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Published on 11:38 GMT

Samsung Electronics, South Korea union to resume pay talks on May 18, union says

SEOUL - Samsung Electronics and its South Korean labour union will resume pay talks on May 18 with a government mediator, the union said, in a move that could ease concerns over a potentially disruptive strike at the tech giant. The union said in a …

Source: The Straits Times - Pro-Government
Published on 13:02 GMT

Over 500 candidates elected unopposed ahead of South Korea local elections

Anadolu staff 16 May 2026•Update: 16 May 2026 A total of 513 candidates have been elected unopposed ahead of South Korea’s June 3 local elections after running without challengers in their constituencies, local media reported Saturday, citing the country’s …

Source: Anadolu Agency - Pending
Published on 07:08 GMT

South Korea opposes Iran’s reported plan to charge Hormuz transit fees

Hwang Jong-woo says waterway is an international shipping route where free navigation must be guaranteedSouth Korea flag. PHOTO: ANADOLU AGENCY South Korea’s oceans minister is opposed to Iran’s reported move to impose fees on ships passing through the …

Source: The Express Tribune - Indeterminate
Published on 05:50 GMT

South Korea: Special counsel seeks 7.5-yr prison term for ex-first lady in bribery case

Seoul: A special counsel team in South Korea has sought a 7.5-year prison term for former first lady Kim Keon Hee during her bribery trial on charges of receiving luxury gifts along with requests for government appointments and other favours. Special …

Source: The Hans India - Neutral
Published on 05:37 GMT

Vice foreign minister to visit U.S. next week to expedite follow-up talks on summit agreements

Published: 15 May. 2026, 20:00 First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoon-joo, left, poses with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau ahead of their talks at the State Department in Washington on Dec. 1, 2025. [MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS] First …

Source: Korea JoungAng Daily - Center-right
Published on 16:33 GMT

AI boom pushes Seoul’s Kospi index over 8,000

SEOUL: South Korea’s benchmark Kospi index topped 8,000 points for the first time Friday, buoyed by an artificial intelligence-driven boom in the country’s semiconductor industry. The index briefly rose above the milestone in morning trade before falling …

Source: Kuwait Times - Pro-Government
Published on 01:44 GMT

Prime minister calls for systematic terror response system

Published: 15 May. 2026, 12:39 Updated: 15 May. 2026, 16:23 Prime Minister Kim Min-seok, fourth from left, speaks during a meeting of a task force on anti-terrorism at the government complex in Jongno District, central Seoul, on May 15. [YONHAP] Prime …

Source: Korea JoungAng Daily - Center-right
Published on 09:02 GMT

Top N. Korean parliament official meets Vietnam FM in Pyongyang

SEOUL, May 16 (Yonhap) -- A top official of North Korea's rubber-stamp legislature met Vietnam's Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung for talks in Pyongyang earlier this week, the North's state media reported Saturday. Jo Yong-won, chairman of the …

Source: Yonhap News Agency - Center-right
Published on May 15, 2026

Japan’s PM Takaichi heads to South Korea for landmark summit next week

Takaichi will visit the president's hometown of Andong in North Gyeongsang Province, eastern South Korea, to further build rapport as part of the so-called shuttle diplomacy, or mutual visits by the Asian neighbors' leaders to each other's …

Source: Kazinform - Pending
Published on 07:45 GMT

Chiang Mai Tourism Roadshow Ignites Market Interest in Seoul

The Association of Northern Tourism Federation- Chiang Mai, supported by Chiang Mai Provincial Administrative Organization successfully launched a strategic roadshow in Seoul to strengthen Tourism ties between Thailand and South Korea. Led by Mrs. Wityalak …

Source: City News - Pending
Published on May 15, 2026

North Korea-South Korea women’s football match sells out in hours

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Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on 06:04 GMT

Lawmaking stalls amid political gridlock in Seoul

The approval rate for bills in the first half of South Korea’s 22nd National Assembly has fallen to 7.5 percent, a steep drop from previous legislatures as intensifying political confrontation slows even measures tied to everyday livelihoods. According to …

Source: Donga Ilbo - Center-right
Published on 07:36 GMT

513 uncontested candidates elected ahead of June 3 local elections

Officials at the National Election Commission's Daegu office check supplies for polling stations, Thursday, ahead of the June 3 local elections. Yonhap A total of 513 candidates, including three local government heads, have been elected without a vote …

Source: The Korea Times - Center-left
Published on May 15, 2026

South Korea's Navy deploys 4,400-tonne destroyer to Cheonghae unit amid ongoing Iran war

Seoul: A 4,400-tonne South Korean destroyer departed from a naval base in the southeastern city of Busan on Friday for rotational deployment in an overseas mission based off the Somali coast, the Navy said. The ROKS Wang Geon destroyer departed from Busan …

Source: The Hans India - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2026

South Korea's KOSPI Plunges 6% From Record High as Samsung, SK hynix Lead Tech Sell-Off

