[2026-05-12 10:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: South Korea's ambitions for AI robots starts with workers folding napkins

Snippet: David Park, a food and beverages manager at Lotte Hotel Seoul, demonstrates during an interview with The Associated Press in Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. (AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/south-korea-ai-robots-rlwrld-c3e00f5264e109b8b767559e9e09c3dc

[2026-05-12 10:15 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Debris from strike on S. Korean ship in Hormuz to arrive in Seoul soon: FM Cho

Snippet: SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- Engine debris from "unidentified airborne objects" that struck a South Korean vessel in the Strait of Hormuz last week will soon arrive in Seoul for in-depth analysis, Foreign Minister Cho Hyun said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512001500315

[2026-05-12 10:09 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Privacy watchdog wraps up probe into Coupang data leak, to decide penalty as early as June

Snippet: South Korea's data protection watchdog has concluded its probe into a massive data leak at e-commerce giant Coupang, with its final decision on the level of punishment expected to be made next month at the earliest, sources said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735689

[2026-05-12 10:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: KOSPI opens again at fresh high of above 7,900 on extended chip rally amid Iran deadlock

Snippet: SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks opened at a fresh record high of above 7,900 points Tuesday, heading toward the unprecedented 8,000-point mark, as major chipmakers continued their bull run, despite woes over little progress in peace talks between the United States and Iran.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512001300320

[2026-05-12 10:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Trump aims to stabilize trade in Beijing summit with Xi

Snippet: President Donald Trump, left, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, shake hands after their U.S.-China summit talk at Gimhae International Airport Jinping in Busan, South Korea, Oct. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-xi-china-summit-trade-tariffs-2eee658298ba8f064fe232e8832bd2ea

[2026-05-12 10:00 UTC+10:00] [North Korea] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: Japan’s new spy agency receives FBI backing with eyes on China and Russia

Snippet: Japan has not had a centralised intelligence service since World War II. Sanae Takaichi wants to change that

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3353154/japans-new-spy-agency-receives-fbi-backing-eyes-china-and-russia

[2026-05-12 09:58 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea, US agree to cooperate on key alliance issues for 'mutual security interest'

Snippet: South Korea and the United States have agreed to work together to strengthen cooperation in areas of "mutual security interest," including Seoul's push to retake wartime operational control from Washington and joint efforts to modernize the alliance.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735678

[2026-05-12 09:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Privacy watchdog wraps up probe into Coupang data leak, to decide penalty as early as June

Snippet: SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's data protection watchdog has concluded its probe into a massive data leak at e-commerce giant Coupang, with its final decision on the level of punishment expected to be made next month at the earliest, sources said Tuesday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512001100315

[2026-05-12 09:31 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korean researcher flown home from Antarctic station after weapon threat

Snippet: A member of the South Korean research team at the country’s Antarctic base, Jang Bogo Station, is under police investigation after returning to South Korea on Monday, following allegations that he threatened fellow crew members with a weapon, authorities said Monday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735646

[2026-05-12 09:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: S. Korea, U.S. agree to cooperate on key alliance issues for 'mutual security interest'

Snippet: SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- South Korea and the United States have agreed to work together to strengthen cooperation in areas of "mutual security interest," including Seoul's push to retake wartime operational control (OPCON) from Washington and joint efforts to modernize the alliance.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512000900315

[2026-05-12 09:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: 'Dracula' featuring Jennie climbs to No. 10 on Billboard Hot 100

Snippet: SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- "Dracula," a track featuring BLACKPINK's Jennie, has risen to No. 10 on the U.S. Billboard's main singles chart, becoming the K-pop star's highest-charting song as a solo artist.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512001000315

[2026-05-12 09:00 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: [Graphic News] Student obesity rises in Korea

Snippet: About 3 in 10 South Korean students were classified as obese or overweight last year, reversing a four-year decline, government data showed.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735524

[2026-05-12 08:54 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Kim Ha-seong set for Braves season debut after long injury rehab

