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Ludovico Einaudi: composer behind soundtrack of our lives
Italian composer with 39 billion global streams talks about source of inspiration ahead of his visit to Korea You may not recognize the name Ludovico Einaudi, but chances are you've heard his music. The Italian composer’s delicate piano melodies have resonated worldwide, featured in films, advertisements and streaming playlists. His compositions have surpassed 39 billion global streams -- more than Mozart or Beethoven in the digital era -- while his track “Experience” has amassed 15.6 billion vi
Feb. 24, 2025 - 14:10:58
Hanwha Life Esports credits LCK Cup win to teamwork and champion knowledge
HLE to represent LCK in First Stand Tournament Hanwha Life Esports, who secured victory over League of Legends powerhouse Gen.G in the LoL Champions Korea Cup finals on Sunday, credited their success to strategic team play and a deep understanding of each champion’s weaknesses. The best-of-five series, spanning over some four hours, saw Hanwha Life Esports claim a 3-2 triumph, earning the title of the first-ever LCK Cup champions. A key feature of the tournament was the "fearless draft," a uniqu
Feb. 24, 2025 - 13:16:51
Korea aims to enhance maritime leadership at 2028 UN Ocean Conference
Oceans Minister Kang plans to propose ‘Ocean Digital’ to address ocean challenges through use of digital technologies during April Our Ocean Conference As a nation bordered by the sea on three sides, South Korea is emerging as a major maritime powerhouse on the global stage. With a robust shipping industry, state-of-the-art ports like Busan and Incheon boasting impressive cargo capacities, and a leading position in shipbuilding, South Korea is well-positioned to influence maritime policies world
Feb. 23, 2025 - 15:44:50
K-pop stars Hyojung, Jinho talk about AI, robots
Taking the lead roles in musical "A Thousand Blues," K-pop singers discuss how the musical has changed them for better The musical adaptation of “A Thousand Blues,” which premiered in May last year, is returning this month and bringing two K-pop stars back to musical theater -- Jinho of boy group Pentagon and Hyojung of girl group Oh My Girl. Seoul Performing Arts Company's production of "A Thousand Blues," a musical based on Cheon Seon-ran's acclaimed sci-fi novel of the same name, has changed
Feb. 23, 2025 - 14:10:55
Dancing to faraway places where memory, dreams weave new lands
99 Art Company's 'Les Voyageurs du Lointain' bridges West African, Korean cultures A group of dancers chant softly, occasionally repeating the phrase "Yiriba, yiriba." Reverently carrying a balafon, the barefoot dancers circle the stage, which trembles gently under their rhythmic stomps. The scene transports the audience into the world of "pian," a term in Korean that suggests a faraway realm beyond reality. “Les Voyageurs du Lointain" (French for "The Voyagers to Afar”) is a new work by 99 Art
Feb. 20, 2025 - 17:18:50
North Korean military quickly adapting to modern war, gaining Russian expertise: Ukrainian envoy
North Korea may have sent thousands more troops to make up for huge losses, ambassador says North Korean forces in Ukraine are rapidly evolving and absorbing Russian tactics and expertise, raising fears their involvement in the war could upset the military balance on and around the Korean Peninsula, according to the Ukrainian ambassador to South Korea, Dmytro Ponomarenko. Ponomarenko met with The Korea Herald for an interview ahead of the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukra
Feb. 19, 2025 - 18:17:40
Exclusive [Exclusive] 'Blue Ocean's service resumption delayed by lack of transparency'
US alternative trading system Blue Ocean and former partner firm Fundamental Interactions trade blame over massive system outage in August US alternative stock trading platform Blue Ocean has been unable to resume its trading service in South Korea for months with no clear explanation. The main reason could be its lack of transparency in dealing with last August's server outage, according to the CEO of a former partner company that is currently engaged in a lawsuit with the system's operator, Bl
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Post-'Parasite,' Choi Woo-shik says he is evolving
