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Thu, February 2, 2023 | 06:23

Netflix announces password sharing crackdown in Korea

Netflix announces password sharing crackdown in Korea

Netflix said Wednesday it will start cracking down on subscribers in Korea who share their passwords for the streaming service as part of its anti-account sharing measures across the globe.

Entertainment & Arts | 2023-02-01 17:16

Retired actress Shim Eun-ha denies rumor of return

Retired actress Shim Eun-ha denies rumor of return

Shim Eun-ha, once a popular TV and movie celebrity in the 1990s, on Wednesday denied rumors of her return for a new project for the first time in 22 years.

Entertainment & Arts | 2023-02-01 17:15

Japanese comic series 'Slam Dunk' enjoys resurgence on back of animated film

Japanese comic series 'Slam Dunk' enjoys resurgence on back of animated film

The Japanese basketball comic series "Slam Dunk" has seen a huge resurgence in sales in Korea, boosted by the popularity of its animated film adaptation.

2023-02-01 16:20

PULL UP: VIVIZ returns with new song about gossipers

PULL UP: VIVIZ returns with new song about gossipers

In its new tune, “PULL UP,” K-pop trio VIVIZ sends a bold message to people who love talking behind its back, telling them it does not matter what they say. "In the music video for 'PULL UP,' we strike back at backstabbers in an adorable and delightful way,” member Eunha said during a press event at YES24 Live Hall in eastern Seoul's Gwangjin District, Tuesday.

Dong Sun-hwa | 2023-02-01 15:55

$120,000 banana, praying Hitler: Infamous art world prankster Maurizio Cattelan's first Seoul outing

$120,000 banana, praying Hitler: Infamous art world prankster Maurizio Cattelan's first Seoul outing

A ripe banana with a price tag of $120,000 duct-taped to a wall. That was enough to make the art world go bananas in December 2019, when the “ephemeral sculpture” proudly made its appearance at Art Basel Miami Beach.

Park Han-sol | 2023-02-01 14:14

Cute canine film 'My Heart Puppy' reunites Yoo Yeon-seok, Cha Tae-hyun

Cute canine film 'My Heart Puppy' reunites Yoo Yeon-seok, Cha Tae-hyun

Actors Yoo Yeon-seok and Cha Tae-hyun are reuniting for a cute canine road film “My Heart Puppy,” 15 years after co-starring in MBC's drama ”General Hospital 2.” “My Heart Puppy” follows the story of avid dog lover Min-soo (Yoo) who lives with a golden retriever named Rooney and faces an unexpected crisis when his soon-to-be-fiancee says she is allergic to dogs.

Kwak Yeon-soo | 2023-01-31 15:44

[INTERVIEW] Production company AStory expects great success with 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo' franchise

INTERVIEWProduction company AStory expects great success with 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo' franchise

About half a year has passed since the legal drama series “Extraordinary Attorney Woo” became tremendously popular not only in Korea but also globally, topping Netflix's streaming chart for non-English drama series, for nine weeks following its release in June. Nonetheless, the series' popularity is yet to lose its flame. With its franchise, the series' production company, AS...

Lee Gyu-lee | 2023-01-31 14:57

TWICE becomes first K-pop group to win Billboard Women in Music award

TWICE becomes first K-pop group to win Billboard Women in Music award

TWICE will receive the Breakthrough Artist award at the upcoming Billboard Women in Music Awards, becoming the first K-pop group to be honored at this annual event. This year's awards ceremony is scheduled to take place at the YouTube Theater at Hollywood Park in Los Angeles, March 1 (local time).

Dong Sun-hwa | 2023-01-31 14:18

Le Sserafim's first Japanese single tops Japan's weekly chart

Le Sserafim's first Japanese single tops Japan's weekly chart

K-pop girl group Le Sserafim's first Japanese-language single "Fearless" ranked No. 1 on Oricon's weekly singles chart, its agency, Source Music, said Tuesday.

2023-01-31 11:06

AmorePacific Museum of Art brings Joseon-era folding screens to center stage

AmorePacific Museum of Art brings Joseon-era folding screens to center stage

Decorative folding screens that once embellished the interiors of the royal palaces and working-class households during the 1392-1910 Joseon Kingdom have been brought to the fore at the ongoing exhibition hosted by the AmorePacific Museum of Art (APMA) in Seoul's Yongsan District.

Park Han-sol | 2023-01-31 08:32

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