Shin Hyun-song’s nomination is widely viewed as a step to strengthen macro-financial oversight at a time when South Korea’s sensitivity to capital flows is rising Read more at The Business Times.
BTS kicks off global tour with South Korea concert
Local reports estimate that roughly 40,000 people gathered across central Seoul to watch K-pop band BTS reunite.
Fire at South Korean auto parts factory injures at least 55
A fire at an auto parts factory in South Korea’s central city of Daejeon injured at least 55 people on Friday, with officials warning the toll could rise.
BTS concert in South Korea to herald stream of live events, Netflix says
By Jihoon Lee and Minwoo Park SEOUL, March 20 (Reuters) – U.S. streaming platform Netflix anticipates more opportunities for live events in South Korea, a company official said on Friday, as it …
Baby Dinosaur Fossil Found in South Korea Is Part of a Newly Discovered Species
A newly identified dinosaur species is offering scientists a rare glimpse into prehistoric life. According to Tech Explorist and a Texas Standard interview, researchers from the University of Texas at …
South Korea flags uncertainty from Qatar LNG plant damage, but downplays supply concerns
By Hyunjoo Jin SEOUL, March 20 (Reuters) – South Korean authorities said on Friday that Iranian attacks on Qatar’s energy facilities raise uncertainty, but downplayed concerns about disruption to its …
South Korea considers importing Russian oil, naphtha, Industry Ministry says
By Heejin Kim SEOUL, March 19 (Reuters) – South Korea’s government is discussing with companies the possibility of importing Russian crude oil and naphtha, Seoul’s Industry Ministry said, as …
K-drama Mad Concrete Dreams takes aim at South Korea’s property obsession
Actor Ha Jung-woo says the black comedy offers a reality check on building-owner dream. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Will South Korea’s epic bull market survive the energy shock?
I N HIS VICTORIOUS campaign for South Korea’s presidency last spring, Lee Jae-myung ran on the promise of “KOSPI 5,000”. As election pledges go, it was admirably specific. I …
Shinsegae builds South Korea’s largest AI data center
Shinsegae, a major South Korean retail conglomerate, has partnered with a U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) startup to build a 250MW (megawatt) ultra-large AI data center in South Korea. This marks …