Seoul Social Standard Director Kim Hana, the creator of Collective Mine, recalled the initial challenges, noting that new rental units are often met with strong opposition from neighborhood residents due to concerns about a potential drop in rent prices or property values. “To address such negative perceptions, we aimed to create a space that would provide tangible benefits to the local communit...

BTOB is planning to spend the last days of this year with fans at a concert in Seoul, said agency BTOB Company on Thursday. It will host a three-day concert from Dec. 27 offering music and consolation to the audience, as the poster for the show said: “Everything’s gonna be alright.” The live show is named “Be Alright,” after the second song from the band’s ongoing “Becoming Project.” The song w...

Smugglers who attempted to disguise 230 tons of black soybeans, known as “seoritae,” from China as an additive for diesel engines, have been arrested, customs officials said Thursday. The Incheon Regional Customs said it has referred 11 suspects to prosecutors without detention for alleged violations of customs law. The authorities have also issued wanted notice for two accomplices who are belie...

Mercedes-Benz Korea announced Thursday that it invited nine promising Korean startups to its headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany, earlier this month as part of its efforts to foster global growth opportunities for innovative companies. The five-day program, held in collaboration with the Korea University Research and Business Foundation, Sejong, ran from Nov. 11 to Nov. 15. The selected startups...

The track dominated real-time and daily charts on major Korean platforms like Melon, Genie, Bugs and Vibe. It also topped Spotify’s Global and US charts and iTunes charts in 40 regions. On the UK Official Singles Chart, “Apt.” debuted at No. 4, the highest-ever entry for a Korean female artist. The Black Label has announced that Rose will release her second single with them, “Number One Girl,” o...

Complaints related to deepfake sex crimes have surged in South Korea this year, government data showed Thursday. From January to October, an average of 50 complaints per month related to deepfake sex crimes were reported to public complaint platforms, such as the state-run e-People website and local government channels, according to data compiled by the Anti-Corruption and Civil Rights Commissio...

This article is the third in a series exploring diversity in housing in South Korea. --Ed.

South Korean stocks fell slightly Thursday to end their three-day winning streak as major shares ended in mixed territory. The local currency fell against the US dollar for the first time in six sessions. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index lost 1.66 points, or 0.07 percent, to close at 2,480.63. The main index had been rising since Monday. Trade volume was moderate at 440.4 million...

The computer-animated film will explore the origin story of Mufasa, Simba’s father, presenting him as an orphaned cub who meets Taka, an heir to a royal bloodline. Director Barry Jenkins expressed his excitement for the project via a video, calling Mufasa “an icon” and noting his joy in contributing to a legacy symbolizing wisdom and strong family bonds. Other highlights from the event include "...

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un also met Kozlov at the Workers' Party of Korea Central Committee headquarters on Monday. Since the inaugural intergovernmental committee meeting in 1996, this is the seventh of 11 sessions held in Pyongyang and notably the first time a Russian representative has met North Korea's leader during such an event. During the meeting, Kim called for the two countries to ...

A joint session was also held with the Shura Council to discuss the disputed articles in a number of draft laws, in implementation of the provisions of Article (49) of the Council of Oman’s Law. In its turn, the Shura Council held, during the same period, 12 regular sessions and dealt with 4 ministerial statements, approved 20 draft laws and agreements referred by the government, and 4 urgent st...

On New Year’s Eve, a 30-meter-wide sun sculpture the city has dubbed "Midnight Sun" will rise behind Bosingak, where the traditional bell-ringing ceremony occurs annually. At the same time, 15,000 wristbands distributed to visitors in the crowd will also illuminate the site. A New Year’s countdown event will be held at the DDP as well, featuring a laser show accompanied by fireworks. “We hope t...

The top executives of 16 major Korean conglomerates, including Samsung, SK, Hyundai Motor and LG, on Thursday issued a rare joint statement opposing the proposed revision to the Commercial Act, which aims to increase the duties of corporate board members. “The proposed revision will lead to excessive litigation and potential attacks from overseas speculative investors, thereby hindering the norm...

Interactive services elevate the experience even further. At the Skin Fit Studio, visitors can indulge in spa-quality skincare treatments, while the Makeup Studio and Touch-Up Bar offer themed tutorials and personalized beauty sessions. To foster collaboration and support industry growth, Olive Young N Seongsu features the Connect Studio, a dedicated space for brands to produce live marketing c...