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  부산시, 박형준 시장 북미·북극권 순방January 4, 2026
  박형준 시장이 4일부터 10일까지 4박 7일 일정으로 미국 3개 도시(앵커리지, 놈, 라스베이거스) 순방길에 오른다. 먼저, 박 시장은 현지시각 1월 5일부터 6일까지 알래스카주 앵커리지(Anchorage) 시와 놈(Nome) 시를 방문해 북미 북극권 거점인 알래스카와의 협력 네트워크 강화에 나선다. 박형준 부산시장 1월 5일 오전 앵커리지시청에서 부산시-앵커리지시 우호협력도시 협정 체결식이 열린다. 양 도시는 이번 협정을 계기로 항만·물류, 관광, 에너지자원, 인적교류 등 다양한 분야에서 실질적인 협력… Read more: 부산시, 박형준 시장 북미·북극권 순방
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  삼성바이오에피스, 안과질환 치료제 유럽 직접 판매 개시January 4, 2026
  삼성바이오에피스가 마케팅 파트너사 바이오젠(Biogen)으로부터 안과질환 치료제 ‘바이우비즈™(Byooviz)’의 유럽 상업화 권리를 반환받고, 유럽서 직접 판매를 개시한다고 4일 밝혔다. ‘바이우비즈’는 글로벌 제약사 제넨텍(Genentech)이 개발한 루센티스의 바이오시밀러로, 습성(신생혈관성) 연령유관 황반변성, 당뇨병성 황반부종 등 다양한 안과질환 치료제이며, 그동안 마케팅 파트너사인 바이오젠을 통해 유럽서 판매돼 왔다. 삼성바이오에피스 바이우비즈(Byooviz) 이번 직접 판매는 삼성바이오에피스가 지난해 10월 바이오젠으로부터 바이우비즈의 유럽 판권 반환 계획을 밝힌 후 진행된 건으로, 이에… Read more: 삼성바이오에피스, 안과질환 치료제 유럽 직접 판매 개시
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  롯데百, 신년맞이 아트 콘텐츠 ‘2026 MOVE!’ 선보여January 4, 2026
  롯데백화점이 다양한 아트 콘텐츠로 병오년(丙午年) 새해의 포문을 연다. 먼저 2026년 첫 비주얼 테마인 ‘2026 MOVE!’을 공개하고, 롯데백화점을 신년의 힘찬 기운으로 물들인다. 병오년을 상징하는 말이 지닌 역동적인 활력을 담아 새해 말처럼 힘차게 달려 나갈 롯데백화점의 진취적인 모습을 표현했다. 롯데백화점 2026년 새해 비주얼 ‘2026 MOVE!’  비주얼에는 이탈리아 출신의 세계적 그래픽 디자이너이자 아트 디렉터인 ‘마우로 부비코(Mauro Bubbico)’가 참여했다. 명확한 색채와 상징적인 캐릭터 표현을 바탕으로 독창적 디자인을 선보이는 작가다. ‘2026 MOVE!’ 비주얼은… Read more: 롯데百, 신년맞이 아트 콘텐츠 ‘2026 MOVE!’ 선보여
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  삼양그룹, 새해맞이 ‘2026년 삼양 뉴 데이 커넥트’ 개최January 4, 2026
  삼양그룹은 2일 판교 디스커버리센터에서 새해맞이 행사로 ‘2026년 삼양 뉴 데이 커넥트(Samyang New Day Connect)’를 개최했다고 밝혔다. 삼양 뉴 데이 커넥트는 삼양그룹이 지난해부터 시무식 대신 진행하는 행사다. 그룹의 전년도 성과와 올해 목표를 공유하고 임직원간 화합과 소통 강화를 위해 마련됐다. 2일 판교 디스커버리센터에서 열린 ‘2026년 삼양 뉴 데이 커넥트’에서 삼양홀딩스 김윤 회장이 임직원들에게 신년 메시지를 전하고 있다. 이날 행사는 △회장상 시상 △신임… Read more: 삼양그룹, 새해맞이 ‘2026년 삼양 뉴 데이 커넥트’ 개최
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  인천경제청, 특색있는 공원 조성… ‘문화관광 거점 키운다’January 4, 2026
  인천경제청은 송도와 영종·청라의 주요 관광지를 거점으로 특색있는 공원과 문화공간을 조성해 시민들의 정주여건을 개선하고, 체류형 관광도시 기반을 강화해 도시 경쟁력을 높이겠다고 밝혔다. 2003년 개청 이후 인천 송도·영종·청라 3개 지구에는 인천경제자유구역 1호 공원인 솔찬공원부터 달빛축제공원, 센트럴파크, 청라호수공원 등 220여개 녹색 쉼터가 조성됐다. 송도국제도시에는 1,729만9천㎡, 영종에는 251만9천㎡, 청라에는 145만7천㎡ 규모의 공원이 들어서 시민들의 휴식공간으로 자리 잡고 있다. 2003년 12월부터 2006년 1월까지 사업 시행한… Read more: 인천경제청, 특색있는 공원 조성… ‘문화관광 거점 키운다’

