Alibaba Partners with Rocket Firm for Lightning-Fast One-Hour Deliveries: The Future of E-Commerce?Alibaba teams up with rocket manufacturer for deliveryXZY-1: sea-landing and reusable rocketAlibaba.com initiates recruitment drive in South Korea Alibaba, the global e-commerce giant originating from China, has announced plans to collaborate with a Chinese rocket development company to launch a service that promises delivery of products anywhere in the world within just one hour. According […]
South Korea's Ambitious Aim: Developing Domestic Fighter Jet Engines by 2037GE Aerospace Becomes Independent Publicly Listed CompanyKorea Aims for Domestic Engine Development by Late 2030sDefense Acquisition Program Administration Estimates Project Budget at Approximately 5 Trillion KRW ($4.2 billion) U.S. aerospace engine manufacturer GE Aerospace, specializing in developing and supplying engines for KF-21 fighter jets and FA-50 light attack aircraft, officially announced its debut as an […]
S.Korea's Defense Export Ambitions Soar as Saudi Arabia Inks $3.2 Billion Missile DealSaudi Arabia Signs Deal for Ten Cheongung-II Missile BatteriesExpansion to Submarines and Other Ground Force Weapons ExpectedIraq Displays Interest in Korean Surion Helicopters Amidst Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Poland’s substantial arms imports propelled ‘K-defense’ to achieve a record-breaking defense export revenue of $17.3 billion, leading the country to aspire to become the world’s […]
Tokushima Treasures: Journey through Japan's Serene CountrysideAs more Koreans travel to Japan, small-town journeys are gaining popularity. Many have started seeking out Japan’s hidden travel destinations, and Tokushima is one of those lesser-known small towns. Located in the eastern part of Shikoku, Japan, it’s about a 2.5-hour drive from Osaka. Tokushima offers a traditional Japanese atmosphere and plenty of attractions. Let’s […]
Love in Berlin: Celeb Couple Yoon Seung Ah and Kim Mu Yeol's Travel AdventuresActress Yoon Seung Ah has shared a vlog of her trip to Berlin with her husband, Kim Mu Yeol. Yoon uploaded a video titled “Back to Berlin after 9 years” on her YouTube channel, Seung Ah’s World. Kim Mu Yeol, who starred in Crime City 4, was invited to the 74th Berlin International Film Festival. […]
Real Reason You Might Get Stuck at Immigration: Risks of Editing Your Passport PhotoBefore heading off on an international trip, you must pack your passport. When traveling abroad, you must go through an immigration checkpoint. The criteria and restrictions for immigration checks vary from country to country. If there’s a problem, the situation can become complicated, and in severe cases, you may be denied entry and have to […]
Unmasking the Worst Predator in Taiwan's Entertainment IndustryPhoto= Mickey Huang Social Media The Taiwanese entertainment industry is in turmoil over the TV personality Mickey Huang scandal. Huang has been indicted on charges of purchasing and possessing underage explicit videos, and amidst this, a second victim has come forward alleging that Huang sexually assaulted her. The first victim, female star Zofia, revealed last […]
Japanese Comedian Spills the Beans on Living with a Partner: The Good, the Bad, and the HilariousPhoto= Fujimori Shingo X Japanese comedian Shingo Fujimori has candidly shared his experiences with living together. On April 5, comedian and actor Fujimori, who appeared on the YouTube channel Hikaru (ヒカル) with 4.89 million subscribers, confessed that he has had numerous experiences of living together with a partner and explained the pros and cons of […]
Faith vs. Family: Soccer Coach in Religious RiftMBN Soccer coach Ha Seok Ju mentioned an anecdote where he broke a wardrobe due to a high-level conflict. On the MBN entertainment program Dongchimi, broadcasted on April 6, they discussed the topic “We’re busy making a living, Mom.” Ha shared, “I didn’t realize religious conflict was so tough. Our family has been Buddhist for […]
Japanese Celebrity Spends a Fortune at Starbucks - Here's WhyPhoto= Kawasaki Nozomi Ameba Blog Visiting Starbucks, Japanese celebrity Nozomi Kawasaki was surprised by the cost of her visit. On April 5, Kawasaki shared a blog post on Ameba about a recent visit to Starbucks in Nakameguro, Tokyo. The post mentioned enjoying the cherry blossoms with her family while relaxing on the Starbucks terrace. Kawasaki […]
