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Kia to invest $33 bil. by 2030 to boost future mobility competitiveness
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
Kia, Korea's second-largest automaker, said Thursday it will invest 49 trillion won ($33 billion) in facilities and research and development (R&D) through 2030 to strengthen its position in future mobility. The planned investment for 2026-2030 represents…
Korea to tighten oversight of foreign students with sweeping inspections
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
Korea will launch joint government inspections on universities’ management of foreign students, officials said Thursday, as authorities move to overhaul oversight from admissions to long-term residency. The Ministry of Education said it will conduct…
Lee urges swift measures to ensure safe return of Korean vessels from Hormuz Strait
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
President Lee Jae Myung on Thursday instructed his aides to devise "thorough and preemptive" measures on the Middle East conflict, calling the safe return of Korean vessels stranded in the Strait of Hormuz the most urgent task. Lee told a meeting with…
NCT to mark 10th anniv. with albums, tours, pop-ups
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
K-pop supergroup NCT will celebrate its 10th anniversary this year with a series of albums, tours and pop-up events under a new project, its agency SM Entertainment said Thursday. The multi-unit group — which includes acts such as NCT 127 and NCT Dream —…
Gov't to ensure stable supply of daily items amid raw material shortage woes
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said Thursday that the government will make all-out efforts to ensure a stable supply of daily necessities, such as plastic bags, amid growing concerns over a potential shortage of raw materials due to the Middle East…
Girl group NMIXX throws ceremonial pitch at MLB game with Lee Jung-hoo
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
K-pop girl group NMIXX took part in a Major League Baseball game in San Francisco, performing and throwing the ceremonial first pitch, alongside Korean outfielder Lee Jung-hoo of the San Francisco Giants. JYP Entertainment, the group's agency, said…
KOFIA to hold forum on long-term plans to boost capital market
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
The chief of the Korea Financial Investment Association (KOFIA) said Thursday his organization will soon launch a special forum to draft long-term plans to boost the capital market, saying the country is at a "golden time" to upgrade its financial…
Galleries Art Fair marks 50 years with record exhibitor lineup, new talents
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
Korea’s oldest art fair opened its doors Thursday with its largest edition yet, signaling renewed confidence in the country’s art market despite lingering concerns over a broader slowdown. The 44th Galleries Art Fair is being held at Seoul's Coex and will…
Fire breaks out on Navy submarine under repair at Ulsan shipyard; 1 missing
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
A fire broke out on a Navy submarine undergoing maintenance at a shipyard in the southeastern city of Ulsan on Thursday, leaving one person missing, officials said. The fire began on the vessel at the shipyard operated by HD Hyundai Heavy Industries at…
Hanwha Aerospace signs MOU with Indra Group for Latin American defense cooperation
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
Hanwha Aerospace has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Spain’s Indra Group to jointly offer armored vehicle solutions for the Chilean Army and expand cooperation across Latin America. The signing ceremony was held during the FIDAE 2026…
NK's emboldened military posture
Published: April 9, 2026 07:07
One act of aggression after another — is this the new global norm? While the news broke Wednesday of a tenuous two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, North Korea fired ballistic missiles twice on the same day. North Korea fired two missiles…
IBK workers uneasy over politicians' push to relocate bank to Daegu
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
A renewed push by politicians to relocate the headquarters of the state-run Industrial Bank of Korea (IBK) to the southeastern city of Daegu is raising concerns among bank employees, labor union officials said Thursday. The proposal has gained traction…
Reliever Go Woo-suk demoted to lower level in US minor leagues
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
Korean relief pitcher Go Woo-suk has been pushed down a rung in the U.S. minor leagues as his hopes of reaching the majors for the first time diminished further. The Toledo Mud Hens, the Triple-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, announced Wednesday (U.S.…
When my colleague is my enemy
https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260409/when-my-colleague-is-my-enemy?utm_source=rss
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
Here is a question for anyone who has a job: Who is your competitor? In our capitalist system, it’s the people selling rival products or services. For the hairdresser, it’s the other shop down the street. For the auto worker, it’s the foreign auto sales…
