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S.Korean office workers hit convenience stores as 'lunch-flation' bites

Office worker Park Mi-won had never bought her lunch from a convenience store, until her favourite lunch buffet recently raised prices by more than 10% to 9,000 won ($7) as South Korean inflation soared to a 14-year high.

Reuters

S. Korean prosecutors grant ex-president temporary release

South Korean prosecutors granted former President Lee Myung-bak a temporary release from prison over health concerns Tuesday after he served less than three years of a 17-year sentence handed down for corruption

The Independent UK

What To Expect From South Korea’s First NATO Summit

South Korea’s president has vowed to make the country a “global pivotal state” bolstering cooperation with like-minded countries to promote liberal democratic values of freedom, peace, and prosperity.

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South Korea would expect U.S. to intervene if China invades Taiwan, official says

"We probably take for granted that if China attacks Taiwan, the U.S. will engage."

Axios

Another Player Goes Aggressive On EV Charging Market Thanks To Tesla

LG Electronics Inc (OTC: LGEJY) scooped South Korean electric v

Benzinga

When Kane, Ndombele and new Tottenham signings are returning to pre-season training with Conte

The hard work for some has already begun at Hotspur Way as Antonio Conte's Tottenham side prepare for the 2022/23 season

Football London

Seoul urges China, Russia to prevent North Korean nuke test

A top South Korean official says North Korea is increasingly targeting the South with its nuclear arms program, and urged China and Russia to persuade the North not to conduct a widely expected nuclear test

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North Korea Says US is Setting Up Asian NATO; Vows Stronger Defense

North Korea has accused the United States of setting up a military alliance like NATO in Asia, saying the unwavering US aim to oust North Korea's government compelled it to develop stronger defenses.

Asharq Al-Awsat

North Korea says U.S. is setting up Asian NATO; vows stronger defence

North Korea has accused the United States of setting up a military alliance like NATO in Asia, saying the unwavering U.S. aim to oust North Korea's government compelled it to develop stronger defences.

Reuters

Djokovic Brings Curtain Up on Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic begins his bid to match Pete Sampras as a seven-time Wimbledon champion on Monday with British Grand Slam title winners Andy Murray and Emma Raducanu also on the Centre Court agenda. In the absence of the banned Daniil Medvedev and injured Alexander Zverev, 20-time major winner Djokovic takes…

Asharq Al-Awsat

In Gee Chun Outlasts Lexi Thompson to Win Women’s PGA

After nearly slipping up Sunday, the 27-year-old South Korean held on to claim her third major championship.

Sports Illustrated

Miin: Body to Body review – Korean feminism 101

Choreographer Cha Jinyeob’s intimate and at times opaque exploration of womanhood

The Guardian - UK

S.Korea's Yoon to meet U.S., Japan leaders in Spain during NATO summit

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol will meet leaders of the United States and Japan on Wednesday during the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) summit in Madrid, an official at the presidential office said on Sunday.

Reuters

Yellen to visit S. Korea, discuss N. Korea sanctions -sources

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen will visit South Korea next month for talks dealing with rising inflation and possible further sanctions on North Korea over its nuclear program, sources familiar with the matter said on Friday.

Reuters

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The 24 Best Korean Films Streaming on Netflix Right Now

Become fluent in K-films by tuning into one of these thrillers, romances, or sci-fi gems.

The Independent UK

EXPLAINER: Is North Korea moving nukes to its border?

North Korea’s possible decision to deploy tactical nuclear weapons along its border with South Korea that could reach Seoul and U.S. forces stationed in the country in minutes could be a game changer in the standoff between Kim Jong Un and the United States

The Guardian - UK

Foetus fronts legal challenge over emissions in South Korea

Lawyers representing 20-week-old foetus allege state is breaching rights of future generations

Reuters

S.Korean leader's informal media events are a break with tradition

South Korean leader Yoon Suk-yeol has departed from years of tradition by holding informal daily media events to field questions on topics ranging from inflation and ties with neighbouring North Korea to the first lady and even boyband BTS.

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Pressure mounts on S.Korea to reopen case of deported N.Korean fishermen

South Korea's ruling party members and rights activists are calling on the government to reopen a 2019 case of the repatriation of two North Korea fishermen, blaming the previous government of trying to curry favour with Pyongyang.

Axios

Looming North Korea nuclear test leaves U.S., South Korea waiting for bad news

South Korea's hawkish new President Yoon Suk-yeol is focusing on strengthening Seoul's defenses and its alliance with the U.S.

The Times of India

Rahil Gangjee best-placed Indian at 29th at Korean Open

CHEONAN (Korea): India's Rahil Gangjee (72) skidded over the last three holes to finish at one-over and was the best-placed Indian at tied 29th on a tough day at the Kolon Korea Open.

Evening Standard

Tottenham turn to Raphinha and Richarlison as Antonio Conte targets key signings before South Korea tour

Antonio Conte wants Tottenham to secure more signings in time for their pre-season tour of South Korea, as they firm up their interest in Raphinha and Richarlison.

Reuters

S.Korea to provide $1 million in humanitarian aid to earthquake-hit Afghanistan

South Korea plans to provide $1 million in humanitarian assistance to victims of an earthquake in Afghanistan that killed 1,000 people, Seoul's foreign ministry said on Thursday.

The Independent UK

N. Korea's talks of new army duties suggest nuke deployment

North Korea's military leaders have discussed assigning additional operational duties to front-line army units

Tribune News Service

‘It’s very traumatic:’ Family of victim speaks about impact of Korean salon shooting

DALLAS — In May, John Park received one of the worst calls of his life.

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