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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 Keeps Rental Tax Break | South Korea News
South Korea’s government has decided to keep the tax deduction for homeowners who rent out their property—still at 1.2 billion won—despite pressure to cut it…
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Korea Tightens Pension Rules | South Korea News
Korea’s pension system is tightening its grip on foreign retirees—no more gaming the rules with retroactive payments for just a month or two of actual work…
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Teacher Accused of Killing Graduate Student | South Korea News
A Chinese graduate student vanished days after arriving in South Korea for her commencement—only to be found murdered by her alleged teacher, Zheng Changsheng…
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Jeju Officer Accused of Covering Up Missing Cases | South Korea News
A Jeju Island police officer, Bu, faces serious charges for allegedly falsifying missing persons records and closing cases—some involving later-discovered…
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Korea Sends Rescue Team to Nepal | South Korea News
South Korea is deploying a 44-person disaster relief team to Nepal to aid in search and rescue after devastating floods, including locating nine missing Korean…
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Budget Push and Leadership Shift | South Korea News
The President’s Cabinet is racing to finalize next year’s massive $800 trillion won budget—up 10% thanks to booming semiconductors—before a hard deadline of…
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Friends of Korea Corrects Global Misconceptions | South Korea News
For over a decade, Friends of Korea has been the unsung hero correcting global missteps about South Korea—fixing everything from its official name to flag…
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Cho Hyun Stays as U.S. Ties Tighten | South Korea News
Lee Jae Myung’s Cabinet shuffle keeps Foreign Minister Cho Hyun in place, signaling a strategic push for stability in U.S. relations amid high-stakes talks on…
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Later School Days? Kids Say No | South Korea News
A controversial proposal to extend first and second graders’ school day to 3 p.m. is sparking nationwide debate, with kids themselves voicing strong…
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Recovering War Dead as Diplomatic Tool | South Korea News
The White House is probing the Pentagon about recovering missing U.S. soldiers from the Korean War, potentially as part of a new diplomatic push with North…
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Kim Resigns Amid Market Turmoil | South Korea News
Presidential policy chief Kim Yong-beom has resigned amid mounting pressure over market turmoil linked to single-stock leveraged ETFs, with opposition alleging…
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Defense Chief Out, New Nominee In | South Korea News
Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back is stepping down after a turbulent tenure marked by bold moves like reclaiming wartime control from the U.S. and merging military…
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U.S. President Draws Line in Global Alliances | South Korea News
The U.S. president is escalating his criticism of South Korea over their refusal to join U.S.-led efforts on Iran, framing it as a one-sided alliance where…
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Chinese Lecturer Accused in Brutal Murder | South Korea News
A chilling murder case in South Korea has led police to release the suspect’s identity—a 31-year-old Chinese university lecturer named Jeong—after a…
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Nine Koreans Rescued Nine Still Missing | South Korea News
Nine Doosan Enerbility employees rescued from Nepal floods are safely back in Korea, physically and mentally drained—but one site manager chose to stay behind…
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South Korea Issues Top Travel Warning for Balochistan | South Korea News
South Korea has issued its most severe travel warning yet — a Level Four advisory — urging citizens to immediately leave or cancel trips to volatile regions in…
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India and South Korea Trade Upgrade | South Korea News
India and South Korea are revving up their trade partnership, aiming to boost bilateral commerce from $28 billion to $50 billion by 2030 — a major leap fueled…
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Jeju Woman’s Death Exposes Police Failures | South Korea News
A woman vanished on Jeju Island and was found dead after 104 days—her body too decomposed to determine cause of death. The case has ignited national outrage…
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Lee Jae Myung’s Approval Plummets | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung’s approval plummets to 38.9%, the lowest since taking office, as public frustration over soaring housing costs, a controversial Supreme…
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Cabinet Shake-Up Sparks Political Fire | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung’s surprise cabinet shakeup, featuring new picks for justice and gender equality ministers, has ignited fierce political debate. The…
