The Korea Herald editorial notes that the North Jeolla Province administration will reportedly pause a significant regional project, sparking discussion on local governance priorities.

The South Korean government announced a plan to supply over 230,000 housing units, as reported in an editorial from the Korea Herald.

The Korea Herald has published guides to help readers learn K-pop trainee-level dance moves and improve their Korean small talk skills. These articles aim to assist those interested in Korean culture and language.

Herald Media Group, publisher of The Korea Herald, organized a charity golf tournament to support the global promotion of Hangeul, the Korean writing system, with approximately 180 participants.

The Korea Herald recommends three must-visit exhibitions at the Venice Biennale, which is currently drawing art professionals from around the world.

Herald Corp., publisher of The Korea Herald, will host its annual EcoTech Festa at Yonsei University on May 7. The event aims to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and students to discuss the economic value of environmental technology.

This is one of a series of interviews in which Kim Hoo-ran, editor-at-large at The Korea Herald, speaks with leaders, trailblazers, unsung heroes and both well- and lesser-known figures who share the…

As China accelerates its advance in foundation models, South Korea is not far behind in frontier model performance, according to Shin Jin-woo, ICT endowed chair professor at the Kim Jaechul Graduate School of AI at KAIST. But performance is not the real issue. “The technology gap is often exaggerated,” Shin said in a recent interview with The Korea Herald in Seoul. “Based on the time required to absorb and reproduce publicly released technologies, the difference is closer to half a year.” Becaus

A South Korean woman arrested for killing men in motel rooms by spiking their drinks met the clinical criteria necessary to be considered a psychopath, police said on Wednesday. The 22-year-old suspect, identified only by her surname Kim, had scored high marks on the “revised psychopathy checklist”, investigators told The Korea Herald. The test, which measures 20 traits such as callousness, impulsivity, lack of empathy and irresponsibility, has a maximum score of 40. Anyone who scores 25 and...

The Korea Herald provides information on how residents can access medical facilities and emergency services during the Seollal holiday.

An editorial argues that the accelerating deployment of artificial intelligence is moving too quickly for current ethical frameworks and manuals to effectively regulate or guide its development.

An editorial from The Korea Herald questions the timing of a push for fiscal restraint in South Korea, given the current boom in the semiconductor industry.

The Korea Herald interviews virtual idol Mumune, exploring the growing phenomenon of AI-powered virtual entertainers and their integration into the music industry.

Herald Media Group has announced the appointment of Kim Hyung-kon as the new executive vice president of The Korea Herald and head of the group’s marketing division, where he will oversee general and marketing operations.

The Korea Herald invited six content creators to cover Africa Day 2026, hosted by the African Group of Ambassadors in the Republic of Korea, expanding the event's reach to social media audiences.

Katseye's Manon will not join the group’s performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in Indio, California, Friday, Hybe America confirmed to The Korea Herald.

The Korea Herald explores what makes cities like Montreal and Seoul global cultural powerhouses, highlighting their strategies for transforming urban spaces into artistic hubs and leveraging cultural confidence for international expansion.

Heeseung of Enhypen will not be returning to the boy band, its agency Belift Lab reaffirmed Sunday, less than a week after Hybe’s sub-label announced the main vocalist’s solo path outside the group. “Heeseung will not be returning to Enhypen,” Belift Lab told The Korea Herald. “He has a clear artistic direction he wants to pursue, and we decided to respect that.” The confirmation comes as fans — particularly international supporters — continue to organize large-scale campaigns urging the agency

For Kim Young-joon, the 36-year-old founder and chair of Pablo Air, volunteering for South Korea’s Army special forces was an easy decision. “I don’t really like doing what others usually do,” Kim said in an interview with The Korea Herald at the company’s office in Incheon last week. While most Korean men complete their mandatory military service through conscription, Kim chose the more demanding route of volunteering as an officer in the special forces. “I like adventures, so I was looking for

“First of all, I don't know how to express this joy. It still doesn't feel real that I've experienced winning twice as a representative of Korea on a stage I've dreamed of since childhood.” Kim Eui-jeong (stage name Calvin Kim), leader and choreographer of the Korean dance team The Stories, which won first place at the '2026 VIBE Dance Competition' held last weekend in California, USA, told The Korea Herald...

An editorial from The Korea Herald discusses how cheap money previously made debt seem harmless, but the bond market now presents a different reality.

An editorial from The Korea Herald discusses how years of cheap money made debt seem harmless, but the bond market is now signaling a change, indicating higher borrowing costs.

The Korea Herald answers frequently asked questions about Korean bedding, which has gained international attention for its quality, covering topics like sizes and overseas shipping.

The Ministry of Unification is acquiring Korean War-related artifacts, including a 1967 edition of The Korea Herald, for research at the National Memorial for Abductees during the Korean War.

The Korea Herald is celebrating three years of its Africa Day events, with Africa Day 2026 focusing on cultural exchange to strengthen the friendship between Korea and Africa.

Deputy Culture Minister Jung Hyangmi emphasized how architecture transcends language and borders in her congratulatory speech at The Korea Herald's 4th Architecture Forum, marking a significant chapter in South Korea-France bilateral exchanges.

IKSAN, South Jeolla Province — Harim Group, Korea’s 30th-largest conglomerate by assets, is best known for its leading poultry processing and distribution business. Now positioning itself as a global food and agribusiness company, the group is expanding its reach with a focus on premium ready-to-eat meals. The Korea Herald toured Harim's First Kitchen, a 520 billion won ($347 million) advanced food manufacturing complex in Iksan, on Friday. Operated by Harim Industrial, the facility comprises fo

A fire has broken out in a guesthouse in the South Korean capital, Seoul. The Korea Herald writes that ten people were injured, particularly foreign tourists.

The United Arab Emirates has asked South Korea to expedite delivery of its Cheongung-II interceptor missile system, an official at Seoul's arms procurement agency confirmed Friday, as Gulf states move to strengthen air defenses following the escalating conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran. An official at the Defense Acquisition Program Administration, requesting anonymity, confirmed to The Korea Herald that the UAE had requested earlier delivery of Cheongung-II batteries and int

Sri Lanka is seeking to elevate ties with South Korea through capacity-building, investment and labor mobility, Sri Lankan Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment Arun Hemachandra said in an interview with The Korea Herald on Wednesday. Last week, Hemachandra was in Seoul and Busan, where he met Korea’s Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Chung Eui-hae to discuss bilateral economic and labor cooperation ahead of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2027. Separately, h