Finance Minister eyes Korea as UN AI hub
Koo Yun-cheol says AI push can address growth and imbalances as Seoul seeks to host global agencies' AI units
· Choi Ji-won
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Newest first · UTC+11:00South Koreans breath sighs of relief as escaped wolf is returned to zoo safely
Escaped wolf captured and returned to South Korean zoo after nine-day search
· Kim Tong Hyung
Seoul appoints new envoys to UK, Dominican Republic, Bahrain
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
South Korean mum faces child abuse charges for feeding rice cake soup to 2-month-old baby
The case went viral after the mother posted a photo on social media and admitted to giving her infant son some of the ‘tteokguk’ broth
· The Korea Times
South Korean mum faces child abuse charges for feeding rice cake soup to 2-month-old baby
The case went viral after the mother posted a photo on social media and admitted to giving her infant son some of the ‘tteokguk’ broth
· The Korea Times
Lotte Duty Free returns to Incheon Airport after three years
Lotte Duty Free said Friday it has resumed operations at Incheon Airport after three years, launching stores in the DF1 zone.
· Jeon Ji-woo
Asian stocks lower and oil falls on ceasefire hopes
A currency trader talks on the phone near a screen showing the Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI), top center, and the foreign exchange rate between U.S. dollar and South Korean won, top center left, at the foreign exchange dealing room of the Hana Bank headquarters, in Seoul, South Korea, Friday, April 17, 2…
· Chan Ho Him
US oil floats to top as Asia looks for Middle Eastern alternatives amid Iran war
Buyers from Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand have helped push May sales to over 60 million barrels, the highest in three years
· Bloomberg
US oil floats to top as Asia looks for Middle Eastern alternatives amid Iran war
Buyers from Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand have helped push May sales to over 60 million barrels, the highest in three years
· Bloomberg
Seoul says it explained to U.S. background of unification minister's remarks on N. Korea's nuclear facility in Kusong
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- The unification ministry has explained to the United States that Unification Minister Chung Dong-young identified North Korea's Kusong region as the third location housing a uranium enrichment facility based on publicly available information, officials said Friday.
· Kim Soo-yeon
[Photo News] Dunkin goes big with 1.4-liter bucket coffee
Dunkin on Friday announced the Korean launch of its 1.4-liter giant bucket drinks. The mammoth beverage was first introduced in the US in February. Giant bucket drinks will initially be sold at Dunkin stores in Cheongdam, Gangnam and Seoul Station, with plans to introduce it at other stores nationwide in phases. Var…
· Kan Hyeong-woo
PM calls for tighter crackdowns on illegal drugs
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- Prime Minister Kim Min-seok called Friday for tightening crackdowns on illegal drugs, saying criminal activities involving their smuggling and abuse are threatening people's safety and everyday lives.
· Lee Haye-ah
All 34 Hong Sang-soo films to screen in Seoul retrospective
Korea's national film archive marks Hong's 30-year career with chronological screenings
· Moon Ki-hoon
Seoul shares down late Fri. morning on profit-taking amid hopes for peace in Mideast
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks traded lower late Friday morning as investors took profits following a recent rally, despite rising optimism over peace in the Middle East.
· Kim Boram
Lee's approval rating edges down to 66 pct
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung's approval rating inched down slightly for the first time in three weeks to 66 percent, a poll showed Friday.
· Yi Wonju
Business outlook for manufacturing sector remains pessimistic in Q2: survey
South Korea's manufacturing sector is expected to remain sluggish in the second quarter, a survey showed Friday.
· Yonhap
S. Korea, EU agree to form strategic economic partnership amid global uncertainties
South Korea and the European Union agreed Friday to form a strategic economic partnership to expand bilateral ties in trade and economic security amid heightened global uncertainties, Seoul's trade ministry said.
· Yonhap
Biz outlook for manufacturing sector remains pessimistic in Q2: survey
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's manufacturing sector is expected to remain sluggish in the second quarter, a survey showed Friday.
· Kang Jae-eun
S. Korea, EU agree to form strategic economic partnership amid global uncertainties
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the European Union (EU) agreed Friday to form a strategic economic partnership to expand bilateral ties in trade and economic security amid heightened global uncertainties, Seoul's trade ministry said.
· Kim Na-young
Genesis tops Auto Bild reader survey as best car brand
Genesis, the luxury brand of South Korean auto giant Hyundai Motor Group, said Friday it was named “Best Brand Overall” in a readers’ survey conducted by German automotive magazine Auto Bild.
· Jeon Ji-woo
Rising oil prices weighing on consumer, business sentiment: finance ministry
Escalating geopolitical tensions linked to the prolonged Middle East conflict are posing risks of inflation and greater downside pressure on the South Korean economy, the finance ministry said Friday.
· Yonhap
TXT sweeps charts in Korea, Japan with 8th EP
Tomorrow X Together’s eighth EP “7th Year: A Moment of Stillness in the Thorns” is enjoying chart success at home and in Japan, according to label Big Hit Music.
· Hwang You-mee
S. Korea explores crude oil, naphtha supply with Algeria, Libya amid Mideast conflict
A senior South Korean diplomat has discussed with top officials in Algeria and Libya the possibility of securing crude oil and naphtha supplies amid the Middle East conflict, the foreign ministry said Friday.
