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[Kulture Issue] The sounds of KPop Demon Hunters and latest K-pop trends

2025/07/24 15:34

Sometimes soft, sometimes powerful. K-pop music trends change rapidly, driven by listeners' tastes and cultural trends. That's also reflected in the recent Netflix animation hit "KPop Demon Hunters." For more on the K-pop music in this film and the fast-changing K-pop industry trends, we are now connected to our expert Claire Marie Lim, music technologist, artist and faculty member at Berklee College of Music. Hello Claire! Q1) It's almost hard to tell whether HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys are real K-pop idols or not, as the K-pop groups from the animation musical film KPop Demon Hunters have conquered the Billboard charts and you can hear people sing along to "Soda Pop" and "Golden" all around the world. Do you feel the KPop Demon Hunters phenomenon around you? Q2) So, who is behind the hit soundtrack, and how have these creators led the songs to become such a success? Q2-1) What do you think of the Korean lyrics that pop up in those songs and what impact does that have on the viewers/listeners? Q3) Maggie Kang, the Korean-Canadian director of the film, said that she didn't want KPop Demon Hunters to be a very traditional musical movie, but rather one that has real K-pop music that speaks to K-pop fans. So, what are the elements that made the songs "real" K-pop? Q4) A variety of K-pop styles can be found in KPop Demon Hunters, just like in the real K-pop world. But some styles dominate others at times. I remember so-called "Easy-listening" songs were very popular. Tell us more about that trend. Q5) Recently, "Hard-listening" is becoming a thing again. Could you define that for us as well? And why would people like to listen to that style? Q6) Who creates those trends? Why do they change so quickly, and what impact does such rapid change have on K-pop artists? (Could there possibly be concerns on maintaining the identity of groups?) Thank you very much Claire for your insights and have a great rest of the week. Thank you Bella, see you back tomorrow.

[NEWs GEN] Chilling Horror Hits: What makes Korean horror films so unique?

2025/07/24 13:33

뉴젠] K-귀신이 흥행공식? 한국 귀신의 종류와 인기 비결 #케이팝데몬헌터스 #저승사자 #무당 #도깨비 #구미호 #kpopdemonhunters #horrormovies #occultstories #khorror #occultfilms

S. Korea's "last ditch" tariff talks with U.S. as deadline approaches

2025/07/24 12:41

As more countries continue to move to strike tariff deals with the U.S., South Korea is no exception. Seoul's trade officials are set to hold talks with their U.S. counterparts in Washington for two days starting Thursday, local time. For more, we have our Park Kun-woo on the line. Kun-woo, do tell us more. Eun-ji, with Trump's deadline for "reciprocal" tariffs approaching, South Korea is entering the final stages of negotiations in Washington. Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan landed in the U.S. on Wednesday for two days of talks with Trump administration figures, including Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Energy Secretary Chris Wright. The meetings are taking place following the U.S. reaching a deal with Japan to lower tariff rates from 25 percent to 15 percent. On questions about the deal between the U.S. and Japan, Industry Minister Kim said it was too early to make any judgments. "We're carefully examining the U.S.-Japan deal to determine how we should respond. Some elements, we can refer to, while others, need more of a comparison." Speaking on Trump's latest remarks, warning that countries unwilling to open their markets won't see any tariff relief, Kim said that has been Trump's consistent stance, and that the government has been closely monitoring the situation. He said his visit can be described as a "full court press," aiming not only for tariff cuts but also to bolster cooperation in key strategic sectors, such as manufacturing and energy. Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol, along with chief free trade negotiator Yeo Han-koo was set to participate in a 2+2 high-level meeting on Friday over tariffs with their U.S. counterparts Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. However, we've just learned that the meeting has been canceled due to Bessent's urgent schedule. A Finance ministry's spokesperson said the U.S. has proposed rescheduling the meeting within the next few days, and both sides are working to set a new date as soon as possible. So it seems we'll have to wait and see for any further announcements as this could be the last chance for South Korea to achieve a breakthrough. That's all I have for you now. Back to you, Eun-ji.

