Giants outfielder Lee Jung-hoo placed on injured list with back strain
SEOUL, May 23 (Yonhap) -- Lee Jung-hoo of the San Francisco Giants has landed on the 10-day injured list (IL) with a mid-back strain.
· Yoo Jee-ho
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Newest first · UTC+10:00Absentee ballots readied for local elections
Election officials inspect absentee ballots and campaign materials at the Guro-gu Election Commission in Seoul on Saturday, ahead of mailing them to voters unable to cast their ballots in person for the ninth nationwide local elections.
· Lee Seung-ku
Korean, Egyptian archaeologists find ancient temple gate blocks during restoration work in Luxor
Korean and Egyptian archaeologists working to restore the Ramesseum, one of the most significant funerary temples of ancient Egypt, have discovered several blocks belonging to one of the temple’s gates hidden under the sands.
· MIRIAM SELA-EITAM
Lee vows to carry on ex-President Roh's legacy at memorial ceremony
SEOUL, May 23 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Saturday vowed to continue the legacy of late former President Roh Moo-hyun by building a nation founded on fairness, inclusion and respect for human dignity.
· Woo Jae-yeon
Today in Korean history
1947 -- Former independence fighter and nationalist Yeo Un-hyeong launches a center-left party called the Geulloinmindang (Labor People Party) seeking to unify Korea, divided by the shared occupation by the United States and the Soviet Union. Yeo's efforts failed, however, as he was assassinated that year.
· Woo Jae-yeon
Mongolian man gets suspended sentence for trying to exchange fake yen found at waste site
The Seoul Central District Court sentenced a Mongolian man to six months in prison, suspended for one year, for attempting to exchange 9.4 million won ($6,200) worth of counterfeit Japanese yen he found at his workplace, local media reported Saturday.
· Lee Seung-ku
‘Amazon.com of South Korea’ Is New Source of Tension With U.S.
Last November, President Trump and his South Korean counterpart, Lee Jae Myung, unveiled a landmark investment and security deal, pledging to open a new chapter in the seven-decade alliance between their nations. Six months on, that bonhomie has turned into gridlock.
· Choe Sang Hun
Bill seeks to raise Korea immigration chief to vice ministerial rank
A bill has been introduced at the National Assembly to elevate the head of the Justice Ministry’s Korea Immigration Service to vice ministerial rank, in a move aimed at strengthening Korea’s immigration policy apparatus amid a growing foreign resident population, legal circles said Saturday.
· Lee Seung-ku
Pyongyang brands Japan's security overhaul bid to become 'war state'
North Korea has stepped up its criticism of Japan's push to overhaul its key security legislation, denouncing it as "reckless militaristic acts."
· Yonhap
Pyongyang brands Japan's security overhaul bid to become 'war state'
SEOUL, May 23 (Yonhap) -- North Korea has stepped up its criticism of Japan's push to overhaul its key security legislation, denouncing it as "reckless militaristic acts."
· Woo Jae-yeon
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
SEOUL, May 23 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on May 23.
· Woo Jae-yeon
'I've always believed I could hit': ex-MLB slugger Hiura ready to showcase what he has in KBO
SEOUL, May 23 (Yonhap) -- Having flashed power potential earlier in his career, former major league infielder Keston Hiura believes he still has a lot to give, now that he has taken his talent to South Korea.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Si Woo Kim settles for 60 at Byron Nelson after bogey on final hole
Si Woo Kim, of South Korea, watches his tee shot on the 14th hole during the first round of the Byron Nelson golf tournament in McKinney, Texas, Thursday, May 21, 2026. (AP Photo/LM Otero)
· Schuyler Dixon
North Korea's powerhouse women footballers are in Seoul to fight for title
Pounding rain and strong winds did not stop more than 5,000 spectators from turning up at a football stadium in Suwon, just south of Seoul, on Wednesday night.
· Yuna Ku
Boracay pop-up introduces Korean skincare line to local market
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· The Manila Times
North Korean women deny they play ‘rough’ ahead of Asian Champions League club final
Naegohyang coach Ri Yu-il expects final against Japanese side Tokyo Verdy Beleza to be played according to the letter of the law
· Agence France-Presse
North Korean women deny they play ‘rough’ ahead of Asian Champions League club final
Naegohyang coach Ri Yu-il expects final against Japanese side Tokyo Verdy Beleza to be played according to the letter of the law
· Agence France-Presse
Ex-NIS deputy chief denies allegations of delivering message backing Yoon's martial law
A former senior official of South Korea's spy agency denied allegations that he delivered a message to the United States supporting former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law bid during questioning by a special counsel team Friday.
· Yonhap
BTS fans create a sea of Korean flags at sold-out Stanford Stadium concert
Group draws 152,000 fans across three shows, announces Asia-Australia leg of “Arirang” world tour
· Lee Jung-joo
(LEAD) Ex-NIS deputy chief denies allegations of delivering message backing Yoon's martial law
(ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; UPDATES throughout)
· Kang Yoon-seung
Police investigating fake news mocking May 18 democracy uprising
Police said Friday they were investigating fake news posted online mocking the 1980 democracy uprising in the southwestern city of Gwangju by claiming the movement was orchestrated by North Korea.
· Yonhap
Civil servant unions join Starbucks boycott over 'Tank Day' event
Civil servant unions have called on their members to boycott Starbucks Korea over a promotional event that evoked painful memories of a brutal military crackdown on the 1980 pro-democracy movement, officials said Friday.
