[2026-05-09 07:55 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Bessent to visit S. Korea next week en route to China for Trump-Xi summit: sources

Snippet: SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to visit South Korea next week for talks with senior officials in Seoul, sources said Saturday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508012400315

[2026-05-09 07:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: N. Korea's Kim reaffirms commitment to deepening ties with Russia in Victory Day message

Snippet: SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sent a congratulatory message to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia's Victory Day celebration, reaffirming Pyongyang's commitment to prioritizing and deepening ties with Moscow, state media reported Saturday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260509000600315

[2026-05-09 07:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea, U.S. sign MOU to advance shipbuilding cooperation

Snippet: WASHINGTON, May 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the United States on Friday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to advance bilateral shipbuilding cooperation, the U.S. International Trade Administration said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260509000500315

[2026-05-09 03:11 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: BTS y el público mexicano se reencuentran tras casi una década

Snippet: A fan sings while waiting for the start the South Korean band BTS concert, in Mexico City, Thursday, May 7, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Llano)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/bts-mexico-gira-arirang-army-sheinbaum-8ec0426d593162231b870c0941ced2ce

[2026-05-09 02:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: 'The King's Warden' duo scores wins at Baeksang Awards

Snippet: SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- The historical drama film "The King's Warden" scored major wins at the 62nd Baeksang Awards on Friday, with its main cast clinching both the grand prize and best new actor in the film category.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260509000200315

[2026-05-09 01:00 UTC+10:00] [Music] [Factuality: 90]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: Are Katseye transforming K-pop or making ‘skibidi toilet music’? Either way, fans will tearfully wait hours for a glimpse

Snippet: Katseye blends US sensibilities with the hard-hitting choreography, branding and relentless perfectionism of Korean pop music – and ‘Eyekons’ can’t get enough

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/music/ng-interactive/2026/may/09/katseye-k-pop-usa-girl-group-band-members-fans

[2026-05-08 23:16 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea to distribute 2.25 million movie discount vouchers from May 13

Snippet: The South Korean government will distribute 2.25 million movie discount vouchers worth 6,000 won ($4.08) each starting May 13, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said Friday, accelerating support for a film industry it describes as still in structural decline despite recent box office hits.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734195

[2026-05-08 22:50 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Tigers slugger Rodriguez sets record with 4 consecutive homers to begin KBO career

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- New Kia Tigers infielder Aderlin Rodriguez on Friday became the first player to have four home runs as his first four hits to start a career in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO).

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508012300315

[2026-05-08 22:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The National (UAE)

Title: Best photos of May 8: Dancers in Morocco to the Palestine Marathon | The National

Snippet: Previous slideNext slide Dancers perform during the opening of the Rose Festival in Kelaat M'Gouna, Morocco. EPAInfo Preparations get under way for the Buddha's birthday at Jogyesa Temple in Seoul. EPAInfo A woman sleeps as election staff count votes during the Havering local council election in Romford, England. Getty ImagesInfo Rayo Vallecano fans with banners and flares in the stands during the Uefa Conference League semi final between RC Strasbourg and Rayo Vallecano, in Strasbourg, France.

Read full article: https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/2026/05/08/best-photos-of-may-8-dancers-in-morocco-to-the-palestine-marathon-2/

[2026-05-08 20:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Lee, Canadian PM discuss by phone cooperation in freedom of navigation in Hormuz, energy supplies

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung held a phone call with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday and discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation, including efforts to secure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508012100315

[2026-05-08 20:38 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee, first lady meet merchants, shoppers at traditional market in central Seoul

Snippet: President Lee Jae Myung and first lady Kim Hea Kyung on Friday visited a traditional market in central Seoul and met with merchants and shoppers as part of efforts to check on people's livelihoods.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734140

[2026-05-08 20:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China’s sharper tech edge forces South Korea to rethink decades of industrial ties

Snippet: Scholars urge a pivot to shared AI and EV standards and cooperation, while an upgraded China-South Korea free-trade pact is deemed vital

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3352913/how-chinas-sharper-tech-edge-forces-south-korea-rethink-decades-industrial-ties?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-08 20:30 UTC+10:00] [Samsung Global Research China] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: How China’s sharper tech edge forces South Korea to rethink decades of industrial ties

Snippet: Scholars urge a pivot to shared AI and EV standards and cooperation, while an upgraded China-South Korea free-trade pact is deemed vital

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3352913/how-chinas-sharper-tech-edge-forces-south-korea-rethink-decades-industrial-ties

[2026-05-08 20:10 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: PPP leader says public concerned about Lee's 'hasty' push to retake wartime troop control

