Tag Archives: South Korea

Jeju Air Flight Crashes, 179 Dead, Two Survivors

MUAN — A devastating plane crash at Muan International Airport has claimed the lives of 179 people, with only two survivors, both flight crew members, managing to escape the wreckage. The Boeing 737-800 flight, operated by Jeju Air, was arriving … Continue reading Jeju Air Flight Crashes, 179 Dead, Two Survivors

At Least 96 Dead as Plane Crashes in South Korea

MUAN – A devastating plane crash at Muan Airport in southwestern South Korea has claimed the lives of at least 96 people, with 181 individuals on board. The Jeju Air passenger plane, coming from Bangkok, attempted to land at the … Continue reading At Least 96 Dead as Plane Crashes in South Korea

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached

SEOUL — The National Assembly has impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol following a controversial attempt to impose martial law earlier this year, triggering a political crisis in the country. On Saturday, lawmakers voted overwhelmingly, with 204 in favor … Continue reading South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Impeached

South Korea: President Yoon Suk Yeol Resists Impeachment

SEOUL – Despite mounting pressure and growing opposition, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol appears determined to hold onto power, at least for now, as the nation grapples with the fallout from his disastrous attempt to impose martial law earlier … Continue reading South Korea: President Yoon Suk Yeol Resists Impeachment

BREAKING: President Yoon Lifts Martial Law Amid Protests

SEOUL – In a dramatic turn of events, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol reversed his declaration of martial law just hours after its imposition, following widespread public outcry and heated protests in parliament. The initial move, announced in a … Continue reading BREAKING: President Yoon Lifts Martial Law Amid Protests

BREAKING: South Korea Declares Martial Law

SEOUL – In a surprise announcement late last night, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared a state of martial law across the nation. The unexpected move, delivered in a televised address, cited the need to safeguard the country from … Continue reading BREAKING: South Korea Declares Martial Law

Indonesia Races to Become Southeast Asia’s EV Hub

JAKARTA – Indonesia is fast emerging as a key player in the electric vehicle (EV) market, thanks to its strategic investments and ambitious plans to become a regional hub for sustainable mobility. In a significant boost to its EV ambitions, … Continue reading Indonesia Races to Become Southeast Asia’s EV Hub

Super Typhoon “Kong-rey” Causes Widespread Devastation

MANILA/TAIPEI/SEOUL/TOKYO – As super typhoon “Kong-rey” continues its path through East Asia, it has left a trail of destruction in the Philippines, Taiwan, and South Korea, prompting urgent preparations in Japan for the storm’s arrival. In the Philippines, “Kong-rey” unleashed … Continue reading Super Typhoon “Kong-rey” Causes Widespread Devastation

Korea Independent Film Festival opens in Berlin

BERLIN – Last Friday, the “Korea Independent Film Festival” (October 25 to November 4) was inaugurated for the eighth time at the historic Babylon cinema in Berlin. This year’s festival features 10 Korean films, consisting of 7 feature films and … Continue reading Korea Independent Film Festival opens in Berlin

North Korea officially declares South Korea an enemy

PYONGYANG – In an unprecedented amendment to its constitution, North Korea has declared South Korea its principal enemy. This development marks a dramatic turning point in the already tense relations between the two countries on the Korean Peninsula. The state … Continue reading North Korea officially declares South Korea an enemy