LG CNS unveils next-gen AI ERP strategy with SAP
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
LG CNS said Thursday it is accelerating artificial intelligence (AI) transformation (AX) by integrating artificial intelligence into enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems in partnership with SAP. The company said it co-hosted the Business AI for ERP…
WINNER ex-member Nam Tae-hyun sentenced to prison for drunk driving
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
Former WINNER member Nam Tae-hyun has been sentenced to prison for drunk driving after traveling at more than double the speed limit in a high-risk incident. Seoul Western District Court on April 9 sentenced Nam to one year in prison and fined him 1…
Special counsel raids home, office of ex-senior presidential security aide over alleged martial law role
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
A special counsel team has raided the home and office of a former senior presidential security aide over his alleged role in former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law bid, legal sources said Thursday. Former Principal Deputy National Security Adviser…
BTS launches 'ARIRANG' world tour in Goyang, kicking off record-breaking global run
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
BTS will open its world tour at Goyang Stadium on Thursday, with additional shows scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, marking the start of what the group's label described as the largest concert tour by a Korean act. The tour, which supports the group's…
Banks advised to enhance risk management on surging ETF sales
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
The country's financial watchdog called on local lenders Thursday to heighten their risk management for exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and prevent the misselling of such products amid a recent surge in sales of the financial products. The Financial…
Lotte Card given prior notice of penalty over massive data breach
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
Lotte Card has been notified by the financial watchdog of around 5 billion won ($3.38 million) in financial penalties and a business suspension of over four months over its massive data leak, informed sources said Thursday. The Financial Supervisory…
HD Hyundai completes world’s 1st ammonia-fueled tankers
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) said Thursday it has completed construction of two ammonia-fueled tankers for a Belgian ship operator, marking a milestone for eco-friendly shipping. The two liquefied gas tankers, named Antwerpen and Arlon after Belgian…
LG unveils multimodal AI model that outperforms global rivals
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
LG AI Research introduced EXAONE 4.5, a multimodal artificial intelligence (AI) model designed to understand and reason across both text and images, marking a significant step in the company’s push to expand its proprietary AI ecosystem. The new model…
Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway stun in black and red in Seoul
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
Seoul erupted in excitement — and briefly, chaos — as Hollywood stars Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway visited Korea to promote the long-awaited sequel “The Devil Wears Prada 2,” nearly 20 years after the original film. The two actors appeared at a red…
Hanwha Aerospace partners with Spain's Indra Group for Chile's armored vehicle project
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
Hanwha Aerospace said Thursday it has partnered with Spain's defense company Indra Group to collaborate on a military project in Chile. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Wednesday (local time) during this year's International…
ICT minister, telecom CEOs pledge trust, cheaper 5G, AI network investment
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
Deputy Prime Minister and Science and ICT Minister Bae Kyung-hoon and the CEOs of three major telecom companies — SK Telecom, KT and LG Uplus — issued a joint declaration Thursday, pledging to restore public trust, deliver tangible benefits such as cheaper…
What to know about Goyang Stadium — and why K-pop acts love it
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
As BTS prepares to kick off its world tour with a three-day concert run from Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at Goyang Stadium, the choice of venue may prompt a certain question among some — why not Seoul? For an act long associated with landmark stages in…
POSCO draws backlash over plan to directly hire subcontracted workers
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
Controversy is growing over POSCO’s plan to directly hire around 7,000 subcontracted workers performing manual labor at its plants in Pohang, North Gyeongsang Province, and Gwangyang, South Jeolla Province. While existing employees criticized the decision…
Uzbek capital to host World Taekwondo Junior Championships
Published: April 9, 2026 06:07
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan — Young taekwondo athletes will face one another on a global scale, as a record 986 competitors from 115 countries are expected to take part in the World Taekwondo Junior Championships from April 12 to 17 in the capital of Uzbekistan,…
