South Korea says it could join Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’ after ship set ablaze in Strait of Hormuz Seoul says it’s investigating incident but US president immediately blames Iran The Independent UK · May 5
North Korean women’s football club headed to Seoul in rare trip across the border Visit will be the first time a North Korean women’s football team has competed on southern soil since the 2014 Incheon Asian Games The Guardian - AU · May 4
UAE, Qatar seek new Gulf-Asia trade corridor in landmark agreement with South Korea The UAE signed a landmark trade deal with South Korea, the day after it left OPEC, while Qatar is also engaging with Seoul for its own trade agreement. The Gulf states are paving a structural trade corridor with Asia. Euronews · May 4
What is Hantavirus? Symptoms to look out for and how one becomes infected Hantaviruses are serious diseases that can infect people worldwide, primarily transmitted through contact with rodent urine, droppings, and saliva, with bites or scratches being rare, according to the CDC. Two main syndromes are caused by hantaviruses: Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) in the Western Hemisphere, often spread by deer mice, and… The Independent UK · May 3
Sleep takes center stage at Seoul's Han River Nap Competition, in photos Participants lie down and take part in the Han River Nap Competition in Seoul, South Korea, organized by the city government to promote the importance of sleep in the bustling city. The Independent UK · May 2
Forget Tokyo and Hong Kong, Seoul is summer's hot Asian capital It’s easy to fall in love with Seoul but it does require research. Lucy Thackray has your guide Evening Standard · May 1
북한 or 조선? South Korea debates what to call North Korea For Seoul, what to call the North is difficult when you view it as a rebel-held region awaiting reunification The Guardian - AU · May 1
How a simple consumer data breach spiralled into a national security crisis in US-South Korea relations Washington’s focus on online retailer Coupang has led to accusations that the Trump administration is tying issues of national security to domestic corporate matters The Guardian - AU · Apr 24
PUBG Nations Cup 2026 heads back to Seoul: Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Finland join the roster PUBG Nations Cup 2026 returns to Seoul with 24 nations competing. Dot Esports · Apr 22
US ‘restricts intelligence sharing with South Korea’ after minister identified suspected nuclear site Washington reportedly limits satellite data after minister spoke publicly about suspected facility in North Korea The Guardian - UK · Apr 21
US limits intelligence sharing with Korea after remarks on North Korea nuclear site: Report US has partially restricted satellite intelligence sharing with South Korea after Seoul's unification minister revealed details about a suspected North Korean uranium enrichment site. While the minister claims the information was public, Washington views it as an unauthorized disclosure. Despite this, officials state military preparedness and broader intelligence cooperation remain… The Times of India · Apr 21
North Korea conducts multiple ballistic missile tests North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea on Sunday, the latest in a series of recent weapons tests that analysts say signal Pyongyang's rejection of South Korea's attempts to ease tensions. Euronews · Apr 19
China and Russia ties driving North Korean economic recovery, Seoul ministry says China has long been the diplomatically isolated country's main economic backer, though Pyongyang has also drawn closer to Moscow since it launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Euronews · Apr 17
Beef season 2 ending explained: everything that happened in the hit Netflix series' explosive and unhinged finale So... what on Earth was that? While it's nothing like the first Netflix season, Beef season 2 ending is just as explosive. TechRadar · Apr 16
Euronews · Apr 15 North Korea showing 'serious increase' in ability to make nuclear weapons, IAEA says North Korea, which conducted its first nuclear test in 2006, is under rafts of UN sanctions for its banned weapons programmes.
The Independent UK · Apr 15 Seoul court sentences US YouTuber to 6 months in jail over offensive stunts An American YouTuber who sparked national outrage in South Korea for provocative stunts, including dancing on a statue honoring victims of wartime sexual slavery, was sentenced to six months in prison by a Seoul court on Wednesday
Euronews · Apr 13 Poland and South Korea upgrade ties to strategic defence partnership deal During a visit to Seoul on Monday, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung pledged to strengthen their cooperation, particularly in defence.
The Independent UK · Apr 10 BTS returns after over three years but skip major market from their world tour: China One of the biggest Korean bands is back after a three-and-a-half year break, but their world tour is skipping China
The Independent UK · Apr 9 Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea BTS is kicking off their long-awaited world tour with a concert near Seoul
International Business Times · Apr 8 North Korea Fires Missiles After Mocking South as 'World-Startling Fools' in Fresh Escalation North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles into the sea Wednesday in its second launch in two days, South Korea's military said, hours after a senior Pyongyang official derided Seoul as "world-startling fools" for clinging to hopes of improved ties with the nuclear-armed neighbor.
The Times of India · Apr 8 Kim's rare praise, Lee's apology and then a barrage of missiles: Why did North Korea fire two rounds despite unusual exchange North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles on Wednesday. This followed a rare conciliatory message from leader Kim Jong Un to South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. Seoul convened an emergency meeting and urged Pyongyang to stop violating UN resolutions. Analysts suggest North Korea is asserting strength while seeking nuclear power…
Euronews · Apr 8 North Korea launches ballistic missiles after declaring South 'most hostile enemy' The back-to-back launches came after Pyongyang made it clear that it had no intention of improving ties with Seoul, whose government steadfastly expressed its hopes of restoring long-dormant dialogue.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 6 The unlikely appeal of barefoot hiking: ‘It makes you feel quite primal’ From clay trails in Seoul to remote Australian coastlines, a small but growing number of hikers are hitting the trail unshod. But what happens when you feel the ground beneath your feet?
Euronews · Apr 6 Sky-high attractions: Iconic roof walks thrill-seekers can’t miss around the world From a Zaha Hadid landmark in Seoul to a record-breaking view in Toronto, add these adventures to your bucket list.
Euronews · Apr 3 French and South Korean leaders say they'll work together to reopen Strait of Hormuz Iran warned the UN Security Council against any "provocative action", ahead of a scheduled vote on a draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz that ended up being postponed.