Philip Goldberg, the U.S. ambassador to Korea, met with Gov. Lee Cheol-woo of North Gyeongsang Province on Oct. 8 to strengthen cooperation. The visit marked the first time Ambassador Goldberg has traveled to the province since his appointment as the 33rd U.S. ambassador to Korea in 2022. The discussion focused on strengthening the relationship and […]

According to industry observers on Friday, more large Korean food companies are experiencing record sales this year, largely due to their success in overseas markets. Despite soaring prices for natural produce and manufactured food this year, which have slowed domestic consumption, the global popularity of Korean cuisine has helped sustain these companies. Three trillion won […]

Han Kang, the South Korean author behind unflinching and provocative tales that deftly explore the depths of human violence and its impact on identity, has clinched the 2024 Nobel Prize in literature. The historic feat makes her the first Asian woman to be recognized with the distinguished literary honor. The Swedish Academy, the prize-giving body, […]

American pop star Charlie Puth is set to return to Korea this December for another concert, Live Nation Korea announced Thursday. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter will perform at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul’s Guro District on Dec. 7, marking his first solo show in Korea in over a year. Tickets will be available through Interpark Ticket, […]