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8 stories from South Korea on One Turn, since October 8, 2026, newest first. Each links to its sources and to its place on the 3D globe.
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A 3-meter shark nicknamed Bukang-i that was stranded in a canal in Busan for a month was successfully guided out to sea after several attempts. The animal drew around 1.6 million visitors and was watched over by volunteer groups.
South Korea's finance minister said semiconductor growth can last at least through next year because supply remains tight, despite a global chip stock sell-off.
The Busan International Film Festival honoured Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi and Malaysian actor Michelle Yeoh as it builds momentum as a top-tier showcase.
Hybe shares jumped 10% as BTS' world tour and global demand for newer K-pop acts lifted earnings hopes.
Eight people were injured in a mass stabbing at a supermarket in Incheon, South Korea, and a suspect was arrested.
Day 2 of 2 · Earlier: Oct 13 · The story so far
Eight people were injured in a mass stabbing at a supermarket in Incheon, South Korea. A suspect was arrested.
Day 1 of 2 · Later: Oct 14 · The story so far
Seoul recalled its ambassador to Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of breaching a non-disclosure agreement by revealing the transfer of two captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea.
Day 2 of 2 · Earlier: Oct 8 · The story so far
Seoul recalled its ambassador to Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of breaching a non-disclosure agreement. The dispute concerns Ukraine revealing the transfer of two captured North Korean soldiers to South Korea.
Day 1 of 2 · Later: Oct 9 · The story so far
Figures: South Korea on World Bank Open Data, latest available year.