Turning Japan into a military power could secure Shinzo Abe's legacy
Shinzo Abe desperately wanted to end Japan's constitutional commitment to pacifism.
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The former Japanese PM angered Chinese nationalists during his time in office.
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Six in 10 New Zealanders regarded China as a threat, with 13 per cent saw it as a friend.
Seoul says North Korea fired 2 ballistic missiles towards the sea
North Korea launched its 17th round of missile firings this year.
Joe Biden's security agents brawl with South Korean taxi driver
Officials launch investigation after US security involved in alcohol-fuelled argy-bargy.
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People with mild Covid symptoms urged to take willow leaf or honeysuckle tea.
Korea's forbidden presidential palace opens after decades
For many South Koreans, the former presidential house was a forbidden palace.
South Korea turns to surveillance as 'ghost surgeries' shake faith in hospitals
New York Times: Doctors let unsupervised assistants operate on patients.
'Fall from grace': 'Storeman' of large drug syndicate jailed
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Kim warns N Korea would 'preemptively' use nuclear weapons
The warning comes as Kim praised military officials over a massive military parade.
North and South Korean leaders exchange letters of hope amid tensions
Korean leaders exchange letters expressing hope for improved bilateral relations.
Korean doctor, lawyer fined $130,000 over Helensville property deal
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Pyeongchang still awaits its Olympic payoff
New York Times: The region hoped the Games would bring prosperity. That hasn't happened.
Torture, tumors and unfair trials: An alleged murderer's plea against extradition
Lawyers say Kyung Yup Kim is suicidal, has a brain tumour and extending case is inhumane.
'Squid Game' renewed for a second season
The South Korean dystopian drama Netflix hit is coming back for a second season.
In South Korea, hair loss emerges as new election issue
Presidential candidate Lee Jae-myung has proposed national insurance for hair loss.
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Virginia Roberts Guiffre is expected to talk, says lawyer.
'Surge may be inevitable': Asia keeps Omicron managed as cases explode
Much of Asia has largely managed to keep Omicron at bay even as the variant rages.
Infamous K-pop sensation BTS infected with Covid-19
Three members of the K-pop superstar group BTS have been infected.
South Korea's deadliest day: 94 die, 906 in serious condition with Covid
Health experts warn that the country's medical system is quickly approaching its limits.
Omicron keeps world on edge as variant reaches US
European Union chief says waiting for advice on the new variant feels like 'an eternity'.
Widow of South Korean dictator issues apology over brutal rule
Widow of military dictator issued a brief apology over her husband's brutal rule.
Youtuber recreates Squid Game in viral video contest
A YouTube video has recreated Squid Game and the winner takes away a stack of cash.
South Korea moves to ban eating dog meat
Traditionalists insist the meat increases stamina and male virility
Welcome to Comfort Town, a real-life LEGO city
This whimsical town has caught the attention of lego-lovers around the world.
From BTS to Squid Game: How South Korea became a cultural juggernaut
New York Times: Creators say South Korea's success didn't just happen overnight.
K-pop, Parasite and Squid Game: South Korea plans its next entertainment blockbuster
Financial Times: South Korea wants to create global platforms to distribute its content.
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The disturbing truth behind Squid Game
The brutal Netflix series is hitting a little too close to home for some.
Behind the global appeal of Squid Game, a country's economic unease
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Why no one wanted to make Squid Game for a decade
It may be enormously popular now but for 10 years, no one wanted to make the Squid Game.
Surprise Netflix hit everyone's talking about
A South Korean series is suddenly on track to become Netflix's most popular series ever.
North Korea leader's sister proposes talks if South Korea lifts 'hostility'
Kim Yo Jong's statement came days after North Korea performed its first missile tests.