West PH Sea: Marcos summons Chinese envoy to Malacañang
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has summoned Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Jing Quan to Malacañang on Tuesday afternoon.
· Luisa Cabato
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Japan raises safety concern over Chinese destroyer's live-fire drills
In this photo provided by Japan Joint Staff, a Chinese Luyang III-class guided-missile destroyer sails off Kumejima island, southern Japan, on July 16, 2026. (Japan Joint Staff via AP)
· Mari Yamaguchi
Japan revises corporate governance code: 5 things to know
Authorities see Japan's revised corporate governance code as a cornerstone of Japan's growth strategy and want listed companies to raise their corporate value. (Photo by Shintaro Ino)
· JADA NAGUMO
Japan revises corporate governance code: 5 things to know
Authorities see Japan's revised corporate governance code as a cornerstone of Japan's growth strategy and want listed companies to raise their corporate value. (Photo by Shintaro Ino)
· JADA NAGUMO
Thai PM serenades Chinese Premier Li Qiang with Teresa Teng’s classic | South China Morning Post
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul performs during a lunch hosted by Premier Li Qiang at the end of his first official visit to China.
Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer’s disease
A team of scientists has identified the “seed” of a protein believed to trigger Alzheimer’s disease, a discovery boosting hope for the development of a new therapy for the neurodegenerative condition.
· Tomoko Otake
Malaysia’s US$500 million warship, Philippines’ Pax Silica AI hub: 7 Asia highlights
From Bali’s bid to become a financial hub to Japan’s bind over US’ ICC campaign, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
· SCMP
Malaysia’s US$500 million warship, Philippines’ Pax Silica AI hub: 7 Asia highlights
From Bali’s bid to become a financial hub to Japan’s bind over US’ ICC campaign, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting
· SCMP
S. Korean FM to depart for Philippines to attend ASEAN-related ministerial meetings
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- Foreign Minister Cho Hyun was set to depart for the Philippines on Tuesday to attend a series of meetings involving the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and other partner nations, including the United States and China, his office said.
· Oh Seok-min
Mike Phillips signs with Kyoto Hannaryz in B. League
MANILA, Philippines — Gilas Pilipinas big man Mike Phillips signed with the Kyoto Hannaryz to continue his professional career in Japan's B. League.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Seoul says cooperation with NATO aimed at global peace, seeks stable relations with Russia
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's proposed cooperation with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is aimed at enhancing their own respective contributions to global peace and stability, Seoul's foreign ministry said Tuesday, in its first response to recent concerns by Russia over what it described as …
· Woo Jae-yeon
N. Korea, Russia signal deeper military alignment as top diplomats advance alliance treaty
Since 2017, I have covered South Korea’s political and economic landscape as a reporter, with a focus on foreign affairs, inter-Korean relations and security.As a foreign affairs reporter, I closely follow developments from the Ministry of Unification, the Foreign Ministry and the Defense Ministry, tracking shifts i…
· Jung Min-kyung
Police bust China-based ring behind TOPIK cheating
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- Police said Tuesday they have apprehended about 10 people suspected of either taking the Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) on behalf of others for money or using advanced equipment, such as tiny earpieces, to relay answers to test-takers.
· Yoo Cheong-mo
Personal data of nearly all S. Korean diplomats may have been exposed in cyberattack
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
Marcos condemns China Coast Guard assault at Ayungin Shoal
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. condemns the recent incident at Ayungin (Second Thomas) Shoal, where a Philippine Navy personnel was assaulted by members of the China Coast Guard (CCG), Palace press officer Claire Castro said on Tuesday.
· Luisa Cabato
Korea keeps China at bay in large OLED race
Samsung Display is on course to overtake LG Display in the mid-to-large OLED market by revenue in the third quarter, taking the lead for the first time as Korean manufacturers hold onto a display segment Chinese competitors have yet to break into.
· Moon Joon-hyun
FSS chief pledges swift, transparent disciplinary process against MBK over Homeplus management
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- The chief of South Korea's financial watchdog Tuesday vowed to conduct a transparent and swift disciplinary process against MBK Partners over its management of Homeplus Co., the struggling retailer wholly owned by the private equity firm.
· Kim Boram
S. Korea strips honors from 76 linked to Chun Doo-hwan’s coup, Gwangju crackdown
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
How Chinese police infiltrated and monitored the dark web with the help of AI tools
Researchers linked to law enforcement collected data and devised tools to help classify sensitive and illegal material
· Zhang Tong
How Chinese police infiltrated and monitored the dark web with the help of AI tools
Researchers linked to law enforcement collected data and devised tools to help classify sensitive and illegal material
· Zhang Tong
Chinese ride-share driver answers emergency calls, rushing to scenes to save lives
First aid volunteer in Foshan keeps two defibrillators in his car; has helped 385 people in need over the past year
· Fran Lu
Chinese ride-share driver answers emergency calls, rushing to scenes to save lives
First aid volunteer in Foshan keeps two defibrillators in his car; has helped 385 people in need over the past year
· Fran Lu
Final frontier: Smith and ageing Test team vow to complete unfinished business away from home
Much as the 2005 Ashes defeat kept their legendary forebears together until a blazing 5-0 revenge mission two years later, Steve Smith and his ageing teammates have committed to making collective amends for fumbled trips to India and England in 2023.
· Daniel Brettig
China, Philippines blame each other over South China Sea clash
Topic:Territorial Disputes
· Tim Swanston
Korea ETF pioneer issues rare warning on single-stock leveraged ETFs
Bae Jae-kyu, CEO of Korea Investment Management and widely regarded as the father of Korea's ETF market, urged investors to avoid single-stock leveraged ETFs despite his firm managing the products.
