A special prosecutor is demanding the death penalty for former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol. He is accused of attempting to remain in power by imposing martial law.
North Korea accused the South of sending a reconnaissance drone to the DPRK's borders.
One of the most legendary actors of South Korean cinema, Ahn Sung-ki, died at the age of 74 on January 5.
On January 4, the DPRK launched several ballistic missiles towards the Sea of Japan. The launches were recorded from the Pyongyang area at about 07:50 a.m. local time.
Consumers will face up to a 20% increase in electronics prices this year. The price increase is due to a shortage of memory chips caused by increased demand for artificial intelligence.
Japan, South and North Korea officially entered the New Year. Traditional ceremonies were held in Seoul and Japan, and a large-scale fireworks display in Pyongyang.
An independent prosecutor is demanding a 10-year prison sentence for ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol on charges of obstruction of duty and abuse of power. The court could issue a verdict as early as next month.
China criticized the US for its plans to change nuclear policy, warning of an increased risk of conflict. This came after Washington's statement about its readiness to resume nuclear weapons tests in response to the actions of rivals.
The Russians launched another fake, this time it concerned the official account of the head of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, Kyrylo Budanov. Russian special services claim that Budanov's account was created on the territory of Russia.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhii Tikhyi, refuted Russian information about the recruitment of South Korean citizens in Seoul. This is another attempt to discredit Ukraine on the international stage.
A truck drove into a busy market in Bucheon, South Korea, traveling 150 meters. Two people died, 18 were injured, the driver was sober.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has expressed his readiness to meet with US President Donald Trump. This information came from the secretary of the South Korean parliamentary intelligence committee after a closed meeting with the National Intelligence Service.
North Korea launched about a dozen rockets from multiple launch rocket systems towards the Yellow Sea. This happened shortly before the planned visit of US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to the demilitarized zone.
North Korean servicemen captured in Ukraine hope for a "normal life" and express a desire to move to South Korea.
South Korea has agreed to pay the US $350 billion for tariff reductions, as well as to buy American oil and gas. According to Donald Trump, investments from South Korea will exceed $600 billion.
South Korea awarded US President Trump a golden crown and the country's highest honor after reaching a massive $355 billion deal with the US. The agreement includes investments and cooperation in shipbuilding.
The Donald Trump administration will sign an agreement with South Korea on cooperation in artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and 6G. This will strengthen export controls, reduce regulatory burdens, and improve biotechnology supply chains.
The Trump family earned over $800 million from crypto asset sales in the first half of 2025, significantly exceeding traditional business income. Unrealized gains from crypto assets could add another $10 billion.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin said that relations with North Korea are "going according to plan" during a meeting with DPRK Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui.
Korean dramas have gained global popularity due to their dynamic plots and emotional range. UNN offers a selection of series that cover corporate intrigues, fantastic adventures, and criminal mysteries.
Ukraine considers the decision of the General Assembly of the International Paralympic Committee not to extend the partial suspension of the national Paralympic committees of Belarus and Russia to be shameful. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Youth and Sports state that this encourages Russian aggression and terror, drawing sports into politics.
The International Paralympic Committee has lifted the partial suspension of Russia and Belarus, restoring their full membership rights. The decision was made at the IPC General Assembly in Seoul, despite Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
South Korea's Unification Minister said that North Korea possesses up to 2000 kg of highly enriched uranium, calling for a resumption of talks with the United States. Pyongyang is expanding its nuclear capabilities, and sanctions are not forcing it to abandon its nuclear weapons program.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said he is ready for negotiations with the United States if they abandon the demand for denuclearization. He also expressed warm memories of former President Donald Trump.
South Korea has received intelligence about the possible acquisition of a nuclear reactor by North Korea from Russia, which could have significant implications for global security. The reactor modules were likely taken from decommissioned Russian submarines.
Popular South Korean singer Psy is under police investigation for possible illegal acquisition of psychotropic drugs. He is suspected of violating medical law by obtaining medications through third parties without personally visiting a hospital.
The sister of the DPRK leader, Kim Yo Jong, refuted Seoul's statements about the dismantling of North Korean loudspeakers on the border. She accused South Korea of excessive optimism and emphasized that Pyongyang has no intention of removing them.
Former First Lady of South Korea Kim Keon-hee has been arrested on charges of fraud and bribery. The arrest followed the approval of a warrant by a Seoul court, particularly in connection with the Dior bag scandal.
South Korea has set a new weather record: 22 consecutive days in July with night temperatures in Seoul exceeding 25°C. This year, 13 people have died from heat-related causes, three times more than last year.
President Trump will meet with a South Korean trade delegation to negotiate a tariff deal. South Korea is seeking to lower a 25% tariff set to take effect on August 1.
