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South Korea News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
South Korea News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping South Korea and East Asia. From national politics and business developments to the economy, technology, automotive, public safety, culture, entertainment, K-pop, sports, and major events happening across the country, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each day. Whether you're living in South Korea, part of the Korean community abroad, or simply want to stay connected to one of…
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South Korea Releases Killer’s Identity | South Korea News
South Korean police have publicly released the name and mug shot of suspect Kim Sang-su, accused of murdering his former partner after she filed a stalking…
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Korean Police Crack Cross-Border Gambling Ring | South Korea News
Korean police cracked down on a massive online gambling ring based in Vietnam, seizing over 63 billion won ($46 million) in bets and arresting 13 operators and…
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Who Pays for North Korea Talks | South Korea News
Trump’s pushing allies to foot the bill for any U.S.-North Korea summit deals — especially South Korea, which could be asked to pay big for economic aid and…
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Naked Masked Man Arrested Near Yonsei | South Korea News
A naked, masked man has been terrorizing Yonsei University’s campus for months—now police have arrested a 60-something suspect on a trail near campus for…
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South Korea Expands Free Flu Shots | South Korea News
South Korea is rolling out an expanded flu shot program to protect more kids and seniors, with free vaccines now available for children up to age 14 — a jump…
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Seoul’s Hopeful Housing Solution | South Korea News
Seoul’s groundbreaking Haedeunjip program is giving displaced residents a dignified path forward—offering public rental housing before demolition begins, with…
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Seoul Market Recovers Amid AI Woes | South Korea News
Seoul’s stock market staged a dramatic rebound yesterday, clawing back from an AI-driven slump to close positive—thanks to big domestic buyers stepping in as…
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Kospi’s Rally Needs More Than Semiconductors | South Korea News
Korea’s Kospi is surging, but an economist warns it’s too early to celebrate—gains haven’t fundamentally revalued the market. The semiconductor boom is driving…
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Stray Cats and Science in Korea | South Korea News
A fiery debate rages in Korea over stray cats, as a popular YouTuber pushes for culling to protect endangered birds, sparking a massive public petition. But…
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South Korea’s New Regional Visa Plan | South Korea News
South Korea is launching a bold overhaul of its metropolitan visa system to tackle labor shortages and reverse regional population decline, rolling out a…
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Jeju Police Cover-Up Exposed | South Korea News
Three hundred missing persons cases were improperly closed by a single officer who allegedly faked contact with victims—two of whom were later found dead. In…
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Officer Bu Under Fire Over Missing Persons Cases | South Korea News
A police officer named Bu is under fire after allegedly dismissing a missing persons case in June — despite the family’s urgent warnings that the man was…
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Suspect in Stalking-Linked Murder Identified | South Korea News
A man accused of fatally stabbing his ex-partner in retaliation for a stalking complaint has had his identity publicly released by South Korean authorities…
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Lee Demands Police System Overhaul | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung is demanding a sweeping police overhaul after the Jang Mi-ran case exposed systemic failures, questioning whether the force can truly…
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South Korea Tourism Surges Back | South Korea News
South Korea’s tourism is roaring back with over two million foreign visitors in July alone — a 20.8% jump from last year and even higher than pre-pandemic…
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North Korea and Russia Bridge Set to Open | South Korea News
North Korea and Russia are set to unveil their first-ever road bridge over the Tumen River in early September, a major milestone in their deepening alliance…
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Jeju Officer Faces Custody Hearing | South Korea News
A Jeju Island police officer faces a high-stakes detention warrant hearing today after being accused of prematurely closing two missing persons cases by…
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Seoul and Washington Reconnect | South Korea News
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reignited their diplomatic dialogue after a five-month silence, addressing…
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Former Cop Arrested in Jeju Stabbing | South Korea News
A former cop is in custody after allegedly fatally stabbing his ex-wife on Jeju Island—details still emerging as police race to uncover motive and full…
