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Edward Lee reflects on his culinary journey from Netflix show to reconnecting with Korea
Star chef of 'Culinary Class Wars' embraces his busiest moment yet For Korean-American chef Edward Lee, being the runner-up on Netflix’s hit cooking competition show “Culinary Class Wars” was yet another defining moment in his illustrious career. Now, he says, he’s living his long-harbored dream of exploring Korea more deeply, rediscovering himself and reconnecting with his Korean heritage in recent months. Based in Washington, D.C., Lee now travels to Korea almost every month. His visits are pa
Jan. 20, 2025 - 00:01:00
KFS director targets Latin America for forest carbon sink initiatives
Protecting forests -- the lungs of our planet -- seems no longer a matter of choice in the face of intensifying climate crises worldwide. To tackle these challenges, Nam Song-hee, director general of the International Forest Affairs Bureau of the Korea Forest Service, drew attention to the Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation Plus, or REDD+, a forest conservation initiative under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Designed to combat climate change
Jan. 19, 2025 - 15:04:09
Singer-songwriter An Shinae celebrates life
After years of laying low in Jeju, An returns with vibrant, hopeful energy From a vocal group member to producer and songwriter, An Shinae has carved out her niche in the competitive music industry before taking a yearslong break. Following the digital single "Dear City" released last July, An solidified her return as a singer-songwriter Wednesday with the new EP, "Dear Life." “The first series focused on healing the pain of city life, while the new one explores the expanded possibilities that c
Jan. 18, 2025 - 16:00:00
Drug scene 'embarrassing' for 'Squid Game' actor Choi Seung-hyun, formerly Big Bang's T.O.P
Rapper-turned-actor quashes ideas of returning to Big Bang, but hints at solo music Choi Seung-hyun, formerly known as rapper T.O.P from K-pop juggernaut Big Bang, marked his return to the screen after an 11-year hiatus in season two of "Squid Game." Previously embroiled in a scandal following a conviction for marijuana use that led to a 10-month suspended jail sentence in 2017, Choi's journey back to the limelight may be a tale of self-reflection. In the newest season of "Squid Game," Choi port
Jan. 16, 2025 - 08:51:00
Solar returns as emotional 'Mata Hari'
Mamamoo singer aspires to become trusted stage performer Solar, known as part of K-pop girl group Mamamoo, boasts 10 years of experience captivating audiences through singing and dancing. However, her journey in musical theater began only relatively recently in 2022, when she took on the role of Mata Hari in the eponymous musical. The singer's musical debut came about through a recommendation from renowned music director Kim Moon-jeong. Known for embracing challenges with a unique style througho
Jan. 15, 2025 - 13:40:33
BB Girls pledge unbreakable bond
Now a trio, BBGirls returns with soothing winter track It's been a bumpy ride for BBGirls in the already testing K-pop industry. Though numerous member changes and a long period of obscurity preceded the trio's miraculous rise to fame, they now have their sights set on an even brighter future. The group’s new single “LOVE 2” marks both their first release in over a year and -- more importantly -- their "re-debut" under GLG Entertainment. Known for their vibrant, summery aesthetic, BBGirls return
Jan. 15, 2025 - 09:00:00
Pakistan's population boom beckons Korean businesses: commerce minister
Highlighting Pakistan’s increasing demand for South Korea’s advanced technologies and expertise, Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan emphasized vast opportunities for collaboration, supported by Pakistan’s young, tech-savvy workforce. Following the signing of the Economic Partnership Agreement between the two countries with Trade Minister Cheong In-kyo on Thursday, Khan addressed shared challenges, noting that many of Pakistani companies would benefit from trade agreements with Korea that r
Jan. 14, 2025 - 15:55:12
Korean whisky? Scottish distiller opens new frontier in spirits
