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Memorial events are being held in school throughout the island to mark the 70th anniversary

President Yoon Suk Yeol’s Liberation Day speech on Aug. 15 set himself apart from his predecessors. He did not mention Japan’s brutal 35-year colonial rule, from which the nation was freed on the day 78 years ago. Instead, Yoon bore hatred toward his perceived enemies at home, calling them “anti-state forces.” “The forces of communist totalitarianism have always disguised themselves as d...

President Yoon Suk Yeol’s Liberation Day speech on Aug. 15 set himself apart from his predecessors. He did not mention Japan’s brutal 35-year colonial rule, from which the nation was freed on the day 78 years ago. Instead, Yoon bore hatred toward his perceived enemies at home, calling them “anti-state forces.” “The forces of communist totalitarianism have always disguised themselves as d...

Like other organizations reliant on state subsidies, the Heritage of Korean Independence (HKI) has been a staunch supporter of the government since its establishment in 1965.

The defense ministrys decision to relocate the bust of independence fighter Hong Beom-do has pitted President Yoon Suk Yeol against his adviser and old friend.

Marking the 74th anniversary of the death of Homer B. Hulbert, an American who helped Koreas independence movement in its struggle against Japanese colonization, on Thursday, Hulbert Memorial Society president Kim Dong-jin reiterated his call to the Korean government and the public to pay more attention to foreign independence fighters.

A plan by the Ministry of National Defense to remove the busts of Korean independence fighters from the military academy, citing their involvement with the Soviet Communist Party, is causing a stir in political circles.

On the occasion of the 78th anniversary of National Liberation Day, Seoul City and the Sejong Center will host a concert titled “8.15 Seoul, My Soul” at Gwanghwamun Square today. ...

Major South Korean shipbuilders Hanwha Ocean and HD Hyundai are eyeing fresh energy from Vietnam as the two countries seek to double bilateral trade by 2030 to $150 billion.

After spending close to five months stuck inside an airport in South Korea, Dmitry is finally able to breathe fresh air. But he is yet to taste freedom -- and