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espn.comsports3 hrs ago
KBO Tops 8 Million Fans in Record 443 Games This Season
The Korea Baseball Organization reached 8,007,967 total attendance after five games on July 19. The league hit the mark faster than last year's pace and remains on track to exceed the 2025 single-season record.
Yonhapworld10 hrs ago
Survey Finds 53 Percent of South Korean Workers Can Take Parental Leave Freely, While 47 Percent Face Restrictions
A survey of 1,000 office workers found 46.7 percent could not freely use parental leave. Contract workers and those at small firms reported the highest barriers.
Yonhapworld11 hrs ago
Poll: 90 Percent of South Koreans Back Stronger Penalties for Overseas Technology Leaks
A Korea Enterprises Federation survey of 1,000 adults showed 92.5 percent view core technology leaks as a serious economic threat. Nine in ten respondents called for tougher overseas penalties amid rising detected cases.
yna.co.krworld13 hrs ago
South Korea Announces Roadmap to Allow Offshore Use of Korean Won
The finance ministry announced plans on July 19 to remove barriers for foreigners to obtain and use the won overseas. Measures include offshore settlement systems and regulatory changes building on the recent 24-hour foreign exchange market launch.
Yonhapworld14 hrs ago
Samsung Group brand value rises 8.9 percent to $97.4 billion but ranking slips to eighth
Samsung Group reached a brand value of $97.4 billion this year, an 8.9 percent increase from 2025. The South Korean conglomerate ranked eighth among global technology companies and stayed the only domestic brand in the top 10.
Yonhapworld14 hrs ago
South Korea's Unemployed College Graduates Rise 39,000 to 481,000 While Total Jobless Increase Stays at 11,000
The total reached 481,000 in the April-June period, up 39,000 from a year earlier. Government data showed the second-quarter figure was the highest since 2021.
Yonhapworld15 hrs ago
Foreign Investors Sell 12.1 Trillion Won in South Korean Stocks but Buy 593.7 Billion Won in ETFs
Foreign investors offloaded a net 12.1 trillion won on the main bourse and 338.1 billion won on the secondary market through Thursday in July. They bought 593.7 billion won worth of ETFs over the same period, Yonhap reported.
app.buzzsumo.comworld15 hrs ago
South Korean Embassy and Groups Deliver Aid to Venezuela Quake Victims
The South Korean Embassy in Venezuela and the Korean Community Association distributed lunch boxes and supplies to displaced residents after last month's earthquakes. Korean associations in Colombia and Mexico provided additional funds and masks.
Yonhapworld1 day ago
Former Land Minister Won Hee-ryong to Face Questioning on Scrapped Expressway He Canceled
Won Hee-ryong will face a special council team at 10 a.m. Thursday over the Seoul-Yangpyeong expressway project. The inquiry centers on route changes that allegedly benefited the family of imprisoned former first lady Kim Keon Hee. Yonhap reported the schedule Saturday.
Yonhapworld1 day ago
Heavy Rains Flood Homes and Roads Across Seoul Area and Gangwon Province
Nearly 200 millimeters of rain fell overnight in the Seoul metropolitan area and Gangwon Province, producing 540 property damage cases and prompting evacuations. No casualties were reported as of 11 a.m. on July 18.
koreaherald.comworld1 day ago
Homeplus Closes All 67 Remaining Outlets Nationwide in South Korea
The hypermarket chain shut its last stores this week after suspending 37 others earlier in restructuring. A 200 billion won emergency loan approved Thursday provides temporary relief. The closures follow nearly three decades of operation as the country's second-largest chain.
Yonhapfinance1 day ago
South Korean President Calls for Higher Agricultural Subsidies Funded by Rural Development Tax
President Lee Jae Myung urged an increase in agricultural subsidies on July 18 to protect food security and farmers. He cited rising tax revenues from stock trading and compared South Korea's payments to those in the EU and Japan.
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Yonhappolitics2 days ago
South Korea Foreign Ministry Revokes Researcher Job Offer After Applicant Cleared All Hiring Stages
The foreign ministry revoked the job offer after an internal review found the applicant did not meet qualifications. The decision follows allegations of irregularities in the 2025 recruitment process.
zerohedge.comfinance2 days ago
1.2 Million South Korean Retail Investors Receive Margin Calls as Exports Surge and Growth Forecast Rises
The figure equals more than 3 percent of the adult population. The Bank of Korea raised its policy rate on Thursday while regulators tightened rules on leveraged ETFs.
