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Trump Letters Spark Trade Shakeup

President Donald Trump issued letters to Japanese and South Korean leaders, announcing that the countries will receive 25% tariffs.

Jae-myung North Korea Shift Alarms U.S. Allies

South Korea’s newly inaugurated leftist president, Lee Jae-myung, announced his intent Thursday to prioritize closer ties with North Korea, China, and Russia, signaling a sharp departure from the staunch U.S. alliance under his impeached conservative predecessor. Lee’s comments came during a press conference marking his first month in office.

Highest IQ Record Holder Affirms Christianity

A South Korean scholar with the world's highest IQ has affirmed Christianity.

G7 Spotlight, South Korea’s Bold Power Play

Newly elected South Korean President Lee Jae-myung made his first international appearance this week at the G7 summit in Alberta, Canada, aiming to assert South Korea’s democratic recovery and economic ambitions. Though not a G7 member, Lee was invited by host Prime Minister Mark Carney and used the platform to pitch South Korea as a future “G7 Plus” member.

South Korea Presidential Election, A Nation at a Crossroads

South Korea’s political crisis deepened as more than 15 million citizens cast early ballots in the high-stakes June 3 presidential election to replace former President Yoon Suk-yeol. Early voting concluded Friday, with nearly 35 percent of the electorate participating. The massive turnout reflects widespread anxiety over the nation’s future after months of political turmoil, martial law threats, and legal chaos.

Leeteuk Trump Shout Out Shocks Fans at LA Concert

Super Junior’s lead singer Leeteuk has come under fire after shouting “I love Trump!” during a concert in Los Angeles. The unexpected declaration, part of a string of pro-American remarks, ignited a wave of backlash from K-pop fans across the globe.

Kim Launches Missiles—World on Edge

On May 8, 2025, North Korea launched multiple short-range ballistic missiles from its eastern port city of Wonsan, with the farthest traveling approximately 800 kilometers (497 miles) before landing in the sea.

South Korea Canada Defense Deal Shocks U.S. Allies

Three South Korean defense companies, supported by their government, have presented Canada with an unsolicited military upgrade proposal worth up to $25 billion. The package includes advanced submarines, artillery systems, and armored vehicles, aiming to modernize Canada’s aging defense infrastructure. The move comes amid tensions between Canada and the United States, prompting Canadian leaders to consider alternative military partnerships.

Spy Games? Chinese Nationals Caught at U.S. Base Again

Two Chinese nationals were detained twice within the same week for photographing U.S. fighter jets near Osan Air Base in Pyeongtaek, South Korea.

South Korean President Officially Removed from Office

South Korea's Constitutional Court upheld the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, removing him from office.

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