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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

The Chief Justice Jo Hee-dae Itself Is Unconstitutional [Morning Light]

The article criticizes Chief Justice Jo Hee-dae for failing to recognize the seriousness of issues within the judiciary, as evidenced by the resignation of Park Young-jae and ongoing public discontent.

Mar 1 β€’ 06:23 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

The South Korean director Park Chan-wook will head the jury at the Cannes Festival

South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been appointed as the president of the jury for this year's Cannes Festival scheduled for May.

Feb 28 β€’ 15:55 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

For the first time in the history of the festival.. a Korean director heads the jury of Cannes

For the first time in Cannes history, South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been selected to head the jury for the prestigious festival.

Feb 27 β€’ 10:30 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Park Chan-wook to preside over Cannes jury, a first for Korean cinema

South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been appointed to lead the jury at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, marking a historic moment for Korean cinema.

Feb 27 β€’ 08:37 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Judicial 3 Laws' Bring Frustration to the Judiciary... Park Young-jae Resigns as Head of the Court Administration Office

South Korea's Supreme Court Justice Park Young-jae announced his resignation as head of the Court Administration Office amid the controversial passage of the 'Judicial 3 Laws' led by the ruling Democratic Party.

Feb 27 β€’ 07:27 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking] Park Young-jae, Chief of the Court Administration Office, Resigns in Protest of the Enforcement of the 'Three Judicial Laws'

Park Young-jae, the Chief of the Court Administration Office, has resigned in protest against the enforcement of the 'Three Judicial Laws' pushed by the ruling Democratic Party.

Feb 27 β€’ 05:06 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
Life & Tech

South Korean director Park Chan-wook to lead Cannes festival jury

Park Chan-wook, renowned South Korean filmmaker, has been appointed to lead the jury at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.

Feb 26 β€’ 17:02 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
World

Filmmaker Park Chan-wook to Chair Jury at the Next Cannes Festival

Filmmaker Park Chan-wook will be the first South Korean to chair the jury at the Cannes Film Festival, succeeding French actress Juliette Binoche.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:25 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Park Jeong-hwan loses in the second match of the finals of the World Go Championship with a prize of 400 million won... Final match with Wang Xinghao on the 27th

Park Jeong-hwan, the second-ranked Go player in Korea, lost to China's Wang Xinghao in the second match of the finals of the World Go Championship, leading to a decisive final match on the 27th.

Feb 26 β€’ 10:54 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
World

South Korean director Park Chan-wook to head the jury of the Cannes Film Festival

Park Chan-wook has been appointed as the president of the jury for the Cannes Film Festival, marking a historic first for South Korean cinema.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:54 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
World

It has been announced who will lead the Cannes Film Festival jury

This will be the first time a South Korean will head the jury, symbolizing a deepening connection between the festival and Korean cinema.

Feb 26 β€’ 09:51 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

β€˜Review of Park Jin-kyung’s Veteran Status’... Jeju 4Β·3 Memorial Committee Says, β€˜Welcome Even If Late’

The Jeju 4Β·3 Memorial Committee welcomed the announcement that the Ministry of Veterans Affairs will re-evaluate the veteran status of Colonel Park Jin-kyung, who led a crackdown during the Jeju 4Β·3 incident.

Feb 26 β€’ 05:37 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Park Chan-wook, president of the Cannes Film Festival jury 2026

South Korean director Park Chan-wook has been appointed president of the jury for the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.

Feb 26 β€’ 04:02 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Ministry of Veterans Affairs to Reassess the Registration of Colonel Park Jin-kyung as a National Beneficiary from β€˜4Β·3 Fierce Suppression’

The South Korean Ministry of Veterans Affairs has decided to completely reassess the registration of Colonel Park Jin-kyung, who is associated with allegations of harsh suppression of civilians during the Jeju April 3 incident.

Feb 26 β€’ 02:41 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Disclosure of a Letter from Lee Hee-ho to President Park Chung-hee and Related Materials

Lee Hee-ho's letter to President Park Chung-hee from 1978, detailing her concerns about her husband Kim Dae-jung's imprisonment, has been disclosed by Yonsei University's Kim Dae-jung Library to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March 1st Declaration.

Feb 26 β€’ 02:06 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Chung-Ang University Holds Inauguration Ceremony for 17th President Park Se-hyun

Chung-Ang University inaugurated Professor Park Se-hyun as its 17th president, emphasizing collaboration and innovative educational strategies.

