Saenuri Party

S. Korea opposition stage parliament sit-in over probe of ferry tragedy

The Ferry tragedy, blamed by many on regulatory failings and official incompetence, plunged South Korea into deep mourning and soul-searching.

S Koreans go to vote under North's rocket threat

Voters have by and large ignored an impending rocket launch by North Korea scheduled for this week, and the major issues at stake are rising prices, allegations of sleaze in government and growing discontent over the power of big business.