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[Weekender] Rapidly-expanding universe of BTS merchandise sweeping global market

CultureOct 11, 2018

As BTS’ rising global presence sends its brand value soaring the group is putting out an ever-expanding array of merchandise. At the forefront of the endeavor is Line Friends’ BT21 -- a collection o...
[Weekender] Natural, matte and rose for this fall

FashionOct 4, 2018

In line with the #MeToo movement in Korea, there have been ongoing efforts among women here to break free of their “social corsets” either consciously or subconsciously. The metaphorical corset has ...
[Weekender] Beauty from a Korean perspective

IndustryOct 4, 2018

Western cosmetics giants have dominated the beauty industry for a long time, but Korean brands are increasingly setting new standards of beauty, driven by the worldwide popularity of K-pop. A growin...
[Weekender] Korean makeup companies paint new face of beauty

IndustryOct 4, 2018

For beauty-trend followers around the world, “glass skin” has become a buzzword in recent years, as Korean skin care and makeup trends took social media by storm. Glass skin, a term used to describe...
[Weekender] Fall walks to art museums near Gyeongbokgung

Arts&DesignSept 27, 2018

The fall has arrived and so has the season for strolling. In downtown Seoul, the area near central palace Gyeongbokgung is the favorite haunt of locals and tourists alike looking to enjoy fine cultur...
[Weekender] Seoul spots for a stroll

TravelSept 27, 2018

Cars and people are not the only things the megalopolis is bustling with, as the fall has the Korean capital colored scarlet with falling leaves accompanying the cool breeze. There are a number of w...
[Weekender] In fall, Seoul offers bit of tradition, flair for fun

CultureSept 27, 2018

Breezy, sunny and cool, fall is arguably the best season to explore Seoul -- the capital filled with tradition, history and a flair for fun. As the fall weather is ideal for outdoor activities, the...
[Weekender] Planning your Chuseok escape

TravelSept 20, 2018

The three days of Chuseok this year and adjoining weekend mean most working people in Korea will have at least a four- or five-day break for the holiday. Some lucky souls may even say why bother and ...
[Weekender] The Chuseok experience: It all depends on the family

Expat LivingSept 20, 2018

The big Korean holidays are notorious for daughters-in-law. While their husbands enjoy the luxury of being banished from the kitchen, some women spend several solid days cooking and washing dishes b...
[Weekender] Central Asians celebrate Chuseok at ‘home away from home’

CultureSept 20, 2018

During the Chuseok holiday, many Koreans gather to honor ancestors, reconnect with family members and eat festive meals together. But for non-Koreans, the holiday is different: Many family members l...
[Weekender] Celebrities rush to YouTube bandwagon

CultureSept 13, 2018

In a competitive entertainment world where self-promotion is essential, celebrities have long sought for new strategies to brand themselves. Previously, stars like Jisook of Rainbow showcased her hi...
[Weekender] The secret to YouTube success

TelevisionSept 13, 2018

YouTube stars are often described as self-made celebrities with bright ideas and irresistible content. They are considered brave pioneers whose outstanding creativity propelled them to success on thi...
[Weekender] Lucrative new world of YouTube

TechnologySept 13, 2018

We are living in a world where a vast array of online videos are grabbing the eyes of everyone from toddlers to retirees. And increasingly YouTubers are making a living out of producing viral videos...
[Weekender] People in Noryangjin-dong talk about 2019 policy

Social affairsSept 6, 2018

Policymakers announced in late August that the government would hire 36,000 new civil servants in 2019, drumming up excitement among South Koreans studying to land a job in the sector. According to ...
[Weekender] The place where exam season never ends

EducationSept 6, 2018

“It is not filial piety to visit your parents over the weekend or bring them carnations on parents’ day,” says a slogan at a cram school for gongshisaeng in Noryangjin-dong, Seoul. “Good sons and dau...