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Exhibition of artifacts from King Muryeong ‘s tomb kicks off in Gongju

CultureSept 13, 2021

It was announced at the time that around 4,600 artifacts had been found in the tomb, but more than 600 additional relics were discovered over the next 50 years, the museum said. All 5,232 items that...
Hair designer Cha Hong looks back on 10-year career

FashionSept 13, 2021

Hair styling is more than just technique, hair styles have stories to tell, Cha says
Garden at Deoksugung vitalized with contemporary art

Arts&DesignSept 13, 2021

Yun Suk-nam’s latest installation work, made of recycled waste wood, represents Yun’s imaginary conversation with the old tree planted during King Gojong’s reign near the end of the Joseon era, aroun...
[Larry Corey] What we know about delta and vaccination

HealthSept 12, 2021

Sobering findings of the past few weeks have shaken both the American and scientific psyche. People have had to reassess their perceptions about the COVID-19 vaccines, and the reemergence of an epide...
Korea International Tourism Show 2021 prepares post-pandemic travels

TravelSept 12, 2021

The KITS Awards’ grand prize in the metropolitan government category went to Gangwon Province for taking the initiative to follow strict pandemic guidelines, swiftly adapting to the emphasis on “safe...
Seoul International Book Fair ends with hopes for new chapter post-pandemic

BooksSept 12, 2021

Some of the lectures and sessions from this year’s fair can be watched via the Seoul International Book Fair’s YouTube channel.
[Weekender] Dead poets’ salons

TravelSept 11, 2021

Traces of literary figures remain in the rustic alleys of Seoul
[Eye Plus] A look into the past

CultureSept 11, 2021

The National Folk Museum of Korea invites sightseers to view its open storage space in Paju, Gyeonggi Province, that contains everyday items from times past, allowing them to revel in nostalgia. The...
[Photo News] Swallowtail Butterflies Welcome Autumn

CultureSept 11, 2021

Swallowtail butterflies are large, colorful butterflies but they have been becoming harder to spot since the destruction of nature that accompanied industrial development in the 20th century. On the...
[Visual History of Korea] The Baekje Empire of East Asia distilled in gilt-bronze incense burner

CultureSept 11, 2021

Japan’s Emperor Akihito, at his 68th birthday press conference, announced that “he felt personal attachment to Korea” because of the blood ties of his ancestors. “I, for my part, feel a certain kinsh...
Concept Korea to roll out fashion film during New York Fashion Week

Arts&DesignSept 11, 2021

This year, Concept Korea focused on a selection of brands that featured sustainability. The fashion brand Ul:kin’s spring/summer 2022 collection centers around upcycling, incorporating materials from...
Incheon Airport pins hope on bid for world-renowned museum

Arts&DesignSept 11, 2021

Incheon Airport has pinned its hopes on a bid to set up a globally renowned museum at the airport by 2024. If the plan is realized, the airport will allocate two sites for the museum, including Term...
‘Nego King’ wins top prize at Korean content fair

CultureSept 10, 2021

YouTube show “Nego King” won the grand prize Thursday at Broadcast Worldwide 2021, a Korea Creative Content Agency fair held to recognize outstanding new media content and bring South Korean content ...
Pianist Paik Kun-woo, daughter refute allegations of negligence concerning actress Yun Jung-hee

PeopleSept 10, 2021

Pianist Paik Kun-woo and violinist Paik Jin-hi denied claims that the two have been negligent in the care of pianist Paik’s wife, actor Yun Jung-Hee, who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease. Pianist Pa...
King Sejong Literacy Prize goes to organizations in Guatemala, India, South Africa

CultureSept 10, 2021

Three organizations -- one from Guatemala, one from India and one from South Africa -- received the 32nd UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize for promoting literacy in developing countries. UNESCO awar...