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S. Korea asks for N. Korea's participation in regional forum through 'various channels': official
Victim urges Seoul to bring wartime sex slavery issue to ICJ
S. Korea adopts slogan, key symbols for P4G Seoul Summit
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S. Koreans escalate protests against Japan's planned release of radioactive water
(LEAD) S. Korea mulls int'l suit against Japan's plan to release contaminated water: Cheong Wa Dae
BTS member Jimin's 'hanbok' suit up for auction
S. Korea eyes top-10 showing as countdown to Tokyo Olympics reaches 100 days
Pro-N.K. paper slams Japan's decision to release contaminated Fukushima water into sea
Seoul stocks up for 3rd day on strong jobs data, eased inflation woes
SK Telecom to be split into two, holding company to oversee non-mobile affiliates
Samsung scions putting final touches on inheritance tax payment scheme: sources
POSCO to build lithium plant in S. Korea
Hyundai, Kia Q1 net estimated to have soared on base effect, SUV sales
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 14, 2021
(LEAD) Seoul stocks up for 3rd day on strong jobs data, eased inflation woes
(LEAD) SK Telecom to be split into two, holding company to oversee non-mobile biz
(2nd LD) S. Korea mulls int'l suit against Japan's plan to release contaminated water: Cheong Wa Dae
S. Korean athletes coping with uncertainty, anxiety ahead of Olympics during pandemic
Ruling party slams Seoul mayor's push to introduce new COVID-19 rules
S. Korea voices concerns to U.S. over Japan's decision to release tainted Fukushima plant water
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Samsung thanks Biden administration for chip supply meeting
Number of incoming N. Korean defectors dropped by 77 pct on-year in Q1: official
S. Korea, China reaffirm opposition to Japan's Fukushima water release plan
(4th LD) New virus cases back over 700; enhanced measures considered to curb resurgence
S. Korea to provide US$100,000 worth of humanitarian aid to volcano-hit St. Vincent
Prosecutors demand death penalty for adoptive mother in death of toddler
(5th LD) New virus cases back over 700; enhanced measures considered to curb resurgence
(LEAD) Prosecutors demand death penalty for adoptive mother in death of toddler
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N. Korea may resume nuclear, ICBM testing: intelligence chief
(LEAD) N. Korea may resume nuclear, ICBM testing: intelligence chief
Foreign banks in S. Korea see profits rise 28.6 pct in 2020
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 15)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 15)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 15)
S. Korea's stock market cap hits new high
Venture investment hits all-time high in 2020
Samsung heir Lee to return to prison after surgery
N. Korea's new ambassador to China presents credentials to Xi
Thursday's weather forecast
S. Korea to deliver new book on Germany's medical aid during Korean War to envoy
S. Korea projected to win 9 gold medals, rank 10th at Tokyo Olympics
GM Korea to halt 2 plants over chip shortage next week
Seoul stocks open nearly flat on virus concerns
LG-GM joint venture to build second U.S. battery plant in Tennessee
UNC to resume tours to Panmunjom next week
New virus cases around 700 for 2nd day; further spike in offing
(LEAD) New virus cases around 700 for 2nd day; further spike in offing
BOK stands pat on fragile recovery as 4th wave of infections looms
SsangYong Motor again under court receivership, creditors aim to find new investor
Olympic veteran believes fencing team can live up to hype in Tokyo
Exports hit record high in Q1 amid pandemic
Aero K begins regular flights as S. Korea's 8th budget carrier
2 Army soldiers, Marine test positive for COVID-19
(LEAD) SsangYong Motor again under court receivership, creditors aim to find new investor
LG Electronics to develop quantum computing tech with Dutch firm
S. Korean, Portuguese leaders exchange letters on 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties
Drunk driver gets 8-yr prison term for hitting and killing Taiwanese student
The following is the full text of BOK statement on monetary policy decision in April
(LEAD) BOK stands pat on fragile recovery as 4th wave of infections looms
N. Korea marks late founder's birthday with celebrations, no signs of provocations yet
S. Korean telcos to share 5G networks in remote areas
S. Korea launches research on clean energy source for internal combustion cars
S. Korea eyes to set global standards for EV wireless charging
The Korea Interbank Offered Rates (KORIBOR)
(LEAD) N. Korea marks late founder's birthday with celebrations, no signs of provocations yet
(LEAD) S. Korea projected to win 9 gold medals, rank 10th at Tokyo Olympics
BTS hit 'Boy With Luv' breaks 1.2 bln YouTube views
Seoul stocks up late Thur. morning on foreign buying
Tesla's sales nearly quadruple in S. Korea last year
(2nd LD) SsangYong Motor again under court receivership, creditors aim to find new investor
Ex-Kumho Asiana chief grilled over allegedly unfair inter-affiliate deals
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Military to set up AI security system near border following N.K. man's crossing
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(2nd LD) BOK stands pat on fragile recovery as 4th wave of infections looms
Pro-unification group denounces planned U.S. hearing on leaflet ban as 'interference in inter-Korean affairs'
S. Korean economy to grow 3.5 pct in 2021 on brisk exports: KERI
Rising taekwondo star chases S. Korea's 1st medal at Tokyo Olympics
(News Focus) Abrupt ending of 'Taste of Wife' represents loss of faith in reality TV shows
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LG Electronics to invest US$20.5 mln in U.S. washing machine plant expansion
Police tighten security measures in Muslim communities for safety during Ramadan
N. Korea slams Japan over renewed claims to Dokdo
(LEAD) GM Korea to halt 2 plants over chip shortage next week
LG CNS launches preliminary testing solution for IT services
S. Korea-U.S. alliance to remain unaffected by congressional hearing on leaflet ban: official
(2nd LD) New virus cases around 700 for 2nd day; further spike in offing
Chief policymaker wary of rising home prices sparked by redevelopment hopes
3 U.S. service members, dependent test positive for COVID-19
Seoul city looking at schools as 1st venue for COVID-19 self-test kits
Hyundai to launch 21 EV models in China by 2030
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Cheong Wa Dae to soon announce PM's resignation, replacement nomination: sources
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Aekyung scion gets suspended sentence in illegal drug case
KBO club Heroes reacquire pitcher Jake Brigham
Vice FM Choi to travel to Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico next week
(3rd LD) SsangYong Motor again under court receivership, creditors aim to find new investor
S. Korea eyes tailored support for chip, car, ship sectors
Seoul stocks up for 4th day on economic recovery hope
Moon says S. Korea's economy depends on chipmaking industry
S. Korean firm, Russia's RDIF agree on Sputnik V vaccine tech tranfer
S. Korea to help shippers replace old vessels, improve price competitiveness
(LEAD) Moon says S. Korea's economy depends on chipmaking industry
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 15, 2021
(LEAD) Seoul stocks up for 4th day on economic recovery hope
(LEAD) S. Korean firm, Russia's RDIF agree on Sputnik V vaccine tech tranfer
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Hyundai Motor to launch IONIQ 5 in S. Korea next week
(LEAD) KBO club Heroes reacquire pitcher Jake Brigham
S. Korea to actively participate in IAEA efforts to verify safety over Fukushima water release: official
(LEAD) Seoul city looking at schools as 1st venue for COVID-19 self-test kits
(LEAD) Samsung heir Lee returns to prison after surgery
(3rd LD) New virus cases around 700 for 2nd day; further spike in offing
Nat'l Assembly reports 1st COVID-19 case among lawmakers
N. Korea slams Japan over decision to release contaminated Fukushima water
(LEAD) Nat'l Assembly reports 1st COVID-19 case among lawmakers
(4th LD) New virus cases around 700 for 2nd day; further spike in offing
Citibank to exit retail banking in 13 markets including S. Korea
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U.S. lawmakers express concerns over S. Korea's anti-Pyongyang leafleting ban
Biden, Moon to hold in-person summit in Washington next month: White House
(LEAD) U.S. lawmakers express concerns over S. Korea's anti-Pyongyang leafleting ban
(LEAD) Biden, Moon to hold in-person summit in Washington next month: White House
New bill seeks U.S. care for Korean veterans of Vietnam War living in U.S.
