News - Korea Beats

Sign in Subscribe

News

A comprehensive collection of up-to-the-minute reports from across Korea. From politics and economics to culture and social trends, this section provides an in-depth look at the most current and significant happenings shaping the country. Stay informed and engaged with our thorough coverage under 'News'.

"South Korea Conducts Major Air Defense Drill Amid Rising Tensions, But Public Response Muted"

"South Korea Conducts Major Air Defense Drill Amid Rising Tensions, But Public Response Muted"

South Korea rang with the echoing sounds of sirens on a warm, rain-drenched afternoon as the nation executed its foremost air defense rehearsal in over half a decade, prompted by escalating concerns over North Korea's bolstered nuclear and missile capabilities. Interestingly, the resounding alarms seemed to fall on

Typhoon Khanun Disrupts South Korea, Daegu Hardest Hit

Typhoon Khanun Disrupts South Korea, Daegu Hardest Hit

A tragic day unfolded in Daegu on Thursday as Typhoon Khanun, after making landfall near Geoje in the morning, unleashed its fury. One life was lost to the raging waters and another individual, in a wheelchair, remains missing after being swept away by a flooded stream. Authorities have managed to

Impending Typhoon Khanun Threatens South Korea's Southeast Coast

Impending Typhoon Khanun Threatens South Korea's Southeast Coast

South Korea braces for Typhoon Khanun, anticipated to hit its southeastern coast later this week with winds reaching speeds of up to 44 meters per second, the national weather agency reported on Monday. Having swept past an area 330 kilometers east-northeast of Japan's Okinawa earlier today, Khanun is

World Scout Jamboree Presses Forward Amid Challenges: Heat, Departing Scouts and COVID-19 Cases Mark Event

World Scout Jamboree Presses Forward Amid Challenges: Heat, Departing Scouts and COVID-19 Cases Mark Event

On Saturday, the international delegation decided to proceed with the World Scout Jamboree, in spite of the searing heat and other difficulties that led Scouts from the United States, United Kingdom and other nations to depart the camping grounds on the country's southwest shoreline. South Korea's

Tragic Stabbing Rampage in Seongnam

Tragic Stabbing Rampage in Seongnam

Under the usually tranquil afternoon sky, an eerie calm hung over Seohyeon Station in Gyeonggi Province yesterday. Police officials could be seen marshaling the scene after a horrific stabbing spree unfolded in the heart of Seongnam, a bustling city situated just on the outskirts of Seoul. A sudden wave of

Possible Chemical Terrorist Acts Unleash Fear as Suspicious International Parcels received in Korea

Possible Chemical Terrorist Acts Unleash Fear as Suspicious International Parcels received in Korea

Last Thursday, a concerning news report surfaced regarding a series of potential terrorist acts involving toxic chemicals that continued to unfold over the weekend. An intense investigation was initiated after hundreds of unrelated addresses in Korea received suspicious international packages, raising nationwide alarm. In response to the escalating situation, the

Torrential Rains damage

Torrential Rains damage

Every year the heavy rains bring damage and casualities. This year a very sad accident in the city of Osong, North Chugcheong where a flooded tunnel trapped many cars and buses inside leaving more than 35 people dead. The heavy downpours inflicted damage on 215 public structures, 68 of which