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WORLDAug 7South Koreans beat the heat with ‘silent disco’ pool partySouth Koreans in Seoul cooled off with a silent disco pool party during a record-breaking heat wave.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDAug 6How South Korea Can Survive the Unbundling of International OrderThis article examines how South Korea can navigate and adapt to changes in the global international order. It is important as it explores strategic responses to geopolitical shifts affecting a key nation.thediplomat.com · China
WORLDAug 6South Korea police raid football association over Hong appointment processHong Myung-bo's appointment under scrutiny amid raids with lack of proper interview process previously alleged.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDAug 6Police raid Starbuck South Korean HQ over ad campaign that evoked massacre – Winnipeg Free PressPolice raided Starbucks' South Korean headquarters reportedly due to an advertising campaign that evoked a massacre. This indicates legal or public relations issues for the company related to its marketing.winnipegfreepress.com · Canada
WORLDAug 5Flying to South Korea? Brace for 80-minute wait at Incheon airport immigrationForeign travellers arriving in South Korea through Incheon International Airport can expect a long wait at the immigration counters. The lengthy queues were apparent at Incheon International Airport’s Terminal 1 on Friday, where foreign visitors stood waiting to clear immigration. The line stretched beyond the 10 waiting lanes marked out by retractable belt barriers. Chaos ensued near the entrance as 300 to 400 new arrivals spilled into an already packed waiting area. Three or four guides from...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 4South Korean pool-goer makes waves online in pink swimsuit amid record heatwaveAn adult man wearing a pink women’s one-piece swimsuit at a South Korean swimming pool has sparked debate online. The photo of the man circulated on social media Sunday with a caption describing a visitor as a public nuisance at the Han River pool in Seoul. The image shows the man from behind wearing a pink swimsuit and a matching swim cap as visitors cool off during a summer heatwave. The original poster questioned why a man was wearing a women’s swimsuit at the pool, adding that they were...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 3Massive Attack Preview Australian Tour With South Korea Setlist Featuring Mezzanine Classics And Rare CoversMassive Attack previewed their Australian tour, with a setlist from a South Korea show featuring classic and rare covers. This update relates to their upcoming performances.noise11.com · Australia
WORLDAug 3South Korean graduates look to Japan to beat job shortage at homeWhen Japanese entrepreneur Moe Kasugai was a student at Seoul’s Yonsei University, she was struck by how some of the prestigious South Korean college’s brightest graduates struggled to land a job. So in 2019 she launched a service to connect South Korean jobseekers with Japanese employers. “I was surprised that they couldn’t find a job because they were so smart,” the 35-year-old said in Seoul at a two-day job fair organised by KOREC, her start-up, last month. “Many could speak Japanese, ‌so I...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 2As more South Koreans shun drinking, Seoul nightlife reinvents to stay relevantOn a midsummer Thursday night, the entertainment district of Hongdae in Seoul is slowly coming alive. Short for Hongik University, Hongdae neighbours several university campuses and typically attracts thousands of young people to its flashy streets. Just a few blocks away from the main clubbing area, the atmosphere is quieter with hardly any patrons at a row of pubs and restaurants. “Hongdae is not what it used to be like,” said Chris Kim, a 27-year-old who works in the fashion industry. “My...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 29South Korean tourist attacked by monkey at Taj Mahal ; ambulance arrives an hour laterA South Korean tourist was attacked by a monkey at the Taj Mahal, and emergency services reportedly arrived an hour later. This incident highlights concerns about tourist safety and emergency response times in the area.indianexpress.com · India
WORLDJul 25Atletico signs South Korea World Cup midfielder Lee Kang-In from PSGSouth Korea midfielder Lee Kang-In has agreed to join Atletico Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain, the Spanish club said Saturday. Atletico said the player would sign a contract through…Japan Today
WORLDJul 25Atletico Madrid sign South Korea World Cup star Lee Kang-In from PSGLee Kang-In makes the switch to Atletico after helping Paris Saint-Germain to consecutive Champions League titles.Al Jazeera [en]
