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Honoring a Legacy: Poet Oh Dong-chun Recognized for Lifelong Dedication to Hangul and Sijo Poetry

SEOUL — Renowned sijo poet and educator Oh Dong-chun has been named the recipient of the Social Contribution Award at the 24th Yonsei Literature Awards. Conferred by the Yonsei University Colleg
Bongeunsa Temple to Host 2026 Patriotic Buddhism Cultural Festa

Seoul, South Korea — Bongeunsa Temple, a thousand-year-old temple nestled in the heart of Seoul, is set to host the 2026 Patriotic Buddhism Cultural Festa from November 14 to 15. Organized by t

Gangwon Residence Hall Hosts 10th Annual Cultural Festival with Fairy Tale Theme

SEOUL — The Dobong branch of Gangwon Residence Hall recently brought residents together for a day of imagination and community bonding, hosting its milestone 10th annual cultural festival on Nov

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Busan Named 'Best Incentive Destination in Asia' at 2026 M&C Asia Stella Awards: BUSAN, South Korea — Busan has solidified its reputation as a premier global hub for business tourism, winning the "Best Inc ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.08.20

Chungnam Content Institute Targets Global Markets at Gamescom 2026 in Cologne: COLOGNE, Germany – The Chungnam Content Institute (acting director Son Byung-sun) announced on August 19, 2026, that it will ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.08.20

Cheonan K-Culture Expo 2026: Immersing the Independence Hall in the Global Wave of Hallyu: CHEONAN, South Korea – The Independence Hall of Korea, a site deeply rooted in the nation's history, is set to undergo a vib ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.08.20

'Gyeongbuk International AI & Metaverse Film Festival' to Open on September 3rd… 3,403 Entries from 97 Countries: Gyeongsangbuk-do is accelerating the expansion of its industrial ecosystem based on the 'Gyeongbuk International AI & Metavers ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.08.19

Design Miami Seoul 2026: Blurring the Lines Between Art and Furniture: Is it art, or is it furniture? This is the central question posed by the unique pieces on display at this year’s "Design Mia ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.08.18

The 29th Boryeong Mud Festival: Achieving Success in Content, Nighttime Attractions, and Regional Co-prosperity Despite the Heatwave: Despite the difficult conditions caused by the heatwave, the 29th Boryeong Mud Festival proved its competitiveness once again as K ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.08.14

The 16th Ethiopia-gil World Festival & Meskel Festival: Topic: Accepting unpublished photos under the theme of coffee culture from August 1 to September 4Scope: Art photography capturing ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2026.08.10

Riot Games Hosts Largest-Ever TFT Festival at The Hyundai Seoul to Launch 'Sylvan Secrets' Set: Riot Games is hosting the largest-ever offline Teamfight Tactics (TFT) event in South Korea to celebrate the upcoming release of i ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.08.09

Culinary Fusion: Filipino Chefs Reframe Local Heritage Cuisine Using U.S. Blueberries: MANILA — Long considered a luxury item strictly reserved for breakfast smoothies, sweet crepes, and bakery muffins, the humb ...; Ana Fernanda Reporter 2026.08.02

Spider-Man 4 Reaches 2 Million Viewers in Record Time This Year: SEOUL — Spider-Man: Brand New Day (commonly referred to as Spider-Man 4) has officially shattered this year’s domestic ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.08.02

Thumbnail-Sized Turtles Become Gen Z's Ultimate Good Luck Charms Amid Economic Downturn: SEOUL — In front of computer monitors, atop smartphone cases, and dangling from backpack zippers, a quiet yet viral phenomen ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.08.02

24th Sejong Jochiwon Peach Festival Concludes with Great Success, Cementing Its Reputation as a Premier Summer Festival: The "24th Sejong Jochiwon Peach Festival," which turned the entire city of Sejong into a hub of excitement centered around the 118 ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.07.28

BTS Partners with the British Museum to Illuminate Korean Heritage Through 'Arirang' Gallery Trail: In an unprecedented marriage of contemporary pop-culture phenomena and ancient historical preservation, global icon BTS has teamed ...; Desk 2026.07.16

Baek Geum-ja Wooriot to Host 'Musical Costume Fashion Gala Show' at DDP: Baek Geum-ja (C) Han Jiil The "Musical Costume Fashion Gala Show," specially curated by Baek Geum-ja Wooriot, will be held fro ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.07.14

4 Botanical Gardens in the Seoul Metropolitan Area for a Perfect Summer Escape: As the sweltering heat of summer begins, many are searching for the perfect weekend getaway. For those who want to find refreshmen ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.07.04

Actress Oh Yoon-ah Announces Remarriage After 11 Years: "I Will Continue to Live Happily": Actress Oh Yoon-ah (46) has officially announced her remarriage. On July 3, Oh shared the news through her personal YouTube chann ...; Hwang Sujin Reporter 2026.07.04

Beethoven’s ‘Choral’ Returns: A Summer Night in Busan Filled with Joy: BUSAN, South Korea — The Busan Concert Hall, a landmark of culture in this port city, celebrated its first anniversary on Ju ...; Cho Kijo Reporter 2026.07.03

‘2026 MyK FESTA’ Concludes Successfully, Attracting 56,000 Domestic and International Visitors: (c) Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism The ‘2026 MyK FESTA,’ which attracted approximately 56,000 domestic and ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2026.07.02

Global Gathering of 31 Countries: ‘K-Book Copyright Market’ Kicks Off, Pushing for 1,850 Export Consultations: Publishing and content companies from 31 countries around the world have gathered in Korea to expand the global market for ‘ ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2026.06.23

"I am the Star": Cat Crashes 'Romeo and Juliet' Performance in Turkey: IZMIR, Turkey — A local theatrical production took an unexpected turn when an uninvited guest decided to take center stage. ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2026.06.18