Hyeri of Girl’s Day Talks Self-Belief in GQ Korea Sports Feature – Fan Tour Dates & NYC Adventures Revealed

Latest News from Korea

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  Meritz backs half of ex-manager’s $210 mn hedge fundApril 23, 2025
  Roh Youngjin, founder and CEO of DeltaFlex Capital (Screenshot captured from the company website) Meritz Financial Group Inc., one of South Korea’s most aggressive alternative asset managers, has committed 150 billion won ($105 million) to DeltaFlex Capital Management Pte., a hedge fund launched by a former executive renowned for principal investing, according to investment banking sources on Wednesday. Meritz Securities… Read more: Meritz backs half of ex-manager’s $210 mn hedge fund
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  Trump’s Tariffs Are Hitting Exports, Early Korean Data ShowApril 23, 2025
  Exports from Asia’s fourth-largest economy fell 5.2% from a year earlier in the first 20 days of April. Photo: anthony wallace/Agence France-Presse/Getty Images The effects of President Trump’s new tariffs are starting to be felt across the world, preliminary South Korean trade data suggest, as Seoul prepares to begin negotiations with Washington. Exports from Asia’s fourth-largest economy fell 5.2% from… Read more: Trump’s Tariffs Are Hitting Exports, Early Korean Data Show
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  POSCO Future M to make spherical graphite as it cuts dependence on ChinaApril 23, 2025
  POSCO Future M’s battery materials plant in Korea POSCO Future M Co., South Korea’s leading battery materials maker, is set to manufacture spherical graphite – a critical material for battery anodes – in a strategic pivot to reduce its dependence on Chinese suppliers and fortify its electric vehicle battery supply chain. After a board meeting on Tuesday, the affiliate of… Read more: POSCO Future M to make spherical graphite as it cuts dependence on China
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  China bans exports of Korean goods using rare earth metals to USApril 22, 2025
  Busan port (Courtesy of News1 Korea)  The Chinese government has warned South Korean companies of retributions for exporting any product containing its critical metals to US military contractors, a move expected to take a toll on the export-reliant Korean economy. According to sources in the Korean transformer industry on Tuesday, the country’s at least two transformer manufacturers have received official… Read more: China bans exports of Korean goods using rare earth metals to US
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  Activist Oasis boosts Korea team amid investor-friendly policy shiftApril 22, 2025
  (Courtesy of Getty Images) Hong Kong-based activist fund Oasis Management is ramping up hiring for its Korea team as Seoul’s push to boost corporate value and strengthen minority investors’ rights paves the way for shareholder activism. The new Korea-focused hires follow last year’s addition of a junior analyst dedicated to the South Korean market, according to investment banking sources on… Read more: Activist Oasis boosts Korea team amid investor-friendly policy shift

Latest Entertainment from Korea

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  TWS Graces GQ Korea’s May 2025 Cover: Pictorial Highlights and Latest Comeback Updates on the Rising K-Pop StarsApril 23, 2025
  Photo Credits: GQ Korea. Pledis Entertainment Fresh off their third mini-album TRY WITH US, K-pop’s breakout boy group TWS continues to captivate fans with a new GQ Korea pictorial for the May 2025 issue. The photoshoot, shared widely on Reddit and social media, showcases the six-member act in a sleek, fashion-forward aesthetic, marking another milestone in their rapidly ascending career. The… Read more: TWS Graces GQ Korea’s May 2025 Cover: Pictorial Highlights and Latest Comeback Updates on the Rising K-Pop Stars
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  Hyeri of Girl’s Day Talks Self-Belief in GQ Korea Sports Feature – Fan Tour Dates & NYC Adventures RevealedApril 23, 2025
  Photo Credits: GQ Korea DreamT Entertainment Girl’s Day’s Hyeri graces the pages of GQ Korea Sports’ May 2025 issue, radiating confidence in a vibrant pictorial that captures her signature blend of playfulness and poise. Reflecting on her approach to life, Hyeri shared, “It’s all about believing in yourself. This belief, known as self-efficacy, certainly improves after you go for a run,”… Read more: Hyeri of Girl’s Day Talks Self-Belief in GQ Korea Sports Feature – Fan Tour Dates & NYC Adventures Revealed
• summersnow, baek sungjun : anachronisticApril 23, 2025
  summersnow and baek sungjun present an electronic track that’s split into vocal and vocal-less versions to show how each track works Written by Chris P for Korean Indie.
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  EXO’s Kai Stuns in W Korea x Hublot Pictorial While Teasing EXO Medleys on Upcoming Solo TourApril 22, 2025
  Photo Credits: SM Entertainment. W Korea. Hublot EXO’s Kai continues to dominate both the fashion and music worlds, gracing the May 2025 issue of W Korea in a striking collaboration with luxury watchmaker Hublot. The pictorial captures Kai’s signature charisma, blending high-fashion aesthetics with his magnetic stage presence. While details about the shoot remain under wraps, fans have praised the visuals, which… Read more: EXO’s Kai Stuns in W Korea x Hublot Pictorial While Teasing EXO Medleys on Upcoming Solo Tour
• noremi : i am very young and i am learning how to liveApril 22, 2025
  i am very young and i am learning how to live is a solid full length that speaks to noremi’s trails as a Korean American Written by Chris P for Korean Indie.

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