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Doh Kyung-soo brings quiet intensity to 'Secret'
Versatile K-pop star takes on piano scores, love notes Doh Kyung-soo speaks barely above a whisper at a cafe in Seoul's Samcheong-dong. Wearing a flannel shirt and a backward baseball cap, he maintains a deadpan expression that occasionally cracks into inadvertent humor, prompting ripples of laughter from the group of reporters. "I'm a very normal person," he says with such sincerity that it elicits another round of laughter. "I just sit around watching YouTube cooking videos in my spare time,"
Jan. 23, 2025 - 16:06:37
'Lone wolf' lawmaker determined to end far-right populism
Rep. Kim Sang-wook, who vocally supports Yoon's impeachment, wary of clash of ideologies, seeks to promote 'healthy conservatism' When the ruling People Power Party staged a mass boycott of the National Assembly late last year to oppose the opposition-led bill to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, one first-term lawmaker from the conservative party chose to break ranks. Despite fierce criticism from his colleagues and risking his political career, Rep. Kim Sang-wook, a 45-year-old conservative law
Jan. 23, 2025 - 14:54:46
Unique character the core of 'Study Group': director
Popular webtoon gets 'Kick-Ass'-style screen adaptation Tving original series "Study Group" will bring the wildly popular Naver Webtoon of the same name to life, fusing quirky character dynamics with a vibrant visual style, according to director Lee Jang-hoon on Wednesday. The 10-episode series follows Ga-min (Hwang Min-hyun), an academic underachiever in a school where one's social ranking is determined by physical prowess. Amid the chaos of school life, Ga-min, who comes to find that he excels
Jan. 23, 2025 - 12:00:00
In 'Dark Nuns,' Song Hye-kyo finds freedom in measured horror
Small screen goddess ventures into supernatural thriller with measured swagger With a slight smile forming, Song Hye-Kyo says, "I'm actually more of a realist, so not really into the supernatural stuff." "I did try tarot though," she adds. The observation comes with her characteristic nonchalance as she sits in a quiet cafe in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, her silhouette emanating an understated elegance that feels less calculated than innate. This sense of earned confidence, born of decades of experie
Jan. 22, 2025 - 18:19:29
Mayor leads Yongin's aspirations for chip sector leadership
Yongin, a city in Gyeonggi Province, is gearing up to lead the semiconductor industry under a mayor committed to investing all the city's administrative capacity to achieve the goal of becoming a global chip hub. “Our vision of making Yongin a global semiconductor hub is taking shape,” said Mayor Lee Sang-il of Yongin Special City in an interview with The Korea Herald. “We will mobilize all administrative resources to ensure this project progresses smoothly and continues to attract world-class e
Jan. 22, 2025 - 15:02:10
Fescaro CTO stresses comprehensive approach to vehicle cybersecurity
Addressing hacking threats to vehicle software programs has become increasingly critical as vehicles evolve into "computers on wheels," relying more heavily on chips and software. Lee Hyun-jung, the chief technology officer at mobility software solutions provider Fescaro, emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to ensure robust vehicle cybersecurity. Based in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, Fescaro collaborates with Korean automakers to provide security software that protects vehicles from ha
Jan. 22, 2025 - 10:38:58
Sound effects you hear in ‘Squid Game’ are created by this man
Foley artist Lee Chung-gyu says his best work is the kind you won’t notice — perfectly natural, seamlessly part of the story In the second season of “Squid Game,” players vote to end the deadly competition by pressing buttons marked "O" and "X." And in a small studio in Gangnam, Seoul, Foley artist Lee Chung-gyu is bringing that tense moment to life — not by pressing real buttons, but by using children’s toys to mimic the sound. When the recruiter character, played by Gong Yoo, faces off against
Jan. 21, 2025 - 14:12:03
Cho Seong-jin enters Ravel’s world and brings it to audiences