Satellite imagery indicates activity at NK's nuclear reprocessing facility: think tank
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 16)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 16)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 16)
Biden renews pledge to support Asian American communities
(2nd LD) Moon to hold summit talks with Biden in D.C. next month: Cheong Wa Dae
Cryptocurrency turnover in S. Korea doubles over past month
N.K. leader visits mausoleum to mark birth anniversary of late national founder
S. Korea, Indonesia to soon resume fighter jet negotiations: official
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Moon vows continued efforts to find truth of 2014 Sewol ferry sinking
Seoul stocks open higher on Wall Street rally
Vice FM Choi holds phone talks with new U.S. deputy secretary of state
War memorial to hold photo exhibition on Canadian veterans of Korean War
New virus cases in 600s for 2nd day, virus battle at inflection point
(LEAD) New virus cases in 600s for 2nd day, virus battle at inflection point
Hyundai Motor, SK Innovation team up for HEV battery development
Slump in domestic demand eases amid pandemic: finance ministry
S. Korea extends pandemic-driven advisory against overseas travel until May 16
Hyundai to again suspend plant over chip shortage
(LEAD) Slump in domestic demand eases amid pandemic: finance ministry
S. Korean consortium to produce Russia's Sputnik V vaccine for export
Biden to discuss deterioration of S. Korea-Japan ties in summit with Suga: U.S. official
Defense chief, JCS chairman receive AstraZeneca vaccine shots
(3rd LD) Moon to hold summit talks with Biden in D.C. next month: Cheong Wa Dae
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Hanjin Heavy slumps after takeover deal
'Minari' leads 77.5 pct jump at S. Korean box office in March
S. Korea to boost spending on R&D for next-generation cars
Unification ministry hopes Moon-Biden summit will help build consensus on denuclearization
Kakao founder sells 500 bln won worth of stocks as part of donation pledge
Seoul stocks down late Fri. morning on profit-taking
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Ruling party picks 4-term lawmaker Yun Ho-jung as new floor leader
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Kim Boo-kyum, former four-term lawmaker, nominated as S. Korea's new prime minister
(LEAD) Kim Boo-kyum, former four-term lawmaker, nominated as S. Korea's new prime minister
(profile) PM nominee Kim Boo-kyum: trailblazing icon of anti-regionalist politics
Gov't team probes former LH executive over alleged speculation
Justice ministry shuts down building after reporting first COVID-19 case
Air carriers to cut fuel surcharges on int'l routes in May
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(2nd LD) Kim Boo-kyum, former four-term lawmaker, nominated as S. Korea's new prime minister
7 years after Sewol ferry disaster, harrowing losses still remembered
Moon replaces senior secretaries for political affairs, social policy, Cheong Wa Dae spokesperson
Gov't to mobilize full capacity to overcome COVID-19 as soon as possible: Chung
Korea Shipbuilding bags 636 bln-won order for 3 LNG carriers
(2nd LD) New virus cases in 600s for 2nd day, virus battle at inflection point
(profile) Veteran bureaucrat tapped as industry minister nominee
(3rd LD) Kim Boo-kyum, former four-term lawmaker, nominated as S. Korea's new prime minister
(profile) Prominent female engineer tapped to lead science, ICT ministry
(profile) New oceans minister nominee tasked with dealing with Fukushima water release
Yellow dust storm from China, Mongolia heading towards Korea
(profile) Moon names new land minister following public officials' speculative land deals
Gov't holds vice-ministerial meeting to discuss Japan's Fukushima water release plan
Ex-President Lee Myung-bak again visits hospital for treatment while serving prison term
(profile) Labor minister nominee a career official with labor-management expertise
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(4th LD) Kim Boo-kyum, former four-term lawmaker, nominated as S. Korea's new prime minister
(LEAD) Hanjin Heavy slumps after takeover deal
Key developments on North Korea this week
Summary of inter-Korean news this week
Summary of domestic news in North Korea this week
Summary of external news of North Korea this week
Nomination of new USFK chief returned to president: U.S. Congress
Seoul stocks up for 5th session on economic rebound hope
(LEAD) (profile) Veteran bureaucrat tapped as industry minister nominee
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 16, 2021
S. Korea voices concern over results of probe into Syrian military's use of chemical weapons
(LEAD) Seoul stocks up for 5th session on economic rebound hope
(5th LD) Kim Boo-kyum, former four-term lawmaker, nominated as S. Korea's new prime minister
(LEAD) 7 years after Sewol ferry disaster, harrowing losses still remembered
(LEAD) (profile) Prominent female engineer tapped to lead science, ICT ministry
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(LEAD) Moon vows continued efforts to find truth of 2014 Sewol ferry sinking
Protests against Japan's Fukushima decision spreading in S. Korea
Daewoo Shipbuilding says LNG FSRU deal revised
FM Chung holds phone talks with WEF president
(3rd LD) New virus cases in 600s for 2nd day, virus battle at inflection point
LG Energy to chip in 1 tln won for EV battery plant with GM
(4th LD) New virus cases in 600s for 2nd day, virus battle at inflection point
U.S. keeps S. Korea on list of countries to monitor for currency practices
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Biden-Moon summit to highlight importance of U.S.-Korea relationship: Psaki
U.S., Japan committed to complete denuclearization of N. Korea: leaders
(LEAD) U.S., Japan committed to complete denuclearization of N. Korea: leaders
(2nd LD) U.S., Japan committed to complete denuclearization of N. Korea: leaders
Vaccine supply glitch threatening to take inoculation scheme off track
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
Return of Chung Sye-kyun to set off race to win DP's ticket for presidential election
40 pct of deaths from industrial accidents among people 60 or older: ministry
Saturday's weather forecast
Suga says he is prepared to meet N. Korean leader Kim to address abduction issue
LG-GM joint venture to build $2.3 bln battery factory in Tennessee
New virus cases in 600s for 3rd day amid rising concerns over new virus wave
Seoul stocks to continue rise on earnings hope next week
S. Korea's 2020 ODA down 8.7 pct on-year amid COVID-19 pandemic
(LEAD) New virus cases in 600s for 3rd day amid rising concerns over new virus wave
(3rd LD) U.S., Japan committed to complete denuclearization of N. Korea: leaders
Navy officer tests positive for COVID-19
Full text of joint statement by U.S., Japanese leaders
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(2nd LD) New virus cases in 600s for 3rd day amid rising concerns over new virus wave
Civic groups decry Japan's plan to discharge Fukushima nuke plant water
(3rd LD) New virus cases in 600s for 3rd day amid rising concerns over new virus wave
FM Chung, U.S envoy hold dinner talks on climate change cooperation
(4th LD) New virus cases in 600s for 3rd day amid rising concerns over new virus wave
(5th LD) New virus cases in 600s for 3rd day amid rising concerns over new virus wave
(LEAD) FM Chung, U.S envoy hold dinner talks on climate change cooperation
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Digital sex crimes against children increased nearly 20 pct in 2019
Sunday's weather forecast
New virus cases in 600s for 4th day as sporadic infections continue
S. Korea to start vaccinations of care workers, airline crews
N. Korea slams Japan despite Suga's willingness to meet leader Kim
(LEAD) New virus cases in 600s for 4th day as sporadic infections continue
Seoul Botanic Park attracts over 10 mln visitors since opening
Cardinals' Kim Kwang-hyun allows 3 runs in 3 innings in his 2021 season debut
N.K. propaganda outlet denounces S. Korea's weapons purchase plans
Number of peak concurrent viewers on BTS online event surpasses 2.7 mln: agency
Kerry says Japan's coordination with IAEA is 'key' in process of discharging tainted Fukushima water
(LEAD) Kerry: Japan's coordination with IAEA is 'key' to ensuring safety in Fukushima water release
S. Korea to allow three more airports to run 'flights to nowhere'
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S. Korea to invest 42 bln won in illegal drone response tech by 2025
2 medical device firms ordered to correct unfair biz practice
Today in Korean history
(2nd LD) New virus cases in 600s for 4th day as sporadic infections continue
(3rd LD) New virus cases in 600s for 4th day as sporadic infections continue
