South Korea Records 16 Heatwave Deaths Amid Historic Temperatures
President Lee Jae Myung urges urgent action and systemic overhaul as South Korea faces unprecedented heat, with Japan also affected by severe heat conditions.
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President Lee Jae Myung urges urgent action and systemic overhaul as South Korea faces unprecedented heat, with Japan also affected by severe heat conditions.
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Authorities in Seoul have extended their first-ever heatwave warning as President Lee Jae Myung emphasizes the need for prompt measures in response to unprecedented weather conditions.
Deutsche Welle | Aug 4, 2026, 8:33 AM
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Scientists link increasing heatwaves to human-driven climate crisis as South Korea experiences its highest temperature on record.
Al Jazeera | Aug 2, 2026, 1:21 PM
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Since June 1, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has not made any publicized phone calls with world leaders, marking a two-month silence in her phone diplomacy.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 1, 2026, 4:49 AMworld
Following a government investigation revealing adoption record falsifications, South Korean adoptees and advocates call for accountability beyond apologies.
Al Jazeera | Jul 16, 2026, 5:05 AM
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South Korean golfer Haeran Ryu recorded the lowest round in LPGA major history during the third round of the 2026 Evian Championship, holding a three-stroke lead.
Fox News Latest | Jul 11, 2026, 9:44 PM
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Kylian Mbappe scores twice to equal Messi in the Golden Boot race as France advances to the round of 16 with a commanding win.
Al Jazeera | Jul 1, 2026, 1:49 AM
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Rising commodity prices and a weaker yen boost profit forecasts for Japanese trading companies.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 4, 2026, 7:10 AM
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Nigerian Richard Itoro and others leave South Africa due to rising anti-migrant violence, straining diplomatic ties on the continent.
BBC World | Aug 4, 2026, 6:57 AM
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Toyota Motor revises its fiscal year 2027 net profit forecast upward, citing the depreciation of the yen as a key factor.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 4, 2026, 5:58 AM
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Grab's CFO projects fintech business profitability in the second half of 2026 amid robust ride-hailing growth.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 4, 2026, 3:37 AM
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The parasitic infection causing severe diarrhoea has spread across 45 states, with Michigan at the epicentre of the outbreak.
BBC World | Aug 3, 2026, 5:04 PM
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American buyers accelerate purchases to avoid potential tariffs, causing inventories outside the US to decline.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 3, 2026, 4:50 PM
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Recent developments in US-China relations include new tariffs, a narrowing AI gap, and mixed reactions to President Trump's speech from minority communities and China hawks.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 2:37 PM
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A Guardian investigation reveals that Homeland Security officials under Trump subjected at least 10 hunger-striking detainees to involuntary medical procedures, including force-feeding, intravenous hydration, and blood draws.
Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 11:10 AM
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Consumers accuse Tokyo Berry of closely resembling the iconic Japanese confection Tokyo Banana, leading to canceled pop-up stores in South Korea amid controversy over branding and packaging.
CNA Latest News | Aug 3, 2026, 8:07 AM
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Seoul shifts away from its longstanding 'denuclearization-first' approach, but experts remain skeptical about North Korea's willingness to engage in talks.
NPR News | Aug 3, 2026, 7:22 AM
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Oil prices fell on August 3, 2026, following US President Donald Trump's announcement of renewed negotiations with Iran, while the yen strengthened after a rare joint intervention by US and Japanese officials.
CNA Latest News | Aug 3, 2026, 5:51 AM
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A surge in South Korean youth taking jobs in Japan highlights contrasting labor market challenges between the two countries.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 4:09 AM
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Turkey’s new status as an ASEAN dialogue partner marks a strategic move to deepen ties with Asia-Pacific nations and expand economic cooperation.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 3:22 AM
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The worst stock market collapse in South Korea's history has wiped out billions in retail investments, raising concerns over financial stability and market regulation.
ABC Australia News | Aug 2, 2026, 6:55 PM
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At the Indonesia Net-Zero Summit 2026, experts and youth participants called for Indonesia to actively engage in climate diplomacy amid shifting global priorities and emphasize its biodiversity assets.
CNA Latest News | Aug 2, 2026, 12:11 PM
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The number of deer at Nara Park in Japan has reached an unprecedented level, attributed to the support and generosity of visitors.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 2, 2026, 4:30 AM
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Rapid growth in artificial intelligence development across Asia is encountering significant limitations due to energy supply issues.
Nikkei Asia | Aug 1, 2026, 8:59 PMShowing 1-24 of 167 articles.