Lee says time to fundamentally change economic system over fallout from Mideast war
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
President Lee Jae Myung said Thursday it is time for the nation to fundamentally change its economic system, as rising oil prices and inflationary pressures from the war in the Middle East have dampened prospects of an economic recovery. However, Lee urged…
Belarus to open embassy in N. Korea by Aug. 1: report
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
Belarus will open its embassy in North Korea by Aug. 1, a Belarusian news report said Thursday, adding the plan is part of President Alexander Lukashenko's visit to North Korea last month. A resolution outlining the plan was signed by Belarusian Prime…
LG Electronics targets Asia-Pacific growth with lifestyle products, subscription services
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
LG Electronics is stepping up its push into the Asia-Pacific region with a lineup of premium home appliances and AI-connected service offerings. The company is holding LG InnoFest 2026 APAC, which began Wednesday, in the southeastern port city of Busan…
Samsung Display's QD-OLED monitor panels surpass 5 mil. cumulative shipments
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
Samsung Display said Monday its QD-OLED panels for monitors surpassed 5 million cumulative units shipped in March, roughly four years after the technology entered mass production. The company said it achieved the first 1 million units shipped as of May…
Trump says US military to stay around Iran, threatens action if Tehran fails to comply with deal
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday its military ships and aircraft will remain around Iran and threatened that the U.S. will start "shooting" again unless Tehran fully complies with the deal reached with Washington. "All U.S. Ships,…
ALD1 member Geonwoo halts activities over hot mic controversy
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
ALPHA DRIVE ONE (ALD1) member Kim Geonwoo is suspending group activities indefinitely following a predebut hot mic incident, according to his agency, WakeOne. WakeOne issued a formal apology on Wednesday in a statement addressing the incident. The agency…
Our final four
https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260409/our-final-four?utm_source=rss
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
Our final four
Gov't designates 145 companies to lead S. Korea's food exports
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
The government has selected 145 prominent and emerging companies to spearhead South Korea's food exports, the agriculture ministry said Thursday, as global demand for Korean cuisine is rapidly growing in line with the popularity of Korean culture. The…
Starbucks Korea expands 'Focus Zone' locations near university campuses
Published: April 9, 2026 04:57
Starbucks Korea is expanding its designated “Focus Zone” concept across its locations near university campuses, catering to customers who use cafes as dedicated spaces for studying or remote work. The company said the Focus Zone is a dedicated area within…
Young Koreans drive growing obsession with Chinese cuisine
Published: April 9, 2026 03:47
On a recent Tuesday evening, the Myeong-dong branch of Bantianyao Kaoyu, a Chinese restaurant specializing in whole simmered fish dishes, was already filling up well before the dinner rush. Inside, large trays of whole simmered fish arrived one after…
[K-LIT REVIEW] 'Light and Thread' reveals Han Kang's hidden facets
Published: April 9, 2026 03:47
When I heard that Nobel laureate Han Kang had put out a new book and that it was her first translated nonfiction work, I didn’t know what to expect. “Essays” was the vague idea I’d gleaned from social media, but the reality of “Light and Thread”…
Biglink AI reshapes insurance marketing with hyper-personalized chatbot
Published: April 9, 2026 03:47
Biglink AI is transforming marketing practices in the traditionally face-to-face insurance and financial sales sectors by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) that generates customer-specific personas and learns individual agents’ sales scripts. In an…
From curiosity to contribution, Indian economist reflects on Seoul Honorary Citizenship
Published: April 9, 2026 03:47
When Gouranga Das first turned his attention to Korea, it was purely academic. A development economist trained in India, Australia and the United States, he was drawn to the country's extraordinary postwar growth — the so-called "Miracle on the Han River"…
Samsung Galaxy showcases human-centric design with S26, Buds 4
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
Samsung Electronics said Thursday its new design concept for its Galaxy smartphone and earbud series will be human-centric, aiming to allow technology and data to blend more seamlessly into users' daily lives. “While Galaxy products incorporate advanced…
LG Innotek seals labor-management pact on workplace safety
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
LG Innotek said Thursday it held a joint labor-management ceremony in Seoul the previous day to pledge cooperation in creating a safer and healthier workplace. About 10 officials attended the event, including CEO Moon Hyuk-soo and union leader Lee…
