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Rivalry breaks records: Malaysia made Japan and South Korea compete to build twin towers and the results shocked everyone

Malaysia's Petronas Twin Towers project saw an unusual dual-contractor approach, pitting Japanese and South Korean teams against each other. This unofficial race, fueled by national pride and tight deadlines, accelerated construction. Despite engineering complexities, the parallel execution and competitive spirit delivered the iconic skyscrapers, briefly holding the world's tallest title…

The Times of India

Four US senators to tour Taiwan Donald's Trump China visit

A bipartisan group of four US senators will visit Taiwan, Japan and South Korea in the coming days ahead of President Donald Trump’s planned trip to Beijing in May, in a move aimed at reinforcing American alliances in Asia.

The Times of India

North Korean and Belarusian leaders sign friendship treaty in Pyongyang

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Samsung Brings AI-Powered Browser to Windows PCs

Samsung has quietly made one of its boldest software moves yet- bringing its popular mobile browser to Windows PCs. But this isn’t just another Chrome alternative. With a deeply integrated AI assistant powered by Perplexity, Samsung is reimagining what browsing could feel like in an era where your browser doesn’t…

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North Korea and Belarus sign ‘fundamental’ treaty as Lukashenko visits Kim in Pyongyang

Analysts say trip signals Pyongyang’s deepening alignment with Russia and Belarus

The Independent UK

Is this the next big K-drama hit? Acclaimed spy series to get Korean remake with Squid Game star

Remake will reimagine central couple as North Korean agents embedded in South Korean society

The Independent UK

How Iran war is helping Kim Jong Un justify North Korea's nuclear arsenal

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un defended his nation's nuclear arsenal, citing the ongoing Iran war as justification for strong military deterrence. He accused the US of "terrorism and invasions" and vowed to advance North Korea's "defensive nuclear deterrence." Kim also declared South Korea the "most hostile nation," warning of…

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Why Arab nations are scrambling to get South Korea’s Patriot-style air defence missiles

Arab nations race to secure South Korea’s cheaper but arguably more effective missile interceptors after their success in Iran war

The Independent UK

Everyone's talking about Glow Recipe's new Korean Toner Pads: here are our beauty shopping experts' honest thoughts

The K-beauty brand have launched three toner pad options designed to brighten, repair, smooth and clear pores

Woman & Home

AMD Is Rapidly Expanding into South Korea. Can That Move the Needle for AMD Stock?

AMD accelerates its expansion process into South Korea with negotiations underway for 10,000 MI355 AI accelerators.

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The King’s Warden: Highest-grossing film in South Korea’s history set for global release

Historical drama about an exiled Joseon monarch and a village chief tasked with guarding him has rewritten South Korea’s box-office benchmarks

The Independent UK

Antipathy no more: diplomacy wins out as Australia and the EU sign a free trade agreement

After an often acrimonious relationship over more than half a century, Australia and the European Union have signed a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). During a visit to Canberra by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, the FTA has come to fruition after many years of negotiations and stalled talks.…

The Conversation

Kim Jong Un calls Pyongyang's nuclear status irreversible, warns against 'most hostile' South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has said his country will not give up its nuclear weapons and will continue with a hard-line stance, calling South Korea its “most hostile” state and accusing the United States of “state terrorism.” He signalled readiness for either confrontation or dialogue, while talks with…

The Times of India

Asia boosts coal use as Iran war squeezes global LNG supplies

Asian countries are burning more coal to keep power going as the war in the Middle East disrupts other fossil fuel supplies

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Evening Standard

Jung Fest: London's first ever Korean food festival to launch in May

South Korean culture is all over London in 2026

Dot Esports

VCT 2026 Pacific Stage 1: Schedule, results, teams, format, more

VCT Pacific League is back for 2026.

The Independent UK

Six biggest talking points from Netflix’s BTS: The Return documentary

On Friday, Netflix will release a documentary about the biggest band in K-pop, BTS

The Independent UK

South Korea's Kospi down 5% as Asian shares fall after Trump's Iran threats

South Korea’s Kospi has plunged 5% and Asian shares fall sharply after the U.S. and Iran threatened to target crucial infrastructure as the Iran war entered its fourth week

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The Independent UK

Investigation launched after 14 killed in fire at South Korean car factory

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South Korean officials investigate what caused massive factory fire that killed 14

Fire at factory in central city of Daejeon one of South Korea’s deadliest industrial accidents in recent years

The Guardian - AU

Six fuel ships bound for Australia cancelled as Bowen concedes ‘flow of oil to Asian refineries has slowed’

Energy minister says war on Iran creating ‘uncertain environment’ but insists government doing ‘all the preparatory work’

The Guardian - AU

‘So awesome’: BTS fans on K-pop’s biggest comeback

Tens of thousands gathered in Seoul to show that, after a four-year hiatus, they had still kept a place for the band in a very changed world

Golf Monthly

Sungjae Im WITB 2026: Previous Generations Of Driver, Fairway Wood And Hybrid Feature Among Full Titleist Set-Up

The South Korean returned to competitive action in March 2026, with Im making some notable changes to one of the oldest set-ups on the PGA Tour

The Times of India

Cartoon character Dooly comes to life? South Korea finds rare ‘baby’ dinosaur from 100 million years ago

For the first time in 15 years, South Korea has announced that it has found a new dinosaur species! The discovery was made using advanced technology and through international collaboration. The dinosaur is called Doolysaurus huhmini and lived around 100 million years ago during the mid-Cretaceous period.

The Independent UK

At least 14 killed in fire at South Korean auto parts plant

South Korean rescue workers recover remains of 14 people from charred wreckage of auto parts factory

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