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South Korea marks anniversary of Sewol ferry disaster with mix of grief and anger
South Korean PM Lee Wan Koo and President Park Geun-hye face wrath of protesters.
North Korea fires four short-range missiles into West Sea over US-South Korea drill
Seoul says Pyongyang's missiles are 'provocative show of force' against ongoing military drills.
North Korea threatens to blow up balloons carrying Kim Jong-un film 'The Interview'
Pyongyang warns Korean People's Army will blow up propaganda balloons.
Seoul blames North Korean hackers for December cyberattack on nuclear facility
South Korea says Pyongyang hackers staged a cyberattack to stir up 'social unrest and agitation'.
North Korea fires seven missiles as South Korea and US wrap up military exercise
Seoul and Washington conclude computer-simulated Key Resolve joint military exercise.
North Korea: Kim Jong-un marks International Women's Day by gifting cosmetics to pilots' wives
In a surprise gesture in support of International Women's Day, North Korea's Kim Jong-un gifts women cosmetics.
US ambassador to South Korea Mark Lippert attacked
Lippert was reportedly giving a lecture when he was attacked by a man.
Kim Jong-un urges full combat readiness as South Korea and US embark on annual military drill
Thousands of soldiers will participate in the annual war games in the Korean peninsula, which will begin early next month.
Samsung to use $56bn cash pile to fund growth, including M&As
Shares in Samsung have gained some 3.7% so far this year in Seoul trade.
Eurogroup's Dijsselbloem: Low inflation can be sign of positive development
In his address to the World Trade Forum in Seoul, he emphasised the region's need for stronger and coherent policies.
North Korea will resume talks with South 'if sanctions lifted'
South Korea suspended most commercial and political ties in 2010 over deadly attack on navy ship.
Hyundai Motor shares drop as fourth quarter profit tanks 19%
Hyundai profits hit by fall in rouble and customer incentives in US to beat competition.
Samsung Electronics mulls stock split to pacify investors
South Korea's Samsung Electronics announced a $2bn share buyback plan in November 2014.
Hyundai Motor Group plans to invest $73bn by 2018
Shares in Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors end 2.08% and1.54% lower respectively
South Korea steps up security over ongoing cyber attacks
President Park Geun-hye orders increased security after minor attacks on Gori and Wolsong nuclear reactors.
South Korea to Raise $500bn in Preparation of Future Reunification with North Korea
South to raise money from public sector, according to top financial regulator.
North Korea Ramps Up Anti-Ebola Measures
Those staying in country for over 21 days screened for virus and kept away from public contact.
UN Chief Rejects Reports Suggesting His Interest in South Korean Presidency
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon's name stirs up South Korea's domestic politics.
North Korea Develops Submarine Capable of Firing Ballistic Missiles
North Korea said to have modified Soviet-era Golf-class diesel submarine.
North Korea Tried to Hack Smartphones in South Korea With Malware-Infested Games
North Korea hackers posted malicious smartphone games on South Korean websites infecting 20,000 devices
North Korea's Kim Jong-un makes Another Appearance with Walking Stick
North Korean leader pays 'field visit' to residential complex during his second appearance after long absence.
Rival Koreas Hold High Level Military Talks in Truce Village of Panmunjom
Talks between high-ranking military officials from two Koreas reportedly underway to ease tensions.
Ebola: South Korea on Alert Ahead of Conferences with West African Participants
Extra vigil as participants from Ebola-hit Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia will be attending conferences.
North Korea Moves Remains of US Soldiers Killed in Korean War
Pyongyang says remains being shifted due to construction projects and floods.
Chinese Fishing Boat Captain Killed in Confrontation with South Korean Coast Guard
Deadly Yellow Sea confrontation over illegal fishing angers Beijing
North Korea Planning War Against South to Unify Two Koreas, Says Seoul
South Korean defence ministry's threat perception comes amid exchange of warning shots on disputed maritime border.
North Korean Delegation in South Korea for Asian Games Closing Ceremony Amid Coup Speculation
Pyongyang sends delegation led by second-most powerful person to Incheon.
North Korea's Kim Jong-un 'Undergoes Ankle Surgery'
North Korean leader reportedly undergoes surgery for fractured ankles.
American Detained for Attempting to Swim to North Korea to Meet Kim Jong-un
South Korean marines arrest US national of suspected Arab descent as he tries to swim across Han River.
North Korean Leader Kim Jong-un 'To Visit China in Near Future'
China's envoy to South Korea says North Korean leader may visit Beijing to maintain bilateral relations.