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Inside South Korea's world-beating bear market - Reuters
Inside South Korea's world-beating bear market Reuters
July 14, 2026South Korea forecasts 2026 economic growth at 5-year high on AI chip boom - Reuters
South Korea forecasts 2026 economic growth at 5-year high on AI chip boom Reuters
July 14, 2026Asian tech firms seeking to follow SK Hynix may find foreign investors more selective - Reuters
Asian tech firms seeking to follow SK Hynix may find foreign investors more selective Reuters
July 13, 2026S.Korea court sentences ex-president to 2 years in jail in political funding case, media says - Reuters
S.Korea court sentences ex-president to 2 years in jail in political funding case, media says Reuters
July 13, 2026SK Hynix sinks after Nasdaq debut amid profit-taking, easing earnings optimism - Reuters
SK Hynix sinks after Nasdaq debut amid profit-taking, easing earnings optimism Reuters
July 13, 2026South Korean navy recovers body of seaman missing near North Korean border - Reuters
South Korean navy recovers body of seaman missing near North Korean border Reuters
July 12, 2026SK Hynix CEO sees worst-ever memory supply shortage in 2027, says demand to outstrip supply beyond 2030 - Reuters
SK Hynix CEO sees worst-ever memory supply shortage in 2027, says demand to outstrip supply beyond 2030 Reuters
July 10, 2026South Korean billionaire's risky bet pays off, as SK Hynix debuts in New York - Reuters
South Korean billionaire's risky bet pays off, as SK Hynix debuts in New York Reuters
July 10, 2026SK Hynix options to trade two business days after Nasdaq debut, sources say - Reuters
SK Hynix options to trade two business days after Nasdaq debut, sources say Reuters
July 10, 2026Wall St set for mixed open ahead of SK Hynix listing; Middle East in focus - Reuters
Wall St set for mixed open ahead of SK Hynix listing; Middle East in focus Reuters
July 10, 2026SK Hynix advisors win big fee windfall after modest SpaceX payday - Reuters
SK Hynix advisors win big fee windfall after modest SpaceX payday Reuters
July 10, 2026Chip stocks lead Asia higher ahead of SK Hynix blockbuster US debut - Reuters
Chip stocks lead Asia higher ahead of SK Hynix blockbuster US debut Reuters
July 10, 2026How an app in South Korea will let victims track their stalkers
Officials say the app will help stalking victims, but some experts question the impact it might have.
July 9, 2026South Korea's Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling in ex-president Yoon's obstruction case - Reuters
South Korea's Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling in ex-president Yoon's obstruction case Reuters
July 9, 2026SK Hynix US listing more than seven times oversubscribed, source says - Reuters
SK Hynix US listing more than seven times oversubscribed, source says Reuters
July 9, 2026SK Hynix to close $28 billion ADR bookbuild on Wednesday after oversubscription, source says - Reuters
SK Hynix to close $28 billion ADR bookbuild on Wednesday after oversubscription, source says Reuters
July 8, 2026Korean chip stocks flip to losses on lingering AI, memory pricing concerns - Reuters
Korean chip stocks flip to losses on lingering AI, memory pricing concerns Reuters
July 8, 2026Nine countries commit to global defence bank, Canada says - Reuters
Nine countries commit to global defence bank, Canada says Reuters
July 7, 2026BTS take credit for England football win in first UK show since 2019
The pop group claim they're a good luck charm for the England team, as they return to London.
July 7, 2026Samsung's AI problem - Reuters
Samsung's AI problem Reuters
July 7, 2026S.Korea's KOSPI tumbles nearly 5% as chipmakers slump on AI worries - Reuters
S.Korea's KOSPI tumbles nearly 5% as chipmakers slump on AI worries Reuters
July 7, 2026Morning Bid: Samsung boom, market gloom - Reuters
Morning Bid: Samsung boom, market gloom Reuters
July 7, 2026AI chip boom lifts Samsung profits by 1,800%
It comes as demand for semiconductors continues to outstrip supplies, which has pushed up prices.
