South Korea
Ex-CIA analyst accused of spying in exchange for handbags, Michelin-star sushi
A prominent voice on US foreign policy with a taste for designer labels is accused of accepting luxury goods in exchange for helping South Korean intelligence.
- by Claire Fahy and Jesse McKinley
Latest
These bagels are illegal in South Korea
A Trader Joe’s seasoning blend has garnered a cult following around the world. But travellers arriving in Seoul have little chance of getting it past customs.
- by Eve Sampson
Explainer
World politics
‘Grave provocation’: What does North Korea’s Kim Jong-un want?
K-pop is blasting into North Korea once more as bizarre tactics ratchet up tensions on the peninsula. We explore what’s behind this “tit-for-tat” in an Explainer updated from earlier this year.
- by Angus Holland and Jackson Graham
The next Japan: The hot new destination Aussies are flocking to
The number of Australians flocking to this exciting Asian country has surged 35 per cent compared to before the pandemic.
- by Chris Tharp
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Airport reviews
It’s one of the best airports in the world - I wish I was stuck here longer
If you’re flying out of Incheon International be sure to arrive at least three hours before your flight to enjoy the facilities and entertainment.
- by Kristie Kellahan
From K-drama to K-horror: How South Korea is reinventing zombie flicks
South Korea already as a reputation for making great TV dramas and now Netflix is helping bring their horror films to the world.
- by Nell Geraets
South Korean court convicts ex-cops over Halloween crowd crush cover-up
They are the first convictions over the nearly 160 deaths, which included two Australians, Justina Cho, 28, and Grace Rached, 23.
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Airline reviews
Airline review: On board the world’s busiest flight route
The busiest flight route in the world features no food, no entertainment and no colour.
- by Kristie Kellahan
Updated
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Parasite actor Lee Sun-kyun found dead amid drug allegations
The South Korean actor of the Oscar-winning film has been found dead. He had been facing an investigation over accusations of illegal drug use amid a government crackdown.
- by Reuters
South Korea offers cut-price mortgages – if you do your part for a baby boom
Faced with one of the world’s lowest fertility rates, the South Korean government is desperately trying to convince people to start a family.
- by Lauren Almeida
‘Hero Kim’: Kim Jong-un launches nuclear attack submarine
The Hero Kim Kun OK was designed to launch tactical nuclear weapons from underwater and counter US naval power, the North Korean leader said.
- by Kim Tong-hyung
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