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Korea's Supreme Court in Standoff | South Korea News
Korea’s top court is in turmoil as Chief Justice Jo Hee-de bypassed tradition by submitting two Supreme Court nominees without consulting President Lee Jae…
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ADHD Support Program Changes Classrooms | South Korea News
North Gyeongsang is revolutionizing classroom support by pairing students with ADHD or emotional challenges with dedicated one-on-one volunteers—transforming…
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Teacher’s Free Dorms Crushed by Tax | South Korea News
A South Korean teacher, who for seven years provided free housing, food, and support to over fifty struggling students, is forced to shut down his dorms after…
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Jeju Officer Accused of Covering Up Missing Cases | South Korea News
A Jeju Island police officer faces serious charges for allegedly closing missing persons cases prematurely, including one involving a man later found dead and…
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Seoul and Washington Reconnect | South Korea News
South Korea and the U.S. reconnected after five months with a tense but crucial phone call between Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and Secretary of State Marco…
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Jeju Island Missing Persons Crisis | South Korea News
Jeju Island is reeling after four missing persons were found dead in just three days — all allegedly linked to a police officer who faked over 200 missing…
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Seoul Bike Data Breach Lawsuit | South Korea News
Twenty-three Seoul bike users are suing the city’s public bike service for a massive data breach, claiming their personal info was exposed due to lax security…
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Myung Tae-kyun Granted Bail | South Korea News
Myung Tae-kyun, convicted for allegedly funneling free opinion polls to former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s campaign as illegal political contributions, has been…
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Green Slime, Heat, and K-Pop Updates | South Korea News
Green slime’s choking the Nakdong River as algal blooms threaten fishing livelihoods amid a brutal heat wave and drought — while Seoul swelters under…
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Seoul’s Yongsan Park Housing Debate | South Korea News
Seoul’s residents are divided over a major urban development plan — 64% oppose turning the historic Yongsan Park site into public housing, citing its long-term…
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Jeju Officer Arrested Over Missing Persons Cases | South Korea News
A Jeju police officer faces serious charges after allegedly closing two missing persons cases without confirming victims’ safety—telling families they just…
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Missing Persons Case Review After Jeju Tragedy | South Korea News
A major overhaul is underway in South Korea’s missing persons investigation system after a chilling case in Jeju exposed systemic failures: an officer…
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Female Hitler Remark Sparks Political Firestorm | South Korea News
A fiery political feud erupts as South Korean lawmaker Lee Jin-sook files a criminal insult complaint against Democratic Party leader Kim Min-seok after he…
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Belarus and North Korea Eye Visa-Free Travel | South Korea News
Belarus and North Korea are set to sign a visa-waiver deal for regular travelers, following a March summit where Kim Jong-un gifted Lukashenko an assault rifle…
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Seoul Bike App Data Leak Lawsuit | South Korea News
Twenty-three Ttareungyi bike-share users are suing Seoul’s public service over a massive data breach affecting 4.6 million people, demanding 300,000 won each…
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Former Councilman Faces 4 Alleged Victims | South Korea News
Former Cheongju city council member Choi Young-joong is under intense scrutiny after police uncovered digital evidence implicating him in a shocking sex crime…
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Supreme Court Appointment Sparks Political Fire | South Korea News
A brewing political firestorm at the Supreme Court has erupted after the chief justice bypassed standard protocol by recommending two new justices without…
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Justice Minister Steps Down for Health | South Korea News
Justice Minister Jung Sung-ho has stepped down due to health concerns, with President Lee Jae Myung accepting his resignation—prompting a swift search for a…
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Big Bang’s Cosmos Exhibit in Seoul | South Korea News
Seoul’s newest cultural hotspot, K-culture Station, just dropped an epic Big Bang tribute exhibit called “Cosmos” — a dazzling 3,000-square-meter underground…
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New Watchdog Appointed for Presidential Accountability | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung has filled a decade-long vacancy by appointing senior prosecutor Choi Kil-su as the special inspector, tasked with rooting out…