Embattled senior prosecutor questioned in ex-vice minister travel ban case
(4th LD) New virus cases in 600s for 4th day as sporadic infections continue
Military reports 7 new COVID-19 cases
(LEAD) Embattled senior prosecutor questioned in ex-vice minister travel ban case
(5th LD) New virus cases in 600s for 4th day as sporadic infections continue
U.S. service member injured in stabbing, police searching for suspect
N. Korea's imports from China surge in March: data
(6th LD) New virus cases in 600s for 4th day as sporadic infections continue
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Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 19)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 19)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 19)
Sales of pickup trucks dip 34 pct in Q1
Number of S. Korean stay-at-home fathers hits new high in March
SK Telecom launches 5G-based disinfection robot
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Moon urges move toward 'more mature' democracy in S. Korea on historic anniversary
S. Korea's Q1 growth estimated to have recovered to pre-pandemic level
Seoul stocks nearly flat on valuation pressure
New virus cases back under 600 on fewer tests; potential upticks still worrisome
(LEAD) New virus cases back under 600 on fewer tests; stable vaccine rollout in focus
Doosan Infracore wins order for 15,000 forklift engines in China
PM nominee vows to present new gov't stance on pandemic-related support
S. Korea seeking to toughen regulations on internet-based exchanges with N. Korea
LG Electronics teams up with Bvlgari for rollable TV marketing
Sci-fi blockbuster 'Seobok' tops weekend box office upon release
Power companies asked to use more renewable sources from October
Nokia to tap S. Korea's indoor 5G equipment market with LG Uplus
Korea Shipbuilding bags 208 bln won order for 2 oil tankers
The Korea Interbank Offered Rates (KORIBOR)
(LEAD) S. Korea seeking to toughen regulations on internet-based exchanges with N. Korea
Army soldier tests positive for coronavirus
Seoul stocks up late Mon. morning amid hopes on strong earnings
Baekhyun's latest solo album 'Bambi' sells over 1 mln copies
Moon to join Biden-hosted climate summit this week
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Banks to extend loans worth 3.5 tln won to vulnerable people this year
Hyundai Motor Group unveils EVs at Shanghai Motor Show
Residents' FX deposits rise for 2nd month in March amid brisk exports
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ELS sales in S. Korea sink 32 pct in Q1 amid pandemic
Justice ministry grants temporary stay permits for undocumented migrant children
Japan ambassador says S. Korea can take part in IAEA monitoring team for Fukushima water release
S. Korea to crack down on cryptocurrency-related illegalities
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(LEAD) Japan ambassador says S. Korea can take part in IAEA monitoring team for Fukushima water release
S. Korean civic group slams Japan's Fukushima decision as criminal act
Daegu FC player of K League 1 tests positive for coronavirus
Minor quake hits waters off S. Korea's southwestern region: KMA
Oceans minister nominee vows measures against Fukushima water release
S. Korea confirms 70 more cases of COVID-19 variants, total now at 449
S. Korean users plan to sue Facebook over leaked user data
Gov't task force investigating 1,566 people over alleged real estate crimes
(2nd LD) New virus cases back under 600 on fewer tests; stable vaccine rollout in focus
(LEAD) Minor quake hits waters off S. Korea's southwestern region: KMA
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Moon indicates some policy changes, seeking new start following election rout
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1 in 3 young students felt suicidal due to academic burden: poll
Seoul stocks up for 6th day amid hopes on strong earnings
FM: Seoul has no reason to object if Japan's Fukushima water release follows IAEA standards
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 19, 2021
(LEAD) Seoul stocks up for 6th day amid hopes on strong earnings
Ruling party launches real estate committee
Ministry to provide 170 mln won worth of support to overseas Korean groups amid rising hate crimes
AstraZeneca vaccines for 3.5 mln people to arrive in May-June
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N. Korea likely to ramp up cyber attacks against S. Korea, U.S. this year amid prolonged sanctions: expert
(LEAD) Fishermen stage maritime demonstrations to protest Japan's Fukushima decision
(LEAD) Ruling party launches real estate committee
S. Korean diplomat stationed in Latin America dies in apparent suicide: ministry
(LEAD) AstraZeneca vaccines for 3.5 mln people to arrive in May-June
(3rd LD) New virus cases back under 600 on fewer tests; stable vaccine rollout in focus
(4th LD) New virus cases back under 600 on fewer tests; stable vaccine rollout in focus
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Senate majority leader urges swift passage of anti-hate-crimes act
S. Korea, China to jointly crack down on illegal fishing
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 20)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 20)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 20)
State oil firm falls into complete capital erosion
SHINee's Taemin to join military next month
Tuesday's weather forecast
S. Korea to keep tabs on possible global financial instability: senior official
Seoul stocks open higher on earnings hope
N.K.'s largest youth group to hold first congress in 5 years next week
New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day, vaccine rollout to gather pace
N.K. leader congratulates Cuban president on election as new ruling party chief
(LEAD) SHINee's Taemin to join military next month
(LEAD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day, vaccine rollout to gather pace
(News Focus) After years of mounting losses, Hyundai Motor recalibrates China strategy with EV, luxury lineup
Military reports 3 additional virus cases, total exceeds 700
S. Korea to make sure to participate in IAEA monitoring team for Fukushima water release: ministry
Nuclear experts call on Japan to nix Fukushima water release plan
S. Korea seeks to tackle rising non-tariff trade barriers
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(News Focus) Trading platforms, investors face tightened rules amid frenzied rush to cryptocurrencies
Doosan preparing to tap global hydrogen market
Seoul stocks expand gains late Tue. morning on earnings hope
(2nd LD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day, vaccine rollout to gather pace
Moon joins Boao forum, urges multilateral cooperation with 'enhanced inclusiveness'
Gov't commission chief offers to resign over decision to reinvestigate Cheonan ship sinking
Defense ministry says change in military system requires social consensus
Girl group TWICE to perform on Kelly Clarkson show next week
FM: Seoul, Washington 'earnestly discussing' COVID-19 vaccine swap deal
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Brokerages' overseas operations see profit gain in 2020
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(News Focus) Residents, delivery workers at loggerheads for weeks over ban on ground-floor parking
(3rd LD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; Seoul aims to vaccinate 3 mln by end-April
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Chiefs of 50 biz groups receive 1.8 tln won in dividends in 2020
LG's Vietnamese smartphone production line to make home appliances
S. Korea confirms 321 cases of emerging COVID-19 variants
(LEAD) FM: Seoul, Washington 'earnestly discussing' COVID-19 vaccine swap deal
City of Seoul toughens rules against sexual crimes in officialdom
New women's volleyball team approved by KOVO governors
S. Korea to become non-regional partner of Central American bank in August
Domestic air traffic higher than pre-pandemic level in March
(LEAD) Gov't commission chief offers to resign over decision to reinvestigate Cheonan ship sinking
(4th LD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; Seoul aims to vaccinate 3 mln by end-April
Labor groups demand big raise in next year's minimum wage to ease economic polarization
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KOSPI soars to all-time high on recovery hopes
Production of Sputnik V in S. Korea to kick off in May
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 20, 2021
(LEAD) KOSPI soars to all-time high on recovery hopes
Hanssem Q1 operating earnings up 46.8 pct. to 25.2 bln won
(News Focus) S. Korea again faces debate over female military draft
S. Korea completes ratification process for key ILO conventions
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S. Korea considering various 'vaccine swap' options with U.S.