July 7, 2026Samsung forecasts 19-fold jump in quarterly profit as AI demand fuels chip crunch - Reuters
Samsung forecasts 19-fold jump in quarterly profit as AI demand fuels chip crunch Reuters
July 6, 2026Morning Bid: Samsung to serve chip taster for earnings feast - Reuters
Morning Bid: Samsung to serve chip taster for earnings feast Reuters
July 6, 2026South Korea starts 24-hour trading of dollar-won - Reuters
South Korea starts 24-hour trading of dollar-won Reuters
July 6, 2026South Korea's SK Hynix launching $28 billion US listing to ride global AI wave - Reuters
South Korea's SK Hynix launching $28 billion US listing to ride global AI wave Reuters
July 6, 2026Samsung likely to post 18-fold jump in profit on surging AI demand for memory - Reuters
Samsung likely to post 18-fold jump in profit on surging AI demand for memory Reuters
July 5, 2026SK Hynix considering 0.5% fee payout in ADR offering, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters
SK Hynix considering 0.5% fee payout in ADR offering, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
July 4, 2026Explainer: Why is South Korea so furious at its World Cup coach? - Reuters
Explainer: Why is South Korea so furious at its World Cup coach? Reuters
July 3, 2026SK Hynix to spend $64 billion on flash memory chip plants under broader AI investment plan - Reuters
SK Hynix to spend $64 billion on flash memory chip plants under broader AI investment plan Reuters
July 2, 2026Samsung Group details plans to invest $90 billion in South Korea's central region - Reuters
Samsung Group details plans to invest $90 billion in South Korea's central region Reuters
July 2, 2026South Korea's inflation rate quickens to 2-1/2-year high - Reuters
South Korea's inflation rate quickens to 2-1/2-year high Reuters
July 1, 2026Samsung, SK Hynix mega South Korea chips gamble tests optimism of AI cycle - Reuters
Samsung, SK Hynix mega South Korea chips gamble tests optimism of AI cycle Reuters
June 30, 2026Why are South Korean fans so angry at their football coach?
Hong Myung-bo has resigned after South Korea failed to advance to the World Cup knockout stages.
June 30, 2026Son apologises for South Korea's World Cup exit
Son Heung-min apologises for South Korea's early World Cup exit and says he will "run to death" for the nation's football fans.
June 30, 2026Global financial firms pivot to South Korea, cautious on China and India, survey shows - Reuters
Global financial firms pivot to South Korea, cautious on China and India, survey shows Reuters
June 30, 2026Rescued bears cleared for 5,500-mile Suffolk flight
Vets say the bears from a former South Korean bile farm are ready to be moved to their forever home.
June 29, 2026World Cup exit leaves South Korean football in crisis
After crashing out of the World Cup, BBC Sport investigates the rise and fall of South Korean football.
June 29, 2026Key facts on South Korea's three chip and AI 'mega projects' - Reuters
Key facts on South Korea's three chip and AI 'mega projects' Reuters
June 29, 2026South Korea unveils $1tn chip and AI investment plan
It comes as regional rivals like Taiwan, China and Japan are investing heavily in chip factories and other technology.
June 29, 2026Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix to invest in two new fabrication sites in South Korea, government says - Reuters
Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix to invest in two new fabrication sites in South Korea, government says Reuters
June 29, 2026South Korea football coach quits as president calls for probe into World Cup loss
South Korea was eliminated after missing out on a spot among the eight best third-placed teams.
June 29, 2026Hong quits as South Korea boss after World Cup exit - Reuters
Hong quits as South Korea boss after World Cup exit Reuters
June 28, 2026South Korea's 'utterly baffled' president lets rip after early World Cup exit - Reuters
South Korea's 'utterly baffled' president lets rip after early World Cup exit Reuters
June 28, 2026South Korea, Japan reaffirm denuclearisation goal, closer defence ties - Reuters
South Korea, Japan reaffirm denuclearisation goal, closer defence ties Reuters
June 28, 2026Why Kim Jong Un never talks about his mother - or her controversial bloodline
Very few North Koreans know about her, as her origin could threaten the regime’s legitimacy.
June 27, 2026Korda six behind Yoon as she seeks major hat-trick
Nelly Korda is six shots behind Ina Yoon at the midway point of the Women's PGA Championship as she chases her third straight major.
June 27, 2026Swatch claiming $170 million in damages against Samsung over trademark infringement, FT reports - Reuters
Swatch claiming $170 million in damages against Samsung over trademark infringement, FT reports Reuters
June 26, 2026South Korea says to train 500,000 'drone warriors' to counter North Korea - Reuters
South Korea says to train 500,000 'drone warriors' to counter North Korea Reuters
June 26, 2026Samsung to announce $648 bln investments in South Korea, media report says - Reuters
Samsung to announce $648 bln investments in South Korea, media report says Reuters
June 25, 2026South Korea coach says Son was held back to exploit tiring South Africa - Reuters
South Korea coach says Son was held back to exploit tiring South Africa Reuters
June 25, 2026Jubilation as South Africa beat South Korea to reach World Cup knockout stage for first time - Reuters
