
North Korea says it simulated nuclear strike on South
South Korea reports missiles landing in the sea after the North says it launched two.
2023-08-31 07:54

South Korea's factory output misses forecast, retail sales plunge
SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korea's factory output missed market expectations in July and fell by the most in five months, official
2023-08-31 07:48

Only one third of young South Koreans feel positively about marriage, survey finds
It's no secret young South Koreans are increasingly shunning marriage and parenthood -- the country's steeply falling birth rate is clear evidence of that.
2023-08-30 11:45

South Korea exports to extend downturn amid worsening China outlook: Reuters poll
By Jihoon Lee SEOUL South Korea's exports likely fell in August for an 11th consecutive month, a Reuters
2023-08-30 09:23

South Korea focuses on fiscal discipline with smallest budget increase in two decades
By Jihoon Lee SEOUL South Korea's government plans to raise budget spending to nearly $497 billion for 2024,
2023-08-29 10:26

North Korea: Country eases Covid rules to let in citizens stuck abroad
Many North Koreans were stranded overseas after the country shut its borders in early 2020 to keep Covid out.
2023-08-28 15:17

This country is finally reopening after Covid. But it still requires a one-week quarantine
North Korea has announced it will allow its citizens living abroad to return home in an easing of its coronavirus-era border controls. But it will still require them to do a one-week quarantine.
2023-08-27 12:55

Blackswan: The K-pop girl group with no Korean members
The multinational girl group has sparked a debate about whether they can truly be considered K-pop.
2023-08-27 08:17

Indian Steel Tycoon Jindal Seeks Tariff on Imports
Indian steel tycoon Sajjan Jindal wants the government to counter American tariffs and Europe’s carbon tax with a
2023-08-26 14:15

China country profile
Provides an overview of China, including key dates and facts about this Asian country.
2023-08-25 23:45

Fukushima: China retaliates as Japan releases treated nuclear water
The controversial discharge of treated nuclear water sparks an outcry and a seafood ban from China.
2023-08-24 17:49

North Korea's second spy satellite launch fails
It appears the rocket carrying the satellite flew further than during the previous attempt.
2023-08-24 17:22