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πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Jae's Oscar Dress is 'Royal Garb of the Korean Empire'... Emblazoned with Golden Mugunghwa

Composer and singer Lee Jae's dress at the Oscars, inspired by the royal attire of the Korean Empire, has attracted attention as he won the Best Original Song award for 'Golden' from the film 'K-Pop Demon Hunters.'

Mar 17 β€’ 08:50 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

The President of South Korea Celebrates the Two Oscars of 'KPop Demon Hunters'

The South Korean film 'KPop Demon Hunters' has won two Oscars, prompting a proud response from President Lee Jae-myung.

Mar 16 β€’ 21:30 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Keduhun, which won an Oscar, celebrates with K-Pop + pansori + samulnori

The Netflix animation 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' won two awards at the 98th Academy Awards, including Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song, celebrated by Korean director Maggie Kang and the creative team.

Mar 16 β€’ 09:20 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korean won surpasses 1500 against the dollar for the first time in 17 years due to high oil prices

The Korean won has crossed the 1500 mark against the dollar for the first time in 17 years amid rising global oil prices and a strong dollar.

Mar 16 β€’ 07:35 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ NRK
World

The winner of the best animated film is 'Kpop Demon Hunters'

The animated film 'Kpop Demon Hunters' won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature at the 2026 Academy Awards, celebrated by actress Arden Cho.

Mar 15 β€’ 23:33 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government to Prepare Up to 20 Trillion Won Supplementary Budget by April in Response to High Oil Prices and Inflation

The South Korean government, following President Yoon Suk-yeol's directive, is moving swiftly to prepare a supplementary budget of up to 20 trillion won to address the economic impact of rising oil prices and inflation.

Mar 15 β€’ 10:27 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Justice wins 325 billion won international investment dispute with Schindler, also to receive 9.6 billion won in legal fees back

The South Korean government successfully won an international investment dispute against the Swiss global escalator company Schindler, which dismissed Schindler's claims for compensation.

Mar 15 β€’ 09:16 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

South Korean government wins $320 million in Schindler ISDS case... 'We won 100%'

The South Korean government has won an international investment dispute case against Swiss elevator company Schindler, successfully dismissing a compensation claim worth approximately 320 billion KRW.

Mar 14 β€’ 05:07 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Report Gas Price Gouging: President Says 'Hello! 1976 Won'

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung urges citizens to report gas price gouging as a new price ceiling law takes effect, leading to mixed public reactions on social media.

Mar 13 β€’ 08:34 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korean won-dollar exchange rate rises to 1490 won again, up 27.2 won in two days.

The Korean won-dollar exchange rate has surged to 1493.7 won as a result of rising international oil prices and a strengthening dollar.

Mar 13 β€’ 07:59 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

National gasoline prices drop by 26 won... Minister of Industry says 'price cap effect is visible'

The South Korean government announced a decrease in gasoline prices on the first day of the price cap policy, with an average drop of 26 won per liter at gas stations nationwide.

Mar 13 β€’ 07:24 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government, following President Lee's directive, forgoes the weekend and begins preparing the supplementary budget... with a possible maximum of 20 trillion won

The South Korean government is preparing a supplementary budget of up to 20 trillion won, prompted by President Lee's directive for swift economic support amidst significant excess tax revenues.

Mar 13 β€’ 06:13 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

[Photo] Wheelchair Curling Valued Silver Medal β€˜Baek Hye-jin and Lee Yong-seok’

South Korean duo Baek Hye-jin and Lee Yong-seok won a silver medal in the mixed doubles wheelchair curling event at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics.

Mar 12 β€’ 07:19 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

'1 trillion won man' Soto, stop him... The Korean WBC's opponent in the quarterfinals is the Dominican Republic

The South Korean baseball team will face the Dominican Republic in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic after the Dominican team secured their spot by defeating Venezuela.

Mar 12 β€’ 04:13 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

February Foreign Stock Fund Outflow Approaches 20 Trillion Won... The Largest on Record

In February, foreign investors recorded a net outflow of approximately 19.6 trillion won from the South Korean stock market, marking the highest monthly outflow on record.

Mar 12 β€’ 03:02 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

South Korea's wheelchair curling mixed doubles wins silver medal after 16 years

The South Korean wheelchair curling mixed doubles team won a silver medal at the 2026 Winter Paralympics after a close final match against China.

Mar 11 β€’ 16:29 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Koo Yoon-cheol: If the maximum price system is implemented, oil prices will be at the level of 1,800 won

The South Korean government plans to implement a maximum price system for oil, which could reduce consumer prices to around 1,800 won per liter.

Mar 11 β€’ 10:36 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Three Medals in Four Days... 'Smiley' Kim Yoon-ji Sets New Record for Most Medals in Winter Paralympics

Kim Yoon-ji won a silver medal in cross-country skiing at the Winter Paralympics, setting a new record for the most medals by a South Korean athlete at a single Winter Paralympic event.