Celebrated pianist shares lifelong connection to Ravel's music, reflects on 10 years since Chopin win With 'Ravel: Complete Piano Works,' Cho embarks on three-hour recital Celebrated pianist Cho Seong-jin vividly recalls his first encounter with French composer Maurice Ravel, even though it was nearly 20 years ago. “I was in the fifth grade in elementary school when I first learned Ravel’s music. I performed ‘Alborada Del Gracioso’ ('The Jester's Aubade') at a recital at Kumho Art Hall. Prior t
Jan. 20, 2025 - 20:15:44
Korean firms must bolster planning, highlight role in US economy under Trump 2.0: expert
As Donald Trump assumes office for a second term on Monday, South Korean businesses are bracing for sweeping changes in US trade policies that could thrust them into considerable uncertainty. From potential tariff hikes to aggressive trade strategies and the rollback of green initiatives, Korea’s export-driven companies are gauging the risks and opportunities in the world’s largest economy. Amid these potential disruptions, firms must be equipped with “robust scenarios” and engage effectively wi
Jan. 20, 2025 - 15:49:56
How moderate ruling party lawmaker joined vanguard of pro-Yoon protesters
5-term lawmaker throws himself into center of controversy, leading fight for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol amid accusations of inciting extremists Since President Yoon Suk Yeol's Dec. 3 botched imposition of martial law, five-term lawmaker and ruling People Power Party Rep. Yoon Sang-hyun has been at the center of controversy. In a shift from his previous image as a moderate within the ruling party, Rep. Yoon has recently become a far-right advocate and staunch supporter of the impeached and
Jan. 20, 2025 - 13:50:49
Edward Lee reflects on his culinary journey from Netflix show to reconnecting with Korea
Star chef of 'Culinary Class Wars' embraces his busiest moment yet For Korean-American chef Edward Lee, being the runner-up on Netflix’s hit cooking competition show “Culinary Class Wars” was yet another defining moment in his illustrious career. Now, he says, he’s living his long-harbored dream of exploring Korea more deeply, rediscovering himself and reconnecting with his Korean heritage in recent months. Based in Washington, D.C., Lee now travels to Korea almost every month. His visits are pa
Jan. 20, 2025 - 00:01:00
KFS director targets Latin America for forest carbon sink initiatives
Protecting forests -- the lungs of our planet -- seems no longer a matter of choice in the face of intensifying climate crises worldwide. To tackle these challenges, Nam Song-hee, director general of the International Forest Affairs Bureau of the Korea Forest Service, drew attention to the Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation Plus, or REDD+, a forest conservation initiative under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Designed to combat climate change
Jan. 19, 2025 - 15:04:09
Singer-songwriter An Shinae celebrates life
After years of laying low in Jeju, An returns with vibrant, hopeful energy From a vocal group member to producer and songwriter, An Shinae has carved out her niche in the competitive music industry before taking a yearslong break. Following the digital single "Dear City" released last July, An solidified her return as a singer-songwriter Wednesday with the new EP, "Dear Life." “The first series focused on healing the pain of city life, while the new one explores the expanded possibilities that c
Jan. 18, 2025 - 16:00:00
Drug scene 'embarrassing' for 'Squid Game' actor Choi Seung-hyun, formerly Big Bang's T.O.P
Rapper-turned-actor quashes ideas of returning to Big Bang, but hints at solo music Choi Seung-hyun, formerly known as rapper T.O.P from K-pop juggernaut Big Bang, marked his return to the screen after an 11-year hiatus in season two of "Squid Game." Previously embroiled in a scandal following a conviction for marijuana use that led to a 10-month suspended jail sentence in 2017, Choi's journey back to the limelight may be a tale of self-reflection. In the newest season of "Squid Game," Choi port
Jan. 16, 2025 - 08:51:00
Solar returns as emotional 'Mata Hari'
Mamamoo singer aspires to become trusted stage performer Solar, known as part of K-pop girl group Mamamoo, boasts 10 years of experience captivating audiences through singing and dancing. However, her journey in musical theater began only relatively recently in 2022, when she took on the role of Mata Hari in the eponymous musical. The singer's musical debut came about through a recommendation from renowned music director Kim Moon-jeong. Known for embracing challenges with a unique style througho
Jan. 15, 2025 - 13:40:33
