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South Korea
How Korean culture became a global phenomenon
Nov 18, 2021
The nation's pop culture is a government-funded export that has grown into the "Korean wave."
How long can China's economic grudges last?
by
Jennifer Pak
Nov 27, 2019
For South Korea, it’s been three years and counting, hitting industries like entertainment, travel and grocery stores.
Korean leaders pledge denuclearization, but avoid specifics
Apr 27, 2018
In a historic moment, North and South Korea have pledged there will be "no more war."
Report: U.S. falling behind in 5G
Apr 16, 2018
A new report from a trade group representing the U.S. wireless industry shows the U.S. is lagging China and South Korea when it comes to 5G. CTIA says companies in those countries are getting help that U.S. firms aren’t. Click the audio player above to hear the full story.
How sanctions might actually develop North Korea's economy
Mar 29, 2018
North Korea might end up giving up its biggest bargaining chip: nuclear weapons.
Why the U.S. needs foreign steel imports
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Daisy Palacios
Mar 28, 2018
After Trump’s tariff announcement, manufacturers saw raw materials prices rise.
How to be a Zamboni driver
by
Eliza Mills
Feb 23, 2018
Ice technician Ryan Hevern on what it takes to create Olympic-caliber hockey and figure skating rinks.
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The darkest building on the planet is at the Olympics
by
Kai Ryssdal
, Bridget Bodnar
and Josie Fan
Feb 12, 2018
The structure in Pyeongchang is painted with what its maker says is the darkest man-made substance, a material that absorbs 99 percent of light.
How North Korea going to the Olympics could affect sanctions
Jan 9, 2018
The forthcoming Winter Olympic Games may become the catalyst for some easing of tensions between the Koreas.
Nuclear threats, financial risks and trade agreement breakdowns — what's ahead for 2018
by
Janet Nguyen
and Kimberly Adams
Jan 1, 2018
Here are some of the trends identified in the Stratfor Worldview's annual forecast.