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Controversial gender equality nominee steps down amid criticism

Rep. Yong Hye-in of the minor Basic Income Party, the nominee for gender equality and family minister, announced Sunday that she withdrew her nomination. The withdrawal followed mounting backlash from both ruling and opposition lawmakers, as well as women's rights groups, who argued she was unfit for the cabinet post after her controversial decision to retain her lawmaker seat, a move critics called a break from convention.

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Lee Chang-dong's 'Possible Love' wins Grand Jury Prize at Venice Film Festival

Filmmaker Lee Chang-dong claimed the prestigious Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival on Saturday (local time) with his latest feature "Possible Love." The historic victory marks the second time a Korean movie has taken home the award at the world’s oldest film festival, following director Kim Ki-duk’s Golden Lion win with "Pieta" in 2012. It also brings closure to a long-standing Venice quest for Lee, who won the Silver Lion for Best Director 24 years ago with "Oasis" (2002). "Possible Love," Lee’s first film since "Burning" in 2018, stood out as an early favorite. The movie was widely seen as a top contender, ahead of big-name entries like Werner Herzog’s "Bucking Fastard," Lance Oppenheim’s "Primetime" and Danny Boyle’s opening film "Ink." "Possible Love" centers on the unlikely encounter between two couples brought together through a documentary project. Sul Kyung-gu stars as Ho-seok, a laid-off factory worker, while Jeon Do-yeon plays the role of his wife, Mi-ok, both struggling in the aftermath of a violent police crackdown on labo

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Smilegate founder's divorce suit draws attention to game empire built in silence

A Seoul court's ruling Wednesday on the divorce of Kwon Hyuk-bin, Smilegate’s founder and chief vision officer, drew major attention as it involved a record property division payout in Korea — an order for him to pay 2.55 trillion won ($1.91 billion) to his wife. Despite the record settlement amount and the company's megahit first-person shooter game CrossFire, little is known about Kwon, as he rarely makes public appearances, except for charity events. Smilegate, Korea’s fifth-largest game company by sales, is unlisted and wholly owned by Kwon, often called a game empire built in silence. Though Kwon maintains absolute control over the company, the court found that Smilegate’s founding and growth were not solely attributable to him. The bulk of the payout order is made up of Kwon’s 35 percent stake in the game company, worth 2.49 trillion won, and 65 billion won in cash, meaning the court recognized his wife’s contributions to building the company’s value. From ashes to empire Kwon is regarded as one of the Korean game industry’s early-generation entrepreneurs. Now 52, h

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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI industry needs to give safety measures time to catch up

NEW YORK — The CEO of Anthropic said Saturday the artificial-intelligence industry should slow its fast-moving development to give safety measures time to catch up. Without such a slowdown, Dario Amodei warned that within six to 12 months, AI could be capable of leading a swarm of agents that could take over the entire internet. The warning comes as worries about AI grow inside and outside the industry and reports continue to emerge about increasingly powerful systems that solve problems beyond human capacity but could also go rogue and carry out other, more harmful tasks. The worries have grown so loud that the CEO of OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, said in an interview with Fortune that his company would wait until next year to start selling its stock to investors on Wall Street as it focuses on safety. Amodei is one of the leading voices in AI, and he offered a plan in a post on his website to increase checks on the industry. He said Anthropic is already undertaking one part of it on its own, while the others would require coordination across the broad industry and with govern

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Gyeonggi Province partners with Naver to boost local pet product brands

In a country where pets are increasingly treated as full-fledged family members, Korea’s most populous province is stepping in to give local pet supply startups a digital boost. Gyeonggi Province said it has teamed up with Naver Happybean — the charitable and social impact arm of Korea’s dominant search engine operator — to launch Gyeonggi Petstar, a monthlong online showcase designed to connect homegrown pet businesses directly with consumers nationwide. Running through Oct. 11, the virtual storefront on Naver Happybean’s Empathy Store offers a curated selection of high-quality treats, pet essentials and walking accessories crafted by local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). To entice shoppers, the platform is offering 30 percent discount coupons alongside extra Naver Pay point rewards. The initiative targets a fundamental hurdle for small businesses in Korea's crowded retail market: digital visibility. While many local makers produce premium goods, standing out on massive e-commerce platforms often requires marketing budgets that fledgling brands simply do not have. T

