Live News of South Korea March 26, 2024
Iraq, Australia, And South Korea Advance In Asia's World Cup Preliminaries
On Tuesday, Iraq and Australia secured their spots in the third round of Asia's 2026 World Cup preliminaries with convincing wins over the Philippines and Lebanon, respectively. Iraq dominated the Philippines with a resoun Read More
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Jimin's 'Like Crazy' Climbs Spotify Charts, Celebrating Song's Anniversary
Jimin of BTS is currently on a short musical break to fulfill his military duties in South Korea. Despite not releasing new music, his hit song 'Like Crazy' continues to perform well on Spotify, climbing to...Read More
Asian Shares Mixed As Global Uncertainties Impact Investor Sentiments
Asian shares experienced a mixed day of trading on Tuesday, with some markets seeing initial buying interest that was later offset by profit-taking activities. Japan's Nikkei 225 index closed nearly unchanged, while AustraRead More
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South Korea Consumer Sentiment Drops Amid Food Inflation Concerns
Consumer sentiment in South Korea has experienced a decline due to concerns surrounding food inflation, according to recent reports. The drop in consumer sentiment is attributed to worries about rising food prices, which hRead More
South Korean Soccer Player Released After Bribery Allegations In China
A South Korean soccer player who was detained in China for nearly a year over bribery allegations has been released and returned home, according to Seoul’s Foreign Ministry. Son Jun-ho, a former member of the South...Read More
Asian Shares Mixed As Investors Await Fed Interest Rate Decision
Asian shares showed a mixed performance on Monday as investors awaited further signals on potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Japan's Nikkei 225 declined by 0.7% to 40,619.40, with investors opting to sellRead More
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South Korean Doctors Support Striking Interns Over Admissions Dispute
Senior doctors at numerous hospitals in South Korea are set to submit their resignations in solidarity with medical interns and residents who have been on strike for five weeks. The strike is in response to the...Read More
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Shohei Ohtani To Address Illegal Gambling Allegations
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is set to speak to the media on Monday for the first time since allegations of illegal gambling and theft involving him and his interpreter surfaced during the team's recent...Read More
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North Korea Considers Japanese Summit Proposal Amid Growing Tensions
North Korea has announced that Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has expressed interest in holding a summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. This proposal was conveyed through an unspecified channel, as reported bRead More
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South Korea's Global Market Push Hindered By FX History
South Korea's efforts to expand its market globally have been met with challenges due to its history of foreign exchange (FX) fluctuations. The South Korean won has been a key player in the country's economic landscape,...Read More
China To Lead In Semiconductor Equipment Spending For Next Four Years
China is set to lead the world in equipment spending for 300mm semiconductor factories, with a forecast predicting $30 billion in investments annually for the next four years. This surge in spending is attributed to governRead More
Lee Chang-Dong's Film Retrospective Coming To New York City
South Korean filmmaker Lee Chang-dong, known for his critically acclaimed works, is set to have a retrospective series titled Novel Encounters: the Films of Lee Chang-dong at the Metrograph in New York City. The series, ruRead More
Exploring The Top 10 Countries With The Most Gazelle Companies
When it comes to fast-growing companies, these 10 countries stand out for having the most gazelle companies - businesses that achieve rapid growth in a short period of time. Let's take a closer look at each...Read More
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MLB Investigates Illegal Gambling Allegations Involving Dodgers Star
Major League Baseball has initiated a formal investigation into allegations of illegal gambling and theft involving Los Angeles Dodgers standout Shohei Ohtani and his interpreter. The interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, was releaRead More
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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
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