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Newest first · UTC+11:00Hana Financial teams with Circle, Crypto.com on USDC payments
Hana Financial Group is stepping up its push into stablecoin payments in South Korea, launching a promotional campaign for foreign visitors using USDC through partnerships with Circle and Crypto.com.
· Choi Ji-won
[Photo News] Robots join K-beauty labs
Kolmar Korea said Thursday it has introduced the country’s first automated system for antimicrobial effectiveness testing in cosmetics as demand for product safety verification rises amid K-beauty’s global expansion. The robot-based preservative efficacy testing system, used to assess whether cosmetics remain protec…
· No Kyung-min
French Embassy launches cultural season marking 140 years of diplomatic ties
Marking the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations between South Korea and France, the French Embassy in Seoul unveiled a wide range of cultural exchanges between the two countries, starting with the upcoming anniversary concert led by French conductor Adrien Perruchon.
· Park Yuna
South Korea secures 3-0 victory over Philippines in Women's Asian Cup
South Korea’s Jeon Yu-gyeong, left, is congratulated by teammates after scoring her team’s first goal during the Women’s Asia Cup soccer match between South Korea and the Philippines in Robina, Australia, Thursday, March 5, 2026. (Dave Hunt/AAPImage via AP)
HD Hyundai chair highlights Korea-Philippines ties during Manila visit
HD Hyundai Chair Chung Ki-sun visited the Philippines this week as part of the South Korean government’s economic mission, paying tribute to Korean War veterans, attending a bilateral business forum and inspecting the group’s shipyard operations in Subic Bay.
· Lee Han-gyoul
Lee orders all available means mobilized for Koreans’ evacuation from Middle East
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
Kolmar advances biotech push with Woojung Bio deal
Kolmar Holdings, the holding company of Kolmar Korea, is set to acquire control of contract research organization Woojung Bio through a convertible bond deal, as part of a broader push to deepen the group’s foothold in biotechnology research.
· No Kyung-min
Human or mechanical error? Family challenges carmaker over accident that killed child
An appellate trial on compensation for the 2022 crash that killed a 12-year-old child began Thursday at the Chuncheon branch of the Seoul High Court, with the families of both the driver and the victim claiming the crash was caused by a mechanical error in the vehicle.
· Yoon Min-sik
Woman accused of motel drug killings treated to luxury meals, hotel stays by victims: report
A woman in her 20s accused of killing two men with drug-laced drinks at Seoul motels had been treated to luxury meals and hotel stays by the victims before the killings, local media reported Thursday.
· Shin Ji-hye
British TV personality Eva Popiel becomes South Korean citizen
‘Global Talk Show’ star marks new chapter with Korean citizenship after 20 years
· Choi Jae-hee
North Korea’s Kim oversees cruise missile tests from new naval destroyer
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has overseen the test-firing of “strategic cruise missiles” from a new 5,000-tonne naval destroyer before the vessel’s official commissioning, according to state media.
· Al Jazeera Staff
7 S. Korean oil tankers stranded in Strait of Hormuz: Lawmaker
Seven oil tankers operated by South Korean refiners are stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, as the energy choke point remains effectively closed amid escalating conflict in the Middle East.
· Son Ji-hyoung
Korea’s market plunge is just the start of Asia’s Iran pain
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· William Pesek
Why #SEAblings became Southeast Asia’s symbol of digital solidarity
The hashtag went viral following a row over a South Korean band’s concert in Kuala Lumpur in January and protests in Indonesia last year
· Sam Beltran
Hong Kong stocks rebound with Asian peers as “two sessions” opens in China
South Korea’s Kospi leads Asia-Pacific gains, jumping 11 per cent to recover nearly all of its record 12 per cent drop
· Zhang Shidong
Police to be dispatched to Oman, Dubai to help S. Korean departures as US-Israeli war on Iran widens
Police said Thursday it will send personnel to Oman and Dubai this week to help South Korean nationals leave the Middle East as the US-Israeli war on Iran has broadened.
· Yonhap
Industry minister heads to Canada to back Seoul's bid for submarine project
Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan left for Canada on Thursday to lend support for a South Korean consortium's bid to secure Canada's high-profile submarine project.
· Yonhap
"Designing the Future with AI" -- Smart Tech Korea 2026 Brings Together Six Shows Shaping the Next Era of Smart & Connected Industries
Smart Tech Korea 2026: Asia's Rising Gateway for AI, Robotics, and Next-Gen Tech Innovation
· PRNEWSWIRE
Korean stocks rebound, prompt buy curbs
South Korean stocks staged a sharp rebound in early trading Thursday, triggering buy-side sidecars on both the main and secondary bourses.
· Im Eun-byel
Seoul stocks rebound after record crash, triggering sidecar
Bourse operator issues buy-side sidecar for KOSPI, KOSDAQ markets after sharp rise
· Yonhap
N. Korea's Kim oversees strategic cruise missile test from new destroyer
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has overseen a test-firing of strategic cruise missiles from a new destroyer ahead of its commissioning, noting that equipping the navy with nuclear weapons is making "satisfactory progress," state media reported Thursday.
· Yonhap
Hegseth says US effort to address Iran's nuclear ambitions will send 'plenty of signals' amid NK criticism
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday that US efforts to deal with Iran's nuclear ambitions will send "plenty of signals," as he addressed a question related to North Korea's criticism of the ongoing US military operation against the Islamic Republic.
· Yonhap
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects new warship, claims progress
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected his new destroyer for two straight days ahead of its commissioning and observed a test of cruise missiles fired from the warship, vowing to accelerate the nuclear-armament of his navy, state media said Thursday.
