South Korea Records Highest Tourism Surplus Since Pandemic
August 9, 2026
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South Korea Chronicles Key Historical Events: From Aviation Pioneers to Diplomatic Efforts
Seoul: Today marks significant moments in South Korea’s history, highlighting developments in aviation, health, activism, and inter-Korean relations.
According to Yonhap News Agency, on
August 6, 2026
Lee Orders Full Mobilization of Resources to Minimize Damage from Extreme Heat
Seoul: President Lee Jae Myung instructed the government Thursday to mobilize all of its resources to minimize damage from a record-breaking heat wave gripping the
August 6, 2026
Seoul Shares Tumble Over 4 Pct on Tech Losses Amid Lingering AI Concerns
Seoul: South Korean stocks tumbled more than 4 percent Thursday due to losses in tech shares amid lingering concerns over profitability of artificial intelligence (AI)
August 6, 2026
U.S. Military Acknowledges North Korean Missile Launch, Affirms Defense Commitment
Seoul: The U.S. military announced it is aware of a recent ballistic missile launch conducted by North Korea, emphasizing its steadfast defense commitment to allies
August 6, 2026
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South Korea’s Oceans Ministry Launches Research on Arctic Shipping Route
Seoul: South Korea’s oceans ministry has recently commissioned a research project aimed at devising strategies to promote the use of a possible Arctic shipping route
August 9, 2026
South Korea’s Military Service System Requires ‘Fundamental’ Overhaul for National Security, Says MMA Chief
Seoul: A “fundamental” overhaul of South Korea’s military service system is essential for the country’s national security and survival, according to Military Manpower Administration (MMA)
August 9, 2026
Grateful Lee Kang-in Vows to Keep Improving for Atletico Madrid, Nat’l Team
Seoul: Following his debut for the Spanish club Atletico Madrid in Seoul on Sunday, South Korean international Lee Kang-in promised his fans he will try
August 9, 2026
South Korea Prepares for Varied Weather Conditions on Sunday
Seoul: South Korea is set to experience a range of weather conditions on Sunday, with temperatures and precipitation chances varying across the country’s major cities.
August 9, 2026