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Independent Watchdog Finally Appointed | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung’s long-awaited pick for the vacant independent inspector general role—Choi Kil-su, a former prosecutor known for his uncompromising…
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North Korea’s Nuclear Gambit | South Korea News
North Korea’s nuclear arsenal could be quietly tolerated again — this time with Trump’s renewed talks with Kim Jong-un — echoing the 1990s India-Pakistan…
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South Korea’s Job Market Shifts | South Korea News
South Korea’s job market surged in Q1 with 292,000 new wage jobs, led by healthcare, food, and hospitality—pushing total salaried roles past 28.2 million. Most…
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SNU President Race Enters Next Phase | South Korea News
Seoul National University is deep in the hunt for its next president, with 12 candidates—including current leader Ryu Hong-lim vying for a historic second…
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Korea’s Trade Strategy in a Shifting World | South Korea News
South Korea’s new trade minister is betting big on strategic industries to outmaneuver global rivals, as U.S.-Korea ties face new challenges from tariffs and…
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Jeju Missing Person Found Dead | South Korea News
A missing person found dead on Jeju Island sparks renewed scrutiny as police stress this case is unrelated to the recent scandal involving Officer Bu, who was…
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Tax Relief After Rain Disaster | South Korea News
Heavy rain slammed South Gyeongsang, and the government’s responding with tax relief — deadlines for corporate, VAT, and income taxes are being pushed back up…
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Man Convicted for Spreading Lies After Tragedies | South Korea News
A man named Kang was convicted of defamation in Seoul for spreading false claims about two devastating tragedies—the Sewol ferry sinking and the Itaewon crowd…
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Yoon Indicted in Wide-Ranging Probe | South Korea News
A sweeping special counsel probe has concluded with 58 indictments, including former President Yoon Suk Yeol, who faces charges of abusing power in his failed…
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Sahmyook’s New Open Major for Intl Students | South Korea News
Sahmyook University is launching a groundbreaking open major program for international students starting in fall 2026, letting first-years explore academics…
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Democratic Party Pushes for Unity | South Korea News
The ruling Democratic Party is making a bold move to unite Korea’s fractured political landscape, launching a new task force led by party chief Kim Min-seok to…
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Body Found in Jeju Missing Person Case | South Korea News
A body found near a palm tree grove in Jeju City is believed to be that of missing 37-year-old Jang Mi-ran, who vanished 104 days ago. Her belongings were…
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South Korea Simplifies NATO Defense Exports | South Korea News
South Korea just made it way easier for its defense companies to export tech to NATO—by creating a central hub that handles technical specs and security…
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Samsung’s Plans Shake Korean Markets | South Korea News
South Korea’s stock market plunged over 3% yesterday, its worst daily drop in years, fueled by foreign investors fleeing amid uncertainty around Samsung…
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Jeju Body Linked to Police Cover-Up | South Korea News
A chilling discovery on Jeju Island has reignited a missing persons case—possibly involving Jang Mi-ran, whose case was prematurely closed after an officer…
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Jeju Officer Faces Arrest Over Missing Persons | South Korea News
A Jeju police officer faces mounting scandal after allegedly sabotaging two missing persons investigations—falsifying records, claiming contact was made when…
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Online Threats Come With a Price | South Korea News
A man who threatened to stab 30 people at a Seoul station online—claiming he’d die doing it—was finally arrested after a 56-day hunt involving international…
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SADD Ends Protests, Council Swears to Act | South Korea News
SADD’s subway protests, which disrupted 73 commutes since December 2021, are ending — but their impact is lasting. After drawing urgent attention, the Seoul…
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Last Chance: Topik & SKA 2026 | South Korea News
Last chance to ace your Korean language tests for 2026—Topik’s paper and computer versions, plus SKA, are your final shots to unlock university admissions…
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Samsung vs SK Hynix AI Cash Surge | South Korea News
Samsung and SK Hynix are unleashing record-breaking shareholder payouts fueled by the AI chip boom—SK Hynix going all-in with a massive share buyback, while…
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Ssangyong Drill Postponed Due to Iran | South Korea News
Major joint U.S.-South Korea military exercise Ssangyong has been postponed due to U.S. Marine troop shortages tied to the Iran situation, following similar…