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South Korea's Lee says he urged China to help curb Pyongyang's nuclear programme

Lee's visit this week was the first by a South Korean leader to China in six years, with Seoul seeking a reset in relations with its largest trading partner as well as help with the North.

Euronews

Meet Brewmaster Yun, the Black Spoon Finalist to Watch on 'Culinary Class Wars' Season 2

We're booking our next trip to Seoul to visit her tavern.

Marie Claire

South Korean president grins in selfies with China’s Xi as part of four-day charm offensive

Xi frames South Korea and China as historic allies against Japanese militarism

The Independent UK

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BTS spark global frenzy with dramatic comeback launch in the heart of Seoul

BTS have officially kicked off the countdown to their long awaited full group comeback, and they have done it in a way

The Fashion Central

BTS Jung Kook Stalker Case Grows as Brazilian Fan Faces Third Arrest

A Brazilian fan has been arrested for a third time for allegedly stalking BTS star Jung Kook, raising fresh concerns over celebrity safety in Seoul.

International Business Times UK

I Credit These Under-$100 K-Beauty Serums for My Glassy, Bouncy Skin

No trip to Seoul needed.

Marie Claire

Prominent South Korean movie star Ahn Sung-ki has died, hospital says

A Seoul hospital says prominent South Korean movie star Ahn Sung-ki has died

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Asian shares trade mixed with some exchanges closed ahead of the New Year

Major Asian stock markets, including Tokyo and Seoul, are closed for the yearend and New Year’s holidays, while trading was mixed in those bourses that remained open

The Independent UK

North Korea Escalates Nuke Threat with Cruise Missile Tests, Submarine Debut

North Korea tests long-range cruise missiles under Kim Jong-un, advancing nuclear deterrence amid submarine development, raising regional security concerns.

International Business Times UK

South Korea’s climate pledge to cut coal, lower emissions clash with US push for LNG purchases

South Korea is chasing a coal-free future in efforts to slash carbon emissions, an ambitious goal for the fossil fuel-dependent country

The Independent UK

Bianca Censori's Bizarre Art Exhibition Sparks Urgent 'Subjugation' Fears, Branded 'Coded Cry For Help'

Bianca Censori's 'disturbing' Seoul art exhibition featuring human furniture sparks fresh concerns for her well-being amid rumours of control by husband Kanye West.

International Business Times UK

Country announces it will end foreign adoptions after claims of fraud and abuse

Tens of thousands of South Korean children have been adopted overseas

The Independent UK

South Korea vows to end foreign adoptions as UN presses Seoul to address past abuses

South Korea’s government says it plans to end the waning foreign adoptions of Korean children

The Independent UK

‘I made such a bond’: Jesse Lingard on life in South Korea and his next challenge

Former Manchester United player discusses culinary and cultural surprises, feeling more mature and how he learned Korean

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‘You learn tricks to reduce it’: the smart bins measuring food waste in South Korea

Digital facilities that track wastage down to the gram have brought about behavioural change among users

The Guardian - UK

The Great Flood review – Korean apocalypse movie swerves into sinister sci-fi territory

The storytelling is brittle, but there is still enjoyment to be had from this story of a mother and child and rescue from a catastrophic flood in Seoul

The Independent UK

South Korea to drop cosmetic surgery tax incentives that have fuelled wave of medical tourism

Lobby group warns price-conscious foreign patients could start looking to other countries

The Independent UK

I’m a travel expert. These are the seven hottest destinations to visit in 2026

These are the countries tipped to be trendy this year, from Kyrgyzstan to Mallorca

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Dot Esports

SOOP Valorant League 2025: Schedule, teams, stream, results

Eight teams compete in Seoul for $80,000 at SOOP Valorant League 2025.

FourFourTwo

South Korea World Cup 2026 squad: Hong Myung-bo's last selection ahead of the World Cup draw

The South Korea World Cup 2026 squad is coming together nicely for what may be Son Heung-min's last dance

Motor1

Porsche Loves the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N: 'They Made It Really, Really Good'

Hyundai has certainly come a long way in the past few decades, if even mighty Porsche speaks highly of the Seoul-based automaker. From an enthusiast’s perspective, the Ioniq 5 N is arguably the most interesting electric car to come out of South Korea. Zuffenhausen has taken notice of the high-performance…

The Independent UK

Leader of South Korea’s biggest Telegram sex abuse ring gets life sentence

Seoul court says Kim Nok Wan committed crimes of ‘extreme brutality’

International Business Times UK

Police Probe 50-Year-Old Woman Who Tried To Break Into BTS Star Jungkook's Home in 3rd Attempt This Year

Police in Seoul are investigating a Japanese woman who repeatedly pressed the keypad of BTS star Jungkook's door in a third intrusion attempt.

International Business Times UK

Shin Min Ah And Kim Woo Bin Finally Reveal Their Secret December Wedding Date

After a decade together, Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin will marry in a private ceremony in Seoul on 20 December 2025. Kim Woo Bin shared a heartfelt handwritten letter to fans, and their agency requested privacy and warm support.

Tom’s Hardware

Korea's Fair Trade Commission reportedly raids Arm's Seoul office amid Qualcomm licensing dispute — stems from allegations of unfair market practices

The raid is purportedly tied to Qualcomm's allegations of unfair market practices by Arm in several jurisdictions.

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