Latest Entertainment from Korea

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  i-dle’s Yuqi Redefines Global Glamour as the Face of Fenty Beauty, Merging K-Pop Charisma With Rihanna’s Fearless Vision of Modern BeautyJanuary 5, 2026
  Photo Credits: FENTY – CUBE Entertainment – When a pop icon meets a beauty powerhouse, the world pays attention. YUQI of i-dle—the magnetic vocalist, dancer, and all-around force of nature—has officially joined Fenty Beauty as its newest global brand ambassador. The partnership feels almost cinematic: Yuqi’s effortless confidence colliding with Fenty’s rebellious inclusivity. Together, they’re crafting a narrative that stretches… Read more: i-dle’s Yuqi Redefines Global Glamour as the Face of Fenty Beauty, Merging K-Pop Charisma With Rihanna’s Fearless Vision of Modern Beauty
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  Jungkook for Rolling Stone x Calvin Klein: Where Minimalist Steel Meets Pop Iconography in a Singular Calvin Klein-Inflected NarrativeJanuary 3, 2026
  Photo Credits: Rolling Stone Calvin Klein. BigHit Music Directing a single image into a movementIn December 2025, Jungkook of BTS anchors Rolling Stone’s first global cover project, a tri-country visual narrative that threads Korea, the UK, and Japan into a single, kinetic fashion moment. The project positions Jungkook not merely as a celebrity subject but as a cosmopolitan style interlocutor—someone… Read more: Jungkook for Rolling Stone x Calvin Klein: Where Minimalist Steel Meets Pop Iconography in a Singular Calvin Klein-Inflected Narrative
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  OHT x CUBE LIGHTSUM’s Cosmic Girls: Inside Chowon and Sangah’s High‑Fashion Concept Photos, Wet‑Look Beauty, and Shoppable JewelryJanuary 3, 2026
  Photo Credits: OHT CUBE Entertainment OHT x CUBE LIGHTSUM’s latest concept photos of Chowon and Sangah reframe idol imagery as high-gloss futurism, using jewelry as both talisman and technology. The visuals feel like a preview of a next‑gen girl group era where accessories carry as much narrative weight as the music itself.​ Cosmic jewelry, coded identity The collaboration positions OHT’s… Read more: OHT x CUBE LIGHTSUM’s Cosmic Girls: Inside Chowon and Sangah’s High‑Fashion Concept Photos, Wet‑Look Beauty, and Shoppable Jewelry
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  DKZ 2026 Season’s Greetings: Memory Unfolds in a Solo Concept Photo—Milestones, Creative Direction, and a Fresh Chapter for the GroupJanuary 2, 2026
  Photo Credits: Dongyo Entertainment DKZ returns with a magnetic leap into 2026, presenting Season’s Greetings through a solitary lens: Memory. This concept photo—shot and styled to feel intimate yet expansive—places a spotlight on a pivotal shift in creative direction, while quietly marking the group’s evolving milestones. It’s a magazine-cover moment crafted for a digital publication, optimized for scroll-friendly reading and… Read more: DKZ 2026 Season’s Greetings: Memory Unfolds in a Solo Concept Photo—Milestones, Creative Direction, and a Fresh Chapter for the Group
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  Mingyu in Dior’s Dreamscapes: A January 2026 Esquire Hong Kong X Dior Pictorial for a New Era of Shadow-Luxe CoutureJanuary 2, 2026
  Photo Credits: Esquire Hong Kong Dior Pledis Entertainment Editorial feature Opening mood and framingIn a moment when fashion shoots are less about mere dressing and more about cinematic mood, Mingyu steps into a Dior reverie curated by Esquire Hong Kong for the January 2026 issue. The pages unfurl like a couture storyboard: opulence tempered by restraint, a study in sculptural… Read more: Mingyu in Dior’s Dreamscapes: A January 2026 Esquire Hong Kong X Dior Pictorial for a New Era of Shadow-Luxe Couture

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