Snippet: SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- The Atlanta Braves have activated shortstop Kim Ha-seong from the injured list, with the South Korean set to make his season debut this week at home.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512000700315

[2026-05-12 08:01 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on May 12)

Snippet: Stock market mustn't be reduced to casino for speculators

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512000600315

[2026-05-12 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from The Korea Times on May 12)

Snippet: A resolute response to maritime attack: Those accountable should offer proper apology, compensation for strikes

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512000500315

[2026-05-12 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (EDITORIAL from The Korea Herald on May 12)

Snippet: Fired upon in Hormuz: Seoul must identify attacker, respond firmly, seek guarantees for safe passage

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512000400315

[2026-05-12 08:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Under scrutiny for lethargic performances, S. Korea gunning for knockout berth at World Cup

Snippet: SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- With the countdown to the FIFA World Cup having reached 30 days in South Korea, fans will be waiting to see if their men's national football team will turn things around in time for the big tournament.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511007400315

[2026-05-12 07:58 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers

Snippet: SEOUL, May 12 (Yonhap) -- The following are the top headlines in major South Korean newspapers on May 12.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260512000300315

[2026-05-12 06:45 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: New York Post

Title: Stream It Or Skip Or Skip It: ‘My Royal Nemesis’ On Netflix, Where A Joseon Consort Tries To Remake her Image With The Help Of A Modern-Day Business Maverick

Snippet: In the new Netflix romantic dramedy My Royal Nemesis, a “vixen” from the Joseon era wakes up in modern-day Korea after thinking she was executed. She tries to remake her image with the help of a business shark who rebels from his chaebol family.

Read full article: https://decider.com/2026/05/11/my-royal-nemesis-netflix-review-stream-it-or-skip-it/

[2026-05-12 05:40 UTC+10:00] [World] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: South Korean ship attacked near Strait of Hormuz

Snippet: A South Korean ship sailing near the Strait of Hormuz was attacked on Monday, according to the Korean media outlet Chosun Daily, citing a government official.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/12/world/993102/south-korean-ship-attacked-near-strait-of-hormuz/

[2026-05-12 05:38 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Daily News

Title: North Korea updates constitution to mandate nuclear strike if Kim Un assassinated - DailyNews

Snippet: North Korea has updated its constitution to require a retaliatory nuclear strike if leader Kim Jong Un is assassinated, according to a report.

Read full article: https://dailynews.lk/2026/05/12/world/993134/north-korea-updates-constitution-to-mandate-nuclear-strike-if-kim-un-assassinated/

[2026-05-12 00:33 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 90]

Source: The Moscow Times

Title: North Korea Has Reaped $13Bln From Military Aid to Russia, South Korean Intelligence Says

Snippet: North Korea has earned an estimated $13 billion over the past three years by providing military assistance to Russia for its war against Ukraine, Nikkei Asia reported Monday, citing South Korean intelligence.

Read full article: https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2026/05/11/north-korea-has-reaped-13bln-from-military-aid-to-russia-south-korean-intelligence-says-a92731

[2026-05-12 00:20 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) Defense chiefs of S. Korea, U.S. hold talks amid OPCON transfer push, Hormuz ship issue

Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; UPDATES paras 2-3 as talks began; CHANGES dateline) By Kim Seung-yeon

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511006651315

[2026-05-12 00:12 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Manila Times

Title: Seven other countries support Luzon Economic Corridor partnership

Snippet: MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines, United States, and Japan have expanded the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) partnership to include Australia, Denmark, France, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, and the United Kingdom (UK), the US Embassy in Manila said.

