DBUK holds first exhibition

Design Bridge U.K. will hold its first exhibition of British and Korean artists in Seoul starting next week.The exhibition features nine artists who are either from the U.K. or have studied and lived there and looks at the theme of cultural displacement. “Through art works by Korean artists who used to stay in the U.K. and British artists who are currently staying in Korea, DBUK makes a network between Korean and British artists as well as builds a creative cultural foundation by sharing unique

Expat LivingJune 24, 2014

English camp seeks volunteer teachers

Mustard Seed, an organization that provides educational help for underprivileged children in Seoul, is seeking volunteer teachers for a one-day English camp in Sillim-dong.The camp, in its second year, is expecting to host about 150 children aged 7-13 on July 12, providing English lessons and fun activities. The camp organizers are looking for up to 20 native-speaking teachers to join its volunteer team. Volunteers help underprivileged children make flower bouquets at last year’s Mustard Seed En

Expat LivingJune 24, 2014

Harry Potter composer to head up Venice film fest jury

Alexandre Desplat. (AFP)ROME (AFP) ― French film composer Alexandre Desplat ― whose dozens of works include the scores for “The King’s Speech” and “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” ― will head up this year’s Venice festival jury, organizers said Monday.The Golden globe-winner behind the music in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and “New Moon” from the Twilight saga will be the first composer to lead the jury at the world’s oldest film festival, taking place this year from Aug. 27 to Se

FilmJune 24, 2014

Park Hyo-shin evolves

As a singer, Park Hyo-shin has little left to prove. Since debuting in 2000, he has released nine studio albums, performed in nearly 100 concerts and has many awards under his belt. With a deep, husky voice that pierces the soul and powerful high notes, he has his fair share of passionate and devoted fans, too. An indication of his status as a singer, Park’s latest single “Wild Flower” topped local charts upon its release in March after a nearly 4-year hiatus, even though the singer has done lit

June 24, 2014

Urban greenery redefines cityscape

Modern architecture has created the same gray skyline in metropolitan cities, losing the link with the nature that surrounds them. Inviting nature back into the city can offer the sense of comfort that nature provides and give a unique character to cities, according to Toyo Ito, winner of the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 2013. “Modernism and the technologies architects apply to their buildings make them look alike. Imagine a man living in a modernized building and surrounded by furniture and a

Arts & DesignJune 24, 2014

Ulala Session song featuring late Lim, IU out next week

(N.A.P. Entertainment)A new single will be unveiled next week sung by Lim Yoon-taek, the late leader of male vocalist group Ulala Session, that was recorded before his death.The upcoming song is a collaborative track by the five original members of Ulala Session ― consisting of Lim, Kim Myung-hoon, Park Seung-il, Park Kwang-sun and Koonzo (who joined the group in 2012) ― and popular female singer IU. The single contains the voice of Lim, who passed away last year after battling gastric cancer fo

June 24, 2014

Super Junior wins at MTV Italian Music Awards

Super Junior. (SM Entertainment)The members of mega K-pop group Super Junior have snagged their first win at the 2014 MTV Italian Music Awards, taking home the crown as the “Best Artist From The World.”Super Junior beat out popular nominees Australian pop punk band 5 Seconds of Summer, French-Chilean hip-hop artist Ana Tijoux and South African rock band the Kongos. According to the MTV Italian Music Awards social tracker, the K-pop stars received the most fan tweets with more than 400,000 tweets

June 24, 2014

Actor So Ji-sub releases hip-hop EP

So Ji-sub. (51k)Model and actor So Ji-sub is returning to the spotlight ― only this time it’s through his rhymes with the release of his new hip-hop album. On Tuesday the entertainer, best known for his roles in 2004 drama “I’m Sorry, I Love You” and last year’s “Master’s Sun,” released an EP titled “18 Years,” his first release since his “6 p.m. ... Ground” EP in January 2013. The title, “18 Years,” represents how long he has been in the industry since he debuted as an actor, according to an of