[Weather] Heat intensifies with blazing sunshine

2025/07/24 12:40

The heat is really building up with heatwave alerts getting bigger and stronger every single day. Now, most of the country is under a heatwave warning! This heat is being added to by an expanding North Pacific High-pressure system. This means the intensity of the heat is going to get worse even more towards the end of the week! Today, Seoul's daytime high is set to climb to a blazing 36 degrees Celsius! By Saturday, we could be looking at 38 degrees Celsius in the capital! Making conditions rougher is that burning sunshine. This afternoon, most major cities will see temperatures above 35 degrees Celsius with very strong UV rays nationwide. Be sure to drink plenty of water frequently to stay hydrated; your body needs it! International travelers visiting Korea need to beware of the searing heatwave through the weekend under sunny skies except on Jeju. Please try to stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day. And stay safe!

Panda twins celebrate 3rd birthday in southwest China's Chongqing

2025/07/24 12:40

Chongqing Zoo in China's southwest celebrated the third birthday of a pair of twin giant pandas this week. The twins, named Yu Ke, the brother, and Yu Ai, the sister, were born on July 22, 2022. A special birthday party was designed to help them stay cool in the region's summer heat, with frozen fruit cake sculptures, bamboo ice treats, and chilled play areas. While Yu Ai was resting in a non-exhibition zone due to a mild eye condition, Chongqing Zoo officials stated that both pandas are thriving, thriving, healthy, and remain popular attractions.

WFP food aid to 1.3 million in Nigeria at risk as stocks run out

2025/07/24 12:39

The UN World Food Programme announced on Wednesday that food and nutrition supplies in north-eastern Nigeria have been completely depleted, putting 1.3 million people at risk by the end of July. The depletion is primarily due to significant funding shortfalls, largely resulting from major donor cuts, particularly from the U.S. Agency for International Development, which previously contributed approximately 45% of the region's budget. Over 150 nutrition clinics in Borno and Yobe states are also being closed, halting treatment for more than 300,000 malnourished children. The aid agency needs 131 million U.S. dollars to restart operations in the region this year.

World Court says failure to meet climate goals could lead to reparations

2025/07/24 12:39

The UN's top legal body, the International Court of Justice, has ruled that countries that fail to meet their climate commitments may be violating international law and could face paying reparations to countries suffering the consequences. In a unanimous advisory opinion delivered on Wednesday, the ICJ declared that wealthy and high-emitting nations are legally obliged to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, curb fossil fuel production and subsidies, and establish ambitious climate plans linked to the Paris Agreement. Judge Yuji Iwasawa emphasized that a "clean, healthy, and sustainable environment" is a recognized human right and that failure to take adequate climate action may amount to internationally wrongful conduct, leading to reparations for states harmed by climate impacts. The advisory is non-binding, but small island nations and low-lying states, as well as environmental groups, celebrated the landmark ruling. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also welcomed the decision, describing it as a "victory for our planet."

Russia, Ukraine agree to exchange 1,200 POWs each during Istanbul talks

2025/07/24 12:38

Let's begin with the third round of ceasefire talks between Russia and Ukraine that concluded on Wednesday. Give us updates on the outcome. The talks in Istanbul ended swiftly, with no ceasefire reached, but progress was made on additional prisoner exchanges. The two delegations met for approximately 40 minutes at Istanbul's Ciragan Palace and discussed further prisoner swaps, but remained far apart on the terms of a ceasefire and a possible meeting of their leaders. Both sides agreed to advance a prisoner-of-war exchange, committing to release at least 1,200 more POWs each, including severely wounded soldiers and civilians. Russia's chief delegate, Vladimir Medinsky, said the bodies of 3,000 Ukrainian soldiers will also be returned. Discussions reportedly included cases of abducted children. Ukraine's delegation, led by Rustem Umerov, proposed a direct summit between Presidents Zelenskyy and Putin by the end of August; however, Russia suggested forming online working groups on military, political, and humanitarian issues instead.

S. Korean chipmaker reports best-ever quarterly performance in Q2

2025/07/24 12:38

South Korean chipmaker SK hynix has reported its best-ever quarterly performance in the second quarter thanks to surging demand for AI chips, including high-bandwidth memory chips. According to preliminary data from the company on Thursday, its operating profit came to around 6-point-7 billion dollars, up by nearly 70 percent on-year. Sales also jumped by over 35 percent. Operating profits and sales both set new all-time quarterly records, breaking the previous highs in the last quarter of 2024.