Read full article: https://www.manilatimes.net/2026/05/11/news/seven-other-countries-support-luzon-economic-corridor-partnership/2340908

[2026-05-11 23:00 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US-China negotiations seek a quick Seoul search for deals ahead of Trump’s visit

Snippet: Setting stage for presidential summit with Xi in Beijing, Bessent and He to meet in South Korea, and the ‘3 Bs’ could be on the cards

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3353174/us-china-negotiations-seek-quick-seoul-search-deals-ahead-trumps-visit?utm_source=rss_feed

[2026-05-11 23:00 UTC+10:00] [Scott Bessent] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South China Morning Post

Title: US-China negotiations seek a quick Seoul search for deals ahead of Trump’s visit

Snippet: Setting stage for presidential summit with Xi in Beijing, Bessent and He to meet in South Korea, and the ‘3 Bs’ could be on the cards

Read full article: https://www.scmp.com/economy/global-economy/article/3353174/us-china-negotiations-seek-quick-seoul-search-deals-ahead-trumps-visit

[2026-05-11 22:35 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Zero Hedge

Title: Futures Flat, Oil Jumps After Iran Peace Talks Break Down

Snippet: US equity futures are off a touch as the US/IranIran failed to consummate a deal, which is boosting Energy commodities and bond yields. Still, stocks have withstood the resulting increase in oil prices and higher bond yields as the market remains focused on the memory/semi stock bubble. As of 8:00am ET, S&P and Nasdaq 100 futures are down fractionally as Trump and Iran rejected each other’s latest peace proposals to end the 10-week conflict as the two sides struggle to

Read full article: https://www.zerohedge.com/markets/futures-flat-oil-jumps-after-iran-peace-talks-break-down

[2026-05-11 21:25 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Coupang files lawsuit against FTC's designation of founder as 'same person'

Snippet: Coupang Corp., the South Korean unit of U.S.-listed e-commerce giant Coupang Inc., has filed a lawsuit against a decision by the country's antitrust watchdog designating founder Kim Bom as the company's de facto controlling entity, officials said Monday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735555

[2026-05-11 21:19 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Coupang files lawsuit against FTC's designation of founder as 'same person'

Snippet: SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Coupang Corp., the South Korean unit of U.S.-listed e-commerce giant Coupang Inc., has filed a lawsuit against a decision by the country's antitrust watchdog designating founder Kim Bom as the company's de facto controlling entity, officials said Monday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511011500320

[2026-05-11 20:40 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: KFA seeks gov't approval for North Korean women's football team visit

Snippet: The national football governing body has submitted a formal request asking the government to allow a North Korean women's football team to visit South Korea for an international match, officials said Monday.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735545

[2026-05-11 19:43 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (LEAD) LVMH CEO Arnault visits S. Korea for 1st time in three years

Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS 4th para; ADDS additional info at bottom, new photo)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511007051320

[2026-05-11 19:36 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: KFA seeks gov't approval for North Korean women's football team visit

Snippet: SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- The national football governing body has submitted a formal request asking the government to allow a North Korean women's football team to visit South Korea for an international match, officials said Monday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511010600320

[2026-05-11 19:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: AP News

Title: Trump-Xi summit has high stakes for Taiwan

Snippet: President Donald Trump, left, and Chinese President Xi Jinping, right, shake hands before their meeting at Gimhae International Airport in Busan, South Korea, Oct. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File)

Read full article: https://apnews.com/article/trump-xi-taiwan-democracy-arms-semiconductors-5c6aed1f1628fee0d381ecbb1ff73d10

[2026-05-11 18:56 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Presidential chief of staff orders countermeasures over killing of student in random attack

Snippet: SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- The presidential chief of staff on Monday instructed officials to devise countermeasures following the killing of a female high school student in a random attack in the southwestern city of Gwangju last week.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511010300315

[2026-05-11 18:56 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Lee floats ranked-choice voting for presidential elections

Snippet: 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 start with Rodong Sinmun—North Korea’s state mouthpiece—before diving into the day’s headlines from Seoul and Washington.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735525

[2026-05-11 18:51 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Gwangju stabbing death prompts student calls for stronger safety

Snippet: Grief over the death of a high school student in a suspected random stabbing attack is spreading across South Korea, with students nationwide issuing statements.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735521

[2026-05-11 18:47 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Korea growth to top 2%, Kospi still has room to run: Finance Minister

