Multiethnic Katseye begins Asia promo tour dreaming of inspiring girls everywhere

Katseye, a multinational and multiethnic K-pop girl group formed by Hybe in collaboration with Geffen Records, kicked off its ambitious Asia promotion to broaden its reach. The six-member group consists…

BIS raises alarm on Korea’s surging household credit

The Bank for International Settlements has cautioned that South Korea’s expanding private sector credit is beginning to weigh on economic growth, with further increases posing additional risks. The Switzerland-based consortium…

US ups pressure on Korea to join China chip curbs

The US is ramping up pressure on South Korea to align with its export control measures against China, urging advanced chips like High Bandwidth Memory be provided only to allies.…

S. Korea coach thinking about nothing but victory over Oman in World Cup qualifier

South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo said Monday he is bracing for a tough World Cup qualifying match against Oman away from home but he is not about to settle…

Hanwha, SK develop world’s 1st non-flammable ESS for ships

Hanwha Aerospace and SK Enmove announced Tuesday that they have developed the world’s first non-flammable energy storage system, or ESS, seeking to secure the lead in the eco-friendly maritime solution…

Minister pushes for inheritance tax overhaul

Ministry to propose tax bill in H1 2025 South Korea is set to overhaul its inheritance tax system next year, with the Finance Ministry preparing a bill to tax the…

S. Korea finishes Paris Paralympics with 6 gold medals

The Paris Paralympics have drawn to a conclusion, with South Korea having surpassed its gold medal target. South Korea finished the 12-day competition that ended Sunday in 22nd place with…

[2024 IFA] Samsung’s AI push has long way to go: CEO

Han Jong-hee picks security as top priority for wider spread of AI-powered home appliances BERLIN — Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman and co-CEO Han Jong-hee said Saturday that the tech giant’s…

FSC chief calls on mutual savings banks to swiftly address risks on PF loans

The chief of the financial regulator urged mutual savings banks Monday to recommit themselves to their basic duty of serving their communities, also calling on them to quickly address risks…

Jennie partners with Columbia Records for solo comeback in October

Blackpink member Jennie is set for a solo comeback. Jennie’s agency, OA Entertainment, announced Monday that the star had signed on with Columbia Records, a major American record label under…