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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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Kim Ji-yong Named Head of New Crime Agency | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung has nominated Kim Ji-yong, a seasoned prosecutor and former head of criminal affairs at the Supreme Prosecutors Office, to lead the new…
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Kingsley the First Good Pet in Gyeongsan | South Korea News
In Gyeongsan, South Korea, a Sapsaree dog named Kingsley—celebrated as a local cultural icon and TV star—is now the city’s first “Good Pet,” leading a new…
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Seoul’s Mosquito Surge in Fall | South Korea News
Seoul’s mosquito season is back with a vengeance this September, fueled by cooler temps and late-summer rain—traps are catching nearly 2,000 mosquitoes in a…
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North Korea Warns of Escalation | South Korea News
North Korea’s defense minister has issued a fiery warning, calling a U.S.-South Korea-Japan naval drill near Jeju Island a “crucial security threat” and…
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Seoul Fireworks Leave Mountain of Trash | South Korea News
Seoul’s dazzling fireworks festival left behind a mountain of trash, spiked air pollution, and serious community fallout — with residents reporting pets…
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Lumière Partnership Launches Global Film Vision | South Korea News
South Korea and France are launching the Lumière Partnership, a $1 billion five-year initiative starting in 2027 to revitalize global film and video industries…
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Global Political Parties Unite in Seoul | South Korea News
For the first time ever, global political leaders gathered in Seoul for the Inter-Continental Dialogue among Political Parties — a bold new platform born from…
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Cosmetic Surgery Data Breach Exposed | South Korea News
A massive data breach exposed sensitive info—consultation records, photos, and payment details—of nearly 220,000 users of cosmetic surgery platform Gangnam…
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Jesus Morning Star Leader Faces 27-Year Sentence | South Korea News
An 81-year-old religious leader, Jeong Myeong-seok, faces a staggering 27-year prison sentence for allegedly sexually assaulting 16 female followers between…
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South Korea’s New Foreign Policy Vision | South Korea News
South Korea’s ruling party leader is sparking a bold foreign policy reset, urging the nation to ditch the “big brother” mentality toward the U.S. and treat…
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SNU Student Council Passes Anti-Discrimination Clause | South Korea News
After three years of fierce debate, Seoul National University’s student council finally passed a landmark antidiscrimination clause, enshrining protections for…
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Seoul Fireworks Festival Left a Mess | South Korea News
Seoul’s massive fireworks festival drew nearly a million fans to Yeouido, but left behind chaos: 49 tons of trash, severe air pollution, and noise so loud it…
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South Korea’s European Defense Playbook | South Korea News
Czech Defense Minister Jaromir Zuna warns South Korean defense firms: to truly dominate Europe, they must think local—building factories, sharing tech, and…
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Unification Church Leader Appeals Prison Sentence | South Korea News
Han Hak-ja, leader of the Unification Church, is appealing her two-year prison sentence after being convicted on multiple corruption charges—including bribing…
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10 SNUs Plan Sparks Debate | South Korea News
The government’s bold “10 SNUs” plan aims to elevate nine regional universities to Seoul National University’s level by pouring 70 billion won annually into…
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Spring 2027 Korean Uni Apps Now Open | South Korea News
Spring 2027 Korean university applications are NOW open—top schools like Yonsei, Ewha, HUFS, and Chung-Ang are accepting international students through…
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Global Cosmetics Regulators Unite in Seoul | South Korea News
South Korea just hosted the world’s first global cosmetic regulators summit, bringing together 15 agencies from 12 countries—including Vietnam, Thailand, UAE…
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Justice Minister Nominee Under Fire | South Korea News
A brewing political firestorm erupts as Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won faces fresh allegations of rushing COVID-19 drug approval for Genencell in 2021…
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Lee Jae Myung's Vision for Peace and Power | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung is positioning himself as a diplomatic pacemaker to revive stalled talks between North Korea and the U.S., aiming to curb Pyongyang’s…
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Kim Seung-won Under Fire Over Trial Push | South Korea News
Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won is under fire for allegedly lobbying to fast-track a COVID-19 treatment trial in 2021, claiming it was for public…
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South Korea Weighs Hormuz Security Role | South Korea News
The U.S. is pressuring South Korea to help secure the Strait of Hormuz — a critical oil shipping chokepoint — arguing that as a major importer of Middle…
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KF-21 & Black Eagles Take Flight | South Korea News
Get ready for sky-high excitement as the Korean Air Force hosts its major airshow in Sacheon from October 22-25, featuring the sleek new KF-21 fighter jet and…
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Lee Aims to Bridge Koreas and Rebalance Power | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung is positioning himself as a diplomatic pacemaker to revive talks between North Korea and the U.S., aiming to curb Pyongyang’s nuclear…
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President’s Approval Plummets to 37% | South Korea News
President Lee’s approval plummets to a record-low 37.4%, as voters grow increasingly frustrated with controversial Cabinet picks and reversed housing policies…
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Weverse Data Leak Explained | South Korea News
Weverse, the HYBE-backed platform beloved by K-pop fans, suffered a data leak exposing payment methods, spending amounts, and internal user IDs — but no names…
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Kimsuky Uses AI to Forge Malicious Docs | South Korea News
North Korea’s Kimsuky hacking crew just leveled up—using AI coding tools to generate near-perfect fake documents that hide malware, with metadata revealing…
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South Korea’s Pay Gap Shrinks Slightly | South Korea News
South Korea’s gender pay gap just hit a historic low in the public sector, with women earning 19% less than men — the first time it’s dipped below 20% since…
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Six Missing Tugboat Crew Still Unaccounted For | South Korea News
Six missing tugboat crew members off Busan are still unaccounted for as search efforts stall under brutal weather. With one fatality and one rescued…
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KickFlip Drops New EP and Tour | South Korea News
KickFlip is back with a major bang—dropping their fifth EP, “Kick Off the Wall Pt. 1,” on October 6th, followed by their first-ever official tour of the same…
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Trump Pressures Seoul on Two Fronts | South Korea News
Trump is ramping up pressure on South Korea to contribute militarily to two global flashpoints: the Strait of Hormuz and Ukraine. Seoul is being asked to…
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South Korea Weighs Hormuz Deployment | South Korea News
A South Korean lawmaker sparks controversy by proposing a noncombat troop deployment to the Strait of Hormuz to protect Korean ships and strengthen ties with…
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North Korea’s New Warship Revealed | South Korea News
North Korea’s Kim Jong-un personally unveiled its newest warship, the 5,000-ton offensive destroyer Kang Kon, signaling a major naval upgrade and a bold threat…
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Livestream Chokehold Leaves Victim Hospitalized | South Korea News
A South Korean MMA fighter’s livestream turned deadly when he choked out a fan during a YouTube broadcast, leaving him unconscious and now hospitalized with…
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Survivor Found in Nepal Tunnel | South Korea News
Korean rescue teams dropped jaw-dropping helmet cam footage of a harrowing tunnel rescue in Nepal, where they pulled a Chinese national from waist-deep mud…
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Freedom Edge: Trio Locks Down North Korea Threat | South Korea News
South Korea, the U.S., and Japan are ramping up regional security with a high-stakes five-day joint drill called Freedom Edge — a powerful show of unity…
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El Niño Drives Canal Price Surge | South Korea News
SK Gas just paid a record $5.7 million to rush a gas tanker through the Panama Canal—thanks to a brutal drought fueled by an extreme El Niño, which has slashed…
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Heat Wave Kills Seniors in Korea | South Korea News
Korea’s heat-related deaths are skyrocketing—nearly fourfold in five years—with seniors, especially those 80+, bearing the brunt. Over 70% of fatalities…
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Seoul Schools Teach Respect Through Sports | South Korea News
Seoul’s education office is rolling out a bold new curriculum called “Cheering with Dignity” to teach respect, human rights, and fair play in sports — sparked…
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Korea's Strait Dilemma | South Korea News
South Korea’s potential military move to the Strait of Hormuz echoes its 2003 Iraq deployment—but with far more domestic and geopolitical friction. While then…
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Students Abroad Face Crisis at Home | South Korea News
Nepal’s devastating floods are tearing at the heart of its global student community, forcing heartbreaking choices: return home to family—or stay abroad and…
