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North Korea fires 10 ballistic missiles amid US-South Korea drills
North Korea launched around 10 ballistic missiles into the eastern sea on Saturday, South Korea's military reported.
BTS drops first teaser for comeback album 'ARIRANG'
Korean group BTS has unveiled the first animated trailer for its upcoming album ARIRANG.
5 Iranian female footballers granted Australian visas after anthem protest
Australia has granted asylum to five Iranian female soccer players after they were branded "wartime traitors" for not singing their national anthem before an Asian Cup match.
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Netflix's 'Made in Korea': Cast, plot, release date
The upcoming Tamil film Made in Korea, starring Priyanka Arul Mohan, is set for a digital release on Netflix on March 12.
Iran destroys $300M US THAAD radar system at Jordan base
Iran has reportedly destroyed a vital $300 million radar system that was key to directing the United States missile defense batteries in the Gulf region.
'Treated like...criminals': Influencer reveals 38-hour detention in South Korea, China
Popular social media influencer Sachin Awasthi has alleged that he and his wife were detained for 38 hours during their international trip to South Korea and China.
Harsh Goenka mocks Galgotias University over Robodog controversy
Industrialist Harsh Goenka has taken a dig at Galgotias University after the recent Robodog controversy.
V furious over Min Hee-jin leaking private texts in court
BTS member V has expressed his discontent over his private conversations with former ADOR CEO Min Hee-jin being used as court evidence in the ongoing legal battle between HYBE and Min.
A year after demise, Kim Sae-ron's final film to release
The last film of late South Korean actor Kim Sae-Ron, titled Everyday, We, is set to hit theaters on February 23.
BTS's 'Arirang' world tour to be screened in cinemas
The global K-pop sensation, BTS, will be bringing their much-anticipated Arirang World Tour to cinema screens across the world this April.
Mumbai's new musical road sings 'Jai Ho' when you pass
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has inaugurated India's first "musical road" on the Mumbai Coastal Road.
Diplo confirms involvement in BTS's 'ARIRANG,' calls it 'craziest album'
DJ and music producer Diplo has confirmed his involvement in BTS's upcoming fifth studio album, ARIRANG.
Netflix India head explains why Korean content is 'absolute benchmark'
Monika Shergill, the head of Netflix India, has credited the global success of Korean content to its bold storytelling and creative ownership.
BTS's comeback concert, documentary to stream on Netflix
K-pop sensation BTS is set to make a grand comeback with a live-streamed performance and a feature-length documentary on Netflix.
Why South Korea's new AI rules are facing backlash
South Korea has introduced a comprehensive set of artificial intelligence (AI) regulations, the first of its kind in the world.
Cha Eun-woo's tax evasion case: Everything we know so far
Cha Eun-woo, a member of the popular K-pop group ASTRO, is currently embroiled in a major tax evasion scandal.
Mexico's president requests more BTS concerts amid ticket demand
Mexico City's Head of Government, Claudia Sheinbaum, has written to her South Korean counterpart, requesting additional concerts by BTS in Mexico.
South Korea ex-first lady sentenced to 20 months in jail
A South Korean court has sentenced former First Lady Kim Keon Hee to 20 months in prison for corruption.
'Making history today': EU Commission President hails EU-India FTA
The European Union (EU) and India have finalized a landmark free trade agreement, dubbed the "Mother of all Deals."
Trump to raise tariffs on South Korean goods to 25%
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to increase tariffs on a range of South Korean goods, including automobiles, lumber, and pharmaceuticals.
South Korea rolls out landmark AI rules
South Korea has enacted a landmark set of comprehensive laws to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), which it claims to be the first of its kind globally.
Man who assassinated Japan's ex-PM Shinzo Abe sentenced to life
Tetsuya Yamagami, the man who assassinated former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, has been sentenced to life in prison.
Ex-South Korean president Yoon given 5-year jail term
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to five years in prison for his role in the failed imposition of martial law in 2024.
BTS announces the official name of their comeback album
After an almost four-year hiatus, K-pop sensation BTS is set to return with their fifth studio album.
