N. Korea's longtime IOC member Chang Ung dies at 87 | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- Chang Ung, North Korea's long-serving member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has died, the committee said on its website Wednesday. Chang Ung, a North Korean International Olympic Committee (IOC) member, attends the 2018...
(2nd LD) Gov't to reopen all border walking trails for this year | Yonhap News Agency
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said in a joint press release with related government offices that the trails, collectively known as the DMZ Peace Trail, will be open from April 17 to Nov. 30. This image, provided by...
Lenders forced to further limit household loan growth, not to extend loans to owners of multiple homes | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- All local lenders in South Korea will be forced to further tighten their household lending this year and not extend loans to owners of multiple homes, the financial regulator said Wednesday, in a stepped-up...
(LEAD) Gov't to reopen all border walking trails for this year | Yonhap News Agency
OK (ATTN: RECASTS headline and lead to clarify the program's reopening for this year; REPLACES background info in paras 3, 5) SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- All 12 peace-themed walking routes near the Demilitarized Zone separating the two Koreas will...
(LEAD) S. Korea's monthly exports top US$80 bln mark for 1st time in March | Yonhap News Agency
OK (ATTN: UPDATES with more info throughout; ADDS byline) By Kim Na-young SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's monthly exports breached the US$80 billion mark for the first time ever in March, jumping nearly 50 percent from a year...
Seoul launches new consultation body of top finance officials for macroeconomic response | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- A new policy consultation council of the country's top finance officials kicked off Wednesday in a bid to bolster cooperation among economy-related authorities in devising macroeconomic policies amid heightening global uncertainties, government officials said....
Celltrion to cancel 1.72 tln won in treasury shares to boost shareholder value | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- Celltrion Inc., a major South Korean biopharmaceutical company, said Wednesday it will cancel 1.72 trillion won (US$1.14 billion) worth of treasury shares this month as part of efforts to enhance shareholder value. The planned...
S. Korean currency surges on Trump's signaling of end to Middle East war | Yonhap News Agency
As the conflict drags on, Trump said Tuesday (U.S. time) he expects U.S. forces to withdraw from Iran in "two or three weeks," adding, "All I have to do is leave Iran, and we'll be doing that very soon, and...
(2nd LD) Trump says U.S. might end war with Iran in '2 or 3 weeks' | Yonhap News Agency
President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the United States could end its military operation against Iran within "two or three weeks," as concerns mount over the Middle East war's impact on oil prices and inflation. Asked if Iran has to...
(LEAD) Trump calls on countries to 'go get your own oil' from Strait of Hormuz, or buy it from U.S. | Yonhap News Agency
President Donald Trump on Tuesday called on countries unable to import oil via the Strait of Hormuz to either buy oil from the United States or "go to the strait and just take it," as he voiced displeasure over their...
Trump tells allies to ‘go get your own oil’ amid Iranian attacks on Gulf | Euronews
By  Gavin Blackburn Published on 31/03/2026 - 14:27 GMT+2 Share Comments Share Facebook Twitter Flipboard Send Reddit Linkedin Messenger Telegram VK Bluesky Threads Whatsapp Trump's comments come on the same day that gas prices in the US jumped past an...
Trump calls on countries to 'go get your own oil' from Strait of Hormuz | Yonhap News Agency
President Donald Trump on Tuesday called on countries that cannot receive oil imports through the Strait of Hormuz, to either buy oil from the United States or "go to the strait and just take it," as he voiced displeasure over...
12 travel gadgets that can upgrade your spring break (and they're on sale)
Find Spring Sale deals The best travel gadgets to buy right now Smartish Crown Joule USB-C to USB-C + Lightning Cable for $16 (save $4) Kayla Solino/ZDNET Current price: $16 (20% off) Original price: $20 This is my favorite cable...
TikTok adds in-app Cameo integration for creators
Cameo requests are now part of TikTok's app. (TikTok) TikTok and Cameo are teaming up to make it easier for TikTok users to request personalized videos. The two companies announced a new integration that makes Cameo accessible directly from TikTok...
How North Korea is using Belarus to deepen ties with Russia
A rare visit to North Korea by Belarus' strongman leader Alexander Lukashenko is part of Kim's broader push to deepen its ties with Russia's sphere of influence. Kim expressed solidarity with the Belarusian leadership "for achieving the socio-political stability and...
Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen
REUTERS / REUTERS Toyota is teaming up with Daimler and Volvo to work on fuel cell technology. The Japanese company is signing on to the joint venture cellcentric that Volvo and Daimler launched back in 2020. Once it officially joins,...
UConn shocks Duke with last-second shot, advancing to men's Final Four
UConn shocks Duke with last-second shot, advancing to men's Final Four The Final Four is set in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament after a dramatic finish in Sunday night's matchup between UConn and Duke. Scott Dochterman, college sports reporter for...
(EDITORIAL from Korea Herald on April 1) | Yonhap News Agency
OK Barometer of fear Plastic garbage bag rush reflects Korea's exposure to war-driven energy shocks A run on garbage bags is an odd way to measure geopolitical risk. Further measures include a 25 trillion won ($16.3 billion) supplementary budget, tighter...
LISTEN LIVE: Supreme Court considers constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
But now people like her are in a legal fight over President Donald Trump's executive order that would deny U.S. citizenship to children born in the United States to people who are in the country illegally or temporarily. Constitution vs....
(2nd LD) Hegseth: Upcoming days in Iran war will be 'decisive,' U.S. keeps all options open | Yonhap News Agency
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said Tuesday that the upcoming days will be "decisive" in the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, noting that the United States is not ruling out any options amid speculation about potential "boots on the ground" in...
WATCH: NASA holds news conference on Artemis II launch as 2-day countdown begins
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA began the countdown Monday for humanity's first launch to the moon in 53 years. After a day in orbit around Earth, their Orion capsule will propel them to the moon and back. READ MORE:...
US wrong to negotiate, Iranian regime 'not trustworthy,' Iranian opposition leader says | Euronews
By  Maria Tadeo  &  Estelle Nilsson-Julien Published on 31/03/2026 - 20:42 GMT+2 • Updated 21:03 Share Comments Share Facebook Twitter Flipboard Send Reddit Linkedin Messenger Telegram VK Bluesky Threads Whatsapp Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Copied Speaking to...
The best way to protect your phone from a warrantless search in 2026
When we explored this question a year ago , legal experts agreed that our legal rights in this area were murky at best, and ZDNET's recommendation regarding device security leaned toward passcodes rather than biometrics. Also: 7 ways to lock...
S. Korea coach pleased with defensive effort in friendly loss to Austria | Yonhap News Agency
OK By Yoo Jee-ho SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- Even after his players suffered their second straight loss in a World Cup tuneup match, South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo noted the team's overall growth and stronger defensive effort in...
I bought my AirPods Pro 3 at full price. Don't be like me - get them for 20% off at Walmart
Don't be like me - get them for 20% off at Walmart The AirPods Pro 3 are the best earbuds for Apple users. PT Jada Jones/ZDNET AirPods Pro 3 for $199 (save $50) Best AirPods 4/5/5 Editor's deal rating View...
S. Korea's monthly exports top US$80 bln mark for 1st time in March | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korea's monthly exports breached the US$80 billion mark for the first time ever in March, jumping nearly 50 percent from a year earlier on the back of record shipments of semiconductors, government data...
3/30: The Takeout with Major Garrett
3/30: The Takeout with Major Garrett More U.S. troops arrive in the Middle East while Trump touts Iran talks; TSA workers begin receiving paychecks, but shutdown continues.
Seoul shares open sharply higher amid hopes for end to Middle East war | Yonhap News Agency
OK SEOUL, April 1 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks started sharply higher Wednesday amid hopes for an end to the monthlong war in the Middle East. President Donald Trump said Tuesday (U.S. time) that the United States could end its...
Who’s the shutdown scapegoat now? – Roll Call
Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, seen here in October of last year, didn’t see eye to eye last week on the best way to break a Homeland Security Department funding stalemate. ( Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call...
What latest Middle East deployment signals about U.S. intentions in Iran
What latest Middle East deployment signals about U.S. intentions in Iran Sources confirmed to CBS News that the latest deployment to the Middle East includes special operation forces, like Navy SEALs and Army Rangers, in addition to thousands of Marines...