Cattle farmers in Korea reeling from solar panel policy: At noon on Aug. 6 in a rural village in Naju, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20261025/cattle-farmers-in-korea-reeling-from-solar-panel-policy

Korea's iconic trio still reigns: Kim Tae-hee, Song Hye-kyo and Jun Ji-hyun: Kim Tae-hee, Song Hye-kyo and Jun Ji-hyun — the three stars collectively nicknamed ...
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20261024/koreas-iconic-trio-still-reigns-kim-tae-hee-song-hye-kyo-and-jun-ji-hyun

Korean 'haenyeo' diver honored by UN for work in food systems, rural life: When Sung Jung-hee slips into the cold waters off Korea’s eastern coast ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/others/20261017/korean-haenyeo-diver-honored-by-un-for-work-in-food-systems-rural-life

Tradition isn't everything: Foreign nationals say cafes are most Korean places of all
koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/20261018/tradition-isnt-everything-foreign-nationals-say-cafes-are-most-korean-places-of-all

Female Marine stands guard on Korea's front-line island: When Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Yoo Mi-young was assigned to Udo Island, it was not the well-known tourist ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20261014/female-marine-stands-guard-on-koreas-front-line-island

Seoul Grand Park to unveil twin baby red pandas: Maru and Marong, twin red pandas born at Seoul Grand Park in the first successful breeding of the species in ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20261012/seoul-grand-park-to-unveil-twin-baby-red-pandas

In Korea, towns compete to host prisons as population declines: Local governments across Korea are competing to host prisons, once widely regarded as undesirable ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20261010/in-korea-towns-compete-to-host-prisons-as-population-declines

[INTERVIEW] Learning Korean? 3 people share what works for them: As Korea celebrates Hangeul Day's 100th anniversary this month, The Korea Times asked three ...
koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/koreanheritage/20261009/learning-korean-3-people-share-what-works-for-them
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Korea has no plans to follow US push to replace term AI with 'super intelligence'
koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20261008/korea-has-no-plans-to-follow-us-push-to-replace-term-ai-with-super-intelligence

What Netflix's 1st decade in Korea means for future of K-content: It has been 10 years since Netflix entered the Korean market. After moving beyond the days when ...
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20261003/what-netflixs-1st-decade-in-korea-means-for-future-of-k-content

Korea tracks passports to stop improper welfare payouts to families overseas: Korea is moving to close an administrative loophole that has allowed thousands of ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/health/20261001/korea-tracks-passports-to-stop-improper-welfare-payouts-to-families-overseas

A42: New bridge at the Herne interchange opened in record time: New A42 bridge at the Herne interchange opened: Built in record time thanks to innovative ...
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Korea abolishes Prosecutors' Office after 78 years, putting new criminal justice system to test
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20261002/korea-abolishes-prosecutors-office-after-78-years-putting-new-criminal-justice-system-to-test

Why Japan's average height stopped growing while Korea, China surged: Japan's average height has barely changed since the 1990s, falling behind Korea and China ...
koreatimes.co.kr/world/20260921/why-japans-average-height-stopped-growing-while-korea-china-surged

'Can't I cook in my own home?' Food odor complaint divides Korean apartment residents
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260918/cant-i-cook-in-my-own-home-food-odor-complaint-divides-korean-apartment-residents

Fu Bao's youngest sibling named Shu Bao, grows from 171g to 5.5kg: The youngest sibling of Fu Bao, the first giant panda born in Korea, has been named Shu Bao ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260911/fu-baos-youngest-sibling-named-shu-bao-grows-from-171g-to-55kg

Korea, Thailand team up to bust digital pirates: In a quiet residential neighborhood in Chiang Mai, Thailand, behind closed doors and high-speed internet ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260908/korea-thailand-team-up-to-bust-digital-pirates

Cafe ban on teenage boys sparks discrimination debate in Korea: A cafe in Korea has sparked debate after banning male middle and high school students ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260903/cafe-ban-on-teenage-boys-sparks-discrimination-debate-in-korea

Drug scene displaces community garden in Bremen: Benches, raised beds, and plenty of greenery were meant to foster a community garden at the Remberti roundabout ...
weser-kurier.de/bremen/politik/drogenszene-verdraengt-nachbarschaftsgarten-in-bremen-doc87etq7ywsfd1h14v1c6z