Mar 11 β€’ 10:36 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Goo Yoon-cheol: The maximum price system will be adjusted by the supply price of refiners... Review of abolition at the level of 1800 won

The South Korean government plans to implement a maximum price system for oil products by controlling the supply prices of refiners, intending to maintain the system until oil prices drop to pre-war levels around 1800 won.

Mar 11 β€’ 08:15 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

BTS RM donated 100 million won to publish a catalog of old Korean paintings scattered abroad

BTS leader RM's donation has facilitated the publication of a catalog showcasing traditional Korean paintings held in foreign institutions.

Mar 11 β€’ 07:05 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Bond Yields Surge Due to Rising Oil Prices, Hitting Highest Level in 2 Years

Rising global oil prices and the depreciation of the Korean won have driven South Korea's bond yields to a two-year high.

Mar 9 β€’ 08:06 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

β€˜Golden Duo’ Seo Seung-jae and Kim Won-ho, achieve consecutive Yonex Open victories after 40 years... "I’m happy to fulfill my dream"

South Korean badminton pair Seo Seung-jae and Kim Won-ho have achieved back-to-back victories at the Yonex Open, a feat not seen in 40 years in Korean badminton.

Mar 9 β€’ 06:20 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Bank of Korea renews currency swap contract with Swiss National Bank, strengthens foreign exchange safety net

The Bank of Korea has renewed its currency swap contract with the Swiss National Bank, maintaining the contract value at 10 billion Swiss francs, effectively increasing the limit of support for the Korean won due to the strong Swiss franc.

Mar 9 β€’ 05:45 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

β€˜Unlawful Support for Holding Company’ E-Land Retail's Fine Confirmed by Supreme Court

The South Korean Supreme Court has upheld a fine of approximately 1.4 billion won against E-Land Retail amidst allegations of unfair support to its financially troubled holding company.

Mar 9 β€’ 01:39 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

If the government had helped... After spending 5 million won, escaping alone through 3 countries in the Middle East

A South Korean travel agency representative recounts the difficult escape from the Middle East amid ongoing conflict, highlighting the lack of government assistance.

Mar 8 β€’ 09:13 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The War on Iran Shakes the South Korean Currency Against the Dollar

The South Korean won has seen significant fluctuations against the dollar, the highest since the COVID-19 pandemic, due to rising tensions in the Middle East.

Mar 8 β€’ 06:01 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lifelong Education Voucher of 350,000 Won per Year for Disadvantaged Groups... Applications Accepted from the 9th

The South Korean government is accepting applications for a lifelong education voucher program that supports 115,000 low-income adults, disabled individuals, and the elderly, providing annual funding of 350,000 won for educational purposes.

Mar 8 β€’ 00:26 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

β€˜If you give me one rice cake, I won’t eat you’ Lee Eok-bae’s β€˜Brother and Sister Story’ wins Special Award at Bologna Ragazzi Award

Lee Eok-bae's picture book 'Brother and Sister Story,' based on the traditional Korean tale, has won a Special Award at the Bologna Children's Book Fair.

Mar 6 β€’ 05:27 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Na Kyung-won 'Allegation of Soliciting Dismissal of Prosecutor Han Dong-hoon' Not Proven... 'No Punishment Regulations for Solicitation Without Compensation'

The police have concluded that there is insufficient evidence to support allegations that South Korean lawmaker Na Kyung-won solicited the dismissal of prosecution against her from former Justice Minister Han Dong-hoon.

Mar 6 β€’ 02:31 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

National Tax Service recovers 257.6 billion won from unfair tax evasion in stock market... 30 cases reported to prosecution

The Korean National Tax Service has recovered 257.6 billion won in unpaid taxes from fraudulent tax evasion practices in the stock market, leading to the prosecution of 30 individuals and companies involved.

Mar 5 β€’ 03:02 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Loans to Multiple Homeowners Reach 60,000 Cases, 103 Trillion Won...Half Concentrated in Seoul and Gyeonggi

The South Korean government is preparing strict loan regulations for multiple homeowners as the total loan balance exceeds 100 trillion won, with half concentrated in the capital and surrounding areas.

Mar 5 β€’ 01:51 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korean-Won to Dollar Exchange Rate Drops to 1460 Won, Easing Fears of Financial Market from Middle East

The South Korean won strengthened against the dollar, decreasing to 1460 won amid easing geopolitical risks related to negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.

Mar 5 β€’ 01:16 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Salary of 230,000 Won under CCTV Surveillance"... The 'Nightmare' of Foreign Workers in Oyster Farms Over Three Months

Foreign workers in a South Korean oyster farm faced exploitation, reportedly receiving a meager salary of 230,000 won while being subjected to severe working conditions and surveillance.

