KAIST’s humanoid robot went viral for its moonwalk, earning Hubo Lab the PR Award. A rushed 48-hour PR push enabled them to release the video first, drawing major media attention and showcasing effective researcher–PR collaboration.

Latest News from Korea

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  SK Hynix to ramp up 1c DRAM production 8-fold in 2026November 20, 2025
  SK Hynix’s DRAM plant in Icheon SK Hynix Inc., a crucial supplier of high-bandwidth memory to Nvidia Corp.’s artificial-intelligence processors, is set to boost output of its sixth-generation 10-nanometer DRAM, known as 1c DRAM, by roughly eightfold next year, as the AI industry’s center of gravity moves beyond training and toward large-scale inferencing. According to industry sources on Thursday, the… Read more: SK Hynix to ramp up 1c DRAM production 8-fold in 2026
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  Yen’s slide pushes Korean won to a 7-month low amid worries over Japan’s fiscal planNovember 20, 2025
  (Courtesy of Yonap) The Korean won fell to its weakest level in seven months on Thursday, weighed down by a sharp decline in the Japanese yen following reports of Japan’s massive spending plan. The won briefly weakened past 1,470 to the dollar in afternoon trade, before closing at 1,467.90, up 2.3 won from the previous day. That marked its weakest… Read more: Yen’s slide pushes Korean won to a 7-month low amid worries over Japan’s fiscal plan
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  S.Korea’s NPS gets $7.8 mn in refund after Sweden grants long-sought tax-exempt statusNovember 20, 2025
  The National Pension Service is South Korea’s largest institutional investor The National Pension Service (NPS), South Korea’s state-run pension fund and the country’s largest institutional investor, has secured a landmark victory in Sweden, winning recognition that it is exempt from withholding tax on dividends from Swedish listed equities. The decision will return about 11.5 billion won ($7.8 million) to the fund… Read more: S.Korea’s NPS gets $7.8 mn in refund after Sweden grants long-sought tax-exempt status
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  Samsung Heavy lands nearly $1.4 bn box-ship deal, boosting sharesNovember 20, 2025
  One of container ships built by Samsung Heavy Industries (Courtesy of Samsung Heavy) Samsung Heavy Industries Co., one of South Korea’s top three shipbuilders, has secured a landmark order for seven container carriers worth nearly 2 trillion won ($1.4 billion), giving the yard one of its largest single contracts and sending its shares higher on Thursday. The company said in… Read more: Samsung Heavy lands nearly $1.4 bn box-ship deal, boosting shares
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  Samsung Display prevails in OLED patent battle with China’s BOENovember 20, 2025
  (Courtesy of Samsung Display) Samsung Display Co., the panel-making arm of Samsung Electronics Co., has won in a years-long patent fight with China’s BOE Technology Group, clearing the way for the South Korean display maker to collect sizable royalty income and reinforce its position in the global organic light-emitting diode (OLED) supply chain. The US International Trade Commission announced on… Read more: Samsung Display prevails in OLED patent battle with China’s BOE

Latest Entertainment from Korea

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  Dinosaur Running Club : Long Slow DistanceDecember 2, 2025
  Dinosaur Running Club plays a nostalgic mellow and modern rock style. The four-song EP, Long Slow Distance, takes the band’s “running” motif and combines that with 16 minutes of music. This is a surprising listen because the band throws in a lot of depth on a limited number of tracks. “Sci-Fi…” is like a warm-up and slow jog. Dinosaur Running… Read more: Dinosaur Running Club : Long Slow Distance
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  BTS’s Jungkook Ignites Rolling Stone UK’s December 2025 Cover: A Global, High-Fashion Preview of the Next BTS EraDecember 1, 2025
  Photo Credits: Rolling Stone UK. BigHit Music Jungkook of BTS is set to front the December 2025 issue of Rolling Stone UK in a high-impact global exclusive, with a teaser cover already sending ARMY into a preorder frenzy. The shoot aligns with BTS’s anticipated 2026 group comeback, positioning Jungkook as both a solo powerhouse and the face of the group’s… Read more: BTS’s Jungkook Ignites Rolling Stone UK’s December 2025 Cover: A Global, High-Fashion Preview of the Next BTS Era
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  Eternal White, Never Fading: WayV’s Snowy Winter Fantasy In Luxe Neutrals, Soft Glam And Frosted Streetwear For ‘We Ain’t Fading’December 1, 2025
  Photo Credits: SM Entertainment WayV’s Winter Special Album “白色定格 (Eternal White)” arrives with concept photos that feel like a cinematic pause button on the softest moment of winter, and “We Ain’t Fading” is the most quietly rebellious of the set. The shoot leans into a cool, monochrome palette—snow whites, foggy greys and inky blacks—styled with clean tailoring, padded outerwear and… Read more: Eternal White, Never Fading: WayV’s Snowy Winter Fantasy In Luxe Neutrals, Soft Glam And Frosted Streetwear For ‘We Ain’t Fading’
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  I.MET.U’s Lea Serves a Technicolor Sugar High in Fashion Hankook’s ‘Treats of Color’ Beauty Editorial for December 2025November 30, 2025
  Photo Credits: Fashion Hankook PI Corporation MET.U’s Lea doesn’t just wear color in Fashion Hankook’s December 2025 ‘Treats of Color’ preview—she devours it, turns it over on her tongue, and serves it back as a high-gloss, K-pop–meets-beauty editorial fantasy.”​ Treats of Color concept “Treats of Color” is introduced as Fashion Hankook Vol.11’s first full-scale beauty editorial, positioned as a year-end… Read more: I.MET.U’s Lea Serves a Technicolor Sugar High in Fashion Hankook’s ‘Treats of Color’ Beauty Editorial for December 2025
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  ALLDAY PROJECT Unveils Dynamic Concept Photos and Online Cover for Their Highly Anticipated 1st EP AlbumNovember 30, 2025
  Photo Credits: The Black Label The co-ed K-pop group ALLDAY PROJECT is set to make a powerful statement with the upcoming release of their first EP album, titled “ALLDAY PROJECT,” scheduled for December 8, 2025. As the first co-ed group under The Black Label, a subsidiary of YG Entertainment led by producer Teddy Park, ALLDAY PROJECT has been generating significant… Read more: ALLDAY PROJECT Unveils Dynamic Concept Photos and Online Cover for Their Highly Anticipated 1st EP Album

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