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Coming EU sanction round is 'warning' against Russia backers, VDL says

The next round of EU sanctions against Russia aims to close loopholes and crack down on circumvention and could target companies and countries that help Russia acquire sanctioned goods.

Food and Drink

Famous banana artwork eaten by museum visitor in Seoul

Picture the scene: You're hungry and the museum you're visiting has a banana taped to the wall. Art installation be damned. The stomach wants what the stomach wants...

Culture news

Check out Louis Vuitton’s first bridgeway fashion show in South Korea

Louis Vuitton stages its first major show in South Korea, as more fashion houses are looking to strengthen their hold on the country's luxury market.

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Watch: South Korea's President sings "American Pie"

From discussing nuclear war to belting out a beloved hit: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's White House visit ended on a high note when he sang Don McLean's "American Pie" to great applause.

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Culture news

Netflix doubles investment in South Korean film and TV

After a meeting between Netflix's CEO and South Korea's President, more investment will see bigger and better South Korean shows coming to the platform.

Culture news

K-pop star Moonbin dies at age of 25 in a suspected suicide

His death at his home in southern Seoul has prompted an outpouring of grief from fans.

Culture news

How has BTS' Jimin made music history?

K-pop supergroup's star continues to rise despite their hiatus, with Jimin's hit single 'Like Crazy' coming in at number one in the US' Billboard Hot 100 list

Sweden

Sweden ramps up investigation on origins of South Korean adoptees

A Swedish investigator probing international adoption practices is in South Korea to investigate on the alleged falsified origins of adopted children.

Japan

Japanese and South Korean leaders meet in Tokyo to restore relations

The Japanese and South Korean leaders met on Thursday during a highly anticipated summit to discuss improving trade and security relations. This comes amid concerns over North Korea's growing unrest and China's increasing influence.

North Korea

North Korea fires missiles as South Korea-US military drills begin

The Washington-Seoul joint military drills begin against a backdrop of increased tension in the peninsula after Pyongyang carries out latest weapons test.

Culture news

BTS member announced partnership with Louis Vuitton

As BTS's hiatus continues due to band members serving in the military, J-Hope announces his latest fashion ambassador role.

North Korea

North Korea fires ballistic missiles and threathens neighbours

It is the second launch carried out by the North Korean regime since Saturday and according to Pyongyang, it is in retaliation to the joint military operations being carried out by South Korea and the United States.

South Korea

North Korea fires first missile of the year into Japanese waters

South Korean and Japanese authorities have reported that North Korea has fired its first Intercontinental Ballistic Missile of the year, which landed in Japan's exclusive economic zone.

World News

Europe experiences extended period of severe cold

Countries across the northern hemisphere are battling extreme weather with authorities in Europe trying to cope with an extended period of freezing conditions.

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Snow covers South Korean capital and surrounding regions

No immediate reports of major disruptions or damage caused by snow, ice and subzero temperatures, as officials lifted their heavy snow warnings for Seoul and nearby areas.

Travel News

China suspends visas over ‘discriminatory’ COVID restrictions

China says entry rules that require Chinese visitors to show a negative COVID test have no scientific basis.

South Korea

Escalation of tension on Korean peninsula following drone incursion

South Korea has scrambled its air force and fired warning shots after five North Korean drones crossed over into its territory.

Sport

Brazil beats South Korea and will take on Croatia in quarter-finals

Neymar returned from injury and converted a first-half penalty in Brazil’s 4-1 win over South Korea in the round of 16 on Monday, while Croatia struck gold in a shootout win against Japan, securing a return to the quarter-finals.

South Korea

Seoul arrests ex-security official over alleged border murder cover-up

South Korea's former national security director Suh Hoon was arrested Saturday following allegations of his involvement in a cover-up of a fisheries official in 2020.

Qatar

South Korea 2-1 victory over Portugal gets them through to next stage

It was another day of twists at the FIFA World Cup, with South Korea booking their place in the round of 16 in dramatic fashion, beating group winners Portugal 2-1 in the last minute, and pipping second spot.