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- S.Korea tempers expectations for US tariff deal before APEC summit
Industry and Trade Minister Kim Jung-kwan speaks at a parliamentary hearing on Oct. 24, 2025 (Courtesy of Yonhap) South Korea’ top trade negotiators on Friday struck a cautious tone over the prospect of finalizing a tariff agreement with the US, before US President Donald Trump visits Korea for the APEC summit next week. Just a day after returning from Washington… Read more: S.Korea tempers expectations for US tariff deal before APEC summit - Kospi enters uncharted territory, powered by Samsung, SK Hynix, other blue-chip stocksThe Kospi stock index closes up 2.5% at a fresh record high of 3,941.59 on Oct. 24, 2025, led by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, whose combined market cap surpasses 1,000 trillion won South Korea’s benchmark stock index Kospi climbed above 3,900 points to a fresh record high on Friday, putting the long-anticipated and symbolic 4,000 mark within sight, as… Read more: Kospi enters uncharted territory, powered by Samsung, SK Hynix, other blue-chip stocks
- Classys, majority owned by Bain Capital, acquires Brazil’s beauty device retailer(Courtesy of Classys) South Korean medical aesthetics company Classys Inc. has acquired JL Health Participacoes S.A., a medical beauty device retailer in Brazil, one of its largest overseas markets, for 18.27 billion won ($13 million). Classys, 54.16% owned by Bain Capital, said on Friday that the purchase of the largest aesthetic device retailer in South America is aimed at establishing… Read more: Classys, majority owned by Bain Capital, acquires Brazil’s beauty device retailer
- KIC on track for record year as US tech rally boosts returnsPark Il Young, chief executive of Korea Investment Corp. The Korea Investment Corp. (KIC) posted a 11.73% return on investments as of the end of September, buoyed by a sustained rally in US technology stocks, according to investment banking sources on Friday. The return is close to its record annual gain of 13.7% in 2020, raising expectations of the sovereign… Read more: KIC on track for record year as US tech rally boosts returns
- Trump to hold bilateral summits with Lee, Xi in South Korea ahead of APEC GyeongjuUS President Donald Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung hold their summit meeting in Washington, D.C. in August 2025 (Courtesy of EPA via Yonhap) WASHINGTON, D.C. – Donald Trump will visit South Korea on Oct. 29 for a bilateral summit with President Lee Jae Myung, the White House said Thursday, confirming the US president’s return to the peninsula… Read more: Trump to hold bilateral summits with Lee, Xi in South Korea ahead of APEC Gyeongju
Latest Entertainment from Korea
- A Soft Bloom in Motion: IVE’s Liz Radiates Grace and Modern Femininity in Cosmopolitan Korea x VIVAIA November 2025 Digital PictorialPhoto Credits: Cosmopolitan Korea VIVAIA Starship Entertainment For Cosmopolitan Korea’s November 2025 digital issue, IVE’s Liz unveils a captivating collaboration with sustainable footwear brand VIVAIA, blending her familiar doll-like elegance with an understated eco-luxury aesthetic. This pictorial, shot in Seoul, celebrates minimalist glamour, where every frame captures Liz between softness and quiet confidence — perfectly aligned with VIVAIA’s ethos of… Read more: A Soft Bloom in Motion: IVE’s Liz Radiates Grace and Modern Femininity in Cosmopolitan Korea x VIVAIA November 2025 Digital Pictorial
- Radiant Youth in Bloom: IVE’s Gaeul and Leeseo Bring Playful Chic to Allure Korea’s October 2025 x Crocs Digital EditionPhoto Credits: Allure Korea Crocs Starship Entertainment For its October 2025 digital edition, Allure Korea unveils a refreshingly spirited collaboration that pairs IVE’s Gaeul and Leeseo with Crocs in a pictorial that celebrates individuality, comfort, and modern youth culture. As two of K-pop’s most stylish rising figures, the duo embody Crocs’ evolving identity—where versatility meets fashion-forward playfulness—captured in an editorial that merges… Read more: Radiant Youth in Bloom: IVE’s Gaeul and Leeseo Bring Playful Chic to Allure Korea’s October 2025 x Crocs Digital Edition
- FIFTY FIFTY’s ‘Too Much’ Concept Photos: Celestial Goddesses Radiate Glamour and Sophistication in Their Bold ComebackPhoto Credits: ATTRAKT FIFTY FIFTY has unveiled their captivating concept photos for their third digital single, “Too Much Part.1,” showcasing a dramatic transformation with a celestial goddess-inspired theme steeped in mystique and empowerment. Released in late October ahead of the November 4 launch, these pictorials spell a new era of maturity and visual storytelling for the group, blending retro glamour… Read more: FIFTY FIFTY’s ‘Too Much’ Concept Photos: Celestial Goddesses Radiate Glamour and Sophistication in Their Bold Comeback
- Short Stuff 74 : on_poem, Pearl Haze, HANAJIN, Fakelemon, Truth Teller, SWELL CITY, The SCREENSon_poem : Love Is “Love Is” makes me think of a dark and mellow jazz bar with a couple of overhead lights cascading over a live band. on_poem‘s track is a jazz, ballad, and small amounts of funk track, highlighting late night with a strong drink. Instagram | YouTube | Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube Music Pearl Haze :… Read more: Short Stuff 74 : on_poem, Pearl Haze, HANAJIN, Fakelemon, Truth Teller, SWELL CITY, The SCREENS
- Yanan (PENTAGON) Shines in OK! Magazine Birthday Issue Cover & Pictorial with Striking Style and Visual ImpactPhoto Credits: OK! Magazine. CUBE Entertainment Yanan, the charismatic sub-vocalist and visual of the K-pop group PENTAGON, takes center stage in the birthday issue of OK! Magazine with a captivating cover and pictorial preview that celebrates not only his milestone but his remarkable presence in the industry. The pictorial emphasizes Yanan’s physical proportions, which fans and critics alike have praised… Read more: Yanan (PENTAGON) Shines in OK! Magazine Birthday Issue Cover & Pictorial with Striking Style and Visual Impact
Learn People & History of Korea
- The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan CityAncient 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
- The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political DynamicsIntroduction 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
- 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
- Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3Introduction 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
- Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune TellingIntroduction 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
