South Korea
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Paris Baguette Expands U.S. Presence, Boosts Global Halal Offerings
South Korean bakery-cafe chain Paris Baguette is opening a new location in Tarrant County, Texas, marking another step in its North American expansion. This move coincides with the company’s recent achievement of official halal certification for all its Singaporean outlets,…
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Choi Ga-On Claims Halfpipe Gold After Stunning Olympic Final Turnaround
South Korean snowboarder Gaon Choi, 17, secured Olympic gold in the women’s halfpipe in Livigno, Italy, with a dramatic final run of 90.25 points, overcoming two earlier falls to dethrone reigning champion Chloe Kim.
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Jung Eun-woo’s Final Post: A Signal Unrecognized?
South Korean actor Jung Eun-woo’s sudden death at 40 has prompted widespread mourning and intense scrutiny of his final Instagram post, which pop artist Nancy Lang and others now interpret as a potential signal of distress.
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Bithumb’s Bitcoin Error Sparks Calls for Global Regulatory Clarity
A massive Bitcoin misallocation at South Korea’s Bithumb exchange in February 2026 has become a crucial case study, intensifying global regulatory debates on asset custody and oversight for centralized crypto platforms.
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Bithumb Payout Error Amplifies Calls for Robust Digital Incident Response
A recent payout error at South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb has spurred financial authorities to scrutinize internal control systems, underscoring the critical importance of robust incident response plans for businesses amid rising digital threats.
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Seoul Conveyor Belt Sushi Ban Sparks Debate Over Customer Ordering
A family of four was banned from a Seoul conveyor belt sushi restaurant after ordering 30 plates of only two types of fish, igniting a public debate on customer rights and restaurant policies.
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Bae Na Ra, Han Jae Ah Confirm Relationship After Years of Shared Stage
South Korean actors Bae Na Ra and Han Jae Ah have officially confirmed their romantic relationship, with their agencies verifying the long-term romance that blossomed from their musical theater collaborations.
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South Korea’s Kospi Breaks 5,200 Barrier Amid Retail Investor Push
South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index closed at a historic high of 5,221.25 points on Thursday, January 29, 2026, driven by robust corporate earnings and significant buying from individual investors, signaling strong market optimism.
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Australia Culls Dingoes, South Korea Pigs Amid Distinct Public Threats
Authorities in Queensland, Australia, have begun culling dingoes linked to the tragic death of a Canadian tourist on K’gari Island, while South Korea intensifies its culling efforts against a spreading African Swine Fever outbreak, impacting thousands of pigs and raising…
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Cha Eun-woo Faces Tax Evasion Allegations, Brands Pull Campaigns
K-pop star and actor Cha Eun-woo is embroiled in a major tax evasion controversy in South Korea, with the National Tax Service demanding over 20 billion Korean won in additional income tax. The allegations, centering on an alleged ‘paper company’…
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South Korea’s KOSPI Reaches Record Peak Amid Hyundai’s Robotics and Physical AI Surge
South Korea’s KOSPI index achieved a record high, largely propelled by Hyundai Motor’s impressive gains fueled by its expanding ventures into robotics and artificial intelligence. The broader market saw significant rallies in dedicated robot manufacturers and chipmaking firms, driven by…
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Busan Fights Price Gouging Ahead of BTS Concert as ‘Arirang’ Album Nears Release
Busan city officials are implementing strict measures, including a QR-based reporting system and joint inspections, to combat soaring accommodation prices ahead of the highly anticipated BTS concert in June. This comes as the global sensation prepares to release their new…
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Solo Leveling Artist Jin Takes Hiatus for Military Service, New Talent Steps In Before Season 3
Fans of the global phenomenon ‘Solo Leveling’ are adjusting to a significant artistic transition as artist Jin announces a hiatus for mandatory military service. While a new talent from REDICE Studio prepares to take the reins, the series’ continuity remains…
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South Korea Mourns Ahn Sung-ki: A Cinematic Icon’s Final Farewell
South Korea bids a solemn farewell to beloved actor Ahn Sung-ki, a towering figure in the nation’s cinema for over six decades, at a poignant funeral ceremony in Seoul. Tributes poured in from across the film industry and beyond for…
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Ahn Sung-ki, ‘The Nation’s Actor,’ Dies at 74 After Illustrious 60-Year Career
South Korean cinema mourns the loss of Ahn Sung-ki, ‘The Nation’s Actor,’ who passed away at 74 after a long battle with blood cancer, leaving behind an unparalleled 60-year legacy and five Grand Bell Awards.