Vietnamese student's death exposes gaps in Korea's support for bereaved families: For families overseas, the death of an international student in Korea can mark ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260902/vietnamese-students-death-exposes-gaps-in-koreas-support-for-bereaved-families

Is my kimchi safe? China formaldehyde cabbage scandal puts Korea on alert: Chinese authorities have launched a nationwide food safety inspection after cabbage ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/health/20260824/is-my-kimchi-safe-china-formaldehyde-cabbage-scandal-puts-korea-on-alert

Should Korea cull stray cats to save birds?: As debate intensified over a YouTuber's campaign to ban the feeding of stray cats and reduce their population ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/environment-animals/20260821/should-korea-cull-stray-cats-to-save-birds

After 14 years with foreign inmates, correctional officer says crime has no nationality
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260821/after-14-years-with-foreign-inmates-correctional-officer-says-crime-has-no-nationality

Foreign tourists entering Korea stuck for up to 80 minutes at Incheon airport: Foreign travelers arriving in Korea through Incheon International Airport can ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/others/20260805/foreign-tourists-entering-korea-stuck-for-up-to-80-minutes-at-incheon-airport

Health care paradox: Korea achieves world-class longevity with fewest doctors among developed nations - The Korea Times
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/health/20260723/health-care-paradox-korea-achieves-world-class-longevity-with-fewest-doctors-among-developed-nations

Empty streets and restaurants at Moran Market signal end of dog meat era: A heat wave gripped Korea on Monday, two days before "chobok," traditionally believed ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260715/empty-streets-and-restaurants-at-moran-market-signal-end-of-dog-meat-era

Inquisition sweeps through Korean entertainment industry, tying stars to far-right online community
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/others/20260713/inquisition-sweeps-through-korean-entertainment-industry-tying-stars-to-far-right-online-community

[MORNING CALM TALES] 'Ppi-ppi': Korea's brief pager fad in the '90s: Before phones lived in our pockets — before they glowed, chirped, hummed, vibrated ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/globalcommunity/20260711/morning-calm-tales-ppi-ppi-koreas-brief-pager-fad-in-the-90s
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Elderly poverty rate falls below 40 percent for first time, but still highest in the OECD - The Korea Times
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260711/elderly-poverty-rate-falls-below-40-percent-for-first-time-but-still-highest-in-the-oecd

'Stop the bullying': Japan defends crucified Korean football manager after disastrous World Cup exit
koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260701/stop-the-bullying-japan-defends-crucified-korean-football-manager-after-disastrous-world-cup-exit

Ukraine FM reveals Russia wants swap between N. Korean POWs, Ukrainians: As Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha revealed Russia's proposal of exchanging ...
koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/northkorea/20260702/ukraine-fm-reveals-russia-wants-swap-between-n-korean-pows-ukrainians

Korea's World Cup team members guaranteed $52,000 payouts despite humiliating exit
koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20260629/koreas-world-cup-team-members-guaranteed-52000-payouts-despite-humiliating-exit

Mixed-race daughter Korea tried to send away is now helping adoptees return home: “578 Ganeung 3-dong, Uijeongbu, Gyeonggi Province. 3-tong, 2-ban ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260621/mixed-race-daughter-korea-tried-to-send-away-is-now-helping-adoptees-return-home

Why Korea's pregnancy seats are so hard for pregnant women to use: Pregnancy is often celebrated as the start of new life, but for many women it also brings ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260610/why-koreas-pregnancy-seats-are-so-hard-for-pregnant-women-to-use

Kim Soo-hyun returns with commercial shoot a year after controversy: Actor Kim Soo-hyun is set to resume activities in Korea with his first domestic project in ...
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20260608/kim-soo-hyun-returns-with-commercial-shoot-a-year-after-controversy

[FORUM] Ambassadors, business leaders gather to chart Korea's path as global AI leader
koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260609/forum-ambassadors-business-leaders-gather-to-chart-koreas-path-as-global-ai-leader
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Korea marks 1 year of visa, immigration policy reforms: Facing an acute demographic crisis that threatens both its high-tech factories and rural farms ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260608/korea-marks-1-year-of-visa-immigration-policy-reforms

Will liberal victories in education races reshape Korea's competitive education system?
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260603/could-korean-schools-become-less-competitive-liberals-dominate-education-races

Korea increases hotline staff for suicide prevention calls, boosts multilingual support
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/health/20260601/korea-increases-hotline-staff-for-suicide-prevention-calls-boosts-multilingual-support

