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Former professional baseball player and current broadcaster Hwang Jae-kyun visits a musical theater in South Korea. Photo courtesy of Hwang Jae-kyun’s Instagram.

Hwang Jae-gyun Launches YouTube Career as ‘Illuhwang’ After 18kg Weight Loss

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Hwang Jae-gyun, the former South Korean professional baseball infielder, has opened a new chapter as a media creator, launching his YouTube channel “Illuhwang” on August 25. The debut marks a clear pivot from a 20-year sports career to broadcasting and personal content, arriving just weeks after he drew public attention for losing 18 kilograms over […]

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Broadcaster Jung Sun-hee shares a glimpse of her daily life on Instagram.

Comedian Jung Sun-hee Shares Updated Perspective on Dating, Emphasizing Patience Over Rushing

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South Korean television personality and comedian Jung Sun-hee has clarified why she has not entered a new relationship in recent years, saying she is not avoiding romance but choosing not to rush it. In a candid conversation, she emphasized that any future partnership would have to fit her current way of living and account for

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A photographer in his 30s was arrested for secretly installing a camera in a women’s dressing room and illegally filming visitors. The photo is unrelated to the incident.

Wedding Photographer Arrested for Installing Hidden Camera in Women’s Dressing Room in South Korea

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A wedding photographer in his 30s has been arrested and detained in South Korea for secretly installing a small camera inside a women’s dressing room at a wedding hall in central Seoul. The Seoul Jungbu (Central) Police Department said more than 10 victims have been identified so far, and investigators are examining whether additional victims

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Jang Mi-ran, reported missing in Jeju in May, shown in a family-provided photo.

37-Year-Old Woman Reported Contacted Remains Missing for Three Months as Police Investigate Initial Response

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South Korean authorities on Jeju Island are reexamining their initial response to a missing-persons case after a 37-year-old woman, Jang Mi-ran, disappeared in May and has not been heard from for more than three months. A Jeju-based officer initially reported contacting Jang and confirming her safety, a claim that led to the case being closed.

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BTS’s “Permission to Dance” Surpasses 700 Million Views on YouTube, Becomes Group’s 10th Entry to Reach the Milestone

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Global pop sensation BTS has added another achievement to their remarkable digital legacy, as the music video for their 2021 single “Permission to Dance” surpassed 700 million views on YouTube. The group’s agency, BigHit Music, confirmed the milestone on December 11, noting that the video hit the mark at approximately 5:14 p.m. KST the previous

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ungkook, one of BTS's youngest members
ungkook, one of BTS's youngest members

From Seoul to the World: How South Korea’s Cultural Power Is Reshaping Global Norms

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SEOUL — In a season marked by cultural milestones, South Korea’s influence continues to expand well beyond its borders — not only through its globally recognized pop music industry, but also through literature, visual arts, and even children’s exhibitions. This week, BTS became the first Korean artists to receive a Presidential Commendation at the Korea

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