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North Korea test-fired a short-range ballistic missile on Tuesday, its second such launch in under a week, prompting responses from Seoul, Tokyo, and Washington. The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command stated the event poses no immediate threat to U.S. personnel or allies, while regional officials condemned the launch as a provocation.
South Korea's privacy watchdog fined KT Corp. 53.9 billion won for a data breach affecting 16,647 users via unauthorized base stations. The company's Q2 net income fell 34.5% due to the fine, while its AI and cloud business grew 22.3%.
South Korean stocks opened higher on Wednesday, driven by gains in technology shares, despite overnight losses on Wall Street and fading optimism over a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal. The KOSPI traded up 2.35 percent in early trading, with Samsung Electronics leading gains.
North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile into the sea east of the Korean peninsula on Wednesday, according to Japan's Defence Ministry and South Korea's military. The launch, which follows a series of weapons tests this year, occurred ahead of major joint military drills planned by South Korea and the United States.
South Korea's military reported that North Korea launched an unidentified projectile toward the East Sea on Thursday, August 20. The launch came about a week after a short-range ballistic missile test and amid scaled-down U.S.-South Korea military exercises, with North Korea denouncing the drills as war rehearsals.
The South Korean won posted its largest monthly gain since 2009, driven by heavy dollar inflows after SK hynix's U.S. listing. The currency continued to rise in early August, supported by expectations of further rate hikes and strong economic growth.
Overnight Russian attacks killed at least 12 people in Kyiv and six in Zaporizhzhia, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claiming North Korean missiles were used against the southeastern city. Zelenskyy pressed allies for more Patriot interceptors, warning that without sufficient anti-ballistic defense, Russia will not seriously consider peace.
South Korea's first 10 days of August were the hottest on record, averaging 29.1 C excluding Jeju Island and producing a national high of 42.5 C in Yangsan, the state weather agency said. Yonhap News reported the KMA figures, which also showed 32 locations exceeding 40 C and a record number of tropical nights earlier in the summer.
Japan's annual defence white paper has sparked sharp reactions across the region. China lodged a formal protest over its characterization as a strategic challenge and comments on Taiwan, South Korea objected to Tokyo's reaffirmed claim to the Dokdo islets, and North Korea denounced the document as a pretext for military buildup.
South Korea's KOSPI opened sharply lower on Thursday, falling 119.51 points, following losses on Wall Street and amid reports of progress on the Strait of Hormuz. The index had opened 59.6 points lower earlier in the week, with markets also tracking U.S. declines.
South Korea's exports jumped 45.3% in the first 10 days of August, reaching $21.3 billion, with a trade surplus of $1.8 billion. Separately, the number of first-time exporters rose nearly 4% in 2025, and their combined exports hit a five-year high.
A senior Pentagon official reiterated calls Monday for Asian allies to make greater defense contributions, stressing that the Trump administration seeks partnerships 'not dependencies.' The remarks, made in Manila, come as regional concerns mount over US commitment amid shifting strategic priorities.
South Korean officials say they were unable to reach U.S. forces via a hotline after a possible white phosphorus leak was reported at Osan Air Base, prompting a brief evacuation alert. The U.S. military later stated the substance was non-hazardous corrosion, but the incident has raised questions about emergency communication.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' debuted at No. 1 in South Korea, dethroning 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' which nonetheless achieved a historic global opening weekend. Both films crossed $1 billion worldwide, joining a list of this year's top earners.
Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and a changing global economy are forcing African nations to rethink how they pursue economic growth. Analysts argue that old industrialisation models may no longer work, even as the continent faces a demographic surge in the coming decade.
South Korea's baseball season is set to resume this week after a record-breaking heat wave forced the cancellation of nearly all games last week. The Korea Baseball Organization has adjusted schedules, moving start times to 7 p.m., and will flexibly delay or cancel games in regions under severe heat warnings.
Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' has become the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time with $1.352 billion worldwide, surpassing 'Deadpool & Wolverine.' The film also leads in South Korea, where it has topped 7 million admissions, and is set for a digital release on Nov. 17.
World number one Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open due to a right knee injury, following Carlos Alcaraz's withdrawal with a wrist injury. Both players are expected to be fit for the US Open later this month.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that North Korea plans to deploy up to 50,000 troops to Russia, but Pyongyang dismissed the estimate as 'groundless.' South Korean intelligence reports no signs of imminent additional deployment, though preparations may continue.
Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone said Lee Kang-in is an all-around player after the South Korean midfielder made his debut in a 3-1 preseason loss to Manchester City in Seoul. Lee, who inherited the No. 7 jersey from Antoine Griezmann, had a couple of chances and looked to set up teammates.