Jubilation as South Africa beat South Korea to reach World Cup knockout stage for first time Reuters
June 25, 2026Korean chip shares surge on Micron's blowout earnings, SK Hynix's US listing plan - Reuters
Korean chip shares surge on Micron's blowout earnings, SK Hynix's US listing plan Reuters
June 25, 2026SK Hynix targets $29 billion US listing as AI demand surges - Reuters
SK Hynix targets $29 billion US listing as AI demand surges Reuters
June 24, 2026How SK Hynix's bet on a niche memory chip made it more valuable than Samsung - Reuters
How SK Hynix's bet on a niche memory chip made it more valuable than Samsung Reuters
June 24, 2026Samsung Electronics plans $59 bln share buyback, Yonhap reports - Reuters
Samsung Electronics plans $59 bln share buyback, Yonhap reports Reuters
June 24, 2026South Korea discussing new chip investments with Samsung, SK Hynix, presidential adviser says - Reuters
South Korea discussing new chip investments with Samsung, SK Hynix, presidential adviser says Reuters
June 24, 2026South Africa must beat South Korea to make history, says coach Broos - Reuters
South Africa must beat South Korea to make history, says coach Broos Reuters
June 23, 2026South Korea's KOSPI plunges nearly 10% after regulator cautions on leveraged ETFs - Reuters
South Korea's KOSPI plunges nearly 10% after regulator cautions on leveraged ETFs Reuters
June 23, 2026South Korea to accept all North Korean POWs in Ukraine if they desire, ministry says - Reuters
South Korea to accept all North Korean POWs in Ukraine if they desire, ministry says Reuters
June 23, 2026In South Korea, a job or partner at Samsung, SK Hynix is the new 'A+' catch - Reuters
In South Korea, a job or partner at Samsung, SK Hynix is the new 'A+' catch Reuters
June 23, 2026Solar manufacturing group seeks US trade probe of Korea cell imports - Reuters
Solar manufacturing group seeks US trade probe of Korea cell imports Reuters
June 22, 2026South Korea's ex-Justice Minister Park sentenced to 25 years in jail over martial law, Yonhap says - Reuters
South Korea's ex-Justice Minister Park sentenced to 25 years in jail over martial law, Yonhap says Reuters
June 22, 2026SK Hynix overtakes Samsung to become South Korea's most valuable company - Reuters
SK Hynix overtakes Samsung to become South Korea's most valuable company Reuters
June 22, 2026Two South Korean-operated vessels passed through Strait of Hormuz after MOU signed - Reuters
Two South Korean-operated vessels passed through Strait of Hormuz after MOU signed Reuters
June 22, 2026Fifa alters how World Cup tables work - it changes everything
Fifa is using head-to-head records instead of group goal difference as the first tiebreaker for teams who are level on points at the World Cup.
June 19, 2026South Korea’s Lee says Trump open to considering phased approach to North Korea nuclear issue - Reuters
South Korea’s Lee says Trump open to considering phased approach to North Korea nuclear issue Reuters
June 19, 2026Keeper error helps Mexico beat South Korea to book last-32 spot
Hosts Mexico earn qualification to the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup following a narrow win over South Korea.
June 19, 2026Mexico edge South Korea to win Group A, secure home last-32 tie - Reuters
Mexico edge South Korea to win Group A, secure home last-32 tie Reuters
June 19, 2026Intel taps industry veteran Seok-Hee Lee to lead foundry packaging push - Reuters
Intel taps industry veteran Seok-Hee Lee to lead foundry packaging push Reuters
June 18, 2026Most shots? Best dribbler? World Cup so far in numbers
Now every team has played once, BBC Sport take a look at who has been the best and worst players so far according to the stats.
June 18, 2026South Korea's Lee leaves G7 with Trump's pen after talks about peace on the peninsula - Reuters
South Korea's Lee leaves G7 with Trump's pen after talks about peace on the peninsula Reuters
June 18, 2026Drone brought down near South Korea training base
The Mexican military reportedly intercepts and brings down an unregistered drone seen flying over South Korea's training base before their Group A match with co-hosts Mexico on Friday.
June 18, 2026Mexico, South Korea battle for control of World Cup Group A - Reuters
Mexico, South Korea battle for control of World Cup Group A Reuters
June 16, 2026South Korea players shun media duties after remarks about Son's military service - Reuters
South Korea players shun media duties after remarks about Son's military service Reuters
June 16, 2026Grammy Awards add Asian Pop and Latin song categories
The music awards adds five new categories after wins from Bad Bunny and KPop Demon Hunters.
June 16, 2026No thoughts of revenge as France start World Cup against Senegal, says Deschamps - Reuters
No thoughts of revenge as France start World Cup against Senegal, says Deschamps Reuters
June 15, 2026South Korea's Starbucks to shut for staff history lesson after backlash
The chain was criticised for a "Tank Day" marketing ploy on the anniversary of a military massacre.
June 15, 2026Man apologises for making racist gesture at Korean in World Cup match
He was caught pulling the corners of his eyes at a South Korean influencer during the match in Mexico.
June 15, 2026Fans on concourses instead of in seats, claims Fifa
Fifa says numerous empty seats were visible in the near-sell-out Group A match between South Korea and the Czech Republic because of fans remaining on concourses.