Samsung tops Q1 smartphone market: report
(LEAD) City of Seoul toughens rules against sexual crimes in officialdom
(LEAD) Labor, management clash sharply over next year's minimum wage
Vice FM Choi relays S. Korea's concerns over Fukushima water during visit to Colombia
Hyundai Motor considering selling railway biz unit: sources
S. Korean Embassy in Indonesia shuts down temporarily over virus concerns
(5th LD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; Seoul aims to vaccinate 3 mln by end-April
Parliamentary leaders of S. Korea, Europe discuss cooperation in vaccine rollout
N. Korean missiles and cyber capabilities pose threats to U.S.: generals
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N. Korea continues to work on submersible missile test barge at Nampo: report
U.S. keeps travel advisory on S. Korea at Level 2
(LEAD) U.S. keeps travel advisory on S. Korea at Level 2
Producer prices up for 5th month in March
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 21)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 21)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 21)
Wine imports more than double in Q1 amid pandemic
S. Korea guards against potential jitters in housing prices: finance minister
S. Korea's kimchi exports hit new high in Q1
U.S. declines to comment on discussion with S. Korea on possible vaccine swap
Exports jump 45.4 pct in first 20 days of April
Wednesday's weather forecast
N.K. leader stresses 'special' relations with Cuba in another congratulatory message to new ruling party chief
Gov't to meet residents near USFK live-firing range
Investors interested in takeover of Daewoo E&C on better earnings: sources
(LEAD) Exports jump 45.4 pct in first 20 days of April
Seoul stocks open lower on valuation pressure
Moon to meet new Seoul and Busan mayors at Cheong Wa Dae
(LEAD) Moon to meet new Seoul and Busan mayors at Cheong Wa Dae
New virus cases back to over 700; potential upsurge worrisome
Hyundai Motor, BTS collaborate for Earth Day campaign
IAEA chief 'certainly' hopes S. Korea takes part in Fukushima water monitoring
Acting PM urges public to trust gov't virus response amid vaccine procurement woes
Hanwha Q Cells to supply solar modules for Angola's solar project
(LEAD) New virus cases back to over 700; vaccination drive to ramp up
Military reports 5 new COVID-19 cases
Kumho Mitsui Chemicals to invest 400 bln won to expand chemicals production
Doosan Mobility Innovation joins Dutch offshore energy project
Hyundai Motor resumes production of sedans with eased chip shortage
(2nd LD) New virus cases back to over 700, vaccination drive to ramp up
Listed firms' dividend payouts at 5-year high in 2020
(LEAD) Acting PM urges public to trust gov't virus response amid vaccine procurement woes
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'Comfort women' lose lawsuit against Tokyo over wartime sexual slavery
Seoul stocks expand losses late Wed. morning after 6-day winning streak
Youn Yuh-jung from 'Minari' predicted to win best supporting actress in 2021 Oscars: poll
Unification ministry mulling giving local governments early approval for inter-Korean projects
Blue Jays' Ryu Hyun-jin gets second loss after giving up four runs
Hyundai Motor says not selling loss-making railway-making affiliate
Schools to tighten COVID-19 rules with rise in new cases
FM Chung hopes U.S. will help S. Korea with 'vaccine difficulties'
Court says Japan can't be forced to pay former sex slaves' legal fees
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Regulator to accelerate review of SK hynix's acquisition of Intel's NAND biz
No. of employees in food service sector falls by most amid pandemic
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(2nd LD) Moon meets new Seoul and Busan mayors at Cheong Wa Dae
(LEAD) 'Comfort women' lose lawsuit against Tokyo over wartime sexual slavery
SMEs' exports hit record high in Q1
S. Korea reelected to WFP's executive board for 2022-24
Today in Korean history
Less than 1 pct of Navy budget to be spent on operating light aircraft carrier: officials
(LEAD) Schools to tighten COVID-19 rules with rise in new cases
(News Focus) All eyes on 'Lee Kun-hee collection' as Samsung inheritance tax payment nears
S. Korea to invest 105 bln won in promising digital New Deal companies
Hyundai Motor to phase out Kona EVs in domestic market
(2nd LD) 'Comfort women' lose lawsuit against Tokyo over wartime sexual slavery
(3rd LD) New virus cases back to over 700, vaccination drive to ramp up
(LEAD) FM Chung hopes U.S. will help S. Korea with 'vaccine difficulties'
S. Korea voices deep disappointment over Suga's offering to Yasukuni war shrine
BTS' 'Map of the Soul: 7' extends longest streak on Billboard 200 by K-pop group to 60 weeks
(3rd LD) Moon says public consensus needed for granting pardons to two jailed ex-presidents
Woori Financial Group Q1 net profit up 28.8 pct. to 718.4 bln won
Parliament lifts arrest immunity of independent lawmaker at center of Easter Jet probe
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(LEAD) Gov't holds meeting with residents near USFK live-firing range
Seoul stocks snap 7-day winning streak on valuation pressure
Police probe dairy firm over refuted claim on yogurt's antiviral effect
N. Korea tightens antivirus measures in border city along China
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 21, 2021
(LEAD) Seoul stocks snap 7-day winning streak on valuation pressure
FM calls N. Korea's cross-border firing a 'minor' violation of military peace deal
(4th LD) Moon says public consensus needed for granting pardons to two jailed ex-presidents
Seven COVID-19 infections reported from S. Korean nat'l wrestling team
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Court rejects daughter's request to live with Dokdo's sole resident
In NYT interview, Moon urges Washington to resume dialogue with Pyongyang
'Please Look After Mom' author's new novel set for U.S. release
Over half of Koreans experience anxiety, depression due to COVID-19
Foreign ministry refrains from comment on court dismissal of damages suit by sex slavery victims
Moon asks parliament to hold confirmation hearing on prime minister nominee
(3rd LD) 'Comfort women' lose lawsuit against Tokyo over wartime sexual slavery
SK Telecom chief hints at cooperation with Amazon in video streaming
(2nd LD) Acting PM urges public to trust gov't virus response amid vaccine procurement woes
Foreign ministry calls for Belgian Embassy to cooperate with police probe into ambassador's wife