'No beds, no doctors': Pregnant woman denied by 16 hospitals in Korea
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
A 36-year-old woman who was 20 weeks pregnant was turned away by 16 medical institutions in Daegu and North Gyeongsang Province before being admitted to a hospital in Asan, South Chungcheong Province, about three hours later. The case adds to a growing…
POSCO Holdings completes lithium brine acquisition in Argentina
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
POSCO Holdings' Argentine subsidiary has completed the acquisition of full ownership of the Hombre Muerto North brine project from Canada’s Lithium South Development for $65 million, the company said Thursday. The deal was finalized five months after the…
FRIDAY, April 10, 2026
https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/todayinhistory/20260409/friday-april-10-2026?utm_source=rss
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
1407-Lama Deshin Shekpa visits the Ming Dynasty capital at Nanjing and receives the title Great Treasure Prince of Dharma 1815-Mount Tambora in the Dutch East Indies experiences a cataclysmic eruption, one of the most powerful in history, killing around…
Historical roots of BTS' 'ARIRANG': Hulbert’s transcription 130 years ago
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
With a successful comeback performance at the historically iconic Gwanghwamun Square in March following the completion of their military service, Korea’s proud cultural ambassadors, the members of BTS, are embarking on a global tour across major cities…
Jeonbuk Nat'l University researchers trace brain’s fatal decay to ‘iron death’
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
Researchers in Korea have uncovered a key mechanism behind prion diseases, rare brain disorders caused by misfolded proteins that destroy nerve cells and are almost always fatal. The study, led by Jeong Byung-hoon at Jeonbuk National University, found that…
Unspoken cost of US military is a stunning volume of pollution
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
What are we not talking about after a month of war in Iran? The news will continue to question the strategy or lack thereof. It will count casualties, rising prices, the remaining days until November — but what it will not tally is the egregious cost to…
Iran announces alternative routes in Hormuz strait
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
TEHRAN — Iran announced alternative routes on Thursday for ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz, citing the risk of sea mines in the main zone of the vital waterway. Tehran has agreed to temporarily reopen the strait, through which one-fifth of…
Neolithic, Bronze Age relics of salt-producing facilities found in N. Korea: KCNA
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
Remains of salt-producing facilities dating to the Neolithic and Bronze Age have been found in North Korea's southwestern city of Nampho, state media said Thursday. Remains of salt-storing and processing facilities were found in two different cultural…
Gov't to exempt owners of multiple homes from heavier tax if they sell by May 9
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
The government will exempt owners of multiple homes from higher capital gains taxes should they file for sales permits by May 9, the finance ministry said Thursday. The move follows President Lee Jae Myung's directive earlier this week to introduce…
Korea fines auction house Christie's $193,600 over data leak
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
The data protection regulator said Thursday it has fined British auction house Christie's 287 million won ($193,600) over a data leak involving South Korean nationals. Christie's recently suffered a breach that leaked personal data of 620 South Korean…
ENHYPEN’s Heeseung rebrands as EVAN after exit, unveils raw new identity
Published: April 9, 2026 02:52
Former ENHYPEN member Heeseung has taken a striking turn in his career, reintroducing himself as a solo artist under a new name — EVAN. The artist opened official social media channels Wednesday and revealed his first profile photos, signaling a fresh…
Economic volatility 'somewhat' eases after US-Iran ceasefire: finance minister
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol said Thursday that volatility in the financial and foreign exchange markets has "somewhat eased" following a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Following the announcement that U.S. President Donald Trump…
Inclement weather disrupts flights at Jeju airport
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
Heavy rain and strong winds lashed Jeju Island on Thursday, disrupting flights to and from the southern resort island. According to the Korea Airports, 82 domestic flights (42 departures and 40 arrivals) and six international flights (three departures and…
Korean professor reelected as member of UN rights body
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
A Korean professor has been reelected as a member of a U.N. committee monitoring social and human rights compliance, the foreign ministry said Thursday. Lee Joo-young, a research professor at Seoul National University Human Rights Center, will serve…
