How Koreans once celebrated snow

they see the first snow, and many singles make bold moves, believing that confessing one’s love under the first flakes will guarantee success. The white snow that blankets the city is seen as a symbol of

Zelenskyy: US plan looks better with revisions

statement from CPC, which owns the terminal. It came a day after Ukrainian naval drones struck two oil tankers in the Black Sea that were reported to be part of Russia’s “shadow fleet” that evade sanctions

[Editorial] Gemini shock

Global AI race accelerates as Korea drifts amid stalled reforms and fragile strategy The global race in artificial intelligence has largely centered on the combination of OpenAI’s algorithms and

Trump 'sending' envoys to see Putin, Ukrainians

WASHINGTON (AP) — US President Donald Trump said Tuesday his plan to end the war in Ukraine has been “fine-tuned” and he’s sending envoy Steve Witkoff to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin

Unknown Renoir painting sells for $2m at auction

auction house told Agence France-Presse. The oil painting -- "L'enfant et ses jouets - Gabrielle et le fils de l'artiste, Jean" ("The Child and His Toys - Gabrielle and the son's artist, Jean") -- had never

Holiday beauty goes bold

essential. If you’re looking to refresh your holiday mood board, take a cue from Blackpink’s Jisoo, whose soft yet striking holiday look pairs eyes shaded in a mysterious blend of brown and gray with rosy

Omani envoy's address at National Day reception

this cherished occasion — the Glorious National Day — which embodies the celebration of Oman’s rich history, dating back to the founding of the Al Bu Said state on Nov. 20, 1744, when the founder Imam

Korean AI firm Dabeeo raises W12b to fuel global expansion

inspection system. The project is for the automation of nationwide surveys, digitally transforming the management of national assets. Globally, the company is making strides in Southeast Asia’s plantation

[Editorial] Korea’s dollar drain

raw materials are more expensive in won terms, contributing to a renewed uptick in consumer prices. Given Korea’s dependence on imports for coal, oil and many industrial inputs, a strong dollar is

Late-life love in Jongno: Inside Seoul's 'I’m Solo’ for seniors

presented by Uluolu Ukulele, a ukulele performance club based at the Jongno Senior Welfare Center’s Muak branch, composed of members aged 60 and older. The highlight of the day was a “DIY essential oil