Yoo Jae Suk's No-Pants Look Steals the Spotlight on 'Running Man'Running Man host Yoo Jae Suk took to the runway for a penalty, donning a no-pants look. On the April 7 episode of the SBS variety show Running Man, cast members faced a penalty from the previous week’s race, requiring them to complete a challenge in outfits lacking bottoms. Last week, Yang Se Chan, Kim […]
North Korean Parachute Drill Ends in Tragedy with Kim Jong Un's OversightNorth Korean Airborne Troops conduct parachute trainingCasualties reported following a crash accidentTraining proceeds due to Kim Ju Ae’s attendance Multiple casualties have occurred during a parachute training exercise overseen by Kim Jong Un, the Secretary General of North Korea’s Workers’ Party. Kim Jong Un’s second child and only daughter, Kim Ju Ae, was reportedly presented […]
Kakao's Ex-CEO Breaks Records with Salary 98 Times Higher Than EmployeesWage Gap Among Korean Employees Averages 24 TimesFormer KakaoTalk CEO Namgung Hun Tops the List Google CEO Earns 3 Trillion Won ($2.5 billion) According to a study by Leaders Index, an enterprise analysis institute, the salary gap between executives and employees at major Korean companies has widened. The study analyzed 291 companies among the top […]
North Korea's Soccer Snub: FIFA Slaps Fine for Unilateral Game CancellationNorth Korea Refuses to Host Home Game Fined 10,000 Swiss FrancsDeclared a 0-3 Forfeit Loss The North Korean Football Association, which unilaterally canceled a home game hosting, is known to have been fined by the International Football Federation (FIFA). On the 3rd, FIFA announced on its official website that it would fine the North Korean […]
BLACKPINK Jennie Steals the Spotlight: 'Apartment 404' Cast Time Travels to 2011 College LifeThe six Apartment 404 members jumped back into time to transform into first-year college students in 2011. The tvN entertainment show Apartment 404 featured six members, who are now college freshmen, solving a mysterious case on April 5th. For this episode, the members donned freshman attire. G sporting pigtails and glasses, Jennie stole the show, […]
Chinese Actress Who Went from Earning $22 a Day to Hollywood HomesThe influence of Hong Kong director and actor Stephen Chow is tremendous. The foreign media SETN reported on April 4 that Chinese actress Zhang Mei’e had appeared in just two films and bought two houses. According to the report, she made her screen debut at 61, catching the eye of Stephen Chow, known as the […]
Japanese Model Sparks Debate For Asking Her Son to Buy Sanitary PadsJapanese model Tsubasa Masuwaka confessed that she faced harsh criticism after revealing on a TV show that she had asked her son to buy her sanitary pads. On April 2, Masuwaka appeared on the Nippon TV show The Night When Ueda and the Women Bark and recalled a past incident where she had asked her […]
Fans Want Taiwanese Actor Kai Ko to Choke Hug Them - Here's WhyTaiwanese actor Kai Ko is winning fans with his unique approach to fan service. Known for prioritizing his fans’ comfort, he politely inquires if a female fan has a boyfriend before taking a friendly photo together. On April 4, China Daily released photos of Ko’s pose, reporting that his friendly pose has caused a stir. […]
Japanese Actress Reveals Her Father's Approval Led to Publish Underage Nude PhotosJapanese actress Maiko Kawakami shocked fans by revealing that her father was the reason she released a nude photo book while she was still a minor. On April 2, foreign media outlet Chanto Web released an exclusive interview with Kawakami, reporting that she had taken nude photos at the age of 17 due to her […]
Monkey Madness: Attacks and Chaos Grip Thailand's Lopburi CityLopburi, Famous for Its Monkey Population, Faces Challenges: Located approximately 155km north of Bangkok, Lopburi is Thailand’s “Monkey City.” For over three decades, monkeys have been a highlight of Lopburi, attracting numerous tourists. Visitors flock to see the monkeys, boosting the local tourism industry. Lopburi even hosts an annual festival featuring a fruit banquet for […]
