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72-year-old South Korean man entered Japan on a 15-day visa, lived there for 33 years before being arrested

A 72-year-old South Korean man who entered Japan on a 15-day visa in 1993 is now facing arrest after allegedly remaining in the country for about 33 years. The man, identified in Japanese reports as Mun Jong-gi, entered Japan in September 1993 using his younger brother's passport, according to police.…

The Times of India

From Caravaggio to Korea: How Malta’s artists are breaking out of the baroque

The BEJN pavilion connects Malta and Korea through poetry, sacred ropes, festa traditions and sounds.

Euronews

South Korean man arrested in Japan for overstaying 15-day tourist visa by 26 years

The 72-year-old South Korean man came to Japan on 15-day tourist visa in 1993

The Independent UK

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Families of South Koreans missing in Nepal floods seek urgent helicopter access

Nine South Koreans remain missing after a catastrophic flash flood in Nepal. Families are urging authorities to secure helicopter access for a critical search operation. A South Korean rapid response team awaits flight clearance to reach the affected disaster area. Nepalese authorities stated they do not require foreign assistance for…

The Economic Times

SK hynix breaks ground on the first HBM plant in the US, bringing key AI component production to the States — says production starts in 2029

SK hynix breaks ground on HBM assembly plant in the U.S. that will form a connection between DRAM wafers produced in South Korea and their consumers among AI companies in the U.S.

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Nepal declines foreign rescue help, South Korea says it is 'negotiating'

Nepal has declined foreign assistance for flood rescue operations. Security agencies are managing the search and rescue efforts effectively. Several countries offered help after hundreds of foreign nationals went missing. South Korea will continue negotiations regarding rescue team acceptance. Humanitarian aid of one million dollars has been pledged by Seoul.

The Economic Times

US, South Korea and Japan to hold trilateral drill as North Korea ramps up pressure on US

Seoul says South Korea, the U.S. and Japan will go ahead with a trilateral military drill next month to better deal with North Korean nuclear threats

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South Korea to re-examine 310,000 missing person cases after fake record scandal

Renewed scrutiny comes after police officer accused of falsifying records in order to close the cases of people who were later found dead

The Guardian - AU

South Korean police scandal over missing person cases deepens public distrust

A South Korean police officer's alleged falsification of documents in two missing person cases has exposed gaps in police oversight and fueled public distrust

The Independent UK

298 Missing Cases Reopened After Jeju Cop Allegedly Cleared 2 People Later Found Dead

A South Korean officer is detained for allegedly closing missing-person cases without verification, leading to tragic outcomes. Authorities are reviewing 298 cases he handled, sparking calls for police accountability.

International Business Times UK

‘The technique was revolutionary’: Ha Chong-Hyun, the 91-year-old South Korean artist who turned painting inside out

In his trailblazing work, paint is pushed through the back of hemp to create spare, striking paintings. Abstraction is a form of rebellion, he says – and he has no intention of slowing down

The Guardian - UK

Global Market: Bank of Korea hikes rates again to 3% as growth, inflation stay firm

South Korea’s central bank raised its benchmark interest rate by 25 basis points to 3% for a second straight meeting, citing stronger-than-expected economic growth and persistent inflationary pressures from higher energy costs. The Bank of Korea also upgraded its growth forecasts, while strong semiconductor exports and AI-driven chip demand are…

The Economic Times

South Korean police seek indictments of officials for lying about concrete structure in Jeju Air crash

Boeing 737-800 skidded off runaway at Muan International Airport after its landing gear failed to deploy

The Independent UK

China’s data centres will reportedly use more power than South Korea by 2030

In 2025, Chinese data centers were expected to use 479 TWh/year by 2030. Now, they're expected to use 774 TWh/year by 2030.

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The Independent UK

Four bodies in three days: Police under scrutiny after mysterious deaths on South Korea’s Jeju island

At least four people reported missing on Korean island found dead

The Economic Times

Gabriel India forms JV with South Korea's HL Klemove for autonomous driving technology

Gabriel India has formed a joint venture with South Korea's HL Klemove. This partnership aims to expand presence in autonomous driving solutions and electronics. Gabriel India will acquire a thirty percent less one share stake. The company is investing approximately nine hundred thirty-five crore rupees in this venture. This move…

International Business Times UK

NBA YoungBoy on Selling Masters: 'Why Not?' as He Builds a New Life in South Korea Following Trump Pardon

Rapper NBA YoungBoy, now residing in South Korea, considers selling his music masters after receiving a Trump pardon. He prioritises safety and a fresh start, distancing from past legal issues.

The Economic Times

'Inappropriate and hostile': Trump scales back US-South Korea drills amid ties with North Korea

President Donald Trump ordered a significant reduction in joint military exercises with South Korea. He cited costs and his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise was consequently halved in duration. Live drills were also reduced, focusing more on defensive operations. North Korea…

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Global Market Today: Asian stocks mixed ahead of Nvidia results, oil prices slide

Contracts for the Nasdaq 100 Index dropped 0.3%, and those for the S&P 500 Index edged 0.1% down. MSCI’s Asia Pacific equities gauge was little changed with benchmarks in Japan and South Korea fluctuating between gains and losses.

International Business Times UK

Fourth Body Found in 48 Hours on Jeju Island Fuels Fears Over South Korea's Missing Persons Crisis

South Korean police face criticism after four bodies were found on Jeju Island, revealing systemic failures in handling missing persons cases and prompting nationwide audits and calls for reform.

International Business Times UK

Serial Killer on the Loose in South Korea's Jeju Island? Four Dead Bodies Discovered as Rogue Cop Arrested for Cover Up

A police officer on Jeju Island is accused of falsifying missing-person records amidst public fears of a serial killer, prompting a national review of police procedures.

The Economic Times

Earlier in 2026, Amogy and 2G Energy tested hydrogen made from ammonia without storing the gas. 3 years later, their South Korea project is planned to scale from 1 MW to 40 MW

Earlier in 2026, Amogy and 2G Energy demonstrated a different way of thinking about hydrogen power: instead of storing hydrogen gas in large quantities, hydrogen could be produced from ammonia when it is needed. The companies showed how Amogy’s ammonia-cracking technology could supply hydrogen-rich fuel to a 2G engine for…

Bangkok Post

S. Korea seeks Interpol help to track illegal gambling suspects in Thailand

South Korean police are hunting five suspects believed to have fled to Thailand for allegedly operating an illegal gambling site involving 60 billion won (1.5 billion baht).

The Economic Times

In 1953, South Korea emerged from war with 60–70% living in extreme poverty. 71 years later, life expectancy reached 83.7 years with highest education levels anywhere in the planet

Emerging from the ashes of the Korean War, South Korea became a beacon of transformation, where enhanced educational access laid the groundwork for robust economic development. This shift not only propelled industries forward but also significantly improved living conditions, contributing to a remarkable surge in life expectancy. Today, young adults…

The Conversation

Train to Busan ten years on: zombie thriller that propelled the rise of Korean cinema

Ten years ago, a divorced father and his young daughter boarded a high-speed train from Seoul to Busan. But before they reached their destination, most of South Korea had been overrun by zombies.

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