Last-remaining int'l aid workers leave N. Korea: Russian official
(4th LD) New virus cases back to over 700, vaccination drive to ramp up
(LEAD) FM calls N. Korea's cross-border firing a 'minor' violation of military peace deal
Moon orders review of possible use of Russian COVID-19 vaccine
(5th LD) New virus cases back to over 700, vaccination drive to ramp up
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N. Korea seeking to defeat U.S. missile defenses: CRS report
U.S. focused on vaccinating Americans, but may help others later: Price
(LEAD) U.S. focused on vaccinating Americans, but may help others later: Price
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 22)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 22)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 22)
Samsung SDS swings to black in Q1
(Yonhap Feature) Year into pandemic, 'revenge consumption' boosts sales of luxury goods
Thursday's weather forecast
Son Heung-min's career-high 15th goal results in Tottenham's 2-1 victory over Southampton
Jeju Air to resume flights to Saipan next month
Seoul stocks open higher on bargain hunting
New virus cases in 700s for 2nd day; vaccinations set to top 2 mln
(LEAD) Samsung SDS swings to black in Q1
N.K. leader sends third congratulatory message to Cuba's new president
Hankook Tire supplies tires for Porsche sports car
(LEAD) New virus cases in 700s for 2nd day; vaccinations set to top 2 mln
S. Korea to invest 114 tln won by 2030 to expand railway network
(LEAD) Son Heung-min's career-high 15th goal results in Tottenham's 2-1 victory over Southampton
S. Korea to kick off unmanned surveillance vehicle development in earnest
Rose's first solo album 'R' sells over half a million copies
SK IE Technology to go public on Seoul bourse in mid-May
Military reports 7 new COVID-19 cases
Nearly 2 mln vaccinated in S. Korea as inoculation rollout speeds up
Daily turnover of securities market jumps 18.5 pct in Q1
1 in 3 households own pets in 2020: survey
Container cargo volume at seaports up 1.3 pct in Q1
The Korea Interbank Offered Rates (KORIBOR)
S. Korean nuclear envoy holds phone talks with senior U.S. diplomat
Seoul stocks up late Thursday morning on bargain hunting
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Women suffer greater employment shock than men amid pandemic: report
Won-based export settlements edge down in 2020
No. of chickens dips to over 3-year low in Q1 amid bird flu
Banks' loan delinquency rate edges up in February
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LG Household & Health Care Q1 net profit up 10.5 pct. to 258.8 bln won
New mayor of Seoul promises to make city 'leap again'
Samsung to introduce BESPOKE HOME products globally next month
(2nd LD) Samsung SDS swings to black in Q1
Nighttime tours of Changdeok Palace to begin next week
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Hyundai Motor Q1 net income up 175.4 pct. to 1.52 tln won
Unification ministry to look into how N.K. founder's memoirs hit bookshelves in S. Korea
(LEAD) LG Household & Health Care Q1 net up 10.5 pct on brisk sales
(LEAD) SK IE Technology to go public on Seoul bourse in mid-May
Hyundai-Rotem turns to black in Q1
Moon to meet Biden, Xi in virtual climate summit, declare Seoul's new emission reduction goal
(LEAD) Hyundai Motor Q1 net nearly triples amid pandemic
Belgian ambassador apologizes over assault incident involving his wife
(2nd LD) New virus cases in 700s for 2nd day, vaccinations set to top 2 mln
Parliamentary committee approves bill on reining in conflicts of interest among public officials
KB Financial Group Q1 net profit up 73.9 pct. to 1.28 tln won
Small business employees hit harder by 'corona blues': agency
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Seoul stocks rebound on bargain hunting
USFK reports 14 additional coronavirus cases
Kia Q1 net profit up 289.2 pct. to 1.03 tln won
(News Focus) In search of direction overhaul, ruling party faces dilemma over its hard-line base
(2nd LD) Hyundai Q1 net jumps amid pandemic; chip shortage remains woe
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 22, 2021
Embattled Seoul prosecution chief demands independent review of his case
S. Korea vows to support search operation for missing Indonesian submarine
(LEAD) Seoul stocks rebound on bargain hunting
Police probe football star, father over land speculation allegation
(LEAD) Kia Q1 net nearly triples on strong SUV sales; carmaker worried about chip shortages
Korean civic group starts litigation against Japan's Fukushima decision
Foreign ministry collecting information about Russia's COVID-19 vaccine: official
(2nd LD) Kia Q1 net nearly triples on strong SUV sales; carmaker worried about chip shortages
Construction workers demand removal of tasteless ad
S. Korea may produce homegrown COVID-19 vaccine within this year: minister
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Vice FM discusses post-COVID 19 cooperation with Costa Rican counterpart
Auction for BTS member Jimin's traditional suit canceled
Piano is 'first love' of celebrated conductor Chung Myung-whun
U.N. rapporteurs send letter to S. Korea voicing concerns over anti-Pyongyang leafleting ban
(LEAD) No. of COVID-19 inoculations reaches 2 mln in S. Korea as vaccinations speed up
Biz lobby groups to submit joint letter recommending pardon of Samsung heir Lee
(3rd LD) New virus cases in 700s for 2nd day; vaccinations top 2 mln
Gov't committee to screen new prosecutor general candidates next week
(4th LD) New virus cases in 700s for 2nd day; vaccinations top 2 mln
(LEAD) Moon: S. Korea to set higher goal of cutting emissions, submit it to U.N. this year
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U.S. fully ready to deter any aggression from N. Korea: U.S. commander
U.S. welcomes S. Korea's new climate commitment as important action
S. Korea's daily FX turnover jumps in Q1 on recovery in trade
U.S. Senate passes 'Hate Crimes Act' in overwhelming vote
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 23)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 23)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 23)
Foreign ownership of S. Korean land increases 1.9 pct in 2020
Friday's weather forecast
S. Korea to import more eggs this month to stabilize prices
Seoul stocks open lower on U.S. slump
Gov't to decide on conditional approvals of 2 virus self-test kits: acting PM
New COVID-19 infections nearing 800, rising untraceable cases portend further spike
S. Korea faces dilemma over cryptocurrency taxation