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Debt Crisis Deepens Amid Rising Costs | South Korea News
Nearly 97,000 people got debt relief this year alone, totaling over $4.2 billion in adjusted loans — a sharp rise that signals mounting financial strain. With…
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Telegram Drug Ring Exposed | South Korea News
A Korean drug kingpin allegedly run his operation from a Telegram channel while his boss—locked up in a Philippine detention center—sent him cash and orders…
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South Korea Shifts Ship Quarantine Focus | South Korea News
South Korea is ditching outdated, blanket ship inspections for a smarter, risk-based approach—prioritizing vessels with higher disease or pest risks, like…
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Death Penalty Demanded in Brutal Assault Case | South Korea News
Prosecutors are demanding the death penalty for Jang Yun-gi, accused of a horrific crime involving a high school student — a murder allegedly committed during…
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Seoul Helps Foreign Renters Navigate Housing | South Korea News
Seoul’s Gangbuk District is revolutionizing housing access for foreigners with multilingual resources, QR code stickers linking to the “My Seoul” app, and…
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Supreme Court Justice Incentives Under Fire | South Korea News
State auditors exposed a scandal at the Supreme Court, revealing that 12 justices secretly received $2 million monthly bonuses — legally unauthorized — between…
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Armored Med Evac Vehicle for Soldiers | South Korea News
The military just unveiled a game-changing armored medical evacuation vehicle — a mobile, battle-ready hospital designed to keep wounded troops alive while…
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Unification Church Leader Sentenced | South Korea News
Han Hak-ja, leader of the Unification Church, sentenced to two years in prison for funneling over 200 million won in church funds to politicians—including a…
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Korea’s Surge in Medical Procedures | South Korea News
Korea’s medical scene is booming in 2025—with over 2.15 million major surgeries, a 5% jump from last year—and costs are skyrocketing even faster, up nearly 15%…
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Korean Workers Missing in Nepal Flood | South Korea News
Three Korean workers vanish in Nepal’s flood-hit hydropower site — families plead with Seoul to force a ground search, furious that aerial scans alone are…
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North Korea Doubles Down on Nukes | South Korea News
North Korea has slammed U.S. demands for complete denuclearization as hostile and declared its nuclear arsenal non-negotiable, calling it the only shield…
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Korea and U.S. Forge Quantum Science Alliance | South Korea News
Korea and the U.S. just leveled up their science alliance with a major new deal in Washington, targeting nuclear and high-energy physics plus computational…
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Captain Shaw's Heroic Role in Incheon | South Korea News
Born in Korea to American missionaries, Captain William Shaw volunteered to fight in the Korean War and played a pivotal role in the Incheon Landing—a bold…
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Supreme Court Bans Minors in Room Cafes | South Korea News
Korea’s Supreme Court just handed down a landmark ruling shutting down “room cafes” for minors—declaring private, enclosed spaces with TVs and lounges…
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South Korea’s Rain Deluge Intensifies | South Korea News
South Korea’s southwest is drowning in rain—over 150mm since the weekend, with showers still pounding through Tuesday. The worst hit Monday was the…
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South Korea Hunts for War’s Lost Heroes | South Korea News
South Korea is digging deeper into history, launching a major new operation to locate and identify soldiers lost in the Korean War—offering long-awaited…
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Religious Groups Face Political Probe | South Korea News
An explosive eight-month investigation culminated in 32 indictments targeting the Shincheonji and Unification Churches for alleged political collusion, tax…
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Nine Missing in Nepal Flood Disaster | South Korea News
Nine Korean workers remain missing after a catastrophic flood hit a hydropower site in Nepal, with the site manager refusing to evacuate until all Nepali…
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South Korea Searches for Missing Workers in Nepal | South Korea News
A South Korean rapid response team is on the ground in Nepal, searching for nine missing citizens working on a hydroelectric project, after deadly floods and…
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Hong Jee-sun’s Housing Pact with Seoul | South Korea News
New housing minister nominee Hong Jee-sun vows to bridge the gap between central and local governments, especially around controversial Yongsan Park…