Feb 26 β€’ 01:31 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Park Jeong-hoon criticizes military prosecutors in trial over 'insubordination' charges as 'hounds of power'

Former Marine Corps investigator Park Jeong-hoon criticized military prosecutors as 'hounds of power' during his trial related to charges of insubordination after revealing pressure from former President Yoon Seok-youl.

Feb 25 β€’ 10:15 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)
National & Local

Starting the National Judges' Conference on the 'Three Judicial Reform Bills'... Park Young-jae states 'It directly affects the protection of citizens' rights'

A nationwide judges' conference has been convened to discuss the three judicial reform bills pushed by the Democratic Party of Korea, which aim to reshape the relationship between the judiciary and citizen rights.

Feb 25 β€’ 05:33 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

β€˜Park Hae-min hits 3 singles’ WBC team wins against Kia... three consecutive wins after losing one practice match

The South Korean national baseball team, led by manager Ryu Ji-hyun, maintained their momentum by achieving a comeback victory against the Kia Tigers in a practice match.

Feb 24 β€’ 07:16 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Healing in Nature... 43.31 million visitors to National Parks last year, with Bukhansan being the most popular

Last year, visitor numbers to South Korea's national parks rose to 43.31 million, with Bukhansan National Park drawing the highest attendance.

Feb 24 β€’ 03:09 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

β€˜Ban on Yoon Seok-youl Leaving the Country’ Reported to National Assembly... Park Sung-jae Asks, 'Did You Collude with the Opposition?'

Former Minister of Justice Park Sung-jae reprimanded a Justice Ministry official for revealing ex-President Yoon Seok-youl's travel ban to the National Assembly, suggesting possible collusion with the opposition party.

Feb 23 β€’ 08:58 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Park Soo-hyun: 'It is harsh to let young politician Kim Nam-guk stay at home'

Park Soo-hyun, spokesman for the Democratic Party of Korea, defends Kim Nam-guk's appointment as a spokesperson despite recent controversies surrounding him.

Feb 23 β€’ 08:23 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Park Sung-jae Silent on Need to Review Proclamation Order on the Day of Martial Law

During a Ministry of Justice meeting shortly after the declaration of martial law, former Minister Park Sung-jae reportedly remained silent on calls to review the constitutionality and legality of the order.

Feb 23 β€’ 06:37 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon Shares Posts by Park Chan-dae After Jeon Jae-soo, Controversy Over 'Mindfulness' Promotion Ahead of Local Elections

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol is being scrutinized for sharing posts from Democratic Party candidates shortly before local elections, raising concerns of favoritism.

Feb 22 β€’ 13:37 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon welcomes the return of independence activist Ahn Jung-geun's writings

President Yoon Seok-youl expresses support for the return of historical writings by independence activist Ahn Jung-geun, while sharing a post from Park Chan-dae, a candidate for the Incheon mayoral election.

Feb 22 β€’ 01:18 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A hippopotamus emerged from the water and overturned a boat: the shocking video of the attack

A video posted by The Digital Ark shows a hippopotamus overturning a boat, highlighting the potential dangers posed by these animals in Southern Africa.

Feb 21 β€’ 18:10 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Short Track Speed Skater Park Jiwoo Finishes 21st in Women's 1500m... Im Ri-won 28th

South Korean speed skater Park Jiwoo placed 21st in the women’s 1500m event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, while her teammate Im Ri-won finished in 28th place.

Feb 20 β€’ 18:07 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Park Na-rae apologizes after first inquiry as a defendant: 'I will correct the false parts'

TV personality Park Na-rae finishes a 7-hour investigation regarding various allegations, including manager abuse and medical law violations, expressing intent to clarify falsehoods.

Feb 20 β€’ 14:36 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Police Investigate Park Na-rae as the First Accused in Violations of the Medical Law

Police are currently investigating broadcaster Park Na-rae for alleged violations of the medical law and special injury.

Feb 20 β€’ 10:29 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Zimbabwe: Late Former President Mugabe's Son Chatunga Arrested in Johannesburg After Shooting Employee

Bellarmine Chatunga, son of the late Zimbabwean President Mugabe, has been arrested in Johannesburg after allegedly shooting an employee during a domestic dispute.

Feb 20 β€’ 05:29 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
Crime & Justice

Former NSW MP Rory Amon faces trial over allegations he abused 13-year-old in car park bathroom

Rory Amon, a former New South Wales MP, is on trial for allegedly abusing a 13-year-old boy in a bathroom in 2017, claiming he was unaware of the boy's age when they met.