Korea, US to begin joint Freedom Flag air drills this week
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
Korea and the United States will launch their large-scale air exercise this week, the South's Air Force said Thursday, in efforts to strengthen their interoperability and survivability in joint operations. The semiannual drills will kick off at an air base…
Cuban president congratulates N. Korea's Kim on reelection as top leader
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has congratulated North Korean leader Kim Jong-un on his reelection as the country's top leader and reaffirmed Cuba's commitment to strengthening ties with Pyongyang, the North's state media said Thursday. "I affirm that I…
ASEAN+3 nations discuss economic responses amid Middle East conflict
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
Deputy finance ministers from Korea, China, Japan and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) shared their assessments of the economic impact and government responses amid uncertainties stemming from the Middle East conflict, Seoul's finance…
Korea, US navies staging regular rescue drills
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
Korea and the United States launched their regular rescue training drills earlier this week aimed at enhancing interoperability between their navies, the South's Navy said Thursday. The Salvage Exercise (SALVEX), which kicked off Monday for a five-day run,…
Samsung family completes inheritance tax payments with Hong Ra-hee share sale
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
Hong Ra-hee, the widow of late Samsung Group Chairman Lee Kun-hee, has sold a stake in Samsung Electronics worth nearly 3.1 trillion won ($2.1 billion) to complete the payment of inheritance taxes on assets left by the late tycoon, industry sources said…
Wars fought for fun cannot be won
https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/opinion/20260409/wars-fought-for-fun-cannot-be-won?utm_source=rss
Published: April 9, 2026 01:37
TORONTO – Setting aside the moral, legal, and political arguments against the United States attacking Iran, U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest war cannot be won for a more fundamental reason: it is based on whim. War planning follows a certain logic. A…
BTS to begin largest K-pop world tour in Goyang
Published: April 9, 2026 00:22
South Korean boy band BTS will kick off its new world tour "ARIRANG" in Goyang on Thursday, launching what is expected to be the largest concert tour in K-pop history. The three nights of shows at Goyang Stadium in the city just northwest of Seoul will…
Iran says peace talks would be 'unreasonable' following Israeli strikes
Published: April 9, 2026 00:22
DUBAI/TEL AVIV/BEIRUT/BUDAPEST — Israel pounded Lebanon with its heaviest strikes yet on Wednesday, killing hundreds of people and drawing a threat of retaliation from Iran, which suggested it would be "unreasonable" to proceed with talks to forge a…
Global stars set for concerts in Korea amid venue shortage
Published: April 8, 2026 23:12
A wave of global stars is coming to Korea this year, from hard rock icons to chart-topping rappers, but their arrivals are colliding with a shortage of large-scale concert venues, testing fans’ patience over access. The latest to join the lineup is Deep…
Asset managers race to roll out space-themed ETFs ahead of SpaceX IPO
Published: April 8, 2026 23:12
Korean asset managers are rushing to roll out U.S. aerospace-themed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) ahead of the widely anticipated initial public offering (IPO) of Elon Musk's SpaceX in June, industry officials said Wednesday. Shinhan Asset Management said…
US, Iran to hold 1st round of talks on peace deal in Pakistan on Saturday: White House
Published: April 8, 2026 23:12
WASHINGTON -- The United States and Iran will have the first round of their negotiations in Pakistan this weekend to end their war, the White House said Wednesday, a day after they agreed to a two-week ceasefire. During a press briefing, White House press…
Trump mulls punishing some NATO members over lack of support during Iran war: WSJ
Published: April 8, 2026 23:12
WASHINGTON -- U.S. President Donald Trump's administration is considering punishing some members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) that he perceives as unhelpful to the United States during the Iran war, a report said Wednesday. Citing U.S.…
N. Korea says test-fired tactical ballistic missile tipped with cluster bomb warhead
Published: April 8, 2026 23:12
North Korea said Thursday that it has test-fired a tactical ballistic missile tipped with a cluster bomb warhead, claiming it can "reduce to ashes any target" within its range with the highest-density power. North Korea fired the surface-to-surface missile…
Trump pushes for Strait of Hormuz reopening without tolls: White House
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump wants to see the Strait of Hormuz open up for oil tankers and other traffic without any limitations, including tolls, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday. "The immediate priority of the president…
Vance to lead US delegation to Iran talks on Saturday
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