U.S., EU closing in on 15% tariff deal

2025/07/24 12:37

The European Union is also close to reaching a trade deal with the Trump administration, that would impose a 15 percent tariff on EU imports. According to the Financial Times on Wednesday, citing a number of sources, the 15 percent tariff may be accepted for the bloc to avoid the 30 percent tariff that U.S. President Donald Trump is warning will take effect starting August. Sources say the two sides are also close to reaching an agreement on tariff exemptions on certain items such as aircraft, distilled spirits, and medical devices. Since April, goods from the EU have faced an additional 10 percent tariff on top of the existing average U.S. tariff rate of 4-point-8 percent.

[On-point] How South Korea is making efforts to strike trade deal with U.S. before August 1

2025/07/24 12:37

As we just heard, South Korea is making last-minute efforts to strike a trade agreement with the United States, before the August 1st deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump. For more on this, we're joined by Professor Min Jeong-hun, Professor at Korea National Diplomatic Academy. Professor Min, thanks for joining us this morning. Although the meeting set for Friday between top economic and trade officials from South Korea and the United States has been canceled, but it appears that the industry minister and the top trade negotiator will hold talks with U.S. officials, right? And South Korea's foreign minister is also expected to meet with his American counterpart in Washington. If that happens, what might be discussed there? Japan reached a trade agreement with the Trump administration yesterday. Based on what Japan gained and conceded to secure the deal, what do you think an agreement will look like for South Korea? Another key issue in relations between South Korea and the U.S. is the cost-sharing for American troops stationed in South Korea. How do you think the Korean government should approach this matter, especially as President Trump continues to pressure Seoul to increase its contribution amid concerns about a potential troop withdrawal? President Trump has been making it clear to U.S. allies that he's putting American interests first. How do you think the Lee administration should manage the alliance with the United States throughout his term? Alright Professor Min, thank you so much for your insight today. We appreciate it.

S. Korea to show 'K-Democracy is back' with APEC 2025 in 100 days

2025/07/24 12:36

With less than a hundred days left until South Korea hosts the annual economic meeting of leaders in the Asia Pacific, Arirang News sat down with a senior organizer to highlight the core focus agendas, and how preparations have continued throughout the months. Our foreign affairs correspondent Oh Soo-young has this report. South Korea is marking the revival of K-Democracy and setting the tone to inspire regional cooperation to "Connect, Innovate, and Prosper" amid mounting global complexity. Under the theme of Building a Sustainable Tomorrow, South Korea will host the annual meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum this October in the historic city of Gyeongju. Leaders from 21 member economies will tackle emerging challenges ranging from artificial intelligence and demographic shifts to sustainable and inclusive growth. "As this year's chair, the Republic of Korea has proposed cooperation on AI and addressing demographic changes as a key initiatives among many other global issues. We are working together with the member economists to adopt these initiatives as a standalone document alongside the Gyeongju Declaration at the leaders' meeting in late October." Q. South Korea is a far more prominent player than it was when it hosted APEC about 20 years ago. What's the significance of South Korea chairing this year's summit in 2025? "Over the years, Korea has filled trust and meaningful contributions in the international community. Building on that, at the APEC Economy Leaders' Meeting, which is returning to Korea after 20 years will serve as a great opportunity for us to show that we've restored our K-Democracy and that Korea is back on track after the political challenges we faced last year The emblem and the smile of Shilla not only reflect our warmth and hospitality and openness with Korea's commitment in fulfilling our role as a responsible member of the international community." Korea's chairship comes at a pivotal time, and showing the country is back on track in globl governance, after the martial law declaration last December compromised diplomacy at the highest level. Seoul is also positioning itself as a solutions partner --sharing lessons from its own policy tools and technological transformation to help address common regional concerns. "Through this opportunity, we hope to share the experience we've accumulated and offer innovative solutions to help address the challenges faced by the Asia APEC region." A key aspect of this year's approach is broader public engagement—particularly with younger generations. "APEC pursues inclusivity and sustainability, but these cannot be achieved without public participation We are also working to create platforms where young people can take the lead in discussing and sharing their visions for the Asia Pacific region. As part of this effort, MOFA recently held an open call for youth presenters for the public-private dialogue. We even welcomed 16 young people to join our property office as an intern." Last May, Korea's inclusive approach led to the launch of a Future Prosperity Fund—dedicated to youth entrepreneurship, digital skills training, and policy research. Korea committed one million U.S. dollars in seed funding. As the countdown to October 31st begins, Korea is stepping up outreach with a series of promotional initiatives—including youth-led video campaigns, exhibitions, cultural festivals, and regional media engagement. "With the active participation of the public at the K we will continue to highlight the unique charms of Korea and the host city of Gyeongju while also carrying out a variety of promotional activities that showcased APEC vision, the goals and values of the K APEC and the outcomes we hope to achieve. Through these efforts, we aim to create a more welcoming and participatory atmosphere leading up to a successful leaders' meeting." Sure, and all this buildup of anticipation is extremely important, especially in creating this kind of conducive atmosphere for cooperation. And well, we have great expectations for this K-APEC. Thank you so much for making time for us today, and see you in Gyeongju. Thank you.