Foreign investors sold Korean equities amid inflation, rate and geopolitical concerns. The South Korean won weakened beyond 1,500 per dollar during market volatility. Retail investors increased stock purchases while foreign investors reduced market …

Source: International Business Times Singapore - Pending
Published on May 15, 2026

Xi and Trump agree Hormuz must remain open, White House says after Beijing summit

BEIJING/WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed that the Strait of Hormuz must remain open and Iran should not have capabilityto develop nuclear weapons,the White House said, following the US-China summit in …

Source: Saudi Gazette - Indeterminate
Published on 06:07 GMT

KBS Poll: DP's Chong Leads PPP's Oh 43% to 32% Ahead of Seoul Mayor Race

Photo : KBS A new KBS poll shows the ruling Democratic Party's(DP) Chong Won-oh in front as the preferred candidate in the Seoul mayoral race over his main opposition People Power Party(PPP) rival Oh Se-hoon with the June 3 local elections just weeks …

Source: KBS World - Pending
Published on May 15, 2026

South Korea's Navy deploys 4,400-tonne destroyer to Cheonghae unit ami...

Seoul, May 15 (IANS) A 4,400-tonne South Korean destroyer departed from a naval base in the southeastern city of Busan on Friday for rotational deployment in an overseas mission based off the Somali coast, the Navy said. The ROKS Wang Geon destroyer …

Source: The Morung Express - Neutral
Published on May 15, 2026

Japanese Prime Minister to Visit South Korea for High-Level Talks

Email:online@newsofbahrain.com Seoul: The Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled to conduct a two-day official visit to South Korea next week following an invitation from the South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. This diplomatic mission is …

Source: The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain - Pro-Government

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 13:34 GMT

Vice-Prime Minister highlights the role of the media in democracy and in promoting peace

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 15:10 GMT

Defeating the swarm: Project Flytrap accelerates NATO’s counter-drone lethality

PABRADĖ, Lithuania — Above the pine forest of the Pabradė Training Area, roughly 30 kilometers from the Belarusian border, a small quadcopter rises into a sky shared with dozens of other drones. Friendly and adversary, sensor and strike, American and …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 21:37 GMT

Devon Julian Celebrates Following SBA Honors, White House Visit, and Recognition from Santee City Council

Devon Julian celebrates recognition by small business administration, San Diego SBDC, and City of Santee SANTEE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Entrepreneur and business executive Devon Julian is reflecting on a milestone …

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 13:34 GMT

The government submits a proposed amended budget to the National Parliament

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Published on May 16, 2026 - 11:41 GMT

Senate Republicans Highlight Property Tax Relief Package to Address Illinois’ Crippling Tax Burden

Assistant Senate Republican Leader Sally Turner (R-Beason), and Senators Chris Balkema (R-Channahon) and Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) today highlighted a package of legislation aimed at providing property tax relief, improving transparency, modernizing …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 21:30 GMT

TuxCare’s Senior Developer Advocate To Speak at Cyber Security & Cloud Congress North America 2026

PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TuxCare, a global innovator in securing open source, today announced that Chris DeMars, Senior Developer Advocate, is slated to speak at Cyber Security and Cloud Congress North …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 16:38 GMT

Country music artist Gary TY England enters the U.S. Senate race with a blunt promise of never becoming a politician.

Country artist Gary Ty England enters US Senate race as anti-politician. Jobs, election integrity, fiscal responsibility. OK First! garytyenglandforsenate.com OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 16:32 GMT

Dr. Nizam Razack, Neurosurgeon, Attorney, and Business Leader, Launches Republican Campaign for Congress, FL District 11

Bringing Real-World Discipline, Accountability, and Common Sense to Washington ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Nizam Razack, a nationally respected board-certified neurosurgeon, attorney, educator, and business leader …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 20:42 GMT

California Arts Council Presents First Sector-Specific Creative Economy Strategic Plan to Joint Committee on the Arts

State leaders, creative economy experts, artists, and advocates advance vision for inclusive and resilient creative economy to Joint Committee on the Arts. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The California Arts …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 19:19 GMT

Community Associations Institute Files Amicus Brief with U.S. Supreme Court Challenging Corporate Transparency Act

CAI argues the CTA improperly targets nonprofit community associations and volunteer homeowner leaders. FALLS CHURCH, VA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Community Associations Institute, the leading international authority on …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 17:09 GMT

Garth Coates Solicitors Advises International Student Families to Check UK Dependant Visa Rules

The London immigration law firm says many international students can no longer bring partners or children to the UK unless they fall within narrow exceptions. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Garth Coates Solicitors has …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 16:32 GMT

Dr. Nizam Razack, Neurosurgeon, Attorney, and Business Leader, Launches Republican Campaign for Congress, FL District 11

Bringing Real-World Discipline, Accountability, and Common Sense to Washington ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Nizam Razack, a nationally respected board-certified neurosurgeon, attorney, educator, and business leader …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 15:22 GMT

Global Inflation Pushes Millions of Vulnerable Families Deeper into Hunger and Economic Crisis

