North Korea calls for execution of ex-South Korea leader over 'assassination' plot
North Korea said on Wednesday it has issued a standing order for the execution of former South Korean President Park Geun-hye and her spy chief.
Wed Jun 28 2017
South Korea's Park apologises, promises cooperation in graft probe
Ousted South Korean President Park Geun-hye apologised to the country on Tuesday as she arrived at prosecutors' offices for questioning.
Tue Mar 21 2017
South Korea - Cheers and tears as President Park ousted
A supporter of South Korean President Park Geun-hye cries during a rally opposing her impeachment near the Constitutional Court in Seoul.
Mon Mar 13 2017
Samsung chief Lee arrested in corruption investigation
Samsung Group chief Jay Y. Lee was arrested early on Friday over his alleged role in a corruption scandal that led parliament to impeach South Korean President Park Geun-hye.
Fri Feb 17 2017
'Million'-strong protest tells South Korea president to quit
Hundreds of thousands of men, women and children joined one of the largest anti-government protests ever seen in Seoul on Saturday, demanding South Korean President Park Geun-Hye's resignation.
Sat Nov 12 2016
South Korean scandal widens as aide held, minister warns Park risks probe
Justice Minister Kim Hyun-Woong today warns that South Korean President Park Geun-Hye could face a probe.
Thu Nov 03 2016
South Korea's President accepts resignations of top aides amid crisis
South Korean President Park Geun-hye has accepted the resignations of her top presidential aides, including the chief of staff.
Sun Oct 30 2016
North Korea could be readying another nuclear test, South Korea's president warns
North Korea appears to be preparing to conduct another nuclear test, South Korean President Park Geun-hye said.
Tue Apr 19 2016
South Korean president Park Geun-Hye vows 'stern' response to any North Korea provocation
South Korean President Park Geun-Hye on Friday promised a harsh response to any military provocation by North Korea.
Fri Mar 04 2016
S. Korea's Park says North must 'pay price' for nuclear test
North Korea must pay the price for its latest nuclear test and rocket launch, South Korean President Park Geun-Hye said Tuesday.
Tue Mar 01 2016
As North, South Korea hold marathon crisis talks, Seoul talks tough
South Korean President Park Geun-hye demands that North Korea apologise over a recent landmine incident, even as the bitter rivals held marathon negotiations in a bid to defuse tensions.
Mon Aug 24 2015
South Korea's Park postpones US trip as MERS death toll hits nine
South Korean President Park Geun-Hye has postponed a planned trip to the US amid growing public alarm over the MERS outbreak which has now claimed nine lives.
Wed Jun 10 2015
South Korean president says yet to see 'The Interview'
South Korean President Park Geun-Hye says she has yet to see the Hollywood comedy about a CIA plot to assassinate North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un.
Mon Jan 12 2015
S.Korea president revamps cabinet after ferry targedy
South Korean President Park Geun-Hye revamped her cabinet, replacing seven ministers in response to intense criticism over ferry disaster.
Fri Jun 13 2014
S. Korea president takes responsibility for ferry disaster
South Korean President Park Geun-Hye announced that the widely criticised national coastguard would be dismantled.
Mon May 19 2014
After Sinwar's death, Israel aims to lock in strategic gains before US election
Israeli leaders are seeking to reshape regional landscape in Israel's favour and shield its borders from any future attacks, sources said.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Netanyahu told Trump Israel will make decisions based on its interests, PM's office says
Israel is pondering its military reaction to recent Iranian missile strikes.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Ringgit extends positive momentum to open higher against US dollar
The ringgit traded higher against the US Dollar in today's early session, driven by continued buying interest towards the local currency.
Mon Oct 21 2024
BHP faces $47 billion UK lawsuit over Brazilian dam collapse
More than 600,000 Brazilians, 46 local governments, and around 2,000 businesses are suing BHP over the collapse of the dam.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Trump hands out french fries in Pennsylvania, Harris visits Georgia churches
Both candidates were scrambling for votes in the most competitive states.
Mon Oct 21 2024
Brazil's Lula cancels BRICS trip after minor brain hemorrhage from fall
Lula "was advised to avoid long-distance air travel but is otherwise able to carry out his regular duties."
Mon Oct 21 2024
Lebanese flee as blasts hit Beirut, Israel warns of strikes on Hezbollah finance arm
On Sunday Israel said it hit Hezbollah's intelligence headquarters and an underground weapons workshop in Beirut.
Sun Oct 20 2024
87 people killed or missing in northern Gaza's Beit Lahiya, health ministry says
A total of 87 people were killed or missing under the rubble after an Israeli attack on Saturday on northern Gaza's town of Beit Lahiya.
Sun Oct 20 2024
Hundreds of colonists storm Al-Aqsa Mosque under heavy Israeli protection
Hundreds of Israeli colonists stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Sunday morning during the fourth day of the Jewish Sukkot festival.
Sun Oct 20 2024
ANALYSIS - What could happen if Trump rejects the US election results
If Trump seems to be losing, the delay could let him claim fraud and undermine confidence in election officials.
Sun Oct 20 2024