Malaysia, Thailand make peace over seafood dispute after Anwar and Anutin meet
The two leaders also agreed to develop a special border economic zone and boost agricultural cooperation
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Venomous snakes escape breeding farms in southern China during flooding
Local media in Hengzhou report king ratsnakes and cobras among hundreds in flood waters caused by typhoon Maysak
· Alicia Chen
Why the world’s best-performing stock market this year fell into bear territory
South Korea's stock benchmark, Kospi, has gone from being the world's hottest equity market to entering bear territory within a few weeks, highlighting how investors have soured on artificial intelligence plays and underscoring concentration risks.
· Lee Ying Shan
(LEAD) N. Korea's premier to visit China to mark 65th anniv. of signing of friendship treaty: KCNA
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· Woo Jae-yeon
Uniqlo owner Fast Retailing set to overtake H&M after strong Q3 sales
A Fast Retailing Uniqlo store in Tokyo's Ginza shopping district. Domestic revenues were boosted by sales of seasonal clothing in its third quarter. (Photo by Takashi Miyazaki)
· Staff Writer
Damian Lane set to partner Fast Network in Japan as Dennis Yip gears him up for Group targets
The top Australian jockey is ‘80 per cent’ to partner Hong Kong galloper in the Group Two Centaur Stakes (1,200m) in September
· Owen Goulding
Damian Lane set to partner Fast Network in Japan as Dennis Yip gears him up for Group targets
The top Australian jockey is ‘80 per cent’ to partner Hong Kong galloper in the Group Two Centaur Stakes (1,200m) in September
· Owen Goulding
Top court upholds South Korean ex-president Yoon's 7-year jail sentence
SEOUL — South Korea's highest court upheld ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol's seven-year prison sentence on Thursday over crimes tied to his botched 2024 martial law declaration and its chaotic aftermath.
· Agence France-Presse
DA eyes P1-billion additional fund for fuel subsidy to farmers, fisherfolk
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· Iya Gozum
Rafael in talks to set up Iron Dome interceptor production line in India - report
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems is in talks with Indian defense companies to set up a production line in the country for Iron Dome interceptors, according to recent reports in India.
· UDI ETZION
N. Korea's premier to visit China to mark 65th anniv. of signing of friendship treaty: KCNA
SEOUL, July 9 (Yonhap) -- North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song will make an official visit to China to mark the 65th anniversary of the signing of a friendship treaty between the two nations, Pyongyang's state media said Thursday.
· Woo Jae-yeon
India's Skyroot says it can build a space rocket a month as launch nears
Skyroot CEO Pawan Chandana says the rocket maker, valued at $1.1 billion, is also working on the next iteration of its launch vehicle. (Skyroot)
· SOUMYAJIT SAHA
Hong Kong man pleads guilty to subversive promotion of pro-Taiwan party
Chan Ho-hin earlier called on Hongkongers to support and join the Revive the Republic of China Freedom Party in Taiwan
· Brian Wong
Hong Kong man pleads guilty to subversive promotion of pro-Taiwan party
Chan Ho-hin earlier called on Hongkongers to support and join the Revive the Republic of China Freedom Party in Taiwan
· Brian Wong
Kanlaon ashfall covers parts of Negros Island, reaches Cebu
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(URGENT) N. Korea's premier to visit China to attend event marking 65th anniv. of signing of friendship treaty: KCNA
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· Woo Jae-yeon
Cathay Pacific ordered to submit report after Hungarian fighter jets intercept plane | South China Morning Post
Hong Kong flag carrier says London-bound flight temporarily lost communication with local air traffic control, but was never in danger.
Flooding from Tropical Storm Maysak kills 39 in southern China
Flooding from Tropical Storm Maysak has killed 39 people in southern China, most of them after a dam breach inundated the city of Nanning.
· Al Jazeera
South Korea set to power US fight for naval dominance amid rising geopolitical tensions
While the US has a technological edge, it lags behind China, which has the world’s largest commercial shipbuilding industry, in fleet size
· Park Chan-kyong
South Korea set to power US fight for naval dominance amid rising geopolitical tensions
While the US has a technological edge, it lags behind China, which has the world’s largest commercial shipbuilding industry, in fleet size
· Park Chan-kyong
'Teach You a Lesson' sparks China frenzy despite official block
The Korean thriller’s viral momentum extends into a market where Netflix is unavailable
· Lee Yoon-seo
Australia signs a deal to export uranium to India
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, left, is welcomed to the stage by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to address the Australia-India Economic Roadmap Business Reception in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, July 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Hamish Blair)
· Charlotte Grahammclay
Teodoro on Chinese scholars’ Batanes claim: It’s a joke
MANILA, Philippines — Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. on Thursday dismissed as baseless a reported claim by Chinese scholars that the Philippines’ northernmost province of Batanes belongs to China through Taiwan, saying the narrative may reflect Beijing’s broader strategic ambitions in the region.
· Gabryelle Dumalag
India and Australia look to fast-track sweeping free trade pact after uranium export deal
India and Australia will fast-track negotiations on a sweeping free trade pact that would open up access for exporters to the world’s most populous country, after sealing an agreement to allow billions of dollars worth of Australian uranium to flow to India.