June 12, 2026With fighting spirit, South Korea's beauty triumphs over Czech set-piece beasts - Reuters
With fighting spirit, South Korea's beauty triumphs over Czech set-piece beasts Reuters
June 12, 2026Czech coach Koubek says better team won after defeat by South Korea - Reuters
Czech coach Koubek says better team won after defeat by South Korea Reuters
June 12, 2026Hwang and Oh strike as South Korea fight back to sink Czech Republic - Reuters
Hwang and Oh strike as South Korea fight back to sink Czech Republic Reuters
June 12, 2026South Korea court sentences ex-President Yoon to 30-year jail term over drone incursion - Reuters
South Korea court sentences ex-President Yoon to 30-year jail term over drone incursion Reuters
June 12, 2026Korea fines e-commerce giant $400m over data breach affecting millions
The record fine comes after around 37.5 million users had their private data exposed.
June 11, 2026South Korea's SK Hynix eyes US listing as soon as August, sources say - Reuters
South Korea's SK Hynix eyes US listing as soon as August, sources say Reuters
June 10, 2026Farage says Reform has contacted X 'to highest level' over fake AI ads
The fake ads feature the governor of the Bank of England - the Bank has urged people to report them.
June 9, 2026Chip rout puts Korea's 'ant' investors to the test as margin debt soars - Reuters
Chip rout puts Korea's 'ant' investors to the test as margin debt soars Reuters
June 8, 2026Nvidia CEO says company is working with LG on humanoid robots and data centers - Reuters
Nvidia CEO says company is working with LG on humanoid robots and data centers Reuters
June 8, 2026Asia markets brace for selling after tech rout hits Wall Street - Reuters
Asia markets brace for selling after tech rout hits Wall Street Reuters
June 7, 2026SK Hynix announces multi-year tech deal with Nvidia for AI factories - Reuters
SK Hynix announces multi-year tech deal with Nvidia for AI factories Reuters
June 7, 2026South Korea's Naver to build gigawatt-scale AI factories using Nvidia technology - Reuters
South Korea's Naver to build gigawatt-scale AI factories using Nvidia technology Reuters
June 7, 2026Friendship or leverage: Why is Xi Jinping going to North Korea?
Beijing is trying to reassert influence over a strategically vital yet deeply unpredictable partner.
June 7, 2026Nvidia, SK to detail cooperation plan as Huang flags prolonged chip shortage - Reuters
Nvidia, SK to detail cooperation plan as Huang flags prolonged chip shortage Reuters
June 7, 2026South Korean president orders probe into local election ballot shortages - Reuters
South Korean president orders probe into local election ballot shortages Reuters
June 7, 2026South Korea nominates Han as country's first female prime minister in two decades - Reuters
South Korea nominates Han as country's first female prime minister in two decades Reuters
June 7, 2026South Korean protesters keep calling for re-run of election after ballot shortage - Reuters
South Korean protesters keep calling for re-run of election after ballot shortage Reuters
June 6, 2026Thousands demand South Korea vote re-run after ballot shortage - Reuters
Thousands demand South Korea vote re-run after ballot shortage Reuters
June 5, 2026Tough cookies: How pop group Le Sserafim overcame internal conflict and internet trolls
The K-pop band say accepting their flaws and embracing humour took them to a new level of success.
June 4, 2026South Korea's LG Group to adopt 10,000 Nvidia GPUs, Maeil says - Reuters
South Korea's LG Group to adopt 10,000 Nvidia GPUs, Maeil says Reuters
June 4, 2026SK Hynix plans to double wafer capacity in next five years, group chairman says - Reuters
SK Hynix plans to double wafer capacity in next five years, group chairman says Reuters
June 2, 2026India slips to seventh in global market cap rankings as South Korea pulls ahead - Reuters
India slips to seventh in global market cap rankings as South Korea pulls ahead Reuters
June 2, 2026South Korea export growth hits four-decade high on AI chip boom - Reuters
South Korea export growth hits four-decade high on AI chip boom Reuters
June 1, 2026After decades risking arrest, South Korea's tattoo artists step into the limelight
Only licensed doctors were allowed to ink tattoos in Korea - breaking the law could lead to heavy fines or jail.
May 29, 2026Samsung Electronics ships faster HBM4E chip samples to customers; shares jump - Reuters
Samsung Electronics ships faster HBM4E chip samples to customers; shares jump Reuters
May 28, 2026Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions - Reuters
Samsung pay deal marks seismic change for South Korea, emboldening unions Reuters
May 27, 2026Iranian missile likely involved in attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz, South Korea says - Reuters
Iranian missile likely involved in attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz, South Korea says Reuters
May 27, 2026South Korea detains dissident who fled China in rubber boat
Dong Guangping, an activist and former police officer, spent hours at sea before reaching Korean waters.
May 27, 2026Samsung workers approve pay deal, shares surge - Reuters
Samsung workers approve pay deal, shares surge Reuters
May 27, 2026South Korea overpass collapse kills three people during safety inspection - Reuters
South Korea overpass collapse kills three people during safety inspection Reuters
May 26, 2026North Korea fired several missiles, South Korean military says - Reuters
North Korea fired several missiles, South Korean military says Reuters
May 26, 2026Starbucks sees sharp drop in Korean sales after 'Tank Day' marketing backlash - Reuters
Starbucks sees sharp drop in Korean sales after 'Tank Day' marketing backlash Reuters
May 26, 2026AI used to fake evidence that ended Korean actor's career, say police
Police are seeking an arrest warrant for a YouTuber who allegedly fabricated evidence to defame actor Kim Soo-hyun.
