South Korea
Hwasa Calls for Change in Korean Views on Marriage in Candid Interview
MAMAMOO‘s Hwasa recently stirred a conversation about marriage in Korea with her candid remarks on the country’s conservative views. During an appearance on...
K-Pop Dominates Asia and Europe, While Korean Food Gains Popularity in North America
A new government report highlights the global reach of Korean cultural content, with K-Pop leading in Asia and Europe, while Korean food emerges...
Tving Gains Ground as Netflix Holds Top Spot in Korean Streaming Race
South Korea’s streaming market grew rapidly in 2024, with Netflix holding its top position while local platform Tving made major gains. According to...
Korea is 4th in Global Music Exports, Ahead of Other Non-English-Speaking Nations
Korea has secured its place as the world’s fourth-largest music exporter in 2024, ranking highest among non-English-speaking countries, according to an analysis by...
Trade Your Phone Without Buying a New One With Samsung Galaxy Trade-In Program
Samsung has introduced a new phone trade-in initiative called the Galaxy Trade-In Program, offering users the chance to trade in their old devices...
From K-pop to K-dramas: How South Korea Became a Global Cultural Powerhouse
South Korea has emerged as a global cultural powerhouse, with its entertainment industry gaining immense popularity worldwide. From K-pop sensations like BTS and...
Stocks of ‘Squid Game’ Investors Plunge After Season 2 Premiere
The debut of Netflix’s highly anticipated Squid Game season 2 has led to a sharp decline in shares of South Korean companies tied...
Korea Launches Cultural Project to Address Rising Loneliness
South Korea is launching the “Cultural Discourse Project” to tackle loneliness, which has been heightened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Announced by the Ministry...
First Snow of the Season to Arrive in Seoul on Wednesday
Winter’s first snow is expected to blanket much of South Korea, including Seoul, on Wednesday, as rain turns to snow. The Korea Meteorological...