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Stargate Korea Stalls Amid Power Hurdles | South Korea News
OpenAI’s high-profile “Stargate Korea” project with Samsung and SK is fizzling out—construction stalled, funding uncertain, and progress minimal. Once touted…
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Kim Seung-won Under Fire Over Pharma Lobbying | South Korea News
New evidence surfaces in the escalating scandal around justice minister nominee Kim Seung-won, who’s accused of leveraging his political clout to fast-track a…
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Comfort Women Docs Await UNESCO Recognition | South Korea News
A coalition of civic groups from eight nations is pushing UNESCO to finally recognize the “Voices of the Comfort Women” — harrowing firsthand accounts of…
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Governor's Budget Cuts Spark Outcry | South Korea News
Gyeonggi Province is slashing local subsidies by 70%, sparking outrage from mayors who warn it will devastate essential services in financially struggling…
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Korea Police Get New Powers | South Korea News
Korea’s police force is gearing up for major reforms as they prepare to take on expanded investigative powers under new laws, following public outrage over a…
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One Survivor, Nine Missing Koreans | South Korea News
A Chinese man was pulled alive from a flooded tunnel near a Nepalese dam after 700 feet of searching — but his rescue has turned into a beacon of hope for the…
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Taiwanese Man Sentenced for Meth Smuggling | South Korea News
A 70-year-old Taiwanese man got six years for smuggling 5.1kg of meth into Korea, hidden in backpacks inside a suitcase he picked up in Cambodia. He claimed he…
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Seoul Caught Between Iran and U.S. Pressure | South Korea News
South Korea faces a high-stakes diplomatic tightrope as it weighs U.S. pressure to help secure the Strait of Hormuz against Iran’s red line: any South Korean…
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Miracle Survivor from Nepal-China Landslide | South Korea News
A Chinese worker was pulled alive from a tunnel ten days after a deadly landslide and flood near the Nepal-China border—a miracle rescue amid chaos. Joint…
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Korean Minister Pushes for Missing Workers' Rescue | South Korea News
Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun lands in Nepal to lead a high-stakes rescue mission—pushing for urgent search efforts and long-term aid after deadly floods…
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Seoul Fireworks Festival Draws Crowds | South Korea News
Hundreds of thousands descended on Seoul for the dazzling International Fireworks Festival, camping out overnight and battling crowds for prime riverfront…
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Lee Jae Myung Strengthens Franco-Korean Ties | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung is in France for a high-stakes four-day diplomatic blitz, kicking off with a major summit with President Macron to supercharge…
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North Korea Sends High-Ranking Official to UN | South Korea News
North Korea is making waves by sending a vice minister to the UN General Assembly for the first time in six years — a bold move signaling renewed diplomatic…
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Diesel in Gas Pumps Shuts Down 180 Cars | South Korea News
A gas station in Busan, South Korea, caused chaos when it accidentally pumped diesel into regular gas tanks—hitting 180 cars. Drivers didn’t notice the problem…
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South Korea Seeks Answers in Nepal | South Korea News
South Korea’s Foreign Minister Cho is racing against time on a three-day trip to Nepal, where he’ll push for intensified search efforts for nine missing South…
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South Korean Spy Gets 5 Years | South Korea News
A South Korean man just got five years for spying for North Korea — and this isn’t his first crime. Last year, he leaked military secrets; now, he’s back with…
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Seoul Fireworks Festival Prep | South Korea News
One million people are set to light up Yeouido Hangang Park for the Seoul International Fireworks Festival this Saturday, with dazzling displays from Korea…
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Travel Warnings Lifted in Key Regions | South Korea News
Travel warnings are being lifted in key regions as security improves — Thailand’s border provinces, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Ethiopia are all seeing downgrades…
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Tugboat Disaster Off Busan | South Korea News
A tugboat sank off Busan, leaving six crew members missing after one survivor and one fatality were recovered; search efforts continue through harsh weather…
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Opcon Shift Stalls Amid U.S. Drill Cuts | South Korea News
Trump abruptly cut short the massive Ulchi Freedom Shield military drill with South Korea, citing cost and North Korea diplomacy — a move that scrapped the…