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- CJ CheilJedang scraps $3.5 bn green bio sale, shifts gears to expansion
CJ Group is a leading South Korean food-to-entertainment conglomerate CJ CheilJedang Corp., South Korea’s largest food and beverage company, said on Wednesday it has scrapped a planned sale of its green bio business, a deal valued at 5 trillion won ($3.5 billion), opting instead to retain and expand it amid growing geopolitical uncertainty and rising strategic importance of its US… Read more: CJ CheilJedang scraps $3.5 bn green bio sale, shifts gears to expansion - Trump Jr. meets Korean business chiefs in back-to-back sessionsTrump Jr. (third from left) meets with Moon Ju-hyun (fourth from left), chairman of Korean property developer MDM, on April 30, 2025 (Courtesy of MDM) Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of US President Donald Trump, spent his one-and-a-half-day visit to South Korea in back-to-back private meetings with top Korean business leaders. These meetings spanned a range of sectors, including… Read more: Trump Jr. meets Korean business chiefs in back-to-back sessions
- Samsung in talks to supply customized HBM4 to Nvidia, Broadcom, GoogleSamsung’s HBM3E chip Samsung Electronics Co., the world’s leading memory chipmaker, is in talks to supply customized sixth-generation high-bandwidth memory, or HBM4, chips to major AI chipmakers, including Nvidia Corp., Broadcom Inc. and Google LLC. The South Korean tech giant expects to begin supplying HBM4 to its clients as early as the first half of 2026, company executives and industry… Read more: Samsung in talks to supply customized HBM4 to Nvidia, Broadcom, Google
- Kookmin Bank raises $700 mn in forex bonds amid strong demandKookmin Bank’s new headquarter building in Yeouido, Seoul Kookmin Bank, a unit of KB Financial Group, raised $700 million in foreign exchange bonds on Tuesday, signaling a recovery in investor sentiment toward Korean debts. As global investors warmed up to Korean bonds amid a temporary easing of trade tensions following a 90-day reprieve on US reciprocal tariffs, Tongyang Life Insurance… Read more: Kookmin Bank raises $700 mn in forex bonds amid strong demand
- K-pop stocks surge as China set to loosen cultural ban after 9 yearsTikTok embraces BTS’ 10th debut anniversary hashtag campaign Shares in South Korea’s leading entertainment companies are rallying amid growing signs that China will likely lift its longstanding ban on Korean pop culture, rekindling hopes of a lucrative return to the world’s second-largest entertainment market. The so-called Hallyu ban – a restriction on Korean entertainment content imposed by Beijing in 2016… Read more: K-pop stocks surge as China set to loosen cultural ban after 9 years
Latest Entertainment from Korea
- STAYC Unveils Japan 6th Double A-Side Single “Lover, Killer / BEBE (Japanese Ver.)” with Captivating Jacket PhotoPhoto Credits: High Up Entertainment K-pop sensation STAYC is set to make waves in Japan once again with the announcement of their highly anticipated 6th double A-side single, “Lover, Killer / BEBE (Japanese Ver.),” scheduled for release on June 4, 2025. The group, known for their vibrant style and catchy melodies, continues to expand their global reach, delighting fans with… Read more: STAYC Unveils Japan 6th Double A-Side Single “Lover, Killer / BEBE (Japanese Ver.)” with Captivating Jacket Photo
- HITGS Shines in L’OFFICIEL KOREA YK Edition: 2025 Summer Special Pictorial Preview & Complete Member ProfilesPhoto Credits: L’Officiel Korea H Music Entertainment The rising K-pop girl group HITGS is making waves with a captivating pictorial in the 2025 Summer Special Issue of L’OFFICIEL KOREA YK Edition, offering fans a first look at their vibrant, youthful energy and unique style. The preview showcases the group’s playful yet sophisticated fashion sense, hinting at a promising future in… Read more: HITGS Shines in L’OFFICIEL KOREA YK Edition: 2025 Summer Special Pictorial Preview & Complete Member Profiles
- ENHYPEN – W Korea Magazine (May 2025 Issue Pictorial)Photo Credits: W Korea. Belift Lab ENHYPEN continues their meteoric rise in the global music and fashion scenes, gracing the May 2025 issue of W Korea Magazine with a striking pictorial that has fans and industry insiders buzzing. The new spread showcases all seven members-Jungwon, Heeseung, Jay, Jake, Sunghoon, Sunoo, and Ni-Ki-captured in a series of bold, fashion-forward images that… Read more: ENHYPEN – W Korea Magazine (May 2025 Issue Pictorial)
- Rosé Shines on W China’s 2025 Energy Issue: BLACKPINK Star’s Captivating Cover and Pictorial PreviewPhoto Credits: The Black Label. W China Rosé, the global superstar from BLACKPINK, is captivating fans once again as she graces the cover of W Magazine China’s 2025 Vol. 2 “The Energy Issue.” The pictorial preview, released on April 29, 2025, showcases Rosé’s signature blend of elegance and charisma, further cementing her reputation as a fashion and cultural icon. The… Read more: Rosé Shines on W China’s 2025 Energy Issue: BLACKPINK Star’s Captivating Cover and Pictorial Preview
- Moon 13 : Homo ReligiusA strong debut by Moon 13 mixing electronic, electronic pop, and shoegaze to make a melancholy and dark set of tracks Written by Chris P for Korean Indie.
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