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Employment among people in their 20s falls at fastest pace since 1998

The number of employed people in their 20s fell at the fastest pace this year since the 1998 Asian financial crisis, data showed Sunday, amid a trend toward entering the labor market at a later age. The number of employed people in their 20s averaged 3.38 million in the January-August period, down 193,000 from the same period a year earlier, according to data compiled by the Korean Statistical Information Service (KOSIS). The decline was the steepest since 1998, when the figure plunged by 550,000 in the wake of the Asian financial crisis. The employment slump was more pronounced than the decline in the age group's population. The population of the age group fell 3.5 percent on-year to an average 5.55 million, while the number of employed dropped 5.6 percent. As a result, their employment rate fell 1.3 percentage points to 59.1 percent, slipping below 60 percent for the first time in five years. In contrast, employment among people in their 30s strengthened. The population of the age group rose by 83,000 on-year to 6.94 million, while the number of employed increased by 103,000 to 5.6 millio

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3 Life at the American gold mines in northern Korea : When tigers reigned

Situated in the mountainous region of northern Korea, the Oriental Consolidated Mining Company (OCMC) was surrounded by rough, unforgiving terrain that was both isolated and beautiful. Many of the immediate rugged peaks were bare, their forests stripped by the concession’s incessant need for timber. Further away, other hills and mountains were still covered with trees and thick brush — a precarious sanctuary for deer and other small mammals. Pheasants, pigeons, ducks and geese, as well as various other species of bird, graced both the sky and, like the deer, the miners’ tables. Aside from the miners, there were other predators. Large birds of prey ruled the sky, while predators lurked in the forest, drawn by the plentiful game — and occasionally, humans were among their prey. Born in Busan in 1904, Charles John Pedersen, who later received a Nobel Prize, described his brief stay at the mining concession where his father worked: “I spent my first and last winter at the mines when I was 4 years old. The region was known for severe weather due to the confluence of the Siberian st

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How Magok development changed southwestern Seoul's historical landscape

When I first moved to southwestern Seoul, near Gimpo International Airport, in 2003, the nearby Magok area was a large expanse of fields where rice and vegetables grew and egrets and weasels roamed. It was surrounded on many sides by apartment complexes that were built in the early 1990s, a time when much of Gangseo District was urbanized. Hints of the urban development to come were on the horizon, however. A long, deep gash in Magok’s fields marked where Seoul Metro Line 9 was under construction, and soon after it was covered over, another flurry of construction activity took place as ground broke on the Airport Express (AREX) line. The two lines came together at Magongnaru Station, though for years, the only evidence of its existence was a single, sealed-off subway exit in the middle of the fields. Despite its forlorn appearance in those days, these subway lines with their express trains proved to be something of a game-changer for Gangseo District, much of which had been previously ill-served by the subway system. In 2008, the last large-scale rice harvests in Magok took place and

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SK chairman calls for sustainable AI biz model amid investment boom

SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won has called for efforts to develop a sustainable business model for artificial intelligence (AI), saying massive investment in the technology must ultimately generate returns to sustain investment and growth. Chey made the remarks Friday at Ulsan Forum 2026, the group's annual gathering in Ulsan, a southeastern industrial city where SK is developing a large-scale AI data center with Amazon Web Services (AWS). "If humankind has invested this much energy and resources into AI, we need to establish better business models to monetize it," Chey said. "AI needs to generate profits and eventually reach a structure where it can sustain investment on its own." Chey identified speed, scale and safety as key pillars of SK's AI strategy while emphasizing the need for viable business models to ensure the long-term sustainability of AI investment. He also warned of a potential AI investment bubble if the vast amounts of capital and resources flowing into the sector fail to generate sufficient returns, underscoring the need to create a self-sustaining ecosystem in which AI

