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'The King's Warden' becomes second most watched film in Korea, smashes 16.28 million admissions

The box-office sensation “The King’s Warden” became the second most watched film in Korea, with the total admissions breaking past 16.28 million on Saturday.

2026-04-11

Jang Han-eum bares his heart in 'Daydream,' his second EP

Jang Han-eum, a standout vocalist from Mnet’s audition program “Boys II Planet” (2025), is returning to his solo career with his second EP, “Daydream” — an album filled with his own music and personal narrative.

2026-03-30

Police refer ex-DP lawmaker to prosecution for alleged sexual harassment

Police said on Friday that they have referred Rep. Jang Kyung-tae to the prosecution over allegations that he sexually harassed a female aide of another lawmaker.

2026-03-27

DP lawmaker accused of sexual harassment says he will leave party

Rep. Jang Kyung-tae of the ruling Democratic Party (DP), who is facing sexual harassment allegations, said Friday he will leave the party and seek to prove his innocence.

2026-03-20

Police panel recommends prosecutorial referral for DP lawmaker on alleged sexual harassment

A police committee recommended Thursday that Rep. Jang Kyung-tae of the ruling Democratic Party be referred to prosecutors over allegations that he sexually harassed a female aide.

2026-03-20

Main opposition party falls further into disarray as elections near

The PPP appears to be drifting deeper into turmoil ahead of the June 3 local elections as it still grapples with falling public support over the aftermath of former President Yoon Suk Yeol's failed martial law bid.

2026-03-13

Veteran singer Kim Jang-hoon to hold weekend bazaar to help abandoned and rescued dogs

Veteran singer Kim Jang-hoon, currently on his nationwide “One Man Show” tour, is extending his offstage goodwill with a weekend bazaar to help abandoned and rescued dogs.

2026-02-24

PPP to change name after June 3 local elections

The People Power Party (PPP) may soon adopt a new name, but only after the June 3 local elections.

2026-02-22

Down with the ship

People Power Party leader Jang Dong-hyeok rejected calls to sever ties with former President Yoon Suk Yeol on Friday.

2026-02-22

Bipartisan luncheon at Blue House called off after PPP chief abruptly cancels

Hopes of bipartisan cooperation faded as a New Year’s luncheon meeting scheduled for Thursday between President Lee Jae Myung, Democratic Party (DP) leader Jung Chung-rae and People Power Party (PPP) leader Jang Dong-hyeok fell through.

2026-02-12