May 22, 2026Samsung's deal with union hailed as a victory as bonuses less generous than SK Hynix's - Reuters
Samsung's deal with union hailed as a victory as bonuses less generous than SK Hynix's Reuters
May 21, 2026Samsung strike on hold as workers push for AI bonus
The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.
May 21, 2026Morning Bid: Samsung Electronics' wage drama not over yet - Reuters
Morning Bid: Samsung Electronics' wage drama not over yet Reuters
May 21, 2026Samsung shares soar as strike averted, but bonuses of $416,000 for some stoke concern - Reuters
Samsung shares soar as strike averted, but bonuses of $416,000 for some stoke concern Reuters
May 21, 2026Could a football match soften North Korea-South Korea relations?
A North Korean women's football team played in South Korea marking the first time athletes from the North have crossed the border in nearly 8 years.
May 20, 2026Samsung Elec's South Korean labour union to vote on tentative pay plan -union - Reuters
Samsung Elec's South Korean labour union to vote on tentative pay plan -union Reuters
May 20, 2026South Korea’s Lee criticises Israel detentions, says actions ‘way out of line’ - Reuters
South Korea’s Lee criticises Israel detentions, says actions ‘way out of line’ Reuters
May 20, 2026Starbucks Korea sacks CEO over controversial 'Tank Day' promotion
Starbucks withdrew the campaign for its drink tumblers after many said it referenced a bloody crackdown.
May 19, 2026Samsung, labour union meet again as Seoul threatens to intervene to block strike - Reuters
Samsung, labour union meet again as Seoul threatens to intervene to block strike Reuters
May 19, 2026Samsung union, management narrow some differences in talks to avert strike, media say - Reuters
Samsung union, management narrow some differences in talks to avert strike, media say Reuters
May 19, 2026Starbucks Korea head fired after 'Tank Day' promotion sparks public uproar - Reuters
Starbucks Korea head fired after 'Tank Day' promotion sparks public uproar Reuters
May 19, 2026Samsung Electronics, union hold last-ditch talks to avert strike threatening global supply chains - Reuters
Samsung Electronics, union hold last-ditch talks to avert strike threatening global supply chains Reuters
May 18, 2026Trump and South Korea's Lee discuss outcome of US-China summit - Reuters
Trump and South Korea's Lee discuss outcome of US-China summit Reuters
May 17, 2026South Korea says it will pursue all options to avoid Samsung strike - Reuters
South Korea says it will pursue all options to avoid Samsung strike Reuters
May 17, 2026Samsung Elec, South Korea union to resume pay talks on Monday, union says - Reuters
Samsung Elec, South Korea union to resume pay talks on Monday, union says Reuters
May 16, 2026Exclusive: At Samsung, the global AI boom spurred a looming strike and deep divisions - Reuters
Exclusive: At Samsung, the global AI boom spurred a looming strike and deep divisions Reuters
May 15, 2026Samsung's South Korean union sticks to strike plan after talks offer; shares slide - Reuters
Samsung's South Korean union sticks to strike plan after talks offer; shares slide Reuters
May 15, 2026Madonna, BTS and Shakira to headline first World Cup final halftime show - Reuters
Madonna, BTS and Shakira to headline first World Cup final halftime show Reuters
May 14, 2026AI boom puts SK Hynix on the cusp $1 trillion market value - Reuters
AI boom puts SK Hynix on the cusp $1 trillion market value Reuters
May 14, 2026Samsung Elec regrets collapse of pay talks with union, says to continue dialogue - Reuters
Samsung Elec regrets collapse of pay talks with union, says to continue dialogue Reuters
May 13, 2026US Treasury's Bessent, China's He hold talks in South Korea ahead of Trump-Xi summit - Reuters
US Treasury's Bessent, China's He hold talks in South Korea ahead of Trump-Xi summit Reuters
May 13, 2026Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes
The pop star's legal team alleges a photograph of her face was used on Samsung television boxes without permission.
May 11, 2026China's He to hold trade talks with US delegation in South Korea - Reuters
China's He to hold trade talks with US delegation in South Korea Reuters
May 10, 2026South Korean ship in Hormuz hit by unidentified objects on May 4, ministry says - Reuters
South Korean ship in Hormuz hit by unidentified objects on May 4, ministry says Reuters
May 10, 2026South Korea heads to local elections under shadow of disgraced former president - Reuters
South Korea heads to local elections under shadow of disgraced former president Reuters
May 8, 2026Exclusive: SK Hynix flooded with unprecedented offers from big tech firms to secure chip supplies - Reuters
Exclusive: SK Hynix flooded with unprecedented offers from big tech firms to secure chip supplies Reuters
May 7, 2026Samsung Electronics' market cap surpasses $1 trln after US AI chip stocks surge - Reuters
Samsung Electronics' market cap surpasses $1 trln after US AI chip stocks surge Reuters
May 6, 2026Fire, explosion hit South Korean-run vessel in Strait of Hormuz, Seoul says - Reuters
Fire, explosion hit South Korean-run vessel in Strait of Hormuz, Seoul says Reuters
May 4, 2026North Korean side to make rare trip to South Korea
A team of North Korean footballers will make a rare visit to South Korea later this month.
