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- US, S.Korea wrap up high-level tariff talks; test of political will in Trump, Lee’s hands
South Korea’s Presidential Policy Chief Kim Yong-beom (center) and Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan (right) leave the Commerce Department building after their meeting with Secretary Howard Lutnick on Oct. 22, 2025 With the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Gyeongju just days away, South Korea and the US have effectively concluded their final round of face-to-face trade and tariff negotiations, leaving… Read more: US, S.Korea wrap up high-level tariff talks; test of political will in Trump, Lee’s hands - BTS ‘Movie Weeks’ heats up global box office, drawing 940,000 viewers worldwideOfficial poster for BTS Movie Weeks, the global concert film event that drew nearly one million viewers worldwide. (Courtesy of BigHit Music) BTS has once again proved their global power at the box office, drawing nearly one million fans to theaters around the world through BTS Movie Weeks, a special cinematic project that brought the group’s most iconic live performances… Read more: BTS ‘Movie Weeks’ heats up global box office, drawing 940,000 viewers worldwide
- S.Korea’s trade chiefs head back to US for talks with Lutnick, skip overnight staySouth Korea’s Chief Presidential Policy Officer Kim Yong-beom (second from right) and Trade Minister Kim Jung-kwan (third from right) depart to Washington, D.C. on Oct. 22 South Korea’s top trade negotiators headed back to Washington, D.C. on Wednesday for the final phase of tariff negotiations with US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick ahead of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in… Read more: S.Korea’s trade chiefs head back to US for talks with Lutnick, skip overnight stay
- Art without borders: How Japan and Korea are building understanding through creativityMami Kataoka, director of the Mori Art Museum and chair of Roppongi Art Night’s executive committee Under the neon canopy of Tokyo’s Roppongi Hills Arena, a crowd gathered late into the night, drawn by a sense of discovery. Some came to see Kim Ayoung’s video installation – a Korean contemporary artist reshaping fine art through digital language. Others were drawn… Read more: Art without borders: How Japan and Korea are building understanding through creativity
- Korea’s Kospi swings from most heavily sold to market darling; Samsung, SK Hynix lead bull chargeThe Kospi closed up 1.56% at a fresh record high of 3,883.68 on Wednesday. The tech-heavy Kosdaq finished up 0.76% at 879.15. Foreign investors are flooding back into Korean equities, turning the country from one of the most heavily sold markets earlier this year into the most actively bought since September. A world-leading rally in the benchmark Kospi index and… Read more: Korea’s Kospi swings from most heavily sold to market darling; Samsung, SK Hynix lead bull charge
Latest Entertainment from Korea
- Cultgazer : PrototyeCultgazer’s first EP contains five songs, two previously released singles and three new tracks. The combination of shoegaze, dream pop, and rock is tense and addictive. Prototye is familiar but also something new. The band already has a signature sound that lifts them out of the fog among other bands. “Birdcage” is a generally standard shoegaze track. The dual male… Read more: Cultgazer : Prototye
- KiiiKiii Sui & Haum – ESQUIRE Korea x LMC. (November 2025 Issue Pictorial Preview) A Bold Fusion of Streetwear and Contemporary ElegancePhoto Credits: ESQUIRE Korea. LMC. Starship Entertainment In the much-anticipated November 2025 issue of ESQUIRE Korea, the rising K-pop duo KiiiKiii’s Sui and Haum take center stage in a collaborative pictorial with the iconic streetwear brand LMC. This shoot marks a vivid exploration of contemporary masculinity, blending avant-garde street fashion with classic tailoring, reflecting both the duo’s rebellious energy and… Read more: KiiiKiii Sui & Haum – ESQUIRE Korea x LMC. (November 2025 Issue Pictorial Preview) A Bold Fusion of Streetwear and Contemporary Elegance
- The Cracker : HeavenI received an email from The Cracker about their upcoming full length. A “one-man psychedelic rock project,” Heaven is an impressive 11 songs. There are a lot of opportunities to present a different sound and style from recent releases here. “Summer Junky” sounds more like a lo-fi rock song with a psychedelic influence. It’s a mellow start and gets your… Read more: The Cracker : Heaven
- GQ Korea November 2025: ILLIT’s Yunah Redefines Chic Minimalism in Her Most Elegant Pictorial YetPhoto Credits: GQ Korea Belift Lab ILLIT’s 21-year-old member Yunah claims her spot as fashion’s new sweetheart in GQ Korea’s November 2025 issue—a bold solo feature that proves her growing reputation extends far beyond the world of K-pop. The pictorial unveils a mature, almost cinematic transformation that merges high fashion composure with the soft, introspective energy Yunah is known for. The… Read more: GQ Korea November 2025: ILLIT’s Yunah Redefines Chic Minimalism in Her Most Elegant Pictorial Yet
- Wonho’s SYNDROME: A Captivating Fusion of Dark Elegance and Emotional Complexity in His First Full Album Concept PhotoshootPhoto Credits: Highline Entertainment Wonho’s first full album “SYNDROME” concept photo shoot exudes a striking blend of mature, enigmatic, and dynamic aesthetics that perfectly complement the themes of his musical project. Official concept photos released by Highline Entertainment showcase Wonho in various looks that reflect the album’s dark, sophisticated, and sensual vibe. The visual narrative hints at exploring emotional complexities… Read more: Wonho’s SYNDROME: A Captivating Fusion of Dark Elegance and Emotional Complexity in His First Full Album Concept Photoshoot
Learn People & History of Korea
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- The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political DynamicsIntroduction to Pyongyang Pyongyang, the capital city of North Korea, serves as a prominent symbol of the nation’s history and culture. Geographically located on the banks of the Taedong River, in the southwest part of the country, Pyongyang is situated within a strategic area that has historically facilitated trade and cultural exchange. The city’s origins can be traced back to… Read more: The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political Dynamics
- The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and BeyondAncient Beginnings: The Founding of Seoul The city of Seoul, known today as the vibrant capital of South Korea, has ancient roots that trace back to the Three Kingdoms period of Korea, specifically the kingdoms of Baekje and Silla. Evidence suggests that Seoul was originally established as a settlement given its strategic geographical advantages. Nestled within the Han River basin,… Read more: The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and Beyond
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- Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune TellingIntroduction to Saju Saju, a traditional Korean fortune-telling practice, is an intricate art that seeks to interpret an individual’s fate based on their birth date and time. The term “Saju” translates to “four pillars” in English, referring to the four critical components derived from these time markers: year, month, day, and hour. This method holds significant cultural value within South… Read more: Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune Telling
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