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The Latest Breaking News from South Korea

South Korea mulls allowing individual tours to North Korea as tensions ease

Unification ministry in Seoul says allowing individual tours will not violate international sanctions.

Al Jazeera

Weather tracker: Mediterranean heatwave sparks concern for marine life

Sea surface temperatures soar near Spain and Portugal, while torrential rain and landslides kill four in South Korea

The Guardian - UK

South Korea flood death toll rises to 18 as southern regions battered by record rain

More than 14,000 people have evacuated and damage has been reported in 15 cities and provinces

The Independent UK

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Pilot error reportedly behind South Korea’s deadly Jeju Air crash as victims’ families protest findings

Families of Jeju Air crash victims accuse officials of prematurely blaming pilots in unreleased interim report

The Independent UK

In South Korea, Trump’s tariff threats place US love affair under strain

South Koreans’ perceptions of the US have taken a dive amid Trump’s ‘America First’ foreign policy and trade agenda.

Al Jazeera

Death toll from S Korea rains rises to 18 as met agency warns of heatwaves

Five-day deluge unleashed flash floods and landslides that killed 18 and left nine others missing, authorities say.

Al Jazeera

Torrential rain in South Korea leaves 17 dead and 11 missing

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Heavy rains in South Korea leave at least 17 dead and 11 others missing

South Korea has been battered by torrential rains for the past five days, leaving at least 17 people dead and 11 missing.

Euronews

South Korea wants to build a moon base by 2045

South Korea just laid out its long-term space exploration road map, which features the planned construction of a moon base two decades from now.

Space

Death toll from South Korean rains rises to 17

Eleven people still unaccounted for after record downpours sweep north across country, triggering landslides

The Guardian - UK

Death toll from South Korea rains rises to 16

Ten people still missing as rains subside

The Independent UK

North Korea performs U-turn on new seaside resort

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The Independent UK

At least 14 dead in South Korea after heavy rains trigger landslide, floods

Above average rainfall recorded in last five days in Sancheong county, where most deaths took place.

Al Jazeera

Heavy rains in South Korea leave 14 dead and 12 others missing

Torrential rains in South Korea over five days have caused 14 deaths and left 12 people missing, officials report

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Ready, steady, slow: Snails slither to victory in World Championship race

The Snail Racing World Championship returned to Norfolk this year, attracting competitors from London, France, and South Korea.

Benzinga

American Faces Sentencing for Role in $600 Million IT Scheme That Funds North Korea's Nuclear Program

An Arizona woman, Christina Chapman, has been accused of facilitating North Korean IT workers in securing jobs at US companies under false identities.

Al Jazeera

South Korea ex-leader Yoon indicted as martial law probe continues

Former president has been indicted on additional charges as a special prosecutor continues investigations.

Al Jazeera

Four dead as South Korea lashed by torrential rain, displacing thousands

Record rainfall is expected to continue hammering parts of South Korea until Monday as more warnings are issued.

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International Business Times UK

BTS Members Joke Kim Taehyung Is Now Stronger Than Jungkook During Surprise Live Stream

BTS's V has transformed after serving in South Korea's Special Forces, becoming stronger than Jungkook and RM. Members praised his discipline and strength during a surprise live stream, exciting fans worldwide

Al Jazeera

South Korea to end private adoptions after inquiry finds abuse rife

More than 140,000 children had been sent overseas by Seoul following the devastating 1950-53 Korean War.

International Business Times

South Korea To End Private Adoptions After Landmark Probe

South Korea is set to overhaul its adoption system on Saturday by ending the decades-old practice of outsourcing adoptions to private agencies, which has led to widespread allegations of abuse.

Android Central

More evidence of Samsung's 'Galaxy Z Trifold' further hints at its existence

Samsung allegedly registered a new device in South Korea under the name "Galaxy Z Trifold."

The Conversation

Japan and South Korea can show governments how to compete with China and US

Governments around the world are hustling. European policymakers, for example, are eager to boost the region’s industrial relevance in a world where the US and China dominate cutting-edge technologies. They want to move beyond the adage that “the US innovates, China replicates and the EU regulates”.

International Business Times UK

Samsung's Lee Jae-yong Acquitted: What the Supreme Court Ruling Means for South Korea's Tech Future

Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-Yong is now free of fraud and other charges. The Supreme Court acquitted him, ending the years-long legal battle.

The Independent UK

Heavy rain in South Korea leaves at least four dead and 1,300 forced to evacuate

The weather in South Korea has caused school closures, property damage and cancelled flights

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