Shinhan Financial Group Q1 net income up 28.3 pct. to 1.21 tln won
(LEAD) New COVID-19 infections nearing 800, rising untraceable cases portend further spike
Korea Shipbuilding wins 153 bln-won order for 2 ships
N.K.'s paper calls for post-war 'Chollima' spirit against challenges
32 Navy sailors from same vessel test positive for COVID-19
S. Korea, Central American countries express 'deep concerns' over ocean discharge of harmful materials
POSCO International Q1 net income up 44.5 pct. to 92.9 bln won
DP launches special committee to prop up semiconductor makers amid growing global competition
Elderly daycare center reports mass COVID-19 infections of 36 people
Covid-19 New confirmed cases in S.Korea
The Korea Interbank Offered Rates (KORIBOR)
(LEAD) 32 Navy sailors from same vessel test positive for COVID-19
Police search public housing developer in bribery investigation
(LEAD) Gov't to decide on conditional approvals of 2 virus self-test kits: acting PM
City of Seoul seizes cryptocurrencies from tax delinquents
(2nd LD) 32 Navy sailors from same vessel test positive for COVID-19
Seoul stocks turn to gains in late morning amid strong individual buying
(2nd LD) New COVID-19 infections nearing 800, rising untraceable cases portend further spike
(LEAD) S. Korea to import more eggs this month to stabilize prices
JCS chairman to visit Hawaii next week for talks with U.S., Japanese counterparts
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Seoul National University to run weekly rapid virus testing for more in-person learning
Cheong Wa Dae denies report on S. Korea-U.S. summit postponement
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(LEAD) Shinhan Financial Group logs record net income in Q1
Hyundai E&C Q1 net income down 1.1 pct. to 194.4 bln won
Hyundai Mobis Q1 net profit up 73 pct. to 603.3 bln won
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S. Korean musical actor tests positive for COVID-19
(2nd LD) S. Korea approves 2 COVID-19 self-testing kits amid spiking cases
(LEAD) Hyundai E&C Q1 net edges down
Independent review to be held over abuse of power case involving senior prosecutor
Defector group plans to send leaflets to N. Korea next week
(LEAD) Hyundai Mobis Q1 net jumps 73 pct on EV parts
Moon appoints Lee Hyun-joo as special prosecutor for Sewol ferry disaster probe
Hyundai Wia Q1 net profit down 70.6 pct. to 22.5 bln won
(3rd LD) New COVID-19 infections nearing 800, rising untraceable cases portend further spike
(LEAD) Seoul National University to run weekly rapid virus testing for more in-person learning
(3rd LD) 32 Navy sailors from same vessel test positive for COVID-19
Ruling party, gov't differ on revision of property tax policies
Task force summons ex-senior gov't official, conducts raids against sitting lawmaker over alleged land speculation
Hana Financial Group Q1 net income up 26.2 pct to 850.8 bln won
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Hyundai Glovis Q1 net income down 19.3 pct to 129.6 bln won
Football star Ki apologizes over suspicious land purchase
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Summary of inter-Korean news this week
Summary of domestic news in North Korea this week
Summary of external news of North Korea this week
Seoul stocks edge up amid strong individual buying
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 23, 2021
(LEAD) Seoul stocks edge up amid strong individual buying
(3rd LD) S. Korea approves 2 COVID-19 self-testing kits amid spiking cases
Belgian Embassy faces mounting criticism for not sincerely apologizing over assault incident
(LEAD) Defector group plans to send leaflets to N. Korea next week
Civic group vows to take 'comfort women' lawsuit to appellate court
(LEAD) Moon appoints Lee Hyun-joo as special prosecutor for Sewol ferry disaster probe
Court orders lifting of exit ban on GM Korea CEO in illegal hiring case
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Foreign ministry raises travel alert for northern Cote d'Ivoire
(4th LD) 33 Navy sailors from same vessel test positive for COVID-19
Foreign ministry denies reports linking vaccine cooperation with U.S. to Quad participation
(4th LD) New COVID-19 infections nearing 800, rising untraceable cases portend further spike
S. Korea, WFP agree to continue cooperation to address global humanitarian crises: ministry
(5th LD) New COVID-19 infections nearing 800, rising untraceable cases portend further spike
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Biden hails Senate passage of anti-Asian crimes bill
U.S. working with Quad members on pandemic, but has no plans to send vaccine: Psaki
(LEAD) U.S. working with Quad members on pandemic, but has no plans to send vaccine: Psaki
Exports of chips, cars tipped to extend their solid growth: report
Six out of 10 Korean youths think marriage unnecessary
Saturday's weather forecast
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
Seoul stocks likely to rebound next week on earnings surprise
MMCA highlights animation pioneers in new exhibition
New virus cases near 800 for 2nd day on increased cluster infections
S. Korea, Mexico share concerns about Japan's Fukushima decision
(LEAD) New virus cases near 800 for 2nd day on increased cluster infections
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LPGA legend Pak Se-ri diagnosed with COVID-19
9 out of 10 stalking suspects go unpunished
(LEAD) LPGA legend Pak Se-ri diagnosed with COVID-19
Cardinals' Kim Kwang-hyun earns first win of season vs. Reds with career high 8 Ks
BLACKPINK breaks 1 bln YouTube views with "As If It's Your Last"
(2nd LD) LPGA legend Pak Se-ri diagnosed with COVID-19
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Gov't to disclose new vaccine import contracts
One killed in fire at building construction site
(2nd LD) New virus cases near 800 for 2nd day on increased cluster infections
(LEAD) One killed in fire at building construction site
(3rd LD) New virus cases near 800 for 2nd day on increased cluster infections
(LEAD) S. Korea secures additional Pfizer vaccines for 20 mln people
(2nd LD) S. Korea secures additional Pfizer vaccines for 20 mln people
(3rd LD) S. Korea secures additional Pfizer vaccines for 20 mln people
(4th LD) New virus cases near 800 for 2nd day on increased cluster infections
(5th LD) New virus cases near 800 for 2nd day on increased cluster infections
Presidential secretary quizzed over alleged illegal exit ban
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Will Youn Yuh-jung of 'Minari' become first S. Korean to win Oscars' acting trophy?
