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Latest News from Korea

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  Hyundai, GM near to unveiling EV, pickup truck sharing planMarch 21, 2025
  General Motors Chair and Chief Executive Mary Barra (left) and Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chairman Chung Euisun sign a strategic alliance MOU (Courtesy of Hyundai Motor)  Hyundai Motor Co. and General Motors Co. are expected to announce a deal soon to share their cars in the market and supply chains about six months after they signed an agreement for their… Read more: Hyundai, GM near to unveiling EV, pickup truck sharing plan
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  Tesla supplier L&F to invest $10 mn in Mitra Chem for US LFP productionMarch 21, 2025
  (File photo downloaded from Mitra Chem’s website) L&F Co., a South Korean electric vehicle battery materials supplier to Tesla Inc., plans to invest $10 million in Mitra Chem, a US lithium-ion battery ingredients maker, to manufacture products in the country amid President Donald Trump’s “Made in America” push. L&F said on Thursday it decided to buy 1.3 million preferred shares… Read more: Tesla supplier L&F to invest $10 mn in Mitra Chem for US LFP production
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  MBK Special Situations relinquishes Korean investment advisory licenseMarch 21, 2025
  MBK Partners’ office in Seoul MBK Partners Special Situations (MBKP SS), which operates the Seoul-based private equity firm’s credit situations funds, has voluntarily relinquished its investment advisory license in the country. MBKP SS recently submitted its request to cancel its domestic advisory license to the Financial Services Commission (FSC). A separate legal entity from MBK Partners, MBKP SS employs a… Read more: MBK Special Situations relinquishes Korean investment advisory license
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  Shinhan REITs picked as sole bidder for BNK Digital TowerMarch 21, 2025
  BNK Digital Tower  Shinhan REITs Management is expected to acquire BNK Digital Tower, an office building in affluent Gangnam, southern Seoul, after offering about 457 billion won ($311.4 million). According to sources in the investment banking industry on Thursday, BNK Asset Management Co. has chosen the real estate investment firm wholly owned by Shihan Financial Group Co. as the preferred… Read more: Shinhan REITs picked as sole bidder for BNK Digital Tower
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  Korea eyes laws akin to US AMPC to offer subsidies for its battery makersMarch 21, 2025
  EV battery system platform Ultium, jointly developed by LG and GM South Korea, home to the world’s leading battery makers such as LG Energy Solution Ltd., SK On Co. and Samsung SDI Co., is seeking to enact laws to lay the legal groundwork for offering subsidies to its battery makers. According to industry sources on Thursday, lawmakers are working on… Read more: Korea eyes laws akin to US AMPC to offer subsidies for its battery makers

Latest Entertainment from Korea

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  CLOSE YOUR EYES: Dazed Korea’s April 2025 Supplement Issue RevealedMarch 21, 2025
  Photo Credits: Dazed Magazine UNCORE CLOSE YOUR EYES (클로즈 유어 아이즈), also known as CYE (클유아), is generating significant buzz in the K-pop industry as they approach their highly anticipated debut. This seven-member boy group, formed through JTBC’s survival show Project 7, is set to make their mark on the music scene on April 2, 2025, with the release of… Read more: CLOSE YOUR EYES: Dazed Korea’s April 2025 Supplement Issue Revealed
• Short Stuff 51 : MXNX SLXXP, ieun ieun, Chaeryim, Gogiminn, imDumberThanYou, Pictoria VarkMarch 21, 2025
  A nice set of new music highlighting a sample of genres along with previews of some potentially new classics Written by Chris P for Korean Indie.
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  KiiiKiii Shines on 10 Magazine USA Digital Cover: A Pre-Debut Fashion TriumphMarch 21, 2025
  Photo Credits: Starship Entertainment 10 Magaazine USA KiiiKiii, the highly anticipated new K-pop group under Genji Mi, has already made waves in the global fashion and music scenes before their official debut. The group, composed of members Jiyu, Isol, Sui, Haum, and Kiya, recently graced the digital cover of 10 Magazine USA‘s Issue 04, captivating audiences with their unique style and… Read more: KiiiKiii Shines on 10 Magazine USA Digital Cover: A Pre-Debut Fashion Triumph
• Asadal (아사달) : SHOW!March 20, 2025
  Asadal intro themselves with a high-energy single but then wander around without a clear direction for the listener Written by Chris P for Korean Indie.
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  BIBI Brings ‘EVE’ to New Zealand: Get Ready for a Night of Genre-Blending Music in Auckland This October 2025!March 19, 2025
  Photo Credits: Feel Ghood Music. Information Credit: Live Nation NZ South Korean sensation BIBI is set to captivate audiences in New Zealand as part of her highly anticipated 2025 world tour, titled “EVE.” This marks a significant milestone for the singer, rapper, songwriter, and actress, as it is her first-ever global outing since her debut in 2019. The tour, which… Read more: BIBI Brings ‘EVE’ to New Zealand: Get Ready for a Night of Genre-Blending Music in Auckland This October 2025!

Learn People & History of Korea

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  The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan CityFebruary 7, 2025
  Ancient 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
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  The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political DynamicsFebruary 6, 2025
  Introduction 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
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  The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and BeyondFebruary 5, 2025
  Ancient 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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  Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3January 30, 2025
  Introduction 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
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  Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune TellingJanuary 30, 2025
  Introduction 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