The demonstrators in Seoul chanted “Arrest Park Geun-hye!” “’Step down, criminal!” and “We can’t take this any longer.” They also held lit candles and banners, reading “Park Geun-hye out!” and “Treason by a secret government.” Hundreds of thousands are gathering in the center of the capital of South Korea to take part in a large-scale demonstration, demanding President... 

South Korean leader Lee Myung-Bak has urged the country’s officials to ‘stand well prepared’ for a third nuclear test by North Korea, according to Yonhap news agency. The test is believed to take place before Lunar New Year starts on February 10. The calls followed the South Korean President’s meeting with his top security advisers, who reportedly passed him information, which could indicate... 

North Korea has allegedly been placed under martial law and its ruler Kim Jong-un has ordered the army to “prepare for war”, a South Korean daily claims. ­The North Korean leader issued a series of orders to his top defense and security officials on Saturday to conclude preparations for a new nuclear test, the Seoul based Korea JoongAng Daily alleges citing an unnamed source. The source reportedly... 

South Korea has elected its first female president in a clear victory for conservative Park Geun-Hye, the daughter of the country’s former dictator. ­With more than 70 percent of votes counted so far, the 60-year old Park took almost 52 percent, over 48 percent for her left-wing rival, human rights lawyer Moon Jae-in. Though an official announcement has not been made yet, incumbent president... 

Tough day for Obama: Trade deal unfinished, backlash on money policy, president tested anew. Humbled by elections at home, President Barack Obama on Thursday endured a sobering test of his power abroad as well, unable to close a trade deal with South Korea and thrown on the defensive about America’s approach to global economic worries. From halfway around the world, he admonished both friends...