April 2026

A Jeonju courtyard with bibimbap ingredients, hanok roofs and travel cameras

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.

April 15, 2026Editorial Desk

A world map overlaid with energy, inflation and growth indicators under storm clouds

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.

April 14, 2026Editorial Desk

A central bank policy table with a steady rate line amid volatile energy and currency charts

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.

April 10, 2026Editorial Desk