Choi returns to romantic lead role in Netflix series 'Melo Movie' "Parasite" star Choi Woo-shik has returned to the small screen as a rare leading man in a romance series with Netflix's "Melo Movie" on Valentine's Day. In the series, Choi embodies an actor-turned-film critic who finds himself drawn to an aspiring director, portrayed by Park Bo-young. "Melo Movie" stands as one of the few projects in Choi's extensive filmography where he takes center stage in a purely romantic narrative. Reflecti
Feb. 17, 2025 - 18:32:00
Olive Young goes to Harvard: Beauty retailer’s strategy featured in HBR
Researcher intrigued by how Olive Young defended its home turf from US beauty giant Sephora A recent in-depth research paper published for the Harvard Business Review has documented the journey of Korea's largest beauty and health retailer, CJ Olive Young, offering an analysis of the company’s growth strategy, innovative approaches in the beauty market and the challenges it faces as it leaps toward global expansion. Co-authored by Rebecca Karp, an assistant professor at Harvard Business School a
Feb. 17, 2025 - 15:26:43
Jonas Kaufmann brings intimacy of art songs, grandeur of opera
Celebrated tenor to perform two concerts in Seoul next month Ten years have passed since Jonas Kaufmann's triumphant Korea debut, a performance that garnered over 30 curtain calls and five encores. Next month, the celebrated tenor returns to Seoul, presenting two concerts -- one dedicated to German lieder, or art songs, and one focused on opera arias. On March 4, Kaufmann will present a program that reflects his deep, decadeslong passion for German lieder, a genre he describes as having a unique
Feb. 17, 2025 - 12:00:59
'Korean diaspora is driving force behind Hallyu'
President of World Assembly of Korean Associations vows support for Korean groups worldwide where government efforts fall short South Korea’s rise in soft power, driven by the global surge of its popular culture, has garnered significant attention both in Korea and worldwide. Ko Sang-goo, president of the World Assembly of Korean Associations, seeks to highlight the often-overlooked role of the Korean diaspora -- the approximately 7.3 million Koreans or individuals of Korean descent living abroa
Feb. 17, 2025 - 09:29:47
Pharmearth CEO aims to redefine Korea's traditional skincare market
Jeanficial, a Seoul-based skincare solution provider launched in 2019, has recently rebranded itself as Pharmearth to mark a new phase in its growth. Since launching its distribution platform in 2021, its holistic approach to skincare — spanning cosmetic branding, consulting, and marketing — has set it apart from traditional providers, fueling steady financial growth and surpassing 40 billion won ($27.4 million) in domestic sales last year. “Our focus has always been on addressing the root cause
Feb. 16, 2025 - 13:40:47
'Single's Inferno' is Premier League of dating scene : creators
Hit dating reality show becomes Netflix Korea's first entertainment show to be greenlit for fifth season Attractive hopefuls came together to deliver viral moments and unforgettable romance on the latest season of Netflix Korea’s "Single’s Inferno," a dating reality show that not only captured hearts but also made history as the first Korean entertainment series on the platform to be greenlit for a fifth season. This season brought together 13 cast members from diverse professions, ranging from
Feb. 14, 2025 - 11:24:24
Heo Nanseolheon's timeless poetry lives on in new contemporary ballet work
Contemporary ballet ‘Heo Nan Seol Heon’ at Gangneung Arts Center this week Heo Nanseolheon (1563–1589), whose real name was Heo Cho-hui, is a beloved figure in Korean poetry. She left behind more than 200 timeless poems. Her works, however, emerged from the harsh realities of a tragic life lived in an era when women’s talents were often overlooked. She lived a life marked by neglect from her husband, the fall from grace of her family and the sorrow of losing two children in infancy. A recent art
Feb. 13, 2025 - 17:27:32
Fujita Mao, inspired by Korean musicians and culture, excited to present his first recital
26-year-old Japanese virtuoso discusses expanding his repertoire beyond Mozart and distancing from social media Japan’s rising pianist Fujita Mao has gained international acclaim for his interpretations of Mozart, including a highly praised recording of the complete Mozart Piano Sonatas, his debut album released in October 2022. Having performed the complete sonatas at major venues like the Verbier Festival, Wigmore Hall, and concert halls across Japan, Fujita, 26, is now set to showcase a diffe
Feb. 11, 2025 - 14:33:52