Portion of cyberbullying sharply increases as pandemic turns classes online: survey
Sunday's weather forecast
(News Focus) After settlement with LG, SK Innovation shifts into full gear for EV battery biz
BTS music video 'Idol' breaks 900 mln YouTube views
New cases back again under 700 on fewer tests, anothe wave of pandemic still worrisome
S. Korea's exports of cosmetics up 15 pct in 2020
Female mobile gamers enthused over casual mobile game
SsangYong Motor in receivership ramps up cost-cutting drive
S. Korea faces 212 import curbs in Q1 amid protectionism
Bookstore chain pulls memoirs of N.K. founder over controversy
Samsung scions to unveil inheritance tax payment plan this week
Police seek to adopt auto-lock systems for DUI offenders
Doosan Infracore wins excavator deal from Qatar
Regulator encourages banks to provide mid-rate loans to low-income people
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Homeowning newlyweds have more children than couples without homes: data
Today in Korean history
Ex-Asiana Airlines chief fined for rejecting menstrual leave
(LEAD) New cases back again under 700 on fewer tests, another wave of pandemic still worrisome
Air Force unit in southern city reports more COVID-19 cases
(2nd LD) New cases back again under 700 on fewer tests, another wave of pandemic still worrisome
(3rd LD) New cases back again under 700 on fewer tests, another wave of pandemic still worrisome
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Corporate direct financing gains 22.3 pct in March
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 26)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 26)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 26)
April exports estimated to jump 41 pct: poll
Blue Jays' Ryu Hyun-jin suffers minor gluteal strain after 3 2/3 innings
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Pope expresses willingness to visit N. Korea
Seoul stocks open higher on Wall Street gains
N. Korea tightens antivirus efforts amid increasing activities in spring season
New cases at 500 on less testing; Seoul to ramp up vaccine rollout
POSCO Chemical Q1 net income up 180.6 pct. to 39.9 bln won
(LEAD) New cases at 500 on less testing; Seoul to ramp up vaccine rollout
KT launches national emergency telecom network with Samsung Electronics
LG to launch new 27-inch gaming monitor in S. Korea
Members of N.K.'s largest youth group visit mausoleum ahead of congress
POSCO Q1 net income up 162 pct. to 1.13 tln won
Imported commercial car sales rise 18 pct in March
Samsung to launch new budget smartphone in S. Korea this week
S. Korea to accelerate COVID-19 vaccinations amid spiking cases
(LEAD) POSCO's Q1 net more than doubles amid pandemic
S. Korean Youn Yuh-jung of 'Minari' wins best supporting actress Oscar
S. Korea to partially lift ban on U.K. flights from May
(News Focus) Youn's 'extravagant' choice of 'Minari' brings home her first acting Oscar
Samsung's new QLED TV sales top 10,000 units in S. Korea
The Korea Interbank Offered Rates (KORIBOR)
Lock&lock Q1 operating earnings up 739.8 pct. to 6.7 bln won
Military reports 5 more coronavirus cases
(2nd LD) New cases at 500 on less testing; Seoul to ramp up vaccine rollout
Oscar-winning Youn Yuh-jung adds to S. Korean actresses' accolades from prestigious film fests
Local official indicted for land speculation in 1st for gov't task force
Seoul stocks up late Mon. morning on global recovery hopes
Unification minister calls for inter-Korean cooperation in forestry sector
(LEAD) S. Korea to accelerate COVID-19 vaccinations amid spiking cases
No talks with China on S. Korea's joining of Quad: defense ministry
Consumption expenditures on tourism and leisure hit hard by COVID-19
(LEAD) S. Korean Youn Yuh-jung of 'Minari' wins best supporting actress Oscar
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Overseas branches of Korean insurers report 34.8 pct drop in 2020 profit
Insurers' risk-based capital ratio falls in Q4 last year
S. Korean film industry people shine at Oscars for second year in a row
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Inter-Korean talks must resume at early date at all levels: unification ministry
Today in Korean history
Opera house project aimed for 2023 groundbreaking in Incheon biz district
(2nd LD) S. Korean Youn Yuh-jung of 'Minari' wins best supporting actress Oscar
S. Korea may develop 2 homegrown COVID-19 vaccines this year: minister
(2nd LD) S. Korea to accelerate COVID-19 vaccinations amid spiking cases
(3rd LD) New cases at 500 on less testing; Seoul to ramp up vaccine rollout
Hyundai Motor Group's office workers begin process to form union
Moon urges halt to 'politicization' of COVID-19 vaccine issue
Moon's disapproval reaches highest point: Realmeter
S. Korea begins vaccinating soldiers over 30 this week
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Industrial Bank Of Korea Q1 net income up 18.3 pct. to 592 bln won
U.S. Embassy congratulates Youn on winning best supporting actress Oscar
(LEAD) Moon urges halt to 'politicization' of COVID-19 vaccine issue
Seoul stocks up for 3rd day on recovery hopes, vaccination campaign
Oscar-winning Youn Yuh-jung hopes to continue acting till the end
Youn's Oscar glory celebrated in S. Korea
Defense ministry to check meal service for quarantined soldiers
COVID-19 deepens educational polarization at schools: civic group
S. Korean Bond Yields on April 26, 2021
(LEAD) Seoul stocks up for 3rd day on recovery hopes, vaccination campaign
(LEAD) Oscar-winning Youn Yuh-jung hopes to continue acting till the end
N. Korea technically equipped to hold video summit with S. Korea: official
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GS Retail Q1 net profit down 30.6 pct. to 34.3 bln won
Shipbuilders, shippers soar on rosy outlook
Justice ministry seeks to ease citizenship rules for children of permanent residents
Nuclear experts again call on Japan to provide transparent info on Fukushima water release
(LEAD) Youn's Oscar glory celebrated in S. Korea
S. Korea to develop indigenous Marine Corps chopper by 2031
Youn Yuh-jung's untraditional granny in 'Minari' catches hearts of American people
(LEAD) Defense ministry to check meal service for quarantined soldiers
(LEAD) S. Korea to develop indigenous Marine Corps chopper by 2031
S. Korea welcomes ASEAN leaders' call for end to Myanmar violence
(4th LD) New cases at 500 on less testing; Seoul to ramp up vaccine rollout
Mobile payment service Kakao Pay files for preliminary review for KOSPI listing
Belgian ambassador says wife will soon turn up for police probe over assault incident
(5th LD) New cases at 500 on less testing; Seoul to ramp up vaccine rollout
S. Korean defense minister voices condolences over deaths of Indonesian submarine crew members
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British aircraft carrier to visit S. Korea this year
Moon needs to show Biden what is possible to denuclearize N. Korea: Andy Kim
(LEAD) U.S. must be ready to make concessions to N. Korea to advance denuclearization: lawmaker
Sales of derivatives-tied securities dip in 2020
U.S. support for India strictly humanitarian: State Dept.
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 27)
(EDITORIAL from Korea Times on April 27)
(EDITORIAL from Korea JoongAng Daily on April 27)
S. Korea's economy grows 1.8 pct in Q1, heralding rebound this year
BTS to release 2nd English single 'Butter' on May 21
S. Korea's OTC market value tops 20 tln won
U.S. to provide up to 10 mln AstraZeneca vaccine doses to other countries in coming weeks: White House
(LEAD) S. Korea's economy grows faster than expected in Q1, heralding rebound this year
Tuesday's weather forecast
Biz community joins calls for pardon of Samsung heir
Samsung Card Q1 net profit up 23.4 pct. to 138.4 bln won
Seoul stocks open lower ahead of U.S. FOMC meeting
K-pop rookie Enhypen captures post-debut moments in new EP 'Border: Carnival'
New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; vaccine rollout to gather pace
Moon sends condolence letter to Indonesian leader over sub sinking tragedy
FM offers condolences over Indonesia's submarine sinking
S. Korean pitcher Yang Hyeon-jong joins Texas Rangers' MLB roster
Korea Zinc Inc Q1 net income up 49.6 pct. to 212.3 bln won
(LEAD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; vaccine rollout to gather pace
(2nd LD) S. Korea's economy grows faster than expected in Q1, heralding rebound this year
Korean refiners' Q1 exports hit 10-year low
S. Korea calls in Japanese diplomat to protest Tokyo's renewed claims to Dokdo