S. Korea's economy bounces back with GDP rising 0.6% in Q2

2025/07/24 12:34

South Korea's real gross domestic product, a key indicator of the economy, grew by 0-point-6 percent on-quarter in the second quarter of the year. That's according to the Bank of Korea on Thursday, which said the figure is largely driven by the private sector, with exports and consumption playing a major role in supporting growth. Specifically private consumption rose 0-point-5 percent, while government spending increased 1-point-2 percent, with both domestic demand and net exports each contributing 0-point-3 percentage points. The bounce back came as GDP shrank by 0-point-2 percent in the first quarter compared to the last quarter of 2024. While the economy avoided consecutive contractions, investment remained sluggish, with construction and facility investment both down 1-point-5 percent.

Trump puts pressure on countries to open their markets amid tariff negotiations

2025/07/24 12:34

As countries scramble to strike trade deals with the Trump administration before the August 1st deadline, the U.S. leader raised pressure on trading partners, saying that the tariffs will be lowered only when a country opens its market. The White House also touted a deal made earlier with Japan. Lee Seung-jae starts us off. U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday pressed trading partners to open their markets, in order to avoid "much higher tariffs" from the U.S. The U.S. leader made the remarks in a social media post, stressing that Washington will "only lower tariffs if a country agrees to open its market," adding that those that fail to do so will be met with "much higher tariffs." Trump also said through such agreements, U.S. businesses "will boom." The latest remarks put pressure on South Korea and other countries to find ways to open their markets in exchange for the reduced tariff Trump unveiled in April. Seoul has been pushing to avoid the proposed 25 percent reciprocal tariffs, as well as sector-specific tariffs on steel, aluminum, and automobiles that would be a major blow to its export-reliant economy. Meanwhile, in touting the recent trade deal made with Japan, which lowers its tariff rate to 15 percent, U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the 500 billion U.S. dollar investment from Japan in exchange for the lowered rate will give the U.S. the ability to choose where it will be invested. In an example, Lutnick says if Trump decides to create more antibiotics in the U.S., Japan will fund the project, and give it to a U.S. business that will operate the project,.. while 90 percent of the profits will go to the American taxpayer, and 10 percent to Japan. The White House said Wednesday that the money could be used to invest in key industries. "And these funds will be spent at President Trump's discretion and direction into key industries such as energy, semiconductors, critical minerals, pharmaceuticals, and shipbuilding." The spokesperson said there are still many more countries that need to strike a deal with the U.S., adding that Washington has sent "25 letters to countries around the world." Lee Seung-jae, Arirang News.

