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2k storiesTesla demonstrates thruster-equipped Roadster, says production will start in 2028
Tesla demonstrated a gas-thruster Roadster at a SpaceX test site in McGregor, Texas, on October 15 local time. The car jumped over five vehicles, while Elon Musk said production would begin in 2028.
South Korea's Democratic Party apologises over governor's firefighting funding remark
South Korea's Democratic Party apologised on 16 October after Gyeonggi Governor Choo Mi-ae compared firefighting to a fiscal drain. The party pledged to seek more funding for firefighter safety, staffing, equipment and working conditions.
Eight reported injured in Incheon knife attack; suspect under electronic monitoring
A knife attack at a commercial building in Incheon on October 13 left eight people injured, including a woman in cardiac arrest, most supplied reports said. Police arrested a male suspect who was under electronic monitoring, and the Justice…
Seven injured in Bucheon factory fire; firefighter taken to hospital in cardiac arrest
A fire at a metal-parts painting factory in Bucheon on October 16 injured seven people, including five firefighters, Yonhap and Newsis reported. One firefighter was taken to hospital in cardiac arrest, while another was seriously injured.
South Korea adds 113,000 jobs in September as youth employment keeps falling
South Korea had 29.266 million employed people in September, up 113,000 from a year earlier, according to employment data released on October 16. Employment among people aged 15–29 fell by 147,000, extending its decline to 47 consecutive mo…
South Korea's ruling party opens talks on impeaching Chief Justice Cho
Democratic Party leader Kim Min-seok said on October 16 that discussions had begun on possible impeachment of Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae. Later reports described support from hardliners alongside warnings within the party about proceeding.
Rapper Big Naughty legally married to childhood crush, agency says
South Korean rapper Big Naughty (빅나티), real name Seo Dong-hyun (서동현), told fans on 14 October that he would spend his life with "that friend" who appears in his songs Vancouver and Vancouver 2. His agency said the same day that he had alrea…
Korean iPhone Duo pre-orders open; Apple store delivery estimate slips to January
Pre-orders for Apple's first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, opened in South Korea at 21:00 on October 16 ahead of an October 23 release. Newsis reported that about 30 minutes later, Apple's online store showed January 23, 2027 deliver…
Man arrested over wife's killing in Jeonju despite court restrictions
Police arrested a man in his 70s on suspicion of killing his wife in Jeonju and fleeing to Seocheon on October 14. Reports said he had been subject to court orders prohibiting stalking, approaching and contacting her, while later coverage s…
Lotte Innovate and CMC explore Vietnam data center and charging projects
Lotte Innovate said on October 14 that it signed a cooperation memorandum with Vietnam's CMC Group in Hanoi. The companies will explore opportunities in hyperscale data centers, electric vehicle charging, cybersecurity, offshore IT services…
South Korean dailies run 'Today's Fortune' horoscope columns for October 9 and 10
Chosun Ilbo, Maeil Business, Korea Economic Daily and Dong-A Ilbo published their daily 'Today's Fortune' horoscope columns for October 9 and October 10, 2026. The columns give readings by zodiac animal and, in Chosun Ilbo and Dong-A Ilbo, …
South Korea freezes fuel price caps for four more weeks despite $100-plus oil
South Korea's Ministry of Trade and Industry (산업통상부) said on October 16 that the 11th round of petroleum price caps, applying for four weeks from midnight on October 17, will stay at the 10th-round level: 1,784 won per litre for gasoline, 1…
U.S. Forces Korea commander says wartime command transfer conditions have changed
U.S. Forces Korea commander Xavier Brunson said on October 14 that conditions for transferring wartime operational control had changed and revised plans had created new standards. He reiterated support for a conditions-based transfer, while…
Lee Soo-man's A2O LITE tops Melon chart with debut song 'NEON'
A2O LITE, a nine-member girl group introduced by Lee Soo-man, reached No. 1 on Melon's Top 100 with debut song 'NEON' at 11 p.m. on October 14. Newsis said the song reached the top 29 hours after its release.
Brewers sweep Dodgers 4-0 in NLCS, reach World Series for first time since 1982
The Milwaukee Brewers beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series, finishing a four-game sweep. They reach the World Series for the first time since 1982, despite a three-run home run by Shohei Ohta…
Korean outlets report White House spokesperson's exit after credentials controversy
Yonhap and Chosun Ilbo reported that the new White House spokesperson left her post on October 16 amid controversy over her legal credentials. Newsis reported that Donald Trump said his decision was not final, while also citing US media rep…
Ji Ye-eun answers Lee Seo-jin's marriage advice on SBS variety show
Actor Ji Ye-eun (지예은) responded to Lee Seo-jin's advice about marriage on an SBS variety show broadcast on October 16. Ji is due to marry dancer Bata (바타) on December 12, according to reports published ahead of the episode.
South Korea considers expanding Cheonghae unit's operations to Gulf of Oman
South Korea is considering extending the Cheonghae unit's operating area from the Gulf of Aden to the Gulf of Oman and adding a maritime patrol aircraft. The Defense Ministry said details had not been decided as it prepared to seek a deploy…
Vatican releases first photos of Pope Leo XIV after lung cancer surgery
The Vatican released the first photographs of Pope Leo XIV after lung surgery on October 16, showing him celebrating Mass in hospital, Korean outlets reported. Newsis said the Vatican described his condition as steadily improving, while res…
Lee urges National Assembly to put Buma and 5·18 uprisings in constitution preamble
President Lee Jae-myung said on 16 October at the 47th Buma Democratic Uprising ceremony in Busan that putting the Buma uprising and the Gwangju democratisation movement in the constitution's preamble is the minimum step to remember that hi…