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Yonhapworld2 days ago
South Korea Agriculture Ministry Holds Emergency Meeting for Weekend Rains
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs convened officials Friday to inspect reservoirs, drainage systems and mountain slopes ahead of heavy monsoon rains. Up to 300 millimeters of rain are forecast for parts of the Seoul area and Gangwon Province.
Yonhapworld2 days ago
South Korea Holds First Constitution Day Ceremony in 18 Years
The National Assembly held its first Constitution Day ceremony since the holiday's redesignation, with Speaker Cho Jeong-sik calling for amendments. Former Speaker Woo Won-shik received the Mugunghwa Order of Civil Merit for his 2024 actions.
The War Zoneworld2 days ago
South Korean Forces Use Netting on Logistics Platform in Joint Exercise
Photographs from July 9, 2026, show Republic of Korea service members aboard an Improved Navy Lighterage System equipped with what appears to be anti-drone netting at Dogu Beach, Pohang. The Combined Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore 26 exercise integrated U.S. and South Korean asse…
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yna.co.krworld3 days ago
Creditor agrees to provide 200 billion won to Homeplus
The main creditor of Homeplus Co. decided Thursday to extend 200 billion won in new funding. The retailer had temporarily closed outlets earlier this week after a court ended its rehabilitation proceedings.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
Hanwha Aerospace Wins Contract to Supply Unmanned Ground Vehicles to Army
Hanwha Aerospace Co. secured the contract to deliver Arion-SMET unmanned ground vehicles. The initial phase is valued at 49.6 billion won, with service entry planned for 2027-2028.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korea Holds Security Meeting on U.S. Trade and Security Ties
The presidential national security office convened a meeting Thursday to coordinate responses on bilateral trade and security matters with the United States. The session occurred amid ongoing U.S. complaints regarding a data leak investigation at Coupang's South Korean affiliate.
yna.co.krworld3 days ago
Hyundai Motor Union to Stage Four-Hour Strikes Next Week as Wage Talks Stall
The union said workers will extend partial strikes from July 20 to 22 after earlier two-hour walkouts this week. Negotiations have reached 15 rounds without agreement.
koreatimes.co.krworld3 days ago
South Korea Regulator Suspends New Leveraged ETFs on Samsung and SK Hynix, Raises Deposit Minimum
The Financial Services Commission suspended new leveraged ETF listings tied to Samsung Electronics and SK hynix. It also raised the minimum cash deposit for single-stock leveraged products and limited trades to batches of 20 shares.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korean Producers and Agencies Agree to Limit Actors' Fees in State-Backed Films
Producers and talent agencies signed a non-binding deal Thursday to keep actors' fees below 10 percent of net production costs for state-backed mid- and low-budget films. The agreement was reached at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art in Seoul.
Abc Newsfinance3 days ago
Bank of Korea raises key rate to 2.75 % for first time since 2023
The central bank lifted its policy rate by 0.25 percentage points on July 15. All seven monetary policy committee members backed the move amid inflation above target and rising household debt.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
Former first lady postpones questioning by special counsel over health
Former first lady Kim Keon Hee has delayed her scheduled appearance before a special counsel team from Sunday to Tuesday, citing health reasons. The session concerns alleged irregularities in the 2022 relocation of the presidential residence.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korea Reviews Plan to Bar Children Under 14 from Social Media Accounts
The Korea Media and Communications Commission is examining phased restrictions on account creation for those under 14 and algorithmic exposure for teens aged 14 to 19. Chairman Kim Jong-cheol outlined the plans at a July 16 policy briefing in Cheong Wa Dae.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korea to Create Single Military Academy for Army, Navy and Air Force at Jaundae
The government and Democratic Party on July 16 agreed to create a single academy for Army, Navy and Air Force cadets at the Jaundae complex in Daejeon. Plans call for a four-year program, higher civilian faculty share and an October announcement after hearings.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korea Launches Task Force for Next-Generation Aircraft Projects
The South Korean government formed a public-private task force on July 16 to increase local companies' role in upcoming aircraft development programs. An inaugural meeting was held in Seoul with officials, industry representatives and experts.
koreaherald.comworld3 days ago
Heritage Professionals Open Forum in South Korea Ahead of UNESCO Committee Session
About 80 site managers and experts gathered Thursday in South Korea for the eighth World Heritage Site Managers' Forum. The event runs through July 23 across Busan and nearby cities as a pre-event for the 48th World Heritage Committee meeting.
koreatimes.co.krworld3 days ago
Greek Foreign Minister to Visit South Korea for July 20 Talks
Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis will meet South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun on Monday. The visit marks the first bilateral trip by a Greek foreign minister to South Korea in nine years. The ministers plan to address bilateral ties and shared international concern…
Yonhappolitics3 days ago
Police Refer Former Prosecutor to Prosecution on Forgery Charges in 2024 Knife Attack Case
Police referred a former prosecutor and two other officials to the prosecution on forgery charges tied to a 2024 knife attack. The officials worked at the National Intelligence Service during its investigation of the incident.
insightsonindia.comfinance4 days ago
South Korea Plans to Add Crypto to State Asset Management Law
South Korea will bring digital assets under a planned national asset management framework. The measure would treat Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies as government-managed holdings.