Photo demands from parents are changing kindergarten classrooms in Korea: Day care teachers in Seoul are spending hours each day photographing students ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260513/photo-demands-from-parents-are-changing-kindergarten-classrooms-in-korea

How much should you give at a Korean wedding in 2026?: The average amount sent as wedding gift money by bank transfer in Korea rose to 117,000 won ($78 ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260515/how-much-should-you-give-at-a-korean-wedding-in-2026

Seoul doctor marks 53 years of free medical service at Joseph Clinic: Dr. Ko Young-cho climbed a narrow staircase in central Seoul’s Yongsan District ...
koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/people-events/20260513/seoul-doctor-marks-53-years-of-free-medical-service-at-joseph-clinic

Gen Z soldiers' plastic surgeries strain Korea's military readiness: First Lt. Kim, a platoon leader at a front-line South Korean Army unit in the capital region ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260511/gen-z-soldiers-plastic-surgeries-strain-koreas-military-readiness

‘The earlier, the better': More young Koreans marry sooner as views shift: “If we’re going to marry eventually, why put it off?” For Chu, who is set to become a ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260513/the-earlier-the-better-more-young-koreans-marry-sooner-as-views-shift

Korea recruits record 1,152 global creators to promote K-culture online: Korea is doubling down on its global cultural reach by enlisting more than 1 ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260507/korea-recruits-record-1152-global-creators-to-promote-k-culture-online

‘Not first class?' Idol Annie draws buzz for economy flight: K-pop fans are reacting with surprise after Annie, known for her family's ownership of one of ...
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/others/20260509/not-first-class-idol-annie-draws-buzz-for-economy-flight

Korea lowers visa hurdles for foreign workers to stave off shrinking workforce: The Ministry of Justice said Monday that it will ease several immigration and ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260504/korea-lowers-visa-hurdles-for-foreign-workers-to-stave-off-shrinking-workforce

[INTERVIEW] Korean adoptee to Sweden traces roots to ancient kingdom founder: Jenny Dargren, 51, a Korean adoptee to Sweden, says her yearslong search for her ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/globalcommunity/20260503/korean-adoptee-to-sweden-traces-roots-to-ancient-kingdom-founder
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Eric Nam bares panic disorder, health crisis led to shift away from Korea: Singer Eric Nam is opening up about a painful chapter behind his career pivot ...
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20260505/eric-nam-bares-panic-disorder-health-crisis-led-to-shift-away-from-korea

Korea unveils sweeping plan to cut plastic use, curb oil dependence: Korea is moving to break its reliance on oil-based plastics, unveiling an ambitious plan ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260428/korea-unveils-sweeping-plan-to-cut-plastic-use-curb-oil-dependence

Dongseo Trail set to open, drawing global spotlight as 'Korea's Santiago' pilgrimage
koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260503/dongseo-trail-set-to-open-drawing-global-spotlight-as-koreas-santiago-pilgrimage

As Korea cracks down on English kindergartens, Seoul districts open their own for free
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260428/as-korea-cracks-down-on-english-kindergartens-seoul-districts-open-their-own-for-free

Korea drew 2.05 mil. foreign visitors in March, up 26.7% from year ago: Korea drew 2.05 million foreign visitors in March, a 26.7 percent increase from a year ...
koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20260430/korea-drew-205-mil-foreign-visitors-in-march-up-267-from-year-ago

Drinking no longer default for Korea's Gen Z: On a recent weeknight near Seoul's Hongdae area in Mapo District, a group of students gathered at Yeokjeon Halmaek ...
koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/trends/20260428/drinking-no-longer-default-for-koreas-gen-z

Korea launches campaign urging fair treatment of immigrant workers: A new government-backed campaign seeks to change how workers are addressed on factory floors ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260427/korea-launches-campaign-urging-fair-treatment-of-immigrant-workers

Feeling isolated in Korea? Counseling options for foreign students: Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Many international students living in Korea ...
koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/trends/20260428/feeling-isolated-in-korea-counseling-options-for-foreign-students

Rapper Jerry.K dies at 42 after brain cancer battle: Jerry.K, a respected figure in Korea’s indie hip-hop scene, has died after a prolonged battle with brain ...
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/20260428/rapper-jerryk-dies-at-42-after-brain-cancer-battle

Montana joins growing list of US states waiving driving tests for Koreans: Drivers from Korea living in the U.S. state of Montana will soon be able to exchange ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260427/montana-joins-growing-list-of-us-states-waiving-driving-tests-for-koreans

