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- Lotte Group denies liquidity crisis rumors to calm bond holders
Lotte Chemical’s petrochemical complex in Yeosu, South Jeolla Province Lotte Group on Thursday denied liquidity crisis rumors sparked by Lotte Chemical Corp.’s struggle to meet bond redemption request after the South Korean petrochemical unit has widened losses over the past few years The retail-to-chemical conglomerate said in a press release it sits on 71.4 trillion won ($5.1 billion) in real… Read more: Lotte Group denies liquidity crisis rumors to calm bond holders - Hyundai Motor’s new CEO Munoz vows to actively respond to Trump policyJosé Muñoz, Hyundai Motor’s incoming CEO, unveils the automaker’s business strategy at LA Auto Show 2024 LOS ANGELES – José Muñoz, the incoming chief executive of South Korean top automaker Hyundai Motor Co., said on Thursday the company is ready to tackle potential risks associated with the new Trump administration, such as the likely elimination of EV subsidies and increased… Read more: Hyundai Motor’s new CEO Munoz vows to actively respond to Trump policy
- LG Group affiliates unveil value-up plansLG Group affiliates— LG Display Co., LG Innotek, LG Chem Ltd., and LG Energy Solution Ltd. —unveiled their ambitious growth strategies on Friday, focusing on profitability, strategic sector expansion, and increased shareholder returns. LG Display aims to return to profitability in 2024 by emphasizing high-end organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and implementing cost-cutting measures. The company plans to reduce its debt… Read more: LG Group affiliates unveil value-up plans
- Hyosung TNC mulls takeover of chemical affiliate’s specialty gas unitHyosung Chemical’s specialty gas division supplies gas for semiconductor manufacturing process (File image from Hyosung Chemical’s website) Hyosung TNC Corp., the world’s top spandex maker, is considering taking over the specialty gas business of its chemical affiliate, sending its share price to a near four-year low. Hyosung TNC said on Friday it has received a letter of intent for acquisition… Read more: Hyosung TNC mulls takeover of chemical affiliate’s specialty gas unit
- HiteJinro sees annual soju exports to Cambodia grows 31%HiteJinro Co., South Korea’s leading soju maker, resumed its Jinro EDM Festival at Cambodia’s Bon Om Tuk water festival after a four-year hiatus, aiming to strengthen its appeal among younger consumers. The three-day event, held from November 14 to 16 on Koh Pich Island in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, attracted 100,000 attendees, the company said on Friday. The… Read more: HiteJinro sees annual soju exports to Cambodia grows 31%
Latest Entertainment from Korea
- TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s Yeonjun Graces GQ Korea’s 2024 Men of the Year IssueK-pop sensation Yeonjun, a member of the popular boy group TOMORROW X TOGETHER (TXT), has been selected as one of GQ Korea’s Men of the Year for 2024. The talented idol is set to feature in a special pictorial for the magazine’s December 2024 issue, which celebrates the most influential men of the year. The news of Yeonjun’s inclusion in this… Read more: TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s Yeonjun Graces GQ Korea’s 2024 Men of the Year Issue
- Short Stuff 40 : Snake Chicken Soup, Pipe Lips, FauloCity, cloudkreme, THE FIX, E.HEH, JEONAINSnake Chicken Soup : KILL ME Snake Chicken Soup continues making noisy and imperfect rock music and every second is great. Instagram | YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube Music Pipe Lips : Himizu “HIMIZU” is a great introduction to this three-piece. Pipe Lips have a rock and roll base, but they’re adding different things to the music like garage rock, […] Written by Chris P… Read more: Short Stuff 40 : Snake Chicken Soup, Pipe Lips, FauloCity, cloudkreme, THE FIX, E.HEH, JEONAIN
- SEVENTEEN Brings Electrifying [RIGHT HERE] World Tour to Cinemas WorldwideK-pop sensation SEVENTEEN is set to deliver an unforgettable concert experience to fans across the globe with their upcoming live cinema broadcast of the ‘[RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN JAPAN’ On Saturday, December 14, 2024, fans in the United States and Canada will have the extraordinary opportunity to watch the group’s dynamic performance live from the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. What… Read more: SEVENTEEN Brings Electrifying [RIGHT HERE] World Tour to Cinemas Worldwide
- K-pop Legends 2NE1 Grace DAZED Korea’s December 2024 Cover, Marking Triumphant ComebackIconic K-pop girl group 2NE1 has made a stunning return to the spotlight, gracing the cover of DAZED Korea’s December 2024 issue. The quartet’s appearance on the magazine’s cover coincides with their highly anticipated comeback tour, thrilling fans worldwide and cementing their status as one of K-pop’s most influential acts. 2NE1, consisting of members CL, Bom, Dara, and Minzy, first… Read more: K-pop Legends 2NE1 Grace DAZED Korea’s December 2024 Cover, Marking Triumphant Comeback
- K-pop Stars Set to Shine at Coachella 2025: LISA, JENNIE, ENHYPEN, and XG to Take the StageIn an exciting announcement that has sent waves through the K-pop community, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has revealed its star-studded lineup for 2025, featuring some of the biggest names in K-pop. BLACKPINK’s LISA and JENNIE, along with boy group ENHYPEN and the rising international girl group XG, are set to grace the iconic festival stage, marking a… Read more: K-pop Stars Set to Shine at Coachella 2025: LISA, JENNIE, ENHYPEN, and XG to Take the Stage
Learn People & History of Korea
- A Journey Through Time: The History of Korean Art
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 - 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 – 1970sThis 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]
- Jeong CheolIntroduction to Jeong Cheol Jeong Cheol, a prominent figure in Korean history, emerged during the Joseon Dynasty, which lasted from 1392 to 1910. His life, spanning from 1536 to 1593, encapsulates an era rich in cultural and intellectual development. As a scholar, poet, and government official, Jeong Cheol’s influence was significant, embodying the complexities of Confucian philosophy and its application… Read more: Jeong Cheol
- From War to Miracles: The Evolution of South Korea Amidst Global StrugglesThe End of the Korean War: A Historical Overview The Korean War, which began in 1950, was a significant conflict that arose from the geopolitical tensions following World War II. The war pitted North Korea, backed by the Soviet Union and China, against South Korea, supported by the United States and other United Nations member states. The culmination of this… Read more: From War to Miracles: The Evolution of South Korea Amidst Global Struggles
- Lee HwangIntroduction to Lee Hwang Lee Hwang (퇴溪 李滉), regarded as one of Korea’s foremost Confucian scholars of the 16th century, made significant strides in the development of Confucian thought and education. Born in 1501, he emerged from a distinguished family in the region of Gyeonggi Province, an area where Confucianism was gaining prominence as a guiding ethical framework. His early… Read more: Lee Hwang
