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South Korean prosecutors have charged six journalists working for a business daily newspaper alongside two others for orchestrating an elaborate stock price manipulation scheme that netted them over 9 billion won in unlawful gains between 2020 and 2024.
South Korean dessert brand Tokyo Berry faces mounting accusations of copying Japan's established Tokyo Banana confectionery, with department store partnerships cancelled amid public backlash and social media comparisons.
South Korea has recorded its highest temperature since records began in 1904, with Yangsan reaching 42.5°C on Sunday. The extreme heat wave has triggered emergency government operations and raised concerns about further temperature increases.
South Korea's Acting Prosecutor General Koo Ja-hyeon resigned Friday following parliament's passage of legislation that removes the prosecution's direct investigative powers, a major shift in the country's criminal justice framework.
South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun has been exonerated in an investigation into allegations that he violated the country's Child Welfare Act. Seoul police determined there was no basis to forward the case to prosecutors.
Ahmad Shah Ahmad Ros, a 26-year-old Malaysian, was buried at Bandar Tasik Puteri Muslim Cemetery following his death from a stabbing incident in South Korea last Saturday night.
South Korea has established a specialized government unit to combat AI-generated pornographic deepfakes, removing over 318,000 illegal images last year. The country leads global efforts to support victims through legal aid and trauma counselling.
A man in his 90s has been indicted in South Korea for allegedly strangling his wife during a domestic dispute. The incident has renewed concerns about violence in elderly relationships and access to justice.
South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung has categorically ruled out a second term, with his chief of staff dismissing recent speculation about constitutional revision that would allow incumbent presidents to seek reelection.
South Korea's foreign ministry has confirmed no South Korean citizens were injured in a magnitude 7.1 earthquake that struck Japan this week, with Seoul maintaining close coordination with Japanese authorities.
South Korea's defence ministry has unveiled a draft bill to establish the legal framework for building nuclear-powered submarines under the Jang Bogo N project, with US backing and strict nonproliferation safeguards.
South Korea is experiencing an unprecedented heat wave, with Busan recording its hottest temperature since 1904 and Yangsan reaching 40.3°C. The Korea Meteorological Administration attributes the extreme conditions to overlapping pressure systems and warns the heat will persist for another week.
A Seoul court has upheld a one-month pay cut for a dance company manager who told a female colleague she was the 'pretty one' who should sit next to the company president, ruling the comment amounted to sexual harassment and workplace misconduct.
An AI weathercaster's revealing outfit has ignited widespread debate in South Korea over how women are portrayed in broadcasting, highlighting concerns about gender bias as media organisations increasingly deploy artificial intelligence.
South Korea will enforce harsher penalties for overcharging tourists in accommodation and transport sectors from August, including business suspensions and taxi licence revocations, signalling the government's commitment to consumer protection.
A Malaysian citizen has been arrested by South Korean police following a fatal stabbing that occurred during an altercation. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety for nationals abroad.
Incheon Airport in Seoul is enhancing security measures after repeated queue-jumping incidents by Chinese traders known as daigou. The airport plans additional barriers and stricter enforcement to prevent disruptions and protect staff safety.
A Malaysian national died in a street altercation involving foreign nationals in South Korea's North Chungcheong Province early Sunday. Another Malaysian has been arrested in connection with the incident, raising concerns about safety among overseas Malaysians.
Eight people, including five elderly residents from a nearby senior centre, sustained injuries in a suspected arson attack at an apartment management office in Gyeongsan, South Korea, on Thursday morning.
The United States has finalised tariffs of up to 12.5 percent on South Korea, Japan and dozens of other trading partners over forced labour concerns, following investigations into 60 economies.
South Korean investigators have raided the National Election Commission headquarters as part of an expanding inquiry into ballot shortages and alleged data manipulation during June's local elections.
South Korea and ASEAN have launched fresh partnership initiatives spanning artificial intelligence, cultural industries, and maritime safety, building on their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership vision amid regional shifts.
A Seoul Michelin-starred restaurant owner faces up to one year imprisonment after prosecutors accused him of illegally serving black ants imported from Thailand and the US as a sorbet garnish.
South Korea's Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan is visiting Washington this week to meet senior US officials and discuss trade, investment, and energy cooperation. The trip comes as Seoul prepares for potential additional US tariffs linked to a forced labour investigation.
South Korea's foreign ministry disclosed a significant data breach at a government training academy that exposed records of approximately 10,000 diplomats, both active and retired, though sensitive personal details appear unaffected.
A major fire at a Coupang warehouse in Incheon, South Korea has been brought under initial control after burning for 61 hours. The blaze forced the evacuation of hundreds of residents and required deployment of over 800 firefighters.
South Korea's plan to build a major AI chip manufacturing complex in its southwest region by 2030 is confronting significant local opposition over massive power and water infrastructure requirements, threatening the ambitious project's timeline.
