South Korean youth fight 'click war' in hunt for COVID-19 vaccines
Many young South Koreans feel unfairly singled out by authorities as the main driver of its COVID-19 outbreak, even as the government prioritizes vaccine distribution to older people.
South Korea COVID-19 cases still surging ahead of curbs in capital
Coronavirus cases continue to worsen in South Korea after a resurgence prompted the government to impose its highest social distancing rules in the greater Seoul area from next week. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency reported 1,378 new virus cases during the last 24 ...
South Korea considers reimposing restrictions as COVID-19 cases surge
The daily caseload was the worst since Dec. 25, when South Korea was experiencing a third wave of the pandemic.
Young voter anger over housing and jobs threatens Moon's legacy in South Korea
With one year left in his single five-year term, Moon's promise for a more just, compassionate and equitable society rings hollow to many.
South Korean designer creates 'Third Eye' for 'smartphone zombies'
The product is a satirical solution for those who can't take their eyes away from their screen long enough to stop themselves walking into a wall or other obstacle.
Retail investors vow war if short sellers end South Korea stock rally
The Korea Stockholders Alliance has vowed to gather day traders into a force to fight short sellers — much the same way their U.S. peers took on Wall Street over GameStop.
Moon and his party suffer big election losses in Seoul and Busan
A key issue in the races was anger over housing prices in major metropolitan areas that have soared under Moon.
Opposition set to win Seoul and Busan mayoral elections, say media reports
Recent opinion polls had shown the ruling Democratic Party's candidates trailing their People Power Party rivals in both cities.
Seoul ends mandatory coronavirus testing for foreign nationals after outcry
The reversal came as the National Human Rights Commission confirmed it was probing if the policies of several local governments for all foreign workers to be tested were discriminatory.
Seoul may elect first female mayor as scandal stirs Moon’s party
The suicide of Seoul’s mayor amid sexual harassment allegations shamed South Korea’s male-dominated society and the election to replace him is now turning into a battle over women’s rights.
‘Each day is critical’: South Korea’s 11th-hour battle with COVID-19
In several provinces across South Korea, there are no ICU beds available to treat the rapidly rising number of COVID-19 patients. As of Monday, the government confirmed that there were only 42 beds available nationwide. In the Seoul metropolitan area, home to half of ...
South Korea to restrict numbers for gatherings to stem spread of virus
The new measures will take effect from Wednesday and last until Jan. 3, and will apply to the capital as well as Gyeonggi Province and the city of Incheon.
