Business · Translated report
Earth Arcade Cast Takes on a Rice-Cake Shop Challenge
Lee Eun-ji, Mimi, Lee Young-ji and An Yu-jin compete for the lead-chef role as a new entertainment project turns a playful penalty into a shop-opening mission.
Archive
18 stories. Six completed months.
Exactly three English-language stories for every month from February through July 2026.
July 2026
Society · Translated report
Disney+ Sets Mystery Thriller Code with Nam Joo-hyuk
Director Yoo Su-min brings together Nam Joo-hyuk, Lee Yi-dam, Kim Eui-sung and Park Hoon for a legal thriller centered on a wish-granting app.
Economy · Retrospective
July Outlook Finds Global Growth Caught Between War and Technology
The IMF's July update projected 3.0 percent global growth in 2026 and highlighted a widening tension between geopolitical disruption and technology-led investment.
June 2026
Business · Retrospective
Korea and EU Deepen Copyright Cooperation for the AI Era
A three-day Seoul program brought Korean and European officials together to discuss copyright, online piracy and cross-border enforcement as AI reshapes content markets.
People · Translated report
Huh Young-man Ends First Season of Gourmet Travel Program
The first season of Gourmet Huh Young-man's Table Journey will close after seven years as the cartoonist pauses outside activity to focus on his health.
People · Translated report
Jun Hyun-moo Adopts a Rescue Puppy for His Parents
The broadcaster shares a day of early-morning puppy care after adopting a rescued dog as the second step in a long-term plan for his parents.
May 2026
Culture · Translated report
Chairman Kang Opens with an Executive Body Swap
JTBC's fantasy office drama begins with a conglomerate chairman's spirit entering the body of an unknown football player after a chain of family betrayals.
Culture · Translated report
Moon Jeong-hee Shares a Second Set of Simple Gut-Health Recipes
The actor returns to Fun-Staurant with inexpensive ingredients and two quick dishes, following the popularity of an earlier mugwort shake and vegetable soup.
Culture · Translated report
Cho Jung-seok Announces First New Single in Nearly Two Years
The actor and singer reunites with Rocoberry for a long-titled digital single and contributes lyrics intended to give the song a personal voice.
April 2026
Culture · Retrospective
Foreign Creators Begin a Multisensory Journey Through Regional K-Culture
A government-backed program started in Jeonju with food, heritage and everyday cultural experiences designed for global audiences beyond K-pop and drama.
Economy · Retrospective
IMF April Outlook Sees a Renewed Test for the Global Economy
The Fund projected 3.1 percent growth in 2026 and warned that conflict, commodity shocks, debt and fragmented trade left risks tilted to the downside.
Economy · Retrospective
Bank of Korea Holds Base Rate at 2.50 Percent
The Monetary Policy Board voted unanimously to keep rates unchanged as energy shocks raised inflation pressure while growth and market risks also increased.
March 2026
Culture · Edited English report
BTS Album Arirang Reaches No. 1 on the Billboard 200
The group's fifth studio album led major weekly charts, delivered a record-setting U.S. debut for a group and sustained strong streaming performance.
Culture · Translated report
MONSTA X Reveals a Quiet HEAL Concept for Unfold
Black-and-white portraits, restrained styling and a soft piano preview introduce a calmer side of the group's 12-track U.S. release.
Culture · Translated report
Lee Jung-shin Narrates a Climate Exhibition in Busan
The CNBLUE member records his first audio guide for an exhibition exploring disappearing glaciers, displaced wildlife and environmental responsibility.
February 2026
People · Translated report
Park Bo-gum Jokes About His Dating Life on Variety Show
A light exchange in Bo-gum Magical turns a village haircut into teasing questions about relationships and a playful matchmaking offer.
Culture · Translated report
YB Returns to a Metal Dream with Odyssey
The veteran band expands its sound through a six-track concept album and collaboration with younger metal musicians, including Xdinary Heroes.
Culture · Translated report
ARrC Reworks Early-2000s Hip-Hop on New Kids: Out the Box
The multinational group introduces a five-track release, a freer performance style and new member Andy while emphasizing individuality and teamwork.