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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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Korean Star Lee Jung-jae Makes History with Chaplin Award: SINGAPORE — Global star Lee Jung-jae has etched his name into film history, becoming the first Korean national to receive th ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.10.04

Russia-CIS Koreans Vow to Connect Roots Through Culture and Language: SEOUL—The Association of Koreans in Russia and CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States), under the leadership of President H ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.10.03

First Ambassador's Cup Taekwondo Championship Held in Lithuania, a Venue for Harmony in Eastern Europe Beyond the Baltic States: The 'Ambassador's Cup Taekwondo Championship', the first since the establishment of the South Korean Embassy in Vilnius, the capit ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.10.02

U.S. Children's Hospital Issues 'Instant Noodle Burn' Warning Amid 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' Craze: BOSTON — A leading American children's hospital has issued an urgent public health warning regarding burn injuries, linking ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.30

Baby V.O.X Reunites for 'New Breath' Concert, Ending a 23-Year Wait: SEOUL - In an emotional and powerful reunion, first-generation K-pop girl group Baby V.O.X held their second-ever domestic solo co ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.29

K-Beauty Craze Hits San Francisco: Pop-Up Shop Success Leads to Calls for Extension: SAN FRANCISCO (Yonhap News) – The global spotlight on K-Beauty is burning bright in the U.S., evidenced by the runaway succe ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.28

Seosan Haemie Eupseong Festival Opens with a Flourish: A Weekend of History and Family Fun: Seosan, South Chungcheong Province – The 22nd Seosan Haemie Eupseong Festival officially commenced its vibrant run on Septem ...; Hee Chan Kim Reporter 2025.09.27

Haenam: Where the Land Ends and New Journeys Begin: Haenam, South Korea – As the southernmost tip of the Korean Peninsula, Haenam (해남) is a region rich in natural beauty, histo ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.27

K-Beauty and K-Food Startups Meet Local Customers in San Francisco: The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in San Francisco (Consul General Lim Jeong-taek) announced its support for K-beauty ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.09.25

Educating the Next Generation: Central America-Caribbean Korean School Association Gathers in Cancún to Discuss AI and Identity: CANCÚN, MEXICO — Educators from across the region have converged on Cancún for a landmark event focused on the ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.09.17

The Global Advance of K-Pop: Focusing on Argentina: The Korean music industry currently wields significant global influence, and this is especially prominent through the genre of K-p ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.15

Gongju Revives 'Boarding House Village' for Season 2, Building on Nostalgic Success: GONGJU – The 'Gongju Boarding House Village' event is set to return for its second season on September 19th and 20th, follow ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.09.13

Harisu Reveals Demands for Sex, Harassment After Coming Out: INCHEON – South Korean entertainer Harisu has made a shocking confession about the sexual harassment she faced after debutin ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.09.13

K-POP Takes Its First Step into South Africa: Ailee Opens a New Chapter for K-Culture with a Historic Concert: JOHANNESBURG – K-pop singer Ailee made history on September 6, 2025 (local time) by successfully holding the first solo conc ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.09.07

Overseas Koreans Agency Holds 'Weekend Korean Language School Professional Development Training' in California, USA: The Overseas Koreans Agency (Director Lee Sang-deok) held a 'Traveling Professional Development Training for Weekend Korean Langua ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.19

Ho Chi Minh City Embraces a New Wave of the Korean Language: The 29th World Korean Language Oratory Contest Successfully Concludes: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam — On August 14 (local time), the 29th World Korean Language Oratory Contest was successfully held ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.08.18

A Resonant Chorus of Heritage in Havana: Korean Descendants Celebrate Liberation Day: HAVANA – In a powerful display of enduring cultural ties, descendants of Korean immigrants in Cuba gathered with Korean offi ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.08.11

Jeonbuk Yeomimseon Hanbok Donates 15 Traditional Hanboks to Commemorate 60th Anniversary of Korean Immigration to Argentina: Yeomimseon Hanbok, representing Jeonbuk Special Self-Governing Province, has donated 15 traditional hanboks to the Korean Associat ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.08.06

Son Ye-jin's Triumphant Return as a Top Actress: The "Triple Crown" of Acting, Motherhood, and Endorsements: Actress Son Ye-jin has made a successful comeback to the entertainment industry, showcasing her unchanging beauty and overwhelming ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.07.27

J-Hope Delivers "Champions League-Level K-Pop Performance" at Lollapalooza Berlin: BERLIN, Germany – Global superstar J-Hope of BTS made an indelible mark as the headliner at Lollapalooza Berlin on July 14, ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.07.16

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