The South Korean capital saw some of its heaviest rainfall in decades. Drivers abandoned cars in the upscale Gangnam district as roads became impassable.
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South Korea’s New President Calls for Criminal Investigation of Past Government
Newly released photos of two North Korean men being deported under Moon Jae-in have revived accusations of a potential “crime against humanity.”
Conservative Party Wins Big in South Korean Local Elections
The victory adds to the influence of President Yoon Suk-yeol, who took power by a razor-thin margin less than three months ago.
Tattoos, Still Illegal in South Korea, Thrive Underground
Tattoo artists, long treated as criminals for their work, say that it is time to end the stigma against their business.
South Korea Inaugurates Yoon Suk-yeol as President
During his inaugural speech, Yoon Suk-yeol said his country would play a greater role in promoting freedom and human rights around the world.
In South Korea, a Spike in Covid Cases Meets a Collective Shrug
A country that once had one of the world’s most aggressive coronavirus policies is opting to learn to live with the virus, even in the face of a soaring infection rate.
BTS Performs Live in Seoul for First Time in Over 2 Years
The K-pop group returned to the stage in South Korea on Thursday, although fans were not allowed to cheer, scream or sing along because of Covid restrictions.
Meet South Korea’s Swing Voters: Young, Broke and Angry
Frustrated over housing prices, a lack of job opportunities and a widening income gap, the once-reliable voting bloc is undecided and will most likely elect the next president.
South Korea reports high turnout in early voting, but apologizes to coronavirus patients for a lack of preparation.
South Korea is experiencing a sharp spike in coronavirus cases, its worst wave of the pandemic, but is allowing infected voters to cast a ballot in the country’s contentious presidential election.