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SK Hynix Icheon M16 Aerial. Semiconductor stocks led Korea’s rally. (Photo courtesy of SK hynix Newsroom)

Sep 12, 2025 AM EDT - Jason

Fed Rate Cut Hopes Push Asian Stocks Higher; Korea's KOSPI Nears Record

Asian equities rallied on Friday, as growing expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut fueled gains across the region. South Korea's KOSPI climbed nearly 0.9% in early trading, moving toward record levels, with semiconductor and technology firms leading the charge.

Hyundai (Courtesy of HMGMA - Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America)

Sep 10, 2025 PM EDT - Jason

South Korea and U.S. Explore New Visa Category for Korean Workers After Georgia Plant Raid

The fallout from last week's immigration raid at a Hyundai-LG battery plant in Georgia continues to ripple through diplomatic and business circles. More than 300 South Korean workers were among the 475 people detained,

Hyundai (Courtesy of HMGMA - Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America)

Sep 10, 2025 PM EDT - Jason

U.S. Immigration Raid at Hyundai–LG Georgia Plant: Repatriation Planned but Departure Still Unclear

Roughly 475 workers were detained during a large-scale immigration raid at a Hyundai-LG Energy Solution battery plant construction site in Georgia on September 4, more than 300 of them South Korean nationals. The South Korean government has prepared a charter flight to bring its citizens home, but the exact timing of the departure remains uncertain amid U.S. procedural delays.

Son Heung-min (from Official Insta)

Aug 01, 2025 PM EDT - Hannah

Son Heung-min Transfer News: LAFC Close to Signing Tottenham Captain After Europa League Victory

Los Angeles FC are in advanced talks to sign Tottenham captain Son Heung-min this summer, with the 33-year-old South Korean forward open to joining MLS after achieving his dream of winning the Europa League trophy with Spurs in May 2025.

Youtube 'Baek Jong-wone'

Nov 07, 2024 PM EST - Hugh Jung

Billionaire Chef Baek Jong-won Apologizes for Tongyeong Festival Shortcomings: A Lesson in Humility and Responsibility

Baek Jong-won, recently hailed as a "500 billion won stock rich person," found himself issuing a public apology for the shortcomings of the Tongyeong Seafood Festival.

Wikimedia Commons

Nov 07, 2024 AM EST - Hugh Jung

Son Heung-min Stunned as Tottenham Opts for One-Year Extension Option Over New Contract Negotiations

In a surprising development that has reportedly left Son Heung-min's camp shocked, Tottenham Hotspur has decided to exercise their one-year extension option on the South Korean captain's contract rather than engaging in negotiations for a new deal .

Makjang

Nov 05, 2024 PM EST - Hugh Jung

Korean Traditional Jang-Making Culture Receives UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Recognition

Traditional Korean fermentation art of "jang-making" is set to join UNESCO's prestigious Intangible Cultural Heritage list, marking South Korea's 23rd entry on the distinguished roster.

Wikimedia Commons

Oct 18, 2024 AM EDT - KP

Venezuela Turns to Jellyfish Exports as Economic Lifeline

In an unexpected twist of fate, Venezuela, a country once known for its oil wealth, is now looking to the sea for economic salvation – specifically, to jellyfish. The South American nation, grappling with a severe economic crisis, has found a potential solution in exporting edible jellyfish to South Korea.

Son Heung Min

Oct 17, 2024 AM EDT - Hugh Jung

Son Heung-min Linked with Potential Move from Tottenham to Barcelona

Son Heung-min, the 32-year-old captain of the Korean national team and Tottenham Hotspur star, has become the subject of transfer speculation, with reports suggesting he could leave Spurs for Spanish giants Barcelona

Son's Instagram

Oct 15, 2024 AM EDT - KP

Son posted a short message "Back Soon ♥"

Tottenham Hotspur fans have reason to be optimistic as captain Son Heung-min's return from injury appears imminent. The South Korean star has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, missing Tottenham's last three fixtures. However, recent updates suggest a comeback is on the horizon.

Han Kang

Oct 14, 2024 AM EDT - KP

'Han Kang syndrome', Korea Falls in Love with the Works of a Nobel Prize-Winning

'Han Kang syndrome', Korea Falls in Love with the Works of a Nobel Prize-Winning

Lee Jin-ho

Oct 14, 2024 AM EDT - KP

Lee Jin-Ho Confessed Illigal Online Gambling, "I'll ruin my life with wrong judgment... and pay for it."

Lee Jin-Ho Confessed Illigal Online Gambling, "I'll ruin my life with wrong judgment... and pay for it."

South Korea's President-Elect Yoon Seok Yeol

Mar 11, 2022 PM EST - Victoria Marian Belmis

U.S.: North Korea's Nuclear Threat Is Top Priority For Cooperation With SK President-elect Yoon Seok Yeol

The United States said that North Korea's nuclear and ballistic missile threat is at the forefront of cooperation with South Korean President-elect Yoon Seok Yeol.

South Koreans Rally In Support Of Ukraine

Feb 28, 2022 PM EST - Victoria Marian Belmis

European Union Faces Massive Refugee Crisis Again Due To Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

The European Union (EU) is preparing to receive another large-scale refugee.

Yuna Kim

Feb 16, 2022 PM EST - Victoria Marian Belmis

Yuna Kim Slams Decision To Allow Kamila Valieva To Compete After Doping Scandal

Currently, at the center of a doping scandal is Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva who was found to have tested positive for three drugs used to treat heart disease.

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