S. Korea's new industry minister heads to U.S. for tariff talks

2025/07/23 23:36

The South Korean government is accelerating efforts to finalize a concrete trade agreement with the U.S. ahead of the looming August 1st tariff deadline. Joining Team Korea in the U.S. today was Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan who vowed utmost efforts for a successful trip. Park Jun-han reports. Newly appointed Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan departed for America on Wednesday for talks with the U.S. aimed at lowering the 25-percent "reciprocal tariffs" that are set to take effect on August 1st. When asked whether he had been notified of Japan's confirmed tariff deal, Kim said he was aware of it. He also told reporters that he is closely reviewing the terms of the U.S.-Japan deal and will spend his two-day U.S. trip primarily focusing on tariff negotiations with Washington. "I plan to meet intensively with the U.S. side over the next two days. I am also closely reviewing the progress of negotiations involving the U.S. and Japan. I will do my best to ensure a successful trip." On Friday, South Korea will hold a 2+2 high-level meeting with the U.S., led by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol and Trade Minister Yeo Han-koo , who left the country earlier. This is believed to be the last round of negotiations South Korea can realistically pursue, as the tariffs deadline is less than 10 days away. South Korea and Japan are both among the top 10 countries contributing to the United States' trade deficit. They also share common export commodities such as automobiles and steel. Given that Japan sealed the trade deal by cutting reciprocal tariffs by 10 percentage points and lowering automobile tariffs to 15%, a trade strategy expert claims that Japan's trade deal could serve as a benchmark for South Korea. "From South Korea's point of view, it's a good thing that Japan concluded the deal first — it gives us a target level to aim for in our own talks. However, I believe a more effective approach for South Korea would be to reduce tariffs on sector-specific items, especially in our key export industries." Regarding the trade delegation's visit to the U.S., a presidential spokesperson said Seoul is closely reviewing the details of the U.S.-Japan deal. With senior Korean officials currently in Washington, the government is making every effort to secure the most favorable outcome for the country's national interest. Park Jun-han, Arirang News.

[THE INTERVIEW] S. Korea to show 'K-Democracy is back' with APEC 2025 in 100 days

2025/07/23 23:35

With just 100 days left until South Korea hosts the annual economic meeting of leaders in the Asia Pacific, Arirang News sat down with a senior organizer to highlight the core focus agendas, and how preparations have continued throughout the months. Our Oh Soo-young brings us this report. South Korea is marking the revival of K-Democracy and setting the tone to inspire regional cooperation to "Connect, Innovate, and Prosper" amid mounting global complexity. Under the theme of Building a Sustainable Tomorrow, South Korea will host the annual meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Forum this October in the historic city of Gyeongju. Leaders from 21 member economies will tackle emerging challenges ranging from artificial intelligence and demographic shifts to sustainable and inclusive growth. "As this year's chair, the Republic of Korea has proposed cooperation on AI and addressing demographic changes as a key initiatives among many other global issues. We are working together with the member economists to adopt these initiatives as a standalone document alongside the Gyeongju Declaration at the leaders' meeting in late October." Q. South Korea is a far more prominent player than it was when it hosted APEC about 20 years ago. What's the significance of South Korea chairing this year's summit in 2025? "Over the years, Korea has filled trust and meaningful contributions in the international community. Building on that, at the APEC Economy Leaders' Meeting, which is returning to Korea after 20 years will serve as a great opportunity for us to show that we've restored our K-Democracy and that Korea is back on track after the political challenges we faced last year The emblem and the smile of Shilla not only reflect our warmth and hospitality and openness with Korea's commitment in fulfilling our role as a responsible member of the international community." Korea's chairship comes at a pivotal time, and showing the country is back on track in globl governance, after the martial law declaration last December compromised diplomacy at the highest level. Seoul is also positioning itself as a solutions partner --sharing lessons from its own policy tools and technological transformation to help address common regional concerns. "Through this opportunity, we hope to share the experience we've accumulated and offer innovative solutions to help address the challenges faced by the Asia APEC region." A key aspect of this year's approach is broader public engagement—particularly with younger generations. "APEC pursues inclusivity and sustainability, but these cannot be achieved without public participation We are also working to create platforms where young people can take the lead in discussing and sharing their visions for the Asia Pacific region. As part of this effort, MOFA recently held an open call for youth presenters for the public-private dialogue. We even welcomed 16 young people to join our property office as an intern." Last May, Korea's inclusive approach led to the launch of a Future Prosperity Fund—dedicated to youth entrepreneurship, digital skills training, and policy research. Korea committed one million U.S. dollars in seed funding. As the countdown to October 31st begins, Korea is stepping up outreach with a series of promotional initiatives—including youth-led video campaigns, exhibitions, cultural festivals, and regional media engagement. "With the active participation of the public at the K we will continue to highlight the unique charms of Korea and the host city of Gyeongju while also carrying out a variety of promotional activities that showcased APEC vision, the goals and values of the K APEC and the outcomes we hope to achieve. Through these efforts, we aim to create a more welcoming and participatory atmosphere leading up to a successful leaders' meeting." Sure, and all this buildup of anticipation is extremely important, especially in creating this kind of conducive atmosphere for cooperation. And well, we have great expectations for this K-APEC. Thank you so much for making time for us today, and see you in Gyeongju. Thank you.

