South Korea Votes for New President After Yoon's Impeachment
seoul June 3, 2025 00:00South Korea holds presidential elections with Lee Jae-myung as the frontrunner, amidst a choice between democracy and dictatorship following Yoon's impeachment.
South Korea holds presidential elections with Lee Jae-myung as the frontrunner, amidst a choice between democracy and dictatorship following Yoon's impeachment.
Poland's presidential election faces a tight race between liberal candidate Trzaskowski and nationalist Nawrocki, with key issues on security, migration, and alliances at stake.
Archaeologists discover remains of a nearly 3000-year-old Mayan city named Los Abuelos in northern Guatemala, a significant ceremonial center of the early Mayan civilization.
Israeli forces target Hezbollah locations in Lebanon, violating ceasefire with reported casualties. Tensions rise as IDF accuses Hezbollah of breaching agreements.
José Riveiro transitions from Orlando Pirates to Al Ahly ahead of FIFA Club World Cup, aiming to lead the Egyptian giants to success in the prestigious tournament.
A military aircraft has crashed in Pohang, South Korea, resulting in the loss of all four crew members. The plane, a Lockheed P-3 Orion, caught fire upon impact on a mountain.
A South African mother receives a life sentence for selling her daughter to a traditional healer, sparking national outrage and protests in Cape Town.
President Trump postpones threat of 50% import tariff on EU goods after phone conversation with EU President Von der Leyen, extending negotiation deadline to July 9.
Liverpool finally lifts their 20th Premier League trophy at Anfield in a celebratory event with fans after securing the title in April.
A drag race event in South Poland turns tragic as a BMW racer loses control, crashing into spectators, leaving several injured, one unconscious.
A container ship carrying hazardous cargo has sunk off the coast of Kerala, India, with all 24 crew members rescued. The vessel, MSC ELSA 3, went down with 640 containers onboard.
China and the Philippines clash over Sandy Cay in the South China Sea, with accusations of aggression and endangering Filipino crew members.
Parents arrested in South Carolina after being discovered with their 8-month-old baby among 40 animals and a dead goat in appalling conditions.
Thailand mandates medical evidence for cannabis consumption amidst a crackdown on drug smuggling, affecting the booming cannabis industry and tourism.
Ange Postecoglou fulfills his promise as Tottenham Hotspur wins UEFA Europa League, ending a 17-year trophy drought under the Australian coach's leadership.
North Korea's new torpedo boat destroyer launch ends in disaster as the vessel slides off the ramp, causing severe damage, witnessed by leader Kim Jong-un.
Heavy rainfall triggers severe flooding in New South Wales, Australia, leaving at least one person dead and forcing 50,000 residents to evacuate.
A meeting between the South African and US presidents in the Oval Office escalates into a clash over farm murders in South Africa, with Trump showing graphic images to support his claims.
ESPN analyzes potential transfers before the 2025 Club World Cup in the United States, including Ronaldo's speculated move and key players linked to top clubs.
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to meet with US President Donald Trump amidst strained relations following the arrival of Afrikaner 'refugees'. Trade, land issues, and geopolitical tensions on the agenda.
A suspected case of Ebola has surfaced in the Czech Republic, with an American man isolated in a hospital after seeking medical help in Tabor.
Chelsea, the Women's Super League champions, are eyeing a summer move for 17-year-old United States midfielder Lily Yohannes from Ajax. Yohannes has drawn interest after choosing to represent the USWNT.
A 10.3-carat rare blue diamond, known as 'The Mediterranean Blue', was auctioned in Geneva for 17.9 million Swiss francs to a private collector from the US.
A 68-year-old tourist died in Kruger National Park, South Africa, after being trampled by elephants during a night walk. The incident adds to previous fatal encounters with elephants in the region.
President Trump's move to bring white South African refugees to the US sparks anger and debate, with critics questioning the preferential treatment amid stringent immigration policies.
South Korea's ruling party's attempt to switch presidential candidates at the last minute fails as members reject replacing former minister Kim Moon-soo with ex-acting president Han Duck-soo.
Around 160,000 residents near Barcelona, Spain, are advised to stay indoors due to a toxic chlorine cloud caused by a fire in Vilanova i la Geltrú.
Multiple ballistic rockets launched by North Korea from Wonsan prompt fears of possible export to Russia, escalating tensions. Recent tests mimic Russian Iskander missiles.
South Korean military suspects North Korea's recent ballistic missile launch may have been a test for exporting missiles, firing multiple short-range missiles towards Japan.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich declares intent to completely destroy Gaza Strip, forcing current residents to relocate to other countries.