Clinical trial approvals in South Korea exceed 50 in Q1
SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- More than 50 clinical trials were approved in the first quarter of this year, with over 80 percent led by overseas entities, data showed Tuesday.
· Kim Boram
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Newest first · UTC+11:00Hwang Hee-chan faces murky future with Wolverhampton's relegation
SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- Wolverhampton Wanderers have been relegated from the Premier League to the second division in English football, with their South Korean international Hwang Hee-chan now facing a murky future.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Bessent says S. Korea-US critical minerals framework finalized
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said that South Korea and the United States have finalized a cooperation framework on critical minerals, expressing expectations that it will help address non-market policies and unfair trade practices, according to his department.
· Yonhap
Samsung Electronics joins hands with IKEA to expand SmartThings platform
SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- Samsung Electronics Co. said Tuesday it has expanded its SmartThings connectivity platform to support products from Swedish furniture giant IKEA.
· Kim Boram
[Graphic News] National Museum of Korea ranks 3rd globally in visitors
The National Museum of Korea ranked third in the world for visitor numbers in 2025, surpassing the British Museum and New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, according to industry data.
· Nam Kyung-don
BTS' 'Swim' ranks No. 10 on Billboard singles chart
SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- K-pop juggernaut BTS placed at No. 10 on the Billboard's Hot 100 singles chart with "Swim" in its fourth week on the chart after debuting at No. 1.
· Shim Sun-ah
Russia's interior minister arrives in N. Korea for talks over law enforcement cooperation: report
SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- Russia's interior minister has arrived in North Korea for talks on enhancing cooperation in law enforcement between the two nations, a Russian news report showed Tuesday.
· Kim Soo-yeon
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 21)
Unification minister's remarks raise concerns over alliance trust
· Chae Yun-hwan
(EDITORIAL from The Korea Times on April 21)
Cool-headed approach toward North Korea
· Chae Yun-hwan
(EDITORIAL from The Korea Herald on April 21)
Unchecked police: Nonreferral without prosecutorial checks allows delays, cover-ups, vanishing cases
· Chae Yun-hwan
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
SEOUL, April 21 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on April 21.
· Chae Yun-hwan
Lee, Modi agree to take Korea-India ties to ‘whole new level’: Seoul
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
Japan lender joins Vietnam, South Korea players for onshore fish farming
An onshore aquaculture facility in South Korea. (MegaPlan)
· Staff Writer
[Grace Kao] Community-building at BTS concerts
Like many BTS Army, I traveled from abroad to Korea to attend one of BTS’s concerts in Goyang earlier this month.
· Korea Herald
Bessent says S. Korea-U.S. critical minerals framework finalized
WASHINGTON, April 20 (Yonhap) -- U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said that South Korea and the United States have finalized a cooperation framework on critical minerals, expressing expectations that it will help address non-market policies and unfair trade practices, according to his department.
· Song Sang-ho
South Korea's Lee in India for talks on shipping, AI
NEW DELHI - India gave a red-carpet welcome for South Korean President Lee Jae-myung in New Delhi on Monday, with shipbuilding and artificial intelligence high on the agenda for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
· Agence France-Presse
Remains of US soldier who went missing in Korean war laid to rest after 75 years
Sgt Celestino Chavez Jr, accounted for in 2025, given full burial honors and posthumous medals in New Mexico
· Victoria Bekiempis
North Korea uses cluster bombs in latest missile test: KCNA
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· Agence France-Presse
In New Delhi, first lady Kim joins K-Pop frenzy with J.Y. Park
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
Lee, Modi weigh one-stop desks under their offices to break business bottlenecks
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
Lee pitches Korea-India future on win-win cooperation in advanced industries
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
President approves nomination of Shin Hyun-song as BOK governor
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Monday approved the appointment of Shin Hyun-song as governor of the Bank of Korea, according to Cheong Wa Dae.
· Lee Jung-joo
Lee eyes doubling S. Korea-India trade amid push for deeper economic ties
President Lee Jae Myung on Monday called for efforts to more than double bilateral trade between South Korea and India by tapping growth potential and exploring new business opportunities in advanced technologies and shipbuilding.
· Yonhap
(3rd LD) S. Korea, India agree to cooperate on energy supply chains amid Mideast war
(ATTN: ADDS presidential aide's briefing in last 2 paras, photo)By Kim Eun-jung
· Kim Eun-jung
What to expect in Virginia's special election on redistricting
Campaign direct mail advertisements about a Virginia special election on redistricting are on display in Arlington, Va., on April 16, 2026. (AP Photo/Robert Yoon)
· Robert Yoon
(LEAD) Lee eyes doubling S. Korea-India trade amid push for deeper economic ties
(ATTN: UPDATES throughout with latest details; CHANGES headline, lead, photos) By Kim Eun-jung
· Kim Eun-jung
Jisoo not linked to family member under police investigation: attorney
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- BLACKPINK member Jisoo is not connected to a family member under police investigation, an attorney representing her agency, Blissoo, said Monday.
