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Latest News from Korea

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  India: The most tantalizing frontier for K-food’s global ambitionsApril 18, 2025
  K-pop girl group NewJeans is the global brand ambassador of Pepero, Lotte Wellfood’s iconic chocolate-covered pretzel stick South Korea’s processed food exports to India have surged to a record 6 trillion won ($4.1 billion), marking a significant milestone in the growing appetite for K-food in one of Asia’s fastest-rising consumer markets. The boom is prompting an intensifying three-way race among… Read more: India: The most tantalizing frontier for K-food’s global ambitions
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  S.Korea’s medical tourism thrives on weak currencyApril 18, 2025
  Foreign tourists in Seoul  Foreign visitors to South Korea jumped nearly 20% early this year, largely driven by a sharp depreciation in the country’s currency value against major foreign currencies, which has also led to a boom in Korean medical tourism. According to data released Thursday by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), the number of foreign visitors to the country… Read more: S.Korea’s medical tourism thrives on weak currency
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  Korea not to appeal ruling in favor of Mason Capital in Samsung caseApril 18, 2025
  (File photo by Sol Lee) South Korea said on Friday it has decided not to appeal a Singaporean court’s rejection of its lawsuit to annul an investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) ruling that ordered to pay compensation to US-based Mason Capital Management LLC over losses related to a 2015 merger of two Samsung Group affiliates. Following the decision, the South Korean… Read more: Korea not to appeal ruling in favor of Mason Capital in Samsung case
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  SK Hynix bets on 3D HBM as next game-changer in AI chip raceApril 18, 2025
  Lee Kang-wook, vice president and head of SK Hynix’s package development division SK Hynix Inc., the world’s top DRAM memory chipmaker, aims to redefine the competitive landscape in artificial intelligence memory chips with plans to introduce vertically stacked 3D HBM from its fifth-generation high-bandwidth memory (HBM5). The South Korean chipmaker is actively researching the implementation of three-dimensional HBM, a transformative… Read more: SK Hynix bets on 3D HBM as next game-changer in AI chip race
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  S.Korean gaming giant Netmarble seeks to sell headquarters buildingApril 18, 2025
  Solo Leveling:ARISE CHAMPIONSHIP 2025 (Courtesy of Netmarble)  Netmarble Corp., a leading South Korean gaming company, is seeking to sell its headquarters building in Seoul, which could fetch up to 800 billion won ($563 million), as it plans to release nine new titles this year. According to sources in the investment banking industry on Friday, the Korean video game publisher has… Read more: S.Korean gaming giant Netmarble seeks to sell headquarters building

Latest Entertainment from Korea

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  NiziU’s ‘NiziUniverse’ Shibuya109 Campaign: Solo Poster Images, Store Details & Shibuya Landmark GuideApril 19, 2025
  Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Sony Music Entertainment Japan Shibuya109, the iconic fashion mecca at 2-29-1 Dogenzaka in Shibuya, Tokyo, is turning heads once again with the launch of the NiziU × Shibuya109 Golden Week campaign, ‘NiziUniverse.’ Fans can experience exclusive solo poster images of each NiziU member displayed throughout the building, making this a must-visit event for both J-pop enthusiasts… Read more: NiziU’s ‘NiziUniverse’ Shibuya109 Campaign: Solo Poster Images, Store Details & Shibuya Landmark Guide
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  TWICE Sana Shines in Prada for Marie Claire Korea May 2025: Exclusive Pictorial PreviewApril 18, 2025
  Photo Credits: Marie Claire Korea. JYP Entertainment TWICE’s Sana is captivating fans once again, this time gracing the pages of Marie Claire Korea’s May 2025 issue in an exclusive collaboration with luxury fashion house Prada. The pictorial preview, released ahead of the full feature, has already generated significant excitement across social media, with fans praising Sana’s sophisticated visuals and charismatic… Read more: TWICE Sana Shines in Prada for Marie Claire Korea May 2025: Exclusive Pictorial Preview
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  PENTAGON’s Yanan Captivates in ELLE China’s May 2025 Pictorial: A Dazzling Showcase of K-Pop EleganceApril 18, 2025
  Hero Image: ELLE China. Photo Credits: ELLE China. Cube Entertainment Yanan, the charismatic member of K-pop group PENTAGON, is turning heads with his latest feature in ELLE China’s May 2025 issue. The pictorial, which has quickly become a hot topic among fans and fashion enthusiasts alike, highlights Yanan’s striking visuals and sophisticated style, marking another milestone in his flourishing career.… Read more: PENTAGON’s Yanan Captivates in ELLE China’s May 2025 Pictorial: A Dazzling Showcase of K-Pop Elegance
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  KickFlip Graces Cosmopolitan Korea May 2025 Cover: K-pop’s Rising Stars Shine in Exclusive FeatureApril 18, 2025
  Photo Credits: JYP Entertainment Cosmopolitan Korea KickFlip, the energetic K-pop group capturing hearts across Asia, has landed the coveted cover of Cosmopolitan Korea’s May 2025 issue, marking a significant milestone in their meteoric rise. The announcement, which quickly sparked excitement on social media, showcases the group’s growing influence in both the music and fashion industries. Fans were treated to a… Read more: KickFlip Graces Cosmopolitan Korea May 2025 Cover: K-pop’s Rising Stars Shine in Exclusive Feature
• Albums We Didn’t Reviews 11 : Seoul Dolmangchi, UINONE, Soul Delivery, Shin Yun Su, Storm-Drunk Whale, RAINBOW99, zoeyApril 18, 2025
  Another set of albums by new and established artists that you should sample in Albums We Didn’t Review 11 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