Months after a South Korean tour group landed at their upstate New York doorstep during a snowstorm, the couple who hosted them received a heroes’ welcome in Seoul.
Category: Seoul (South Korea)
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A 19-Year-Old Pianist Electrifies Audiences. But He’s Unimpressed.
Yunchan Lim’s victory at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition last year made him a sensation. He says the attention makes him uneasy.
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Jeremy Scott Speaks for the First Time Since His Split From Moschino
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:The former creative director of the Italian label shared what his future holds, what brought him to Seoul and the celebrity Oscar gown that was his “cherry on top.”
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For a Film About Korean Adoptees, a Group Effort
The New York Times – Movies:In “Return to Seoul,” a Parisian repeatedly visits her birth country. Neither the filmmaker nor the star were adopted, but they got help from friends.
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Seoul’s Best Hidden Restaurants and Bars
The New York Times – Travel:Not far from the glare of the city center, the South Korean capital offers a wealth of cozy, cool hangouts, if you don’t mind ducking down alleys and opening a well-concealed door or two.
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Omega X Members Say Their K-pop Agency Mistreated Them
The New York Times – Music:A public dispute between band members and the head of their agency has revived concerns about whether South Korean entertainment agencies exploit young musicians.
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Meet Your New Corporate Office Mate: A ‘Brainless’ Robot
The New York Times – Business:Naver, a South Korean internet firm, is trying to introduce robots into the world of cubicles and conference rooms without making employees uncomfortable.
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Did Crush Snub Black Fans at a Concert in South Korea?
The New York Times – Music:The singer Crush apologized for a “misunderstanding” after the exchange, which highlights what experts call K-pop’s uneasy relationship with Black culture.