· Yi Wonju
South Korea's Lee and India's Modi agree to deepen AI and chip ties
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is greeted by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi outside of the presidential palace in New Delhi on April 20. Modi later mentioned Indians' affinity for K-pop and K-dramas and said, "We are happy that President Lee himself is an admirer of Indian cinema." © Reuters
· KIRAN SHARMA
South Korea-US tensions flare over ‘intelligence leak’ claims, Pyongyang policy
Unification Minister Chung Dong-young rejects accusations he leaked sensitive information about North Korea’s Kusong nuclear facility
· Park Chan-kyong
South Korea-US tensions flare over ‘intelligence leak’ claims, Pyongyang policy
Unification Minister Chung Dong-young rejects accusations he leaked sensitive information about North Korea’s Kusong nuclear facility
· Park Chan-kyong
Naver partners with Tata Group's IT unit for AI, digital biz opportunities in India
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Internet giant Naver Corp. said Monday it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the information technology (IT) arm of India's Tata Group to explore business opportunities in the South Asian nation.
· Kim Boram
South Korean pianist whose right hand was paralysed now wows crowds with just his left
Inspired by his music teacher, South Korean pianist Lee Hun now plays left-hand music only after a stroke paralysed his entire right side
· Associated Press
South Korean pianist whose right hand was paralysed now wows crowds with just his left
Inspired by his music teacher, South Korean pianist Lee Hun now plays left-hand music only after a stroke paralysed his entire right side
· Associated Press
Mercedes CEO calls Seoul ‘natural choice’ for EV C-Class debut
Ola Kallenius cites rapid electrification, outlines plan to launch 40 models by 2027
· Byun Hye-jin
POSCO, JSW Steel sign 10.7 tln-won deal to build steel plant in India
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's POSCO Group said Monday it has signed a final agreement with India's JSW Steel to jointly invest 10.7 trillion won (US$7.3 billion) to build a steel plant in India, as part of its strategy to establish a production hub in the South Asian country and strengthen its global sup…
· Kim Boram
South Korea's Lee Jae Myung and India's Modi aim to double trade by 2030
India Prime Minister Narendra Modi hugs South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, left, after the signing of memorandum of understanding and agreements between their countries in New Delhi, India, Monday, April 20, 2026. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)
(2nd LD) S. Korea, India agree to cooperate on energy supply chains amid Mideast war
(ATTN: UPDATES with latest details throughout; CHANGES headline, lead, photos)By Kim Eun-jung
· Kim Eun-jung
Lee and Modi aim to double trade by 2030, bolster strategic ties
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
Audi bets on new A6 to drive Korea growth
CEO underscores Korea's strategic importance, says A6 to anchor rebound
· Ahn Sung-mi
Ruling party announces 1st parliamentary by-election candidate
The ruling Democratic Party of Korea announced its first parliamentary by-election candidate on Monday as it gears up to reclaim some dozen seats to be vacated as lawmakers leave their posts for the local election race.
· Son Ji-hyoung
Global climate leaders gather in Yeosu for Green Transformation Week
South Korea launched its first-ever Green Transformation Week on Monday, serving as a major international event integrating global climate and energy discussions, at the Yeosu World Expo site in South Jeolla Province from April 20 to 25.
· Shin Yong-bae
S. Korea opens Korea Pavilion at Malaysia’s DSA 2026
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
BIGBANG says it completed work on new album, to launch world tour in August
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- K-pop group BIGBANG said it has completed work on a new album marking its 20th anniversary and will begin a world tour in August.
· Shim Sun-ah
FTC probes 2 major retailers over distribution law compliance
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's antitrust watchdog has launched an investigation into two major retailers over alleged violations of the country's large-scale distribution law, industry sources said Monday.
· Kim Han-joo
South Korea's Lee in India for talks on shipping, AI
NEW DELHI, India — India gave a red-carpet welcome for South Korean President Lee Jae-myung in New Delhi on Monday, with shipbuilding and artificial intelligence high on the agenda for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
· Agence France-Presse
North Korea uses cluster bombs in latest missile test — KCNA
SEOUL, South Korea —North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles that tested the power of its cluster munitions, its government news agency said on Monday, confirming the latest in a flurry of launches by the nuclear-armed state.
· Agence France-Presse
In 'Filing for Love,' workplace audits meet romance
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- TvN's upcoming romantic comedy "Filing for Love" follows a workplace conduct audit team, navigating relatable office episodes that any office worker will find familiar, its producer said.
· Woo Jae-yeon
K-pop rookie Cortis drops raw-edged new release
SEOUL, April 20 (Yonhap) -- Rising K-pop rookie Cortis returned Monday with a new release that leans into "raw" and unfiltered sounds, as the group seeks to break away from conventional genre boundaries.
· Shim Sun-ah
[Photo News] Protests expose divide over disability care
Deep divisions over care policy for the disabled were on display in Seoul on Monday, as rival groups held separate protests during events marking Korea's Day of People with Disabilities.
· Lim Jae-seong
Seoul to turn island into two-day 'Circus Land'
With a blend of hands-on participation and spectacular performances, Nodeul Island is set to transform into “Circus Land” for two days in early May. Visitors are invited not only to watch a circus, but to become part of one.
· Hwang Dong-hee