The Korea Daily Digital Team

The LAPD cleared itself in the fatal shooting of Yong Yang, a mentally ill Korean-American man, based on an internal review lacking independent oversight. The case has sparked criticism from the victim’s family and community leaders, raising broader concerns about police accountability and the failure to prioritize non-lethal responses.

Apple and Samsung Electronics have temporarily avoided U.S. tariffs on key tech products after the Trump administration exempted smartphones, laptops, and semiconductors from a sweeping trade policy. However, future restrictions remain likely, with a pending investigation into semiconductor imports potentially leading to new tariffs.

Elmer Royce Williams, a legendary Korean War veteran, marked his 100th birthday by calling for Korean unity and warning the world of the dangers...

Jennie of Blackpink has released a new remix of her solo track “Like Jennie,” produced by Korean DJ Peggy Gou, ahead of her solo performance at Coachella. The release follows major milestones including over 100 million Spotify streams and Jennie’s recent recognition at the Billboard Women in Music Awards.

North Korea has fully restored operations at Uiju Airfield in Sinui­ju, redeploying 34 Il-28/H-5 bombers nearly four years after converting the site into a pandemic-era freight terminal. The reversal follows the normalization of cross-border trade and flood damage to the rail infrastructure in 2023.

A tunnel under construction for the Sinansan subway line in Gwangmyeong collapsed on April 11, prompting the evacuation of 2,300 residents and raising safety concerns near a local elementary school. Rescue operations are ongoing for two trapped workers as authorities brace for potential rainfall over the weekend.

The construction of the Korean American Museum in LA has faced delays for over 30 years. Despite repeated attempts at redesign and fundraising, the...

U.S. President Donald Trump’s pledge to revive the U.S. shipbuilding industry has raised hopes among Korean shipbuilders for increased cooperation but also prompted calls for formal government agreements to ensure stable and profitable partnerships. Korean firms remain cautious about relying on uncertain U.S. Navy contracts without long-term guarantees.

Ever since child star-turned-actor Kim Sae-ron’s death by suicide on Feb. 16, Korea — and much of the world — has witnessed a major underage...

Student visa cancellation over minor traffic ticket sparks deportation risk A Korean graduate in Georgia is facing imminent deportation after U.S. immigration officials abruptly canceled...