South Korean authorities have raided the National Election Commission as part of a corruption investigation into former chief Roh Tae-ak, who allegedly concealed his wife's participation in overseas business trips and misappropriated commission resources.
Busan will host the UNESCO World Heritage Committee's annual session this week, marking the first time South Korea has organised the gathering since joining the convention in 1988. Over 3,000 global delegates are expected.
Heavy overnight rainfall across Seoul and eastern Gangwon Province has inundated hundreds of homes and roads, prompted evacuation of nearly 100 people, and forced the shutdown of major tourist attractions including 10 national parks.
South Korea has formally revoked its highest science award from stem cell researcher Hwang Woo-suk after his landmark 2004 research was found to be fraudulent. The decision comes after a court invalidated a prior 2020 revocation.
South Korean police came within 2 metres of a naked, blood-covered murder suspect but failed to detain him, according to surveillance footage released Monday. The blunder has triggered criticism of the police response.
A group of Chinese tourists acted swiftly to prevent disaster when a bus driver lost consciousness on a Seoul highway, seizing control of the vehicle and performing CPR in a coordinated rescue effort that saved 20 passengers from harm.
South Korea has launched its first prosecution against someone using AI-powered glasses to cheat on a national qualification exam, prompting officials to consider stricter rules and penalties.
A South Korean court has temporarily suspended the Fair Trade Commission's April decision to designate Coupang founder Kim Bom as the e-commerce group's controlling entity, citing irreparable harm to the company and granting an injunction pending resolution of the main lawsuit.
South Korea's stock exchange activated an automatic circuit breaker on Monday after the KOSPI benchmark index fell sharply, marking the seventh such halt this year amid escalating US-Iran tensions.
South Korea's former President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to two years imprisonment after a Seoul court found him guilty of violating campaign finance laws by accepting free political polling services worth millions of won during his 2021-2022 presidential campaign.
Kim Ha-soo, former chief of Cheongdo county in South Korea's southeast, was found dead on a mountain while under investigation for corruption charges including receipt of illegal payments.
A South Korean middle school student has filed a government petition urging stricter controls on in-flight entertainment, citing exposure to violent and sexually explicit content that affected both them and their younger sibling.
A South Korean appellate court has increased the prison sentence of a Chinese father to 22 years for beating his 14-year-old daughter to death. The Suwon High Court rejected arguments that the killing was impulsive or justified by discipline.
South Korea has enacted stricter penalties for online misinformation, including fines up to 1 billion won. Critics warn the vague law could stifle press freedom and encourage self-censorship in the nation.
South Korea's Supreme Court has upheld a seven-year prison sentence for former president Yoon Suk Yeol over his 2024 martial law declaration, which triggered a major political crisis. The ruling is final.
South Korea's highest court will rule Thursday on charges against former president Yoon Suk Yeol stemming from his botched martial law declaration and the subsequent civil unrest that followed.
South Korea's Supreme Court has green-lit live broadcasting of its verdict in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's obstruction of justice case, overruling his legal team's concerns about fair trial rights.
A nurse assistant in Seoul was arrested for self-administering the anaesthetic drug propofol on her first day at a dermatology clinic, found in a syringe discarded in a waste bin. The arrest underscores growing concerns about medical narcotics misuse in South Korea.
South Korean entertainment firm Ador has disclosed audio recordings and contractual documents it claims prove former chief executive Min Hee-jin orchestrated girl group NewJeans' departure from the agency, intensifying their ongoing legal dispute.
South Korean K-pop star G-Dragon has been appointed honorary ambassador for the 48th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in Busan, which runs from July 19-29. The singer will promote a global campaign called 'Heritage in Peace' aimed at protecting world heritage sites.
South Korean authorities are investigating a police officer who tried to board a domestic flight carrying live ammunition without a firearm. The officer allegedly received the rounds from a recently retired colleague.
South Korean authorities have sought an arrest warrant for an octogenarian accused of stabbing a stylist and customer at a beauty salon in Geoje on July 2. The suspect claimed dissatisfaction with his haircut but police believe the attack was premeditated.
South Korea has postponed the maiden launch of its Mir solid-fuel space rocket, scheduled for Tuesday off Jeju Island, citing safety concerns identified during final preparation checks.
Theborn Korea has terminated its franchise agreement with a Paik's Coffee outlet in Cheongju after the owner extorted a teenage part-time worker, threatening her college prospects over allegations of stealing three drinks worth minimal value.
A Seoul court has sentenced former South Korean first lady Kim Keon Hee to seven years imprisonment for accepting approximately 300 million won in luxury gifts—including jewellery and designer items—in return for securing government positions and business favours.
South Korea has introduced a mobile application enabling stalking victims to monitor suspected perpetrators wearing electronic ankle monitors in real-time, addressing gaps in existing protective measures.
SK Hynix is pursuing a landmark $29 billion ADR listing on Nasdaq to fund production expansion in memory chips critical to artificial intelligence, positioning itself ahead of Samsung as South Korea's most valuable company.