South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots snapping pictures, report finds
South Korean authorities have found that two fighter jets collided mid-air in 2021 because the pilots were taking pictures and videos.
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The United States has reduced intelligence sharing with South Korea pertaining to eavesdropping on North Korea following an alleged leak tied to sensitive information, according to local media reports.
· Tyler Durden
AI lifts Tokyo, Korea stocks to record highs despite Mideast uncertainty
Investors looked past the U.S.-Iran standoff for now
· Staff Writer
Twins starter Chirinos sidelined with elbow injury
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- The LG Twins announced Wednesday their starting pitcher Yonny Chirinos will be out for at least a month with an elbow injury.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Ohtani sets Asian on-base streak record, surpassing Choo
Shohei Ohtani of the Los Angeles Dodgers has set a new record for the longest streak of consecutive games reaching base by an Asian player in the MLB, surpassing retired Korean star Choo Shin-soo.
· Lee Hyun-joo
N. Korea's Kusong comes into spotlight as little-known but long-suspected nuclear facility site
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- North Korea's western city of Kusong, which came into the spotlight after Unification Minister Chung Dong-young's controversial reference to it as a nuclear facility site, has long been suspected of housing uranium enrichment facilities, though it is not widely known.
· Park Boram
Special counsel seeks 15-yr prison term for ex-interior minister in insurrection appeal
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- A special counsel team on Wednesday sought a 15-year prison term for former Interior Minister Lee Sang-min in an appellate trial over his alleged role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law bid.
· Lee Haye-ah
Appeals court cuts battery maker CEO's prison term to 4 yrs over deadly plant fire
SUWON, South Korea, April 22 (Yonhap) -- An appeals court on Wednesday reduced the prison sentence for lithium battery maker Aricell's chief executive officer (CEO) to four years over a deadly fire at the company's plant in 2024.
· Chae Yun-hwan
KOSPI lands above 6,400 at fresh peak on earnings prospect
South Korean stocks rose to a fresh record high Wednesday, settling above the 6,400 level, as sound corporate earnings outlook outshined lingering uncertainty surrounding US-Iran peace talks. The local currency fell against the US dollar.
· Yonhap
LIG D&A wins 1st deal to export 'Haegung' missiles to Malaysia
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap-Joint Press Corps) -- LIG Defense & Aerospace, a South Korean precision-guided weapons maker, has clinched a deal to export the "Haegung" surface-to-air missile system to Malaysia, marking its first export deal of the weapon, officials said Wednesday.
· Kim Hyun-soo
North Korean hackers suspected of $300M crypto heist
SEOUL, South Korea — A notorious North Korean hacking group is likely behind the theft of nearly $300 million in cryptocurrency over the weekend, an affected party has said, in the biggest known crypto heist this year.
· Agence France-Presse
BTS’ citywide project draws global visitors, boosts tourism in Seoul
BTS’ citywide project “BTS The City: Arirang Seoul” wrapped up its monthlong run with a strong turnout from international visitors, highlighting the group’s impact on tourism in the capital, said Big Hit Music.
· Lee Jung-joo
Commonwealth veterans of Korean War to visit S. Korea this week
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- Veterans and bereaved families from four Commonwealth countries will visit South Korea this week to mark the 75th anniversary of a key battle during the 1950-53 Korean War, the veterans ministry said Wednesday.
· Lee Minji
(LEAD) S. Korean currency retreats from 1-month high as peace talks falter
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· Oh Seok-min
KOSPI lands above 6,400 at fresh peak on earnings prospect
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks rose to a fresh record high Wednesday, settling above the 6,400 level, as sound corporate earnings outlook outshined lingering uncertainty surrounding U.S.-Iran peace talks. The local currency fell against the U.S. dollar.
· Kim Boram
(URGENT) Seoul shares again set fresh record high of 6,417.93 on strong earnings prospects
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· Kim Boram
Yoon's constitutional petition against insurrection tribunal law referred to formal review
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- A constitutional petition filed by former President Yoon Suk Yeol to challenge a new law on the establishment of a dedicated tribunal to handle charges of insurrection has been referred to a formal review by the Constitutional Court, judicial officials said Wednesday.
· Yoo Cheong-mo
Lee vows closer cooperation with Vietnam in nuclear energy, supply chains
HANOI, April 22 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung said Wednesday that South Korea will explore ways to expand cooperation with Vietnam in strategic areas, such as nuclear energy, infrastructure and advanced technologies, to deepen their economic ties.
· Kim Eun-jung
Lee seeks to take Korea-Vietnam ties to ‘more future-oriented, strategic’ level
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
MMCA Cheongju to revisit Bang Hai-ja's luminous works
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- The lifelong works of Bang Hai-ja (1937-2022), whose light-inspired works adorn the Chartres Cathedral in France, will be highlighted in an upcoming retrospective at the Cheongju branch of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art (MMCA).
· Woo Jae-yeon
Notorious drug kingpin indicted month after repatriation from Philippines
SUWON, South Korea, April 22 (Yonhap) -- Investigators indicted an infamous drug trafficker, Park Wang-yeol, on Wednesday, about a month after he was repatriated from the Philippines to undergo an investigation and face possible charges in his home country.
· Chae Yun-hwan
Seoul returns remains of Chinese soldiers killed in Korean War
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 Force…
· Hwang Joo-young
S. Korea, India to launch cross-border QR code-based payment system this year: FSC chief
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and India plan to launch a QR code-based cross-border payment system this year, Seoul's chief financial regulator said Wednesday.
