Chuncheon is looking for a new growth engine in the mix of AI and VFX. A city long known for tourism may be ready to think of itself as an industry hub. When culture and technology meet, they can give a local economy fresh momentum. However, forum b…
On June 22, Heeseung began again under a new name, EVAN. Through the single RIDE OR DIE, he is setting a fresh musical direction. Changing a name is not just a label swap. It is a shift in the story. A new name can raise new expectations, but it can…
Geoje City has tied the Geoje Yaho meme to tourism promotion. Its collaboration with the girl group Rescene aims for both buzz and friendliness. Memes move fast, but a city brand can stay in memory much longer. This is an experiment in turning socia…
Gangjin County has teamed up with the Jeonnam Film Commission to attract film and TV shoots. When a movie or drama leaves its mark on a place, tourists often follow in those same footsteps. It is a strategy that tries to combine local branding with…
In May 2026, news that Gong Myoung was joining an office drama immediately drew attention. One photo in a suit was enough to create a fresh impression. The shift from boy-next-door charm to a more grounded, steady presence was easy to read. That cha…
On May 9, 2026, Yeouido will host a novel running festival. What stands out is that it pairs a running event with a dating-show concept aimed at singles. Registration is limited to the first 9,000 entrants, and branded FILA memorabilia is offered as…
On November 7, 2025, the city of Gangneung presented an honorary citizenship certificate to actor Im Won-hee. Im Won-hee has served as Gangneung's promotional ambassador since October 2020, steadily raising the city's profile through media a…
The Hoengseong Deodeok Festival connects local economy and culture around deodeok (a Korean mountain root used like a health food). At its core are hands-on digs and tastings of deodeok grown in clean Hoengseong, Gangwon Province. Visitors m…
BadVillain Emerges as Heroes on Stage BadVillain, a dynamic new group shaking up the Korean music scene, recently showcased their ambitions at a showcase in YES24 Live Hall, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. Despite their name, which typically refers to villai…