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Mother climbs down side of building to rescue children from burning home in South Korea

‘A parent’s concern for their children must have outweighed everything else in that urgent moment,’ a firefighter was quoted as saying

The Independent UK

South Korea’s former PM jailed for 23 years over rebellion

Rebellion is one of the gravest charges in South Korea

The Independent UK

Come Down to a Lower Place – a Lovecraftian Korean tale about the oppression of female workers and their bodies

The writings of H.P. Lovecraft have seen a renewal of interest in recent years, despite the fact that he was a well-known racist and xenophobe. Writing in the early 20th century, he imagined monsters that gave form to fear of difference.

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Park Chan-wook: Korean filmmakers ‘treat social conflict as a serious problem’

His latest film, No Other Choice, has been longlisted for a Bafta.

Evening Standard

South Korean president warns sending drones into North Korea akin to starting war

Lee Jae Myung criticises his own defence minister for failing to detect drone launches into neighbouring country

The Independent UK

South Korean woman arrested over stabbing attack on man during dating app meet-up

The motive remains unclear so far

The Independent UK

NYC Office Workers Living on 'Rawdogged' Desk Potatoes — After Lunch Prices Got Too Expensive

Midtown Manhattan workers are queuing for plain roasted sweet potatoes at Korean vendors as fast food combos hit $15 and grab-and-go salads approach $20.

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15 Under-the-Radar Korean Beauty Brands You Should Have On Your Radar If You Want Clear, Radiant Skin

Shop before they hit it big, and most likely sell out.

Marie Claire

Vitaly Zdorovetskiy, Johnny Somali 'Collab' Happening Soon? Duo Could Wreak Havoc After Russian YouTuber's Deportation

Claims of a Vitaly Zdorovetskiy and Johnny Somali 'collab' emerge after deportation and indictments, as officials crack down on nuisance streamers.

International Business Times UK

The memory shortage reaches a ridiculous new high - thieves hit South Korean design office, apparently just to steal DDR5 memory

Soaring DDR5 memory prices turn high-capacity modules into small, valuable targets, prompting specific thefts in exposed office systems.

TechRadar

Park Chan Wook: ‘The Korean film industry is in a state of great danger’

INTERVIEW: The acclaimed director of ‘Oldboy’ and ‘The Handmaiden’ speaks to Louis Chilton about the problems facing his country’s filmmakers, his one-time reputation for grotesquerie, and his darkly funny new satire ‘No Other Choice’

The Independent UK

Arirang BTS Album Meaning By Jungkook, Jin, Jimin, Jhope, V, RM And Suga: What We Know Of Idol's Comeback Record

BTS reveals 'ARIRANG' as the title of its fifth studio album, drawing on Korea's most iconic folk song to mark a meaningful comeback and reunion.

International Business Times UK

South Korea sentences ex-president to five years in first martial law verdict

Yoon Suk Yeol’s conviction for obstructing own arrest separate from main trial that could lead to death penalty

The Guardian - UK

Hundreds evacuated after fire tears through shanty town in South Korea’s Gangnam district

Blaze breaks out shortly after 5am local time in Guryong village, one of the capital’s most fire-prone neighbourhoods

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South Korea’s ex-president Yoon given five-year jail term over martial law bid

Judge says Yoon Suk Yeol ‘abused his enormous influence as president’

The Independent UK

A South Korean court sentences Yoon to 5 years in prison on charges related to martial law decree

A South Korean court has sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison on some charges related to his imposition of martial law

The Guardian - AU

BTS named their new album Arirang. What is so striking about their choice?

The title is loaded with meaning for all Koreans, and will give fans globally an insight into the folksong culture that shaped the world’s biggest K-pop group

International Business Times UK

Officials Seek Death Penalty For Ex-South Korean President Yoon Over 'Insurrection' For His 'Lust For Power'

South Korea's ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol faces the death penalty over his failed martial law attempt, sparking debate on justice, democracy, and political power.

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Euronews

Back with Bangtan! BTS return with world tour dates sparking sales frenzy

South Korea's K-pop supergroup BTS are getting back together and their plans for a world tour have triggered a storm online as fans scramble for tickets.

Golf Monthly

Byeong Hun An Joins LIV Golf And Replaces Kevin Na As Captain Of Rebranded Korean GC

The South Korean-born pro has taken the place of former captain Kevin Na and has been joined by two fresh signings as well as Danny Lee, who retains his spot

International Business Times UK

BTS Concert Ticket Price Could 'Cost You A Kidney': How Much Should You Prepare For The Kpop Idol's Biggest Comeback?

BTS are making their long-awaited comeback with a 2026 world tour, and while ticket prices have some fans worried, ARMY are eagerly preparing — joking even about 'selling their kidneys' to see their idols live.

MusicRadar

"Music seems to have the power to connect hearts at a deeper level than words ever could": Japan and South Korean leaders cap diplomatic summit with a drum duet

President Lee and PM Takaichi bash out some K Pop anthems

The Independent UK

Min Jin Lee's 'American Hagwon' to be released in September

Min Jin Lee's new novel, “American Hagwon,” explores why Koreans are so focused on education

The Independent UK

Photos show sacred deer wandering through Japan's ancient capital during Japan-South Korea summit

In Japan's ancient capital, Nara, deer moved through grass fields and shaded paths, lowering their heads toward visitors holding special crackers made just for them.

Euronews

Prime Minister Takaichi and President Lee share drum session in Tokyo

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung surprised everyone by playing drums to K-pop hits after formal talks in Tokyo.

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