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Korea’s homegrown nanosatellite successfully launches into space
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Ador CEO denies allegations, accuses Hybe of mistreating NewJeans
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[Herald Interview] 'Amid aging population, Korea to invite more young professionals from overseas'
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Nicaragua shuts down Seoul embassy
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Hybe's multilabel system tested amid conflict with Ador
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Rocket engine expert, ex-NASA exec to lead Korea's new space agency
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SNU profs to suspend treatment for one day
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SK hynix pledges W20tr to ramp up DRAM production at home
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Over-50s, men, single-person households take up majority of those filing for bankruptcy
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Pianist Cho Seong-Jin named Berlin Philharmonic's artist-in-residence
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Star producer Teddy’s plagiarism controversies drag on
K-pop producer Teddy has become embroiled in yet another plagiarism controversy. The producer, who has worked with big-name K-pop groups such as Big Bang and 2NE1, has recently come under fire for “Heroine,” K-pop solo artist Sunmi’s new single, which is being criticized for allegedly copying “Fight For This Love,” a hit of British singer Cheryl Cole.Teddy is no stranger to plagiarism allegations. The producer, who leads The Black Label, a music production subsidiary under YG Entertainment, land
Jan. 19, 2018
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Highlight’s Yang Yo-seob to return solo in February
Yang Yo-seob of K-pop group Highlight will return solo in mid-February after six years, his agency Around Us Entertainment said Friday. According to the agency, Yang recently wrapped up shooting concept photos for his upcoming solo album in Sapporo, Japan. He is scheduled to shoot a music video soon. The album’s release date has not been set yet. (Around Us Entertainment)The album, which will mark his first solo release since “Caffeine” in 2012, will consist of tracks composed and penned by the
Jan. 19, 2018
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Momoland’s JooE denies school bullying rumors
JooE of Momoland denied ongoing rumors that claimed she had bullied fellow students while at school. The singer’s agency Duble Kick Company on Friday released an official statement to rebut the rumors, saying it would legal action against any further rumors regarding the issue. The statement read, “Please help our girls, who have been trying their best every moment for their dreams, to not get hurt by those false rumors. From this moment on, we will take legal actions against such malicious acti
Jan. 19, 2018
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[Trending] #Sunmi #Teddy #Heroine #plagiarism
K-pop diva Sunmi has returned with the new single “Heroine,” and the song was plastered all over the internet Friday.(Read the article: Sunmi returns with ‘Heroine,’ backstory of ‘Gashina’)The song’s music video and photos were posted on the singer’s official Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts, receiving thousands of likes and shares. (1theK)“My new single ‘Heroine’ was just dropped. Please check this out,” Sunmi wrote on Instagram, along with a shortened version of the music video. The cl
Jan. 19, 2018
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Sunmi returns with ‘Heroine,’ backstory of ‘Gashina’
After blowing the ultimate kiss-off to an undeserving lover in “Gashina,” soloist Sunmi walked down memory lane with the song’s protagonist with her new single “Heroine.” The former Wonder Girls member, who has been on a winning streak since her first solo outing with tango-disco “24 Hours” in 2014, rattled the K-pop scene with her viral hit “Gashina” last summer. The chart-topping song was not only responsible for the “finger gun,” the most imitated dance of the year, but also played a huge rol
Jan. 18, 2018
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Sejong Center and Seoul Arts Center celebrate milestone anniversaries
The Sejong Center and Seoul Arts Center are celebrating milestone anniversaries this year with performances by internationally acclaimed artists. This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Sejong Arts Center, which has seen some 62 million people attend its shows since opening in 1978. It was the only classical music and performance venue in Seoul until the opening of the Seoul Arts Center in 1988 in time for the Seoul Olympics. The Sejong Arts Center has hosted numerous international and local
Jan. 18, 2018
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[Trending] #CelebFive
K-pop project group CelebFive took to MBC’s “Show Champion” on Wednesday night to stage a thrilling performance and get fans excited for the groups’ debut. The term “CelebFive” hit the top spot of a real-time trending topics on Naver throughout Thursday, while the footage circulated on social media platforms. (VIVO TV)CelebFive consists of comedians Song Eun-yi, Ahn Young-mi, Shin Bong-sun, Kim Shin-Young and Kim Young-hee. The five have gathered for web comedy show “PanBeolryo,” which airs via
Jan. 18, 2018
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Jung Joon-young to debut as pro-gamer
Singer-songwriter Jung Joon-young is ready to debut as a professional gamer, having joined Team Kongdoo, a professional gaming team.He will compete as a player of “PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds,” a multiplayer online shooting game. “Jung joined the team Wednesday in an official joining ceremony,” said Jeong’s management agency C9 Entertainment on Thursday. Kongdoo Co.’s CEO Seo Kyung-jong said, “We scouted Jung, valuing his skills and passion as a gamer.” “I certainly know the difference between
Jan. 18, 2018
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Chungha rides love’s ‘Roller Coaster’ in new single
K-pop soloist Chungha rides on a “Roller Coaster” of love in her first single of 2018.About six months after making a splash with her tropical hit “Why Don’t You Know” last summer, Chungha returned with her new single “Roller Coaster,” a lead track off her second EP “Offset,” released Wednesday. Chungha performs during a media showcase for her second EP, “Offset,” in Seoul on Wednesday. (MNH Entertainment)Chungha who rose to fame as a member of project girl group I.O.I, kicked off last year in
Jan. 18, 2018
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Singers in boots, new concept for Gugudan
