U.S. Government to Settle $116 Million for Abuse Allegations at California Women’s Prison In a substantial legal resolution, the U.S. government is set to disburse nearly $116 million to address lawsuits involving over 100 women, who have reported experiencing abuse at a now-closed federal prison in Dublin, California, notorious for being labeled the “rape club”…
Georgia House candidate Michelle Kang’s ‘peculiar’ response to allegations In recent years, the term “straw man argument” has become popular in Korean politics. It refers to a tactic where, instead of addressing accusations directly, the person in question diverts attention by attacking another target. Though considered an outdated political maneuver, it still holds sway among…
The upcoming film “The Hidden Face” seeks to explore the morally ambiguous aspects of human nature by placing its characters in extreme situations. “There is no absolute good or evil in a person. Only spontaneous decisions driven by intentions and desire,” director Kim Dae-woo said at a press conference Tuesday. Based on the 2011 Spanish…
Han Kang’s unexpected Nobel Prize win in literature this year transcends a national milestone. For many Koreans, it signifies not only the chance to read a Nobel laureate’s work in their native language, but also the recognition of the country’s collective historical wounds and a shared literary journey toward healing. In announcing their decision, the Nobel…
Rose and TWICE have both secured spots in the top five of the Billboard’s main albums chart. Billboard announced Sunday (U.S. local time) that Rose’s first full-length solo album, “rosie,” and girl group TWICE’s 14th EP “Strategy” debuted at third and fourth positions, respectively, on the Billboard 200. The Billboard 200 ranks the most popular…
Korean Air Co. plans to finalize its acquisition of a controlling stake in rival Asiana Airlines Inc. on Wednesday, completing the merger deal between South Korea’s leading carriers that has been sought over the past four years, according to company officials. Korean Air plans to invest 1.5 trillion won (US$1.07 billion) in a third-party share…
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Disney+’s hit Korean original series “Moving” will air on MBC later this month, marking the first collaboration of its kind between a global streaming platform and a South Korean terrestrial broadcaster, MBC said Thursday. The 20-episode superhero drama will debut on MBC at 10 p.m. on Dec. 22, with the first eight episodes airing during…
Netflix’s “Squid Game” Season 2 has been nominated for best drama at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, making history as one of the few shows to secure a nomination prior to its release. According to the list of nominees announced by the awards Monday (U.S. time), the Korean survival thriller set for release Dec. 26…
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team is seeking to cut off support for electric vehicles (EVs) and impose tariffs on all battery materials, Reuters reported Monday, citing a document from the team tasked with writing a strategy to implement new automotive policies. The proposals represent a departure from the Biden administration’s policy that has encouraged…
