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Latest News from Korea
- Samsung Electronics reinforces control tower with 1st leadership change in 8 years
Park Hak Kyu heads the Devices Solutions’ corporate management office at Samsung Electronics Samsung Electronics Co. has replaced the chief of its internal control tower for the first time in eight years, upgrading its Business Support Task Force into a formal division — the Business Support Office — in a move expected to accelerate Chairman Jay Y. Lee’s “New Samsung”… Read more: Samsung Electronics reinforces control tower with 1st leadership change in 8 years - Under pressure, won slides to 7-month low rattled by foreign stock selling spreeThe won falls to a seven-month low versus the dollar on heavy foreign stock selling on the Kospi market due to US-related risk aversion on Nov. 7, 2025 The Korean currency tumbled past 1,450 won to the dollar on Friday as renewed risk aversion triggered by signs of a slowdown in the US jobs market compounded concerns over Korea’s $350… Read more: Under pressure, won slides to 7-month low rattled by foreign stock selling spree
- GM Korea to close company-run service centers amid US tariff pressureVehicles bound for the US are being shipped out from GM Korea’s Bupyeong plant in Incheon (Courtesy of Yonhap) GM Korea will shut down all of its company-operated service centers in South Korea by February 2026, according to people familiar with the matter on Friday, as it braces for a hit to profit margins from US tariff hikes amid sluggish… Read more: GM Korea to close company-run service centers amid US tariff pressure
- Global funds pare back Korean holdings as Kospi enters uncharted territoryKospi opened below 4,000 on Friday (Courtesy of Yonhap) Global investment firms have pared back holdings in top-performing Korean stocks, including APR Co. and Korea Aerospace Industries Ltd., after their share prices have more than doubled this year, driving the benchmark Kospi index up more than 50% year-to-date. Morgan Stanley cut its stake in APR Co., a fast-growing cosmetics company,… Read more: Global funds pare back Korean holdings as Kospi enters uncharted territory
- EQT Partners acquires Korea’s leading ERP player Douzone Bizon for $905 millionKorea’s leading enterprise resource planning (ERP) software developer Douzone Bizon Sweden’s EQT Partners, one of Europe’s largest private equity firms, has agreed to acquire a controlling stake in Douzone Bizon Co., South Korea’s leading homegrown enterprise software firm and the country’s No. 2 player in the enterprise resource planning (ERP) market, for 1.32 trillion won ($905 million). The deal marks… Read more: EQT Partners acquires Korea’s leading ERP player Douzone Bizon for $905 million
Latest Entertainment from Korea
- Short Stuff 76 : Tova Oh, Cat Psalm, eJe, cloudkreme, SIWOO, siso, Bakjiji,Tova Oh, Cat Psalm : Would You Tova Oh (formerly UZA) and Cat Psalm collaborate again with a mellow electronic pop track. It borders on a ballad and highlights both Tova Oh’s warm vocals and the instrumentals are perfection. Tova Oh Instagram | Bandcamp | Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube Music Cat Psalm Instagram | Bandcamp | Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube Music eJe : A… Read more: Short Stuff 76 : Tova Oh, Cat Psalm, eJe, cloudkreme, SIWOO, siso, Bakjiji,
- NKO : SCENE 1 (Re-recorded 2025)I wouldn’t have heard of NKO if they didn’t email the site. SCENE 1 is a “rearranged and re-recorded” album from NKO’s debut full length. SCENE 1 is described as a “cinematic-leaning rock music foundation.” And the entire album was composed, produced, and arranged by NKO with mastering outsourced. This means the album can go in a few different directions.… Read more: NKO : SCENE 1 (Re-recorded 2025)
- ITZY Radiates Futuristic Femininity in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x TASAKI November 2025 Digital Cover & Pictorial Fashion FeaturePhoto Credits: Harper’s BAZAAR Korea TASAKI JYP Entertainment The November 2025 digital cover and pictorial of ITZY for Harper’s BAZAAR Korea, crafted in collaboration with TASAKI, presents a captivating fusion of high fashion and jewelry artistry, highlighting the group’s evolving style and the brand’s elegant aesthetic. The shoot, which took place amidst a sleek, modern set, features ITZY’s members radiating… Read more: ITZY Radiates Futuristic Femininity in Harper’s BAZAAR Korea x TASAKI November 2025 Digital Cover & Pictorial Fashion Feature
- CEIGHT : SEE THE EIGHTThe last time I listened to CEIGHT was a now-unlisted Spotify single, “ONE SHOT.” I didn’t like the single because the overall sound came across as muted. Now the band has a full length called SEE THE EIGHT. From the start with the “INTRO,” it sounds ike the production has greatly improved. And while I still don’t like introduction songs,… Read more: CEIGHT : SEE THE EIGHT
- Chungha Shines in Vogue Korea x Glenfiddich November 2025: Bold Fashion Statements and Iconic Styling Define a New Era of K-Pop GlamourPhoto Credits: Vogue Korea Glenfiddich MORE VISION. Message: Please Drink Responsibly Chungha’s Vogue Korea x Glenfiddich pictorial for the November 2025 issue marries luxury with unapologetic individualism, capturing the singer’s evolution as a fashion icon and her celebrated return to high-profile editorial work. Shot by acclaimed photography duo Sean and Seng, the shoot is styled by Kihoh Sohn, with hair… Read more: Chungha Shines in Vogue Korea x Glenfiddich November 2025: Bold Fashion Statements and Iconic Styling Define a New Era of K-Pop Glamour
Learn People & History of Korea
- The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan CityAncient Beginnings: The Founding of Busan Busan, known as the second largest metropolitan city in South Korea, has a rich history that dates back to ancient times. The earliest recorded existence of Busan can be traced to the Goryeo Dynasty, where it was referenced as a vital coastal settlement. Its strategic location along the southeastern coast of the Korean Peninsula… Read more: The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan City
- 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
- Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3Introduction to Korean Traditional Games Korean traditional games have long been an integral part of the country’s cultural landscape, offering more than mere entertainment. These games, which range from simple children’s pastimes to complex community activities, hold significant cultural significance and often serve as a means of preserving history and promoting social interaction. Rooted in centuries of tradition, these games… Read more: Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3
- 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
