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'Squid Game' season 3 named Best Foreign Language Series at Critics Choice

Netflix's Korean original series "Squid Game" (2021-25) has won the Best Foreign Language Series award for its third season at the 31st annual Critics' Choice Awards.

2026-01-05

Toss adds support in four more languages as foreign user base grows

Following a surge in foreign users, Toss has expanded its in-app services to support four additional languages, streamlining financial tasks for non-Korean speakers, the local fintech company said Monday.

2025-11-03

Seoul to mark Hangul Day with quizzes, hands-on programs, citywide fun

To mark Hangul Day on Oct. 9, which falls during the extended Chuseok holiday this year, the Seoul Metropolitan Government will host a range of citizen engagement events on Thursday.

2025-10-08

Samsung to introduce new language incentives to boost employees' global skills

Samsung Electronics has decided to revamp its foreign language evaluation system and introduce new incentives to strengthen employees' global competencies, industry sources said Friday.

2025-10-03

Kakao Entertainment unveils Korean Sign Language sign for brand

Kakao Entertainment unveiled an official brand sign in Korean Sign Language, created in collaboration with deaf participants, and released it in webtoon form on Thursday.

2025-08-14

Korea's presidential office launches own sign language interpretation service for press briefings

In a case of reality catching up with fiction, the Korean presidential office is now offering sign language interpretation for press briefings for people with hearing impairments for the first time.

2025-08-12

LG shows off latest Exaone AI: 'It goes beyond text recognition'

LG's Exaone AI model enhances data analysis across industries, interpreting complex visuals for insights across sectors such as finance and health care.

2025-07-22

Hannam University students engage in intensive summer Korean language program to enhance speaking skills

Over 20 students at Hannam University are engaged in an intensive summer Korean language program, enhancing their skills in writing and speaking, with aspirations to attend Korean universities and integrate into local culture.

2025-07-21

Seoul to roll out Korean language educational program for multicultural students

Starting in June, Seoul will roll out a new Korean language education program designed to help multicultural students adapt to school life and improve their academic performance, the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education announced Tuesday.

2025-05-28

New Korean language textbook for foreign workers in development

A Korean language-learning textbook aimed at foreign workers is currently being developed by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the National Institute of Korean Language and the Ministry of Justice.

2025-05-16