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Kim Jong Un Fell 'Seriously' Sick With COVID; North Korea Blames South
NK leader's sister Kim Yo Jong addressed a cheering crowd in Pyongyang on Wednesday, according to state media.
Giant Venomous Jellyfish Undergoing Population Boom Terrifies the Internet
A picture of what experts think may be a giant Nomura's jellyfish has gone viral on Reddit as the species plagues the South Korean coast.
The Rose 'Heal Together' World Tour: Concert Dates and How to Get Tickets
South Korean rock band The Rose have announced a world tour which will see them perform across the U.S., Canada, Europe and South America.
K-Pop Star Apologizes for Posting Russia Photo
Many fans, including some living in Ukraine, became upset at a GOT7 member for sharing an old photo of Russia on his Instagram account.
Seven Spectacular Korean Blockbuster Films Coming to North America
From horror films to "Squid Game" star Lee Jung-jae's directorial debut work, these Korean offerings are coming to a screen near you.
South Korea Urges China-Taiwan Peace As Pelosi Arrives, North Backs China
"As a regional country, we hope that peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait will continue," a South Korean Foreign Ministry official told Newsweek.
Lee Jung-jae Talks Directing 'Hunt' and How 'Squid Game' Changed His Career
Lee Jung-jae, star of the smash K-drama hit "Squid Game," talks about season two, the responsibility that comes with success and his debut as a director with "Hunt."
U.S. GDP Figures Worse Than These 7 Major Countries
The U.S. has been hit by a recession but other major economies have fared much better.
Seven Must-See Korean Movies and TV Shows Coming in August 2022
"Squid Game" star Lee Jung-jae's directorial debut film "Hunt" and action thriller "Carter" are among the exciting Korean works to be unveiled in August.
Why Jang Gyu-ri Is Leaving Fromis_9 and What Happens Next
The K-pop girl group formed on the reality TV show "Idol School" is losing one of its nine members.
Kim Basinger Calls for Dog Meat Ban in South Korea: 'The World is Watching'
"Korea has a unique chance to make a statement to the world," Basinger wrote in an op-ed published by "The Korea Daily."
Super Junior Talk New Album, Super Show 9 and Share Hopes For a U.S. Tour
Super Junior spoke to Newsweek about their new album "The Road : Keep on Going", their tour Super Show 9 and their hopes for the future.
Kim Yuna and Ko Woo-rim Announce Engagement: Full Statement
Olympic gold medallist Kim Yuna and FORESTELLA singer Ko Woo-rim are set to tie the knot later this year, it was confirmed in a statement.
'Hansan: Rising Dragon': Release Date, Trailer, Plot, and Cast
History comes to life in the upcoming war movie that is a follow-up to South Korea's most-watched and highest-grossing film of all time.
Korea Emerges As Nuclear Front Line in U.S. Rivalry with China and Russia
"We see the U.N. Security Council doesn't work after Ukraine, and China doesn't support any more sanctions against the DPRK," a South Korean official said.
From War Haven to Leading Port City, South Korea's Busan Eyes World Expo
Those leading Busan's bid to host World Expo 2030 say their city shows South Korea's transformation from one of the poorest countries to one of the richest.
Five New K-Dramas Coming to Netflix, Disney+ and More in July 2022
Intriguing new K-dramas to be unveiled in July 2022, from murder mysteries to a matchmaking agency catering to society's elite.
China Rails Against NATO as Asian Rivals Attend Summit for First Time
Japan's Fumio Kishida and South Korea's Yoon Suk-yeol are among four leaders from the Asia-Pacific to attend the NATO summit for the first time.
Lee Jung-jae on 'Squid Game' Season 2 and How His Character 'Tormented' Him
Ahead of the general release of his film "Hunt," Lee Jung-jae spoke to Newsweek about the challenges of playing his "Squid Game" character and more.
South Korea's Seegene Creates Monkeypox PCR Test With AI
Seegene said the Novaplex MPXV Assay test provides results in just 90 minutes.
South Korea's New Leader Seeks EU-Style Unification With Kim Jong Un
The second phase toward joining the Koreas under the plan includes "two different systems and two different governments under the same country."
Echoing China, North Korea Signals Opposition to U.S.-Led 'Asian NATO'
U.S. officials are still watching for what they believe could be North Korea's first nuclear test in five years.
'Money Heist: Korea'–Will There Be a Season 2?
Fans of the gripping Korean remake of the hit Spanish crime series are keen to see more. Is there a Season 2 in the pipeline for "Money Heist: Korea"?
'Money Heist: Korea'—Ending Explained
The intriguing finale of the Korean remake of "Money Heist," the hit Spanish crime drama on Netflix, leaves a trail of burning questions behind.
'Money Heist: Korea' Historical Backdrop and Political Themes Explained
The latest remake of the hit Spanish series is "very much a Korean story," Kim Yun-jin, who plays the fierce negotiator in the new K-drama, told Newsweek.
'Money Heist: Korea': Park Hae-soo on Berlin's Greatest Weakness
The SAG Award nominee speaks to Newsweek about his take on the iconic character from the hit Spanish crime drama and more.
'Money Heist: Korea' Cast on How Their Characters Compare to Spanish Series
The characters in the Korean series are "similar yet different" to the original, Yoo Ji-tae, who plays the Professor in the remake, told Newsweek.
'Money Heist: Korea' Review: An Intriguing Tale of Nail-Biting Missions
The highly anticipated new Netflix K-drama breathes new life into the cult Spanish series, with punchy characters and plenty of Korean flair.
What 'Squid Game' Cast Have Said About Season 2
The next instalment of "Squid Game" has been confirmed by Netflix, with at least two main characters from the hit K-drama set to return for Season 2.
How to Be Cast in Netflix's Real Life 'Squid Game' Challenge
Squid Game: The Challenge will consist of 456 players competing in a series of games for the chance to win $4.56 million – but it won't end in life or death.