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- Microsoft’s quantum computing bet sparks controversy, againMicrosoft’s Majorana 1 chip (Courtesy of MS) In 2021, Microsoft Corp. faced a significant scientific embarrassment when a landmark paper it had sponsored was retracted. Published in the US science magazine Nature in 2018, the paper claimed the first discovery of Majorana fermions – a theoretical particle essential for topological quantum computing. However, mounting criticism from the global physics community… Read more: Microsoft’s quantum computing bet sparks controversy, again
- SK Innovation E&S to secure 10 mn tons of LNG to compete with BP, ShellSKi E&S is Korea’s largest city gas supplier SK Innovation E&S (SKI E&S), the natural gas business unit of South Korea’s SK Innovation Co., is set to begin an LNG trading business on a full scale by securing 10 million tons of natural gas annually from the Barossa gas field off Australia. During a recent tour of the Barossa gas… Read more: SK Innovation E&S to secure 10 mn tons of LNG to compete with BP, Shell
- J-R AMC, BlueCove bid for $70 million sale of Mirae Asset, NPS’ Shilla StayShilla Stay Dongtan-hotel The sale of Shilla Stay Dongtan, a premium business hotel operated by South Korea’s Hotel Shilla Co., has attracted four bidders, underscoring the property’s strong demand despite its location outside of Seoul’s prime districts. According to investment banking industry sources on Sunday, the four potential buyers are J-R AMC Co., more commonly known as JR Asset Management;… Read more: J-R AMC, BlueCove bid for $70 million sale of Mirae Asset, NPS’ Shilla Stay
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- NCT’s Mark Stuns in Polo Ralph Lauren for Arena Homme+ Korea’s March 2025 IssueK-pop sensation Mark Lee of NCT is set to grace the cover of Arena Homme+ Korea’s March 2025 issue, showcasing a stunning collaboration with iconic fashion brand Polo Ralph Lauren. The highly anticipated pictorial, scheduled for release on February 21, 2025, features the talented idol in a 14-page spread that includes an exclusive interview. Fans and fashion enthusiasts alike are… Read more: NCT’s Mark Stuns in Polo Ralph Lauren for Arena Homme+ Korea’s March 2025 Issue
- Vogue Korea Features TWICE’s Chaeyoung: Empowering Women Through Fashion & ArtistryTWICE’s Chaeyoung has made a stunning appearance in the March 2025 issue of Vogue Korea, titled “Woman and Work,” where she collaborates with Saint Laurent. This edition celebrates influential women across various industries, including K-pop, fashion, and sports. Chaeyoung’s feature is part of a broader lineup that includes Krystal, TWICE’s Sana, (G)I-DLE’s Minnie, and IVE’s Wonyoung. In her pictorial for… Read more: Vogue Korea Features TWICE’s Chaeyoung: Empowering Women Through Fashion & Artistry
- K-Pop Sensation Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Vogue Korea’s March 2025 Issue with Tommy JeansIn a dazzling collaboration that’s set to captivate fashion enthusiasts and K-pop fans alike, IVE’s Jang Wonyoung has graced the cover of Vogue Korea’s March 2025 issue, showcasing the latest Tommy Jeans collection. The young starlet’s appearance marks a significant milestone as she joins 22 other inspiring women for the magazine’s special feature, “Vogue Leaders: 2025 Woman and Work”. Wonyoung,… Read more: K-Pop Sensation Jang Wonyoung Stuns in Vogue Korea’s March 2025 Issue with Tommy Jeans
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Learn People & History of Korea
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- 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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