Ethan Zhao
Senior Reporter
The Latest
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South Korea Details Bird Strike and Crash Impact in Jeju Air Report to ICAO, U.S., France, and Thailand
South Korean authorities have submitted their preliminary findings on the Jeju Air crash that killed 179 people to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and aviation authorities in the United States, France, and Thailand. The report, released on Monday, provides early insights into the causes of the December 29 disaster, which has become the deadliest air accident in the country's history. 
South Korean authorities have submitted their preliminary findings on the Jeju Air crash that killed 179 people to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and aviation authorities in the United States, France, and Thailand. The report, released on Monday, provides early insights into the causes of the December 29 disaster, which has become the deadliest air accident in the country's history. -
South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol Indicted on Rebellion Charges Over Martial Law Decree
South Korea's political crisis deepened Sunday as prosecutors formally indicted impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on rebellion charges linked to his brief declaration of martial law last December. The charges, which could carry a sentence of life imprisonment or even the death penalty, mark a historic moment as Yoon becomes the first sitting South Korean president to face criminal prosecution while in office. 
South Korea's political crisis deepened Sunday as prosecutors formally indicted impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on rebellion charges linked to his brief declaration of martial law last December. The charges, which could carry a sentence of life imprisonment or even the death penalty, mark a historic moment as Yoon becomes the first sitting South Korean president to face criminal prosecution while in office. -
Chinese Courts Issue Death Sentences in Separate Attacks Targeting Japanese Citizens
Two separate courts in China have handed down death sentences to Chinese nationals convicted of brutal knife attacks on Japanese citizens. The incidents, which occurred in 2023, have drawn international attention and fueled concerns among Japanese expatriates in China. 
Two separate courts in China have handed down death sentences to Chinese nationals convicted of brutal knife attacks on Japanese citizens. The incidents, which occurred in 2023, have drawn international attention and fueled concerns among Japanese expatriates in China. -
South Korea Slams Trump’s ‘Nuclear Power’ Remarks on North Korea Amid Fears of Policy Shift
President Donald Trump's assertion that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is a "nuclear power" has drawn sharp criticism and unease from allies, including South Korea, while reigniting debates over the global approach to North Korea's nuclear ambitions. Speaking to reporters after his inauguration, Trump touted his relationship with Kim and addressed broader threats to U.S. security. 
President Donald Trump's assertion that North Korean leader Kim Jong-un is a "nuclear power" has drawn sharp criticism and unease from allies, including South Korea, while reigniting debates over the global approach to North Korea's nuclear ambitions. Speaking to reporters after his inauguration, Trump touted his relationship with Kim and addressed broader threats to U.S. security. -
Putin and Xi Vow to Challenge U.S. Influence in ‘Multipolar World’ After Trump’s Inauguration
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed their nations' deepening partnership during a video call on Tuesday, just one day after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed their nations' deepening partnership during a video call on Tuesday, just one day after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. -
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Formally Arrested Over Martial Law Declaration
South Korea's political crisis deepened early Sunday as President Yoon Suk Yeol was formally arrested following his controversial declaration of martial law last month. The Seoul Western District Court approved an arrest warrant for Yoon after an hourslong deliberation, citing concerns that he might destroy evidence. This marks the first time in South Korea's history that a sitting president has been taken into custody. South Korea's political crisis deepened early Sunday as President Yoon Suk Yeol was formally arrested following his controversial declaration of martial law last month. The Seoul Western District Court approved an arrest warrant for Yoon after an hourslong deliberation, citing concerns that he might destroy evidence. This marks the first time in South Korea's history that a sitting president has been taken into custody. -
China Faces Mounting Demographic Crisis as Population Declines for Third Consecutive Year
China's population shrank for the third straight year in 2024, marking another chapter in the country's worsening demographic challenges. The National Bureau of Statistics reported Friday that the population fell by 1.39 million to 1.408 billion, underscoring a steady decline that began decades ago but has accelerated in recent years. 
China's population shrank for the third straight year in 2024, marking another chapter in the country's worsening demographic challenges. The National Bureau of Statistics reported Friday that the population fell by 1.39 million to 1.408 billion, underscoring a steady decline that began decades ago but has accelerated in recent years. -
China’s Q4 GDP Surges 5.4%, Surpassing Forecasts Amid Policy Boosts
China's economy exceeded expectations in the fourth quarter of 2024, growing at a robust 5.4% year-on-year, according to data released Friday by the National Bureau of Statistics. The strong performance, fueled by a series of targeted stimulus measures, allowed Beijing to meet its annual growth target of "around 5%," with full-year GDP growth landing at exactly 5%. 
China's economy exceeded expectations in the fourth quarter of 2024, growing at a robust 5.4% year-on-year, according to data released Friday by the National Bureau of Statistics. The strong performance, fueled by a series of targeted stimulus measures, allowed Beijing to meet its annual growth target of "around 5%," with full-year GDP growth landing at exactly 5%. -
Vanke CEO Zhu Jiusheng Taken by Authorities - Reports
Zhu Jiusheng, the CEO of China Vanke, was taken into custody by public security authorities on Wednesday, according to a report from state media outlet The Economic Observer. The unexpected development has intensified scrutiny of the real estate giant's financial stability amid a prolonged slump in China's property market. 
Zhu Jiusheng, the CEO of China Vanke, was taken into custody by public security authorities on Wednesday, according to a report from state media outlet The Economic Observer. The unexpected development has intensified scrutiny of the real estate giant's financial stability amid a prolonged slump in China's property market. -
Detained South Korean President Yoon Rejects Second Day of Questioning Amid Legal Showdown
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, now detained and under intense scrutiny, has refused to attend further questioning by anti-corruption investigators. This development comes as the embattled leader faces accusations of insurrection tied to his failed attempt to impose martial law last month. The unfolding legal saga has plunged South Korea into its most severe political crisis in decades. 
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, now detained and under intense scrutiny, has refused to attend further questioning by anti-corruption investigators. This development comes as the embattled leader faces accusations of insurrection tied to his failed attempt to impose martial law last month. The unfolding legal saga has plunged South Korea into its most severe political crisis in decades.
