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World stocks rally on AI optimism; jitters over Iran persist
Global stocks experienced a rally driven by optimism surrounding artificial intelligence, while concerns over Iran's…
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Page 9 of South Korean news on WeSearch — chronological, deduplicated, free to read.
Korean coverage pairs the domestic nationals with English-language editions. As with Japan, the domestic and export-facing outlets often prioritise different stories, and the combined timeline makes that visible.
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SpaceX targets $1.75 tril. valuation including greenshoe option in record IPO, sources say
SpaceX is planning a record initial public offering (IPO) aiming to raise at least $75 billion and achieve a valuation…
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Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket to return to flight before year ends, CEO says
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket is set to return to flight by the end of the year, according to CEO Dave Limp. This…
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Trump makes changes to steel, aluminum and copper tariffs
President Trump has made adjustments to tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper imports, lowering some rates on…
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Airbus tests passenger plane that can fly 22 hours non-stop
Airbus has successfully tested its A350-1000ULR aircraft, which is designed for ultra long-range flights of up to 22…
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USTR says Section 301 trade investigation results due in coming weeks
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer announced that results from ongoing trade investigations will be released in…
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USTR points to Korea's steel industry as he defends Trump's tariff policy
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer defended President Trump's tariff policy by highlighting Korea's emergence as…
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Israel, Hezbollah trade blows as diplomats meet in Washington
Israel and Hezbollah engaged in exchanges of fire while diplomats from both sides met in Washington for peace talks.…
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Iran's IRGC attacks US Fifth Fleet headquarters, airbase, local media reports
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps has launched missile and drone attacks on the U.S. Fifth Fleet headquarters and an…
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'Clear-eyed' on China: takeaways from Pete Hegseth's Shangri-La speech
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered a speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, focusing on U.S.-China…
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Trump will make only 'good' Iran deal that satisfies his 'redlines': White House official
U.S. President Donald Trump emphasized that any deal with Iran must meet his specific conditions, known as 'redlines.'…
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Iran says 'no negotiations' taking place on nuclear issue: state TV
Iran's foreign ministry has stated that there are currently no negotiations regarding its nuclear program. This…
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S. Korea, US, other countries call for designation of vessels over NK sanctions breaches
South Korea, the U.S., and several other countries have called for the U.N. to designate vessels violating sanctions…
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Trump administration wants to raise North American auto content to 82%, with half from US
The Trump administration is proposing to increase the regional content requirement for North American-built vehicles…
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Israeli troops push deeper into Lebanon as two sides start talks at Pentagon
Israeli troops have advanced into southern Lebanon amid ongoing military talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials…
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Trump says meeting Friday to make final decision on deal with Iran
President Trump announced a meeting on Friday to finalize a deal with Iran. He outlined key conditions for the…
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Blue Origin rocket explodes on launch pad during engine-firing test
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test in Cape Canaveral, Florida. The explosion…
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Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2
A Russian drone crashed into an apartment building in Galati, Romania, injuring two people. The incident occurred…
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Japan's 'posthumous divorce' rise reflects burdens of aging society
The number of people in Japan choosing posthumous divorce, a legal procedure to sever ties with a deceased spouse's…
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US and Iran reach deal but need Trump's final approval, report says
The United States and Iran have reached an outline agreement to extend their ceasefire pending the approval of…
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Trump's face could appear on $250 bill
A proposal has been made to feature President Donald Trump's likeness on a new $250 bill, marking a significant…
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Google employee charged with using search data to make $1.2 mil on Polymarket
A Google employee has been charged with insider trading for allegedly using confidential search data to profit over…
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House draft of 2027 defense bill backs maintaining USFK troop levels
The House draft of the 2027 defense bill includes language to maintain current US troop levels in South Korea. The…
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Uganda closes its border with Congo, where suspected cases of rare Ebola type are surging
Uganda has closed its border with Congo due to a surge in suspected cases of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus. This decision…