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No more fixating on numbers: Comedians open up about regaining weight

Comedians Hong Yoon-hwa and Kim Shin-young are opening up about regaining weight after major weight-loss journeys, showing how their priorities have shifted toward health and happiness rather than maintaining a certain number on the scale. Hong Yoon-hwa appeared as a special guest on SBS’ entertainment program “Same Bed, Different Dreams 2: You Are My Destiny” on Sept. 8. When Hong appeared on the show, fellow comedian Kim Sook pointed out her changed physique. Hong jokingly acknowledged the change while touching a gold bracelet on her wrist, saying, “It’s gotten a little tight, hasn’t it?” The bracelet was a gift from her husband, comedian Kim Min-ki, after Hong successfully lost 40 kilograms. At the time, Kim reportedly purchased the gold bracelet in a single payment for approximately 9.55 million won ($6,900), drawing considerable attention. The bracelet was seen fitting much more snugly around her wrist recently, prompting interest from the panelists. When Lee Ji-hye asked Hong about her current condition, she smiled and replied, “I’ve been enjoying life a little mo

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From drinks to cars, Chinese brands take over Southeast Asia

BANGKOK, HANOI — Tana-wat, 34, an office worker who works in central Bangkok, starts his morning by turning on his BYD Atto 3, a Chinese electric vehicle (EV). On his way to work, he stops for a 20-baht ($0.60) lemonade at Mixue, a low-cost beverage chain from China. When he has a spare moment, he scrolls through TikTok, a Chinese short-form video platform, and clicks links at the bottom of videos to shop on TikTok Shop. His daily routine is surrounded by Chinese brands, known colloquially as "C-brands." Just a few years ago, C-brands were synonymous with “cheap” in Thailand. The picture has now changed dramatically. Their reach has expanded from inexpensive food and beverages to high-end fashion and cutting-edge electric vehicles. Chinese companies’ expansion into Southeast Asia has moved beyond large-scale infrastructure investment and manufacturing and into consumers’ everyday lives. C-brands on every floor of luxury malls At Iconsiam, one of Bangkok’s most upscale shopping malls, C-brands are found on virtually every floor. Among them are Urban Revivo, a fashion brand; Pop

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N. Korean state media again silent on missile launches

North Korean state media on Sunday made no mention of the ballistic missiles fired a day earlier, continuing a pattern of silence over its missile launches since early August. The Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) and the Rodong Sinmun, the most widely read newspaper in the country, had made no mention of the launches as of 9 a.m. On Saturday, North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area toward the East Sea, just a day after South Korea, the United States and Japan wrapped up their trilateral military exercise. Pyongyang fired a short-range ballistic missile toward the East Sea on Aug. 6 and another on Aug. 12, followed by a barrage of the same type of ballistic missiles on Aug. 20, as South Korea and the United States staged their annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise. North Korean state media remained silent on all three launches. The North has typically used its state media to publicize its ballistic missile launches the following day, especially when North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has overseen them. The silence comes amid conciliatory signals toward P

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Japan again makes no mention of Koreans' forced labor at Sado memorial event

Japan again stopped short of acknowledging the forced nature of Korean labor during a ceremony Saturday commemorating victims of a World War II-era mine complex in the country. The annual ceremony was first held in 2024 as a fulfillment of Japan's pledge when the Sado mine in Niigata Prefecture was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in July 2024. Hamamoto Yukiya, director-general for cultural affairs at Japan's foreign ministry, attended the ceremony in his capacity as a government representative, along with about 70 other participants. "Workers from the Korean Peninsula engaged in arduous labor in dangerous and harsh conditions inside the mine during the war," Hamamoto was quoted as saying by Japan's Kyodo News. "Sadly, some people lost their lives here." However, his remarks were largely similar to those made at the two previous ceremonies and made no mention of the forced nature of Korean labor at the time. Korea boycotted the event for the third consecutive year, saying no agreement was reached with Japan on Seoul's demands that the ceremony acknowledge that Korean workers were

