SHOCKING: 13 - What They Never Told You

South Korean gaming tycoon ordered to pay record £1.4bn divorce settlement

Smilegate founder Kwon Hyuk Bin told to transfer 35 per cent stake in company to ex-wife

The Independent UK · Sep 10

Seoul spy agency unveils potential new heir to North Korea’s Kim Jong-un

A South Korean spy agency on Thursday revealed that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un could have a child born before his chosen successor, daughter Kim Ju Ae, which raises questions about succession. Information about the Kim dynasty is scarce and often difficult to verify.

France 24 · Sep 10

Women's Junior Asia Cup: India storms into semis with 19-0 win over Pakistan

India's junior women's hockey team secured a semi-final spot with a dominant 19-0 win. They overwhelmed Pakistan in their quarter-final match with relentless attacking play. India scored multiple goals across all four quarters to ensure their comprehensive victory. This emphatic performance showcased their strong offensive capabilities throughout the contest. The…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Global Market Today: Asian stocks to fall as oil stokes inflation fears

Equity-index futures for Japan, South Korea and Australia pointed lower after the S&P 500 Index fell 0.5%, led by industrial and consumer-discretionary shares. The Nasdaq 100 Index dropped 0.3% as Nvidia Corp., Amazon.com Inc. and Alphabet Inc. declined. Contracts for US stocks were little changed in early Asian trading.

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Aid cuts force clinic closures across Sudan

In tonight's edition: aid groups are warning that funding cuts are forcing dozens of health clinics in Sudan to close. Also, an AI and Africa conference has kicked off in South Korea's capital. Finally, we take a look at the Rwanda Space Agency as Paris hosts its very first international…

France 24 · Sep 9

South Korea's underground seed vault could help crops survive future heat

As climate change accelerates biodiversity loss and threatens food security, South Korea is expanding an unusual form of protection, preserving the genetic resources of wild plants for the future. At the centre of this effort is the Baekdudaegan Global Seed Vault, operated by the Korea Arboreta and Gardens Institute (KoAGI).…

The Times of India · Sep 9

Yemen's Houthi rebels say Saudi-backed forces launched airstrikes, and other key Mideast news

The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen say that Saudi-backed forces have launched dozens of airstrikes across four provinces

The Independent UK · Sep 9

Global Market Today: Asian chip stocks rise, oil climbs towards $100

Asian chip stocks experienced a remarkable uptick, fueled by lingering investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence technologies. As Middle Eastern conflicts intensify, Brent crude oil prices are edging closer to the $100 per barrel mark. The Kospi index in South Korea gained one percent, largely due to gains from major chip…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Kim Jong Un is threatening US, Japan and South Korea with its most advanced warship, a 5000-ton nuclear missile carrying destroyers; second warship commissioned as rivals launch drills

North Korea commissioned its second large destroyer, the Kang Kon, on September sixth. This vessel joins the Choe Hyon-class, representing a significant naval expansion. The Kang Kon is designated for North Korea's nuclear response system. This development occurs as the US, South Korea, and Japan conduct joint military exercises. These…

The Economic Times · Sep 8

French AI company Mistral hits $24 billion valuation in funding round

Mistral said that the round was jointly led by existing investor PSG Equity, along with South Korea's Samsung Electronics and the EU-backed Scaleup Europe Fund, which both invested ‌in it for ⁠the ⁠first time.

The Economic Times · Sep 8