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South Korea Names First Dinosaur in 15 Years After Cartoon
InnovationMar 21

South Korea Names First Dinosaur in 15 Years After Cartoon

Scientists discovered a rare baby dinosaur fossil in South Korea and named it Doolysaurus huhmin after a beloved children's cartoon character. It's the country's first new dinosaur species identified in over a decade.

Google: fossil discovery2 min read
South Korea to Triple Renewable Energy by 2030
Planet WinsJun 7

South Korea to Triple Renewable Energy by 2030

Facing skyrocketing fossil fuel costs from the Iran crisis, South Korea just announced plans to triple its renewable energy to nearly 100 gigawatts in four years. The move could slash the country's $25 billion annual fossil fuel import bill in half.

Google News - Wind Energy3 min read
South Korea Triples Green Energy to Save $12B Annually
Planet WinsJun 4

South Korea Triples Green Energy to Save $12B Annually

South Korea is nearly tripling its renewable energy capacity by 2030, slashing its fossil fuel import costs by $12 billion per year while building a cleaner, more secure energy future. The shift protects the nation from volatile global energy markets while creating thousands of new jobs.

Google News - Emissions Reduction2 min read
North Korean Women's Team Wins Historic Match in South Korea
Global NewsMay 20

North Korean Women's Team Wins Historic Match in South Korea

Despite years of political tension, hundreds of South Koreans cheered through pouring rain as a North Korean women's football team defeated a local squad 2-1 on Wednesday. The match marks the first time North Korean athletes have competed in South Korea since 2018.

Google News - Historic Victory2 min read
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InnovationMay 3

South Korea Launches Satellite to Aid Disaster Response

South Korea successfully launched its next-generation Earth observation satellite aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, advancing the nation's ability to manage disasters and protect its citizens. The achievement marks a major step forward in South Korea's growing space technology sector.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)2 min read
South Korea and Indonesia Seal Historic Fighter Jet Deal
InnovationApr 7

South Korea and Indonesia Seal Historic Fighter Jet Deal

South Korea is transferring its advanced KF-21 fighter jet prototype to Indonesia, turning a decade-long partnership dispute into a $1.5 billion breakthrough. This marks South Korea's first major combat aircraft export and reshapes defense cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.

Google News - South Korea Breakthrough3 min read
South Korea Greenlights Underground Hydrogen Storage Sites
InnovationMay 26

South Korea Greenlights Underground Hydrogen Storage Sites

South Korea just approved game-changing hydrogen projects that solve two of clean energy's biggest headaches: making it cheaper and storing it where people actually live. The breakthrough could speed up the country's shift away from fossil fuels in heavy industry.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)3 min read
North Korean Athletes Visit South Korea After 8 Years
Global NewsMay 17

North Korean Athletes Visit South Korea After 8 Years

A North Korean women's soccer team arrived in South Korea for the first time in eight years, and fans snapped up all 7,000 tickets in just one day. The historic visit offers a rare moment of connection between nations that have called each other enemies.

South China Morning Post2 min read
Turkey-Sized Baby Dinosaur Found in South Korea After 15 Years
Planet WinsMay 6

Turkey-Sized Baby Dinosaur Found in South Korea After 15 Years

South Korean researchers discovered the first new dinosaur species in the country in 15 years, complete with rare skull fossils hidden inside rock. The tiny creature, named Dooly after a beloved cartoon character, is revealing secrets about ancient life through cutting-edge scanning technology.

Google: fossil discovery3 min read
North Korean Women's Team Wins Asian Title in South Korea
SportsMay 23

North Korean Women's Team Wins Asian Title in South Korea

In a historic first, a North Korean women's soccer team visited South Korea after eight years and won the Asian Champions League final. The emotional victory brought together divided neighbors through the power of sports.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
South Korea Hosts North Korean Soccer Team for Historic Match
SportsMay 19

South Korea Hosts North Korean Soccer Team for Historic Match

For the first time in six years, a North Korean sports team has traveled to South Korea, bringing together rival nations for a women's soccer championship. Captain Ji So-yun promises her hometown crowd a victory they'll never forget.

Google News - Historic Victory3 min read
North Korean Women's Soccer Team Visits South Korea
Global NewsMay 4

North Korean Women's Soccer Team Visits South Korea

For the first time since 2018, a North Korean sports team will compete in South Korea as women's soccer players cross the border for a championship match. The rare visit signals a warming moment between two nations technically still at war.

DW News2 min read
South Korea Partners With Nobel Winner on AI Innovation
InnovationApr 28

South Korea Partners With Nobel Winner on AI Innovation

South Korea just teamed up with Google DeepMind to supercharge its national AI research program. The partnership brings Nobel Prize-winning AI expertise to Korea's science future.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)2 min read
South Korea Invests $37M in Mass-Producible AI Humanoids
InnovationMay 18

South Korea Invests $37M in Mass-Producible AI Humanoids

South Korea is launching a massive collaboration between tech giants, universities, and hospitals to build AI-powered humanoid robots that can work in factories, hospitals, and care facilities. With $37 million in funding through 2030, the project aims to make Korea a global leader in the next-generation robot market.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)3 min read
South Korea Rallies Past Czech Republic in World Cup Opener
SportsJun 12

South Korea Rallies Past Czech Republic in World Cup Opener

South Korea came from behind to defeat the Czech Republic 2-1 in their World Cup Group A opener, thrilling fans who still remember the favor Korea did for Mexico in 2018. The comeback victory puts them atop the standings alongside tournament co-host Mexico.

Japan Times2 min read
South Korea's KF-21 Fighter Jet Wins First Export Orders
InnovationMar 24

South Korea's KF-21 Fighter Jet Wins First Export Orders

South Korea just scored a major win in the global defense market, landing multi-billion dollar orders for its homegrown KF-21 fighter jet from Southeast Asian nations. The breakthrough marks a David-versus-Goliath moment as Korea Aerospace Industries challenges US and European defense giants.

Google News - South Korea Breakthrough2 min read
South Korea Turns One Smart Factory Into 500 by 2030
InnovationMay 30

South Korea Turns One Smart Factory Into 500 by 2030

A single battery factory in South Korea just cut production time in half using digital technology, and now the government wants to copy that success across 500 factories nationwide. The move could protect thousands of manufacturing jobs while keeping Korea ahead in the global battery race.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)3 min read
France and South Korea Partner on Clean Energy Future
SolutionsApr 3

France and South Korea Partner on Clean Energy Future

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.

Google: cooperation international2 min read
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Planet WinsMay 5

South Korea Invests $72M to Help Green Steel and Aluminum

South Korea is backing small manufacturers with $72 million in funding to meet new global climate standards while staying competitive. The program runs through 2030 and helps steel and aluminum companies cut emissions without losing market access.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)2 min read
South Korea and Indonesia Partner on Clean Energy Future
Planet WinsApr 1

South Korea and Indonesia Partner on Clean Energy Future

South Korea and Indonesia just elevated their relationship to a strategic partnership, signing agreements to collaborate on renewable energy, critical minerals, and cutting-edge technology. The move signals a major step forward for clean energy development in Southeast Asia.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)2 min read

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