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Star Historian Choi Tae-sung and 2NE1’s Sandara Park Appointed as Honorary Ambassadors for the Overseas Koreans Agency (OKA)

[SEOUL] The Overseas Koreans Agency (OKA) has announced the appointment of beloved history educator Choi Tae-sung and iconic K-pop artist Sandara Park as its honorary ambassadors for 2026. The two pro
BTS Sets Mexico City Ablaze: 50,000 Fans Gather at National Palace Ahead of Sold-Out Stadium Tour

MEXICO CITY — In a historic moment that blurred the lines between a state visit and a global pop phenomenon, the members of BTS appeared on the balcony of the Palacio Nacional (National Palace)

"Singer of Filial Piety" Hyun Sook: "I Visit the Marginalized to Honor My Mother’s Memory"

SEOUL – As South Korea celebrates Family Month this May, one name resonates more deeply than others across the nation’s nursing homes and community centers: Hyun Sook. Known affectionately

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Seoul Metropolitan Government Implements Comprehensive Safety Protocols Ahead of BTS Comeback Performance at Gwanghwamun: (C) KMJ SEOUL — The Seoul Metropolitan Government and local administrative districts have entered a state of heightened ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.01.25

NCT DREAM Dominates Global Ticket Sales, Selling Out Six-Night Finale at KSPO DOME: (C) DIPE.CO.KR SEOUL – Global K-pop icons NCT DREAM have once again solidified their status as "performance kings," recor ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.01.23

Federation of Korean Associations, USA Successfully Concludes Inauguration of 31st President… Jung-il Seo Officially Takes Office: On January 9 at 4:30 PM, the Federation of Korean Associations, USA (FKA USA)—the largest umbrella organization representing ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.13

BoA Parts Ways with SM Entertainment After 25 Years: "End of an Era": (C) Tiền Phong SEOUL – BoA, the legendary "Queen of K-pop" and "Star of Asia," is officially leaving SM Entertainment aft ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2026.01.12

BLACKPINK’s Jennie Sweeps 4 Trophies, Including Grand Prize at the 40th Golden Disc Awards: (C) Youtube TAIPEI – The 40th Golden Disc Awards with Upbit took place on January 10 at the Taipei Dome, celebrating the ...; Shin Yeju 2026.01.11

U.S. Government Officially Recognizes Kimchi as a "Healthy Food" in Landmark Dietary Update: (C) Taste of Home WASHINGTON D.C. — In a sweeping overhaul of the nation's nutritional standards, the U.S. government has ...; Hannah Yeh Reporter 2026.01.11

'K-Pop Demon Hunters' OST Soars Back to Top 10 on UK Official Singles Chart: (C) WCLK LONDON — As the annual dominance of Christmas carols subsides, the soundtrack for the Netflix animated series K-Po ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.01.04

K-Wave Evolution: K-Food and K-Beauty Hit Record Highs, Eyeing Global Expansion in 2026: (C) Pamper.My SEOUL — The global phenomenon known as the "K-Wave" is no longer just about music and drama; it has firmly sh ...; LEE YEON SIL Reporter 2026.01.01

S. Korea to Add Kimchi-Derived 'K-Lactic Acid Bacteria' to Official Food Ingredients List: (C) Ahnest Kitchen SEOUL – The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS), in collaboration with the Rural Development Adminis ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.12.30

'Culinary Class Wars 2' Returns: Less Novelty, More Sophisticated 'Flavor': (C) Netflix The sensation is back. Netflix’s hit cooking survival show, Culinary Class Wars 2, has returned to the global ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.12.27

K-Content Dominates Netflix Global Charts with 'The Great Flood' and 'Culinary Class Wars 2': (C) DIPE.CO.KR Korean content has once again proven its formidable presence on the global stage, sweeping the top spots in both ...; Cho Kijo Reporter 2025.12.24

TV Personality Jun Hyun-moo Refutes 'Illegal Medical Treatment' Allegations with Formal Records: (C) Koreaboo The South Korean entertainment industry is facing a wave of scrutiny as allegations of illegal medical practices a ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.12.24

NewJeans Hits Another Milestone: ‘Super Shy’ Surpasses 800 Million Streams on Spotify: (C) Edoor SEOUL – Global K-pop sensation NewJeans continues to rewrite record books as their 2023 hit single "Super Shy" of ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.12.21

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Paraguay Successfully Hosts '2025 IGA Korean Cooking Course' in Collaboration with the Gastronomic Institute of the Americas (IGA): The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Paraguay, in collaboration with the Gastronomic Institute of the Americas (Instituto Gastr ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.12.16

SEOUL TIGHTENS REINS ON DEVELOPMENT NEAR WORLD HERITAGE SITES: (C) Coreanismo SEOUL — The South Korean government is preparing a pivotal legal framework to strengthen protection for UNES ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.12.11

K-Pop Takes Center Stage: 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' Dominates Google's US 'Year in Search 2025': (C) The WrapSAN FRANCISCO - The year 2025 will be remembered in the United States not only for major political events and the emer ...; Shin Yeju 2025.12.06

South Korea Expands National Traditional Food Certification to Include Bibimbap and Galbitang: (C) Visit Korea SEOUL – The South Korean Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) announced today the expans ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.12.05

A Garden Where the City's Rhythm Stops: Dongdaemun's 'Cherry Garden', Cooking Consideration and Diversity: "A Table for All" 'Cherry Garden', a Korean restaurant that breaks down cultural boundaries beyond vegan and halal. Located on the ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.11.30

SEVENTEEN Makes History: The First K-Pop Group to Perform at NPR Headquarters for Tiny Desk: (C) ABS-CBN The global sensation SEVENTEEN has cemented their status as a major international act, securing a highly coveted sp ...; Shin Yeju 2025.11.25

The Rise of 'K-Eyewear Tourism': Foreign Visitors Flock to South Korea for Quick, Affordable Spectacles: A burgeoning travel trend, dubbed "K-Eyewear Tourism," is sweeping across South Korea, with a growing number of international visi ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2025.11.18

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