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Budget minister nominee leans into long-term financial strategy for Korea

Budget Minister nominee Park Hong-keun said Tuesday the government should spearhead the planning of a long-term national growth strategy centered on a "super-innovative" economy.

2026-03-03

Police request arrest warrants for independent lawmaker, ex-Seoul councilor for alleged bribery

Prosecutors requested arrest warrants on Monday for independent lawmaker Kang Sun-woo and former Seoul city councilor Kim Kyung over allegations involving a 100 million won ($68,400) nomination donation.

2026-02-09

Former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh emerges as front-runner for Trump's new Fed Chair

As speculation grows over who will succeed Jerome Powell as chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve, former Fed Gov. Kevin Warsh has emerged as a front-runner. Warsh also serves as a member of the board of directors at Korean e-commerce giant Coupang.

2026-01-30

President Lee aims for 'national unity' after budget minister nomination withdrawn

President Lee Jae Myung withdrew the nomination of Lee Hye-hoon for minister of the newly established Ministry of Planning and Budget on Sunday, ending a nomination that faced mounting scrutiny.

2026-01-25

Katseye nominated for 4 categories at iHeartRadio Music Awards

Girl group Katseye has been nominated in four categories at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, agency HYBE said Friday.

2026-01-09

Yim Jong-yong nominated for another term as Woori Financial Group chair in first-ever move

Yim Jong-yong has been nominated for another term as chairman of Woori Financial Group, marking the first time the company has reappointed a chairman since its establishment.

2025-12-29

Park Chan-wook's 'No Other Choice,' 'Golden' from 'KPop Demon Hunters' nominated for Oscars

Director Park Chan-wook's film “No Other Choice” and the original song “Golden” from the Netflix hit animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” each earned nominations for Academy Awards.

2025-12-18

'No Other Choice,' 'KPop Demon Hunters' nominated for Golden Globes

Director Park Chan-wook’s dark thriller “No Other Choice” and Netflix’s hit animated film “KPop Demon Hunters” picked up three Golden Globe nominations each on Monday, including best picture nods in their respective categories.

2025-12-09

Lady Gaga, Bruno Mars lead nominees for MTV's Video Music Awards

Pop singer Lady Gaga and her "Die with a Smile" (2024) collaborator Bruno Mars landed at the top of the list of nominees announced on Tuesday for this year's MTV Video Music Awards.

2025-08-06

The Emmy nominations are here. 'Severance,' 'The White Lotus' and 'Adolescence' could have a big day.

The Emmy nominations were announced, with potential front-runners including 'Severance,' 'The White Lotus' and 'Adolescence' as notable contenders this year.

2025-07-15