G-Dragon appointed as ambassador for Gyeongju APEC Leaders' Meeting

2025/07/23 23:33

K-pop star G-Dragon has been appointed as the honorary ambassador for the 2025 Gyeongju APEC Leaders' Meeting. Prime Minister Kim Min-seok, the head of the meeting preparation committee, made the announcement on Wednesday via social media, calling G-Dragon "an artist that represents South Korea." He added that the singer has consistently shown passion and creativity through his artistic endeavors, such as recently transmitting music into space.

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2025/07/23 22:45

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[APEC LEADERS' MEETING D-100] How far have S. Korea's preparations come?

2025/07/23 22:44

Today, July 23rd, marks exactly 100 days until the 2025 APEC Leaders' Meeting gets underway in South Korea's Gyeongju City. How far have the country's preparations come to make it a successful one? Song Yoo-jin has our top story. Tens of thousands of people -delegates, including world leaders, CEOs, and journalists -will gather in the South Korean city of Gyeongju this fall for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, or APEC Leaders' Meeting. With 100 days to go, new Prime Minister Kim Min-seok, the head of the event's preparation committee, chaired a meeting on Wednesday to review preparations and progress. "Just as the 1988 Seoul Olympics changed Korea's global standing, this year's APEC carries even greater historic weight. It's a chance to reestablish Korea's place in the world after last year's political turmoil. We must aim for an unprecedented 'K-APEC' that exceeds expectations across diplomacy, venues, accommodations, programming, and service." Member states will discuss digital innovation and regional connectivity at the two-day Leaders' Meeting from October 31st to November 1st. Eyes are on who will attend in person, especially U.S. President Donald Trump, China's Xi Jinping, and Russia's Vladimir Putin. "From transport and logistics to medical services, all government agencies will work as one so that there are no gaps in the preparation. Specific programs will be finalized by August, infrastructure completed by September, and rehearsals conducted in October, so that we're fully ready by October 31st." And the APEC CEO Summit will bring together world leaders and prominent business figures for meaningful dialogue. "We're focusing on next-generation AI chips, digital transformation, and e-commerce. We plan to host 77 speakers, 17 heads of state, and 60 top-tier figures, over 19 hours of programming. It will be the longest CEO Summit in APEC history." Wednesday's meeting was broadcast live, part of the government's effort to ignite public interest. "We encourage you to visit Gyeongju, learn more about our history, and follow our APEC preparations. We'll open new dialogue and feedback channels with the public." This will be the first summit-level multilateral event held in South Korea under President Lee Jae Myung, which means it could serve as a test of his administration's diplomatic strategy. Song Yoo-jin, Arirang News.

[Weather] Stronger heat across the country, heat wave warnings nationwide

2025/07/23 22:42

The heat is getting stronger day by day. Heat wave warnings have been issued across the country except for some inland areas of Gangwon-do, and have been extended in Gyeonggi-do Province, Chungcheongnam-do Province, and most of the south. The daytime temperature in Seoul rose to 33 degrees Celsius, Gyeongsan 37 degrees, and the temperatures in most regions felt closer to 35 degrees. The temperatures will get higher throughout the week. The daytime temperature in Seoul will rise to 34 degrees tomorrow, and it will rise to 36 degrees on Friday and Saturday. Tomorrow morning, most areas will start off at around 25 degrees. Highs will move up to 35 degrees in Daejeon, 32 degrees in Busan and Jeju. The tropical nights will continue as it will not cool down even during the night. That's all for Korea. Here are the weather conditions around the world.