Life for Relief and Development calls for increased global support as rising living costs and food insecurity intensify humanitarian needs worldwide SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the costs of food, fuel, …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 13:46 GMT

Phillip Patrick of Birch Gold Group Discusses Gold, Debt, and De-Dollarization on IncomeInsider TV

IncomeInsider TV’s latest episode explores why retirement savers are paying closer attention to gold, purchasing power, central bank buying, and the U.S dollar. MIDLAND, TX, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IncomeInsider TV has …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

ATS Bookkeeping & Advisory Services Now Accepting New Clients for Bookkeeping, Payroll, and Tax Services in Fairfax, VA

Fairfax-based firm offers monthly bookkeeping, payroll processing, tax preparation, and fractional CFO services to small and mid-sized businesses in the DMV. FAIRFAX, VA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATS Bookkeeping & …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 12:43 GMT

MyCommunityToday Launches AI-Powered Local Coupons & Deals with Deal Chief for Smarter Community Savings

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MyCommunityToday announced the launch of its Local Coupons & Deals feature, a location-based savings solution designed to help users discover relevant offers, discounts, and promotions …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 12:28 GMT

Latest UAE mediation efforts succeed in exchange of 410 captives between Russia, Ukraine

UAE Mediates Russia–Ukraine Captive Swap, 410 Freed, Total Reaches 7,101 ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Latest UAE mediation efforts succeed in exchange of 410 captives between Russia, Ukraine ABU DHABI, …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 11:07 GMT

Celebrate International Boys' Day - Saturday 16 May 2026

Help Give Our Boys the Best Start in Life UNANDERRA, NSW, AUSTRALIA, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A growing movement is calling on the global village to recognise the unique challenges facing boys and young men as International Boys’ Day …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 09:49 GMT

Alona Lebedieva: Uzbekistan Is Shaping an Important Platform for Discussing Human Capital and Development

KYIV, UKRAINE, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The holding of the 2nd Asian Women’s Forum in Bukhara shows that the issue of women’s leadership in Central Asia is increasingly being viewed not only in a social context, but also through an …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 07:30 GMT

Von Deutschland in die Türkei: Patientensicherheit bei ästhetischer Chirurgie rückt in den Fokus

Patientensicherheit, Beratung und Nachsorge gewinnen bei ästhetischen Eingriffen im Ausland an Bedeutung. GERMANY, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ästhetische Chirurgie bleibt in Deutschland ein relevantes Gesundheitsthema. Gleichzeitig …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 05:02 GMT

SAF Files Lawsuit Challenging Newly Passed Assault Weapons Ban in Virginia

Second Amendment Foundation and its partners have filed a lawsuit challenging Virginia's new bans on “assault firearms” and large-capacity magazines. BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following closely on the …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 04:32 GMT

Burn Pits 360 Co-Founders to Speak at American Thoracic Society's 2026 Conference; Jon Stewart to Join via Livestream

Le Roy and Rosie Torres to address pulmonologists and researchers at Sunday’s Terrorism and Inhalation Disasters Section Annual Meeting in Orlando ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Burn Pits 360, the Veteran-led …

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Published on May 15, 2026 - 04:29 GMT

Last Prisoner Project Applauds Governor Spanberger For Signing Marijuana Resentencing Bill Into Law

Legislation allows automatic court hearings for eligible marijuana convictions, gives Virginia courts the power to reduce or modify outdated cannabis sentences RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, May 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Last Prisoner Project …

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Published on May 14, 2026 - 23:31 GMT

CITY OF CARSON WINS NAGC BLUE PENCIL & GOLD SCREEN AWARD FOR FIRST TIME IN CITY HISTORY

CARSON, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of Carson’s Public Information Office won a prestigious Blue Pencil and Gold Screen Award during a ceremony held May 12, 2026, at the Omni Rancho Las Palmas in Greater Palm …

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Published on May 14, 2026 - 22:54 GMT

Saving Pennies, Losing Pavement: Transportation Leaders Warn Gas Tax Suspension Threatens Kentucky Roads

The headline seems harmless—if not promising—on the surface: A tax reduction for some Kentuckians. Here's the truth. FRANKFORT, KY, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The headline seems harmless—if not promising—on the surface: A tax …

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Published on May 14, 2026 - 21:20 GMT

Denken Solutions: Driving Strategic Growth Through Acquisitions and Centralized California Operations

Denken Solutions Continues Strategic Growth Through Acquisitions Across Healthcare, Technology, and Industrial Staffing IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Denken Solutions, a leading US-based staffing and workforce …

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Published on May 14, 2026 - 20:37 GMT

BCI applauds proposal to update Section 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Credits to include critical minerals

Battery Council International supports Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) in efforts to update credits to include lead and other USGS-designated critical minerals ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Battery Council …

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Published on May 14, 2026 - 19:22 GMT

Kansas Enacts Law Clarifying Childhood Independence Is Not Neglect

Kansas becomes the 13th state to protect parents who let kids play, walk, and gain independence without fear of neglect claims. NEW YORK, UT, UNITED STATES, May 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kansas recently became the nation's 13th state to …

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