taking South Korea’s total to 15,761, the fifth consecutive day of triple-digit increases after several weeks with numbers generally in the 30s and 40s. Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun said 12 high-risk …
The Latest: Virus spreading quickly in South Korea capital
South Korea has reported 246 new cases of the coronavirus, its fifth consecutive day of a triple-digit increase, as the virus continues to spread quickly in …
North Korea to hold key party meeting amid economic woes
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea will open a high-profile political conference on Wednesday to discuss unspecified “crucial” issues as it struggles to keep afloat a sanctions-ravaged economy hit …
South Korea Outbreak Grows; Manila Eases Lockdown: Virus Update
Hard-hit U.S. states including Arizona, California and Florida showed signs that their outbreaks are easing after a summer surge. A flareup in South Korea continued to grow, with 246 more cases …
North Korea quiet as U.S., South Korea exercises to resume
North Korea said soldiers were deployed to assist the villagers with cleanup efforts. Ri Il Hwan, identified as a vice chairman of the Workers’ Party’s central committe …
Controversial pastor tests positive for COVID-19 in South Korea
A controversial South Korean pastor tested positive for COVID-19 after participating in an anti-government mass rally on Saturday.
South Korea Faces New Spike In COVID-19 After Months Of Low Infection Rates
Officials believe church gatherings in the greater Seoul region are largely responsible for a sudden increase in COVID-19 infections. South Korea had been praised for its control of the virus.
South Korea Pastor Tests Positive Amid Virus Spike at Church
A conservative South Korean pastor who has been a bitter critic of the country’s president has tested positive for the coronavirus.
Asia Today: South Koreans urged to stay home as cases jump
South Korea counted its fourth straight day of triple-digit increases in new coronavirus cases as the government urged people to stay home and curb travel …
South Korea’s Outbreak, Belarus Protests, Kamala Harris: Your Monday Briefing
Good morning. We’re covering a coronavirus outbreak linked to a church in South Korea, Kamala Harris’s family ties in India and the growing protests in Belarus. Health officials are rushing to test …