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REPORTER’S NOTEBOOKTaiwan-China row at Gwangju Biennale could have been avoided

JEONNAM-GWANGJU SPECIAL METROPOLITAN CITY — The "Taiwan Pavilion" dispute that overshadowed the opening of the 16th Gwangju Biennale last weekend wasn't a mere display of diplomatic tension between China and Taiwan that erupted randomly at an art event. It laid bare a deep-running problem with one of Asia’s best-known contemporary art event organizers and raised a question: Is the organizer's management system working? The biennale, launched in 1995 in the spirit of the May 18 Gwangju Democratic Uprising in 1980, has grown into Korea’s largest and Asia’s oldest and best contemporary art biennale. It has more than 10 billion won ($7.44 million) in public funding and related spending committed to each edition. Its 2026 operating budget was set at about 14.3 billion won, excluding a separate 1 billion won for replenishing its basic assets. It seems that the problem boils down to its precarious staffing model. A team manager-level Gwangju Biennale Foundation employee on a short-term contract told The Korea Times that the biennale’s core working staff numbers only around 30, with t

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Beyond choreography: K-pop performance directors step into spotlight

As K-pop acts take on increasingly ambitious performances at home and abroad, the people turning their music into a live spectacle are now stepping out from behind the scenes. Performance directors oversee nearly every visual element of a performance, from choreography and dancer formations to costumes, lighting and stage sets. Once largely seen as an extension of choreography in K-pop, the job is increasingly being recognized as a creative role of its own. That distinction has become visible enough to form an entire television competition. Mnet’s “Street World Fighter: Directors’ War,” which premiered Aug. 18, puts 10 established choreographers in competition not simply over who can create the best dance, but over who can best direct a complete performance. Instead of competing with their own dance crews, contestants vie to have their names credited as performance directors. The format reflects a distinction that has long been blurry in K-pop. Choreographers create the movements that make up a routine, while performance directors are tasked with deciding how those movements and

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Stars of Korea's beloved 'Infinite Challenge' reveal panic, sleepless nights behind the laughs

MBC's "Infinite Challenge" was one of South Korea's most beloved variety shows, making viewers laugh week after week during its long run. But years after the show ended, several of its best-known cast members are revealing the intense psychological pressure they endured behind the scenes. Haha recently said the stress of filming the hit program became so severe that, looking back, he believes he was experiencing panic disorder. His account follows similar revelations from former castmates Jung Hyung-don and Jung Joon-ha, who have spoken about anxiety, sleepless nights and the emotional toll of trying to deliver laughs every week. Appearing on KBS 2TV's "Boss in the Mirror" on Sept. 6, Haha was asked by comedian Park Young-jin how he had managed to survive for so long in weekend variety television. "Popularity isn't something I can decide. Viewers' reactions are what matter," Haha said. He then recalled the anxiety he felt ahead of the weekly "Infinite Challenge" shoots. "We filmed every Thursday, but because of the pressure, my heart would start pounding from Tuesday evening," he said. "Lo

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Why K-pop vocal coaches behind EXO, aespa are betting on virtual idols in Japan

It’s hard to say exactly how many K-pop artists have trained under Jang Jin-young and Kim Seong-pil, two of the industry’s most prominent vocal directors, or received their guidance in the recording studio. Jang has trained numerous SM Entertainment acts, including EXO, Red Velvet, SHINee, NCT, aespa, RIIZE and Hearts2Hearts. Kim currently works primarily with artists at The Black Label, while also coaching Japan-based acts including Avex-affiliated XG and artists under LDH. Together, they have spent years shaping the voices of countless stars. The two vocal directors are now stepping into new roles as producers and their first act is an unexpected choice — a five-member virtual idol group aimed at the Japanese market. The pair founded A-TOP Company in 2013 and have since worked with entertainment agencies in Korea and overseas, drawing on more than two decades of vocal training experience. They later established A-TOP Universe to develop and produce their own artists. Their first project is a “2.5D” virtual act combining Japanese subculture with the K-pop production system. Th

