A photo appearing to show Brad Pitt strolling through Seoul’s Bukchon Hanok Village sparked buzz online after it was shared by Korean actor Jeong Yoonmin — but the image later turned out to be AI-generated. Jeong initially posted the photo on Instagram with the caption: “To think I met...
K-pop idols Jaehyun of NCT and Kim Woo-seok have officially been discharged from the South Korean military. Both 29, Jaehyun and Kim Woo-seok enlisted on Nov. 4, 2024, and completed their 18-month mandatory service. “Discharged,” NCT’s official X account posted on May 3, sharing photos of...
Filipino singing sensation Gwyn Dorado has claimed first place on Netflix Korea’s reality music show “Famous Singers Need a Hit Song,” marking a major milestone in her rising international career. The 21-year-old artist, currently based in South Korea, impressed both judges and audiences...
The Philippines has taken a major step in fortifying its digital defenses after the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) and the Republic of Korea formally signed an agreement to establish a National Cyber Security Center (NCSC) in the country. The Records of Discussion...
April, when cherry blossoms reach full bloom, marks the peak of spring in Korea. In central Seoul, where skyscrapers dominate the skyline, those in search of a quieter, more tranquil landscape often head to Bukchon. Set between Gyeongbok Palace and Changdeok Palace, with Mount Bukak in the...
Demand is growing for affordable ways to relax and enjoy a day out. Seochon in central Seoul is a popular place for day trips within the city, where people can stroll in an atmospheric neighborhood and visit traditional Korean houses and indulge in their special atmosphere. Places like the Hong...
K-pop idol and actor Ok Taecyeon, 37, of boy group 2PM, tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend on April 24. The couple held a garden wedding ceremony at Yeong Bin Gwan of The Shilla Hotel in Seoul, attended by family and close friends. Reports said the bride, a non-celebrity, is four years...
Siheung Gaetgol Eco Park sits quietly in Siheung City, Gyeonggi Province. It is wide, green, and full of open skies. It feels like a place where time slows down. The park is also a familiar sight for K-drama fans. The hit series “Encounter,” starring Song Hye-kyo and Park Bo-gum, filmed scenes...
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme. The...
A Filipino pastry chef is competing in the new Korean food reality series “Bite Me Sweet,” a Viu Original which premiered on April 17. The show is hosted by Korean actor Yoon Shi-yoon, known for the Korean dramas “Bread, Love and Dreams,” “Your Honor” and “Psychopath Diary.” ...
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Monday it test-launched ballistic missiles with cluster bomb warheads in the second such test this month, likely underscoring its push to expand its capabilities to penetrate U.S. and South Korean defenses. The report by the North’s official Korean...
SUWON CITY, South Korea - Suwon City, about 30 km from Seoul, is a favorite destination for fans of Korean dramas. Some of the Korean dramas that were filmed in Suwon include “Lovely Runner” starring Byeon Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon, “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” starring Park Eun-bin, ...
