South Korea fell 0–1 to Japan in the 2025 EAFF E‑1 Championship men’s final on July 15 at Yongin Mireu Stadium. The match was decided early when Ryo Germain scored in the 8th minute, connecting cleanly with Yuki Soma’s cross. Despite having more total shots (9 to Japan’s 4), Korea managed only one on target—a…
In recent years, Hachuping Spending has become a growing topic among Korean parents and the global K-character fandom. This adorable character, popularized by its cute design and friendly image, has not only won the hearts of children but also influenced household spending patterns.Parents report that Hachuping Spending starts small with simple plush toys or stationery,…
Ethereum (ETH) has just surpassed the significant $3,100 mark, setting off renewed optimism in the crypto market. After consolidating for weeks near the $3,000 level, ETH’s breakout is seen by many traders as a potential signal that the altcoin rally could extend further this summer.According to major crypto exchanges, Ethereum’s trading volume spiked in the…
When you think of K-Beauty, you might picture skincare or makeup — but recently, foreign tourists have been flocking to Korean hair salons for an unexpected beauty experience. According to Visit Korea, more than 30% of young travelers from Southeast Asia and Japan said they would like to get a haircut or color service during…
In South Korea’s busy university neighborhoods and office districts, so-called “silent cafes” have quietly become a new kind of urban refuge for young people who crave “shared quiet” in the middle of constant city noise. The number of cafes with official “no-talking zones” has grown by about 42% over the past year, attracting students andOne…
South Korea’s annual monsoon season officially begins today, with the Korea Meteorological Administration (KMA) forecasting weeks of heavy rain across the country. The seasonal rain front has moved northward overnight, bringing widespread showers and potential flooding risks.Major regions including Seoul, Busan, and Gwangju are expected to receive 150–200mm of rainfall over the coming days, with…
Bitcoin recently broke through the $120,000 mark, rewriting its all-time high and fueling strong buying momentum worldwide. According to CoinMarketCap and Upbit data, the global daily trading volume for Bitcoin surged by over 35% in the past week, while South Korea’s local exchanges saw only a 10–15% uptick in the same period.A closer look shows…
Bitcoin has surged past the highly anticipated $120,000 mark, setting a new all-time high and igniting bullish sentiment across the entire crypto market. Analysts attribute this rally to strong institutional inflows and renewed retail interest, with short positions being liquidated as the price pushed through heavy resistance.Other major cryptocurrencies are also showing remarkable strength alongside…
South Korea’s retail investors are showing a clear trend of concentrating on the KOSPI market again.According to the Korea Securities Depository, in the first half of 2024, individual investors’ net purchases of KOSPI stocks totaled approximately 35 trillion KRW, marking a year-on-year increase of over 20%.Experts note that while last year many retail traders favored…
Seoul’s real estate market remains heavily focused on apartment transactions. According to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and the Korea Real Estate Board, as of 2024, over 80% of total housing sales in Seoul are apartments. This figure clearly outpaces transactions for villas (multi-family/row houses) and single-family homes.There are three main reasons for…
SK hynix has reportedly surpassed Samsung Electronics in certain high-value segments of the memory chip market, marking a symbolic shift in the global semiconductor industry. According to multiple industry reports released today, SK hynix is now leading Samsung in shipments of high-bandwidth memory (HBM) and advanced DRAM products — two segments with growing demand thanks…
In South Korea, thousands of medical students who left their programs amid prolonged tensions over government healthcare reforms are now expected to return to their universities. According to local reports, the government and the Korean Medical Association have been engaged in weeks of negotiations aimed at easing the standoff, which began when medical students and…