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BTS' Jungkook wins two awards at BBMAs, Stray Kids and Seventeen also honored

BTS member Jungkook won two awards at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs) on Thursday, while two other K-pop acts — Stray Kids and Seventeen — earned awards at the event.

2024-12-13

'Incomprehensible': NEC responds to Yoon's statements on possible election fraud

The National Election Commission (NEC) issued a detailed rebuttal of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s public statement suggesting the possibility of election fraud, saying that Yoon's viewpoint is "utterly incomprehensible."

2024-12-13

[WEEKEND GETAWAY] Shhh... 4 spots in Seoul perfect for quiet time alone

In a bustling city like Seoul, finding a quiet space to unwind and enjoy some solo time can feel like a luxury — here are four serene spots where you can escape the noise and recharge.

2024-12-13

Far-right pastor's former legal team tapped to defend ex-defense minister

Former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun appointed a new legal team with ties to Jun Kwang-hoon, the controversial far-right pastor of Sarang Jeil Church.

2024-12-13

Faker named Best Esports Athlete for second straight year

Faker, a League of Legends star, won the best esports athlete award at The Game Awards for the second year in a row.

2024-12-13

Police seize ‘secret phone’ allegedly used by police chief to communicate with president during martial law

Police said Friday that they have seized a “secret phone” used by National Police Agency Commissioner Cho Ji-ho to communicate with President Yoon Suk Yeol when martial law was declared on Dec. 3.

2024-12-13

'About Family,' 'Small Things Like These' and other films to see in cinemas

The Korea JoongAng Daily compiles a list of films to see in local cinemas.

2024-12-13

Hyundai Motor chief pinpoints Singapore as next automation frontier

Hyundai's Executive Chair Euisun Chung highlighted the significance of Singapore in future mobility during a town hall meeting at HMGICS.

2024-12-13

Music content association considers excluding artists, labels involved in tampering from data

The Korea Music Content Association (KMCA) is considering excluding album sales figures of artists and labels involved in tampering allegations from its Circle Chart, the KMCA said on Friday.

2024-12-13

AI-powered classroom showcased at Kintex

The Korea Education Innovation Fair 2024 at Kintex features an AI-powered classroom, demonstrating technology that tracks student emotions and offers interactive problem-solving, alongside an AI-driven digital textbook.

2024-12-13