Snippet: Government to sell 1 trillion won NXC stake, expects tax revenue and FX inflows

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735515

[2026-05-11 18:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Economics professor recommended as new BOK board member

Snippet: SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Kim Jin-ill, a professor of economics at Korea University, has been recommended as a new member of the Bank of Korea (BOK)'s monetary policy board, the central bank said Monday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511010400320

[2026-05-11 18:18 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: GMC launches flagship Hummer EV in Korea

Snippet: GMC said Monday it launched its flagship all-electric SUV, the GMC Hummer EV SUV, in South Korea, marking an expansion of General Motors' premium brand lineup in the country.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735481

[2026-05-11 18:15 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: S. Korea to return 28 smuggled turtles to Vietnam

Snippet: South Korean wildlife authorities will hand over 28 turtles from four endangered species to Vietnam on Tuesday, returning them to the country from which they were smuggled.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735473

[2026-05-11 18:12 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Chinese tourists to book Korean taxis through DiDi

Snippet: Chinese tourists visiting South Korea will soon be able to hail local taxis through China’s ride-hailing giant DiDi Chuxing and its DiDi app.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735469

[2026-05-11 18:09 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Police clear ex-first lady of wrongdoing over naval ship party

Snippet: SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Police said Monday they will not pursue charges against former first lady Kim Keon Hee over a party held aboard a naval ship in 2023.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511010200315

[2026-05-11 18:05 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: BBQ makes Central Asian debut, launches first store in Kazakhstan

Snippet: Korean fried chicken franchise operator Genesis BBQ announced Monday it has opened a store in Almaty, Kazakhstan, marking its Central Asia debut.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735464

[2026-05-11 18:04 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: (3rd LD) Rival parties spar over gov't response to attack on S. Korean vessel in Hormuz

Snippet: (ATTN: RECASTS headline; UPDATES throughout with response from ruling party; ADDS photo)

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511004553315

[2026-05-11 18:04 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: Magnets, rice cakes trigger Korea choking safety alert

Snippet: The Fair Trade Commission and Korea Consumer Agency issued a consumer safety alert Monday following a rise in swallowing and choking accidents involving infants and older adults.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735463

[2026-05-11 17:57 UTC+10:00] [All News] [Factuality: 100]

Source: The Korea Herald

Title: ASEAN museum leaders discuss AI, cultural partnerships during Korea visit

Snippet: Senior museum officials from Indonesia, the Philippines and Thailand are gathering in Korea this week to discuss AI-driven cultural exchange and ways to strengthen heritage partnerships between Korea and ASEAN member states.

Read full article: https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10735462

[2026-05-11 17:53 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Gold treasures from ancient Korean kingdom to go on show in Paris exhibition

Snippet: SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- A major exhibition showcasing the golden heritage of an ancient Korean kingdom will open in Paris this month, bringing together rare artifacts that span a millennium of history, organizers said Monday.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511010000315

[2026-05-11 17:39 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: Nikkei Asia

Title: Hynix shares jump 11%, driving KOSPI to record high

Snippet: Relentless global rush into artificial intelligence-linked semiconductor stocks continues to propel Seoul's market. (Source photos by AP and Reuters)

Read full article: https://asia.nikkei.com/business/markets/hynix-shares-jump-11-driving-kospi-to-record-high

[2026-05-11 17:37 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Record-breaking hitter nabs KBO's 1st top monthly award of 2026

Snippet: SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Powered by his record-breaking hitting streak, SSG Landers leadoff man Park Seong-han has claimed the top player award for the first month of the South Korean baseball season.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511009400315

[2026-05-11 17:30 UTC+10:00] [General] [Factuality: 100]

Source: South Korea

Title: Nearly 6,000 reported for law distortion in first 2 months

Snippet: SEOUL, May 11 (Yonhap) -- Some 6,000 people have been reported on charges related to the crime of distorting the law, police said Monday, about two months after new legislation criminalizing such offenses went into effect.

Read full article: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260511009500315