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WORLDOct 18‘Outrageous’: Taiwan Mandopop band member allegedly assaulted by South Korean diver underwaterPalau authorities are investigating an alleged underwater attack by a South Korean divemaster on Taiwanese musician Devon Song and his Bangladeshi divemaster. Song, a member of the music group Nan Quan Mama, posted on social media that he and his divemaster, Sobuj Patwary, were attacked by a South Korean divemaster known as “Romeo”. Song said they were diving at Siaes Corner, a popular site west of Koror, when Romeo suddenly charged at them from below, about 25 metres underwater. Romeo allegedly...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 17Former US ambassador says South Korea prosecuted him over speech made on American soilAmbassador Morse Tan faces trial in South Korea over comments he made about crimes allegedly committed by its president, claims Korean authorities have refuted.Fox News World
BUSINESSOct 17Semiconductor market to remain solid ‘at least through next year,’ South Korea finance minister saysSouth Korea's finance minister said semiconductor growth can last at least through 2027 as supply remains tight despite a global chip sell-off.CNBC
POLITICSOct 17Mexico seeks to match tariff relief achieved by South Korea with the U.S.Mexico seeks to match automotive tariffs with South Korea after the 25% tariff imposed by the U.S., which affects its key industry. Mexican exports to the U.S. exceed $872 billion; Ebrard proposes aligning tariffs to facilitate T-MEC revisions.Clarín
POLITICSOct 16«Seoul will not choose a side»: Ukraine and South Korea clash under Pyongyang's gazeDÉCRYPTAGE - Lee Jae-myung et Volodymyr Zelensky s’affrontent sur le sort de prisonniers de guerre nord-coréens.Le Figaro International
MILITARYOct 16South Korean lasers down three drones in Army demo, Hanwha saysHanwha Systems laser weapons shot down target drones during a South Korean Army demonstration, the company said.Defense News
MILITARYOct 16South Korean lasers down three drones in Army demo, Hanwha saysHanwha Systems laser weapons shot down target drones during a South Korean Army demonstration, the company said.Military Times
MILITARYOct 16South Korea reviews expanding military mission in Middle East , report saysA report indicates that South Korea is considering expanding its military mission in the Middle East. This potential move could alter military dynamics in the region.arynews.tv · Pakistan
WORLDOct 16Suspect held after stabbing spree in South Korean supermarketheraldglobe.com · United States
WORLDBREAKINGOct 16Suspect held after stabbing spree in South Korean supermarketirishsun.com · Ireland
BUSINESSOct 15A tech sell - off drags Asian stocks lower as markets in South Korea and Japan sinkA significant tech sell-off is causing Asian stock markets, particularly in South Korea and Japan, to decline. This reflects a notable trend in global financial markets affecting regional economies.mankatofreepress.com · United States
BUSINESSOct 15South Korea shares test 200-day moving average for first time in 17 monthsSouth Korean shares are testing a key financial indicator for the first time in over a year, which could signal a significant market trend. This development is notable for market analysts and investors tracking economic performance.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDOct 15South Korean boss jailed for shooting industrial air gun into Thai worker’s anusA South Korean manufacturing company owner accused of severely injuring a migrant worker by firing high-pressure air from an industrial air gun into his body has been sentenced to three years in prison. Judge Koo Na-young of the Suwon district court on Thursday sentenced the owner of a metal-cleaning company, a man in his 60s identified only as A, to three years in prison on charges of aggravated bodily injury and violations of the Labour Standards Act. The court dismissed the case against A’s...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 15Ex-CIA analyst accused of spying for South Korea escapes trial in stunning DOJ dealThe U.S. Justice Department has agreed not to prosecute a former CIA analyst who was accused of serving as a secret agent for South Korea’s intelligence serviceThe Independent World
BUSINESSOct 15Asia markets in red: South Korea and Japan lead deep tech selloff; Japan industrial output revised downAsian markets are experiencing a decline, led by a deep tech selloff in South Korea and Japan, compounded by a downward revision of industrial output in Japan, signaling economic challenges in the region.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDOct 15South Korea’s offender tracking under scrutiny after stabbing spree exposes ‘serious gaps’A stabbing rampage by a repeat violent offender wearing an electronic ankle monitor has raised questions about whether South Korea’s system can adequately supervise those deemed high-risk and prevent attacks before they happen. The 59-year-old suspect told investigators he had become frustrated over what he perceived as mistreatment at a hospital, police said on Wednesday. Three criminal profilers were helping investigators establish the motive for Tuesday’s attack at a shopping centre in...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSOct 14South Korean carmaker Hyundai plans 'strategic' investment of $15.5 billion in India by 2032Korean car company Hyundai says India is a strategic core marketCNBC
WORLDOct 13South Korea shopping centre stabbing leaves 8 injuredSouth China Morning Post
WORLDOct 13At least 8 people injured in supermarket stabbing in South Korea's IncheonJapan Today
POLITICSBREAKINGOct 12South Korea Recalls Ambassador, Demands Public Apology From UkraineA diplomatic rift is growing after a North Korean prisoner transfer that Kyiv revealed against Seoul’s wishes.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 12Can South Korea and Ukraine resolve their diplomatic spat over North Korean POWs?Seoul and Kyiv are trading accusations after the transfer of two North Korean POWs to South Korea. The South insists the move was to be kept secret as it seeks to avoid antagonizing Pyongyang.DW News [en]
MILITARYOct 12South Korea reviews military service exemptions for athletes and artistsSouth Korea is reviewing plans to reduce or abolish military service exemptions for athletes and artists, while officials say female conscription is not under consideration.koreajoongangdaily_joins · south korea
MILITARYOct 12South Korea opens first military AI transformation base for defense robotsSouth Korea’s Defense Ministry has opened its first military AI transformation base in Pangyo to train humanoid and multi-legged robots for hazardous logistics, bomb disposal and land mine removal.koreajoongangdaily_joins · south korea
BUSINESSOct 12South Korea hails success of its first Arctic shipping trialA South Korean container ship has returned from a trial voyage through the Arctic, testing an alternative route opened by melting sea ice as conflict in the Middle East disrupts global shipping. The PanStar Acro made the round trip to Europe in less time than the conventional route through the Suez Canal, officials said. The initiative has drawn concerns that increased traffic could accelerate Arctic ice loss. The Arctic route could also expose operators to sanctions-related risks because it...South China Morning Post