This start-up says it has reinvented a 100-year-old technology
Ammobia, a start-up, is significantly improving the production of ammonia, a key ingredient in fertilizers and other industries.
'Squid Game' creator returning with new Netflix series, 'The Dealer'
Netflix has announced a new Korean casino crime drama titled The Dealer, produced by Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk.
BTS's comeback album, tour could rake in over $1B
The much-anticipated return of K-pop sensation BTS is expected to be a global phenomenon, with industry experts predicting record-breaking earnings from their new album, world tour, and merchandise sales.
'World of Love': Film on teen trauma stuns South Korea
The World of Love, a South Korean indie film directed by Yoon Ga-eun, has taken the country by storm.
Global markets add $27 trillion, India sees modest growth
The global market capitalization witnessed a massive surge of 22.1% ($27.4 trillion) in 2025, according to a report by Motilal Oswal.
Kim Jong-un's daughter makes 1st public visit to state mausoleum
Kim Jong-un's daughter, Kim Ju Ae, made her first public visit to the Kumsusan Mausoleum in Pyongyang.
Veteran South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki hospitalized following cardiac arrest
Veteran South Korean actor Ahn Sung-ki was rushed to the hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Seoul home on Tuesday.
New Zealand welcomes 2026 with fireworks
Auckland, New Zealand, has become the first major city to welcome 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display. The show was held at Sky Tower, the country's tallest structure.
South Korea won't charge visa fee from Indian group tourists
South Korea has decided to extend its visa processing fee waiver for group tourists from India and five other countries.
K-pop controversy: Why was NewJeans member sued for $30M?
In a shocking turn of events, South Korean music label Ador has filed a lawsuit against NewJeans member Danielle Marsh, a family member, and former CEO Min Hee-jin.
Chipmakers in China have to use 50% local equipment
China has mandated that chipmakers use at least 50% locally made equipment for their new factories.
South Korea's ex-first lady accused of taking $200,000 in bribes
South Korea's former first lady, Kim Keon Hee, has been accused of accepting bribes worth over $200,000 by prosecutors on Monday as they concluded their investigation into Kim's activities.
Coupang announces $1.2B compensation for users hit by data leak
South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang has announced a compensation package worth ₩1.69 trillion (nearly $1.18 billion) to 33.7 million account holders affected by a massive data leak.
Samsung tech leak: Chipmaker CXMT faces legal action in Korea
South Korean prosecutors have indicted 10 people, including former Samsung Electronics executives, for allegedly leaking the firm's technology to Chinese chipmaker ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT).
How Microsoft and Google are navigating the AI memory crisis
The ongoing global race to build artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure is facing a major hurdle: a shortage of memory.
North Korea-Russia bound by war's 'blood': Kim tells Putin
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has sent a New Year's message to Russian President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the deep bond between their nations.
Ayodhya unveils Korean Queen Heo Hwang-ok's statue: Her India connection
A bronze statue of legendary Korean Queen Heo Hwang-ok, believed to be of Indian origin, has been unveiled in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
China's rare-earth magnet exports surge in November
China's exports of rare-earth magnets, critical components for weapons, cars, and phones, reached the second-highest level on record in November.
Why Ford scrapped a $6.5B battery deal with LG Energy
Ford has scrapped a 9.6 trillion won ($6.5 billion) battery deal with South Korea's LG Energy Solution, the latter announced in a regulatory filing in Seoul.
Crypto mogul Do Kwon sentenced to 15-years for $40B fraud
Do Kwon, a former cryptocurrency mogul and Stanford graduate, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for his role in a $40 billion fraud scheme.
These South Korean wedding rituals will leave you surprised!
South Korean weddings are a beautiful blend of tradition and modernity, with some rituals leaving brides surprised.
South Korea's wedding traditions are unique
South Korean weddings are a beautiful blend of traditional customs and modern-day practices.
Japan scrambles jets as Russian, Chinese bombers patrol nearby
Japan's Defense Ministry has reported that it scrambled jets to monitor joint patrols by Russian and Chinese air forces.