South Korea police detain six Americans trying to send cash, rice to North Korea

SEOUL (Reuters) -South Korean police have detained six U.S. citizens who were attempting to deliver around 1,300 plastic bottles filled with rice, dollar notes and Bibles to North Korea, a police official said on Friday. The group had been trying...

South Korea arrests 6 Americans trying to send Bibles to North

A drone displaying anti-North Korea propaganda leaflets near the Demilitarised Zone dividing the two Koreas.PHOTO: AFP SEOUL – South Korean police on June 27 arrested six Americans attempting to send plastic bottles packed with rice and Bibles to...

Estonia's new ambassador to South Korea hoping to win hearts with karaoke

This August, diplomat Tanel Sepp will take up a new post as Estonian Ambassador to South Korea. Sepp told ERR he hopes to expand business relations, learn Korean and sing karaoke as a way to engage with the local culture. On June 26, President...

Tehran to host meeting of UNESCO-affiliated centers

TEHRAN - Iran has officially been selected to host the 2026 annual meeting of UNESCO Category 2 Centers active in the field of intangible cultural heritage. The announcement was made by Ali Darabi, Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism,...

How I got my job as… Co-Founder of this minimalist fashion brand from Seoul

Fashion This week, we speak with Co-founder of Common Kin, Akina Sultanova. This luxury fashion brand’s timeless designs are crafted for year round wear making them perfect for any season. Welcome to the Emirates Woman weekly series ‘How I got my...

South Korean woman pleads guilty to illegal re-entry into US

Michael DiGiacomo United State Attorney for the Western District of New York | Department of JusticeMichael DiGiacomo United State Attorney for the Western District of New York | Department of Justice A South Korean woman, Youngshin Nam, also...

Hyundai Motor Sales 2025: South Korean Carmaker Witnesses 1.5% Rise in June Sales Due to Increased Domestic and International Demand

Seoul, July 1: Hyundai Motor, South Korea's biggest carmaker, said on Tuesday its sales gained 1.5 per cent in June from a year earlier, thanks to increased demand both at home and abroad. Hyundai sold 358,891 vehicles last month, up from 353,566...

Cultural Bridge: South Korea Donates 121 Korean Language Books to Turkmenistan Institutions

On Thursday, June 26 2025, in a vibrant display of cultural exchange and educational partnership, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Turkmenistan generously donated a 55 Korean language books and 2 book-shelves to the Department of Korean...

President Sheikh Mohamed holds talks with President of South Korea

President Sheikh Mohamed on Tuesday discussed co-operation between the UAE and South Korea during a phone call with President Lee Jae-myung. The leaders held talks on joint action across sectors including economy, investment, energy, education,...

Crypto Survey Reveals 7 in 10 South Koreans Want to Increase Holdings

South Korean interest in digital assets is on the rise, with a significant number of retail investors planning to increase their crypto exposure over the coming year. A recent survey conducted by the Hana Financial Research Institute polled 1,000...

Lee Seo Yi passes away at 43: All you need to know about the South Korean actress

The sudden passing of South Korean actress Lee Seo Yi, also known by her birth name Song Soo Yeon, at the age of 43 has left fans and the industry in utter grief. Apart from the headline, there lies a story of a woman who lived with great...

Escape the heat wave: 8 must-visit indoor destinations to survive Seoul’s sweltering summer

When the summer sun turns up the heat in Seoul, with temperatures pushing past 37 degrees Celsius and humidity reaching around 80 percent, it is the perfect excuse to discover the city’s indoor attractions. Even as the Korea Meteorological...

25 LGBTQ+ Athletes You Need to Know About

Every moment of an athlete’s career—and oftentimes their personal lives—is placed on display, dissected by analysts, media, and in some instances, betting sites to determine what their future season could look like. With such a public profession,...

India's saree to South Korea's Hanbok: 7 traditional Asian outfits that blend culture, beauty, heritage

Goldman Sachs buys Seoul’s Mercure Hongdae Hotel

Goldman Sachs Alternatives has acquired the Mercure Ambassador Seoul Hongdae, a 270-room hotel and mixed-use retail property in one of Seoul’s busiest youth and tourist hubs, the firm said Thursday. The asset, part of Accor’s global Mercure brand,...

South Korea’s 2025 Presidential Election: Navigating Economic and Security Challenges amid Divisions

On June 3, South Korea ushered in a new chapter with the election of Lee Jae Myung as the country’s next president. With voter turnout the highest in 28 years and the largest margin between candidates, President Lee’s victory was quickly followed...

SKorea to end private adoptions after probe

SEOUL — South Korea is set to overhaul its adoption system on Saturday by ending its decades-old practice of outsourcing adoptions to private agencies, which has led to widespread allegations of abuse. South Korea, Asia’s fourth-largest economy...

South Korea Will Not Choose Between the US and China

Despite the hopes of many China-hawks in Washington DC, South Korea’s new president Lee Jae-myung of the Democratic Party is expected to pursue a foreign policy more open to engagement with China and North Korea. Signaling a departure from the...

The Ultimate Guide to Gangneung, South Korea: Things to Do, What to Eat & Possible Itineraries

Gangneung, nestled on South Korea’s east coast, offers a charming blend of experiences. You can chase sunrises on the beach, indulge in local delicacies, or explore filming locations beloved by Hallyu fans. Here’s your complete guide to making the...

Why countries like Russia and Iran are set to fail

President Donald J. Trump departs the White House and prepares to board Marine One Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, en route to Joint Base Andrews and ultimately heading to Charlotte, N.C. (Official White House Photo by Joyce N. Boghosian) President Trump is...