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INCHEON, May 10 (Yonhap) -- Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back said Sunday that South Korea and the United States face "no major issues" in accelerating the transfer of wartime operational control (OPCON), stressing that the allies have made "significant progress" in meeting the conditions agreed upon by the two sides fo…
SEOUL, May 10 (Yonhap) -- South Korean low-cost carriers have cut 900 round-trip flights, and introduced unpaid leave and other emergency measures as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has driven up fuel prices, industry officials said Sunday.
SEOUL, May 10 (Yonhap) -- The number of schools overseas teaching the Korean language increased by 54 percent over the last four years, partly reflecting the growing popularity of Korean culture, a lawmaker said Sunday, citing education ministry data.
SEOUL, May 10 (Yonhap) -- Individuals' overdraft credit loans at major commercial banks have climbed to their highest level in more than three years as investors seek funds for stock investments amid a bullish market, data showed Sunday.
Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked a North Korean military commander after North Korean troops took part in Russia's Victory Day military parade, the North's state media reported Sunday, in the latest sign of deepening ties between the two countries.
SEOUL, May 10 (Yonhap) -- Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked a North Korean military commander after North Korean troops took part in Russia's Victory Day military parade, the North's state media reported Sunday, in the latest sign of deepening ties between the two countries.
Armed with a smartphone, a new breed of remote criminal operates from Southeast Asia’s prisons.
Years after three high-profile K-pop suicides shook South Korea’s idol machine, the grief – and guilt – remains
Years after three high-profile K-pop suicides shook South Korea’s idol machine, the grief – and guilt – remains
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SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- North Korean troops marched in Russia's Victory Day military parade held in Moscow on Saturday, according to footage released by Russia's Tass news agency, in a show of the growing military ties between the two nations.
DUBAI, May 9 (Yonhap) -- A South Korean government team continued its investigation Saturday into the cause of a fire aboard a cargo ship operated by Korean shipping firm HMM while it was stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, officials said.
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Six-course pairing dinner at The Westin Josun Seoul explores the diversity of Korean traditional alcohol through storytelling
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…
Report shows 1 in 5 Seoul residents in 40s, 50s living alone
The Seoul Friendship Festival, the city’s flagship multicultural festival, kicked off Saturday at Dongdaemun Design Plaza, bringing together embassies and cultural organizations from 73 countries.
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the UAE are among major oil producers looking to South Korea’s underground storage facilities, officials say
Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the UAE are among major oil producers looking to South Korea’s underground storage facilities, officials say
1948 -- Southern Korea holds a general election for 198 lawmakers, an action that led to the formation of a government separate from that of northern Korea. North Korea established its government in September of that year.
LVMH Chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault is expected to visit South Korea next week for the first time in three years, industry sources said Saturday.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering visiting South Korea later this month and holding summit talks with President Lee Jae Myung in his hometown of Andong, Japanese media outlets said Saturday, citing diplomatic sources.
SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- LVMH Chairman and CEO Bernard Arnault is expected to visit South Korea next week for the first time in three years, industry sources said Saturday.
SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back will visit the United States next week for talks with U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, the defense ministry said Saturday, as the allies seek to discuss a host of pending issues, including the transfer of wartime operational control (OPCON).
SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is considering visiting South Korea later this month and holding summit talks with President Lee Jae Myung in his hometown of Andong, Japanese media outlets said Saturday, citing diplomatic sources.
Two Chinese fishing boats were seized near the border island of Baengnyeong in the Yellow Sea on suspicions of illegal fishing in South Korean waters, the Coast Guard said Saturday.
President Lee Jae Myung said Saturday he survived a 2024 knife attack thanks to people's support and will devote himself wholly to the country, a day after the state civil rights commission overturned an earlier decision with regard to his airlift to Seoul from Busan at the time of the attack.
US President Donald Trump said Friday that "I love South Korea," despite his earlier show of displeasure over a lack of support by Seoul and other allies for the United States' military operation against Iran.
SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung said Saturday he survived a 2024 knife attack thanks to people's support and will devote himself wholly to the country, a day after the state civil rights commission overturned an earlier decision with regard to his airlift to Seoul from Busan at the time of the attack.
South Korean brokerages are seeking partnerships and expanding infrastructure for foreign omnibus accounts to attract more foreign investors, who have been instrumental in fueling the recent tech rally that pushed the country's benchmark index to unprecedented levels.
SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- Two Chinese fishing boats were seized near the border island of Baengnyeong in the Yellow Sea on suspicions of illegal fishing in South Korean waters, the Coast Guard said Saturday.
WASHINGTON, May 8 (Yonhap) -- U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that "I love South Korea," despite his earlier show of displeasure over a lack of support by Seoul and other allies for the United States' military operation against Iran.
SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on May 9.
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SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- South Korean brokerages are seeking partnerships and expanding infrastructure for foreign omnibus accounts to attract more foreign investors, who have been instrumental in fueling the recent tech rally that pushed the country's benchmark index to unprecedented levels.
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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.
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.
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.
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)
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.
Katseye blends US sensibilities with the hard-hitting choreography, branding and relentless perfectionism of Korean pop music – and ‘Eyekons’ can’t get enough
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.
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).
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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.
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.
Scholars urge a pivot to shared AI and EV standards and cooperation, while an upgraded China-South Korea free-trade pact is deemed vital
Scholars urge a pivot to shared AI and EV standards and cooperation, while an upgraded China-South Korea free-trade pact is deemed vital
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.
