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How SK Hynix became a $1 trillion AI giant and why it’s coming to Nasdaq

SK Hynix rose from a struggling chipmaker to a $1 trillion AI giant. (Photo by Jung Yeon-je / AFP)
Updated on Aug 03, 2026 07:21 pm IST

South Korea issues heatwave alert as temperature hits record

People playing in a fountain to cool off in Yangsan.
Published on Aug 03, 2026 01:12 am IST

‘Collegium system well-suited for India': South Korea SC judge | HT Interview

Justice Daeyup Chun spoke to HT on judicial independence and India’s collegium system.
Updated on Jul 30, 2026 08:49 am IST

Why leverage made the AI chip sell-off much worse

Why leverage turned the AI chip sell-off into a market rout as leveraged ETFs, margin calls and forced selling magnified losses for investors worldwide. (Photographer: Michael Nagle/Bloomberg)
Updated on Jul 29, 2026 05:32 pm IST

Jenny Shin breaks out to 5-shot lead at Women's Scottish Open

Jenny Shin breaks out to 5-shot lead at Women's Scottish Open
Updated on Jul 25, 2026 03:09 am IST

Pet tarot readings: South Korea’s latest wellness trend for cats and dogs

A tarot reader conducts a 'pet tarot' session with a dog at a fortune-telling parlour in Seoul.
Updated on Jul 24, 2026 04:11 pm IST

South Koreans turn to tarot to glean their pets' thoughts

South Koreans turn to tarot to glean their pets' thoughts
Published on Jul 23, 2026 06:31 am IST

South Korea suffers ‘significant’ data leak of diplomats; hacking suspected

South Korea suffers "significant" data leak that could potentially affect all of its diplomats, following a breach at a government-run training academy.
Published on Jul 21, 2026 02:46 pm IST

Man films foreigners sitting on airport floor, asks why Indians are criticised

The man filmed passengers seated on the floor while waiting to board their flights.
Updated on Jul 17, 2026 12:01 pm IST

South Korea issues first emergency heatwave warning under new rating system

A woman uses a fan to shelter from the sun on a street in Seoul on July 12, 2026.
Updated on Jul 12, 2026 03:20 pm IST

Samsung results trigger slump in Asian stocks, rotation to less loved sectors

Samsung’s results “reinforce confidence in sustained AI-related demand, continued resilience in memory pricing and a constructive outlook for the industry over the medium to longer term,” said Albert Yong, managing partner at hedge fund Petra Capital Management.
Published on Jul 07, 2026 11:07 am IST

Former ENHYPEN member Heeseung debut solo track Ride or Die crosses 11 mn views

Lee Heeseung aka Evan's first digital solo track is titled Ride Or Die.
Published on Jun 26, 2026 01:16 pm IST

South Africa reach World Cup knockout for first time after win over South Korea

Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea.
Published on Jun 25, 2026 10:44 am IST

Man amazed by South Korea’s civic sense, shares experience of safe public spaces

A trolley left unattended in a public space, reflecting everyday trust in South Korea.
Published on Jun 22, 2026 02:06 pm IST

Tactics matter but let them play

Thomas Tuchel. (AFP)
Published on Jun 19, 2026 08:23 pm IST

South Korean leader says Trump wants to turn attention to North after Iran deal

U.S. President Donald Trump talks to CEO of Google DeepMind Demis Hassabis, center, and South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung during the G7 summit.
Updated on Jun 19, 2026 12:12 pm IST

Mexico becomes 1st country to reach knockout stage after beating South Korea 1-0

Romo's goal in the 50th minute did the job for Mexico.
Updated on Jun 19, 2026 09:04 am IST

South Korea seeks Trump’s help on North Korean nuclear issue

South Korea’s President Lee Jae Myung sought US President Donald Trump’s help in engaging with North Korea to resolve issues related to its nuclear program.
Published on Jun 17, 2026 04:35 pm IST

Add to cart, pay zero: South Korean GenZ is obsessed with ‘fake’ online shopping

Welcome to the latest trend taking over South Korea: ‘dopamine sites’
Published on Jun 16, 2026 04:33 pm IST

Charles & Keith welcomes Kim You Jung as its newest global face

Charles & Keith welcomes Kim You Jung as its newest global face
Published on Jun 16, 2026 04:15 pm IST

North Korea condemns US missile sale approval to South Korea: State media

North Korea routinely criticises US-South Korea military cooperation as preparation for war.
Updated on Jun 13, 2026 05:23 pm IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: How South Korea turned it around against Czechia

South Korean players celebrate after winning the 2026 World Cup Group A football match against Czechia on Friday. (AFP)
Published on Jun 12, 2026 03:02 pm IST

A ‘red’ start to the FIFA World Cup

South Africa's Sphephelo Sithole is shown a red card by referee Wilton Sampaio during the opening match against Mexico. (Reuters)
Published on Jun 12, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Kim Soo Hyun to return to work after legal win in Kim Sae Ron case: Report

Kim Soo Hyun in still from the Korean drama Queen of Tears.
Updated on Jun 08, 2026 10:22 am IST

Guest Column| India’s imported anxiety: Growth means little without strong rupee

A country’s confidence is not measured only by its GDP number or its stock index. It is measured by whether its citizens feel that their savings, salaries, businesses and children’s futures are gaining strength, not merely surviving volatility.
Updated on Jun 03, 2026 05:51 pm IST

The Red Devils' greatest triumph remains football's biggest debate

South Korea players celebrate after their win against Spain in the 2002 FIFA World Cup
Updated on Jun 01, 2026 03:11 pm IST

At least five killed in fire and explosion at defence company in South Korea

A vehicle of Korea Electric Power Corporation enters the main gate at the Hanwha Aerospace plant in Daejeon on June 1, 2026, after a reported explosion.
Updated on Jun 01, 2026 11:38 am IST

Chinese Dissident Braves 30-Hour Rubber Boat Journey to South Korea

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Dong Guangping was picked up in the waters off the west coast of South Korea. 
Published on May 28, 2026 03:44 pm IST

South Korean Starbucks boss apologises for ad campaign that evoked massacre

Shinsegae Chairman Chung Yong-jin speaks during a press conference in Seoul on May 26, 2026. The South Korean operator of the Starbucks coffee chain said on May 26 it had been unable to determine whether a controversial marketing campaign accused of mocking a pro-democracy uprising had been intentional or not.
Published on May 26, 2026 01:57 pm IST