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Korea’s Tax Revenue Surges in July | South Korea News
Korea’s tax revenue is soaring—July alone saw an 8.4 trillion won surge, driven by higher income taxes, booming stock trades, and increased imports. Total July…
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Seoul Metro Upgrades Station Signs | South Korea News
Seoul Metro is revolutionizing your subway ride by adding 16 new station name displays per train car—up from 10—to help you spot your stop even in crowded…
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Seoul Bans Toxic Trending Toys | South Korea News
Seoul’s city officials uncovered a dangerous trend: seven popular sensory toys and party items, including viral “wakppu” balls, contain chemicals way over…
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South Korea Pulls Out of Russia Forum | South Korea News
South Korea pulls out of this year’s Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, sparking intrigue as North Korea’s potential high-level meeting with Russia looms —…
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Korea and U.S. Forge Energy Partnership | South Korea News
Korea and the U.S. are teaming up to secure stable energy supplies, tackling supply chains, grid resilience, and expanding storage systems amid global market…
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Lee Jae Myung’s Approval Plummets | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung’s approval plummets to 38.9%, the lowest since taking office, as public frustration mounts over housing policies and rising distrust in…
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North Korean Boy Washed Ashore | South Korea News
A six-year-old boy’s body washed ashore near Jumun Island, sparking a chilling mystery: authorities believe he’s from North Korea, based on rare parasites…
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Han Hak-ja Faces 13-Year Sentence | South Korea News
An 83-year-old Unification Church leader, Han Hak-ja, faces serious charges in Seoul for allegedly gifting luxury items—including a Chanel bag and necklace—to…
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Korea’s Epic 850km Trail Unveiled | South Korea News
Korea’s epic 849-kilometer East-West Trail, stretching coast to coast through pine forests, historic sites, and rural villages, is nearly complete—85% finished…
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Teachers Get Institutional Support | South Korea News
Teachers across the nation are finally getting the institutional support they’ve long demanded, as education offices launch dedicated protection centers and…
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Koreans Missing in Nepal Floods | South Korea News
Nine South Korean workers remain missing after flash floods hit Nepal’s northern border, where they were building a hydroelectric plant. Despite two days of…
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29CM Data Breach Exposes Customer Info | South Korea News
Over 159,000 Musinsa subsidiary 29CM customers may have had their data exposed in a breach caused by unauthorized API access — revealing names, emails, phone…
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China Walks Out Over Taiwan Pavilion Name | South Korea News
Tensions flare at the Gwangju Biennale as China halts work on its pavilion after organizers allow Taiwan to use “Taiwan Pavilion” — a move Beijing sees as…
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Young Women Step Into Diplomacy | South Korea News
Four young women got a front-row seat to global diplomacy—stepping into the shoes of British ambassadors for a day in Seoul, complete with surprise visits from…
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Nepal Flood Crisis and the Search for Missing | South Korea News
A catastrophic flood in Nepal has unleashed devastation as the Trishuli River swallows homes and businesses, leaving survivors to sift through mud and grief…
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Kang Shin-chul Named New Defense Minister | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung has chosen retired four-star general Kang Shin-chul to lead the Defense Ministry, marking a strategic return to military leadership…
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29CM Data Breach Exposes 159K Customers | South Korea News
A major data breach at 29CM, a Musinsa subsidiary, exposed info for over 159,000 customers—names, emails, phone numbers, and delivery details in 21,000 cases…
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Seoul Showers Turned Into Toilets | South Korea News
Seoul’s free park showers, meant to help runners and hikers rinse off after workouts, are being abused—twice now, people have used the stalls as toilets…
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Marriage Trends in Korea and Japan | South Korea News
Young adults in Korea and Japan are showing strong interest in marriage, with 81% of Koreans and 58% of Japanese aged 20-39 expressing willingness to tie the…
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Lee Jae Myung’s Cabinet Shake-Up | South Korea News
President Lee Jae Myung just pulled off a major cabinet overhaul, reshuffling six key ministries with fresh faces — including a surprise promotion of veteran…