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Hamas confirms that Israeli airstrikes killed its new military leader in Gaza City
Hamas has confirmed that Israeli airstrikes killed Mohammed Odeh, the new leader of its military wing, along with his…
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Trump’s latest immigration move clouds the path to green cards
The Trump administration has announced a new immigration policy requiring green card applicants to apply from their…
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S&P 500, Nasdaq muted as AI rally pauses, investors await Mideast news
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq experienced muted trading as investors paused from the recent AI-led rally. Banking stocks…
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Trump says US 'not satisfied' yet in Iran deal, Strait of Hormuz will be 'open to everybody'
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that his administration is not yet satisfied with the ongoing negotiations with…
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US vows to prevent any Ebola cases from entering the country
The United States is taking measures to prevent any Ebola cases from entering the country amid an outbreak in the…
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Koreans in US send protest emails to Starbucks HQ over ‘Tank Day’
Koreans in the United States are protesting Starbucks over its 'Tank Day' marketing campaign, which they believe…
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Trump says US 'not satisfied' while Iran 'very much intent' on making deal
U.S. President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the ongoing negotiations with Iran, despite their intent to…
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US will need years to replenish advanced weapons used in Iran war: analysis
A recent analysis indicates that U.S. military contractors will require at least three years to replenish key weapons…
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White House says Iran report on draft deal is 'complete fabrication'
The White House has dismissed an Iranian state television report about a draft deal with the U.S. as a 'complete…
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ICC trial for ex-Philippine President Duterte to start in November
The International Criminal Court will begin the trial of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for crimes…
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Thai cop says viral image of policemen in fancy dresses is fake
A viral image of Thai policemen in colorful dresses for a drug raid was revealed to be AI-generated. The police…
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Canada intends to buy Saab early warning aircraft, says Carney
Canada is negotiating to purchase GlobalEye early warning aircraft from Saab Technologies. Prime Minister Mark Carney…
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Iran says draft deal with US would reopen Hormuz shipping, end naval blockade
Iran has announced a draft agreement with the United States aimed at restoring commercial shipping through the Strait…
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Hantavirus cases from cruise outbreak rise to 13 following new case in Spain, WHO says
The number of Hantavirus cases linked to a cruise ship outbreak has risen to 13, according to the World Health…
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Chinese dissident escapes to Korea by rubber boat: attorney
A Chinese dissident, Dong Guangping, has escaped to Korea on a rubber boat, according to his attorney. He is known for…
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ICE detainees dying by suicide at 'alarming' rate, AP investigation finds
An investigation by the Associated Press reveals a troubling increase in suicide rates among ICE detainees, with at…
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Trump gathers Cabinet as he looks to seal deal to end war
U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet with his Cabinet to discuss negotiations aimed at ending the war with Iran.…
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Trump to hold full Cabinet meeting at Camp David
President Donald Trump is set to hold a full Cabinet meeting at Camp David amid rising tensions following recent U.S.…
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China says it hopes Iran war parties can meet each other halfway
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed hope for a ceasefire in the Iran conflict during a UN meeting. He…
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Trump declares himself in perfect health after physical exam
President Donald Trump reported that he is in perfect health following a physical exam at Walter Reed National…
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Louvre heist to be turned into film
The recent heist at the Louvre Museum, where thieves stole jewels valued at $100 million, is being adapted into a film…
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America's tech-filled classrooms are facing backlash against school-assigned devices
America's public schools are facing a backlash against the use of school-assigned devices. Many parents and educators…
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Wall Street nears records as US stocks catch up to global gains
U.S. stocks are approaching record highs as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reach new peaks amid ongoing negotiations regarding…
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America's tech-filled classrooms are facing a backlash against school-assigned devices
America's public schools are facing a backlash against the use of school-assigned devices. Many parents and educators…
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Iran partially lifts longest internet shutdown in history, data shows
Iran has partially lifted its internet blackout, which lasted over two months and was the longest in modern history.…
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Iran condemns US strikes as a show of 'bad faith' and warns of consequences
Iran has condemned recent U.S. military strikes as a demonstration of bad faith amid ongoing negotiations to end the…