Live News of South Korea March 23, 2024

South Korea Held To Draw By Thailand In World Cup Qualifier

South Korea faced a 1-1 draw against Thailand in Seoul during the second round of Asia's preliminaries for the 2026 World Cup. This match marked their first game post the sacking of Juergen Klinsmann following a...Read More

Jennie Of BLACKPINK Makes History On Billboard Radio Songs Chart

Blackpink superstar Jennie has achieved a significant milestone in her music career, making history by debuting on Billboard's Radio Songs chart with her latest hit single, 'One of the Girls.' This accomplishment marks herRead More

Stock Rallies Continue In Asian Markets

Stock markets in Asia continue to rally as investors remain optimistic about the global economic recovery. Despite some concerns about rising inflation and potential interest rate hikes, most major indices in the region arRead More

USWNT To Face Mexico In Pre-Olympic Match At Red Bull Arena

The United States women's national team is set to face Mexico at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, on July 13 as part of their preparations for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. This match will...Read More

Padres Outlast Dodgers In High-Scoring Game In South Korea

San Diego Padres emerged victorious in a high-scoring game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at the Gocheok Sky Dome in South Korea. The Padres' Xander Bogaerts expressed his desire to play more games at the venue...Read More

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Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Fired Over Illegal Gambling Allegations

Shohei Ohtani, known as the 'perfect person' in Japan for his manners and behavior, faced a setback as his interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, was fired by the Dodgers over allegations of illegal gambling and misappropriation ofRead More

US Leads Faster Stock Settlement, Global Comparison Revealed

As the United States takes steps towards faster stock settlement, it is important to consider where other countries stand in terms of their settlement systems. Several countries around the world have already implemented oRead More

Global Markets Surge After Fed Signals Interest Rate Cuts

Global benchmarks showed mostly positive movements on Thursday following a surge in U.S. stocks to record highs, driven by signals from the Federal Reserve indicating potential interest rate cuts later this year. In EuropRead More

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South Korea To Suspend Licenses Of Striking Junior Doctors

South Korea is set to suspend the licenses of thousands of striking junior doctors as a response to their prolonged walkouts that have disrupted hospital operations. The government plans to notify the medical interns and rRead More

Dodgers Fire Ohtani's Interpreter Amid Gambling Allegations

The Los Angeles Dodgers have terminated the contract of Shohei Ohtani's interpreter and close friend following allegations of illegal gambling and theft. The interpreter, 39-year-old Ippei Mizuhara, was let go from the teaRead More

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South Korea To Suspend Licenses Of Striking Doctors

SEOUL, South Korea - In response to ongoing strikes by doctors, the South Korean government has announced plans to suspend the licenses of those participating in the strikes. This decision comes as a measure to address...Read More

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Dodgers Fire Ohtani's Interpreter Amid Gambling Allegations

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made the decision to terminate the services of Shohei Ohtani's interpreter and close friend following serious allegations of illegal gambling and theft involving the Japanese baseball star. TheRead More

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Dodgers Win Opener In South Korea With Ohtani Debut

The Los Angeles Dodgers kicked off their season with a thrilling victory against the San Diego Padres in the first Major League Baseball game ever played in South Korea. The game featured the debut of Shohei...Read More

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North Korea Successfully Tests Hypersonic Missile Technology

North Korea announced on Tuesday that it had successfully tested technology related to its new hypersonic missile. The test, overseen by North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, involved a ground jet test of the multi-stage solid-Read More

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Chan Ho Park Throws Ceremonial First Pitch In South Korea

Former MLB pitcher Chan Ho Park threw the ceremonial first pitch at the season opening game in South Korea, using the glove from his first major league appearance. Park, the first South Korean-born player in the...Read More

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Police Find No Explosives At Seoul Stadium After Bomb Threat

South Korean police conducted a thorough search at Seoul's Gocheok Sky Dome following a reported bomb threat against Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani. Approximately 150 police officers, equipped with sniffer dogs andRead More

North Korea Tests Hypersonic Missile Engine, Targets U.S. Bases

North Korea has reported a successful test of a solid-fuel engine for its new intermediate-range hypersonic missile, marking progress in its efforts to develop a more powerful and agile missile capable of striking distantRead More

Jung Kook's 'Standing Next To You' Surges On Itunes Charts

Jung Kook, a member of the globally renowned group BTS, has seen a surge in the popularity of his music despite being on a hiatus from his music career as he fulfills his mandatory military service...Read More

BTS's Jung Kook Eligible For Multiple Grammy Nominations In 2025

Jung Kook, the talented artist from Big Hit Music, is currently taking a break from his music career to fulfill his military duty in South Korea. Fans are eagerly awaiting his return to the music scene,...Read More

South Korea To Offer $313 Billion For Carbon Offset Projects

South Korea has announced a significant initiative to combat climate change by providing $313 billion in loans to finance carbon offset projects. This move underscores the country's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emRead More