Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

NewJeans saga raises thorny questions

While NewJeans insists they are fighting to “protect their values and human rights,” many struggle to understand exactly what those values and rights entail.

2025-03-27

Spring K-Royal Culture Festival to offer separate reservations for foreigners

Reservations for the English language programs of the upcoming Spring K-Royal Culture Festival will be open exclusively to foreigners starting Thursday, announced its organizer, Korea Heritage Agency (KHA), on Wednesday.

2025-03-26

Songwriting conference aims to bring French flavors to K-pop

As K-pop continues to rise on the back of international collaborations with American producers — such as Rosé’s “Apt.” (2024) and Seventeen’s “Love, Money, Fame” (2024) — industry leaders are now looking to France for new creative partnerships.

2025-03-25

'K-tourism Roadshow' in Beijing, Shanghai aims to draw Chinese tourists

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is holding a "K-tourism Roadshow" in Beijing and Shanghai to promote popular attractions with a focus on everyday Korean life and culture in a bid to spur Chinese tourism.

2025-03-25

Veteran midfielder Lee Jae-sung not worried with Jordan breathing down neck in World Cup qualifiers

Korea's win against Jordan is crucial after recent struggles, says Lee Jae-sung.

2025-03-24

Coach Hong Myung-bo vows to try to take team Korea to World Cup

As Korea struggles against wildfires in the southeastern region in recent days, Hong Myung-bo, head coach of the men's national football team, said Monday he will try to deliver a win for the country in an upcoming World Cup qualifying match.

2025-03-24

K-pop, K-dramas and webtoons put Korea on the map. Is their time running out?

Korea's cultural exports, including webtoons, K-pop, and films, face decline as sales decrease and market habits shift.

2025-03-20

Gwangju to face Al Hilal in AFC Champions League Elite quarters

Gwangju FC will face Saudi Arabian giants Al Hilal in the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League Elite.

2025-03-18

Hwaseong FC beat Chungbuk Cheongju 2-1 in first professional win

Hwaseong FC achieved their first professional win, defeating Chungbuk Cheongju FC 2-1 in the K League 2.

2025-03-16

Le Sserafim holds 'Hot' EP showcase — in pictures

Le Sserafim held a showcase on Friday at Yes24 Live Hall in eastern Seoul ahead of the release of its fifth EP, “Hot.”

2025-03-14