Tragic Overpass Collapse in Seoul Leaves Two Dead and Four Injured
Two people were killed and four others injured following the collapse of an overpass during demolition work in Seoul, South Korea.
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ROK President and Chinese Vice Premier Meet in Seoul to Bolster Strategic Ties
President Lee Jae Myung of the ROK and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng met in Seoul to advance bilateral ties and implement a new chapter of strategic cooperation.
South Korean Appeals Court Reduces Former PM Han Duck-soo’s Sentence to 15 Years
A South Korean appeals court in Seoul has reduced former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo’s sentence to 15 years over crimes linked to the 2024 martial law declaration.
Tradition Meets Technology: South Korea Debuts First Humanoid Robot Monk
South Korea’s Jogye Temple in Seoul unveils Gabi, the nation’s first humanoid robot monk, blending ancient Buddhist tradition with modern robotics.
Tragedy in Seoul: Judge in Former First Lady’s Appeals Trial Found Dead
A South Korean judge overseeing the corruption appeals trial of former first lady Kim Keon-hee was found dead near the Seoul High Court early Wednesday.
Investigators Confront Soldiers to Arrest Impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol in Seoul
South Korean investigators confronted soldiers inside the presidential residence in Seoul as they attempted to arrest impeached President Yoon Suk-yeol.
Rival Protests Erupt in Seoul Over Suspended President Yoon Suk-yeol
Rival protests supporting and opposing suspended South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol erupted in Seoul, reflecting deep divisions following his impeachment over a brief declaration of martial law.
Canada Dominates Day 2 of Short Track Speed Skating World Cup with Three Golds
Canadian skaters dominated Day 2 of the Short Track Speed Skating World Cup in Seoul, capturing three golds and two silvers across four events.
Political Turmoil Grips South Korea as President Faces Impeachment
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol faces impeachment as political turmoil intensifies. With the resignation of Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun, the nation awaits a pivotal vote by lawmakers.
Asia News Wrap: 5 Dead in South Korean Cold Snap, and More
South Korea faces a deadly cold snap with five fatalities, while Seoul experiences its heaviest snowfall on record. Catch up on stories from around Asia you may have missed this week.
Chinese Athletes Sweep Speed Events at Climbing World Cup in Seoul
Chinese climbers Wang Xinshang and Zhou Yafei claimed their first IFSC World Cup titles, winning the men’s and women’s speed events in Seoul.
South Korea Endures Record-Breaking Streak of Tropical Nights
South Korea is experiencing an unprecedented heat wave, with Seoul and Busan breaking records for consecutive tropical nights as temperatures remain above 25°C overnight.
Life in Seoul’s East Gate Market Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Amid the COVID-19 outbreak in South Korea, local entrepreneur Chen Zeyu explores Seoul’s East Gate market, revealing how daily life continues under the shadow of the pandemic.