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The main opposition party leader on Friday claimed that the public is concerned about President Lee Jae Myung's "hasty" push to retake wartime operational control (OPCON) of troops from Washington, calling for adjustments in his security policy.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508012000315

[2026-05-08 19:01 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: BTS comeback fuels Korea’s first travel surplus in 11 years

Snippet: South Korea recorded its first monthly travel account surplus in more than 11 years in March, largely attributed to K-pop superband BTS’ return, which drew a significant influx of foreign visitors to the country.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734101

[2026-05-08 18:52 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Lee, first lady meet merchants, shoppers at traditional market in central Seoul

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung and first lady Kim Hea Kyung on Friday visited a traditional market in central Seoul and met with merchants and shoppers as part of efforts to check on people's livelihoods.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508011800315

[2026-05-08 18:33 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: PPP leader claims Lee government’s foreign policy could weaken US alliance

Snippet: I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the ROK–US Combined Forces Command.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734080

[2026-05-08 18:32 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Capital Group buys into KT&G with 5% stake

Snippet: Capital Group, one of the world's largest asset managers, has acquired a more than 5 percent stake in South Korean tobacco company KT&G, adding its name to a growing list of heavyweight foreign shareholders.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734079

[2026-05-08 18:23 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: World Bank discusses Korea's role in green growth

Snippet: Plenary session highlights how Korea-backed trust fund supports developing economies

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734077

[2026-05-08 18:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Appeals court finds ex-prosecutor guilty in bribery case involving ex-first lady

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- An appeals court on Friday overturned a lower court's acquittal of a former prosecutor on charges of violating the anti-graft law in a bribery case involving former first lady Kim Keon Hee.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508010400315

[2026-05-08 18:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Samsung Electronics' labor union, management to hold follow-up wage talks next week

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- Samsung Electronics Co.'s labor union said Friday it will resume negotiations with management next week after an initial round of talks broke down over bonuses.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508010600320

[2026-05-08 17:57 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: J-pop gains traction among young Korean listeners

Snippet: Japanese artists adopt K-pop’s longtime localization strategies in Japan — and audiences are responding

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734054

[2026-05-08 17:51 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: South Korean conservative leader casts US ties as key to national strength

Snippet: Jang Dong-hyeok, leader of South Korea's opposition conservative People Power Party, speaks at a news conference in Seoul on May 8. (Photo by Ahn Seong-bok)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/politics/south-korean-conservative-leader-casts-us-ties-as-key-to-national-strength

[2026-05-08 17:48 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Top Asian football body hopes to keep focus on football in all-Korean match

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- Asia's football governing body has expressed its hope to keep politics and the sport separate when women's clubs from the two Koreas clash in a much-anticipated match south of the border later this month.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508010100315

[2026-05-08 17:40 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (2nd LD) Seoul shares soar to fresh high despite renewed Mideast tensions; won sharply down

Snippet: (ATTN: ADDS bond yields at bottom; CHANGES photo)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007652320

[2026-05-08 17:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Police to strengthen patrols as deadly random attack fuels public fear

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- Police said Friday they will step up patrols and inspections after the recent random killing of a female high school student in the southwestern city of Gwangju sparked public anxiety.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508009700315

[2026-05-08 17:33 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Kospi closes just shy of 7,500

Snippet: The South Korean benchmark Kospi extended its gains Friday, finishing a touch below the 7,500-point threshold.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734038

[2026-05-08 17:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea not considering military logistics support pact with Japan: defense ministry

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korea is not considering signing a bilateral military logistics support agreement with Japan, a defense ministry official said Friday, following a report suggesting Tokyo seeks to push for such a deal.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508009200315

[2026-05-08 17:08 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: New Zealand brings Maori spirit to Seoul

Snippet: A vibrant evening of Maori storytelling in Seoul on Thursday amplified shared values of heritage, ancestry, and community with values.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734013

[2026-05-08 17:06 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Itaewon disaster committee decides to file complaint against Yongsan ward chief

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- A special investigation committee on the 2022 Itaewon crowd crush decided Friday to file a complaint against the head of the Yongsan ward office for allegedly giving instructions that prevented officials from immediately responding to the tragedy.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508008400315

[2026-05-08 17:04 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Special envoy visits Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq to discuss Mideast conflict, bilateral ties

Snippet: A special envoy of South Korea's foreign minister has visited Kuwait, Bahrain and Iraq and met with officials to discuss cooperation in energy, infrastructure and other sectors amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, Seoul's foreign ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10734007

[2026-05-08 17:03 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: PM holds ODA meeting focused on healthcare, cultural sectors

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Kim Min-seok presided over a meeting Friday to discuss how to carry out South Korea's official development assistance (ODA) over the next five years, including strategies for aid in the healthcare and cultural sectors, his office said.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508008100315

