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South Korea's ruling Democratic Party chairman Jung Chung-rae has resigned, clearing the way for a competitive leadership race at the party's August convention involving Prime Minister Kim Min-seok and former leader Song Young-gil.
South Korea's former Justice Minister Park Sung-jae has been sentenced to 25 years imprisonment for his involvement in supporting President Yoon Suk Yeol's abortive martial law declaration last December, joining other cabinet officials convicted in the crisis.
Seoul is debating free or subsidised bus rides for seniors aged 70 and above, expanding existing subway benefits. The proposal faces opposition over costs, with estimates suggesting annual expenditure could reach 127.5 billion won by 2031.
South Korean authorities have confirmed that a human leg discovered at a recycling facility in Incheon was inadvertently discarded by a nursing hospital. The hospital may face charges for violating waste management protocols.
South Korea's parliament has initiated a formal 45-day investigation into the National Election Commission following disruptions caused by ballot-paper shortages during the June 3 local elections.
South Korean police questioned a Shinsegae Group executive regarding Starbucks Korea's ill-fated Tank Day promotion, which coincided with the 46th anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju uprising and triggered widespread public backlash.
A high school student on South Korea's Jeju Island faces investigation after allegedly entering an elementary school classroom multiple times to leave semen and urine, prompting police to examine whether the acts were sexually motivated.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has called for restraint among protesters over June 3 election irregularities, while firmly rejecting allegations of vote rigging and warning against conspiracy theories.
South Korea and Saudi Arabia have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost cooperation in energy resources, including crude oil and natural gas, as both nations seek stable supplies amid global supply chain disruptions.
Starbucks Korea will shut down nationwide for three hours next week to conduct mandatory historical awareness training for employees following backlash over an ill-timed promotion.
South Korea's judiciary is tackling a growing problem of lawyers citing non-existent court cases generated by artificial intelligence, forcing judges to spend more time verifying legal citations and prompting calls for stricter penalties.
South Korea will dispatch two ruling Democratic Party lawmakers as special envoys to Mexico this week to support the national football team and strengthen diplomatic ties with the host nation.
Philippine authorities have arrested a former anti-narcotics officer convicted of murdering a South Korean businessman in 2016. The case became emblematic of excesses during ex-president Rodrigo Duterte's controversial drug war.
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South Korea's Prime Minister Kim Min-seok has instructed government agencies to enforce crowd control and combat illegal ticket sales ahead of BTS concerts scheduled for Friday and Saturday in Busan.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has instructed prosecutors and police to conduct a comprehensive investigation into ballot supply problems that disrupted last week's local elections in Seoul.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has tapped Han Seong-sook, the sitting minister for small and medium enterprises, to be the country's next prime minister. If approved by parliament, she would become the Lee administration's first female prime minister.
Starbucks US headquarters has apologised to victims of South Korea's 1980 Gwangju democratic uprising after a promotional campaign drew criticism for evoking memories of military violence.
A Seoul court will issue its verdict this week on former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol's charges involving drone infiltration into North Korean airspace and his controversial martial law declaration.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is heading to Europe this month for a ten-day diplomatic tour culminating in his participation at the G7 summit in France's Evian resort.
Protests over Wednesday's ballot paper shortages in Seoul escalated into a second day, with around 2,000 demonstrators surrounding a vote-counting centre and calling for a fresh election.
South Korea's election watchdog chief has offered to resign after ballot paper shortages disrupted voting in Seoul's local elections, prompting calls for an independent investigation into the incident.
South Korean riot police cleared more than 1,000 protesters who had blockaded a Seoul polling station for 35 hours following a ballot shortage that affected 14 voting centres in the capital.
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South Korea's election authorities are investigating a ballot paper deficit that disrupted local elections and angered voters. Demonstrators in a Seoul district barricaded ballot boxes at a polling venue.
South Korean actor Ji Chang-wook has been ordered to pay billions of won in additional taxes following a non-routine audit by the National Tax Service, joining other entertainers in recent tax disputes.
South Korean pop star Psy has been referred to prosecutors for allegedly obtaining prescriptions for psychotropic drugs without mandatory in-person medical consultations.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party is favoured to win Wednesday's local elections, with exit polls showing it ahead in most competitive races against the opposition People Power Party.
South Korea's Hanwha Aerospace has partially suspended production at its Daejeon plant following a deadly explosion that claimed five lives. Labour authorities ordered the halt under workplace safety regulations.
Authorities in Labuan have remanded 56 foreign nationals and one Malaysian citizen over involvement in a sophisticated scam operation targeting South Korean residents.
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A South Korean reporter has been indicted on defamation charges following the publication of an article alleging impropriety by former The Boyz member Ju Haknyeon, raising questions about press freedom and accountability.
South Korea hosted its first independent gathering of African foreign ministers in Seoul, bringing together representatives from 50 African nations to discuss economic cooperation and joint responses to global challenges.
South Korea's Prime Minister Kim Min-seok is preparing to step down following this week's local elections to pursue the leadership of the ruling Democratic Party, with succession plans already under discussion.
