South Korea: News
These origami-inspired rover wheels could make lunar exploration easier
A team of researchers from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has developed innovative origami-inspired wheels for a Moon rover.
Chinese hacker used AI in South Korean bank attacks: CrowdStrike
A recent report by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike has revealed that a 26-year-old suspect from China's Guangdong province may be behind the cyberattacks on South Korea's financial sector.
South Korea bets $3.5B on its own frontier AI model
South Korea has unveiled plans for a massive 4.7 trillion won ($3.5 billion) project aimed at developing a cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) model.
North Korea conducts missile test
North Korea has successfully tested an intermediate-range missile, state media reported on Sunday.
Ex-Big Bang member T.O.P and actor Nana confirm they're dating!
Former Big Bang member T.O.P (Choi Seung-hyun) and actor Nana have confirmed their romantic relationship, reported Korean news agency Yonhap.
K-pop star gets suspended jail term for violating military law
A South Korean court has sentenced K-pop singer Song Min-ho aka Mino to a suspended one-year prison term for violating the country's military service law.
Skip these spots in South Korea (and go here instead)
South Korea is a popular tourist destination, famous for its rich culture and history.
India about to have a major K-pop festival?
India might become the stage for a massive K-pop festival, with venues reportedly being scouted in four cities.
Rima Das joins jury at Busan International Film Festival
Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Rima Das has been appointed as a juror for the New Currents Award at the 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). The award is a prestigious platform for new Asian filmmakers.
Overrated places in South Korea you can skip
South Korea is famous for its vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning landscapes. However, some tourist spots are more hyped than they are worth.
India's exports to core BRICS nations soar by 34%
India's exports to core BRICS countries, China, South Africa, Brazil, and Russia, have witnessed a massive 34% jump in the first five months of FY2026-27.
Galaxy Z Fold8 popularity surged after Apple unveiled iPhone Duo
Samsung's latest foldable phone, the Galaxy Z Fold8, has witnessed a massive spike in sales in South Korea.
Nakamura Yuri dies at 44; secretly battled cancer for years
Nakamura Yuri, a renowned Japanese-Korean actor known for her roles in Netflix's Romantics Anonymous (2025) and Pacchigi! Love & Peace (2007), passed away on September 1. She was 44.
Japan's centenarian population surpasses 100,000 mark for 1st time
Japan has broken a new record in its long-standing tradition of longevity. For the first time, the number of people aged 100 or older has crossed the 100,000 mark.
Why global investors are turning away from Indian shares
India's once-booming stock market is losing its sheen among global investors.
Asian students beat US peers as AI reshapes classroom learning
Asian high-school students have outperformed their Western counterparts in reading, science, and math, according to the 2025 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA).
'Have...some shame': Philippines as defense chief gets China note mid-speech
The Seoul Defence Dialogue witnessed a dramatic turn of events when Chinese "wolf warrior diplomacy" was met with strong resistance from the Philippines.
Krafton to invest another $250M in India, diversifying beyond gaming
Krafton, the South Korean gaming giant behind popular titles like PUBG and Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI), has announced plans to invest an additional $250 million in India over the next three to four years.
South Korea, US negotiate chip investments as tariff concerns grow
South Korea and the US are in talks over semiconductor investments in the US, a Seoul official said on Friday.
Flood-ravaged Nepal may need up to $5bn to rebuild
Nepal is staring at a massive reconstruction bill of up to $5 billion after devastating floods hit the country.
Nepal floods: Death toll crosses 550, over 1,500 missing
The devastating floods in Nepal have left at least 547 people dead and over 977 missing, according to the country's disaster authority.
Hyundai to launch 26 cars in India by 2030
Hyundai is gearing up for a major expansion in India, with 26 products for the market by 2030.
Hyundai strike ends with tentative wage deal
Hyundai Motor Company and the union representing its employees have reached a tentative agreement on wages and bonuses.
Hyundai's union stages 1st full strike in a decade
Hyundai Motor's South Korean union has staged its first full strike in a decade. The move comes after wage talks between the two sides stalled.
After Mark's exit, NCT DREAM to continue as 6-member group
K-pop boy band NCT DREAM has confirmed that it will continue as a six-member group.
Why Samsung has raised chipmaking costs by up to 15%
Samsung Electronics has raised the prices for some of its advanced contract chipmaking services by as much as 15%.
Why foreign inflows in Asian bonds have hit 4-month low
Foreign investment in major Asian bond markets fell to a four-month low in July, according to Reuters.
Kim responding to my overtures, says Trump
United States President Donald Trump has said that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has responded to his recent overtures.
Trump orders Pentagon to cut back on South Korea drills
United States President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to significantly cut back on joint military exercises with South Korea.
Global AI investment to hit $1 trillion: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs Research has predicted that global investment in artificial intelligence (AI) will reach around $1 trillion by 2026.
Trump slaps 100% tariffs on drones and aircraft component imports
US President Donald Trump has announced a major tariff hike on the existing import of drones and unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) components.
Incheon airport becomes world's busiest, overtaking Heathrow
Incheon International Airport in South Korea has become the world's busiest airport for international passenger traffic, according to preliminary data from Airports Council International.
South Korea is targeting Moon landing by 2030
South Korea has unveiled an ambitious technology strategy, the "Seven Major SEED" initiative.
South Korea announces $3.5B fund to boost its chip industry
South Korea has announced a massive 5 trillion won ($3.52 billion) semiconductor fund to boost its chip industry.
TWICE's Jeongyeon leaves JYP Entertainment after 16 years
K-pop group TWICE member Yu Jeongyeon, simply known as Jeongyeon, has announced her departure from JYP Entertainment.
