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Google and South Korea are partnering to create the world's first AI campus in Seoul, opening doors for startups and researchers to learn from tech giant's experts. The groundbreaking facility will help train the next generation of AI innovators while strengthening Korea's ambitious national science goals.
Google is launching its first global AI campus in Seoul, creating a major hub where engineers, researchers, and Korean tech giants will collaborate on cutting-edge artificial intelligence projects. The partnership marks a significant expansion of Google's international footprint in one of Asia's most advanced technology economies.
Google is building its first-ever global AI campus in Seoul, creating a new hub for research, training, and partnerships with South Korea's tech industry. The initiative marks a major vote of confidence in the country's AI ecosystem and could shape the future of artificial intelligence development worldwide.
The team behind Nobel Prize-winning AI is establishing a new research hub in South Korea to accelerate scientific breakthroughs in medicine and climate. Eight years after AlphaGo made history in Seoul, DeepMind returns to transform how scientists discover solutions to humanity's biggest challenges.
Italian astronaut Col. Walter Villadei told Seoul's Italian Space Day that outer space brings countries together rather than pulling them apart. Italy and Korea are deepening their partnership to explore the moon and beyond.
Two leading research institutions just launched a partnership to get climate funding directly into the hands of mayors and city leaders worldwide. With over 80% of people living in cities, this collaboration could unlock the resources local communities need to fight environmental challenges.
South Korea just opened its largest tech exhibition, showcasing artificial intelligence that moves from screens into the real world. The three-day event brings together 460 companies from 17 countries to demonstrate how AI is powering robots, automation, and tangible solutions.
A physics discovery made in a Seoul lab has been elevated to an international reference standard, marking a rare moment where Korean-pioneered research is shaping an entire scientific field. The breakthrough proved that magnetism can exist in materials just one atom thick.
In the heart of Seoul, robot fortune-tellers are bringing centuries-old shamanic traditions into the digital age. These AI-powered avatars perform spiritual readings that honor Korea's mystical past while embracing cutting-edge technology.
When an American teacher's subway pass malfunctioned in 1990s Seoul, a quiet act from a stranger transformed his panic into proof that humanity thrives in the busiest places. His story reminds us that kindness needs no translation.
When a drunk passenger verbally attacked an American teacher on a crowded Seoul subway in 1990, three college students stepped up to protect him. Their courage proved that kindness crosses all language barriers.
Ho Chi Minh City just recorded its strongest economic growth in 10 years, surging 8.27% in early 2026 while attracting nearly $9 billion in foreign investment. The momentum signals Vietnam's rise as a regional economic powerhouse with new partnerships spanning from London to Seoul.
K-pop supergroup BTS kicked off their first world tour in four years with a sold-out show near Seoul, launching what will become the biggest tour in K-pop history. The seven-member group reunited after completing military service, topping charts worldwide with their new album "Arirang."
South Korea's Medical Travel Korea Conference 2026 brought together over 300 healthcare leaders to unveil innovative strategies positioning Seoul as the world's top medical tourism destination. The country is combining cutting-edge technology, simplified payment systems, and startup innovation to attract international patients seeking world-class care.
France and South Korea are joining forces to advance nuclear energy and offshore wind power, marking a major step forward in clean energy cooperation. The partnership comes as President Macron makes his first visit to Seoul in 15 years during the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
K-pop supergroup BTS reunited in Seoul with a free concert after completing four years of mandatory military service, launching a global tour that starts with their biggest fans. Their new album "ARIRANG" sold nearly 4 million copies in one day.
After nearly four years completing mandatory military service, all seven members of global K-pop sensation BTS reunited on stage in Seoul for a free concert that drew 200,000 fans. The emotional comeback launched an 82-show world tour and coincided with their new album selling 4 million copies in 24 hours. #
K-pop supergroup BTS drew 260,000 fans to Seoul and millions more online for their first concert after four years. The comeback follows all seven members completing mandatory military service.
After nearly four years apart, BTS returned to the stage in a free concert that drew 260,000 fans to Seoul's historic Gwanghwamun Square. The performance marked the group's first reunion since completing mandatory military service and launched their biggest world tour yet.
After four years apart, K-pop supergroup BTS reunited in Seoul for their biggest free concert yet, selling nearly 4 million albums in a single day and drawing a quarter million fans to the streets. The comeback marks a historic moment for both the band and South Korea's approach to large-scale public celebrations.
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