North Korea rebuilds border guard posts after South Korea suspends a 2018 agreement due to tensions from North’s spy satellite launch. Seoul deploys surveillance in response, escalating concerns over North Korea’s weapons development.
South Korean court orders Japan to compensate 16 women for wartime sexual slavery, overturning a 2021 ruling. Each victim is awarded 200 million won. Tensions persist between Seoul and Tokyo over historical issues. Japan denies direct responsibility, citing civilian recruitment and commercial military brothels.
A stone thrown by an elementary school student fatally struck a man in South Korea, sparking a nationwide debate on legal immunity for those under 14. Similar cases, legislative proposals, and diverse netizen opinions unfold.
South Korea warns North Korea to halt spy satellite launch preparations, threatening “necessary measures.” Concerns arise over the overlap between space launches and ballistic missiles. Tensions escalate amid North Korea’s persistent weapons tests.
A Bank of Korea study warns that almost four million jobs in South Korea could be replaced by AI in the next two decades, with high-income professionals at greater risk. While AI creates new opportunities, job transitions may pose challenges for workers, especially in concentrated fields.
Nineteen South Koreans, held captive in Myanmar near the Thai border by an “illegal company,” were successfully rescued. The operation followed a special travel advisory due to concerns about Koreans coerced into criminal activities in the Golden Triangle region.
On the first anniversary of the Seoul Halloween crush that claimed nearly 160 lives, a mass commemoration will seek truth and honor victims amidst unresolved inquiries.
Pyo Ye-rim, a prominent advocate for the legal rights of school bullying survivors in South Korea, passed away in an apparent suicide at the age of 27. She sought changes to legislation addressing bullying survivors’ rights.
South Korea’s opposition leader, Lee Jae-myung, was not arrested as a court dismissed the request over corruption charges, including alleged bribery linked to North Korea. Lee denied all accusations.
Table tennis icon Ma Long anticipates his final Asian Games appearance after securing gold for China. The 34-year-old plans to support teammates but hints at retirement from major events.