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Yonhapworld4 days ago
UNESCO Draft Decision Asks Japan for More Details on Sado Mine History Presentation
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee released a draft decision on July 15, 2026, urging Japan to further develop its interpretation of the Sado mine site's full history. The recommendation follows Japan's 2025 conservation report and precedes a committee session in Busan next week…
news.sky.combusiness4 days ago
Samsung Union to Rally Over Pay Gap After Chip Division Receives Exclusive Incentives
Samsung Electronics Company Union will rally Thursday at the Suwon plant to protest a nearly 100-fold compensation gap. The action follows a May wage deal that awarded performance incentives only to chipmaking staff.
Yonhapworld4 days ago
South Korea Adds 63,000 Jobs in June, Manufacturing Loses 97,000
Government data showed employment rising to 29.15 million while the unemployment rate held steady at 2.8 percent. Manufacturing posted its 24th straight year-over-year decline.
Yonhapworld4 days ago
South Korea plans future response fund from semiconductor tax revenue
The government will create a fund using excess tax revenue projected for 2027. Officials said the fund will support youth programs, regional development, and education.
Yonhapbusiness4 days ago
South Korea Import Price Index Falls 4.4 Percent in June
The Bank of Korea reported that import prices dropped at the fastest monthly rate in three and a half years. The decline was driven by a 23 percent fall in Dubai crude oil prices.
yna.co.krfinance4 days ago
Foreign investors sell $110 billion of South Korean stocks year-to-date
Foreign investors have sold $110 billion in South Korean equities so far this year, the largest amount at this point in any year on record. Outflows more than doubled after the start of May, with $31 billion leaving in June alone.
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yna.co.krworld5 days agoUpdated
South Korea Labor Seeks 8% Minimum-Wage Rise, Management Offers 2.2% for 2027
Labor representatives proposed 11,150 won per hour for 2027 while management proposed 10,550 won during July 14 talks. The gap between the sides narrowed to 600 won in revised offers.
finance4 days agoUpdated
South Korea's Kospi Falls 8 Percent to 6,886, Halts Trading, Yet Remains 2026's Top Major Index
The benchmark fell sharply on Monday as rising oil prices from Gulf tensions and a selloff in semiconductor stocks weighed on the market.
yna.co.krworld5 days ago
South Korean President Directs Review of Mifepristone Access Before Legal Limits Are Set
President Lee Jae Myung directed the government on July 14 to find safe ways for women to obtain the abortion pill mifepristone. The instruction came during a Cabinet meeting even though no full legal rules on gestational limits exist.
yna.co.krworld5 days ago
Special Counsel Asks Supreme Court to Delay Ruling on Former First Lady’s Poll Charges After Husband’s Conviction
A special counsel team asked South Korea's Supreme Court on July 14 to delay its scheduled July 16 decision on former first lady Kim Keon Hee's case. The request follows a district court conviction of her husband, former President Yoon Suk Yeol, in a related matter.
yna.co.krworld5 days ago
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun to Visit Philippines for ASEAN Meetings
Foreign Minister Cho Hyun will travel to the Philippines for two days of ASEAN-related meetings beginning July 22. He will co-chair the ASEAN-Republic of Korea Foreign Ministers' Meeting and attend regional forums with Japan and China.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
Princess Anne Visits HD Hyundai Shipyard in Ulsan on Three-Day South Korea Trip
Britain's Princess Anne toured HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co.'s facility in Ulsan on July 14 to review shipbuilding capabilities. The visit formed part of a three-day trip with her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence.
yna.co.krfinance5 days ago
Seoul Shares Rebound 0.73 Percent After Prior Day's 9 Percent Drop
The KOSPI closed at 6,856.83 on Tuesday after reversing from an intraday low of 6,448.86. Technology stocks led the gains while investors watched Middle East developments and awaited U.S. inflation data.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
Seoul High Court Suspends FTC Designation of Coupang Founder as Identical Person
The Seoul High Court on Tuesday partially granted an injunction that suspends the Fair Trade Commission's May 1 designation of Kim Bom as the identical person of Coupang. The suspension lasts until 30 days after a ruling on the main lawsuit filed by Coupang Corp.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
South Korea Probes 58 for Illicit Dongtan Apartment Applications
Yonhap reported Tuesday that 58 people face investigation for using fake addresses and dependents to qualify for apartments in Dongtan 2 New Town. Four have been referred for prosecution and three booked for probes as part of a government crackdown.
