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Seoul might be living in the future but South Korea’s islands say not so fast
As few Seoulites flee the city in summer, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore the country’s timeless archipelago – ...
Americans may aspire to single-family homes, but in South Korea, apartments are king
South Korea’s middle-class dream of home ownership? It's not a house with a white picket fence — it's an apartment.
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The Highest Peak In Mainland South Korea Is A Wildlife Sanctuary With Temples And Stunning Views
For an epic hike that includes ornate temples, panoramic views, and perhaps even a moon bear sighting, head to South Korea's ...
South Korea police raid offices of K-pop powerhouse HYBE over share probe
South Korean police raided offices at the headquarters of K-pop agency HYBE on Thursday over allegations of unfair share ...
South Korea's Samsung Biologics, Celltrion log stellar performances
Among high achievers are biopharmaceutical contract manufacturers in South Korea -- Samsung Biologics and Celltrion, both ...
Barcelona’s pre-season friendlies in South Korea to go ahead as per plans
Following the unexpected cancellation of their pre-season friendly in Japan, FC Barcelona’s tour of South Korea will go ahead ...
In South Korea's 'apple county', farmers beg not to be sacrificed for US trade deal
The apples grown in the South Korean county of Cheongsong in the country's southeast are so renowned for their flavour that ...
South Korea sees record growth in birth rate this year
South Korea recorded its largest-ever gain in birth rate over the first five months of the year, its statistics agency said ...
South Korea Q2 GDP +0.6% Q/q, Stronger Than Expected
Gross domestic product expanded 0.6% in the April-June period from a quarter earlier on a seasonally adjusted basis, after ...
US continues to have 'productive' talks with South Korea to reduce 'unfair' trade barriers: White House
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump's administration continues to have "productive" negotiations with South Korea to reduce ...