WASHINGTON/DUBAI/TEL AVIV/BEIRUT — U.S. President Donald Trump is dispatching his Iran negotiating team, led by Vice President JD Vance, to Pakistan for talks, the White House told reporters on Wednesday, adding that the first round of negotiations would…
Fed minutes show growing openness to rate hikes at March meeting
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
WASHINGTON — A growing group of Federal Reserve policymakers felt last month that interest rate hikes might be needed to counter inflation that continued to exceed the central bank's 2 percent target, particularly given the inflationary impact of the…
Trump threatens 50% tariffs on those who supply Iran weapons
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday morning that any country supplying weapons to Iran will get a 50 percent tariff on goods sold to the United States. "A Country supplying Military Weapons to Iran will be immediately tariffed, on any and all goods…
Netanyahu says Israel ready to 'return to battle at any moment' against Iran
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
JERUSALEM — Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday that Israel remains prepared to confront Iran if necessary, despite a truce reached between the United States and Iran. "Let me be clear: We still have objectives to complete, and we…
Iran has indicated it would turn over enriched uranium, White House says
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
WASHINGTON — Iran has indicated it would turn over its stocks of enriched uranium, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Wednesday, adding that such a transfer was one of President Donald Trump's main priorities. Trump says one of his main…
'Ketamine Queen' gets 15 years in prison for selling Matthew Perry drugs that killed him
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
LOS ANGELES — A federal judge on Wednesday handed down a sentence of 15 years in prison to a woman who pleaded guilty to selling “Friends” star Matthew Perry the ketamine that killed him in 2023. “You’re going to have to show some epic resilience,” Judge…
You aren't the only one who just sits in the car before or after a long day
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
Have you ever pulled into the driveway of your home or a parking lot spot and just ... stayed there? Maybe it’s a few minutes, or half an hour. You might be scrolling on your phone , belting out a favorite song or just staring into the distance. Scroll…
Golf has been secondary for Scottie Scheffler of late. It's hard to know what to expect at Masters
Published: April 8, 2026 19:07
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Scottie Scheffler's son Bennett turns 2 next month, and Remy was born less than two weeks ago. Neither is old enough to understand the significance of Augusta National, the Masters and the green jacket their father sometimes wears. “(His…
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz again after Israeli attacks in Lebanon, threatening ceasefire
Published: April 8, 2026 17:47
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz again Wednesday in response to Israeli attacks against the Hezbollah militant group in Lebanon, casting doubt over whether an already precarious ceasefire to end more than a month of war will hold. The United…
Hyundai reroutes ships with Hormuz blockage disrupting supplies
Published: April 8, 2026 17:47
Hyundai Motor is rerouting ships around Africa to avoid the Strait of Hormuz, its CEO Jose Munoz told Bloomberg News in an interview published on Wednesday. "We have deviated our ships to the Cape of Good Hope," Munoz said.
US Senate to vote on resolution to curb Trump's Iran war powers
Published: April 8, 2026 17:47
WASHINGTON — U.S. lawmakers will try again next week to pass a resolution to halt the Iran war and force President Donald Trump to obtain Congress' approval for any further attacks, Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said on Wednesday, hours after…
US, Iran both claim victory after agreeing to ceasefire
Published: April 8, 2026 17:47
TEHRAN, Iran — The United States and Iran both claimed victory Wednesday after the two countries and Israel agreed to a two-week ceasefire that halted more than a month of war, and world leaders expressed relief, even as more drones and missiles hit the…
Israel strikes Lebanon without warning after saying Iran ceasefire doesn't apply there
Published: April 8, 2026 16:42
BEIRUT — Israeli strikes hit several dense commercial and residential areas in central Beirut without warning Wednesday afternoon, hours after a ceasefire was announced in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Lebanon’s health ministry said dozens were killed…
Trump says US-Iran talks will be behind closed doors
Published: April 8, 2026 16:42
WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said talks on the Iran crisis would be held behind closed doors, and that "only one group of meaningful 'POINTS'" were acceptable to the United States, but gave no other details about the negotiations.…
US military says it's ready to resume Iran fighting if diplomacy fails
Published: April 8, 2026 16:42
WASHINGTON — The top U.S. general said on Wednesday U.S. troops stood ready to resume fighting if Tehran failed to strike a negotiated settlement as the Trump administration sought to portray the war as a decisive victory against Iran. The remarks came a…