[2026-05-08 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Key developments on North Korea this week

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The following are key developments regarding North Korea this week.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508003800315

[2026-05-08 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Summary of domestic news in North Korea this week

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The following is a summary of domestic news in North Korea this week.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508004100315

[2026-05-08 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Summary of inter-Korean news this week

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The following is a summary of inter-Korean news this week.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508004300315

[2026-05-08 17:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Summary of external news of North Korea this week

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The following is a summary of external news on North Korea this week.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508004400315

[2026-05-08 16:59 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) Seoul shares soar to fresh high despite renewed Mideast tensions; won sharply down

Snippet: (ATTN: ADDS more info, comments in paras 3-4, 8-15)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007651320

[2026-05-08 16:57 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Special envoy visits Kuwait, Bahrain, Iraq to discuss Mideast conflict, bilateral ties

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- A special envoy of South Korea's foreign minister has visited Kuwait, Bahrain and Iraq and met with officials to discuss cooperation in energy, infrastructure and other sectors amid the ongoing Middle East conflict, Seoul's foreign ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508009100315

[2026-05-08 16:38 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Top court upholds two-year prison term for Hankook & Co. chair

Snippet: South Korea’s Supreme Court on Friday has confirmed a two-year prison sentence for Cho Hyun-bum, chair of auto parts and tire-maker Hankook & Co., after finding him guilty of the embezzlement of company funds and breach of trust.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10733963

[2026-05-08 16:32 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Seoul shares soar to fresh high despite renewed Mideast tensions; won sharply down

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks extended their winning streak to a fourth session Friday, reversing an earlier loss amid renewed Middle East tensions. The local currency dropped sharply against the U.S. dollar.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007600320

[2026-05-08 16:31 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (URGENT) Seoul shares again end at fresh peak of 7,498.00 despite renewed Mideast tensions

Snippet: Facebook X More Pinterest Linked in Tumblr Reddit Facebook Messenger Copy URL URL is copied. OK

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007500320

[2026-05-08 16:26 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Ruling party fails to push through constitutional amendment bill amid opposition boycott

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The ruling Democratic Party's (DP) push to put a constitutional change to a national vote in the upcoming local elections fell through Friday as the main opposition People Power Party (PPP) continued to boycott a parliamentary vote on the proposal.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007400315

[2026-05-08 16:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Half of grandparents taking care of grandchildren are reluctant: survey

Snippet: Many older people in Korea are sharing the child-rearing burden of their own children, but a survey showed Friday that a substantial portion of them would rather not help out so much.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10733942

[2026-05-08 16:11 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Top convenience chains boost profit on leaner tactics

Snippet: South Korea's two largest convenience store chains notched record quarterly revenue in the first quarter, prioritizing profitability over expansion amid high inflation.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10733928

[2026-05-08 16:07 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea holds evacuation drill simulating political unrest in Georgia

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- The foreign ministry said Friday it has conducted a simulation drill in Georgia for the evacuation of South Koreans in the event of political unrest as part of efforts to strengthen overseas crisis response capabilities.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007300315

[2026-05-08 16:05 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: 4th S. Korean oil tanker successfully transits through Red Sea

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- A South Korean vessel has successfully passed through the Red Sea and is currently en route home, marking the fourth oil shipment of its kind, the oceans ministry said Friday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007200320

[2026-05-08 16:05 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Chinese EV makers’ aggressive Korea push challenges Hyundai, Kia

Snippet: Chinese electric vehicle makers are rapidly expanding into Korea, with premium EV brand Zeekr emerging as a new challenger to Hyundai Motor’s Ioniq lineup in the premium mainstream segment, while BYD intensifies price competition against mass-market models from Kia.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10733922

[2026-05-08 16:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Special committee files complaints against 31 figures in alleged fabrication by prosecution

Snippet: SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- A special parliamentary committee filed complaints Friday against 31 individuals linked to allegations of fabricated indictments, including cases involving President Lee Jae Myung, on charges of perjury and others.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260508007100315

[2026-05-08 15:52 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: 10-member alleged stock rigging group included celebrities, financial experts

Snippet: South Korean prosecutors on Friday said they have indicted nine individuals for allegations of stock price rigging, the list of which included a former soccer player, the husband of a TV celebrity and a high-ranking official of a securities firm.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10733907

[2026-05-08 15:48 UTC+10:00] [South Korea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Guardian Australia

Title: I, robe-ot: the android monk working to reboot the faith of South Korea’s Buddhists

Snippet: Jogyesa temple in South Korea initiated Gabi, a humanoid robot into its order this week, as it combats falling participation and interest

Read full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/08/jogyesa-temple-south-korea-humanoid-ai-robot-gabi