‘Energy inflation’ hits 25-year high in January
Although the government froze gas rates in the first quarter of 2023, it is still considered burdensome for many Koreans as the price was raised four times last year.
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South Korea, US vow action on North Korea amid push for new ties
The push comes as South Korea seeks a bigger global role with its latest Indo-Pacific Strategy, the hallmark of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s foreign policy.
3 rescued, 9 missing after boat capsizes off South Jeolla
The fishing boat had overturned after water entered the engine room, according to those rescued.
Police clashes, political drama at memorial for Seoul crowd crush victims
The clash with law enforcement authorities took place despite the event having been reported to the district’s police in advance.
Will BTS make history with its first win at 65th Grammy Awards?
The septet was previously nominated for the Best Pop Duo or Group Performance category in 2020 and 2021, but left the ceremony empty-handed.
What’s behind helicopter parents on school trips?
Tragedies like Sewol, Itaewon play a part in the breakdown of public trust, some say.
US Fed hike, inflation create rate-setting challenge for Bank of Korea
Concerns remain over the Bank of Korea's next rate decision remain because of the widening gap between Korea's key rate and the US'.
What ChatGPT means for Korea
In the era of AI, a good sense of humour has become more valuable than exam skills.
North Korea threatens US to face ‘toughest’ response
The statement came days after the South Korean and US defence chiefs agreed on steps to enhance the alliance’s deterrence and readiness posture.
South Korea’s mask manufacturers face bankruptcy amid eased masking rules
The government had previously encouraged entrepreneurs to join the mask manufacturing industry to cope with the severe supply shortage caused by the pandemic.