US, Israel, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire as questions remain, some attacks continue
Published: April 8, 2026 16:42
TEHRAN, Iran — Iran, the United States and Israel agreed to a two-week ceasefire in an 11th-hour deal that headed off U.S. President Donald Trump's threat to unleash a bombing campaign to destroy Iranian civilization. Hours later, Iran and Gulf Arab…
K-pop greenwashing betrayal: 6,667 tons of plastic waste driven by merchandising
Published: April 8, 2026 15:32
Major Korean K-pop agencies are accused of greenwashing when promoting digital "smart albums." while maintaining aggressive marketing tactics that force fans to bulk-buy physical CDs to access fan events. Since 2021, the top four domestic entertainment…
DJ Youna hopes to make her mark at Coachella
Published: April 8, 2026 15:32
With the global success of Peggy Gou, memorable headline shows from DJ Soda and Girls’ Generation member Hyoyeon transitioning into DJing, the electronic and techno scene in Korea has become one of the fastest-growing genres in the country, with female…
Singer-actor Cha Eun-woo says he has paid off taxes related to evasion allegations
Published: April 8, 2026 15:32
Singer and actor Cha Eun-woo said Wednesday he has paid off all taxes at the center of allegations that he engaged in large-scale tax evasion. Cha, who is currently carrying out mandatory military service, took to social media to provide an update on the…
Shippers seek clarity on Hormuz reopening after US-Iran ceasefire deal
Published: April 8, 2026 15:32
SINGAPORE/OSLO — Shippers said on Wednesday they needed more clarity on the terms of the U.S.-Iran ceasefire before resuming transit through the Strait of Hormuz, as Iran issued fresh warnings about any vessels attempting to sail through the waterway. The…
Traders place large $950 mil. bet on oil price falling hours ahead of ceasefire
Published: April 8, 2026 15:32
LONDON — Investors placed an approximately $950 million bet on oil prices falling just hours before the U.S. and Iran announced a ceasefire, the latest large wager on the direction of the world's most traded commodity ahead of a major policy announcement…
Israel strikes central Beirut without warning after saying Iran ceasefire doesn't apply there
Published: April 8, 2026 15:32
BEIRUT — Israeli strikes hit several dense commercial and residential areas in central Beirut without warning Wednesday afternoon, hours after a ceasefire was announced in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Lebanon’s health ministry said dozens were killed…
Oil plunges toward $95, Dow surges 1,000 in worldwide rally after Iran ceasefire
Published: April 8, 2026 15:32
NEW YORK — Oil prices are plunging back toward $95 per barrel, and stock markets are surging worldwide on Wednesday after President Donald Trump pulled back from his threat to force a “whole civilization” to die in the war with Iran. The S&P 500 leaped 2.1…
Wall Street, global markets surge after US-Iran ceasefire sends oil prices below $100 per barrel
Published: April 8, 2026 14:22
Wall Street surged in Wednesday premarket trading as oil prices plunged below $100 after the U.S. and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Futures for the S&P 500 jumped 2.7 percent before the opening…
Israel strikes central Beirut without warning after saying Iran ceasefire doesn't apply there
Published: April 8, 2026 14:22
BEIRUT — Israeli strikes hit several dense commercial and residential areas in central Beirut Wednesday afternoon without warning, hours after a ceasefire was announced in the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Israel had said the agreement does not extend to its…
Trump may hit Korea with more tariffs if Seoul engages Iran over Hormuz transit: US expert
Published: April 8, 2026 11:57
U.S. President Donald Trump could hit back at Korea by imposing more tariffs if Seoul secures an exemption from Iran for its ships' transit through the Strait of Hormuz, a U.S. expert said Wednesday. Victor Cha, Korea chair at the Center for Strategic and…
Court dismisses North Jeolla governor's injunction request over party expulsion
Published: April 8, 2026 11:57
A court on Wednesday dismissed an injunction request by North Jeolla Province Gov. Kim Kwan-young to suspend his expulsion by the ruling Democratic Party of Korea. Kim was expelled from the party last week amid allegations that he handed out cash to 20…
Jung Ji-hoon reinvents villain archetype in ‘Bloodhounds’ Season 2
Published: April 8, 2026 09:47
Singer-actor Jung Ji-hoon, better known by his stage name Rain, takes on his first villain role as Baek-jeong, the operator of a global illegal boxing league, in Netflix series "Bloodhounds" Season 2. The high-octane action crime thriller, directed by…
Seoul races to resume transit of ships stranded in Hormuz amid US-Iran ceasefire
Published: April 8, 2026 09:47
The government is verifying whether and when 26 ships linked to Korean companies, currently stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, can resume transit following a ceasefire between the United States and Iran, according to Cheong Wa Dae and relevant ministries,…
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