· Park Sang-soo
N. Korea, Russian security chiefs discuss closer law enforcement cooperation
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
Celltrion to buy back 100 bln won in shares to boost shareholder value
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- Celltrion Inc., a leading South Korean biopharmaceutical company, said Wednesday it plans to repurchase 100 billion won (US$68 million) worth of its own shares as part of its efforts to enhance shareholder value.
· Choi Kyong-ae
USFK chief confirms THAAD remains on Korean Peninsula
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 Force…
· Hwang Joo-young
Samsung, SK hynix chip boom sparks career gold rush in Korea
Bonuses nearing $475,000 pull students, workers into chip sector
· Moon Joon-hyun
Prime minister honors late independence fighter at repatriation ceremony
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Kim Min-seok on Wednesday reaffirmed Seoul's pledge to ensure that all independence fighters are laid to rest at home.
· Lee Haye-ah
Korean brands sweep beauty bestseller lists on Japan's Qoo10
eBay Japan said Wednesday that K-beauty products dominated multiple beauty categories on its online marketplace Qoo10 Japan.
· Jeon Ji-woo
Power demand forecast to increase nearly 30 pct by 2040
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's annual electricity demand is expected to jump nearly 30 percent from the current level by 2040, the climate ministry said Wednesday.
· Kim Na-young
(LEAD) S. Korea returns remains of 12 Chinese troops killed in Korean War
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· Lee Minji
World IT Show 2026 opens in Seoul with AI-driven innovation in focus
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- The annual World IT Show 2026 kicked off Wednesday in Seoul, bringing together the latest innovations and future visions in information and communications technology (ICT) from key industry players, the science ministry said.
· Kim Boram
Korean poetry classes get an AI twist
Korean universities are beginning to bring generative AI into literature and language classrooms, with Soongsil University preparing poetry writing courses built around the technology.
· Lee Seung-ku
C-commerce tightens grip on Korea’s retail market
AliExpress, Temu gain ground in Korea as sellers tap cross-border channels
· No Kyung-min
AMCHAM, San Francisco inks MOU to boost S. Korea-U.S. business ties
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea (AMCHAM) on Wednesday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with San Francisco to expand business ties between South Korea and the U.S. city.
· Chang Dong-woo
Hanwha Aerospace partners Northrop on next-generation missile system
Hanwha Aerospace said Wednesday it had signed an agreement with US defense company Northrop Grumman to jointly develop a long-range missile system, marking the South Korean company’s latest push into the US defense market.
· Ahn Sung-mi
Cha In-pyo debuts on stage as Keating in ‘Dead Poets Society’
A stage adaptation of the Oscar-winning film "Dead Poets Society" will make its Korean premiere on July 18 and run through Sept. 13 at Nol Theater in Daehangno, producer Mast International said.
· Hwang Dong-hee
Giants' Lee Jung-hoo takes upper hand over Dodgers' Kim Hye-seong
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- Lee Jung-hoo of the San Francisco Giants collected two hits and drove in a run to take the upper hand over his Los Angeles Dodgers countryman Kim Hye-seong.
· Yoo Jee-ho
North Korea’s Lazarus suspected of stealing US$290 million in KelpDAO cyberattack
Ethereum was ‘drained’ from KelpDAO in the biggest known cryptocurrency heist so far this year
· Agence France-Presse
North Korea’s Lazarus suspected of stealing US$290 million in KelpDAO cyberattack
Ethereum was ‘drained’ from KelpDAO in the biggest known cryptocurrency heist so far this year
· Agence France-Presse
Brews for the boys: Starbucks truck to bring fresh coffee to rural areas, barracks
Starbucks Korea on Wednesday unveiled its mobile coffee trailer, “S:Buck-Cha,” to extend its store experience beyond towns and cities to rural areas, disaster sites and even frontline units.
· Lee Han-gyoul
Today in Korean history
1919 -- A group of 24 leaders from Korea's independence movement declares the establishment of a provisional government in Shanghai aimed at gaining freedom from Japanese colonial rule.
· Kim Na-young
Gyeonggi introduces day tours from Seoul to international tourists
Program connects Seoul hubs to key attractions, eliminating public transport barriers
· Choi Jeong-yoon
Ive’s Gaeul as reading ambassador
Gaeul of K-pop group Ive has been selected as a partner for this year's Reading Korea campaign, her agency Starship Entertainment said.
· Hwang Dong-hee
Creator of Korean coffee mix Jo Pil-je dies at 101
Jo Pil-je, former vice chairman of Dongsuh Foods and the executive widely credited with creating South Korea’s instant “coffee mix,” died Monday at 101.
· Yoon Min-sik
High-profile inmates are cashing in behind bars
Former President Yoon and former first lady Kim received more than W1.3b, while Cho Kuk and Chung Kyung-shim took in at least W240m
· Lee Seung-ku
Yellow dust keeps air quality ‘bad’ across South Korea
South Korea is experiencing poor air quality nationwide Wednesday due to lingering yellow dust from Tuesday.
· Tammy Park
HD Hyundai Heavy wins 627 bln-won power equipment order in U.S.
SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, South Korea's leading shipbuilder, said Wednesday it has secured a 627 billion-won (US$424 million) contract to supply power generation equipment to a U.S. energy infrastructure company.
· Choi Kyong-ae
3-term lawmaker vows to make Incheon more immigrant-friendly
Rep. Park Chan-dae of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea is envisioning a self-sufficient, immigrant-friendly Incheon as he vies for the city's mayor's post in June.
· Son Ji-hyoung
Bahraini envoy highlights 50 years of ties with S. Korea
Bahrain Ambassador Saud Hasan Ali Al-Nusuf marked the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between South Korea and Bahrain, underlining cooperation across political, economic and cultural spheres.
· Sanjay Kumar