May 4, 2026Stocks gain in Asia, oil flat amid new Gulf proposals - Reuters
Stocks gain in Asia, oil flat amid new Gulf proposals Reuters
May 4, 2026Samsung Electronics appoints new TV chief amid mounting competition - Reuters
Samsung Electronics appoints new TV chief amid mounting competition Reuters
May 4, 2026South Korea factory activity expands at strongest pace in over 4 years, PMI shows - Reuters
South Korea factory activity expands at strongest pace in over 4 years, PMI shows Reuters
May 4, 2026South Korean appeals court increases jail term for former President Yoon in obstruction case - Reuters
South Korean appeals court increases jail term for former President Yoon in obstruction case Reuters
April 29, 2026SK Hynix shares rally 7% to a record high, beating Samsung's 2.5% gain - Reuters
SK Hynix shares rally 7% to a record high, beating Samsung's 2.5% gain Reuters
April 27, 2026South Korea police arrest man for posting AI photo of runaway wolf
The widely circulated image had prompted authorities to move their search operation.
April 24, 2026Asian shares track Wall Street to record highs but higher oil prices a risk - Reuters
Asian shares track Wall Street to record highs but higher oil prices a risk Reuters
April 23, 2026South Korea's Q1 GDP growth roars past market on booming AI-driven chip demand - Reuters
South Korea's Q1 GDP growth roars past market on booming AI-driven chip demand Reuters
April 22, 2026Nvidia supplier SK Hynix's Q1 profit rises five-fold to a record high on AI boom - Reuters
Nvidia supplier SK Hynix's Q1 profit rises five-fold to a record high on AI boom Reuters
April 22, 2026South Korean fighter jets collided due to pilots snapping pictures, report finds
One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.
April 22, 2026SK Hynix to invest about $13 bln in a new South Korea plant to meet AI memory demand - Reuters
SK Hynix to invest about $13 bln in a new South Korea plant to meet AI memory demand Reuters
April 22, 2026South Korea producer prices rise in March at fastest in more than 3 years - Reuters
South Korea producer prices rise in March at fastest in more than 3 years Reuters
April 22, 2026Why police are seeking to arrest billionaire K-pop mogul behind BTS
Bang Si-hyuk, who created the supergroup, denies defrauding investors before his $7.3bn company went public.
April 21, 2026South Korea police seek detention warrant for BTS agency founder Bang - Reuters
South Korea police seek detention warrant for BTS agency founder Bang Reuters
April 21, 2026South Korea's Lee to seek big boost in economic ties in summit with India's Modi - Reuters
South Korea's Lee to seek big boost in economic ties in summit with India's Modi Reuters
April 20, 2026Oil tanker exits Hormuz, heading to South Korea's HD Hyundai Oilbank, data shows - Reuters
Oil tanker exits Hormuz, heading to South Korea's HD Hyundai Oilbank, data shows Reuters
April 20, 2026South Korea's runaway wolf finally captured after nine-day search
The search has been marked by twists and turns, gripping South Korea and even inspiring a meme coin.
April 17, 2026How did a wolf become a fugitive in South Korea?
A wolf burrowed under a fence at his zoo in South Korea becoming the country's newest fugitive.
April 16, 2026South Korea jails American YouTuber for public nuisance
Johnny Somali sparked outrage after kissing a statue representing World War Two sex slaves.
April 15, 2026South Korea jails 90-year-old woman for laundering son's drug money
The woman has been sentenced to a year in jail for laundering money for her son who is imprisoned in Cambodia.
April 14, 2026South Korea close to securing oil supplies from Kazakhstan, minister says - Reuters
South Korea close to securing oil supplies from Kazakhstan, minister says Reuters
April 12, 2026Big screens, bigger fandom: BTS brings ‘ARIRANG’ tour to AMC theaters - Reuters
Big screens, bigger fandom: BTS brings ‘ARIRANG’ tour to AMC theaters Reuters
April 11, 2026SK Hynix shares jump 15% after peer Samsung projects blowout earnings - Reuters
SK Hynix shares jump 15% after peer Samsung projects blowout earnings Reuters
April 8, 2026North Korea welcome's Seoul's expression of regret over drone incursion - Reuters
North Korea welcome's Seoul's expression of regret over drone incursion Reuters
April 6, 2026Samsung Elec likely to report stupendous surge in quarterly profit to record level - Reuters
Samsung Elec likely to report stupendous surge in quarterly profit to record level Reuters
April 3, 2026Hyundai Motor flags export disruptions as Middle East conflict hits shipping - reuters.com
Hyundai Motor flags export disruptions as Middle East conflict hits shipping reuters.com
April 3, 2026South Korea March inflation undershoots forecasts but risks skewed higher - reuters.com
South Korea March inflation undershoots forecasts but risks skewed higher reuters.com
April 1, 2026South Korea, Indonesia sign agreements on minerals, tech and finance during Prabowo visit - Reuters
South Korea, Indonesia sign agreements on minerals, tech and finance during Prabowo visit Reuters
April 1, 2026Eurovision Song Contest launches first-ever Asia edition
Broadcasters from 10 countries, including South Korea and the Philippines, will be taking part.
