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Latest News from Korea

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  Celltrion to acquire additional $72 mn in treasury sharesNovember 21, 2024
  South Korea’s Celltrion Inc. announced on Thursday that it decided to repurchase additional treasury shares worth 100 billion won ($71.6 million). From November 22, Celltrion plans to acquire 583,431 treasury shares through on-market purchases. The company stated that this additional buyback is part of a shareholder-friendly policy to prioritize and enhance shareholder value. The decision was made in response to… Read more: Celltrion to acquire additional $72 mn in treasury shares
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  Hyosung Chemical scraps specialty gas unit sale to IMM, STICNovember 21, 2024
  Hyosung Chemical’s specialty gas plant Hyosung Chemical Corp. has failed to reach an agreement with a consortium of IMM Private Equity and STIC Investments Inc. to sell its specialty gas division for 1.3 trillion won ($931 million). Investment banking sources blamed the collapse of the talks on its grim earnings outlook heavily dependent on Samsung Electronics Co. The South Korean… Read more: Hyosung Chemical scraps specialty gas unit sale to IMM, STIC
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  SK Hynix starts mass production of 321-High NANDNovember 21, 2024
  SK Hynix’ world’s first triple level cell1-based 321-high 4D NAND Flash with 1Tb capacity  SK Hynix Inc., the world’s second-largest memory chipmaker, announced on Thursday the mass production of its 321-layer 1-terabit (Tb) triple-level cell (TLC) 4D NAND flash memory. Following its previous record as the industry’s first provider of the world’s highest 238-layer NAND since June last year, SK… Read more: SK Hynix starts mass production of 321-High NAND
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  Bering Lab eyes 7-fold jump in revenue in 5 yearsNovember 21, 2024
  Bering Lab co-founder and co-CEO Kim Jae-yoon (left) and co-CEO Moon Seong-hyun (Courtesy of Bering Lab) Bering Lab Inc., a South Korea-based artificial intelligence technology-powered translation startup with specialties in legal, financial and intellectual property content, is looking beyond its home turf to achieve about 20 billion won ($14.4 million) in revenue in the next five years, said its chief.… Read more: Bering Lab eyes 7-fold jump in revenue in 5 years
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  CJ CheilJedang to invest $584 mn to build food factories in Europe, USNovember 21, 2024
  Dinners eat Korean foods at the Bibigo to go pop-up in Shoreditch, London (Courtesy of CJ CheilJEdang) CJ CheilJedang Corp., South Korea’s largest food company, will spend a total of $584 million to build new food-manufacturing factories in Europe and the US to expand its footing in the global food market amid the soaring demand for Korean food across the… Read more: CJ CheilJedang to invest $584 mn to build food factories in Europe, US

Latest Entertainment from Korea

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  pylat : red roofNovember 21, 2024
  red roof by pylat is a story told across five songs and highlights unique aspects of her style and tone across different genres Written by Chris P for Korean Indie.
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  CRAVITY Set to Launch New Single Album ‘FIND THE ORBIT’November 20, 2024
  K-pop sensation CRAVITY is gearing up for their latest release, a single album titled ‘FIND THE ORBIT’. The group has unveiled concept photos that are creating a buzz among fans worldwide, showcasing both individual and group images for the ‘Who’ version of their upcoming album. The concept photos for the ‘Who’ version present CRAVITY members in a striking visual narrative.… Read more: CRAVITY Set to Launch New Single Album ‘FIND THE ORBIT’
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  SEVENTEEN’s DK Stuns Fans with Allure Korea x DSQUARED2 PictorialNovember 20, 2024
  K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN’s DK has set the internet ablaze with his latest photoshoot for Allure Korea’s December 2024 issue, in collaboration with fashion brand DSQUARED2. The unexpected reveal has left fans and casual observers alike in awe, showcasing a new side of the talented vocalist. A Surprising Transformation Known primarily for his powerful vocals and cheerful personality, DK (Lee Seokmin)… Read more: SEVENTEEN’s DK Stuns Fans with Allure Korea x DSQUARED2 Pictorial
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  Join the Celebration: OMEGA X’s Electrifying Performances in Japan!November 20, 2024
  OMEGA X is set to captivate fans with their upcoming performances in Japan, marking an exciting time for K-pop enthusiasts. The group will take the stage in Osaka on November 24, 2024, as part of their promotional activities for their second Japanese mini-album titled “To.” This performance is highly anticipated, especially following their recent concert in Tokyo on November 17. Upcoming Performances… Read more: Join the Celebration: OMEGA X’s Electrifying Performances in Japan!
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  yewee : Frost’s DescentNovember 20, 2024
  yewee presents four styles on Frost’s Descent with “day by day” leading as the strongest single and a new vision in music Written by Chris P for Korean Indie.

Learn People & History of Korea

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  A Journey Through Time: The History of Korean ArtOctober 13, 2024
  Introduction to Korean Art Korean art, a vital reflection of the nation’s rich heritage and cultural evolution, holds a unique place within the broader tapestry of East Asian art forms. Distinguished by its innovative spirit and aesthetic principles, Korean art dates back thousands of years, offering insights into the historical context and socio-political dynamics of the region. As both a… Read more: A Journey Through Time: The History of Korean Art
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  A South Korean soldier forcibly cuts a young man’s hair in front of others during a nationwide crackdown on men with long hair and women wearing short skirts in South Korea – 1970sOctober 12, 2024
  This was during the Fourth Republic of South Korea. The President Park Chung-hee was declared dictator of South Korea for 18 years until he was assassinated and replaced in a coup-de-etat for about 3 years. I’ll post some links about it: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fourth_Republic_of_Korea https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Park_Chung-hee https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assassination_of_Park_Chung-hee submitted by /u/goodhot0006 [link] [comments]
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  Jeong CheolSeptember 9, 2024
  Introduction to Jeong Cheol Jeong Cheol, a prominent figure in Korean history, emerged during the Joseon Dynasty, which lasted from 1392 to 1910. His life, spanning from 1536 to 1593, encapsulates an era rich in cultural and intellectual development. As a scholar, poet, and government official, Jeong Cheol’s influence was significant, embodying the complexities of Confucian philosophy and its application… Read more: Jeong Cheol
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  From War to Miracles: The Evolution of South Korea Amidst Global StrugglesAugust 25, 2024
  The End of the Korean War: A Historical Overview The Korean War, which began in 1950, was a significant conflict that arose from the geopolitical tensions following World War II. The war pitted North Korea, backed by the Soviet Union and China, against South Korea, supported by the United States and other United Nations member states. The culmination of this… Read more: From War to Miracles: The Evolution of South Korea Amidst Global Struggles
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  Lee HwangAugust 7, 2024
  Introduction to Lee Hwang Lee Hwang (퇴溪 李滉), regarded as one of Korea’s foremost Confucian scholars of the 16th century, made significant strides in the development of Confucian thought and education. Born in 1501, he emerged from a distinguished family in the region of Gyeonggi Province, an area where Confucianism was gaining prominence as a guiding ethical framework. His early… Read more: Lee Hwang