Is Korea's tap water safe to drink?: “I personally prefer tap water. I’d say bottled water is as good as dead water.” That is the view of Choe Jae-cheon ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260425/is-koreas-tap-water-safe-to-drink

Iranian model in Korea criticizes Seoul's $500,000 aid package to Iran: An Iranian model and influencer based in Korea openly criticized the Korean government's ...
koreatimes.co.kr/foreignaffairs/others/20260416/iranian-model-in-korea-criticizes-seouls-500000-aid-package-to-iran

Why Korea's new religion bill is rattling Protestant churches: A proposed South Korean bill that would sanction religious groups accused of systematic political ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/politics/20260417/why-koreas-new-religion-bill-is-rattling-protestant-churches

1 cup a day: Korea launches nationwide push to cut plastic waste: Korea is spearheading a sweeping national campaign to curb plastic consumption ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20260414/1-cup-a-day-korea-launches-nationwide-push-to-cut-plastic-waste

How texture is shaping Korea's current food trends: On a recent weekend afternoon, Hwang In-woo, a university student in his 20s, found himself standing in line ...
koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20260402/how-texture-is-shaping-koreas-current-food-trends

Coupang accelerates Taiwan expansion as Korean exports gain momentum: Coupang, Korea’s largest online retailer, said Wednesday that it is intensifying its ...
koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260401/coupang-accelerates-taiwan-expansion-as-korean-exports-gain-momentum

Korea Times Spring Concert to feature maestro Chung Myung-whun: This year’s Korea Times Spring Concert will feature maestro Chung Myung-whun ...
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/music/20260401/korea-times-spring-concert-to-feature-maestro-chung-myung-whun

McDonald's Korea to hire 1,800 workers in nationwide recruitment drive: McDonald’s Korea said Wednesday that it will hold a three-day “Hiring Day” event from ...
koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260401/mcdonalds-korea-to-hire-1800-workers-in-nationwide-recruitment-drive

New multilingual safety guide aims to protect foreign students in Korea: A new government guide to help international students navigate and respond to sexual ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/others/20260401/new-multilingual-safety-guide-aims-to-protect-foreign-students-in-korea

HiteJinro reintroduces Miller Genuine Draft to Korea: HiteJinro, Korea’s leading liquor maker, said Tuesday it has taken over domestic distribution of Miller ...
koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260401/hitejinro-reintroduces-miller-genuine-draft-to-korea

Gov't warns Tesla owners against unauthorized use of self-driving software: The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport warned Tuesday that activating ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/law-crime/20260401/govt-warns-tesla-owners-against-unauthorized-use-of-self-driving-software

Survivors seek inquiry into clergy abuse, forced removals of mixed-race children: "The priest, drunk on alcohol, called the children one by one ...
koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/society/20260401/survivors-seek-inquiry-into-clergy-abuse-forced-removals-of-mixed-race-children

Air France-KLM Martinair Cargo opens Incheon route: A major European cargo airline has begun flights to Incheon, opening a new air bridge for premium products ...
koreatimes.co.kr/business/20260331/air-france-klm-martinair-cargo-opens-incheon-route

Korea bets homegrown fruit will bear sweet rewards abroad: Korea is shifting toward domestically developed seeds and premium varieties, seeking to reduce its ...
koreatimes.co.kr/business/others/20260331/korea-bets-homegrown-fruit-will-bear-sweet-rewards-abroad

Korean creators' global influence on the rise: The global expansion of Korean entertainment is shifting from selling shows abroad to sending creators into global ...
koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/shows-dramas/20260331/korean-creators-global-influence-on-the-rise

JobKorea launches unified platform to make hiring easier for companies: JobKorea, Korea’s largest career and recruitment platform, unveiled Tuesday an integrated ...
koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260331/jobkorea-launches-unified-platform-to-make-hiring-easier-for-companies

What to know about Korean pharmacies: Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Being sick during an overseas visit can be a big hassle, but when in Korea ...
koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/trends/20260331/what-to-know-about-korean-pharmacies

US comedian Seth Herzog apologises over ‘offensive’ BTS joke: Herzog’s remarks sparked backlash from fans ahead of the K-pop band’s American TV comeback.
scmp.com/news/asia/east-asia/article/3347972/us-comedian-seth-herzog-apologises-over-offensive-bts-joke
