South Korea

North Korea's first US-friendly step post Singapore summit, cancels anti-US rally

North Korea shows the sign of its will to improve relations with the United States, thereby canceling its annual "anti-US imperialism" rally, which it has been holding for several years.

Jun 26, 2018

US announces indefinite suspension of military exercises in South Korea

The Pentagon has also cancelled two Korean Marine Exchange Program training exercises which were scheduled for the next three months.

Jun 23, 2018

North, South Korea agree to field unified team for 2018 Asian Games

Two nations agree to field a unified team to march under the unified flag for the opening and closing of the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia. This will be the second time a unified Korea participates after the 2018 Winter Olympics.

Jun 19, 2018

Trump upholds promise to Kim, suspends military exercises with South Korea

The US and South Korea announced that they will suspend the Ulchi Freedom Guardian exercise that was scheduled for August. No decision was taken on other joint-exercises yet, as both nations are waiting for Kim to deliver on his promise of complete denuclearization.

Jun 19, 2018

Trump vs. America? United States' trust on North Korea deal is conditional

Americans seem to have a divided opinion on North Korea-US alliance on denuclearization. While Trump seems confident on Kim signing the pact, rest of the nation raises doubts.

Jun 15, 2018

Post-Korea summit, Trump turns healer, hints at ending war games

Donald Trump asks Americans to feel safer as he returns from the Singapore summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and hints towards a better relation between the two nations.

Jun 13, 2018

Singapore-North Korea trade can grow if sanctions lifted: PM Lee

Trade between Singapore and North Korea could grow if U.N. sanctions against it are lifted, the city-state's prime minister, Lee Hsien Loong, said on Sunday, as his country prepared to host a historic U.S.- North Korea summit.

Jun 10, 2018

Trump Supporters Chant Nobel For Korea Talks At Michigan Rally

U.S. President Donald Trump takes credit for progress in talks between the Koreas as he supporters chant and amp;ldquo;Nobel and amp;rdquo; at a rally in Michigan.

Apr 29, 2018

Leaders Of North And South Korea Hold Historic Meeting

The summit between the North and South Korean leaders covered a lot of ground. After the two shared a handshake on each side of the border, the two leaders planted a tree, toasted and unveiled a cake to commemorate the event. and amp;nbsp;Picture and amp; Footage Courtesy:Getty ImagesReuters and amp;nbsp;Music:Jahzzer The Wrong Way

Apr 27, 2018

Who is Admiral Harry Harris?

Navy Admiral Harry Harris, and amp;nbsp;commander of U.S. and amp;nbsp;Pacific Command, could become the next ambassador to South Korea. The 61-year-old military veteran had been tapped as ambassador to Australia and amp;mdash; President Donald Trumps original plan. That hearing and amp;nbsp;has since been postponed. and amp;nbsp;Music: Audioblocks - Truth-Picker

Apr 25, 2018

Tourists can now rent 'Oppa' as guide in South Korea

The term "Oppa" is used by Korean women to address an older male friend, family member, or romantic partner of the same generation.

Apr 15, 2018

What to know about the historic North and South Korea summit meeting

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will meet South Korean president Moon Jae-in on April 27.

Mar 31, 2018

Paralympics 2018 opening ceremony highlights: North and South Korea march separately

North and South Korea kicked off the Paralympics by deciding not to march together following a dispute about which version of their unified flag to use.

Mar 13, 2018

South Korean actor Jo Min-ki found dead after accusations of sexual misconduct

South Korean actor and drama professor Jo Min-ki, who was accused of sexual misconduct, was found dead in his home at the age of 52.

Mar 13, 2018

South Korea says Trump has agreed to meet with North Koreas Kim Jong-un by May

In a stunning announcement, US President Donald Trump said he will meet with North Koreas Kim by May, according to South Korean National Security Adviser Chung Eui-Yong.

Mar 9, 2018

North Korea promises not to nuke South Korea

North Korean state television KRT released a video of its leader, Kim Jong Un, meeting the South Korean delegation on March 5, after both sides held a two-day meeting in Pyongyang.  South Korea has said that the North has promised not to use nuclear and conventional weapons against them.

Mar 6, 2018

LG launches X4 smartphone with LG Pay in South Korea

The new LG X4 comes with the company's digital payment platform LG Pay.

Mar 5, 2018

Pyeongchang Winter Olympics come to a close

The 2018 Winter Olympics came to a close in Pyeonchang, South Korea on Sunday (February 25) with a lavish firework display. The fireworks accompanied performances from K-pop bands including EXO and CL. The next winter games will be in Beijing in 2022. 

Feb 25, 2018

Timelapse of skies over Olympic Stadium in Pyeongchang

Footage shows timelapse of the skies over the Olympic Stadium in South Korea ahead of the closing ceremony on Sunday (February 25).

Feb 25, 2018

Ivanka Trump Backs Pressure On North Korea To Denuclearize

Ivanka Trump attends banquet at South Koreas Presidential Blue House hosted by South Korean President Moon Jae-In, where she speaks about North Korea. 

Feb 24, 2018