South Korean opposition and ruling parties are mounting last-minute campaign efforts across key regions as voters prepare for June 3 local elections determining over 4,000 government positions.
South Korea's Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries confirmed that a crude oil tanker loaded from Saudi Arabia's Yanbu Port has successfully navigated the Red Sea route, marking the sixth diversion from the Hormuz Strait.
South Korean police have launched raids on Seoul city offices and construction companies investigating the collapse of the Seosomun overpass that killed three workers during demolition work on May 26.
A minority union representing Samsung Electronics' consumer electronics workers will petition a South Korean court to halt implementation of a recently approved pay deal that disproportionately benefits the company's chip division staff.
Seventeen people were hospitalised after a bromine chemical leak at Chungbuk National University in South Korea on May 28. A 500-ml reagent bottle broke on the sixth floor of the Advanced Bio Research Centre, forcing evacuations.
South Korea opened early voting Friday for next week's local and parliamentary by-elections. Over 4.12 million voters cast ballots on the first day, exceeding turnout from 2022. The elections are viewed as a major test of President Lee's administration.
Three South Korean activists claim they endured sexual and physical abuse while detained by Israeli forces during a Gaza aid mission. Medical examinations confirmed injuries including a broken rib, perforated eardrum, and Taser marks.
South Korea's former President Yoon Suk Yeol has been cleared of perjury charges related to his testimony in the insurrection case against ex-Prime Minister Han Duck-soo.
South Korea's Defence Minister Ahn Gyu-Back is heading to Singapore this week for the 23rd Asia Security Summit. He will deliver remarks on Seoul's defence policy and hold bilateral meetings with counterparts from Japan, Australia, and other regional partners.
Six Chinese nationals have been given life sentences by a Cambodian court for the torture and murder of a South Korean student who was involved with a fraudulent operations hub.
Dong Guangping, a 68-year-old Chinese dissident and ex-policeman, has reached South Korea by rubber boat. The longtime Beijing critic and human rights advocate is expected to seek political asylum.
Three workers died when a Seoul overpass being demolished collapsed on Tuesday. Multiple government agencies have launched investigations into potential safety violations, while rail services remain disrupted across the region.
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South Korean singer-songwriter Lee Mu-jin has sued his management company Big Planet Made, demanding contract termination and resolution of unpaid financial obligations.
South Korea's foreign ministry planned to unveil results of its investigation into an attack on the HMM Namu cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on May 4, with First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoon-joo heading the briefing.
SK Hynix became the third major memory chipmaker to reach a $1 trillion market value, joining Samsung and Micron as artificial intelligence drives unprecedented demand for high-end semiconductors.
Samsung Electronics' consumer division union has petitioned a South Korean court to halt voting on a government-brokered pay agreement, arguing it unfairly favours chip division workers with substantially larger bonuses.
South Korean retail giant Shinsegae saw shares decline after chairman Chung Yong-jin apologized for a Starbucks Korea campaign that referenced a 1980 military suppression of democracy activists.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has committed to advancing the peace initiatives of late President Roh Moo-hyun during a memorial service marking 17 years since Roh's death. Lee emphasised his administration's dedication to peaceful coexistence with North Korea.
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A South Korean YouTuber has appeared in court in Seoul facing allegations of fabricating artificial intelligence-generated voice clips and fake messages to make false claims about actor Kim Soo-hyun's dating history.
A light aircraft crashed in Haenam, South Korea on Saturday afternoon, leaving two people with serious injuries. The aircraft was flying between Muan Airport and Sani Airfield when it went down.
South Korea's government aims to deliver 90,000 rental housing units for youths in the greater Seoul region within the next two years as part of a push to stabilise the property market and address affordability challenges.
The Pinkfong Company's 'Baby Shark' has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first character-based intellectual property song to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify, joining elite company alongside global superstars.
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South Korea's civil servant unions have initiated a boycott of Starbucks Korea following a promotional event that revived painful memories of the 1980 Gwangju uprising military crackdown, with the Interior Minister pledging to avoid the chain during official functions.
A high school teacher in his 50s who had reported corruption at his school was discovered dead near an apartment complex in Incheon on Wednesday. Police say there are no apparent signs of foul play.
Samsung Electronics reached a last-minute pay deal to avert a strike at its Pyeongtaek chip complex, bringing relief to South Korea's economy. However, the agreement has exposed divisions among workers, with memory chip staff receiving substantially higher bonuses than colleagues in other divisions.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has denounced Israel's interception of aid vessels destined for Gaza, calling the seizures inhumane and a violation of international law. Two ships carrying South Korean activists were stopped by Israeli forces.
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South Korea's transport ministry is investigating a security breach at Incheon International Airport after a 9cm kitchen knife slipped through screening on an Etihad Airways flight to Abu Dhabi.
South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun has indicated that the investigation into the May 4 attack on the HMM Namu in the Strait of Hormuz is nearly complete. The government plans to release findings once the probe concludes, though identifying the perpetrator remains challenging.