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- Seoul, Washington strike tariff deal, agree on $200 billion cash investment cap
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- AWS, 6 other global giants pledge $9 bn Korean investment as Trump, Lee address APEC CEO SummitMatt Garman, CEO of Amazon Web Services (AWS), gives a speech during the APEC CEO Summit at Gyeongju Art Center on Oct. 29, 2025 GYEONGJU – Seven global tech giants, including Amazon Web Services (AWS), on Wednesday unveiled a combined $9 billion investment plan in South Korea – one of the country’s largest foreign direct investment pledges in recent years.… Read more: AWS, 6 other global giants pledge $9 bn Korean investment as Trump, Lee address APEC CEO Summit
- Eight Kpop Demon Hunters OST tracks hold strong on US Billboard Hot 100 despite Taylor Swift’s chart-topping surgeA scene from the Netflix animated film Kpop Demon Hunters The music of Kpop Demon Hunters just won’t quit. Eight tracks from the original soundtrack of Netflix’s hit animated film have held their ground on the US Billboard Hot 100 for 16 consecutive weeks — an extraordinary run that continues even as Taylor Swift’s latest album takes the world by… Read more: Eight Kpop Demon Hunters OST tracks hold strong on US Billboard Hot 100 despite Taylor Swift’s chart-topping surge
- Hyundai Motor Chung, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince discuss cooperation beyond autosHyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung Euisun (center) and José Muñoz, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor Co., are briefed by HMMME Head Park Won-kyn on the progress of the new plant in Saudi Arabia (Courtesy of Hyundai Motor) Hyundai Motor Group, South Korea’s largest automaker, is setting its sights on next-generation energy ventures in Saudi Arabia, expanding its business… Read more: Hyundai Motor Chung, Saudi Arabia’s crown prince discuss cooperation beyond autos
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- Shirosky : HarvestI listened to Shirosky over the years, but have always enjoyed the jazz and hip-hop music she created. With this new EP, Harvest, I’m coming back after last listening to The Seed and La lecture. According to the album description, Harvest highlights changing seasons over the six songs. Starting with “Night Bloom,” Shirosky immediately sets up a deep bass rhythm… Read more: Shirosky : Harvest
- Uhm Jung Hwa, Code Kunst, TWICE Jeongyeon & Tzuyu, Seventeen Seungkwan, Loco, TXT Soobin, Yim Siwan, Car, the garden, KISS OF LIFE Natty & Belle Grace ELLE Korea’s November 2025Photo Credits: ELLE Korea Various ELLE Korea’s November 2025 issue, celebrating the magazine’s 33rd anniversary, honors warmth, connection, and the love shared with animals through its “Hello Little Love” cover project—an ensemble pictorial featuring some of Korea’s most luminous stars. This theme spotlights “Life with animals—an everyday, natural bond,” and marks the first time ELLE’s signature covers have combined renowned… Read more: Uhm Jung Hwa, Code Kunst, TWICE Jeongyeon & Tzuyu, Seventeen Seungkwan, Loco, TXT Soobin, Yim Siwan, Car, the garden, KISS OF LIFE Natty & Belle Grace ELLE Korea’s November 2025
- Lucky Courier is a Full Introduction to dusomOver a regular week, I preview, scan, or deep dive into around 30 or so singles, at least 10 to 20 EPs and full lengths. When I first heard dusom‘s music, I thought it was easygoing and mellow indie pop. But as I listen through the 10 songs on Lucky Courier and learning that this is her first full length,… Read more: Lucky Courier is a Full Introduction to dusom
- Huckleberryfinn Re-record and Re-release A Man Who Looks Like Me. An Album Reborn 24 Years After Its Original Release.Huckleberryfinn is a band with a history that goes back to 1998. My own experience with the band’s music was from 2007 to 2011. The band’s last studio full length was in 2022, but the band has remained active throughout the years with singles, OST songs, and 2023 live album set. While labels will go back and remaster or remake… Read more: Huckleberryfinn Re-record and Re-release A Man Who Looks Like Me. An Album Reborn 24 Years After Its Original Release.
- KONTRAJELLY : KonsequenceExactly a decade after their first album, KONTRAJELLY revamped their release with even more polyester, energy, and glitter. The band shared that “Konsequence” — riffing off their first album named “Sequence” — would be “tescorock,” a blend of techno, disco, and rock. What that means is they’re here to host a party where the dress code is neon nostalgia. The… Read more: KONTRAJELLY : Konsequence
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
- 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
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