KB News DeskNorth Africa-based operator of Korean content piracy sites arrested
Three websites offering illegally copied webtoons, web novels and other Korean content have been shut down, and their operator has been arrested, the South Korea’s Culture Ministry said Thursday. The…
Fans revisit old BTS clips after V reveals hearing difficulties
BTS member V’s disclosure that he has been receiving treatment for hearing difficulties has prompted fans to revisit old video clips, with some interpreting previous behavior as possible signs of…
Nexon scores record half-year earnings on MapleStory, ARC Raiders growth across globe
Nexon has posted record first-half earnings on the back of continued growth of its flagship MapleStory franchise and the strong performance of ARC Raiders in Western markets. According to Nexon…
Frieze Seoul helped unite Korea's art scene. Now it's looking to Asia
Director Patrick Lee wants Frieze Seoul to be more than an art fair — a place where the global art world comes to meet Frieze House Seoul, Frieze’s recently opened…
Cast from 'Love in the Moonlight' reunites for travel variety show
The cast of KBS2’s hit historical romance “Love in the Moonlight” is reuniting for a special travel variety program to celebrate the series’ 10th anniversary. Titled “Love in the Moonlight…
Messi unsure of future after father's death
Lionel Messi said he was unsure how much longer he could continue his playing career following the death of his father. The BBC reported Tuesday that Messi posted an emotional…
South Korea reaches U-17 volleyball quarterfinals
South Korea advanced to the quarterfinals of the FIVB U-17 Women’s Volleyball World Championship with a 3-0 sweep of the Philippines on Thursday in Los Andes, Chile. South Korea, coached…
BTS’s “Fake Love” Becomes Their 6th MV To Hit 1.4 Billion Views
Another music video of BTS has surpassed 1.4 billion views on YouTube! On August 13 at 3:46 p.m. KST, BTS’s music video for “FAKE LOVE” surpassed 1.4 billion views on…
NCT to collaborate with Seoul Fashion Week for 10th anniversary project
NCT will celebrate the 10th anniversary of its multi-unit project through a special collaboration with Seoul Fashion Week, showcasing the group’s music and fashion with a series of events in…
Blue Elephant steps up overseas push with first US flagship
Korean eyewear brand Blue Elephant opens its first US store in Beverly Hills, California, on Thursday, marking the Korean label’s entry into the American retail market. The 650-square-meter flagship, named…
