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Leaders of South Korea, China and Japan will meet next week for the first time since 2019

Leaders of South Korea, China and Japan will meet next week in Seoul for their first trilateral talks since 2019

The Independent UK

S.Korea President Announces Record $19bn Plan To Boost Chip Industry

S.Korea President Announces Record $19bn Plan To Boost Chip Industry

South Korea is home to the world's top memory chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK hynix and last year pledged to build the world's largest chip center using $456 billion of private investment as it seeks an edge in the global industry.

International Business Times

Failed South Korea Hunt For Klinsmann Successor Unmasks Deeper Issues

Failed South Korea Hunt For Klinsmann Successor Unmasks Deeper Issues

Led by skipper and Spurs ace Son Heung-min, South Korea are on course to reach the next stage of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

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After Japan’s comeback, South Korea is hoping for its own stock market boom

Seoul is undertaking reforms to counter the so-called ‘Korea discount’ dragging down the valuations of its firms.

USWNT Roster For June Friendlies Revealed With New Additions

USWNT roster for friendlies against South Korea features mix of veterans and newcomers under new coach Emma Hayes, preparing for Olympics in Paris.

'Monk' DJ Not Allowed To Drop The Beat In Singapore: Minister

An unconventional South Korean DJ "monk" who dispenses Buddhist wisdom and Gen-Z life advice over his thumping beats will be barred from performing in Singapore, the interior minister said Wednesday.

International Business Times

Embryo Activist: Baby's Lawsuit Takes On S. Korea Climate Inaction

When he was a 20-week-old embryo -- before he even had a real name -- Choi Hee-woo became one of the world's youngest-ever plaintiffs by joining a groundbreaking climate lawsuit against South Korea.

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AI safety summits could help shape UK legislation, Technology Secretary says

AI safety summits could help shape UK legislation, Technology Secretary says

Michelle Donelan is in South Korea as the UK co-hosts the AI Seoul Summit for world leaders and tech giants.

The Independent UK

Sex-positive feminism had its moment – and now it has been replaced by voluntary celibacy

Sex-positive feminism had its moment – and now it has been replaced by voluntary celibacy

From the ‘boysober’ trend in the US to the 4B movement in South Korea, more and more heterosexual women are giving up sex, writes Arwa Mahdawi

The Guardian - UK

China Criticizes South Korea, Japan Lawmakers For Taiwan Visit

China Criticizes South Korea, Japan Lawmakers For Taiwan Visit

China expresses disapproval over South Korean and Japanese lawmakers' visit to Taiwan, escalating tensions in the region.

World leaders plan new agreement on AI at virtual summit co-hosted by South Korea, UK

World leaders plan new agreement on AI at virtual summit co-hosted by South Korea, UK

World leaders are expected to adopt a new agreement on artificial intelligence when they gather virtually Tuesday to discuss AI’s potential risks but also ways to promote its benefits and innovation

The Independent UK

‘Free Bella’: campaigners fight to save lonely beluga whale from Seoul mall

‘Free Bella’: campaigners fight to save lonely beluga whale from Seoul mall

Five years after her last companion died and the aquarium’s owner pledged to free her, Bella still languishes in a tiny tank amid shops

The Guardian - UK

Tottenham announce second Harry Kane reunion in South Korea pre-season friendly with Bayern Munich

Tottenham announce second Harry Kane reunion in South Korea pre-season friendly with Bayern Munich

Spurs will face Bayern on back-to-back weekends in summer

Evening Standard

South Korea, Britain Host AI Summit With Safety Top Of Agenda

South Korea, Britain Host AI Summit With Safety Top Of Agenda

South Korea and Britain kick off a major international summit on artificial intelligence in Seoul this week, where governments plan to press tech firms on AI safety.

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The Independent UK

On This Day in 2002: Scotland loss means unwanted history for Berti Vogts

The defeat to South Africa in Hong Kong followed setbacks against France, Nigeria and South Korea.

The Independent UK

Things to know about an AI safety summit in Seoul

South Korea is set to host a mini-summit this week on risks and regulation of artificial intelligence

Behind Korean cuisine's embrace of mayo

Mayo, once thought of as foreign, is now considered by many Koreans to be a key ingredient in their cooking

"Get used to it": 3 Korean artists on the importance of social media for creatives

We caught up with the artists at at Seoul Arts Centre.

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Evening Standard

What is South Korea's 4B movement? Bumble apologises for its adverts mocking celibacy

Celibacy is being utilised more and more as a protest against patriarchal societies

Evening Standard

North Korea test-fires suspected missiles a day after US and South Korea conduct fighter jet drill

Suspected short-range ballistic missiles were fired off North Korea’s east coast

South Korean military says North Korea test-fired ‘ballistic missiles’

The launches took place a day after the United States and South Korea conducted joint fighter jet drills.

The Guardian - UK

Weather tracker: heavy snow hits eastern highlands in South Korea

As much as 40cm fell in less than a day in part of Seoraksan national park. Plus, a powerful tornado in Australia

The Independent UK

North Korea test-fires a ballistic missile a day after US and South Korea had a fighter jet drill

North Korea has fired a ballistic missile off its east coast a day after South Korea and the U.S. flew powerful fighter jets for a drill that the North views as a major security threat

Players sent off at a World Cup

More than 150 players have been sent off at a men's World Cup. Here, a look at some famous footballers to see red in infamous incidents from the game's greatest tournament...

North Korea Denies Weapons Export To Russia Amid Speculation

Kim Yo Jong denies North Korea's weapon exports to Russia amidst accusations and arms buildup. South Korea and the U.S. express concerns over potential ill...

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