Korea Joongang Daily
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April Fools’ Day deals are no joke — free drinks, half-price burgers and quirky bites

This year, companies are introducing a series of limited-edition, creative seasonal products to attract fun-loving consumers, or “fun-sumers.”

2026-04-01

New AI Korean language learning apps aim to make lessons more personalized

In response to the growing demand for accessible Korean language learning that can be done anytime, education organizations are offering personalized apps tailored to individual goals and learning styles.

2026-03-30

Waiting for ‘Perfect Crown’? Here are some K-dramas that reimagine a royal Korea to tide you over.

Korea is now a democratic nation, but it was once a country ruled by kings and queens. But what if the monarch still existed?

2026-03-24

Sorrow in the trees: Visitors trek to real-life location of 'The King's Warden' in Cheongnyeongpo

Cheongnyeongpo, a scenic spot in Yeongwol County, Gangwon, where deposed King Danjong (r. 1452-55) was exiled, is drawing new interest as visitors retrace the tragic final days of the young king’s life as shown in the film "The King's Warden."

2026-03-11

How 'The King's Warden' drew in 10 million moviegoers

Drawing 10 million admissions has become a rarity in Korean cinema, as streaming platforms dominate and theatrical releases face an uphill battle for viewers, the historical drama "The King's Warden" has done it.

2026-03-06

King Sejong Institute updates its Korean language learning apps, reflecting user feedback

The King Sejong Institute Foundation released updated versions of its Korean language learning apps, Mobile KSI and KSI Korean AI Tutor, on Thursday with improved learning features.

2026-03-05

Sejong Institute's overseas enrollment tops 230,000 for first time

The annual number of students enrolled at King Sejong Institutes, which teach Korean language and culture overseas, surpassed 230,000 for the first time last year, the King Sejong Institute Foundation said Wednesday.

2026-02-25

King Charles III strips Prince Andrew of titles and evicts him from royal residence

King Charles III on Thursday stripped his disgraced brother Prince Andrew of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence after weeks of pressure to act over his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Buckingham Palace said.

2025-10-31

Best Korean language learners from around the world honored

The King Sejong Institute Foundation (KSIF) has recognized the best Korean language learners of the year among students from its institutes around the world.

2025-10-16

'The value of simply loving': Opposites of King Yeongjo, son Sado collide in 'Shadow'

A musical about a domineering Joseon-era father-king, with hints of rock and K-pop? New York stage veterans teamed up on "Shadow" the story of King Yeongjo and the son he starved to death, Sado.

2025-10-03