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‘The Man Who Lives with the King’ Nears 10 Million Admissions: The Power of ‘Wholesome’ Family Entertainment

SEOUL — Director Jang Hang-jun’s latest period drama, The Man Who Lives with the King, is on the verge of joining the prestigious "10 Million Club." Despite some initial skepti
‘Culture Day’ Expanded to Every Wednesday; New Policy Set to Begin Next Month

SEOUL — The South Korean government has officially moved to expand its flagship "Culture Day" program from once a month to every Wednesday, aiming to make cultural participation a st

Gwanghwamun to Freeze for BTS: Gyeongbokgung Palace and Museums to Close for Historic Comeback

SEOUL — In an unprecedented move, Seoul’s historic heart is preparing to come to a standstill for the return of the global pop icons, BTS. The Royal Palaces and Tombs Center announced on F

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Robe ESPRITE Illuminates Singapore Ballet's 'Swan Lake' Stage: Singapore – The Singapore Ballet's production of 'Swan Lake' at the Esplanade Theatres by the Bay, Singapore' has created a ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.05.24

San Miguel, Paraguay, Prepares to Host the 34th 'Ovecha Rague' Festival: Misiones, San Miguel, Paraguay – San Miguel, the Wool Capital of Paraguay in the Misiones department, is gearing up to host ...; Greace Nunez Correspondent 2025.05.23

Salesianito to Host Art Exhibition at ‘El Cabildo’ in Celebration of its 125th Anniversary: Asunción, Paraguay – 'Colegio y Escuela Técnica Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, Salesianito', an insti ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.05.23

An Enchanting Encounter of Music and Poetry: Víctor Riveros and Andrés Colmán Gutiérrez Present 'The Music of Words': ASUNCIÓN, Paraguay – A unique cultural event is set to unfold this Saturday, May 24, at the América Theater in ...; Desk 2025.05.23

Paraguay Seals First Film Co-production Agreement at Cannes Film Festival: Historic Deal with France Opens New Horizons for Paraguayan Cinema: Asunción, Paris – The governments of Paraguay and France have forged a historic film co-production agreement (Acuerdo ...; Desk 2025.05.22

Gyeongju to Host 'Gyeongju International & APEC Music Festival' in June to Celebrate Success of 2025 APEC Summit: Gyeongju, South Korea – In anticipation of the successful hosting of the 2025 APEC Summit, Gyeongju City will hold the 'Gyeo ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.05.21

Singapore Grand Prix 2025: A Symphony of Speed and Sound with Headliners Elton John, Foo Fighters, G-Dragon, and More: Singapore – Following its recent accolade at the prestigious Formula 1 Promoter Awards, where it clinched the ‘Best Fa ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.05.19

'Mother Monster' Roars Back: Lady Gaga Ignites Singapore with 'Lion City Mayhem' After 13-Year Absence: Singapore National Stadium – The reigning queen of pop, the iconic 'Mother Monster' Lady Gaga, unleashed a spectacular open ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.05.19

South Chungcheong Province Showcases Rural Charms at Hometown Outing Festival: SEJONG CITY – South Chungcheong Province successfully held the 10th annual 'Hometown Outing Festival' from May 16th to 18th ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.05.18

Taiwanese Drama 'Zero Day' Sparks Controversy with Realistic Depiction of Chinese Invasion, Foretells Profound Impact: "Will war really happen?" The TV anchor delivers the news of China's blockade of Taiwan and the imminent possibility of an attack ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.05.13

Netflix's 'The Eternaut' Provides Unexpected $35 Million Windfall for Argentina's Struggling Economy: In a surprising turn of events that offers a glimmer of hope amidst a severe downturn in its domestic film industry, Argentina has ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.05.11

Mokpo Gears Up for Three-Day Music Extravaganza at '2025 Mokpo Music Play': Mokpo, South Korea – The vibrant port city of Mokpo in South Jeolla Province is set to host a grand musical celebration, the ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.05.10

Seoul Blooms with a Kaleidoscope of Spring Festivals: Seoul, South Korea - The heart of Seoul is pulsating with the vibrant energy of spring festivals throughout May, transforming the ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.05.10

Korean Literature Shines as Han Kang Documentary Wins Top Prize at Houston International Film Festival: A documentary delving into the life and literary world of Han Kang, the globally acclaimed author who made history as the first As ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.05.10

Frieze New York Opens, K-Art's Presence on the Rise: At the international art fair Frieze New York, which opened in New York City, a significant number of works by Korean artists were ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.05.09

Mokpo Melodies Resonate: 'Music Play' Festival Set to Amplify City's Sonic Identity: Mokpo, a vibrant port city nestled in South Jeolla Province, is poised to transform into a dynamic hub of musical celebration with ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.05.09

Siheung Civic Chorale Embarks on a Global Melodic Expedition with 'A Different Musical Journey': Siheung, South Korea – The Siheung Civic Chorale is poised to transport audiences on a captivating sonic voyage with its upc ...; Desk 2025.05.08

Siheung 'Mulwang Art Festival' Opens: A Citizen-Participatory Art Festival Held: Siheung City (Mayor Lim Byeong-taek) announced that the 32nd Mulwang Art Festival will be held from May 9th to 11th under the them ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2025.05.08

Municipal Blunder in Netherlands Leads to Accidental Disposal of Andy Warhol Portrait: A regrettable incident in the Netherlands has brought the often-delicate world of art preservation into sharp focus, as authoritie ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.05.08

Namhae's German Village Gears Up for '2025 Maifest,' Blending Bavarian Spring Tradition with Korean Coastal Charm: NAMHAE COUNTY, South Korea – Nestled along the picturesque southern coast of South Korea, Namhae County is preparing to host ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.05.08