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Lance Reegan-Diehl continues musical journey in 'Maniacal Cavern'

Lance Reegan-Diehl, who often goes by the initials LRD, set a high bar for expat musicians in Korea, decades ago. But rather than towering over those who have filled out the music scene after him, he’s helped lift people up through his numerous collaborative projects, from making music together on stage to hosting one of Seoul’s longest-running festivals. Although, it is unlikely anyone will take a path like the one LRD continues to explore.

Oct 22, 2023By Jon Dunbar

Lance Reegan-Diehl continues musical journey in 'Maniacal Cavern'

Peace Corps volunteers of decades past return to Korea for Revisit program

Dozens of Americans are returning to Korea this month, decades after they first came here to do volunteer work with the Peace Corps. Around 50 participants including Peace Corps Korea volunteers and their family members will be here for the Peace Corps Revisit program, organized by the Korea Foundation with funds from the National Assembly.

Oct 17, 2023By Jon Dunbar

Peace Corps volunteers of decades past return to Korea for Revisit program

PINNACLE'S ITAEWON DJ D.YANA breaks beats, boundaries

In Seoul's electrifying Itaewon neighborhood, a rising DJ, known as DJ D.YANA, has been making waves.

Oct 17, 2023By Pinnacle TheHustler

[PINNACLE'S ITAEWON] DJ D.YANA breaks beats, boundaries

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK CALI Kitchen contends for Seoul's best burger

California Kitchen & Craft Pub, more affectionately known as CALI Kitchen, serves craft beer and California-inspired cuisine from their hillside pub with stunning sunset panoramas overlooking N Seoul Tower. It is a popular American restaurant and pub located halfway up the hill in the Gyeongnidan-gil neighborhood of central Seoul's Itaewon. CALI Kitchen is known for its incredibly tasty burgers, burritos, nachos, craft beer and lively atmosphere.

Oct 17, 2023By Mark Boesch

[RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK] CALI Kitchen contends for Seoul's best burger

Pyeongtaek University offers Headstart Program to USFK personnel, employees, dependents

On the morning of Oct. 5, about 25 Americans were busy learning basic Korean language, culture and local living information as part of the Headstart Program provided by Pyeongtaek University in Gyeonggi Province.

Oct 15, 2023By Bereket Alemayehu

Pyeongtaek University offers Headstart Program to USFK personnel, employees, dependents

34 foreign artists show off work at Yongsan Int'l Art Festival

Korean and foreign artists came together to display their works for the 20th Yongsan International Art Festival, held at Yongsan Art Hall in Yongsan District Office.

Oct 15, 2023By Bereket Alemayehu

34 foreign artists show off work at Yongsan Int'l Art Festival

What will happen in Itaewon this Halloween?

Halloween 2023 is approaching, and people across the country ― especially foreign nationals ― who remember the events of last year are wondering what will happen on the anniversary of that tragic night.

Oct 14, 2023By Jon Dunbar

What will happen in Itaewon this Halloween?

St. Andrew's Ball to return to Seoul

The St. Andrew's Scottish Society of Seoul is gearing up to host its highly anticipated St. Andrew's Ball on Dec. 1 at the Conrad Hotel in Seoul's Yeouido area. After overcoming the challenges posed by the pandemic, this grand event promises to be a memorable celebration of Scottish culture, complete with a formal dinner, traditional Scottish dancing and a sumptuous early morning cooked breakfast.

Oct 11, 2023By Chantal Terblanche

Block Party music fest energizes Seoul's HBC-Gyeongnidan community

Jamie Finn, chief editor of Platform Magazine and organizer of Block Party, center, helps out at the ticket counter on the roof of KLYDN in central Seoul's Gyeongnidan neighborhood, Oct. 7. Korea Times photo by Jon DunbarOver 100 acts play 10 venues in Itaewon, HBC over 2 daysPro Wrestling Society pro wrestlers Duncan Solaire, left, and Shiho the Red Fox grapple inside Rabbithole Arcade Pub in central Seoul's Haebangchon neighborhood during Block Party, Oct. 7. The festival offered various types of performances in a variety of venues. Korea Times photo by Jon DunbarNoori, bassist of punk band Beacon, goes wild during a show at Togul in central Seoul's Haebangchon neighborhood during Block Party, Oct. 7. Korea Times photo by Jon DunbarJennifer Ward, frontwoman of shoegaze band Lucy Valentine, relaxes in the street before her set for Block Party, Oct. 7. She was scheduled to perform at Pet Sounds in Gyeongnidan, after Leenalchi. Korea Times photo by Jon DunbarBae Meena, bassist-vocalist of Daegu punk band Drinking Boys and Girls Choir, drops to her knees during a show at Togul in centr

Oct 11, 2023By Jon Dunbar

Block Party music fest energizes Seoul's HBC-Gyeongnidan community

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK Buddha's Belly continues growing

Restaurateurs Kim Tae Eung and Darrell Mahoney are on a mission to make Thai food for everyone.

Oct 10, 2023By Mark Boesch

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