KASA seeks record budget for 2027 to nurture space as strategic industry
Korea's space agency said Tuesday it will seek a 1.65 trillion-won ($1.2 billion) budget next year, as part of its…
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Gangnam District combines 4 major family fests into 1 large gathering
Long known globally as a playground for high-end fashion, tech conglomerates and sleek modern pop culture, Seoul’s…
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Gov't bets big on AI, chips for 2027 budget to compete in global tech race
The government plans to significantly ramp up investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors to prevent…
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Nat'l Assembly kicks off regular session amid partisan tensions
The National Assembly convened a regular session Tuesday, with heated clashes expected between the ruling and…
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S. Korea, US coordinating foreign minister's visit for talks with Rubio: officials
South Korea and the United States are coordinating a possible visit by Foreign Minister Cho Hyun to Washington for…
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Iran president offers US olive branch before Putin meeting
BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan — Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday vowed to match any U.S. move to return to a June…
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Korean defense big 4 make global Top 100, led by Hanwha at No. 16
Four major defense companies have secured spots among the world’s top 100 defense companies, with Hanwha climbing six…
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Korea projects state-run firms' combined debt to hit $728.6 bil. in 2030
The government on Tuesday projected the combined debt of state-run firms to reach 997.4 trillion won ($728.6 billion)…
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Corporate buybacks prop up KOSPI despite broad investor selling
Seoul stocks eked out modest gains Tuesday, as corporate buying helped the KOSPI hold above 6,800 despite net selling…
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Gender minister nominee refuses to give up lawmaker seat, sparking backlash
A debate over whether a cabinet minister can simultaneously hold a parliamentary seat is widening across the political…
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PM vows to stake job on ensuring housing supply
Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Tuesday she will stake her job on ensuring that the government's housing supply plan…
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Japan to relax overtime regulation under workaholic PM
TOKYO — Japan will ease overtime regulation starting Tuesday in a move meant to help spur economic growth but…
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N. Korea downgrades diplomatic mission to London in protest of British sanctions over children's camp
North Korea has downgraded its diplomatic mission in London in protest against Britain's decision to sanction a North…
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Gov't eases property tax reform amid public backlash
The government scrapped a plan to lower the basic deduction under the comprehensive real estate tax to 900 million won…
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Samsung Electro-Mechanics wins $780 mil. AI server capacitor contract
Samsung Electro-Mechanics said Tuesday it has secured a 1.07 trillion won ($780 million) contract to supply multilayer…
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Jeju officer admits closing missing person cases to avoid extra work
The Jeju Provincial Police said Tuesday that an officer who prematurely closed multiple missing person cases on the…
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Actor Ha Young leaves Netflix's 'The Trauma Code' after family controversy
Actor Ha Young, who had come under fire over allegations surrounding her great-grandfather's pro-Japanese activities…
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Presidential chief of staff for policy resigns amid criticism on economic policies: Cheong Wa Dae
Kim Yong-beom resigned from his post as presidential chief of staff for policy as calls continue for him to take…
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Seoul deploys 6,800 safety personnel for weekend fireworks festival
The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Tuesday it will deploy 6,800 safety personnel and expand traffic controls around…
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Seoul unveils "MY SEOUL+" platform for foreign residents
Navigating bureaucracy in a foreign country can often feel like translating a map in the dark. For the more than…
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DDP takes center stage as Seoul energizes its nighttime economy
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) will become a vast canvas of light and sound Thursday as Seoul opens its latest bid to…
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PPP must seek drastic change
Approval ratings for the ruling Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) fell to the 30 percent range, a recent Gallup poll…
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Pusan, Chonnam, Chungnam national universities selected for '10 SNUs' initiative
Pusan National University, Chonnam National University and Chungnam National University have been selected for the…
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Rescuers comb through mud, debris as Nepal-China floods leave more than 1,000 dead
KATHMANDU, Nepal — Rescue teams with search dogs combed through mud, rocks and debris Tuesday in Nepal and China…
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Coach for men's Asian Games football team eyes gold despite recent struggles
The head coach of the Korean men's national football team at the upcoming Asian Games on Tuesday vowed to bring home…
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LG Twins manager, GM welcome back pitcher Go Woo-suk from US
Both the manager and the top baseball operations executive for the LG Twins said Tuesday they are welcoming their…
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Korea, Japan hold economic security dialogue to discuss nurturing advanced tech
Korea and Japan held a bilateral economic security dialogue in Tokyo on Tuesday to share their relevant policies and…
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How Ryu Jun-yeol tackled two roles in Netflix's series 'Mousetrap'
Korean actor Ryu Jun-yeol stepped into double-duty territory for his latest project, tackling a dual role for the first…
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Iran president says Tehran would 'immediately' reciprocate if US returns to June deal
BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan — Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tuesday that Tehran would "immediately" reciprocate if…
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Iran's president says Iran would return to ceasefire agreement if US does, and other Mideast news
Iran's president said Tuesday his country is ready to return to the ceasefire deal reached with the United States in…
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31st BIFF spotlights animation, international icons
The 31st Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) will shine a light on animated films while bringing an impressive…
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Korea's science minister attends G20 Innovation Ministerial event
Korea's Science Minister Bae Kyung-hoon attended the Group of 20 (G20) Innovation Ministerial Meeting taking place in…
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6,800 personnel to be deployed to ensure safety at Seoul fireworks festival
The Seoul city government said Tuesday it will deploy 6,800 personnel to manage crowds and handle emergencies during…
Read at source →More than 1,000 dead from catastrophic Nepal-China floods
KATHMANDU, Nepal — The death toll from catastrophic flooding in Nepal and China passed 1,000 on Tuesday, authorities…
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Trump vows to hit Iran hard after first exchanges of fire in a month
DUBAI/ASHEVILLE, North Carolina — U.S. President Donald Trump was quoted on Monday as promising to "hit them hard"…
Read at source →Ha Young leaves 'The Trauma Code' after family controversy
Actor Ha Young, who had come under fire over allegations surrounding her great-grandfather's pro-Japanese activities…
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