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Fri, July 1, 2022 | 01:35
Museums ready to greet family visitors in May
In Korea, an alternative term for May is “family month,” as the month holds holidays honoring members of a traditional family unit, including Children's Day on May 5, Parent's Day on May 8 and Married Couple's Day on May 21. This year, in celebration of May and the centennial of Children's Day, major national museums in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province are hosting special exhibiti...
Theater & Others | 2022-05-04 16:54
Instant noodle makers roll out novelty products to attract foodies
When it comes to packaged Korean instant noodle products, it becomes almost impossible to discuss how they taste without the word “spicy” - whether it be noodles soaked in red beef broth or served stir-fried with hot chicken flavor.
Trends | 2022-05-02 12:57
In-person springtime festivals return nationwide amid eased social distancing
With Korea's social distancing measures mostly eased and the outdoor mask mandate to be lifted effective on Monday, in-person religious and cultural festivals are making their return nationwide to celebrate spring.
Trends | 2022-05-01 15:42
High-end fashion, fine dining go hand in hand
High-end fashion and fine dining experiences are being combined in Korea as more luxury brands are opening up their own posh cafes and eateries to attract diners. A month ago, Italian fashion house Gucci announced the grand opening of its contemporary restaurant, Gucci Osteria Seoul, in central Seoul's Yongsan District.
Travel & Food | 2022-04-28 11:36
Walking tour of Korean art masters in Italy's floating city
VENICE, Italy - While the main charm of the 59th Venice Biennale lies in its flagship show, the International Art Exhibition, as well as the exhibitions put forth by 80 participating national pavilions, the city has plenty more to offer.
Theater & Others | 2022-04-27 11:58
Venice Biennale's International Art Exhibition becomes celebration of female creative talent
VENICE, Italy - Artist Lee Mire's new kinetic sculpture, “Endless House: Holes and Drips,” located in the middle of the International Art Exhibition at Venice's former shipyard and armory known as the Arsenale - the highlight of the Venice Biennale - commands immediate attention among visitors.
Theater & Others | 2022-04-26 10:23
Korean Pavilion's 'Gyre' showcased as part of Venice Biennale's triumphant return
VENICE, Italy - Reaching the cylindrical steel building of “Corea” in the Giardini, Venice's public parkland that is home to 29 national pavilions, required patience at the pre-opening of the 59th Venice Biennale on Wednesday (local time).
Entertainment & Arts | 2022-04-22 17:53
Historic Kansong Art Museum welcomes public again after 7 years
The Kansong Art Museum, known as the oldest private institution in Korea that boasts a historic collection of over 16,000 cultural artifacts, finally reopened its “Bohwagak” venue in Seongbuk District, northeastern Seoul, on Saturday after a seven-year hiatus.
Theater & Others | 2022-04-18 17:00
Webtoon becomes platform for reviving classic cartoons
Before webtoons introduced the world of comics in a digital format on computer and later smartphone screens in Korea, children used to consume print comic books obsessively. A number of these classic, now out-of-print titles that once hit the bookshelves to become bestsellers as early as in the 1970s, have had new life breathed into them in recent months, making a triumphant ...
Entertainment & Arts | 2022-04-17 16:38
Exhibition traces history of Korea's commercial photography beyond 1984
There's a certain raw and adventurous spirit that exists in veteran photographer Koo Bohn-chang's series of images taken for the 1987 catalog of menswear brand Alexio, which was popular at that time.
Trends | 2022-04-14 17:18
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