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German photographer Candida Hofer takes portraits of empty spaces

German photographer Candida Hofer explores how humans and space influence each other and interprets the relationship from a contemporary perspective. The most notable characteristics of Hofer's photographic works are that she captures the empty interior of public spaces. The absence of humans highlights what people do in those spaces and what spaces do to them.

Exhibitions | 2018-08-01 18:25

Boy band SF9 wears sensuous, sexy concept

Some of the best known idol bands have one thing in common: a distinct personality. In other words, either the band or its management makes efforts to create a trademark concept that they use to promote themselves, be it a rebellious bad boy or innocent bubbly image. However, boy band SF9 is determined to try on a myriad of concepts until they get more fans and recognition.

Music | 2018-08-01 17:44

'Goddess of eating show'

Hwasa, a member of the four-member girl group MAMAMOO, has feminine appeal that every girl her age would die for.She is girlish and has long lush locks. She is chic, curvy and tall. But her food taste defies her girlish image.

Entertainment | 2018-08-01 16:49

Gangnam moms get private lessons for kids to become next BTS

The number of K-pop academies is reportedly growing in Gangnam, the wealthy area in southern Seoul, as moms want their children to learn the tricks early to become another BTS.

Hallyu | 2018-08-01 16:19

Big Hit, CJ to set up joint venture for global idol groups

Big Hit Entertainment, the agency of K-pop titan BTS, will reportedly collaborate with Korean conglomerate CJ Group to establish a new joint venture tentatively named “Belief” to foster fresh idol groups.

Music | 2018-08-01 15:44

[INTERVIEW] How 'Along with the Gods' captivated Asian fans

Ha Jung-woo, one of the country's most prolific and versatile actors, who starred in the pan Asian hit “Along with the Gods,” says the film's popularity in Asian countries was unexpected and that shared Buddhist world views contributed to its success. “I think the first part of the fantasy series was able to have so much success in the region because of the shared interest in...

Movies | 2018-07-31 17:08

2016 movie parallels governor's scandal

A 2016 movie has drawn belated public attention after an investigative TV program raised suspicions about Gyeonggi Governor Lee Jae-myung's alleged connections with organized crime. The plot of the award-winning film “Asura” - dealing with a corruption ring involving the mayor of the fictional city Annam, his colluder, a homicide detective, and a local gang - parallels what a...

Movies | 2018-07-31 17:05

Grieving BTS's V bids farewell to grandfather

The singer was spotted at a hospital-associated funeral hall in Daegu, Tuesday, according to Ilgan Sports, an entertainment and sports newspaper here. Details of what happened were unknown.

Music | 2018-07-31 15:31

'Beauty creator' on YouTube suffers from cellulitis

Comedian-turned-YouTuber Kim Ki-soo is hospitalized due to cellulitis, a painful bacterial skin infection. “I have been suffering from cellulitis that gave birth to over 13,000 inflammations on my body,” Kim, 43, wrote on Instagram Sunday.

Dramas & TV shows | 2018-07-31 09:54

Michael Tilson Thomas gives sneak peek into concert tour

Conductor, pianist and composer Michael Tilson Thomas will bring young American musical talents to Korea for a concert at the Lotte Concert Hall in Seoul, Wednesday.Tilson Thomas will lead the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA), a youth orchestra program organized by Carnegie Hall's Weill Music Institute founded in 2012.

Music | 2018-07-30 16:12

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