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At least nine people have died and more than 380 travelers, including nearly 300 foreign nationals, are missing after flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border. The disaster, which also triggered a mudslide on the Chinese side, has prompted rescue efforts from Nepal, China, India, and South Korea.
Several Russian military aircraft briefly entered South Korea's air defense identification zone near the eastern islets of Dokdo and Ulleung Island on Tuesday, prompting the deployment of Air Force fighter jets, according to the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The aircraft did not violate South Korea's airspace.
Union members at SK Hynix narrowly rejected a tentative wage agreement by just 25 votes, with more than half of the 15,045 voters opposing the deal. The proposal included a 6.3% pay rise and a shift toward stock-based bonuses, which workers feared would increase their exposure to share price swings.
In July, India's retail sector grew 8% year-on-year, driven by need-based purchases and quick service restaurants, according to the Retailers' Association of India. Meanwhile, South Korea saw a 6.4% retail sales increase, fueled by delivery services and summer travel demand, as reported by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources.
The Trump administration announced a new sanctions campaign aimed at severing Iran's economic lifelines, warning all countries to cut business ties or face retaliation. The measures stop short of targeting Chinese banks, as experts question the campaign's effectiveness ahead of a planned Trump-Xi summit.
NCT 127 released its seventh studio album 'Blingy' on Aug. 24, marking the group's 10th anniversary. With two members in military service and a third recently departed, the five active members spoke about returning to basics while adapting to a new chapter in their careers.
A man identified only by his surname Kang was sentenced to one year in prison by the Seoul Western District Court for posting false and insulting claims about victims of the Sewol ferry sinking and the Itaewon crowd crush. The court said his posts caused suffering to bereaved families and misled the public.
South Korean stocks extended losses early in the week as investors locked in profits on large-cap tech shares, with Samsung Electronics sliding on a shareholder return plan that disappointed some analysts. By Wednesday, the market had turned higher on chipmaker gains, with the KOSPI up 0.9% in early trade as investors awaited Nvidia's earnings for signals on the AI industry.
South Korea's customs service detected 4,155 illegal imports of Wegovy and Mounjaro in the first half of 2026, more than triple the total for all of 2025. Most cases involved international mail, while authorities also flagged a rise in travelers carrying the drugs. The surge comes amid growing domestic demand for the obesity treatments.
South Korean actor Kim Soo-hyun made his first public appearance in 17 months at an Indonesian broadcast anniversary event, performing and greeting fans. His return drew emotional fan reactions but also divided opinion online, as legal disputes over allegations involving the late actress Kim Sae-ron continue.
South Korean banks saw net profits fall 6.4% on-year in the first half of 2026 to 13.8 trillion won, even as interest income hit a record high of 32.2 trillion won. The drop was driven by a sharp decline in non-interest income, which fell 43.4% after KOSPI-linked losses swung to a 2.5 trillion won deficit. The financial regulator flagged external risks and vowed to strengthen monitoring of banks' loss-absorption capacity.
South Korea's alcoholic beverage production fell below 3 million kiloliters for the first time in 27 years in 2025, according to data from the National Tax Service. Shipments of beer, soju, and takju have declined for consecutive years, driven by health consciousness, population decline, and changing attitudes toward late-night gatherings.
Economic experts surveyed by Yonhap News Agency expect the Bank of Korea to revise its 2026 growth outlook to over 3 percent, citing strong semiconductor exports and recovering demand. Estimates range up to 3.4 percent, though some analysts caution that the semiconductor supercycle could peak sooner than expected.
World No. 1 An Se-young of South Korea defeated defending champion Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-14 in the BWF World Championships final in New Delhi on Sunday, winning her second career world title. The victory, which came despite a recent knee injury, makes An the first South Korean singles player—male or female—to win two world championships.
Kakao Corp. announced plans to spin off its core businesses, including KakaoTalk, into two entities—KakaoAI and KakaoX—by January next year, aiming to strengthen AI capabilities and address a conglomerate discount. The move, approved by the board, saw shares fall over 7% as investors remain skeptical about AI monetization.
North Korea launched approximately 10 short-range ballistic missiles toward the East Sea on Thursday, a day after the US and South Korea announced scaling back their annual military exercises. The launch prompted emergency meetings in Seoul and trilateral consultations with the US and Japan, while Pyongyang dismissed the drill reduction as 'unworthy of comment.'
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun is set to meet with Mexican Foreign Secretary Roberto Velasco and Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in Seoul next week. The meetings come as Mexico commits to reviving stalled FTA talks with South Korea, and Kuwait seeks to deepen cooperation on energy and reconstruction projects.
Netflix's new series 'Mousetrap' reimagines a Korean folktale about a mouse transforming into a person after eating nail clippings. Starring Ryu Jun-yeol in a dual role, the thriller follows a writer whose identity is stolen, with director Kim Hong-sun emphasizing the hunt for the rat as central to the plot.
A South Korean police officer has been placed under emergency arrest on suspicion of prematurely closing missing persons cases, including that of a woman still missing for over three months. Investigators discovered a second case involving a man later found dead, prompting scrutiny of police procedures and calls for systemic reform.
Genesis unveiled its flagship electric SUV, the GV90, at a world premiere in San Francisco, featuring a 500-km range and a host of innovations including the world's first roof airbag. The model is set to launch in Australia in 2027, with Genesis positioning itself against traditional luxury rivals rather than Chinese brands.