· Yonhap
Economic policy expert appointed as new S. Korean ambassador to Britain
A former head of a state-affiliated economic policy think tank was appointed as the new South Korean ambassador to Britain, the foreign ministry said Friday.
· Yonhap
Rising oil prices weighing on consumer, business sentiment: finance ministry
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- Escalating geopolitical tensions linked to the prolonged Middle East conflict are posing risks of inflation and greater downside pressure on the South Korean economy, the finance ministry said Friday.
· Oh Seok-min
Supernatural horror 'Salmokji' surpasses 1 mln admissions
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- The horror film "Salmokji: Whispering Water" has surpassed 1 million admissions, continuing its box office reign, data showed Friday.
· Woo Jae-yeon
After stroke, Korean pianist recreates himself as a one-handed performer
South Korean pianist Lee Hun demonstrates how to play the piano after an interview in Seoul, South Korea, Wednesday, April 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)
· Hyung Jin Kim
Seoul shares start lower on profit-taking amid Mideast peace hopes
South Korean stocks opened lower Friday on profit-taking following a recent rally amid optimism over easing tensions in the Middle East.
· Yonhap
Economic policy expert appointed as new S. Korean ambassador to Britain
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- A former head of a state-affiliated economic policy think tank was appointed as the new South Korean ambassador to Britain, the foreign ministry said Friday.
· Kim Seung-yeon
South Korea's runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search
Neukgu, the two-year-old wolf who broke loose from a South Korean zoo and captured the nation's attention, has finally been captured following a nine-day long search.
· Koh Ewe
Lotte Chemical pivots to new growth areas amid petrochemical slump
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- Lotte Chemical Corp., the chemical arm of South Korea's Lotte Group, said Friday it will prioritize new growth engines while restructuring its core petrochemical operations amid a prolonged industry downturn.
· Choi Kyong-ae
Finance minister stresses commitment to making S. Korea global AI hub
Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol on Thursday underscored his commitment to making South Korea a global hub for artificial intelligence, pointing to international organizations' plans to install their key AI platforms in the Asian country.
· Yonhap
IMF official says S. Korea has 'substantial' energy buffers despite vulnerabilities
An official at the International Monetary Fund said Thursday that South Korea has "substantial" energy buffers although it has vulnerabilities stemming from energy supply disruptions caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran.
· Yonhap
Seoul shares start lower on profit-taking amid Mideast peace hopes
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks opened lower Friday on profit-taking following a recent rally amid optimism over easing tensions in the Middle East.
· Kim Boram
S. Korea explores crude oil, naphtha supply with Algeria, Libya amid Mideast conflict
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- A senior South Korean diplomat has discussed with top officials in Algeria and Libya the possibility of securing crude oil and naphtha supplies amid the Middle East conflict, the foreign ministry said Friday.
· Kim Seung-yeon
(Yonhap Interview) Giants starter Beasley rides sweeper to early KBO success: 'I trust myself more than anything'
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- Having previously pitched in Major League Baseball and Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB), Lotte Giants right-hander Jeremy Beasley arrived in South Korea with no shortage of self-confidence.
· Yoo Jee-ho
Gov't eyes releasing public urea stockpile this month amid supply woes: finance chief
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- The government aims to release public urea and urea solution reserves late this month to respond proactively to supply shortages caused by the Middle Eastern crisis, the finance minister said Friday.
· Kim Na-young
North Korea’s Kim ramps up show of force as US war on Iran raises stakes
Kim Jong-un’s increased appearances at military drills show his confidence in Pyongyang’s nuclear deterrence, analysts say
· Park Chan-kyong
North Korea’s Kim ramps up show of force as US war on Iran raises stakes
Kim Jong-un’s increased appearances at military drills show his confidence in Pyongyang’s nuclear deterrence, analysts say
· Park Chan-kyong
Korean Air tops gov't-led passenger survey among local, foreign carriers
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- Korean Air Co., South Korea's leading full-service carrier, ranked the highest among domestic and foreign airlines in an annual government-led passenger quality survey conducted last year, the transport ministry said Friday.
· Chang Dong-woo
Giants' Lee Jung-hoo continues recent surge with 3-hit game
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- With an early season slump now in the rearview mirror, Lee Jung-hoo of the San Francisco Giants has put together a three-hit game in a win.
· Yoo Jee-ho
[Graphic News] Most consumers oppose paying for banchan refills: survey
A recent survey showed that most South Korean consumers oppose charging for side-dish (banchan) refills at restaurants.
· Nam Kyung-don
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 17)
Korea should engage in Hormuz cooperation to protect national interests
· Lee Haye-ah
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 17)
Youth left out of recoveryJob pledges without jobs: Hold companies to account
· Lee Haye-ah
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 17)
The youth squeezeYoung men exit workforce in Korea as aging, AI reshape hiring patterns
· Lee Haye-ah
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
SEOUL, April 17 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on April 17.
· Lee Haye-ah
Will we see F1 in Korea again?
Incheon unveils circuit design in bid to host Formula One Grand Prix, meets feasibility test
· Choi Jeong-yoon
Asia drives Netflix revenue in Q1, fueled by BTS and baseball
K-pop boy band BTS performs during a comeback concert at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul, South Korea, on March 21. © Reuters
· YIFAN YU