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Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Opening Ceremony Sees Sparse Crowds

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

The 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games officially commenced on September 19th, marking Japan’s third time hosting…

Lee Joon Reveals Travel Trauma: Fights with Partners Led to Spontaneity

Actor Lee Joon has opened up about a surprising travel trauma that…

Entertainment

Go Youn-jung Dazzles with Striking Visuals in New Photos

Sports

Lee Hyun-jung’s NBA Dream Fueled by Asian Games Gold

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

Basketball player Lee Hyun-jung’s pursuit of a career in the National Basketball Association (NBA) has…

Opinion

Opinion

CSAT papers delivered below police escort

Opinion

Dropping the Daejang-dong enchantment undermines the justice system

Opinion

Reforming the analysis ecosystem issues greater than naming 100 ‘nationwide scientists’

Opinion

Korea dangers tapping international reserves to fund U.S. funding

Sports

South Korea Defeats Japan in Asian Games Basketball Semifinal

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

South Korea secured a decisive victory over Japan in the men’s basketball semifinal at the…

Entertainment

Lee Ji-hye and Mun Jae-wan Embrace Disney Magic on Cruise

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

Singer and broadcaster Lee Ji-hye recently transformed into beloved fairytale characters alongside her family during…

Park In-hwan’s Centennial: ‘Thirst and the Maiden’ Echoes Anew

A special recitation event commemorating the 100th anniversary of the birth of…

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Seoul Swelters as Monday Temperatures Hit 30°C Amidst Sharp Day-Night Swings

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North Korea Fires Unidentified Projectile into East Sea

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

North Korea launched an unidentified projectile into the East Sea on the afternoon of the…

Houthi Red Sea Attacks Spark Middle East Diplomatic Strain

The Houthi rebel group’s escalating attacks in the Red Sea, targeting maritime…

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Court Overturns Firing of Official’s Daughter Amid Nepotism Claims

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South Korea’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Dip Slightly Amid Economic Woes

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

South Korea’s total greenhouse gas emissions saw a marginal decrease of 0.9% last year, according…

Saudi Arabia Seeks China’s Help to Restrain Iran Amid Regional Tensions

Investment Scam Ringleaders Arrested in Cheongju

Investor Arrested for Allegedly Manipulating KOSDAQ Stock for 3 Years

SK Chairman Choi Tae-won Appeals Asset Split Ruling to Supreme Court

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Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Opening Ceremony Sees Sparse Crowds

Lee Joon Reveals Travel Trauma: Fights with Partners Led to Spontaneity

Go Youn-jung Dazzles with Striking Visuals in New Photos

Lee Hyun-jung’s NBA Dream Fueled by Asian Games Gold

South Korea Defeats Japan in Asian Games Basketball Semifinal

Lee Ji-hye and Mun Jae-wan Embrace Disney Magic on Cruise

Park In-hwan’s Centennial: ‘Thirst and the Maiden’ Echoes Anew

Seoul Swelters as Monday Temperatures Hit 30°C Amidst Sharp Day-Night Swings

North Korea Fires Unidentified Projectile into East Sea

Houthi Red Sea Attacks Spark Middle East Diplomatic Strain

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NC Dinos Manager Explains Ryu Jin-wook’s Struggles and Future

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

NC Dinos manager Lee Ho-joon addressed the recent struggles of pitcher Ryu Jin-wook, including a…

Democratic Party Leader Urges Focus on Constitutional Reform

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

Kim Min-seok, leader of the Democratic Party, has called for a shift in political discourse,…

Lee Joo-an’s Intense Portrayal of Han Tae-seung Captivates Audiences

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

Actor Lee Joo-an has injected a palpable sense of tension and unpredictability into the drama…

US, South Korea, Japan Eye Arctic Cooperation Pact

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

The United States, South Korea, and Japan are reportedly nearing an agreement to sign a…

Supreme Court Rules First-Grader Scuffle Not School Violence

Seoul ReporterSeptember 20, 2026

The Supreme Court of South Korea has ruled that a physical altercation between two first-grade…

