South Korea sees marriages fall by half, births down two-thirds, more foreign spouses
By The Korea Herald The findings further point to fewer marriages for people in their 20s, later childbirths, a rise in international marital unions, and the lowest fertility rate among advanced economies.
South Korean military to boost unmanned capabilities by training 500,000 ‘drone warriors’
By The Korea Herald The move underscores the growing role of unmanned systems in modern warfare and the country’s drive to foster a domestic drone industry.
Seoul to unveil South Korea’s first self-driving shuttle in September
By The Korea Herald The self-driving bus, which has no driver's seat or steering wheel, is equipped with U-shaped seats, a large screen displaying information and a wheelchair lift.
South Korea-Czech nuclear deal advances despite court injunction
By The Korea Herald South Korea and the Czech Republic reaffirmed their commitment on Wednesday to advance their $18 billion nuclear power plant construction deal and expand cooperation across key industrial sectors
Deepfakes cast shadow over South Korea’s presidential election
By The Korea Herald These videos feature leading presidential contenders, including main opposition leader Rep. Lee Jae-myung and ruling party figures such as Han Dong-hoon and Rep. Ahn Cheol-soo, in manipulated scenarios designed to ridicule or discredit them.
Over 50,000 sign petition vs entertainment YouTubers following actress Kim Sae-ron’s death
By The Korea Herald The petition, posted on the National Assembly’s petition page on Feb. 24, called on the parliament to introduce regulatory measures against malicious videos uploaded by the YouTubers-turned-reporters.
South Korea, Europe draw closer, as US President Trump’s return reshapes security order
By The Korea Herald The country holds its 1st space security dialogue with the EU, and launches an Indo-Pacific dialogue with Germany.
Preparations for US-North Korea talks ‘well underway’ in Washington: lawmaker
By The Korea Herald Democratic Party of Korea Rep. Chung Dong-young on Monday said that with President Trump’s bold approach to making deals, “I think we may start to see something concrete within this year.”
South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron, 24, found dead
By The Korea Herald The police are investigating the cause of her death, but said they had not discovered a sign of a break-in as of press time.
Retired men are main demographic at Korea’s libraries. Why?
By The Korea Herald Public libraries serve as essential spaces for elderly men seeking knowledge and routine.
South Korea’s ‘imperial presidency’: how it became threat to democracy
By The Korea Herald Momentum building for reform of 1987 Constitution, with sharp focus on curbing presidential power
Prosecution files again to extend Yoon’s detention after court rejection
By The Korea Herald Court rejects prosecution's request, citing lack of clear authority to conduct supplementary investigations transferred from Corruption Investigation Office.
Why are Jeju Air crash victims’ families targeted by online hate?
By The Korea Herald Social media platforms and online communities have been inundated with hateful comments and false narratives about the victims and their families.
Most on board dead after worst-ever aviation disaster in South Korea
By The Korea Herald The ill-fated flight had a total of 175 passengers and six crew members. Among the passengers, there were 82 males and 93 females.
‘Bird stuck in wing,’ passenger on crashed plane says in texts to family
By The Korea Herald “A bird is stuck in the wing, and we can’t land. Just now. Should I leave my last words?” the passenger said in a text conversation with a relative.