Feb 20 β€’ 03:44 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
Crime & Justice

South Africa: One of the sons of former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe arrested for attempted murder

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the youngest son of the late former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, has been arrested in South Africa for allegedly shooting and critically injuring a gardener at his home in Hyde Park.

Feb 19 β€’ 23:58 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Critical Realism of Leon Hirszman and Park Kwang-su Reviewed in Exhibition

A Brazilian exhibition highlights the works of directors Leon Hirszman and Park Kwang-su, showcasing the cinematic evolution in Brazil and South Korea.

Feb 19 β€’ 20:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Robert Mugabe's Son Arrested After Security Guard Shot in Hyde Park

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, son of the late Zimbabwean president, was arrested for allegedly shooting a security guard during an argument in Johannesburg.

Feb 19 β€’ 14:40 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Nationalization of Hyochang Park: What History Should We Remember?

The article discusses the significance of Hyochang Park, exploring its historical legacy and the implications of its potential nationalization as a national cemetery in South Korea.

Feb 18 β€’ 07:25 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Telstra investigated for environmental breaches in SA national park

Telstra is under investigation for allegedly conducting unauthorized land clearing and potentially spreading a noxious weed in a South Australian national park.

Feb 17 β€’ 20:13 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Latest search for Gus ends without further clues

Police have found no evidence in their continued search for missing boy Gus Lamont following a recent two-day investigation.

Feb 17 β€’ 19:36 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
World

Tourist Mysteriously Disappeared – Believed to Have Been Killed for Her Body Parts

A 71-year-old British tourist named Lorna McSorley has mysteriously vanished near Kruger National Park in South Africa, with fears that she may have been the victim of a sinister ritualistic killing.

Feb 16 β€’ 23:58 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Police likely 'looking for a motive' as Gus search continues, ex-detective says

Police are renewing their search for four-year-old Gus Lamont in South Australia, focusing on potential motives behind his disappearance.

Feb 16 β€’ 19:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: New Species Discovered At Richtersveld National Park

Scientists have discovered several new insect species in Richtersveld National Park, highlighting the park's biodiversity.

Feb 16 β€’ 14:33 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Guardian Australia
National & Local

Gus Lamont: police return to South Australia home of missing four-year-old in search for new evidence

Police have returned to the home of missing four-year-old Gus Lamont to search for new evidence after identifying a suspect in his disappearance.

Feb 16 β€’ 01:54 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

SA Police return to remote station in search for missing boy Gus Lamont

South Australian police return to Oak Park Station to continue the search for missing four-year-old Gus Lamont as part of ongoing investigation efforts.

Feb 15 β€’ 22:41 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Sky News
Crime & Justice

Three arrested on suspicion of murder after man in his 20s stabbed to death in retail park

Three individuals have been arrested following a fatal stabbing of a man in his 20s at a retail park in Croydon, South London.

Feb 15 β€’ 19:48 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Jeon Du-hwan, Park Geun-hye, Yoon Seok-yeol... Should we hang their photos at the National Power party headquarters?

A debate arises within South Korea's National Power party regarding the exhibition of former presidents' photos, particularly those with controversial legacies.

Feb 14 β€’ 23:01 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Crime & Justice

Rapist who held woman at knifepoint in underground car park guilty 40 years on

David Hill has been found guilty of raping a woman at knifepoint in Sheffield 40 years ago, with new DNA evidence leading to his conviction.

Feb 13 β€’ 15:54 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Foreign Minister Park Jin visits Camp Humphreys for the first time in six years, reaffirming unshakeable alliance defense posture

Foreign Minister Park Jin's visit to Camp Humphreys marks the first by a South Korean Foreign Minister in six years, emphasizing unwavering support for the US-South Korea alliance and military cooperation.

Feb 13 β€’ 07:06 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
Life & Tech

β€˜There is no other option’: the drama of unemployment, as it has never been told

South Korean director Park Chan-wook adapts the novel 'The Ax' into a black comedy exploring the lives of long-term unemployed individuals.

Feb 13 β€’ 04:30 UTC
πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

You Young-ha: Am I Making Park Geun-hye a Puppet? I Will Punish Them to the End

You Young-ha, a member of the National Assembly and candidate for the Daegu mayoral election, threatens legal action against claims that he controls former President Park Geun-hye.

Feb 13 β€’ 01:50 UTC

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