Alibaba Partners with Rocket Firm for Lightning-Fast One-Hour Deliveries: The Future of E-Commerce? Alibaba teams up with rocket manufacturer for deliveryXZY-1: sea-landing and reusable rocketAlibaba.com initiates recruitment drive in South Korea Alibaba, the global e-commerce giant originating from China, has announced plans to collaborate with a Chinese rocket development company to launch a service that promises delivery of products anywhere in the world within just one hour. According […]
South Korea's Ambitious Aim: Developing Domestic Fighter Jet Engines by 2037 GE Aerospace Becomes Independent Publicly Listed CompanyKorea Aims for Domestic Engine Development by Late 2030sDefense Acquisition Program Administration Estimates Project Budget at Approximately 5 Trillion KRW ($4.2 billion) U.S. aerospace engine manufacturer GE Aerospace, specializing in developing and supplying engines for KF-21 fighter jets and FA-50 light attack aircraft, officially announced its debut as an […]
S.Korea's Defense Export Ambitions Soar as Saudi Arabia Inks $3.2 Billion Missile Deal Saudi Arabia Signs Deal for Ten Cheongung-II Missile BatteriesExpansion to Submarines and Other Ground Force Weapons ExpectedIraq Displays Interest in Korean Surion Helicopters Amidst Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Poland’s substantial arms imports propelled ‘K-defense’ to achieve a record-breaking defense export revenue of $17.3 billion, leading the country to aspire to become the world’s […]
Tokushima Treasures: Journey through Japan's Serene Countryside As more Koreans travel to Japan, small-town journeys are gaining popularity. Many have started seeking out Japan’s hidden travel destinations, and Tokushima is one of those lesser-known small towns. Located in the eastern part of Shikoku, Japan, it’s about a 2.5-hour drive from Osaka. Tokushima offers a traditional Japanese atmosphere and plenty of attractions. Let’s […]
Love in Berlin: Celeb Couple Yoon Seung Ah and Kim Mu Yeol's Travel Adventures Actress Yoon Seung Ah has shared a vlog of her trip to Berlin with her husband, Kim Mu Yeol. Yoon uploaded a video titled “Back to Berlin after 9 years” on her YouTube channel, Seung Ah’s World. Kim Mu Yeol, who starred in Crime City 4, was invited to the 74th Berlin International Film Festival. […]
Real Reason You Might Get Stuck at Immigration: Risks of Editing Your Passport Photo Before heading off on an international trip, you must pack your passport. When traveling abroad, you must go through an immigration checkpoint. The criteria and restrictions for immigration checks vary from country to country. If there’s a problem, the situation can become complicated, and in severe cases, you may be denied entry and have to […]
Unmasking the Worst Predator in Taiwan's Entertainment Industry Photo= Mickey Huang Social Media The Taiwanese entertainment industry is in turmoil over the TV personality Mickey Huang scandal. Huang has been indicted on charges of purchasing and possessing underage explicit videos, and amidst this, a second victim has come forward alleging that Huang sexually assaulted her. The first victim, female star Zofia, revealed last […]
Japanese Comedian Spills the Beans on Living with a Partner: The Good, the Bad, and the Hilarious Photo= Fujimori Shingo X Japanese comedian Shingo Fujimori has candidly shared his experiences with living together. On April 5, comedian and actor Fujimori, who appeared on the YouTube channel Hikaru (ヒカル) with 4.89 million subscribers, confessed that he has had numerous experiences of living together with a partner and explained the pros and cons of […]
Faith vs. Family: Soccer Coach in Religious Rift MBN Soccer coach Ha Seok Ju mentioned an anecdote where he broke a wardrobe due to a high-level conflict. On the MBN entertainment program Dongchimi, broadcasted on April 6, they discussed the topic “We’re busy making a living, Mom.” Ha shared, “I didn’t realize religious conflict was so tough. Our family has been Buddhist for […]
Japanese Celebrity Spends a Fortune at Starbucks - Here's Why Photo= Kawasaki Nozomi Ameba Blog Visiting Starbucks, Japanese celebrity Nozomi Kawasaki was surprised by the cost of her visit. On April 5, Kawasaki shared a blog post on Ameba about a recent visit to Starbucks in Nakameguro, Tokyo. The post mentioned enjoying the cherry blossoms with her family while relaxing on the Starbucks terrace. Kawasaki […]