Scottish master behind Korea‘s first single malt distillery commits his 45 years of experience to elevating Korea's whisky reputation It might surprise you that South Korea, famed for its traditional spirit soju, is now producing a single malt whisky -- let alone one of remarkable quality. The newfound fervor for whisky here is breathing new life into the industry, with its future looking bright, partly thanks to Andrew Shand, a Scottish master distiller at Ki One Whisky Distillery. Shand brings
Jan. 13, 2025 - 13:32:50
Fairfax County development chief courts Korean innovators at CES
Korea Herald Correspondent LAS VEGAS -- Las Vegas teemed with global innovation at this year's CES trade show, and Victor Hoskins, CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, seized the opportunity to deepen ties with Korea, a key partner for his municipality. Fairfax County, Virginia, already hosts over 80 Korean companies, making Korea the country with the largest business presence in the jurisdiction, located just outside Washington, DC. “Our county’s relationship with Korea spa
Jan. 10, 2025 - 16:37:27
Seo Eve showcases heart of teenager in 'They Never Know'
12-year-old content creator looks to continue music career Seo Eve, a 12-year-old content creator who rose to fame last year with her hit debut single “Malatanghulu,” is back with a third single. This time, she combines her unique charm with complex teenage emotions. Her new song, “They Never Know,” is a remake of the theme song from the 1988 movie of the same name. The song conveys a child’s longing for genuine care and love from adults, rather than material gifts. While retaining the playful a
Jan. 9, 2025 - 12:17:27
Park Ji-hyun talks comedic turn in 'Forbidden Fairytale'
When serious sister-in-law of ‘Reborn Rich’ decides to make people laugh, result is unexpectedly charming Park Ji-hyun slouches comfortably in a fleece jacket, her hair in a medium-length bob, radiating more of a college sophomore vibe than silver screen starlet. Speaking with a group of reporters at a cafe in Samcheong-dong, Seoul, Monday, she presents a stark departure from her breakthrough role as the ice-cold, calculating sister-in-law of a corporate dynasty in "Reborn Rich," a character tha
Jan. 8, 2025 - 11:09:34
Lee Jung-jae discusses weight of returning to 'Squid Game' set, seismic changes of Gi-hun
Actor-director says he is working on a script, with plans to develop new film as Korean-American production “Squid Game” has once again seized the world’s attention, with its highly anticipated second season sparking conversations around watercoolers worldwide. The latest installment logged 487 million hours viewed in its debut week, toppling the 448.73 million-hour benchmark set by season one's first week back in September 2021. At the heart of the saga is Lee Jung-jae, the lead whose portrayal
Jan. 5, 2025 - 08:00:00
Shift to society respecting failure would reignite Korea’s innovation
Global economists forecast South Korean economy in 2025, ahead of rising uncertainty The South Korean economy has started a turbulent new year with the leadership vacuum created by the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol, while US President-elect Donald Trump is poised to shake the foundations of global trade. Forecasts are murky. Growth is expected to dip below 2 percent, with exports continuing to slow and domestic demand showing only a sluggish recovery. The increasing trade barrier and co
Jan. 1, 2025 - 16:26:13
Mechanical failure, not bird strike, likely behind Korea’s plane crash: Boeing 737 expert
Robert Clifford, Chicago-based aviation lawyer, stresses need for thorough data analysis in Jeju Air crash that claimed 179 lives As Korean and US authorities launched a joint probe on Tuesday into the crash of a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province, which killed 179 passengers and crew, Robert Clifford, a Chicago-based aviation plaintiff trial expert, suggested that a bird strike was unlikely to have been the cause of the tragedy. "A bird strike is unli
Dec. 31, 2024 - 14:54:01
'Kang Full Universe' joins Disney+, creator says more to come
"Light Shop," a series Disney+ hopes can compete with Netflix's "Squid Game 2" during the holiday season, is poised to live up to that expectation. According to Kinolights, "Light Shop" ranked second among the most-watched Korean original content on Disney+ as of Monday, just twelve days after its launch. The action-fantasy series "Moving" had the No. 1 spot. "Light Shop" was scripted by Kang Full, the renowned cartoonist who wrote the "Moving" series. Kang not only crafted the original webtoons
Dec. 24, 2024 - 15:14:25