Indian solar exports face 15% US tariff under Trump order
The United States has announced a 15% tariff on solar cells and modules imported from India and other countries.
South Korea records highest-ever temperature since 1904
South Korea has recorded its highest-ever temperature, with Yangsan city hitting 42.5°C on Sunday.
Foreign investors turn net buyers, pour ₹20,200cr into equities
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have turned net buyers of Indian equities in July, reversing their previous selling trend.
KOSPI rockets 17% as Samsung, SK Hynix lead rebound
South Korea's benchmark KOSPI index staged a remarkable recovery on Friday, soaring 17% to recover most of the losses incurred earlier this week.
Rajkumar Hirani's 'Pritam and Pedro' to get Korean remake?
The JioHotstar series Pritam and Pedro, produced by Rajkumar Hirani, is reportedly in early talks for a Korean adaptation.
South Korea halts trading as AI chip selloff batters stocks
South Korea's benchmark Kospi index has witnessed a massive fall of over 11%. The decline has led to a market-wide trading halt for the second consecutive session.
South Korea's KOSPI crashes 8% as chip stocks tumble
South Korea's KOSPI index plummeted by nearly 8% on Tuesday, triggering a temporary suspension of program trading.
K-culture festival: South Korea to host Coachella-like fest in 2027
South Korea is set to host an 11-day K-culture festival and a fandom awards show in December 2027.
'Divorce of the century': Korean billionaire to pay ex-wife $644M
Chey Tae-won, the chairman of South Korea's SK Group conglomerate, has been ordered to pay his ex-wife Roh Soh-yeong 944 billion won ($644 million) in a divorce settlement.
SK Hynix, Samsung strike $950B chip deals with US firms
South Korean tech giants SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics have signed a massive $950 billion partnership with major US technology companies.
Satellite imagery captures 10,000-km-long rain band from India-South Korea
A massive monsoon rain band, stretching 7,000 to 10,000km from northern India to South Korea, has been captured in satellite imagery. This phenomenon is one of the most active phases of the 2026 southwest monsoon.
How to bow the right way in South Korea
In South Korea, bowing is an important part of etiquette and culture. It is a gesture of respect, greeting, gratitude, and apology.
Will Prince Harry's Invictus Games come to Asia?
The Invictus Games, an international sporting event for wounded, injured and sick veterans and service personnel, will be held in South Korea in 2029.
Starbucks workers in South Korea have unionized
Starbucks Korea, the third-largest market for the global coffee giant after the US and China, has seen its workers form a labor union.
South Korea raises interest rates for first time since 2023
South Korea's central bank, the Bank of Korea (BOK), has raised its key interest rate for the first time in over three years.
After SK Hynix, Samsung Electronics may get listed in US
Samsung Electronics is reportedly in the early stages of considering a possible sale of American depositary receipts (ADRs).
South Korea: Ex-president sentenced in political funding case
A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to two years in prison for illegally receiving free opinion polling services (worth 270 million won).
South Korea announces record $530B budget, driven by AI boom
South Korea has announced a record-breaking budget of over 800 trillion won ($530.97 billion) for the fiscal year 2027.
Emerging markets saw equity outflow worth $46B in June
Emerging markets witnessed a massive exodus of foreign capital in June, with net outflows from equities hitting $46.1 billion.
South Korea issues 1st-ever emergency heatwave warning
South Korea has issued its first-ever emergency heatwave warning under a new system introduced this year.
SK Hynix eyes $26.5B US listing amid AI chip surge
South Korea's memory chip manufacturer, SK Hynix, has announced its mega US listing.
Korea will use AI windfall to set up growth fund
South Korea is setting up a "Future Response Fund" with the extra tax revenue from its booming semiconductor industry.
SK Hynix announces $51B factory to meet AI memory demand
SK Hynix, a leading South Korean semiconductor manufacturer, has announced plans to invest 80 trillion won ($51.46 billion) into a new NAND memory chip production facility.
South Korea bets $576B on chips, AI to boost economy
South Korea has announced a massive industrial strategy focused on semiconductors and artificial intelligence (AI).
'Squid Game' actor O Yeong-su acquitted of sexual misconduct charges
O Yeong-su, the 81-year-old South Korean actor who gained international fame for his role in Netflix's hit series Squid Game, has been acquitted of sexual misconduct charges by the Supreme Court of South Korea.
AI smart glasses are helping students cheat on exams
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology is changing the game in education, especially when it comes to exams.
Jewar to become North India's Silicon Valley: Ashwini Vaishnaw
The Indian government has taken a major step toward establishing Jewar as a key player in the global electronics and semiconductor manufacturing arena.
South Korea to train 500,000 personnel to become 'drone warriors'
South Korea is planning to transform its military strategy by training all branches of its armed forces in drone operations.
South Korea's Kospi index tumbles 8% as AI-driven sell-off deepens
South Korea's stock market has become a prime example of how the artificial intelligence (AI) boom is reshaping global equities.
Defense firm Anduril in talks to buy Nissan's Japanese plant
US-based defense contractor Anduril Industries is in talks to acquire Nissan Motor's Oppama assembly plant, located near Tokyo, according to Reuters.
Korean chip giant SK Hynix is about to raise $29B
South Korea's chip giant, SK Hynix, is all set to raise a whopping $29.43 billion through American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) on the Nasdaq exchange.
South Korea's 'dopamine sites' let you enjoy fake shopping, dining
South Korean youngsters are increasingly drawn to "dopamine sites," a trend that is changing how they experience consumption.