WORLDJul 25Putting the ‘K’ back in K-pop: how Rescene charmed South KoreaIn an industry built on going global, K-pop’s freshest phenomenon has succeeded by doing the exact opposite: staying home. Rescene, a five-member girl group from little-known agency The Muze Entertainment, debuted in 2024 but largely flew under the radar until recently. Now, they are the talk of the town – chart-toppers, brand ambassadors and a name that is suddenly inescapable across South Korea. No stadium tours preceded their rapid ascent from relative obscurity. No Hybe-scale marketing...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 23South Korea seizes cargo ship suspected of carrying North Korean contrabandSouth Korea has seized a cargo ship on suspicion of transporting contraband linked to North Korea. This action suggests a potential violation of international sanctions or trade agreements.stripes.com · United States
WORLDJul 22Owner of Michelin-starred restaurant in South Korea faces jail for ant-topped sorbetThe owner of a South Korean Michelin-starred restaurant is facing one year in jail for garnishing a palate-cleansing sorbet with black ants “to add a sour taste”, local media said. Seoul prosecutors requested the prison term for the anonymous owner of the unnamed eatery at a Monday court hearing for violating food safety regulations, the reports said. Under South Korean law, only 10 insect species are approved for human consumption, including grasshoppers and brown mealworm larvae. But the...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 20Malaysia aims for 600,000 South Korean arrivals in new travel driveAs Malaysia pushes to welcome 47 million international visitors under this year’s travel campaign, the country is setting its sights on bringing South Korean arrivals back above pre-pandemic levels by promoting authentic local experiences beyond its well-known beach resorts and city attractions. “South Korea is one of our priority markets,” Kamilia Hani Abdul Halim, director of Tourism Malaysia Seoul, said in an interview. Last year, about 558,000 South Koreans visited Malaysia, making it the...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 17BTS, the South Korean group that propelled K-pop to the top of the global music industryAs the seven artists perform on July 17 and 18 at the Stade de France, we look back at their beginnings in 2013 and their unprecedented rise.Le Monde [en]
WORLDJul 16‘Great Chinese women’: tourists praised for preventing serious accident in South KoreaA group of Chinese travellers in South Korea successfully brought a runaway coach under control after the driver lost consciousness while driving, triggering heated discussions online. On Chinese social media, several passengers shared what they experienced on the limousine to Incheon International Airport in the afternoon of July 11. As the coach with 10 to 20 passengers headed towards the expressway close to Terminal 1, it suddenly bumped into the roadbed. A Chinese woman, surnamed Sun, was...South China Morning Post
WORLDJul 15Princess Anne meets humanoid robot in South KoreaPrincess Anne met a humanoid robot during a visit to South Korea. This highlights an interaction between royalty and advanced technology in an international setting.crookwellgazette.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 15 ( VIDEO ) Princess Anne Honors Fallen British Soldiers in South Korea on 75th Anniversary of Imjin River BattlePrincess Anne honored fallen British soldiers in South Korea on the 75th anniversary of the Imjin River Battle. This event commemorates a historical military engagement and recognizes military personnel.ibtimes.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 14Princess Anne Meets K - Pop Band NMIXX During Visit to South KoreaPrincess Anne met with K-Pop band NMIXX during her visit to South Korea. This event highlights cultural diplomacy and royal engagements.townandcountrymag.com · United States
WORLDJul 14Anne visits South Korea to mark battle anniversaryAnne is currently visiting South Korea to commemorate the anniversary of a significant battle. This event highlights international remembrance and diplomatic engagement.illawarramercury.com.au · Australia
WORLDJul 14Anne visits South Korea to mark 75th anniversary of Battle of Imjin RiverAnne is visiting South Korea to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Imjin River. This event marks a historical milestone in international relations.sthelensstar.co.uk · United Kingdom
WORLDJul 14Anne visits South Korea to mark 75th anniversary of Battle of Imjin RiverAnne is visiting South Korea to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Imjin River. This marks a historical event with international significance.readingchronicle.co.uk · United Kingdom
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