South Korea opens fuel price case against SK Energy and HD Hyundai Oilbank
The antitrust regulator alleges years of price information exchanges and two specific agreements. Both refiners can respond before a final decision.
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Seoul mayor offers cooperation on North Jeolla’s 2036 Olympic bid
Oh Se-hoon says he would accept a co-hosting proposal, but practical terms remain unresolved and he wants the central government to assess a workable arrangement.
Democrats sue to stop taxpayer-funded Trump advertisements
The DNC is seeking a federal court order against the advertising campaign after more than $12 million in reported spending, with repayment and a promised funding switch unresolved.
New island near Kazakhstan’s Kulaly shows the Caspian Sea’s retreat
An aerial survey spotted newly exposed land near Kulaly Island. Measurements and independent research show how falling water levels are reshaping the shallow northern Caspian.
South Korea’s culture minister calls for narrower military service benefits for athletes and artists
Chae Hwi-young promised a comprehensive review after lawmakers questioned the fairness of service benefits linked to sporting achievements. No change has been decided.
Dundalk voters describe price pressures as Trump promotes Maryland shipyard plan
Residents interviewed in Dundalk, Maryland, described high prices and other concerns ahead of the November midterms. Trump promoted a planned $3.7 billion Anduril shipyard nearby.
Irish unions say €1.2bn Budget provision will not avert public-sector strikes
The Government says its Budget allocation gives unions a basis to resume pay talks, but union leaders say it is insufficient as work-to-rule action continues.
Anwar's Malaysia budget puts middle-income relief in focus before election
Economists expect more attention for middle-income households when Malaysia presents Budget 2027 on 9 October, but the final measures and allocations have yet to be announced.
County Down’s Bendy Tree wins 2026 UK Tree of the Year vote
The Newcastle wych elm took 30% of the public vote, becoming Northern Ireland’s first winner of the Woodland Trust competition.
Whangārei rough sleepers face eviction deadline as MP expects a pause
Hūhana Lyndon says the move-on order for people living at the Old Boys site may be paused, but the council has not confirmed a change or a place for residents to go.
DNC sues Trump administration over taxpayer-funded television ads
The party wants a federal court to stop public money paying for ads promoting President Donald Trump. More than $12 million has been spent airing them, according to an estimate...
Thousands of Rio students march against Flávio Bolsonaro before Brazil runoff
Students and other demonstrators rallied for President Lula in Rio de Janeiro, raising concerns about education, rights and democracy after Flávio Bolsonaro led the first round.
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Seoul mayor says he would accept North Jeolla proposal to co-host 2036 Olympics
Mayor Oh Se-hoon says Seoul is open to a joint bid, but North Jeolla has yet to submit a practical proposal and the domestic feasibility review is suspended.
South Korea sets out 10-year K-GX green transformation plan
President Lee Jae Myung urged South Korea to lead the green transition as the government outlined investment ambitions and targets for energy, industry and transport.
South Korean prime minister urges continued demand for apology over DMZ mine blast
Han Seong-sook said Seoul should keep seeking an apology after its military blamed North Korean mines for a September blast that injured three soldiers. North Korea denies...
Robert Brown takes command of US-South Korean combined division
The brigadier general assumed command at Camp Humphreys on October 7 after an interim period that began when Maj. Gen. Charles Lombardo relinquished command in July.
KOSPI falls 1.98% for second session as chip shares decline
South Korea’s benchmark index closed at 6,803.90 on Oct. 7. Foreign and institutional investors sold shares ahead of Samsung Electronics’ preliminary earnings report.
Irish schools told to reprint Junior Cycle result statements after grade guide error
The State Examinations Commission said students’ results were correct, but an incorrect grade-band guide on provisional statements required schools to use replacement PDFs.