How this 20-year-old landed on J-Hope’s project

If you’re a BTS fan, you might recall the floating house in J-Hope’s recent music video, “Sweet Dreams (Feat. Miguel).” That surreal vision wasn't crafted by a veteran artist with decades of experience, but by Kim Onew, a 20-year-old 3D visual effects artist already making waves in the K-pop industry. Kim has already built an impressive resume at a young age. In addition to J-Hope, he’s created visuals for aespa, NewJeans and Stray Kids. His path is all the more remarkable in South Korea, where

April 23, 2025

South Korean employees work 14 yrs on average at major corporations

The average length of employment at South Korea’s major corporations has increased since 2020, despite economic uncertainty and a reported uptick in voluntary resignations and career changes. According to data released Wednesday by CEO Score, a corporate analytics firm, the average tenure at 80 of the nation’s top 100 companies by revenue reached 14.03 years in 2024, up from 13.55 years in 2020. The analysis covers companies that have consistently disclosed employment data over the past five yea

April 16, 2025

At Expo 2025 in Osaka, nations wear their identities up front

OSAKA, Japan — “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” the saying goes. But at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, the exteriors of many national pavilions offer a clear preview of what lies within. South Korea’s pavilion, sprawling over 3,500 square meters, makes a bold statement with a massive 27-by-10-meter digital media façade created by LG Electronics. It underscores the nation’s strong focus on technological innovation. The screen covers the entire front wall and features video of shifting cultural

April 14, 2025

Winds, rain, snow and hail sweep across Korea

Unseasonably cold temperatures swept across South Korea over the weekend, bringing gusty winds, rain, and even hail and snow to many parts of the country on Sunday. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration on Sunday, temperatures on Friday and Saturday fell more than 5 degrees Celsius below the seasonal average in most regions. The sharp drop was caused by a mass of cold air descending from the northwest, which clashed with warmer southern air to create a zone of intense atmospheric

April 13, 2025

From protest hub to photo spot

The area around the Constitutional Court of Korea in Jongno-gu, Seoul, is starting to relax after almost four months as a hub of impeachment protests. Following the court’s decision Friday to uphold the impeachment of now ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol, the atmosphere in the heavily policed neighborhood began to loosen up. By the Sunday of the first weekend after Friday's ruling, visitors were already strolling the streets that had two days earlier been sealed off via police buses and barricades. Da

April 6, 2025

Daegu hospital apologizes for nurse’s alleged newborn abuse

A hospital in Daegu issued a public apology on Saturday after a nurse in its neonatal intensive care unit was accused of abusing newborns and posting unsettling photos of them on social media. The nurse, who works at Daegu Catholic University Medical Center, ignited public outrage after sharing an image of herself holding an infant, with captions that appeared to suggest a desire to drop the baby. Further scrutiny revealed that this was not the first time she had posted such photos. In a two-min

April 6, 2025

The Korea Herald issues special edition on Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment

The Constitutional Court's decision to uphold former President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment Friday saw extensive media coverage, including a 4-page extra edition of The Korea Herald. Distributed in high-traffic areas in Seoul, such as Gwanghwamun Square, the extra edition covered the day's developments and the decision's impact on the country. A photograph of the ousted president, grim-faced in a black suit, dominated the front page, alongside a lead story detailing the court’s decision, the upco

April 6, 2025

Yoon supporters rally in rain, but turnout noticeably smaller

A day after Yoon's ousting, Seoul's usual protest site sees fewer demonstrators A day after the Constitutional Court finalized President Yoon Suk Yeol’s removal from office, his supporters gathered at their usual protest spot — Gwanghwamun Square in central Seoul. However, their numbers were noticeably smaller, reflecting a clear loss of momentum. The pro-Yoon rally started at 1 p.m. amid rain, and its turnout was far smaller than the 30,000 attendees organizers had initially told authorities to

April 5, 2025

Presidential hopefuls gear up for race; Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo first to enter

With the earlier-than-scheduled exit of President Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korean politicians are quickly moving into election campaign mode. On Saturday, a day after Yoon’s removal from office was finalized by the Constitutional Court, Daegu Mayor Hong Joon-pyo hinted at stepping down to focus on the presidential race. “I have been thoroughly preparing for this election, considering it the final mission of my 30-year political career. Starting next week, I will proceed step by step with the necessa

April 5, 2025

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April 5, 2025