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South Korean President's Party Chief Condemns Martial Law Introduction

Han Dong-hoon's strong opposition to martial law in South Korea sparks internal divisions and public debate, raising concerns over its potential implementa...

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South Korea imposes martial law

President Yoon Suk Yeol's shock move was denounced by the liberal opposition, which controls parliament

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South Korea President Declares Emergency Martial Law

South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol on Tuesday declared emergency martial law, accusing the opposition of being "anti-state forces intent on overthrowing the regime" amid parliamentary wrangling over a budget bill.

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South Korea president Yoon Suk Yeol faces impeachment vote over martial law as minister offers to resign: Live

Protesters gather at Gwanghwamun Square and outside national assembly with placards reading ‘Restore Democracy’

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South Korea president’s aides offer to resign en masse – as it happened

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South Korea latest LIVE: President says he will lift martial law after Parliament defies him in vote

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol accused the country's opposition of controlling parliament, sympathising with North Korea and paralysing the government

Evening Standard

South Korean President Declares Martial Law Amid Political Tensions

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declares martial law, accusing opposition party of ties to North Korea, raising concerns domestically and internationally.

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Samsung Galaxy S25 event could bring our first look at new AR smart glasses

A new report from Korea indicates Samsung is planning to show off new AR glasses at Galaxy Unpacked.

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South Korea’s President Yoon declares emergency martial law

Parliament voted later in the evening requiring President Yoon to lift the martial law he declared earlier.

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US 'Disappointed' After Plastic Pollution Talks Collapse: White House

Delegates from nearly 200 nations debated for a week in South Korea on how to stop millions of tonnes of plastic waste from entering the environment each year.

Latin Times

South Korea says 38 Vietnamese tourists have gone missing in Jeju island

Tourists disappear on last stop of their itinerary before their departure

The Independent UK

Stellantis' CEO Is Gone Ahead Of 'A Big Year' With A Huge List Of Problems

I think now-former Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares was an interesting figure for just how unpopular he was. Sure, very few top executives get to where they are by making friends everywhere they go. But Tavrares was somewhat unique in how much he managed to make everyone mad at him; the…

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Plastic Pollution Treaty Negotiations Conclude Without Agreement

Negotiations for a plastic pollution treaty in Busan, South Korea conclude without agreement, but optimism remains for future progress.

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Vested interests and a flawed system: Why talks to agree historic treaty against plastic pollution collapsed

Analysis: Deep divisions, obstructions by fossil fuel-producing countries and the missing voices of campaigners and experts all contributed to the collapse of talks, as Asia climate correspondent Stuti Mishra explains from Busan, South Korea

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North Korean exhibit brands South Korean president ‘vicious main culprit’ of hostilities

Pyongyang exhibit part of broader effort by Kim Jong-un to undo decades of pro-unification indoctrination

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What to know about the plastic pollution treaty talks that have concluded in South Korea

Negotiations on a treaty to end plastic pollution have concluded in Busan, South Korea without reaching an agreement

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Negotiators fail to reach an agreement on a plastic pollution treaty. Talks to resume next year

Negotiators working on a treaty to address the global crisis of plastic pollution won’t reach an agreement in South Korea and are making plans to resume the talks next year

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American Ryggs Johnston Wins Australian Open, Jiyai Shin Claims Title

American Ryggs Johnston and South Korea's Jiyai Shin emerge victorious in the Australian Open golf tournaments held in Melbourne, showcasing thrilling comp...

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International Business Times

Indigenous Groups Call For Health Protections In Plastic Deal

For Caleb Justin Smith-White, negotiations in South Korea on a landmark global deal to curb plastic pollution are about more than the environment.

Golf Monthly

South Korean Legend Wins 65th Title Of Pro Career After Runaway Battle At Women's Australian Open

Jiyai Shin ended Ashleigh Buhai's run of Women's Australian Open victories by claiming the second of her own incredible career

International Business Times

Nations Warn Of 'Obstruction' At Plastic Talks

Dozens of countries warned Sunday that a handful of nations were obstructing efforts in South Korea to reach an ambitious landmark global treaty to curb plastic pollution.

TechRadar

Samsung sold 1,000 units of its AI washing machine in just three days in South Korea alone – and that’s just the beginning for its energy-conscious appliances

AI appliances are here and ready to make your home work smarter, not harder. We spoke with Samsung's EVP to learn more.

The Independent UK

Greenpeace activists board tanker demanding cut in plastic production

Activists scaled ship’s mast, painted ‘PLASTIC KILLS’ on the side of the vessel, and set up tents to sustain their protest

International Business Times

Greenpeace Activists Board Tanker In Plastic Protest

Greenpeace activists boarded a tanker off South Korea on Saturday in an action intended to draw attention to calls for a treaty to curb plastic pollution, the environmental group said.

Radio France Internationale

Waste pickers battle for recognition at plastic treaty talks

As diplomats negotiate behind closed doors in the South Korean city of Busan on a treaty to curb plastic pollution, the waste pickers who are on the front lines of the problem are fighting for recognition.

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