusive] US student acquitted over psychiatric episode stuck in Korea as prosecutors appeal
Case highlights paradox in which acquittal can mean foreign defendants must stay in Korea, facing detention risks, visa complications, prosecutorial appeals
· Lee Seung-ku
Dubai and Abu Dhabi flight cancellations and delays after Heathrow outage and fresh Iran strikes | The National
Flights at Dubai International Airport and Zayed International Airport are facing fresh disruption on Wednesday, with services affected by a combination of air traffic control problems in the UK, the Iran war and the volcanic eruption in Indonesia.
· Evelyn Lau
China needs monkeys: lab animal shortage could hinder biotech growth
As fundraising and out-licensing deals in China grow, so does demand for monkeys and other primates for testing
· Themis Qi
China needs monkeys: lab animal shortage could hinder biotech growth
As fundraising and out-licensing deals in China grow, so does demand for monkeys and other primates for testing
· Themis Qi
Today in Korean history
1934 -- A massive flood hits the southern part of Korea, leaving 800 people dead.
· Woo Jae-yeon
India's Adani Airport to raise $1bn from BlackRock, Temasek and others
Adani Enterprises' airport unit already handles about a quarter of India's passenger traffic and about a third of its air cargo traffic. (Source photos by Reuters)
· SOUMYAJIT SAHA
BARMM election faces low-turnout risk amid violence, voter uncertainty
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· Herbie G
Korea Exchange to close night trading session of derivatives Sept. 23
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- The Korea Exchange (KRX) said Wednesday it will close a night trading session of derivatives on Sept. 23, a day before the Chuseok holiday begins.
· Deok-Hyun Kim
Philippine defense chief says South Korea reliable partner for defense modernization
Philippines pushes defense co-production, stronger resilience amid shared focus on South China Sea security
· Sanjay Kumar, Hwang Joo-young
Team calls Chinese race organizers 'grossly negligent' in conduct around fiery crash
An aerial view of the Shanghai International Circuit on Sep. 12, 2004. (Chinatopix via AP)
S. Korea pursuing 4 gold medals in judo at Asian Games
JINCHEON, South Korea, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will try to return to prominence in judo and bring home at least four gold medals from the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, national team coaches announced Wednesday.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Japan, India and Australia hedge against a US Quad retreat
The foreign ministers, left to right, of Australia, India, Japan and the U.S., take questions from reporters following a Quad meeting at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on May 26. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Rescuers search for 5 Indonesian photojournalists missing near Anak Krakatau volcano
In this photo released by the Indonesian National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS), rescuers sit in a rubber boat during the search for journalists missing while covering the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau, in the waters off Anyer, Indonesia, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026. (BASARNAS via AP)
· Niniek Karmini
Southwest monsoon bringing moderate to heavy rain to over 20 areas
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· Acor Arceo
Gov't to spend extra 90 bln won on food discounts ahead of Chuseok
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will allocate an additional 90i billion won (US$67.2 million) to stabilize prices of major food items ahead of this month's extended Chuseok holiday, on top of the 103 billion won previously announced, the finance ministry said Wednesday.
· Kang Yoon-seung
JLTCB leads executive masterclass on Importer Audit Readiness
MANILA, Philippines — Jill L. Tolentino Customs Brokerage (JLTCB), together with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Bataan and CITI Philippines, successfully conducted a free executive masterclass aimed at strengthening Post Clearance Audit (PCA) readiness and import compliance among Bataan importers, locato…
· Ash Manuel