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Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Indicted Over Illegal Political Funds
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Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Indicted Over Illegal Political Funds

A South Korean special counsel has indicted former President Yoon Suk Yeol for allegedly receiving illegal political funds valued at $186,000 during his campaign.

South Korea Vows 'Decisive' Action to Prop Up Tumbling Won
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South Korea Vows 'Decisive' Action to Prop Up Tumbling Won

South Korea's finance ministry has signaled decisive intervention to support the falling won. The move comes as investors shift funds abroad, raising concerns about market stability.

South Korea's Population Mobility Hits 51-Year Low for November
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South Korea's Population Mobility Hits 51-Year Low for November

South Korea's population mobility in November 2025 dropped to a 51-year low, reflecting a sluggish housing market and demographic shifts, while the exodus from Seoul continues.

South Korea's Births Rise for 16th Straight Month, But Demographic Crisis Looms Large
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South Korea's Births Rise for 16th Straight Month, But Demographic Crisis Looms Large

South Korea's childbirths rose for the 16th consecutive month in October 2025, but the growth rate is slowing. Despite a 7-year high in marriages, the total population continued to decline as deaths outpaced births, with the fertility rate at a critically low 0.81.

Shinhan Card Says Employees Leaked Data of 190,000 Merchants
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Shinhan Card Says Employees Leaked Data of 190,000 Merchants

Shinhan Card reports a data leak affecting over 190,000 merchant operators, caused by internal employees seeking to boost sales performance. No sensitive financial data was compromised. Learn about the scope and the company's response.

Yasukuni Shrine: South Korean Families Sue Japan in Landmark Case Over WWII Conscripts
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Yasukuni Shrine: South Korean Families Sue Japan in Landmark Case Over WWII Conscripts

In a historic first, families of Korean WWII conscripts have filed a lawsuit in a Seoul court against Japan and the Yasukuni Shrine, seeking removal of names and $593,700 in damages over historical grievances.

Yoon Suk Yeol Denies Sending Drones to North Korea as Pretext for Martial Law
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Yoon Suk Yeol Denies Sending Drones to North Korea as Pretext for Martial Law

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol denies allegations he sent drones into North Korea to create a pretext for martial law, citing a phone call with Donald Trump as part of his defense.

Innospace Rocket Crashes 30 Seconds After Liftoff in Brazil, Halting South Korea's First Commercial Satellite Launch
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Innospace Rocket Crashes 30 Seconds After Liftoff in Brazil, Halting South Korea's First Commercial Satellite Launch

South Korean startup Innospace's Hanbit-Nano rocket, the country's first commercial orbital launch attempt, crashed 30 seconds after liftoff in Brazil.

South Korean Ruling Party Leader Apologizes Over Free Hotel Stay From Korean Air
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South Korean Ruling Party Leader Apologizes Over Free Hotel Stay From Korean Air

South Korea's ruling party floor leader, Rep. Kim Byung-ki, has apologized after a report revealed he accepted free hotel accommodation from Korean Air while overseeing its merger.

South Korea Sets $21 Billion Annual Food Export Target for 2030, Riding K-Culture Wave
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South Korea Sets $21 Billion Annual Food Export Target for 2030, Riding K-Culture Wave

South Korea's government has announced a comprehensive strategy to boost annual food exports to $21 billion by 2030, leveraging the global popularity of K-culture. The plan includes targeted product strategies, educational initiatives, and cultural integration.

KOSPI Hits 3-Day High as Foreigners Bet AI Fears Are Overblown
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KOSPI Hits 3-Day High as Foreigners Bet AI Fears Are Overblown

South Korea's KOSPI rose for a third day, driven by foreign buying as AI valuation fears eased. Shipbuilding stocks surged on reports of a new naval deal with the U.S.

South Korea Launches "Major Crisis" Task Force to Probe Coupang Data Breach Affecting 33.7M Users
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South Korea Launches "Major Crisis" Task Force to Probe Coupang Data Breach Affecting 33.7M Users

The South Korean government has formed a multi-agency task force, including the national spy agency, to investigate a massive data breach at Coupang affecting 33.7 million users, calling it a 'major social crisis.'