Before and after: South Korea’s wildfires turn temple to ash

A historic temple in South Korea built over a thousand years ago now lies in charred, black ruins, a haunting contrast to the vibrant colours that typically adorn the country's historic palaces and Buddhist temples.

South Korea’s Largest Pine Mushroom Village Faces Uncertain Future After Wildfire

The recent wildfire not only destroyed most of the residents’ homes but also engulfed the pine forests around the mountain. (Image courtesy of Yonhap) YEONGDEOK, March 28 (Korea Bizwire) — In a devastating blow to South Korea’s premier pine mushroom …

South Korea wildfires: Death toll rises to 28

Wildfires sweeping through South Korea since last Friday have killed at least 28 people. According to local news agency Yonhap, the wildfires have also injured dozens of people and burnt about 48,000 hectares of forest. About 38,000 residents have so far …

Wildfires and aging society make for deadly mix in South Korea

Audio By Carbonatix By Ju-min Park SEOUL (Reuters) – A combination of an aging society and a reliance on temporary workers meant older people were disproportionately on the frontlines tackling South Korea’s devastating wildfires this week – and paid a …

Japan first floated 2002 World Cup co-hosting with South Korea, documents show

Newly declassified diplomatic documents in South Korea show that in 1994, Japan's then-Foreign Minister Kono Yohei unofficially proposed that the two countries co-host the 2002 soccer World Cup. South Korea's Foreign Ministry on Friday released …

Imports are finally working: After buying from Brazil, Türkiye, and South Korea, egg prices in the U.S. drop steeply; ...

Egg prices in the U.S. have been soaring, and the government is stepping in. With a sharp spike driven by avian influenza, the U.S. is now doubling egg imports from Brazil. Why? To ease the strain on consumers and curb the skyrocketing prices. Why is the U …

Mapped: Satellite images reveal how South Korea wildfires spread

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What caused South Korea’s largest ever wildfires?

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South Korea's worst wildfires are almost contained

"Strong, dry winds blew from the west. The wind had the biggest impact," said Lim, adding that smoke and fog reduced visibility this week, presenting a bigger challenge to helicopters seeking to douse the flames.