March 31, 2026Korean Air takes emergency action as fuel prices soar
It is the latest Asian airline to announce measures to deal with the economic impact of the Iran war.
March 31, 2026South Korea proposes $17.3 billion extra budget to mitigate Middle East shock - Reuters
South Korea proposes $17.3 billion extra budget to mitigate Middle East shock Reuters
March 31, 2026Undeterred by war, South Korean day traders double down on world-beating KOSPI - Reuters
Undeterred by war, South Korean day traders double down on world-beating KOSPI Reuters
March 26, 2026South Korea to carry out bond buyback, raise fuel price cap to cushion blow from Iran conflict - Reuters
South Korea to carry out bond buyback, raise fuel price cap to cushion blow from Iran conflict Reuters
March 26, 2026Australia's Lynas agrees potential rare earths deal with South Korea's LS Eco Energy - Reuters
Australia's Lynas agrees potential rare earths deal with South Korea's LS Eco Energy Reuters
March 25, 2026GM to invest $600 million in South Korean unit - Reuters
GM to invest $600 million in South Korean unit Reuters
March 25, 2026South Korea, Germany exposed to rare earths shortage, Australia's Arafura says - Reuters
South Korea, Germany exposed to rare earths shortage, Australia's Arafura says Reuters
March 25, 2026BTS comeback concert on Netflix draws 18.4m global viewers
The livestreamed show saw the band perform together for the first time since October 2022.
March 25, 2026The BTS ARMY is coming to a city near you, armed with $5.3 billion in spending power - Reuters
The BTS ARMY is coming to a city near you, armed with $5.3 billion in spending power Reuters
March 24, 2026BTS agency shares drop after comeback show turnout falls short
The concert was attended by an estimated 104,000 fans, much lower than the expected 260,000.
March 23, 2026BTS return from military service - but does their album live up to the hype?
The band's 10th album sees them return to the rebellious, rap-heavy sound of their early days.
March 20, 2026BTS concert in South Korea to herald stream of live events, Netflix says - Reuters
BTS concert in South Korea to herald stream of live events, Netflix says Reuters
March 20, 2026BTS is back: Anti-drone systems and 260,000 fans as world's biggest band returns
RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jung Kook will perform together for the first time since October 2022.
March 19, 2026Netflix plans 'KPop Demon Hunters' global concert tour, source says - Reuters
Netflix plans 'KPop Demon Hunters' global concert tour, source says Reuters
March 18, 2026Samsung Elec and AMD sign MoU on AI memory, explore foundry partnership - Reuters
Samsung Elec and AMD sign MoU on AI memory, explore foundry partnership Reuters
March 18, 2026Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve strike plan - Reuters
Samsung's unionised workers in South Korea approve strike plan Reuters
March 18, 2026Samsung sees AI driving strong chip demand in 2026, executive says - Reuters
Samsung sees AI driving strong chip demand in 2026, executive says Reuters
March 18, 2026SK Group chairman says wafer shortage to last until 2030, trying to stabilise memory prices - Reuters
SK Group chairman says wafer shortage to last until 2030, trying to stabilise memory prices Reuters
March 16, 2026Samsung shares rise after Nvidia's Huang flags tie-up on new AI chips - Reuters
Samsung shares rise after Nvidia's Huang flags tie-up on new AI chips Reuters
March 16, 2026Samsung workers' strike plan would disrupt chip supply, union chief says - Reuters
Samsung workers' strike plan would disrupt chip supply, union chief says Reuters
March 16, 2026How did Oscar winner Kpop Demon Hunters win hearts the world over?
We find out how the award-winning, demon-busting crooners have cast a spell world over.
March 16, 2026Trump urges UK and other nations to send warships to Strait of Hormuz
The US president says he hopes China, France, Japan and South Korea will also send ships to defend the key oil shipping route.
March 14, 2026Hyundai issues stop sale for some 2026 Palisade SUVs after fatal incident - Reuters
Hyundai issues stop sale for some 2026 Palisade SUVs after fatal incident Reuters
March 13, 2026KPop Demon Hunters to return as Netflix announces sequel
The sequel brings back the co-directors of the first film, which was a smash-hit for the streaming service.