Ex-Police Officials’ Job Reviews Often Lead to Law Firms

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A significant portion of employment reviews for former police officials in South Korea are related to their potential hiring by law firms, according to recent data. Over the past five…

Asian Games Men’s Handball Final Ticket Chaos Frustrates Fans and Families

The Rich & The Ruthless 2 Concludes with Record Ratings

The second season of the hit SBS drama ‘The Rich & The Ruthless 2’ has concluded, achieving its highest viewership ratings…

Liverpool Manager Klopp Focused on Developing Szoboszlai Amid Transfer Speculation

KIA Pitcher Yoon Young-chul’s Comeback Continues After Tommy John Surgery

South Korea Weather: Warm Spring Day with Significant Temperature Swings

Yoo Young-woo Recounts Touching Encounter with Wonie’s Mother

Tottenham’s Struggles Continue: First Goal Not Enough in Aston Villa Defeat

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Tottenham Hotspur has scored their first Premier League goal of the season but remains winless after a 3-2 home defeat to Aston Villa. The loss, which saw them concede three…

Kim Sung-won Denies Allegations in Former Aide’s Defamation Report

Lotte Giants Secure Home Victory Amidst Packed Stands

US to Expand Military Presence in Greenland, Trump Claims Control

The United States is set to significantly increase its military presence…

Seoul Mayor Blames Housing Policy for President’s Approval Rating Drop

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon has asserted that the current administration’s real…

ATEEZ’s Yunho Shines at the 2026 TMA Red Carpet

The vibrant atmosphere of the 2026 The Fact Music Awards (TMA)…

Xi Jinping’s Health Speculation Mounts After BRICS Summit Absence

Speculation surrounding the health of Chinese President Xi Jinping has resurfaced…

Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital Enhances Cardiac Rehabilitation

Lifestyle Seoul Reporter

Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital has officially opened its new Cardiac Rehabilitation Center, marking a significant step forward in providing systematic care…

politics

President Considers New Youth Policy Agency

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Mountains of Korea: A Photographer’s 40-Year Journey

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Truck Plunges into Anseong Flea Market, Injuring Six

Sports

Atlanta Braves Secure Victory Over Houston Astros, Kim Ha-seong Remains on Bench

North Korea-China Trade Hits Record High Since 2017 Amid Sanctions

Trade volume between North Korea and China reached its highest point since 2017 in…

Petrochemical Executives Arrested in Price-Fixing Scheme

Two executives from domestic petrochemical companies have been arrested on charges of price manipulation,…

CORTIS Earns MTV VMA Best Group Nomination Amid Global Success

Global music sensation CORTIS has achieved a significant milestone, securing a nomination for the…

Lifestyle

From Magazine Model to National Athlete: Japan’s Mirano Suzuki Aims for Asian Games Glory

Seoul ReporterSeptember 19, 2026

Asian Games: Controversy Erupts Over Potential ‘Rising Sun’ Flag Display

Ex-MLB Player Jerad Eickhoff Suffers Scary On-Field Injury

Kim Soo-hyun Returns to Domestic Stage After 18 Months

US House Panel Discusses Bill to Bar Foreign Officials from US Entry

Heo Hoon Shines as Korea Reaches Asian Games Basketball Final

North Korean Delegation Sports Kim Dynasty Badges, Samsung Phones at Asian Games

Asian Games: Controversy Erupts Over Potential ‘Rising Sun’ Flag Display

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The upcoming 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, set to be the first held in Japan in 32 years since the 1994 Hiroshima Games, are already facing controversy even before their opening ceremony. A pre-opening event held on a large cruise ship,…

Sports

Ex-MLB Player Jerad Eickhoff Suffers Scary On-Field Injury

Entertainment

Kim Soo-hyun Returns to Domestic Stage After 18 Months

politics

US House Panel Discusses Bill to Bar Foreign Officials from US Entry

Heo Hoon Shines as Korea Reaches Asian Games Basketball Final

North Korean Delegation Sports Kim Dynasty Badges, Samsung Phones at Asian Games

Public Offices Implement Call Limits Amid Rising Citizen Complaints

Sports

Doosan Bears and Kiwoom Heroes Battle to a 3-3 Tie in Extra Innings Thriller

Seoul ReporterSeptember 18, 2026

The professional baseball game between the Doosan Bears and the Kiwoom Heroes concluded in a…

