South Korea's ruling Democratic Party of Korea has threatened to expel opposition lawmaker Rep. Lee Jin-sook for disparaging the Gwangju Democratic Uprising, submitting a resolution backed by all 161 of its lawmakers.

Starbucks' US headquarters has issued an official apology to the victims and families of the 1980 Gwangju Democratic Uprising, following a Starbucks Korea promotional event that was deemed to evoke memories of the military crackdown.

Starbucks in South Korea has withdrawn a tumbler promotion campaign after it drew criticism for its perceived insensitivity related to the May 18 Gwangju Uprising.

Starbucks Korea employees have formed a union after a "Tank Day" reusable cup promotion on the anniversary of the Gwangju uprising sparked widespread outrage.

Police in South Korea are investigating fake news posted online that mocked the 1980 Gwangju democracy uprising by falsely claiming it was orchestrated by North Korea.

The Gwangju democratic uprising, which occurred on May 18, 1980, is being remembered while facing a rise in misinformation despite existing laws.

A South Korean presidential deregulation official resigned following controversy over chants mocking the Gwangju Uprising. The incident has sparked a national debate on how to educate and prevent such disrespectful acts.

South Korea's Veterans Ministry announced plans to intensify efforts to screen and counter false information related to the May 18 Gwangju Uprising, following a recent marketing controversy involving Starbucks.

The drama 'A Petal', based on the Gwangju Uprising, is being re-released in Korean theaters in 4K resolution.