Yonhapai5 days ago
South Korea Selects Tech Firms for Government AI Service Project Using Local Models
Major companies including Kakao and LG Uplus have declared participation in the science ministry's AI for all initiative. The project will offer a free public chatbot and AI agent using local models and Nvidia hardware.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
South Korea Detects 2.4 Trillion Won in Illegal Foreign Exchange Deals
South Korea uncovered 2.4 trillion won worth of illegal foreign exchange transactions through May. The finance ministry, customs service and tax agency pledged tighter coordination. Officials cited a record trade surplus and improving market balance.
Yonhapworld5 days ago
South Korean refiner shares rise while broader market falls after Russia bans diesel exports
SK Innovation and S-Oil shares climbed more than 5 percent on July 13 after Russia halted diesel exports. The move followed Ukrainian attacks on Russian refineries and tightened global supplies.
gizmodo.comworld6 days ago
SK Hynix Falls 15 % After Record U.S. Listing While Remaining Up 160 % for the Year
SK Hynix shares fell 15% in Seoul on Monday after its $26.5 billion U.S. ADR debut. The selloff spread to other memory stocks and triggered a market-wide halt on the KOSPI.
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Yonhapworld6 days ago
Seoul Court Denies Bail to Former Yoon Chief of Staff, Citing Evidence Concerns
The Seoul Central District Court rejected bail for Kim Dae-ki on July 13, 2026, in a case involving alleged diversion of 2 billion won for presidential residence renovations. Yonhap reported the decision cited risks of evidence destruction.
Yonhapfinance6 days ago
KOSPI Falls 8.95 Percent to 6,806.93 After 20-Minute Circuit-Breaker Halt
Seoul's benchmark index fell 669 points on July 13 amid heavy selling in technology stocks. A 20-minute trading halt marked the seventh circuit breaker activation this year.
Yonhapworld6 days ago
South Korea Launches Task Force on Stalking and Dating Violence After Namyangju Murder
A government task force launched Monday to address gaps exposed by recent stalking murders. It announced 20 measures focused on laws, coordination, victim support and awareness.
Yonhapworld6 days ago
Special Counsel Summons Former First Lady Kim Keon Hee Over 2022 Residence Relocation
A special counsel team investigating alleged irregularities in the 2022 presidential residence move has summoned former first lady Kim Keon Hee for questioning Sunday morning. The probe centers on the selection of interior design company 21 Gram for renovations in Seoul's Yongsan…
koreatimes.co.krworld6 days ago
Christopher Nolan and Matt Damon to Appear on South Korean Talk Show
Filmmaker Christopher Nolan and actor Matt Damon will guest on the South Korean program 'You Quiz on the Block' during an August visit to Seoul. The appearance was announced July 13 by broadcaster tvN to promote the film 'The Odyssey.'
world6 days ago
AMCHAM Launches K-Doorknock Program for Korean Firms in U.S.
The American Chamber of Commerce in Korea announced a new initiative Monday to help Korean companies expand operations and investments in the United States. The four-day program in Washington, D.C., includes meetings with U.S. officials and lawmakers.
Yonhapworld6 days ago
Choi Soo-young Cast as Criminal Leader in 'Okay! Madam 2'
Singer-actress Choi Soo-young joined the cast of the action comedy sequel as Anya during a July 13 press conference in Seoul. The film reunites much of the original ensemble and is scheduled for release on August 12.
Yonhapworld6 days ago
Jung Chung-rae Joins Five-Way Race for Democratic Party Leadership, Denies Presidential Ambitions
Jung Chung-rae declared his reelection bid for Democratic Party leader on July 13. He faces four challengers in the August 17 national convention. The winner will oversee candidate nominations for the 2028 parliamentary elections.
Yonhapworld6 days ago
South Korea Plans Semiconductor and AI Projects Needing 24.7 GW Extra Power, with Nuclear Timeline Unclear
President Lee Jae Myung and industry leaders unveiled mega projects on June 29 targeting semiconductors, AI data centers and physical AI. The plans include a new cluster in Gwangju and existing construction in Yongin.