K-pop Sensation BABYMONSTER Announces Groundbreaking First US Tour

Latest News from Korea

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  Korea’s President impeached over martial law; political turmoil to easeDecember 14, 2024
  National Assembly Speaker Woo Won-shik announces the parliament has voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol on Dec. 14, 2024 (Photo by Eun-Koo Kang) South Korea’s parliament voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol on Saturday over his stunning martial law decree, suspending him from office, in a move to ease political turmoil and stabilize financial markets in Asia’s fourth-largest… Read more: Korea’s President impeached over martial law; political turmoil to ease
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  South Korea’s sovereign credit rating stable: S&P, Moody’s, FitchDecember 13, 2024
  Finance Minister Choi Sang-mok (left) holds a virtual meeting with executives of S&P, Moody’s and Fitch to disucss Korea’s sovereign ratings following the botched martial law declaration South Korea’s sovereign ratings remain stable despite the political turmoil caused by the short-lived martial law declaration of President Yoon Suk Yeol, senior executives of three global ratings agencies said. Moody’s Ratings, Fitch… Read more: South Korea’s sovereign credit rating stable: S&P, Moody’s, Fitch
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  Google unveils Android XR platform to launch first on Samsung headsetDecember 13, 2024
  A headset running on Android XR being developed by Samsung Electronics (Courtesy of Samsung) SILICON VALLEY/SEOUL — Global tech giant Google LLC on Thursday introduced a new operating system for eXtended reality (XR) devices to be installed in a headset the world’s top memory chip and smartphone maker Samsung Electronics Co. plans to launch next year to take on bigger… Read more: Google unveils Android XR platform to launch first on Samsung headset
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  Celltrion to allot cash, stock dividend at onceDecember 13, 2024
  South Korea’s biosimilar maker Celltrion Inc. on Friday announced a plan to allot cash and stock dividends simultaneously.  The company will pay a cash dividend of 750 won ($0.5) per common share and a stock dividend of 0.05 won. The total cash dividend amount is 153.7 billion won, and the total number of dividend shares is 12.5 million. Celltrion’s dividends… Read more: Celltrion to allot cash, stock dividend at once
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  SK Telecom invests $3 mn in AI-based video analysis startup Twelve LabsDecember 13, 2024
  Twelve Labs, a South Korean generative AI startup South Korea’s top mobile carrier SK Telecom Co. said on Friday it will invest $3 million in Twelve Labs Inc., a Korean AI-powered video analysis startup, to use the startup’s technology in its AI agent services. Established in San Francisco in 2021, Twelve Labs develops AI-based multimodal video understanding and search technologies.… Read more: SK Telecom invests $3 mn in AI-based video analysis startup Twelve Labs

Latest Entertainment from Korea

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  K-pop Sensation BABYMONSTER Announces Groundbreaking First US TourDecember 14, 2024
  YG Entertainment’s rising girl group BABYMONSTER is set to make history with their first international tour, “Hello Monsters”, bringing their electrifying performances to North American fans in 2025. The tour, which kicks off in Seoul on January 25th, will feature two highly anticipated US stops: the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ on February 28th, and the iconic Kia Forum in… Read more: K-pop Sensation BABYMONSTER Announces Groundbreaking First US Tour
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  Festive Fashion Alert: ATEEZ’s Mingi Announced as Calvin Klein’s Holiday Ambassador!December 14, 2024
  ATEEZ’s Mingi has officially been announced as the newest face of Calvin Klein’s Holiday 2024 collection, sending waves of excitement through the K-pop community, especially among young fans. This partnership marks a significant milestone for both Mingi and the brand, as it represents the first-ever brand campaign featuring a member of ATEEZ. Mingi, known for his captivating visuals and powerful… Read more: Festive Fashion Alert: ATEEZ’s Mingi Announced as Calvin Klein’s Holiday Ambassador!
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  NCT’s Mark Set to Release Highly Anticipated Single “Fraktsiya” Featuring Lee Young-jiDecember 14, 2024
  K-pop fans, get ready for an electrifying collaboration as NCT’s Mark gears up to drop his latest single “프락치 (Fraktsiya)” featuring the talented rapper Lee Young-ji. The track is scheduled for release on December 16, 2024, at 6 PM KST, and anticipation is building among fans worldwide. Mark, known for his versatility as a rapper, singer, and dancer, has been… Read more: NCT’s Mark Set to Release Highly Anticipated Single “Fraktsiya” Featuring Lee Young-ji
• Best of 2024 Reader’s Pick Nominations Open Until December 20, 2024December 13, 2024
  Nominations for Best of 2024 Reader’s Pick are live for a week Written by Chris P for Korean Indie.
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  Rising K-pop Star Youha Set to Dazzle with “Diamond Star, I’M COMING” ComebackDecember 12, 2024
  Excitement is building in the K-pop world as soloist Youha prepares to make her highly anticipated return with “Diamond Star, I’M COMING.” The singer-songwriter has released a series of captivating teaser images, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come in her latest musical endeavor. A Stellar Ascent Youha, whose real name is Yu Ha-jin, first caught the attention of… Read more: Rising K-pop Star Youha Set to Dazzle with “Diamond Star, I’M COMING” Comeback

Learn People & History of Korea

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  The Rise and Fall of Martial Law and Dictatorships in Korea: A Tale of People’s PowerDecember 5, 2024
  Introduction to Martial Law in Korea Martial law is a legal framework that enables the government to assume control and maintain order in times of crisis or emergency. It typically involves the suspension of ordinary law and the imposition of military authority over civilian governance. In Korea, the imposition of martial law has been a significant historical phenomenon, especially during… Read more: The Rise and Fall of Martial Law and Dictatorships in Korea: A Tale of People’s Power
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  The Evolution of Korean Democracy: A Journey Through Suppression and ResistanceDecember 3, 2024
  Ancient Foundations of Korean Governance The early governance systems of Korea can be traced back to ancient states such as Gojoseon and the subsequent Three Kingdoms period, which laid a significant foundation for Korean democracy. Gojoseon, established around 2333 BCE, is recognized as the first Korean kingdom. Its political structure was characterized by a centralized governance system governed by a… Read more: The Evolution of Korean Democracy: A Journey Through Suppression and Resistance
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  The Influence of China and Japan in Modern Korean HistoryNovember 26, 2024
  Introduction The Korean Peninsula, situated at the northeastern edge of the Asian continent, has historically occupied a pivotal geographic position in East Asia. Bordered by China to the northwest and Japan to the east, Korea has long been a crossroads of cultural and political exchanges. This unique location has contributed to the complex interplay of influences it has experienced from… Read more: The Influence of China and Japan in Modern Korean History
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  A Journey Through Time: The History of Korean ArtOctober 13, 2024
  Introduction to Korean Art Korean art, a vital reflection of the nation’s rich heritage and cultural evolution, holds a unique place within the broader tapestry of East Asian art forms. Distinguished by its innovative spirit and aesthetic principles, Korean art dates back thousands of years, offering insights into the historical context and socio-political dynamics of the region. As both a… Read more: A Journey Through Time: The History of Korean Art
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  A South Korean soldier forcibly cuts a young man’s hair in front of others during a nationwide crackdown on men with long hair and women wearing short skirts in South Korea – 1970sOctober 12, 2024
  This was during the Fourth Republic of South Korea. The President Park Chung-hee was declared dictator of South Korea for 18 years until he was assassinated and replaced in a coup-de-etat for about 3 years. I’ll post some links about it: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fourth_Republic_of_Korea https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Park_Chung-hee https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assassination_of_Park_Chung-hee submitted by /u/goodhot0006 [link] [comments]