South Korea Unveils $518bn Chip Investment for AI Growth
By Oluwakemi Kindness South Korea will invest 800 trillion won ($518 billion) in its semiconductor industry, marking the country’s largest-ever commitment to chip manufacturing as global demand for artificial intelligence technologies continues to surge. Industry Minister, Kim Jung-kwan announced the project on Monday, revealing plans to build four new semiconductor fabrication plants in the country’s […]
South Korea Jails Ex-Minister 25 Years Over Martial Law
By Oluwakemi Kindness A South Korean court has sentenced former Justice Minister, Park Sung-jae to 25 years in prison for his role in the 2024 martial law crisis linked to former President Yoon Suk Yeol. The Seoul Central District Court found Park guilty of insurrection, saying he played a key role in supporting the controversial […]
FIFAWC: Mexico Reach Last 32, Canada and Switzerland star
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Mexico became the first team to secure a place in the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after edging South Korea 1-0, while Canada and Switzerland recorded emphatic victories in an action-packed round of group-stage matches. Co-hosts Mexico booked their spot in the last 32 courtesy of a 50th-minute strike […]
South Korea Rally Past Czech Republic 2-1 in Opener
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso South Korea recovered from a second-half setback to secure a 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic in their opening Group A match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, delivering a strong statement of intent at the Estadio Guadalajara. The Koreans dominated large stretches of the contest but struggled to convert […]