January 1st, Seollal follows the lunar calendar and usually falls between late January and mid-February. In 2026, Lunar New Year will be celebrated in early February, and it will be observed as a national public holiday in Korea. Most offices, schools, and government institutions will close for several days as families gather to honor their…
The Sing Again 4 National Tour Concert is a live concert tour featuring the finalists and standout performers from JTBC’s hit music audition program “Sing Again – Rebirth Audition Season 4”. The show’s concept celebrates talented artists who have returned to the spotlight through sincere performances, giving them another chance to present their music and…
2026 LEE CHANGSUB Solo Concert is a solo concert by Lee Changsub, the main vocalist of BTOB and a solo artist recognized for his exceptional live vocals and emotional depth. Known for his stable singing technique and expressive delivery, Lee Changsub has built a strong reputation as a vocalist who connects deeply with audiences through…
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There are places that feel right not because they are exciting, but because they are quiet enough to let your thoughts slow down.This hotel is one of those places. Located near Jeju International Airport, it sits close to the sea while remaining tucked away in a calm residential area. Despite its accessibility, the surroundings are…
The Ministry of Economy and Finance (MOEF) announced on December 24 a new tax incentive package aimed at stabilizing the foreign exchange market and correcting structural imbalances in capital flows. The measures are designed to address heightened FX volatility caused by the rapid increase in overseas investments by individual investors and to encourage the repatriation…
* Spoilers are separated at the end, so feel free to read the intro without any worry. The Great Flood is a Korean SF disaster film set in the near future, depicting a world destabilized by an unprecedented, large-scale flood. Rather than focusing on the scientific cause of the catastrophe, the film centers on how…
“Please note that this is not a recent film, nor is it centered on Korean cinema. I felt compelled to write this because a masterpiece from the past came to mind during my movie review process.” The Devotion of Suspect X is not a conventional murder mystery. While the story revolves around a criminal case,…
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[Korea Economy] South Korea’s National Pension Service (NPS) has entered renewed discussions on expanding its strategic foreign-exchange hedging as the won continues to trade at elevated levels against the U.S. dollar. Introduced in 2022, the strategic hedge framework allows the NPS to hedge 5–10% of its overseas assets when the exchange rate deviates significantly from…
■ The Limits of Domestic Markets: Why “Staying Put” No Longer Works As domestic markets reach structural saturation, companies are increasingly turning their attention overseas in search of growth. According to McKinsey’s analysis of Asia’s economic transformation, emerging markets are experiencing rapid expansion driven by a growing middle class and rising consumer purchasing power. Southeast…
Incident Overview (Sourece : KBS Sports) The controversy began at the Incheon International Marathon on November 23, where runner Lee Soo-min crossed the finish line as the top Korean female athlete before coach Kim Wan-gi suddenly wrapped a towel around her upper body and held her tightly. The moment, broadcast live, showed Lee grimacing in…