March 13, 2026Asian shares surge, led by KOSPI; Treasuries fall as traders weigh war impact - Reuters
Asian shares surge, led by KOSPI; Treasuries fall as traders weigh war impact Reuters
March 5, 2026South Korean retail investors panic as world-beating stock gains vanish - Reuters
South Korean retail investors panic as world-beating stock gains vanish Reuters
March 4, 2026South Korea woman and doctors guilty of murder of newborn baby
The case has gripped South Korea, where there is no regulation on how far into pregnancy an abortion can take place.
March 4, 2026Korean stocks record worst day, won sinks on Iran conflict - Reuters
Korean stocks record worst day, won sinks on Iran conflict Reuters
March 4, 2026Oil rises over $1 as Iran crisis disrupts Middle East supply - Reuters
Oil rises over $1 as Iran crisis disrupts Middle East supply Reuters
March 4, 2026Could Kim's teen daughter become North Korea's next leader?
Kim Jue Ae is becoming more visible alongside her father, but much about her remains a mystery.
March 1, 2026K-pop's BLACKPINK returns with new release after more than 3 years - Reuters
K-pop's BLACKPINK returns with new release after more than 3 years Reuters
February 27, 2026South Korea set to finally get a fully functioning Google Maps - Reuters
South Korea set to finally get a fully functioning Google Maps Reuters
February 27, 2026Hyundai Motor Group to invest $6.3 bln in AI data centre, robot factory in South Korea - Reuters
Hyundai Motor Group to invest $6.3 bln in AI data centre, robot factory in South Korea Reuters
February 27, 2026S.Korea central bank holds rates, adopts dot-plot path signalling extended pause - Reuters
S.Korea central bank holds rates, adopts dot-plot path signalling extended pause Reuters
February 26, 2026Don't break up NewJeans and I'll forgo $18m payout, says ex-K-pop boss
Min Hee-jin has said she "can no longer bear to watch" the group get "torn apart".
February 25, 2026South Korea's birthrate, the world's lowest, rises again amid signs of easing demographic crisis - Reuters
South Korea's birthrate, the world's lowest, rises again amid signs of easing demographic crisis Reuters
February 25, 2026Hyundai Motor to unveil multi-billion-dollar investment in South Korea, source says - Reuters
Hyundai Motor to unveil multi-billion-dollar investment in South Korea, source says Reuters
February 25, 2026Apple shareholders reject call for report on China manufacturing risks - Reuters
Apple shareholders reject call for report on China manufacturing risks Reuters
February 24, 2026Orbital space race heats up in Arctic north
Europe lags far behind the US and China in orbital space launches, but new facilities are opening up.
February 24, 2026Trading Day: Trump tariff chaos hits US stocks hardest - Reuters
Trading Day: Trump tariff chaos hits US stocks hardest Reuters
February 23, 2026Meta users survey found 19% of young teens on Instagram report seeing unwanted nude images - Reuters
Meta users survey found 19% of young teens on Instagram report seeing unwanted nude images Reuters
February 23, 2026US to make tariff decision on solar panels from India, Indonesia and Laos - Reuters
US to make tariff decision on solar panels from India, Indonesia and Laos Reuters
February 23, 2026Saudi Aramco sells first Jafurah condensate cargoes to US firms, India, sources say - Reuters
Saudi Aramco sells first Jafurah condensate cargoes to US firms, India, sources say Reuters
February 23, 2026South Korea and Brazil agree to expand cooperation in key minerals, trade - Reuters
South Korea and Brazil agree to expand cooperation in key minerals, trade Reuters
February 23, 2026South Korea urges Russian embassy to remove 'victory' banner as Ukraine war anniversary nears - Reuters
South Korea urges Russian embassy to remove 'victory' banner as Ukraine war anniversary nears Reuters
February 23, 2026Wall St futures, dollar skid on US tariff tumult - Reuters
Wall St futures, dollar skid on US tariff tumult Reuters
February 23, 2026North Korea's ruling party re-elects Kim Jong Un general secretary for bolstering nuclear power - Reuters
North Korea's ruling party re-elects Kim Jong Un general secretary for bolstering nuclear power Reuters
February 22, 2026Brazil doesn't want 'new Cold War', Lula says before Trump meeting - Reuters
Brazil doesn't want 'new Cold War', Lula says before Trump meeting Reuters
February 22, 2026South Korea protests Japanese event over disputed islands - Reuters
South Korea protests Japanese event over disputed islands Reuters
February 22, 2026Once mocked for being tacky, this Korean music genre is making a comeback
The traditional South Korean popular music genre is making headlines in the country once again.
February 21, 2026Trump orders temporary 10% global tariff to replace duties struck down by US Supreme Court - Reuters
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February 20, 2026South Korea's ex-President Yoon apologises after life sentence over martial law - Reuters
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February 20, 2026KPop stars scored the biggest global hit songs of 2025
APT by Rosé and Bruno Mars and tracks from KPop Demon Hunters were among the biggest hits of the year.
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