Yoo Jae Suk's No-Pants Look Steals the Spotlight on 'Running Man' Running Man host Yoo Jae Suk took to the runway for a penalty, donning a no-pants look. On the April 7 episode of the SBS variety show Running Man, cast members faced a penalty from the previous week’s race, requiring them to complete a challenge in outfits lacking bottoms. Last week, Yang Se Chan, Kim […]
North Korean Parachute Drill Ends in Tragedy with Kim Jong Un's Oversight North Korean Airborne Troops conduct parachute trainingCasualties reported following a crash accidentTraining proceeds due to Kim Ju Ae’s attendance Multiple casualties have occurred during a parachute training exercise overseen by Kim Jong Un, the Secretary General of North Korea’s Workers’ Party. Kim Jong Un’s second child and only daughter, Kim Ju Ae, was reportedly presented […]
Kakao's Ex-CEO Breaks Records with Salary 98 Times Higher Than Employees Wage Gap Among Korean Employees Averages 24 TimesFormer KakaoTalk CEO Namgung Hun Tops the List Google CEO Earns 3 Trillion Won ($2.5 billion) According to a study by Leaders Index, an enterprise analysis institute, the salary gap between executives and employees at major Korean companies has widened. The study analyzed 291 companies among the top […]
North Korea's Soccer Snub: FIFA Slaps Fine for Unilateral Game Cancellation North Korea Refuses to Host Home Game Fined 10,000 Swiss FrancsDeclared a 0-3 Forfeit Loss The North Korean Football Association, which unilaterally canceled a home game hosting, is known to have been fined by the International Football Federation (FIFA). On the 3rd, FIFA announced on its official website that it would fine the North Korean […]
BLACKPINK Jennie Steals the Spotlight: 'Apartment 404' Cast Time Travels to 2011 College Life The six Apartment 404 members jumped back into time to transform into first-year college students in 2011. The tvN entertainment show Apartment 404 featured six members, who are now college freshmen, solving a mysterious case on April 5th. For this episode, the members donned freshman attire. G sporting pigtails and glasses, Jennie stole the show, […]
Chinese Actress Who Went from Earning $22 a Day to Hollywood Homes The influence of Hong Kong director and actor Stephen Chow is tremendous. The foreign media SETN reported on April 4 that Chinese actress Zhang Mei’e had appeared in just two films and bought two houses. According to the report, she made her screen debut at 61, catching the eye of Stephen Chow, known as the […]
Japanese Model Sparks Debate For Asking Her Son to Buy Sanitary Pads Japanese model Tsubasa Masuwaka confessed that she faced harsh criticism after revealing on a TV show that she had asked her son to buy her sanitary pads. On April 2, Masuwaka appeared on the Nippon TV show The Night When Ueda and the Women Bark and recalled a past incident where she had asked her […]
Fans Want Taiwanese Actor Kai Ko to Choke Hug Them - Here's Why Taiwanese actor Kai Ko is winning fans with his unique approach to fan service. Known for prioritizing his fans’ comfort, he politely inquires if a female fan has a boyfriend before taking a friendly photo together. On April 4, China Daily released photos of Ko’s pose, reporting that his friendly pose has caused a stir. […]
Japanese Actress Reveals Her Father's Approval Led to Publish Underage Nude Photos Japanese actress Maiko Kawakami shocked fans by revealing that her father was the reason she released a nude photo book while she was still a minor. On April 2, foreign media outlet Chanto Web released an exclusive interview with Kawakami, reporting that she had taken nude photos at the age of 17 due to her […]
Monkey Madness: Attacks and Chaos Grip Thailand's Lopburi City Lopburi, Famous for Its Monkey Population, Faces Challenges: Located approximately 155km north of Bangkok, Lopburi is Thailand’s “Monkey City.” For over three decades, monkeys have been a highlight of Lopburi, attracting numerous tourists. Visitors flock to see the monkeys, boosting the local tourism industry. Lopburi even hosts an annual festival featuring a fruit banquet for […]
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