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MANILA, Philippines — Thirteen cities in Metro Manila suspended face-to-face classes on Wednesday due to continued rains brought by the southwest monsoon, the Metropolitan Manila Development Authority said.
Korea's export-led growth continues at a brisk clip this year, and the government moves in tandem to advance capital market innovation, Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said at the latest edition of The Korea Herald's HIT Forum on Tuesday.
South Korea is ready to work with African nations to share and combine its prowess in artificial intelligence and digital technologies with the massive growth potential of the resource-rich continent for mutual prosperity, Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Wednesday.
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's financial watchdog on Wednesday conducted raids targeting a journalist covering the agency over alleged stock manipulation.
MANILA, Philippines — The Social Security System (SSS) said that the UnionDigital Bank (UD) has begun accepting applications for the SSS Micro Loan Program, more commonly known as SSS LoanLite, through its mobile application.
A police officer in protective clothing and a bomb disposal robot at Leipzig/Halle Airport on Aug. 5, after a drone packed with explosives was found near a runway. © Reuters
Tung, who oversaw Hong Kong’s 1997 return to Chinese rule and worked to improve China-US relations, died on Tuesday at the age of 89
Tung, who oversaw Hong Kong’s 1997 return to Chinese rule and worked to improve China-US relations, died on Tuesday at the age of 89
China's consumer and wholesale inflation rebounded in August, as higher global commodity costs and surging high-tech demand cushioned persistently tepid domestic consumption.
The new office, located at Cheung Kong Center II in Central, marks the first time the bank has expanded outside the Middle East
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea is ready to work with African nations to share and combine its prowess in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies with the massive growth potential of the resource-rich continent for mutual prosperity, Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Wednesday.
An Iranian crude oil carrier burns after being struck at an unknown location in this still image taken from video released Sept. 8. U.S. Central Command says such vessels were targeted after attempted Iranian missile attacks on an American Navy warship. (Central Command/Handout via Reuters)
(ATTN: ADDS details, more info in last 2 paras)By Kang Yoon-seung
Asia's ultra-rich are increasingly willing to tap into new asset classes, gold is leaving Dubai for Singapore and wealthy Chinese are flocking to Malaysia, the Singapore CEO of Malayan Bank Bhd said.
MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala has been known as a fighter in her tennis matches, enabling her to stay competitive in pressure-packed situations.
Paris – The mountain section whose collapse triggered fatal floods in Nepal and China on Aug. 26 had experienced unprecedented heat for the time of year, meteorological data analyzed by a researcher shows.
South Korea has dispatched an investigation team to assess the situation in the conflict-stricken Strait of Hormuz, the defense ministry said Tuesday, amid repeated calls from Washington for Seoul to assist its war efforts against Iran.
MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman on Wednesday said it will block any bid by the camp of former speaker Martin Romualdez to remain in hospital and will seek an examination by a team of government physicians to determine whether he requires confinement.
The global push toward electrification carries several risks, including replacing dependence on foreign oil and natural gas with reliance on Chinese technology and critical materials, as access to cheap electricity dictates investment flows and where AI and industrial bases thrive.
Document further alleges that Fu and Zeng misused university research funds for personal gain, calls into question Zeng’s academic integrity
Document further alleges that Fu and Zeng misused university research funds for personal gain, calls into question Zeng’s academic integrity
Dimensions: 88.0 × 35.5 cm (Hanging scroll painting)
The men's basketball team will start its Asian Games tournament in Japan on Thursday, the first official action for South Korea at the continental competition with the team pursuing its first gold in 12 years.
By Rick Fisher, senior fellow at the International Assessment and Strategy Center.
Hong Kong Chief Executive Tung Chee-hwa speaks to journalists after meeting with Chinese leaders in Beijing on Dec. 3, 2003. © AP
South Korea's finance ministry on Wednesday vowed to make concerted efforts to address employment difficulties facing vulnerable groups amid lingering challenges for young job seekers.
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MANILA, Philippines — Aware of the positive impact she's been making with her tennis career, Alex Eala hopes to keep inspiring the Filipino people especially the youth with her everyday job.
South Korea and France signed multiple agreements Tuesday that will strengthen their bilateral cooperation in national defense, the defense industry and other areas, including military information protection, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said.
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala is rooting for American star and world No. 4 Coco Gauff to win the US Open title in New York.
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- The men's basketball team will start its Asian Games tournament in Japan on Thursday, the first official action for South Korea at the continental competition with the team pursuing its first gold in 12 years.
North Korea's senior party and government officials have visited the mausoleum of late former state leaders to commemorate the national founding anniversary, state media said Wednesday.
(2nd LD) S. Korea's nominal GDP grows at fastest pace in 47 years in Q2; $40,000 per capita GNI on track
Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi rules out non-nationals in uniform, even as a report warns personnel levels could fall to 130,000 by 2045
Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi rules out non-nationals in uniform, even as a report warns personnel levels could fall to 130,000 by 2045
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's finance ministry on Wednesday vowed to make concerted efforts to address employment difficulties facing vulnerable groups amid lingering challenges for young job seekers.
(ATTN: ADDS details throughout, photo)By Kang Yoon-seung
SEOUL, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- North Korea's senior party and government officials have visited the mausoleum of late former state leaders to commemorate the national founding anniversary, state media said Wednesday.
China's state-owned tobacco monopoly was established with a fundamental purpose "to guarantee national fiscal revenue," and it has become a major investor in state banks. © Reuters
CEO Jim Farley hit back, saying the letter urging him to cut ties with firms like China’s CATL, Geely and BYD was ‘wrong-headed’
CEO Jim Farley hit back, saying the letter urging him to cut ties with firms like China’s CATL, Geely and BYD was ‘wrong-headed’
HWASEONG, South Korea, Sept. 9 (Yonhap) -- Kia Corp. is seeking to tap deeper into the global commercial vehicle market by industrializing vehicle customization, betting that flexible manufacturing and integrated conversion can give it an edge in a market long dominated by established vanmakers.
Sixth graders read a passage and give constructive feedback to their partners during Nancy Barajas’ class at Fairview Elementary School on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Modesto, Calif. (AP Photo/Annie Barker,File)
(ATTN: RECASTS lead; ADDS details throughout)By Kang Yoon-seung
Seoul – South Korea has sent an inspection team to assess the security situation in the Strait of Hormuz but no decision has been taken on sending troops, the Defense Ministry has said.
The Belt and Road Initiative, with its massive investments in wind, solar and nuclear power, is quietly reshaping the region’s energy future
The Belt and Road Initiative, with its massive investments in wind, solar and nuclear power, is quietly reshaping the region’s energy future
Building on the success of Chief Executive John Lee’s June trip, both sides must now build a durable commercial architecture
Building on the success of Chief Executive John Lee’s June trip, both sides must now build a durable commercial architecture
By Tsvetana Paraskova of OilPrice.com