· Kim Tong Hyung
Korea House, royal court fine-dining restaurant, reopens after renovation
Korea House will reopen on March 11 following a seven-month renovation.
· Hwang Dong-hee
[Graphic News] South Korea aims for WBC victory
South Korea heads into the World Baseball Classic running from Thursday to March 17 with its 30-man roster now set, as announced by the Korea Baseball Organization.
· Nam Kyung-don
'Show Me the Money' retakes place at center of Korean hip-hop
Show returns after 4-year break with its most international lineup yet
· Lee Yoon-seo
[Wang Son-taek] Conflicting currents in stormy waters
Last week, the world was reminded that history often moves in two directions at once. The US and Israel carried out military strikes against Iran, followed by Iranian retaliation. At nearly the same time, President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea met President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil to deepen bilateral coo…
· Korea Herald
Lunit to Be Featured in 21 AI Imaging Studies on Breast Cancer and Lung Disease at ECR 2026
SEOUL, South Korea, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lunit (KRX:32813), a leading provider of AI for cancer diagnostics and precision oncology, today announced that 21 studies featuring its AI solutions will be presented at the European Congress of Radiology 2026 (ECR 2026), taking place March 4-8 in Vienna, Austria.
· PRNEWSWIRE
186 S. Korean seafarers aboard ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz: oceans ministry
More than 180 South Korean seafarers remain aboard over two dozen ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, the oceans ministry said Wednesday, as safety concerns mount after the vital shipping route was effectively closed by the Middle East conflict.
· Yonhap
Head of Seongdong district steps down to join Seoul mayoral race
The head of the Seongdong district, Chong Won-o, stepped down from his post Wednesday to join the race for Seoul mayor in the June 3 local elections.
· Yonhap
Gov't considering chartered, military planes to bring home S. Koreans in Middle East
South Korea is considering sending chartered planes or military aircraft to bring back its nationals stranded in the Middle East due to the conflict between the United States and Iran, a senior government official said Wednesday.
· Yonhap
North Korea unveils first-known statue of Kim Jong-un | South China Morning Post
The statue depicts the North Korean leader smiling.
South Korea jails doctors for killing baby delivered at 36 weeks
South Korea has decriminalised abortion but political deadlock has prevented governments from passing new laws to regulate the practice
· Agence France-Presse
Polar scientist calls for Korea to boost Arctic activities
Kim Yea-dong, pioneer of polar research in Korea, discusses challenges of Earth's coldest regions
· Kim Hoo-ran
Asian tech stocks reel as US-Iran war disrupts energy, logistics supply chains
South Korea’s Kospi is the worst-hit in Asia, with Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix falling 11.7 per cent and 9.6 per cent, respectively
· Coco Feng
South Korean drink-spike killer quizzed ChatGPT for lethal doses, police say
A 22-year-old woman accused of poisoning three men scored above the clinical threshold for psychopathy, according to investigators
· SCMP’s Asia desk
Ha Ye-rin says 'Bridgerton' racial bias controversy may be learning curve for global media
Ha discusses promotion optics, Korea's body standards and why 'Bridgerton' Season 4 may not be a Cinderella story
· Lee Yoon-seo
Lee asks Marcos for temporary transfer of jailed Korean drug kingpin
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
Pilot error behind midair collision of two S. Korean F-16s, Air Force says
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 South Korea–US Combin…
· Hwang Joo-young
Korean happiness hits record high, despite political turmoil: report
South Koreans reported their highest level of life satisfaction on record in 2025, despite deep political tensions following former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration in December 2024.
· Yoon Min-sik
Doctor sentenced to 6 years for murder disguised as abortion
A Seoul court on Wednesday sentenced an obstetrician to six years in prison for performing a cesarean on a 36-week pregnant woman and killing the baby, amid a lack of legal provisions to regulate abortions.
· Choi Jeong-yoon
SM Megamall introduces more “First in PH’ brands this 2026
2026 is looking bigger and bolder at SM Megamall as it welcomes another wave of “first in the Philippines” brands — bringing cult favorites from Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, and beyond straight to the heart of the metro.
· The Manila Times
North Korea’s hostage strategy packs more bite in post-Iran US shake-up
The Pentagon wants Seoul to shoulder more of its defence burden. Analysts say it may have strengthened Kim Jong-un’s hand instead
· Park Chan-kyong
Korean American players look to shine for Team Korea at 2026 WBC
Jahmai Jones, Dane Dunning, Shay Whitcomb honor their mothers by representing Korea
· Park Jun-hee
Seoul shares crash over 12 pct on Middle East conflict fears; won sharply down
Seoul shares plunged over 12 percent Wednesday to close below the 5,100-point mark amid growing concerns over the economic fallout from the Middle East conflict. The Korean won fell sharply against the U.S. dollar.
· Yonhap
Iran player Sara Didar holds back tears responding to a war-related question at Women's Asian Cup
Iran players pose for a team photo ahead of the Women’s Asia Cup soccer match between Iran and South Korea on the Gold Coast, Australia, Monday, March 2, 2026. (Dave Hunt/AAPImage via AP)/AAP Image via AP)/AAP Image via AP)
Lee puts energy, infrastructure, manufacturing at core of Korea-Philippines economic 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
Housing divide widens Seoul elementary enrollment gap
The gap in first-grade enrollment at elementary schools has widened sharply this year, reaching a 59-fold difference between schools in the same district. As a result, some campuses face potential closure, while others contend with overcrowded classrooms.
· Lim Jae-seong