· Matthew Knott
Heart Evangelista returns to Paris Fashion Week
MANILA, Philippines — Heart Evangelista made another successful appearance at Paris Fashion Week, where the actress and fashion icon crossed paths with international personalities, including Thai influencer Aon Somrutai.
· Iza Iglesias
China’s top DRAM maker sets date for US$4.3b Shanghai IPO amid memory boom
Listing would rank behind only SMIC’s on Shanghai’s Star Market, as AI demand boosts memory-chip market
· Howard Liu
China’s top DRAM maker sets date for US$4.3b Shanghai IPO amid memory boom
Listing would rank behind only SMIC’s on Shanghai’s Star Market, as AI demand boosts memory-chip market
· Howard Liu
Malacañang rejects service extension for retiring Calabarzon top cop Marantan
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· Jairo Bolledo
Jonvic Remulla
Jonvic Remulla (full name: Juanito Victor Catibayan Remulla Jr.) is currently serving his fourth non-consecutive term as governor of Cavite. He was governor for two terms from 2010 to 2016, and was elected again in 2019 and 2022. During his three-year break, his older brother Jesus Crispin (Boying) was elected gover…
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Why bullying still haunts S. Korea's hospitals
Calls grow for stronger staffing rules and independent safeguards as past crackdowns fail to curb hospital bullying
· Lim Jae-seong
CAAP remits P1.2B to national government
MANILA, Philippines — The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) has remitted P1.2 billion to the national government, fulfilling its obligation as a government-owned and controlled corporation (GOCC).
· Benjamin L. Vergara
South Korea's Supreme Court upholds prison sentence for Yoon
A TV screen shows an image of former South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol during a news program at the Seoul Railway Station in Seoul, South Korea, Thursday, July 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Ahn Young-joon)
· Kim Tong Hyung
Korea, Mongolia to unveil vision for ‘golden age’ in relations
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
Like espresso in iced tea: Yeowoorak finds harmony in unlikely pairings
National Theater of Korea's annual summer festival runs through July 25
· Hwang Dong-hee
Chinese man awarded US$73,500 for video featuring Tibet’s beauty, garnering 21 million likes
2,200km journey from Chongqing to Lhasa with two taxi drivers over seven days wins content creator praise for conveying positive values
· Alice Yan
Chinese man awarded US$73,500 for video featuring Tibet’s beauty, garnering 21 million likes
2,200km journey from Chongqing to Lhasa with two taxi drivers over seven days wins content creator praise for conveying positive values
· Alice Yan
South Korea delivery drivers lose legal fight for bargaining rights
A worker loads parcels onto a conveyor belt from a delivery truck at a distribution center in Gwangju, South Korea, on Nov. 10, 2020. © Reuters
· STEVEN BOROWIEC
North Korea uses renamed institute to attack Seoul-Tokyo ties, signals entrenched 'two hostile states' policy
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
Foreign Language Newspapers Association marks 11th anniversary
Diplomats, politicians praise foreign-language media for offering insight and bringing global perspectives to Korea
· Hwang Sun-jun
It costs a record US$99,700 to buy a small car permit in Singapore
The surge in premiums comes ahead of the December 31 expiry of incentives given by the government to encourage EV adoption
· Bloomberg
It costs a record US$99,700 to buy a small car permit in Singapore
The surge in premiums comes ahead of the December 31 expiry of incentives given by the government to encourage EV adoption
· Bloomberg
Seoul, Washington agree to keep Coupang dispute from weighing on alliance: envoy
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
Former Korea Football Association chair and national team coach to be questioned in parliamentary hearing
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
Member of Changwon city council takes maternity leave
Lee Won-joo of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea has become the first member of the Changwon City Council to take maternity leave after giving birth, according to local media reports Thursday.
· Park Jun-hee
(News Focus) S. Korean shipbuilders eye U.S. naval market after Canada submarine setback
SEOUL, July 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's major shipbuilders are turning their attention to the U.S. naval market as Washington shows growing interest in their naval shipbuilding capabilities, raising expectations that Seoul's Make American Shipbuilding Great Again (MASGA) initiative could gain momentum.
· Kim Eun-jung
S. Korea, India's Andhra Pradesh discuss cooperation, support for Korean businesses
SEOUL, July 9 (Yonhap) -- Senior officials from South Korea and the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh met in Seoul on Thursday and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and support Korean companies operating in the state, Seoul's foreign ministry said.
· Oh Seok-min
Prosecutors rule out repatriation for alleged Bali bomber Hambali, tell families trial to start next year
Washington: Prosecutors will seek a life sentence on US soil in the long-awaited military trial of alleged Bali bombing mastermind Encep Nurjaman, better known as “Hambali”, and say they will never entertain a pre-trial agreement that would repatriate him to Indonesia.
· Michael Koziol
Hyundai Motor completes waste-to-hydrogen facility in Cheongju
SEOUL, July 9 (Yonhap) -- Hyundai Motor Group said Thursday it has completed South Korea's first resource-circulating clean hydrogen production facility that uses biogas extracted from sewage sludge.
· Kim Eun-jung
Foreign graduates in Korea see bigger paychecks
Study finds higher earnings, continued study are key factors for international students
· Yoon Min-sik