Los Angeles - Kim Ha-seong of the San Diego Padres delivered a standout performance by hitting a home run off Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Los Angeles Dodgers' star pitcher, during Friday's game at Dodger Stadium. According to Yonhap News Agency, this k...
U.S. Envoy to Affirm Security Commitments and Dialogue Openness at DMZ
Seoul - During an upcoming visit to the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) next week, the United States' top envoy to the U.N., Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, will underscore the steadfast security alliance with South Korea and express readiness for dialog...
South Korea, U.S., and Japan to Boost Trilateral Cooperation with New Talks
Seoul - South Korea and the United States are set to enhance their economic partnership through upcoming bilateral and trilateral discussions, including with Japan, as confirmed by a senior Seoul official on Friday. According to Yonhap News Agency,...
Clear Skies Over South Korea with a Cloudy Spot in Jeju
Seoul - Saturday's weather forecast promises clear skies across South Korea, with temperatures ranging from 9 to 28 degrees Celsius in major cities. According to Yonhap News Agency, most cities including Seoul, Incheon, and Busan will enjoy sunny w...
Pyongyang and Beijing Celebrate 75 Years of Diplomacy with Friendship Year Launch
Pyongyang - North Korea and China commenced the "year of DPRK-China friendship" with a ceremony in Pyongyang, aiming to strengthen their long-standing ties, reported the Korean Central News Agency on Saturday. The event, held at the East Pyongyang Gra...
South Korean President to Appoint New Chief of Staff Following Election Setback
Seoul - President Yoon Suk Yeol is poised to appoint a new chief of staff as early as Sunday, following a significant electoral loss for his party earlier this week. According to Yonhap News Agency, this move aims to recalibrate the administration ...
Student Loan Defaults in South Korea Reach 11-Year High Amid Economic Uncertainty
Seoul - The nonredemption rate for student loans in South Korea has escalated to the highest level in over a decade, reported the National Tax Service on Saturday. In 2023, approximately 66.1 billion won (US$47.8 million) worth of employment-contingen...
Pyongyang Enhances Diplomatic Ties with Beijing During Zhao Leji’s Visit
Pyongyang - On Saturday, Zhao Leji, China's top legislator, met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to discuss strengthening bilateral relations. According to Yonhap News Agency, this meeting is part of a broader effort to enhance cooperation as t...