Gugudan heralded its return on Jan. 31 with the single “Act.4 Cait Sith,” which will have the K-pop act brandishing a concept that centers on the “Puss in Boots” fairy tale.Jellyfish Entertainment on Thursday announced the concept for Gugudan’s upcoming single and its lead track “The Boots.” A promotional image for “Act.4 Cait Sith.” (Jellyfish Entertainment)According to the agency, the new record will feature the K-pop act’s interpretation of the European literary tale “Puss in Boots.” Popular
Jan. 18, 2018
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Singer-songwriter Jo Jung-chi to mark return on Jan. 26
Singer-songwriter Jo Jung-chi will return with a new full-length album on Jan. 26, his agency Mystic Entertainment said Wednesday.According to the agency, Jo’s upcoming album marks his first full-length album release since 2013’s sophomore effort “Posthumous Work.” Jo Jung-chi (Mystic Entertainment)“Jo, who has been loved by fans as a TV entertainer for his witty personality, will return as an artist after a long time. Jo’s new album will feature several talented musicians,” an agency official
Jan. 17, 2018
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Vienna Philharmonic’s concertmaster Rainer Kuchl to perform in Korea
Violinist Rainer Kuchl, who held the principal concertmaster post at the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra for 45 years, is to perform in Korea this week.Having started his career at the Vienna Philharmonic and Vienna State Opera in 1971 at the age of 20, Kuchl has performed with numerous acclaimed conductors, including Bohm, Bernstein, Karajan and Solti.Kuchl’s recital on Thursday at Kumho Art Hall in Seoul kicks off this year’s “Beautiful Thursday Kumho Art Hall Exclusive.” Violinist Rainer Kuchl
Jan. 16, 2018
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[Herald Interview] How Younha ‘rescued’ herself, found her voice again
Ever since her K-pop career began in 2006, Younha has often been described as one of the most talented singer-songwriters of today. Due to her chameleon-like vocal abilities and masterful songwriting -- which crossed genres from ballad to rock to jazz -- a renowned music critic once said, “I’d like to advise female musician wannabes to study Younha, who is truly the best musician, equipped with perfect vocal, breathing, tone and stability.”The songstress, however, stopped crafting her own music
Jan. 16, 2018
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Suzy to release EP ‘Faces of Love’
Suzy has lately been pursuing acting roles in drama series, but she is ready to shine as a singer once again with her new EP. Her management agency JYP Entertainment released details about Suzy’s new EP “Faces of Love” on Tuesday on its official social media account, including its track list, artworks and a video clip. The track list of “Faces of Love” (JYP Entertainment)In black-and-white footage, Suzy explains the themes of the songs, using facial expressions and body movements. The EP featur
Jan. 16, 2018
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Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra to perform in Korea
The Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by music director Jacek Kaspszyk, will perform Thursday at Lotte Concert Hall in southern Seoul.In 2016, the WPO performed in Korea along with the 2015 International Chopin Piano Competition prize winners, including the competition’s first-prize winner Cho Seong-Jin. Jacek Kaspszyk, music director of the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra (Vincero)This time, the Polish orchestra will perform with Austrian pianist Ingolf Wunder, a prize winner at the Chopi
Jan. 15, 2018
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[Next Wave] Wetter hopes to revive rock ’n’ roll spirit
From their punky hairstyles to outfits straight out of the 1980s, there is something clearly different, and special, about Wetter. Named after a hope to “wet” people with its music, the four-piece rock band is a rarity in the Korean music scene: Its music isn’t peppered with trendy synthesizers or studio technologies. The stripped-down sound heavily focuses on the pure sounds of the instruments themselves, echoing rock legends the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. “Rock, it’s about pursuing classi
Jan. 15, 2018
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BoA sings ‘Man in the Mirror’ with Siedah Garrett
In honor of the late King of Pop Michael Jackson, K-pop singer BoA will release a live rendition of “Man in the Mirror,” sung with the song’s writer Siedah Garrett.S.M. Entertainment announced Monday that “Man in the Mirror (Live)” will be released via local music streaming websites at 6 p.m. Tuesday. It is part of the agency’s SM Station project, which involves S.M. artists releasing a song every week. BoA (right) and Siedah Garrett (S.M. Entertainment)Garrett, who jointly wrote the song with
Jan. 15, 2018
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BTS holds New Year meeting with global fan club Army
K-pop sensation BTS held a successful fan event called “Happy Ever After” at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul on Saturday and Sunday, its agency Big Hit Entertainment said Monday. BTS shared many happy memories with members of Army, which stands for Adorable Representative MC for Youth. Popular comedian-talk show host Kim Saeng-min accompanied the seven members throughout the talk session. (Big Hit Entertainment)The group wore special uniforms for the event and staged performances that have not been s
Jan. 15, 2018
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2AM’s Jo Kwon fires back at article mocking him
Jo Kwon of 2AM slammed an article with a headline that mocked the singer.On Thursday, Jo posted to his Twitter account a screen capture of a headline of a local media report, with a caption that said “I’ve been ignoring all the gossip and malicious comments about me, but this is surely the lowest of low among the articles I’ve seen.” (Jo Kwon`s Twitter)The headline read, “Jo Kwon, Is this real? Do you want to date this man? Sorry, I’m a married man,” along with a photo of the singer dressed as a
Jan. 14, 2018
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Pianist Cho Seong-jin awarded 8th Kumho Musician Award
Pianist Cho Seong-jin has been awarded the eighth Kumho Musician Award by the Kumho Asiana Cultural Foundation, the organization said Sunday. Pianist Cho Seong-jin (left) poses with Kumho Asiana Group Chairman Park Sam-koo at the eighth Kumho Musician Award ceremony in Seoul on Friday. (Kumho Asiana)“It is a great pleasure to present the award at Kumho Art Hall Yonsei,” Kumho Asiana Group Chairman Park Sam-koo said during the award ceremony held Friday. “I am very proud of Cho Seong-jin, who ha
Jan. 14, 2018