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South Korea looks to pass ban on eating dog meat
South Korean lawmakers are poised to pass a ban on the controversial, but ancient custom of eating dog meat in the country.
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North Korea launches new nuclear attack submarine to counter US naval power, officials say
North Korea says it has christened a purported nuclear attack submarine it has been developing for years, a step leader Kim Jong Un described as crucial in his efforts to build a nuclear-armed navy to counter the United States and its Asian allies.
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NYC to kick off first Korean Thanksgiving festival
The Korean Cultural Center New York (KCCNY) will host New York City’s first community pop-up market, panels and workshops to celebrate Chuseok, one of the most significant Korean holidays. Chuseok, otherwise known as Hangawi or Korean Thanksgiving, is when family and friends gather to share stories and give thanks to their ancestors during the autumn equinox. The KCCNY is...
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Netflix's $2.5 Billion Investment in Korean Content Appeals to Audiences Worldwide
By expanding its slate of Korean series, films and non-fiction shows, Netflix aims to increase the success that Korean content has found with global audiences.
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5 Things to Know About Korean Star Son Heung-min
Son Heung-min is an international superstar, leading the South Korean national team and scoring goals for Tottenham in the English Premier League.
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Nuclear-Powered US Aircraft Carrier Arrives in S. Korea for Joint Drills
The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan has arrived in the South Korean port of Busan ahead of the two countries’ joint military exercise that aims to show their strength against growing North Korean threats.