South Korea Culture & Creative Industries

Coverage of South Korea's culture, content industry, and creative sectors, including film, music, and cultural policy.

National Museum of Korean Literature Chief Vows to Make Literature Accessible to All

"We will transform into a 'literature museum' where all citizens can enjoy literature together, going beyond mere collection and research." Lim Heon-young, director of the National Museum of Korean L...

Published 2026.02.09. 18:11:32 | By Choi Soo-moon, Senior Reporter

Yonsei's Kim Byung-keuk, Hanyang's Kim Seung-hyun Win 29th Bumseok Award

The Bumseok Academic Scholarship Foundation announced on the 9th that it has selected Professor Kim Byung-keuk of Yonsei University and Professor Kim ...

Published 2026.02.09. 18:09:39 | By Ahn Kyung-jin, Medical Correspondent

Late Joseon Dynasty Printing Blocks Return from U.S. After 50 Years

Three rare printing blocks from the late Joseon Dynasty that were sold as souvenirs and taken out of Korea in the 1970s have been recovered through do...

Published 2026.02.09. 18:05:40 | By Choi Soo-moon, Senior Reporter

Hwaseong Arts Center Brings Ballet Masters Maillot, Ekman in Opening Year

Hwaseong Arts Center, which opened this year, will present a series of masterpieces by world-renowned choreographers in its inaugural year. According...

Published 2026.02.09. 18:04:45 | By Lee Hye-jin, Senior Reporter

White Plum Blossom Dress Illuminates Seoul Craft Museum's Record-Breaking Exhibition

Upon entering the museum, the "Baekmae" (white plum blossom) dress emerges from deep darkness under soft lighting, creating a dreamlike atmosphere. It...

Published 2026.02.09. 18:04:08 | By Choi Soo-moon, Senior Reporter

Patient Groups Slam Medical Malpractice Bill as Unconstitutional

Patient advocacy groups are pushing back against proposed legislation that would shield doctors from prosecution in fatal medical accidents, calling i...

Published 2026.02.09. 16:40:11 | By Ahn Kyung-jin, Medical Affairs Correspondent

Seoul National University Hospital Releases Medical AI Models as Open Source

Seoul National University Hospital's Healthcare AI Research Institute announced on the 9th that it has released two proprietary medical AI models as o...

Published 2026.02.09. 14:27:47 | By Ahn Kyung-jin, Medical Affairs Correspondent

Yonsei, Hanyang Professors Win 29th Bumseok Award

The Bumseok Academic Scholarship Foundation announced on the 9th that it has selected Professor Kim Byung-geuk of Yonsei University and Professor Kim ...

Published 2026.02.09. 14:05:12 | By Ahn Kyung-jin, Medical Affairs Correspondent

Bottled Water Contains Triple the Microplastics of Tap Water, Study Finds

Bottled water contains an average of three times more micro- and nanoplastic particles than tap water, according to new research. Experts advise that ...

Published 2026.02.09. 14:01:51 | By Hyun Soo-ah, AX Content Lab

Stray Kids' I.N Donates 100 Million Won to National Cancer Center on Birthday

The National Cancer Center announced on the 9th that Stray Kids member I.N donated 100 million won ($72,000) to support medical expenses for underpriv...

Published 2026.02.09. 13:43:30 | By Ahn Kyung-jin, Medical Correspondent

Korea Urges Infection Prevention Ahead of Lunar New Year Holiday

The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) urged the public to follow personal hygiene guidelines to prevent respiratory and waterborne/fo...

Published 2026.02.09. 13:37:14 | By Park Ji-soo

South Korea's Healthy Life Expectancy Falls Below 70 for First Time in 9 Years

South Koreans' healthy life expectancy has dropped below 70 years for the first time in nine years, while the gap between rich and poor has widened to...

Published 2026.02.09. 11:59:42 | By Kim Soo-ho

CGV, Lotte Cinema Join Youth Culture Pass Program Offering Up to 200,000 Won

[HEADLINE] CGV, Lotte Cinema Join Youth Culture Pass Program Offering Up to 200,000 Won [BYLINE] By Yeon Seung CGV, Lotte Cinema, and other theater ...

Published 2026.02.09. 10:42:51 | By Yeon Seung

Kumho Soloists Launch Five-Concert European Chamber Music Series in 2026

Kumho Soloists will present a five-concert chamber music series themed around Europe throughout 2026, exploring the musical identity and sensibility o...

Published 2026.02.09. 10:39:16 | By Lee Hye-jin, Senior Reporter

Organoid Science Opens Advanced Biopharmaceutical Production Hub at Asan Medical Center

Organoid Science announced on the 9th that it has opened the "Onyx Bio Foundry AMC" at the Convergence Research Institute of the Asan Institute for Li...

Published 2026.02.09. 10:28:22 | By Ahn Kyung-jin, Medical Affairs Correspondent

G-Dragon Confirms BIGBANG Comeback for 20th Anniversary

Singer G-Dragon has officially announced a comeback for his group BIGBANG to mark the group's 20th debut anniversary. According to his agency Galaxy ...

Published 2026.02.09. 10:25:52 | By Yeon Seung

Three Joseon-Era Woodblock Prints Return to Korea After 50 Years in U.S.

The Korea Heritage Service announced on the 9th that it received donations of three woodblock printing plates from the late Joseon Dynasty and Japanes...

Published 2026.02.09. 09:56:12 | By Choi Soo-moon, Senior Reporter

KT Studio Genie Tops Global Short-Form Drama Charts With Debut Release

KT Studio Genie has proven its planning and production capabilities in the short-form drama market, with its debut releases reaching No. 1 on two majo...

Published 2026.02.09. 09:43:22 | By Yeon Seung

Korea Expands Youth Culture Pass to Ages 19-20, Adds Movie Tickets

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister Choi Hwi-young) announced on the 9th that it will issue the "Youth Culture Pass" to those born i...

Published 2026.02.09. 09:20:24 | By Choi Soo-moon, Senior Reporter

Woman in Fatal Commute Accident Gives Life to Two Through Organ Donation

A woman in her 60s who suffered a fatal traffic accident on her way home from work has saved two lives through organ donation. According to the Korea...

Published 2026.02.09. 09:05:44 | By Ahn Kyung-jin, Medical Affairs Correspondent