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Is it fair to say IU is the biggest artist in South Korea?
I even hesitate to say “kpop” artist bc she just seems in a different league entirely. Her worst performing singles…
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MBK Partners poised to acquire CJ Cheiljedang’s $3.5 billion bio business
MBK Partners’ office in Seoul North Asia-focused private equity firm MBK Partners is on the verge of clinching a major…
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Korea Investment & Securities explores new products with global firms
A front view of Korea Investment & Securities’ headquarters in Yeouido, Seoul Korea Investment & Securities Co. (KIS), a unit…
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South Korea loses tech startups at rapid clip amid dwindling funding
(Courtesy of Getty Images) Concerns are growing that the tech startup ecosystem in South Korea, home to global tech household…
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Hyundai CEO Muñoz named MotorTrend Person of the Year
(Captured from MotorTrend’s website) South Korea’s top carmaker Hyundai Motor Co. Chief Executive Officer José Muñoz was picked as the…
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Chong Kun Dang to build new plant for foray into biologics market
A Chong Kun Dang researcher is conducting efficacy evaluation experiments for a new drug Chong Kun Dang Pharmaceutical Corp. is…
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After thoughts for aespa concert setlist
As someone who DID NOT look at the setlist before the concert, I had many thoughts during, also as a…
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SM’s shocking $348K USD net profit for 2024
What happened to SM after EXO’s enlistments? Coindicidently the company fell off after the EXO enlistments. SM had survived previous…
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F-4 Visa Confusion
I entered Korea in May of 2023 on an F-4 visa that was issued a couple months prior. I was…
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Sweet Melodies and Pastel Hues: ILLIT’s Japanese Debut Promises a Valentine’s Day Treat
As winter’s chill gives way to the first whispers of spring, K-pop sensation ILLIT is set to warm hearts with…
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The Evolution of Busan: A Historical Journey Through South Korea’s Second Largest Metropolitan City
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Ancient Beginnings: The Founding of Busan Busan, known as the second largest metropolitan city in South Korea, has a rich…
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All time Korean pop visuals past time and current time now
I know everyone has their opinions but one idol that stands out to me is Sana twice… and I was…
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The Evolution of Pyongyang: A Journey Through History, Economy, and Political Dynamics
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Introduction to Pyongyang Pyongyang, the capital city of North Korea, serves as a prominent symbol of the nation’s history and…
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Korean beauty giants Amorepacific, LG H&H resurrect from China woes
Sulwhasoo is AmorePacific’s premium cosmetics brand South Korea’s two largest cosmetics makers, Amorepacific Corp. and LG H&H Co., are recovering…
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HYBE’s New J-Pop Audition Show: A Dream’s Start Line
In a thrilling announcement for K-pop and J-pop enthusiasts alike, HYBE Labels Japan is set to launch an exciting new…
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The Evolution of Seoul: From Ancient Korea to Modern Metropolis and Beyond
in HistoryAncient Beginnings: The Founding of Seoul The city of Seoul, known today as the vibrant capital of South Korea, has…
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history book recommendations
i’ve been an avid book reader since i was little and for sure have the geography & history hyper fixation.…
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Lim Jangsu (림장수, 林長守) was a Korean Kamikaze pilot who died in a suicide attack on US navy vessels in the Philippines on Dec. 7, 1944; he was from Yeomju-eup near Sinuiju
These two Imperial propaganda news articles from January 1945 cover an ethnic Korean kamikaze pilot, Lim Jangsu (林長守). Lim Jangsu…
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Exploring Korean Traditional Games in Squid Game: From Season 2 to Upcoming Season 3
Introduction to Korean Traditional Games Korean traditional games have long been an integral part of the country’s cultural landscape, offering…
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Unveiling the Past and Present of Saju: The Art of Korean Fortune Telling
Introduction to Saju Saju, a traditional Korean fortune-telling practice, is an intricate art that seeks to interpret an individual’s fate…
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10-Day South Korea Itinerary (Feb 14–24): Feedback Welcome!
Hi everyone, I’m planning a trip to South Korea from Feb 14 to 24 and want to focus on outdoor…
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Korean War
I’m working on a project about the Korean War, and I was hoping to get some insight from history buffs.…
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Why do k-pop fans gatekeep so much for not knowing older groups
This geniunely baffles me,No wonder kpopies aren’t taken seriously or respected when more than half the fandoms r just gatekeeping…
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If there’s a possibility that Taeyeon and Wendy would leave SM then they basically would’ve lost almost ALL of their main vocalists from Gen 2-3 (individual contract wise)
It’s clear that Taeyeon has openly announce her dissatisfaction with SM regarding SMTown and Wendy is mysteriously absent for “personal…
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Squid game tattoo and Korean culture
https://screenrant.com/squid-game-season-2-kang-dae-ho-marine-backstory-explainer/ I’ve watched a few promotional videos by the Netflix cast of Squid Game Season 2 and noticed the speculation…
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The Journey of Korean Immigrants: A History & Trends Outside the United States
in HistoryIntroduction to Korean Immigration Korean immigration has a rich and complex history that dates back to the late 19th century.…
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The Journey of Korean Immigrants: Celebrating Korean American Day
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Introduction to Korean Immigration The history of Korean immigration is marked by significant waves of migration driven by various socio-economic…
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Underused songs in K-pop survival shows
We have our “Kill this Love”, our “Into the New World”, our “Love Killa” etc etc etc. Songs that are…
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Am I a Koreaboo after all?
I’m posting in this subreddit to hear about actual Koreans’ opinion and not random people who know absolutely nothing of…
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aespa & SM new girl group 2025, can SM handle both equally this time?
SM is starting to hype a new girl group, but I’m low-key skeptical. They’ve got a shady history of sidelining…