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[WEEKENDER] Foreign victims shut out of Korea's 'jeonse' fraud relief efforts

WEEKENDER Foreign victims shut out of Korea's 'jeonse' fraud relief efforts

At the start of 2022, Nan Ming-ji, a 40-year-old with Chinese citizenship, moved with his parents into a home in Ansan, Gyeonggi Province. The family put down a 140 million won ($104,000) deposit — money his parents had saved since arriving in Korea two decades ago. It was no small sum. But under the country’s distinct “jeonse” system, such large upfront deposits have long been the norm. Instead of paying monthly rent, tenants put down a lump sum that is returned in full when the lease ends. For landlords, the deposits provide access to a large pool of capital they can invest or earn interest on. In October 2023, Nan’s father found a notice saying their home was being put up for auction. Just weeks later, the family learned that their landlord owned several other buildings in his wife’s and brother-in-law’s names. Those properties, too, had been flagged for auction. The family had fallen victim to a form of jeonse fraud that has spread rapidly across Korea over the past decade. Some landlords used deposits from multiple tenants to acquire properties with little of their ow

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Life in Korea

Half Local magazine brings fresh perspective on Seoul through 1st print issue

Half Local magazine brings fresh perspective on Seoul through 1st print issue

It can often feel overwhelming to look up social media recommendations for things to do in Seoul. There are aesthetic cafes tucked away in Seongsu-dong, where visitors might wait 40 minutes for a seat, or the latest “must-visit” Korean beauty store that has taken over Instagram. But for those who live in Seoul, those sites aren't necessarily part of the city they know and love. Enter Half Local, a media project exploring Seoul’s communities, neighborhoods and creative stories, offering a glimpse of the city beyond the trends that dominate social media. After initially sharing its stories online, Half Local is now entering the world of print with the release of its first physical magazine. Created by longtime British foreign resident Ella Kaill alongside Korean photographer Harry Heo, the first issue brings together a collection of stories built around a simple idea: being close enough to understand Korea, but far enough away to still see it with fresh eyes. After studying Korean in university, Kaill moved to the country in 2019 and gradually became immersed in its culture and ever

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Ditch the commute and hit the mat at Seoul Museum of Craft Art

Ditch the commute and hit the mat at Seoul Museum of Craft Art

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Unplug, unwind at Seoul Botanic Park's autumn haven

Unplug, unwind at Seoul Botanic Park's autumn haven

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Lifestyle

From vitamin C to fiber: Nutritional benefits of fresh jujubes

Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Fresh jujubes are now in season, offering a brief taste of early fall. Unlike dried jujubes, fresh ones contain plenty of water and have a crisp, apple-like texture, making them an easy snack to enjoy. They are also rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber, making them a good choice for an early-autumn snack that combines flavor and nutrition. Fresh jujubes are known for containing considerably more vitamin C than apples. Vitamin C is an antioxidant nutrient that helps maintain normal immune function and protect cells from oxidative damage. It is also essential for collagen production, which helps maintain healthy skin, gums and blood vessels. The skin contains antioxidants such as polyphenols and flavonoids, while the dietary fiber in the flesh can support bowel movements and regularity. Jujubes also provide potassium, which can help the body excrete excess sodium and support healthy blood pressure. Because fresh jujubes are typically eaten with their skin on, they can provide a wider range of nutrients. The easiest way to enjoy fresh jujubes is t

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Forest therapy reduces suicide risk and depression, study finds

Forest therapy reduces suicide risk and depression, study finds

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Korea Heritage Service designates 16th-century temple hall in Geumsan as Treasure

Korea Heritage Service designates 16th-century temple hall in Geumsan as Treasure

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100-year-old wild ginseng worth $74,500 found on Mount Jiri

100-year-old wild ginseng worth $74,500 found on Mount Jiri

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The nerve conditions that affected Lee Sang-soon, HyunA and TWICE's Chaeyoung

