I never thought I would be a K-pop fan. Until I was.
The writer says it’s time to appreciate idols and their songs, as their sound connects with the global community and delivers hopeful messages.
The Korea Herald
Tally for economically inactive seniors in South Korea surges 96% since 2002
Korea is projected to become a “superaged” society, whose share of seniors mark 20 percent or over, in two or three years.
South Korea, Japan foreign ministers meet to tackle historical disputes
The three-day trip comes as part of President Yoon’s efforts to rebuild ties with Japan, as bilateral relations have reached their lowest point in recent years.
South Korean foreign minister to hold first bilateral talk with Japan this week
The planned meeting of the foreign ministers in Japan would be the first in over four years.
Exhibition on Korea’s pop culture to open in London’s V&A
Supported by Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the exhibition by Britain's Victoria and Albert Museum will explore Korea’s pop culture and its historical roots.
North Korea recognizes two Russian-backed breakaway regions in Ukraine: State media
North Korea is now the third country, after Russia and Syria, to recognize the Donetsk People’s Republic and Luhansk People’s Republic as independent states.
South Korean, US F-35 stealth fighters stage first aerial drills
Around 30 aircraft - which included South Korea’s F-35A, F-15K fighters and the US’ F-16 Fighting Falcons and six F-35A stealth fighters - joined the aerial exercises.
Netflix sees Korea as proving ground for hit content
Netflix is also set to release four original unscripted Korean shows in the second half of this year.
‘Congratulations!’ followed by humiliation: Why some use violence to celebrate milestones
Nasty celebrations featuring violence and humiliation are nothing new in South Korea, nor is it unique to the country.
‘Squid Game’ nets 14 Emmy nominations
Actor Lee Jung-jae, who plays the debt-ridden divorcee Seong Gi-hun, has been nominated for outstanding lead actor in a drama series, alongside Jason Bateman of ‘Ozark’.