S. Korea develops new radar technology capable of detecting stealth fighters
Foreign population in S. Korea falls below 2 mln for 1st time in over 5 years
S-Oil shifts to black in Q1
(LEAD) K-pop rookie Enhypen captures post-debut moments in new EP 'Border: Carnival'
(LEAD) Samsung Card Q1 net up 23.4 pct amid rising consumption
Military reports five additional COVID-19 cases
S. Korea's demand for natural gas expected to rise 15 pct through 2034
S. Korea to increase more shipping services amid freight price hike
Retail sales up 18.5 pct in March on spring promotions, revenge shopping
Public agencies required to purchase only green cars
Samsung launches new robot vacuum cleaner with upgraded AI solutions
(LEAD) S. Korea calls in Japanese diplomat to protest Tokyo's renewed claims to Dokdo
Lee Kwang-soo to step away from 'Running Man' after 11 years
The Korea Interbank Offered Rates (KORIBOR)
S. Korea's venture investment touches record high in Q1
Seoul mayor says he will continue restructuring of Gwanghwamun Square
(LEAD) British aircraft carrier to visit S. Korea this year
(LEAD) S-Oil shifts to black in Q1 on higher petrochem margins
(2nd LD) S-Oil shifts to black in Q1 on higher petrochem margins
Moon says time approaching for resuming dialogue with North Korea
Seoul stocks edge down ahead of U.S. FOMC meeting
Samsung releases new enterprise SSD with upgraded performance
(LEAD) Moon says time approaching for resuming dialogue with North Korea
Unification minister urges N. Korea to implement peace agreements on summit anniversary
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Insurance fraud claims rise 2 pct in 2020
Tax agency launches probes into suspected tax evasion
No. of farmers, fishermen down 9.5 pct last year from 5 years earlier
Oscars finally acknowledges Youn Yuh-jung's decadeslong contribution: Bong Joon-ho
(LEAD) Lee Kwang-soo to step away from 'Running Man' after 11 years
Samsung SDI Q1 net profit up 20477.9 pct. to 150 bln won
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(LEAD) Seoul mayor says he will continue restructuring of Gwanghwamun Square
(LEAD) Samsung launches new robot vacuum cleaner with upgraded AI solutions
Hyundai Steel turns to black in Q1
Today in Korean history
(News Focus) Top official draws wrath of cryptocurrency investors, spurs political discussions
Naver aims to expand presence in local web browser market with Whale
(LEAD) Military to complete first dose vaccination of troops over 30s in 2 weeks
Samsung expands presence in Indian smartphone market in Q1: report
(LEAD) Samsung SDI Q1 net skyrockets on strong EV battery sales
(LEAD) Unification minister urges N. Korea to implement peace agreements on summit anniversary
(LEAD) Hyundai Steel swings to black in Q1 on robust demand
Trilateral cooperation with China, Japan at crossroads of 'leap or stagnation': vice FM
(2nd LD) Samsung SDI Q1 net skyrockets on strong EV battery sales
Doosan Bobcat Q1 net profit up 244.5 pct. to 115.4 bln won
Lotte Duty Free keeps No. 2 spot among global travel retailers: report
(2nd LD) Unification minister urges N. Korea to implement peace agreements on summit anniversary
(LEAD) S. Korean pitcher Yang Hyeon-jong of Texas Rangers makes MLB debut
Defense ministry apologizes over excessive antivirus rules at boot camp
(LEAD) BTS to release 2nd English single 'Butter' on May 21
Korean Air, Seoul city gov't reach arbitration agreement on land sale
(2nd LD) Moon says time approaching for resuming dialogue with North Korea
(News Focus) Legacies of two ex-presidents snag main opposition amid calls for post-election overhaul
Hyundai Development Q1 net income down 12.6 pct. to 91.6 bln won
27 test positive for COVID-19 at auto parts manufacturer in Cheonan
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(2nd LD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; vaccine rollout to gather pace
(3rd LD) S-Oil shifts to black in Q1 on higher petrochem margins
(3rd LD) Samsung SDI Q1 net skyrockets on strong EV battery sales
(2nd LD) Hyundai Steel swings to black in Q1 on robust demand
Seoul stocks inch down ahead of U.S. FOMC meeting
Doosan Infracore Q1 net income up 151 pct to 187.3 bln won
S. Korea reports steady rise in variant cases, total now at 535
Hanmi Pharm. Q1 net profit up 101.5 pct to 23.2 bln won
Hyundai unveils Kona N high-performance model
Foreign ministry pledges 'best measures' for safe return of citizens from virus-hit India
(LEAD) Doosan Bobcat Q1 net more than triples on overseas sales
Hanmi Science Q1 net income up 78.2 pct. to 11.6 bln won
S. Korea to press ahead with taxation on cryptocurrencies as planned: minister
Moon meets Novavax CEO, hopes for early use of its vaccine
SsangYong Motor to cut workforce amid court receivership
S. Korean Bond Yields on Apr. 27, 2021
(LEAD) Seoul stocks inch down ahead of U.S. FOMC meeting
(3rd LD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; vaccine rollout to gather pace
Daewoo E&C wins US$739 mln order from Singapore
(LEAD) Doosan Infracore Q1 net more than doubles on overseas sales
Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction turns to black in Q1
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Doosan shifts to black in Q1
(LEAD) Biz community joins calls for pardon of Samsung heir
Youn Yuh-jung's maiden film 'Woman of Fire' comes under limelight
Gender ministry unveils plan to ease adoption of mother's surname
N. Korean schools partially start resuming in-person classes: state media
Samsung family to unveil inheritance scheme on Wednesday: sources
(LEAD) S. Korea to press ahead with taxation on cryptocurrencies as planned: minister
Gov't holds preparatory meeting for P4G summit
(4th LD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; vaccine rollout to gather pace
Athletes for Tokyo Olympics to be vaccinated starting this week
S. Korea seeks Denmark's cooperation over Japan's Fukushima water release plan
Military to bring power generator, construction materials onto U.S. missile shield base
(LEAD) S. Korea seeks Denmark's cooperation over Japan's Fukushima water release plan
(5th LD) New virus cases in 500s for 2nd day; vaccine rollout to gather pace
(LEAD) Foreign ministry pledges 'best measures' for safe return of citizens from virus-hit India
Cardinal Nicholas Cheong Jin-suk dies
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U.S.-S. Korea alliance must begin with respect, understanding: Moon's aide
Cardinal Nicholas Cheong Jin-suk dies
(LEAD) Cardinal Nicholas Cheong Jin-suk dies
Court issues arrest warrant for Eastar Jet founder
U.S. to invest US$18 bln to develop new missile interceptor by 2028: report
Korea-US summit to mark new diplomatic milestone for Biden: U.S. official
U.S. may consider waiving patents for COVID-19 vaccines: White House
Consumer sentiment rises for 4th month in April
Top headlines in major S. Korean newspapers
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ADB ups its 2021 growth outlook for S. Korean economy to 3.5 pct
Major firms' overseas sales drop 4 pct in 2020 amid pandemic
Amorepacific Q1 net income up 105.4 pct. to 137.6 bln won
U.S. soldier at Camp Humphreys tests positive for virus
Amorepacific Group Q1 net profit up 86.5 pct. to 176.8 bln won
SK Hynix Q1 net profit up 52.9 pct to 992.6 bln won
Coronavirus self-test kits to hit pharmacy shelves in coming days
Police, protesters clash over shipments of power generator, construction materials onto THAAD base in Seongju
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(LEAD) SK hynix Q1 net up 53 pct on strong memory demand
Seoul stocks open lower ahead of U.S. FOMC results
Auto exports rise 31 pct in Q1 on robust demand
New cases bounce back near 800; untraceable infections at highest ever
JCS chairman heads to Hawaii for talks with U.S., Japanese counterparts
(LEAD) New cases bounce back near 800; untraceable infections at highest ever
Canada extends surveillance operation for violations of sanctions against N. Korea
(LEAD) Power generator, construction materials delivered to Seongju THAAD base despite protest
'Minari' eyes 1 mln attendees on Youn Yuh-jung's historic Oscar win
New Korean learning kit aims to help more fans study Korean with BTS
Military reports 4 additional coronavirus cases
(2nd LD) Power generator, construction materials delivered to Seongju THAAD base despite protest
Biz sentiment improves for 3rd straight month amid pandemic: poll
S. Korea to spend 36 bln won to build test bed for green ships
Samsung heirs to pay record-high inheritance taxes, but how to split late chief's stocks still uncertain