The nerve conditions that affected Lee Sang-soon, HyunA and TWICE's Chaeyoung

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K-Culture

BTS' Jung Kook can't get enough of RESCENE, shares 'Love Attack' performance

BTS member Jung Kook has once again shown his interest in rising girl group RESCENE, this time sharing a video of the group performing live. On Friday, Jung Kook posted the video on his Instagram account. The clip shows RESCENE performing "Love Attack" the previous day at Spotify House Seoul, held at Anderson C in Seongdong District, Seoul. It was not the first time Jung Kook had drawn attention to the group. In July, he shared a video of RESCENE member Minami covering his solo song "Still With You." He added "yaho," a phrase often associated with Minami, to the post. Minami has previously said that she was a fan of BTS even before making her debut, making Jung Kook's repeated attention to RESCENE particularly noteworthy among fans. After sharing Minami's cover in July, Jung Kook has now personally captured and posted the group's live performance, drawing renewed attention from fans. Jung Kook also shared a video of boy group RIIZE performing "Get A Guitar" at the event. RIIZE member Sohee has previously said that he is a fan of Jung Kook, adding another fan-to-idol connection to the BTS s

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Jung Ho-yeon, Ryu Jun-yeol cast in new Netflix series 'Outback'

Jung Ho-yeon, Ryu Jun-yeol cast in new Netflix series 'Outback'

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LE SSERAFIM drops new single 'Made My Night'

LE SSERAFIM drops new single 'Made My Night'

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1VERSE turns claw-machine frustration into new track 'LOOP'

1VERSE turns claw-machine frustration into new track 'LOOP'

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K-pop girl group aespa to drop digital single featuring new solo pieces from each member

K-pop girl group aespa to drop digital single featuring new solo pieces from each member

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Celebrities

'Winter Sonata' star Bae Yong-joon spotted on golf course in rare public appearance

Actor Bae Yong-joon, one of the biggest stars of the early Korean wave, has been spotted on a golf course in a rare public glimpse more than a decade after largely stepping away from the entertainment industry. Amateur golfer Kim Seo-ah shared a photo with Bae on social media Friday, writing, "An enjoyable round of golf with actor Bae Yong-joon." The photo shows the two posing together on the golf course, with Bae smiling broadly and flashing a peace sign. Dressed in a green top and white pants, the actor also drew attention for the gray hair visible beneath his cap. Kim, born in 2012, is a promising amateur golfer who has earned recognition with strong finishes in amateur golf championships. Bae has largely stayed out of the public eye since making a special appearance in the KBS drama "Dream High" in 2011. Since then, occasional sightings and photos posted online have offered rare updates on the actor. Bae rose to stardom through the 2002 drama "Winter Sonata," becoming one of the most recognizable faces of the first-generation Korean wave, particularly in Japan. He married Park Soo-jin,

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'Winter Sonata' star Bae Yong-joon spotted on golf course in rare public appearance
Yim Si-wan turns heads with bulked-up physique

Yim Si-wan turns heads with bulked-up physique

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Former T-ara member Ryu Hwa-young marries businessman in Seoul

Former T-ara member Ryu Hwa-young marries businessman in Seoul

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Tom Cruise to return to Korea Oct. 2 for 13th visit

Tom Cruise to return to Korea Oct. 2 for 13th visit

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Son Ye-jin to give rare glimpse of married life with Hyun Bin

Son Ye-jin to give rare glimpse of married life with Hyun Bin

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  1. Japan again makes no mention of Koreans' forced labor at Sado memorial event

  2. Smilegate founder's divorce suit draws attention to game empire built in silence

  3. President Lee reassures public over oil prices amid escalating Middle East tensions

  4. From drinks to cars, Chinese brands take over Southeast Asia

  5. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei says AI industry needs to give safety measures time to catch up

  6. 3 Life at the American gold mines in northern Korea : When tigers reigned

  7. Korea to consult with Nepal on resumption of search, rescue efforts: Seoul official

  8. Gyeonggi Province partners with Naver to boost local pet product brands

  9. How Magok development changed southwestern Seoul's historical landscape

  10. Collective learning in decline: Korea's hidden risk

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