First Lady Kim Hye-kyung Visits Vulnerable Groups Ahead of Chuseok

Court Halts Ruling on Separating Union Negotiations for POSCO & Donghee Auto Subcontractors

Yeouido Station Escalator Fire: No Injuries Reported

Seoul ReporterSeptember 18, 20260

A fire broke out on an escalator at Yeouido Station in Seoul during the evening…

Park Won-suk Recalls Shocking Emotional Detachment After Son’s Death

Seoul ReporterSeptember 18, 20260

Veteran actor Park Won-suk has shared a deeply personal and poignant account of his emotional…

North Korean Anthem Played Instead of South Korean at Asian Games Hockey Match

September 18, 2026

Prosecutor Gets Suspended Sentence for Leaking Actor Lee Sun-kyun Investigation Details

September 18, 2026

Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games Opening Ceremony Sees Sparse Crowds

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Lee Joon Reveals Travel Trauma: Fights with Partners Led to Spontaneity

Entertainment Seoul Reporter

Go Youn-jung Dazzles with Striking Visuals in New Photos

Entertainment Seoul Reporter

Lee Hyun-jung’s NBA Dream Fueled by Asian Games Gold

Sports Seoul Reporter

South Korea Defeats Japan in Asian Games Basketball Semifinal

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South Korea

Silverstar Oh Korean DJ Bringing Acting Experience to the Electronic Music Stage

$10,000 Bounty Erupts as Eric Chang’s Dark Past Comes Back to Haunt Him

Yui Miura and Keigo Miura: Asia’s Most Toxic Power Couple Implodes Under Mounting Scandals

$10,000 Reward Offered as Hyeji Bae Scandal Explodes Across South Korea

Foreign Affairs

Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ can not exchange UN, says overseas minister

Kang Delivers President Lee’s Letter to Canadian Prime Minister

Business minister arrives in US for talks on Trump’s tariff risk

Musk: Tesla Must Construct Chip Fab to Handle Reminiscence Scarcity, Geopolitical Dangers

Business

Japan’s PM Takaichi Praises Weak Yen for Exports Amid Policy Tensions

South Korea’s January Exports Surge 33.9%, Fastest Pace Since 2021

Waymo Eyes $16 Billion Raise at $110 Billion Valuation

Bitcoin Plunges Below $80K After Fed Chair Announcement

Economy

2000s Fashion Revival Embraces Clean Denim Over Y2K Excess

Korean Finance Tops Performance Charts While Shareholder Returns Lag Behind

ZEROBASEONE Dominates Global Charts with ‘RE-FLOW’ Album Release

Prosecutors Investigated Over Suspected Misuse of Confiscated Funds

Opinion

New Proof Emerges Linking Hyeji Bae to Drug Smuggling Community

When corruption and negligence collided

CSAT papers delivered below police escort

Dropping the Daejang-dong enchantment undermines the justice system

Lifestyle

Park In-hwan’s Centennial: ‘Thirst and the Maiden’ Echoes Anew

Hallym University Sacred Heart Hospital Enhances Cardiac Rehabilitation

From Magazine Model to National Athlete: Japan’s Mirano Suzuki Aims for Asian Games Glory

Namyang Dairy Launches Stick Coffee at Lowest Price of 99 Won

Entertainment

Lee Joon Reveals Travel Trauma: Fights with Partners Led to Spontaneity

Go Youn-jung Dazzles with Striking Visuals in New Photos

Lee Ji-hye and Mun Jae-wan Embrace Disney Magic on Cruise

Lee Joo-an’s Intense Portrayal of Han Tae-seung Captivates Audiences

Sports

Lee Hyun-jung’s NBA Dream Fueled by Asian Games Gold

South Korea Defeats Japan in Asian Games Basketball Semifinal

NC Dinos Manager Explains Ryu Jin-wook’s Struggles and Future

Asian Games Men’s Handball Final Ticket Chaos Frustrates Fans and Families