· Yonhap
K-pop stars BTS to hold 3 concerts at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium in 2027
Boy band will perform on March 4, 6 and 7 as part of their ‘Arirang’ world tour with tickets priced at up to HK$3,299 each
· Edith Lin
Israel deports hundreds of Gaza flotilla activists amid international outcry | South China Morning Post
South Korea accused Israel of ‘going too far’ in detaining two of its nationals who were part of an aid flotilla headed to Gaza.
Samsung chief discusses potential partnership with Taiwan's top fabless firm
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong met with the head of MediaTek, Taiwan's leading fabless semiconductor company, earlier this week to discuss partnership, industry sources said Friday.
· Kang Yoon-seung
Police investigating fake news mocking May 18 democracy uprising
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- Police said Friday they were investigating fake news posted online mocking the 1980 democracy uprising in the southwestern city of Gwangju by claiming the movement was orchestrated by North Korea.
· Kang Yoon-seung
Can art heal the brain?
Seoul research suggests art therapy may strengthen self-control, reduce aggression in teens
· Park Ga-young
Kosdaq soars 5% on public investment fund hopes
South Korea's secondary bourse Kosdaq surged nearly 5 percent on Friday, backed by growing expectations over a public investment fund aimed at fostering strategic industries.
· Im Eun-byel
S. Korea finalizes plan to buy SM-6 missiles for Aegis destroyers
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
Spotify wants K-pop fans to experience music beyond the app
Streaming giant highlights fan engagement strategy ahead of Le Sserafim’s exclusive ‘Pure Flowers Live’ showcase in Seoul
· Kim Jae-heun
Inside 'Perfect Crown' controversy: Why its portrayal of Joseon royal rituals sparks outrage in Korea
Production faces potential repayment of state funding despite director's apology
· Lee Yoon-seo
S. Korea's currency hits 1 1/2-month low as oil prices climb
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean won sharply weakened against the U.S. dollar Friday as oil prices climbed over renewed uncertainties surrounding the peace deal between the United States and Iran to end the war in the Middle East.
· Deok-Hyun Kim
Seoul education chief candidates clash over student rights ordinance
Candidates for Seoul education superintendent clashed over the city’s student rights ordinance in Friday's televised debate, ahead of the June 3 local elections.
· Lee Seung-ku
Busan temples offer lodging for fans coming to attend BTS concerts
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- Buddhist temples in Busan and surrounding regions will open their doors to fans of K-pop supergroup BTS, offering accommodation for those coming to attend the group's world tour concerts in South Korea's southeastern city next month, organizers said Friday.
· Shim Sun-ah
S. Korea to develop interceptor drones against exploding drone threats: DAPA
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
Ex-senior presidential official appears for arrest warrant hearing
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- A former chief of staff to now-jailed President Yoon Suk Yeol appeared at a court Friday for a hearing on his potential arrest over alleged irregularities in the 2022 relocation of the presidential residence.
· Chae Yun-hwan
(2nd LD) Seoul shares end higher for 2nd day on U.S.-Iran deal hope; won sharply down
(ATTN: ADDS bond yields at bottom)
· Kim Han-joo
(2nd LD) Lee discusses S. Korea's labor policy in AI era with ILO chief
(ATTN: UPDATES with new info in last 2 paras)
· Park Boram
(LEAD) S. Korea to acquire U.S. SM-6 missile interceptors for deployment by 2034
(ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead to clarify deployment scheduled for 2034; ADDS other details in paras 10 and 13)By Kim Seung-yeon
· Kim Seung-yeon
Korea's SpaceX-linked shares surge ahead of blockbuster IPO
With Elon Musk’s rocket company SpaceX set to make its record-breaking stock market debut next month, South Korean stocks tied to the firm have rallied sharply on expectations surrounding what could become the world's largest initial public offering.
· Im Eun-byel
(LEAD) Seoul shares end higher for 2nd day on U.S.-Iran deal hope; won sharply down
(ATTN: ADDS more info throughout; CHANGES photo)
· Kim Han-joo
DAPA launches project to develop hard-kill interceptor drones to counter 'suicide drones'
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- The state arms procurement agency said Friday it has launched an interceptor drone development project to better respond to "suicide drones" changing the modern warfare landscape.
· Kim Hyun-soo
Key developments on North Korea this week
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- The following are key developments regarding North Korea this week.
· Kim Hyun-soo
Summary of domestic news in North Korea this week
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- The following is a summary of domestic news in North Korea this week.
· Kim Hyun-soo
Summary of inter-Korean news this week
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- The following is a summary of inter-Korean news this week.
· Kim Hyun-soo
EcoPro Innovation wins first direct lithium supply deal with automaker
South Korean battery materials maker EcoPro Innovation said Friday it had signed a four-year deal to supply lithium hydroxide to a global automaker, enough to power roughly 200,000 vehicles.
· Ahn Sung-mi
8 out of 10 diabetics in their 30s also have obesity: study
Over half of adults with diabetes in Korea have obesity, a recent study by local scholars showed on Friday, with cases particularly high among patients in their 30s and 40s.
· Yoon Min-sik
Seoul shares end higher for 2nd day on U.S.-Iran deal hope; won sharply down
SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks closed mildly higher Friday, extending their win for a second straight session, amid rising hopes for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict between the United States and Iran. The local currency lost ground against the U.S. dollar.
· Kim Han-joo
(URGENT) Seoul shares end higher for 2nd day on U.S.-Iran deal hope; won sharply down
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· Kim Han-joo
CICI forum examines what makes K-content globally competitive
The Korea Image Communication Institute (CICI) held the 17th Culture Communication Forum on Thursday, exploring the future of Korean cultural content and its competitiveness.
· Park Yuna