Following surge in demand, Seoul brings 'Slow Morning' walks to Gwangjin Bridge
A popular Sunday morning fitness event that transforms Seoul’s streets and landmarks into open-air exercise spaces is…
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After Asian pop category launch, BTS says it won't submit music to Grammys
K-pop juggernaut BTS announced Wednesday that it will not submit its music for consideration at the 69th Grammy Awards,…
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Banks face full liability for voice phishing compensation
Financial authorities have taken a concrete step toward introducing a long-discussed no-fault compensation scheme for…
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Foreign tourists' spending in Seoul surges more than 50 % in H1: data
The number of foreign visitors to Seoul in the first half of this year increased by more than 20 percent from the same…
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Seoul invites sweltering city dwellers to dip their feet in Cheonggye Stream
As relentless heat waves and stifling tropical nights bake the concrete landscape of Korea’s capital, city officials…
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Parliamentary committee refers bill scrapping prosecution's investigative authority to coordination panel
A bill aimed at stripping the prosecution of its supplementary investigative authority was referred to a parliamentary…
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TXT to hold immersive exhibition marking 7th anniversary
K-pop boy band Tomorrow X Together (TXT) is set to hold an immersive exhibition in Seoul chronicling the group's…
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US, Saudis attack Iran-backed groups in Iraq, threatening to intensify conflict
DUBAI/CAIRO — The U.S. and Saudi Arabia launched strikes on Iran-backed groups in Iraq on Wednesday, saying they were…
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Busan establishes disaster protocol for foreign residents, visitors
As international tourism rebounds and the number of foreign residents increase across Korea’s bustling maritime hub,…
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US bans foreign-made humanoid robots, targeting China over national security
HONG KONG — The Federal Communications Commission in the U.S. said on Tuesday it would ban the import of foreign-made…
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Seoul opens 'My Soul' brand lounge at Seoul Forest during garden fair
Visitors to Seoul Forest this summer and autumn can immerse themselves in the Korean capital’s official brand through a…
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Army guards western border without loaded ammunition: sources
An Army unit has been conducting guard operations along the western front lines without live ammunition loaded,…
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GS E&C completes key tunneling milestone in Australia
GS Engineering & Construction (GS E&C) has completed a major tunneling milestone for Australia’s North East Link (NEL)…
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NASA seeks Korea's role in Moon Base project
NASA is seeking Korea’s participation in the sector of communications, landers and robotics in its Moon Base program,…
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Seoul shares dip nearly 6% on extended chip rout amid AI skepticism
Seoul shares plunged by nearly 6 percent Wednesday following a nearly 11 percent crash the previous session as…
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More North Korean soldiers in Ukraine?
Overlooked amid global headlines, there are a few new developments in the relationship between North Korea and Russia…
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Nat'l team forward Choi Jun-yong shooting for NBA
Korean national team forward Choi Jun-yong announced Wednesday he will try to reach the world's top basketball league.…
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Hong Myung-bo rejects corporate card misuse allegations
Former Korea national football team head coach Hong Myung-bo, who is set to appear at a National Assembly hearing on…
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Seoul simplifies food delivery apps for international visitors
For the millions of international tourists visiting Korea, few local experiences carry as much cultural charm as…
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Banks scramble to respond to autonomous AI hacking threats
Banks and other financial companies are strengthening their cybersecurity by deploying artificial intelligence…
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What's behind China's recent spike in COVID-19 cases? And is it anything to worry about?
China has seen a spike in COVID-19 in recent weeks, overtaking influenza as the top respiratory pathogen for the first…
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Netanyahu praises first meeting with Trump since launching Iran war
WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he had an “excellent” meeting with President Donald Trump…
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Seoul claims 4 spots on Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026, Zest retains No. 2 ranking
Korea continues to prove its strong presence in the regional cocktail scene, with four local spots enshrined on the…
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Samlip launches Bespoke Breads for everyday moments
Confectionery company Samlip has launched a new brand called Bespoke Bread featuring a lineup of three products…
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Hong Ui-rak takes helm of KOGAS, vows AI transformation
Hong Ui-rak, a former two-term lawmaker, took office as the 19th president and CEO of Korea Gas Corp. (KOGAS) on…
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Seoul stocks plunge for 2nd day amid growing panic sell-off
KOSPI tumbled below the 6,000-point mark after suffering steep losses for the second consecutive day, deepening…
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Explore Seoul's cinema hub: Jung District launches movie, alleyway stamp tour
Families on summer break, couples seeking unique date spots and local office workers searching for lunch options in…
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[EXPLAINER] Why debate over Lee's possible second term resurfaced
Political circles are once again in a heated debate over accusations that President Lee Jae Myung has ambitions to seek…
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Yangcheon District turns Yongwangsan Skywalk into Seoul's newest nighttime hotspot
Night owls and sightseers in western Seoul have a dazzling new reason to visit the riverbanks this late summer. The…
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New US top envoy to arrive in Seoul Thursday, faces Coupang, N. Korea tests
Michelle Steel, the newly appointed U.S. ambassador to South Korea, is set to arrive in the country Thursday, with…
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Russia charges Telegram founder Pavel Durov with aiding terrorism, puts him on wanted list
MOSCOW — Russia’s main domestic security agency said Wednesday that Pavel Durov, founder and owner of the messaging app…
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Yoido Full Gospel Church to host 35th Overseas Chinese Conference in Korea
Yoido Full Gospel Church will host the 35th Overseas Chinese Conference in Korea (OCCK), bringing together around 3,000…
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Defense ministry issues public notice of draft bill on nuclear-powered subs
The defense ministry on Wednesday issued a public notice of a draft bill on nuclear-powered submarines, as Korea pushes…
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Police clear Kim Soo-hyun of child welfare law violations over underage dating claims
Police have cleared actor Kim Soo-hyun of allegations that he violated Korea's Child Welfare Act in connection with…
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9 national universities partner with Ministry of Education, IBK to advance technology commercialization
Nine regional national universities have signed a partnership agreement with the Ministry of Education and the…
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