North Korea accuses South Korean troops of firing warning shots near border South Korean acknowledges that its soldiers fired warning shots after North Korean troops briefly crossed the border. Al Jazeera · Aug 23, 2025
Kim Jong Un’s sister says war games show South Korea has ‘dual personality’ Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, dismisses South Korean president’s latest outreach as hypocrisy The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2025
Chinese national in California jailed for exporting weapons to North Korea Shenghua Wen, 42, received around $2 million (€1.7 million) from North Korean officials to ship firearms and ammunition from California. Euronews · Aug 20, 2025
North Korea slams South Korea’s peace overtures as US drills continue North Korean leader’s sister says South Korea cannot be a diplomatic partner, denounces ongoing army drills with the US. Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2025
Kim Jong Un’s sister condemns South Korea following joint US military drills Korean Central News Agency said Kim Yo Jong condemned the South as the ‘top-class faithful dog’ of the United States The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025
Don’t Worry Village: The young S Koreans who left Seoul, seeking community Disillusioned with Seoul’s work-to-survive lifestyle, a group of Koreans find refuge in the rural ‘Don’t Worry Village’. Al Jazeera · Aug 19, 2025
Jong Kook Marriage Plans Confirmed: Details On Future Wife, Wedding Plans And More Running Man star Kim Jong Kook announces he will marry soon in Seoul. His agency confirms his bride is a non-celebrity, keeping fans guessing her identity International Business Times UK · Aug 18, 2025
With $15.5M From Salesforce Ventures And SBI, Datumo Accelerates AI Evaluation Tools—Samsung, LG May Be Watching Salesforce Ventures announced on Aug. 11 that it has made its first investment in a South Korean AI startup, leading a $15.5 million Series B funding round for Seoul-based Datumo, a company focused on trust and safety evaluation for generative AI systems. Benzinga · Aug 16, 2025
What is the best way to get from Birmingham to Dubai? TRAVEL QUESTIONS: Simon Calder answers your questions on the best airline for a trip to the UAE, what to see in South Korea, Europe’s new entry-exit system, and what to do if your flight is affected by the Air Canada strike The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2025
South Korea President Vows To Build 'Military Trust' With North South Korean President Lee Jae Myung vowed Friday to "respect" North Korea's political system and build "military trust", a day after Pyongyang said it had no interest in improving relations with Seoul. International Business Times · Aug 15, 2025
South Korea to restore pact halting military activity on North Korea border South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung said he will restore a military agreement to rebuild trust with North Korea. Al Jazeera · Aug 15, 2025
South Korea’s president vows to restore 2018 inter-Korean military agreement to ease tensions South Korea’s new liberal president, Lee Jae Myung, says he will seek to restore a 2018 military agreement with North Korea aimed at reducing border tensions and urged Pyongyang to respond to Seoul’s efforts to rebuild trust and revive dialogue The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025
Kim Jong-un's sister mocks South Korean attempts to improve relations Kim Yo-jong said on Thursday that Seoul's attitude towards North Korea “remains unchanged and can never change”. Euronews · Aug 14, 2025
Kim Jong Un’s sister denies North Korea has removed border loudspeakers North Korean leader’s firebrand sister says Pyongyang has no intention of halting broadcasts or courting better ties with the South The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2025
International Business Times · Aug 14, 2025 North Korea Denies Removing Border Loudspeakers The powerful sister of North Korea's leader on Thursday denied reports by the South Korean military that Pyongyang has started removing loudspeakers used in tit-for-tat propaganda wars along their border.
Euronews · Aug 13, 2025 Wife of South Korea’s jailed ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol arrested over corruption allegations Investigators are seeking to charge Kim over alleged crimes in one of three probes launched under Seoul’s new liberal government, targeting the presidency of Yoon, a conservative who was removed from office in April.
The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2025 South Korea’s former first lady Kim Keon Hee arrested on corruption charges Seoul court issues arrest warrant close to midnight over concerns of evidence destruction
The Guardian - UK · Aug 12, 2025 South Korea’s former first lady arrested after court issues warrant on corruption charges Kim Keon Hee in custody on three charges while husband Yoon Suk Yeol detained over attempt to impose martial law
The Guardian - AU · Aug 10, 2025 North Korea removing propaganda loudspeakers in border areas amid efforts to ease tensions Seoul dismantled its loudspeakers a week ago, and Pyongyang appears to be following suit as President Lee Jae Myung seeks to improve ties with North
International Business Times · Aug 9, 2025 North Korea Removing Border Loudspeakers: Seoul Military North Korean troops have started removing propaganda loudspeakers used to blare unsettling noises along the border, South Korea's military said Saturday, days after Seoul's new administration dismantled ones on its side of the frontier.
The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025 Seoul to crack down on taxi drivers overcharging and refusing rides to foreign tourists South Korean capital launches 100-day crackdown on taxi drivers scamming foreign tourists
The Guardian - AU · Aug 7, 2025 Integration classes and complaints offices: South Korea charts a path to a cohesive multicultural future As South Korea nears official multicultural status, Seoul wants newcomers to integrate – but they still face discrimination and prejudice
The Guardian - UK · Aug 4, 2025 Weather tracker: Heat records fall as Japan and South Korea swelter Fears for August as Kyoto reaches 40C and Seoul has 22 nights above 25C, while eastern Australia enjoys snow
International Business Times · Aug 4, 2025 South Korea Removing Loudspeakers On Border With North South Korea said Monday it was removing loudspeakers used to blare K-pop and news reports to the North, as the new administration in Seoul tries to ease tensions with its bellicose neighbour.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 4, 2025 South Korea begins removing loudspeakers on border with North to reduce tensions Overture from new president Lee Jae Myung is latest effort to revive dialogue with Pyongyang that stalled under his predecessor