· Choi Yeon-jae
32nd AFAD Defense and Sporting Arms Show begins July 22 at SMX
MANILA, Philippines — The Association of Firearms and Ammunition Dealers of the Philippines, Inc. (AFAD) will officially open the 32nd Defense and Sporting Arms Show (DSAS) on July 22 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia Complex, with Senate President Pro Tempore Juan Miguel "Migz" Zubiri leading the opening c…
· The Manila Times
India's SBI Funds Management lists at 7% premium in public debut
SBI Funds Management's public offering of shares worth 98.12 billion rupees was heavily oversubscribed last week, receiving bids worth over 4 trillion rupees. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Alex Eala returns to No. 28 in WTA live rankings
MANILA, Philippines — Filipino tennis ace Alex Eala returned to No. 28 in the WTA live rankings on Tuesday.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Flood warning issued for Imjin River near inter-Korean border amid downpours
YEONCHEON, South Korea, July 21 (Yonhap) -- Authorities on Tuesday issued a flood advisory for the Imjin River in a county near the border with North Korea as water levels rose sharply due to heavy downpours, with the reclusive North also releasing water from a dam near the border without any advance warning.
· Chae Yun-hwan
Takaichi's new economic blueprint for Japan: 4 things to know
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi speaks at the House of Councillors budget committee in Tokyo on June 22. (Photo by Ken Suzuki)
· AKANE OKUTSU
Korea seeks to expand pension credit for second child to 15 months
The Ministry of Health and Welfare on Tuesday proposed increasing the National Pension childbirth credit for parents with a second child to 15 months as part of its policy agenda for the second half of 2026.
· Tammy Park
New Landers hitter Madris set for KBO debut this week
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- The SSG Landers announced Tuesday their new foreign hitter Bligh Madris will make his South Korea debut this week.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Lee says Gwangju Fab plan isn’t labor dispute issue, orders clear rules
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
Patrick Tse’s death marks fading of Hong Kong cinema’s golden era: film academic
Patrick Tse’s son and daughter announced his death on Monday, sending shock waves through Chinese communities worldwide
· Ambrose Li
India's 'Cockroach Janta Party' to continue protests after dozens wounded in police altercations
India's youth-led "cockroach" movement said it would continue its protest demanding the resignation of the education minister on Tuesday, a day after violent protests disrupted central Delhi, injuring scores of protesters and police personnel.
· REUTERS
ASEAN's top diplomats meet, to issue statement amid 'grave concern' over US-Iran conflict
Foreign ministers of the Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN will issue a statement on the Middle East crisis after expressing grave concern about the evolving situation, the Philippines' top diplomat said on Tuesday.
· REUTERS
German travel app Omio raises $10m from Japan-Singapore fund
Omio hopes to use Granite-Integral's expertise in the Japanese and Southeast Asia markets, where it sees further growth potential in overseas tourism. (Photo by Koji Nozawa)
· Staff Writer
West PH Sea: China summons Philippine envoy over clash at disputed shoal
BEIJING — Beijing summoned the ambassador of the Philippines to China on Tuesday over a clash at a disputed shoal the previous day, the latest development in an incident that has spiked tensions between the nations.
· Agence France-Presse
A real-life 'Her'? Korea launches first dating reality show with AI partners
SBS' 'My AI Partner: Strange Romance' to explore whether a relationship with AI can spark real-world emotions
· Lee Yoon-seo
S. Korea's crude oil supply stable despite uncertainties: industry ministry
SEOUL, July 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's crude oil supply remains stable despite renewed tensions in the Middle East, the industry ministry said Tuesday, vowing to closely monitor major shipping routes in the region.
· Kang Yoon-seung
Inside K-Heritage House, where centuries of heritage meet digital storytelling
Live demonstrations spotlight Korea's master artisans
· Hwang Dong-hee
Today in Korean history
1943 -- Japanese colonial authorities issue an expanded order for the mobilization of Korean students for Japan's World War II efforts. Hundreds of thousands of Koreans, many of them students, were forced to become soldiers for the Japanese army toward the end of Japan's 1910-45 colonization of the Korean Peninsula.…
· Park Sang-soo
Large firms’ profits jumped 81% while workforce barely grew
Employment at Korea’s leading companies stayed virtually unchanged from 2023, report says
· Yoon Min-sik
Asian shares mostly gain, as South Korea's Kospi jumps 4.7%
Currency traders work near a screen showing the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics Co. stock price at the foreign exchange dealing room of the Hana Bank headquarters in Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday, July 21, 2026. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
· Chan Ho Him
Private jets find new runway in Vietnam
Vietstar provides private flights for jet setters on trips from Vietnam to Singapore for business or to Nepal for spiritual holidays. (Vietstar)
· LIEN HOANG
For experts, blanket phone ban in schools is not the way to go
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· jmantaring0370
'Never too old to be a superfan'
In life's later chapters, fandom can bring a new beginning. The Korea Herald spoke to three women who found that through Korean pop
· Lee Jung-joo
Philippines warns ASEAN risks being pulled apart by external pressures
ASEAN chair and Philippine Foreign Secretary Theresa Lazaro delivers her opening statement during the ASEAN foreign ministers meeting in Metro Manila on July 21. © Reuters
· Staff Writer
Chinese warship holds live-fire drills inside Japan’s economic waters for first time
Exercise took place about 180km from Okinotori, Japan’s southernmost island, and comes as Chinese and Philippine sailors clashed in the South China Sea
· Gavin Blair
Foreign sales jump 137% at GS25 stores in coastal tourist spots
Foreign payment revenue at GS25 convenience stores in popular coastal destinations across South Korea jumped 136.9 percent year-on-year between July 1 and Sunday, the company said Tuesday.
· Lee Han-gyoul