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You’ll cheer at this must-do event (and have no idea why)
The least interesting thing about this sporting event is what happens on the field.
- Paul Marshall
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Move over, Japan: The other Asian country Australians are flocking to
As Japan grapples with overtourism, its close neighbour is only just beginning to enjoy a boom in visitors thanks to its food and pop culture exports.
- Craig Platt
We found the hidden must-eat hotspots of this Asian megacity
Go where few tourists dare on this tour of Seoul’s backstreet gourmet gems.
- Rob McFarland
The South Korean market where you can still buy dog meat, but not for long
South Korea’s dwindling dog meat trade will officially be banned in 2027 in a triumph for animal rights groups. But for those whose livelihoods depended on it, it has been a bitter pill to swallow.
- Lisa Visentin and Sean Na
In Korea, drinking is a national sport – with strict rules
If you want to have a few drinks in Korea, there are fouls, faux pas, and formalities that must be followed lest you inadvertently cause offence.
- Paul Marshall
Seoul is a city perpetually in motion and this is why it’s well worth visiting
Old meets new in the South Korean capital where history, food and singing off-key collide in an invigorating mix.
- Paul Ewart
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‘Business class’ for half the price of others, but no lie-flat seat
It may not let you lie down, but it’s as good – if not better – than other airlines’ premium economy offerings.
- Craig Platt
South Korean prosecutors indict president on martial law charges
Impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol will face trial on insurrection charges relating to his short-lived insurrection attempt.
- Lisa Visentin
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- World politics
South Korean authorities arrest impeached president
President Yoon Suk Yeol was arrested at his home over insurrection accusations related to his martial law declaration, investigators said.
- Lisa Visentin
The next Japan: The hot new destination Aussies are flocking to
The number of Australians flocking to this exciting Asian country has surged 35 per cent compared to before the pandemic.
- Chris Tharp