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South Korea's former President Yoon Suk-yeol sentenced to life in prison for imposing martial law

A court in Seoul sentenced South Korea’s former President Yoon Suk-yeol to life in prison after finding him guilty of leading an insurrection. The court ruled his short imposition of martial law amounted to a “rebellion” and aimed to establish unchecked power for a “considerable time”.

Euronews

South Korea’s ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol handed life sentence for leading insurrection

Prosecutors had called on Yoon to receive a death sentence for his 2024 martial law bid

The Independent UK

Former South Korea president Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life imprisonment for 'insurrection'

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol received a life sentence for insurrection after declaring martial law in December 2024, a move the court deemed a plot to paralyze the National Assembly. The declaration, though brief and without casualties, led to his impeachment and subsequent trials. Two cabinet members also…

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South Korea’s former president Yoon Suk Yeol jailed for life for leading insurrection

Ex-leader sentenced to life imprisonment with hard labour over failed martial law declaration in 2024

The Guardian - UK

Former South Korean President Yoon faces verdict on rebellion charges

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol arrived at a Seoul court to face a verdict on charges of rebellion for his short-lived attempt to impose martial law

The Independent UK

North Korean leader deploys 50 new rocket launchers ahead of major party congress

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un held a ceremony to unveil the deployment of 50 new launch vehicles for nuclear-capable short-range missiles threatening rival South Korea as he flaunted his expanding military capabilities ahead of a major ruling party congress

The Independent UK

Why Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella and Shantanu Narayen Built Their Careers Outside India

When Indians see familiar names leading companies like Google, Microsoft and Adobe, pride feels natural. These leaders were educated in Indian institutions, shaped by Indian classrooms and mentors. Yet their rise to the top happened thousands of miles away. To understand why, we must look not at emotion, but at…

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‘I just want to stop hearing about it’: a weary South Korea awaits verdict on Yoon insurrection charges

Yoon Suk Yeol could face the death penalty when judges rule on the martial law crisis that many in South Korea see as a dark moment they would rather forget

The Guardian - AU

'Hallyu' from Seoul: How South Korea's K-wave swept India - and its darker side

South Korea's 'Korean Wave' has transformed from a niche phenomenon to a mainstream cultural force in India and across the globe, driven by K-pop, K-dramas, and lifestyle trends. This soft power surge, fueled by digital access and strategic state policy, offers a model for global influence, impacting consumption and aspirations…

The Times of India

The moment I knew: as soon as we parted I realised Hitomi was the one. I waited years to see her again

There was a language barrier, a mother who burned their letters and a record label manager who disapproved. But Kerry Cox was madly in love

The Guardian - AU

One third of the South Korean population is raising a pet; government data reveals an interesting fact

Having a pet at home is one of the most cherished things for many of us. To play with them, to take care of them, and to be loved by them — all these are blissful feelings that only a pet owner can truly understand. We often wish everyone in…

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The Week Ahead (Feb. 16-22): Japan to Hold Election; Lula to Visit South Korea

South Korean court to rule on ex-president’s insurrection case, China implements new anti-money laundering regulations

Caixin Global

The Netflix show transforming South Korea’s fine dining scene

Chefs and culinary experts say part of the shift is driven by Netflix’s cooking competition series

The Independent UK

Japan detains Chinese fishing boat and its captain amid escalating tension

Although Japan has detained fishing boats from South Korea and Taiwan, this is the first case involving a Chinese vessel since 2022

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The Independent UK

Sister of North Korea's leader says South Korea's drone regret was sensible but insufficient

The sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says it was “sensible” for a South Korean official to express regret for alleged civilian drone flights over North Korea but warned of counterattacks if they recur

The Guardian - US

Chloe Kim thwarted in bid for Olympic halfpipe three-peat by South Korea’s Choi Gaon

Chloe Kim was denied Olympic history in Livigno, settling for silver after a stunning final run by South Korea’s Choi Gaon

The Times of India

Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter being positioned as successor, South Korea says

South Korea's intelligence agency believes Kim Jong Un is grooming his teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, as his successor, signaling a potential fourth-generation dynasty. Her increasing public appearances at key events, including military functions and a visit to a sacred mausoleum, suggest a formal designation is imminent. This marks a…

The Independent UK

South Korea's spy agency says Kim Jong Un's daughter is close to be designated as future leader

South Korea’s spy agency says it believes the teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is close to being designated as the country’s future leader

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The Independent UK

South Korea's former interior minister gets 7-year sentence for aiding martial law

South Korea’s former interior minister had been sentenced to seven years in prison for abetting then-President Yoon Suk Yeol’s declaration of martial law in 2024

Marie Claire

Korean Jelly Mists Are Trending—Here’s Why They’re Different From Anything on the Market Right Now

Enter a new K-beauty staple...

The Independent UK

Asia shares mostly gained after Wall Street wobbled over strong jobs report

Asian markets are mostly higher, and Japan and South Korea set new records after Wall Street wobbled in reaction to stronger-than-expected U.S. jobs data

TechRadar

'I was out in Korea just a couple of weeks ago': SK Hynix partner has a cunning plan to simplify SSDs and cut memory use by 99% amidst RAM crisis

StreamFast SSD concept removes the flash translation layer and controller DRAM, using sequential device-assigned addresses to slash memory use.

AAP

Knockout City into business end of Asian Champs League

Melbourne City have earned a late 2-1 win against Ulsan in South Korea to book their place in the knockout rounds of the Asian Champions League ‌Elite.

Tom’s Hardware

South Korean exchange's $40B Bitcoin mistake casts pall over country's fledgling crypto legislation — staffer fat-fingered 620,000 BTC instead of Korean Won

A South Korean crypto exchange mistakenly issued 15 times its holdings in Bitcoin during an ill-fated promotional effort, drawing the ire of regulators during a sensitive period for crypto legalization in the country.

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Guess the Country Behind These 7 Unique Valentine’s Day Traditions

Valentine’s Day is known globally as a celebration of love, but did you know not every country celebrates it on February 14 or in the same way? Some cultures exchange chocolates, others give carved wooden spoons, and some even have holidays for the loveless to reflect on singlehood. Across the…

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