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Seoul: The ongoing extreme heat wave is expected to slightly subside this weekend after reaching its peak, the state weather service said Thursday. The current

August 6, 2026

LIG DandA Q2 Net Income Declines by 24.4 Pct to 78.2 Billion Won

Seoul: LIG Defense and Aerospace (DandA) Co. announced on Thursday that its net profit for the second quarter amounted to 78.2 billion won (approximately US$55.1

August 6, 2026

PM Calls for AI-Based Medical Services

Seoul: The government will strengthen artificial intelligence-based medical services, including telemedicine for those living in remote regions, Prime Minister Han Seong-sook said Thursday. “It is

August 6, 2026

Satellite Imagery Shows Construction on Pak Beng Dam in Laos

Vientiane: Construction is underway on Laos’ latest large-scale Mekong River dam, satellite imagery analyzed by Radio Free Asia (RFA) shows. Experts told RFA that the

August 6, 2026

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30,000-50,000 North Korean Troops to Support Russia in Ukraine Conflict: Zelenskyy

Seoul: North Korea appears set to deploy an additional 30,000 to 50,000 troops to support Russia in its war with Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

August 9, 2026

South Korea Records Highest Tourism Surplus Since Pandemic

Seoul: South Korea’s tourism balance reached a record surplus since the COVID-19 pandemic, driven by the global appeal of the nation’s pop culture, according to

August 9, 2026

Man City Triumphs Over Atletico Madrid, Spoiling Lee Kang-in’s Debut in Seoul

Seoul: Manchester City overcame a first-half deficit to beat Atletico Madrid 3-1 in their preseason showdown in Seoul on Sunday, spoiling South Korean star Lee

August 9, 2026