Mar 4 β€’ 08:15 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Foreigners Exit Stock Market, Oil Prices Surge, and Exchange Rate Exceeds 1500 Won Due to Oil Dependency

The South Korean won has seen a significant depreciation against the US dollar, surpassing 1500 won as a consequence of rising global tensions and a surge in oil prices, reflecting the country's heavy reliance on foreign oil.

Mar 4 β€’ 08:15 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The won-dollar exchange rate briefly exceeded 1,500 won during night trading, closing at 1,485.7 won

The won-dollar exchange rate temporarily surpassed 1,500 won for the first time in 17 years due to global dollar strength amid geopolitical tensions.

Mar 3 β€’ 23:27 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Won-Dollar Exchange Rate Surpasses 1500 Won for the First Time in 17 Years Since the Financial Crisis

The South Korean won-dollar exchange rate exceeded 1500 won for the first time since the global financial crisis in March 2009, primarily due to the effects of military conflicts between the U.S. and Iran.

Mar 3 β€’ 21:41 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Jung-hoo donates 100,000 won for each hit this year…supporting rehabilitation for children with disabilities

Korean baseball player Lee Jung-hoo commits to donating 100,000 won for each hit in the 2026 MLB season to support rehabilitation treatment for children with disabilities.

Mar 3 β€’ 02:59 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Park Ji-won: Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae Must Bear Responsibility and Resign

South Korean lawmaker Park Ji-won demands the resignation of Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae in light of recent controversies surrounding judicial reforms.

Mar 2 β€’ 00:35 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Life worth 7,000 won' before putting it in the cart [Jung Jin-a's different but together]

The article discusses the ethical implications of the low price of small animals like hamsters in South Korean supermarkets, reflecting society's valuation of life.

Mar 1 β€’ 08:44 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

High-precision maps, ultimately to Google... Is it a loss of 197 trillion won or an opportunity to attract tourists?

The South Korean government has approved the export of high-precision maps to Google, raising concerns about its impact on local industries but also highlighting potential benefits for the tourism sector.

Mar 1 β€’ 05:13 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon criticizes article about '25 billion won profit from Bundang apartment': 'What does a dog's eyes see?'

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol rebuked a media report accusing him of profiting 2.5 billion won from a real estate transaction, arguing that it unfairly portrays him as a speculative investor.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:09 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Chan-hyuk wins three awards at the Korean Popular Music Awards; folk punk band Chudaehyechagis wins Album of the Year

Lee Chan-hyuk of AKMU won three prestigious awards at the 23rd Korean Popular Music Awards, while folk punk band Chudaehyechagis took home the Album of the Year award for their sophomore album 'Minorities.'

Feb 27 β€’ 01:35 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Chairman Lee Joong-geun of Booyoung Group Grants Scholarships

Lee Joong-geun, chairman of Booyoung Group, awarded scholarships worth approximately 408 million won to 102 international students from 32 countries during the scholarship ceremony held at the Korean Chamber of Commerce in central Seoul.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:44 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

This Year's ODA Scale Confirmed at 5.4375 Trillion Won, Reduced by 1 Trillion from Last Year

The South Korean government has confirmed this year's Official Development Assistance (ODA) budget at 5.4375 trillion won, a reduction of 1 trillion won compared to last year.

Feb 26 β€’ 08:33 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

15,000 Won Basic Income for Rural Areas, First Payment Today

The Korean Ministry of Agriculture announces the first payment of 15,000 Won basic income to residents of rural areas as part of a pilot program aimed at revitalizing these communities.

Feb 26 β€’ 03:16 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Park Jung-hwan, winning prize of 400 million won in the World Go Championship’s 1st match, successfully takes the initiative... Bogeum Park delivers a bouquet

Top-ranked Korean Go player Park Jung-hwan secured a significant victory in the first match of the World Go Championship, setting him on the path to win a prize of 400 million won.

Feb 25 β€’ 09:40 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

"Let's Open Coin Dating Savings"... 49 Arrested for Fishing Scam in Cambodia That Defrauded 10.5 Billion Won

A fishing scam organization based in Cambodia was caught after defrauding victims through fake online relationships, resulting in the arrest of 49 individuals by South Korean police.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:09 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Cheong Wa Dae Establishes National Safety Secretary Position, Appoints Lee Jong-won as Chief of Chungbuk Police

The South Korean government has announced the establishment of a National Safety Secretary position under the Office of Civil Affairs to enhance public safety and crime prevention.

Feb 25 β€’ 03:13 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Stock market explosion leads to 9 trillion won profit for securities firms last year; average daily trading in January-February hits 63 trillion won

Korean securities firms reported a record profit of approximately 9 trillion won last year, benefiting from a surge in daily trading volumes and increased overseas stock trading commissions.

Feb 25 β€’ 02:02 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government Approves First Petrochemical Restructuring Project... Provides 2.1 Trillion Won Support Package

The South Korean government has officially approved a restructuring plan for the country's petrochemical industry, marking the first project under this initiative with a support package exceeding 2.1 trillion won.

Feb 24 β€’ 23:07 UTC

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