2026's rookie K-pop race, part 1: 3 groups that defined the first half

The K-pop rookie race is entering a new phase as the second half of the year gets underway. Several breakout acts have emerged, but the competition for the spotlight is…

Byun Yo Han shows sweet support for wife Tiffany Young at her musical ‘Yumi’s Cells’

Actor Byun Yo Han recently showed heartwarming support for his wife, Tiffany Young of Girls’ Generation , by attending her musical ‘Yumi’s Cells’ and sharing his admiration on social media.…

'Supergirl' can't get off the ground in Korea, either

DC’s latest opened two days ahead of North America and promptly nosedived, echoing wider slide of a genre that no longer packs theaters here “Supergirl,” starring Milly Alcock (Warner Bros.)…

LNGSHOT’s Woojin undergoes shoulder surgery, to focus on recovery

Woojin, a member of the four-member boy group LNGSHOT , produced by Jay Park ‘s More Vision agency, has undergone shoulder surgery due to a long-standing injury. On July 1,…

From factories to power grids: FAMS maps AI mobility future

Metropolitan Transport Chairman Kim Yong-suk delivers opening remarks for Session 1 of the Future AI Mobility Summit 2026 at the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Seoul on Tuesday.…

Kim Hye Joon Pursues Her Ultimate Fangirl Dream In New Drama “My Bias, My Boss”

tvN’s upcoming drama “My Bias, My Boss” has unveiled the first glimpse of Kim Hye Joon in character! Based on a webtoon, “My Bias, My Boss” tells the story of…

UAU (Dreamcatcher unit) makes a comeback after one year with ‘Playlist #Your Youth’

UAU , the special unit from girl group Dreamcatcher consisting of members Jiyu , Sua , and Yoohyeon, is making their highly anticipated return. The trio is set to release…

FAMS 2026 charts future of AI mobility

Global mobility leaders explore how AI is reshaping vehicles, factories, logistics, energy systems at Herald-hosted forum Herald Media Group CEO Choi Jin-young (front row, ninth from left) poses for a…

VAYONN drops highlight medley for debut EP ‘Youth Today’ ahead of July 6 release

New rookie group VAYONN has unveiled a captivating highlight medley for their highly anticipated first EP, ‘Youth Today’. The medley offers a sneak peek into their debut album, which is…

Thai K-drama remakes to reach Indian viewers

Posters of Thai remakes of Korean dramas of the same name, clockwise from top left: “Good Doctor,” “Dear My Secretary,” “23:23,” “Thank You Teacher,” “Start-Up,” “Happiness” (CJ ENM) Thai adaptations…