June 24, 2014

Kim Jeong-hoon returning after seven years

Kim Jeong-hoon, former member of ballad duo UN, will be returning to the music scene with a new EP next month, according to an announcement released by Mersenne Entertainment. Since parting ways with UN in 2005, Kim, who is oftentimes referred to as the “Hallyu Prince” in Japan and China, has been busy with his acting career, with roles in hit productions such as the popular TV dramas “Princess Hours” and “I Need Romance” as well as the films “DMZ” and “Wild Dogs.” Kim Jeong-hoon. (Mersenne Ente

June 24, 2014

Psy’s ‘Hangover’ soon to clear 80 million mark

World star Psy’s new music video “Hangover” drew nearly 80 million views on YouTube on Monday, only 16 days after its release. As of 6 p.m. on June 24, the music video had garnered 79,646,699 views and received more than 620,000 “likes,” which proves the steady popularity of the viral sensation.(YG Ent.)The 5 minute music video portrays Korea’s unique drinking culture, with Psy and Snoop Dogg struggling to recover from a hangover after an alcohol-fueled night involving “bomb” cocktails, karaoke,

June 24, 2014

Park Yoo-chun glows in white suit on Chinese show

Korean celebrity Park Yoo-chun stole China’s heart on the popular Chinese TV show “Happy Camp” during the filming of the show on Monday. 　According to his agency, Park was the only Korean celebrity to be invited as a guest on the special episode “God-Looking Man.”During the show, Park revealed himself in a white suit and immediately received attention from the 1,000 or so audience members. The show consisted of several segments in which the guests were able to show the audience their charms. “Pa

June 24, 2014

Tablo to release remake of Taeyang’s ‘Eyes, Nose, Lips’

Tablo from hip-hop group Epik High is to release a cover of Taeyang’s “Eyes, Nose, Lips” on Wednesday, YG Entertainment said, Tuesday.On the management agency’s official blog, a picture of Tablo sitting on a chair alone with the slogan “Lyrics by Tablo, remix by DJ Tukutz, original song performed by Taeyang” highlighted the collaboration among the entertainment giant’s artists.Earlier on June 16, AKMU kicked off YG Entertainment’s cover song project with the same song. With Lee Chan-hyuk’s rap a

June 24, 2014

Seo Taiji’s wife catches female stalker

The star agency of Seo Tai-ji confirmed on Tuesday that a suspicious woman broke into the garage of the singer’s residence in Pyeongchang-dong, northern Seoul. “It is confirmed that a woman broke into the garage,” a spokesperson from Seotaiji Company told online news outlet dongA.com. “This woman was found to have been roaming near (Seo’s) house for over a year, but we need to wait for further investigative results to know if she is a fan.” Singer Seo Tai-ji and his wife, Lee Eun-seong. (Seotaij

June 24, 2014

GOT7 Youngjae says ‘Nichkhun is My Luck’

 Youngjae, a member of idol group GOT7, revealed that Nichkhun of 2PM brought him luck.In the sixth episode of SBS funE’s TV show “I GOT7,” the GOT7 members received the question, “What is luck to you?”Youngjae shyly answered, saying “It is 2PM’s Nichkhun.” Youngjae said Nichkhun complimented his looks during a phone call in May and this led to his nickname “Nich-In-Vi,” which is short for “A visual treat that Nichkhun admitted.”Another GOT7 member BamBam answered that his luck is singer “Rain,”

June 24, 2014

Furious fans of Baekhyun demand his exit from EXO

EXO’s Baekhyun is facing mounting anger from fans over his love life after he confirmed that he is dating Taeyeon of Girls’ Generation last Thursday. Some fans are demanding that he leave EXO. An enraged fan launched an online petition on a portal site calling for Baekhyun’s exit from K-pop idol group EXO as he “mocked” his fans. More than 1,800 netizens signed the petition before the posting was erased.  Baekhyun of EXO (OSEN)The website of SBS music show “Inkigayo” was also flooded with the re

June 24, 2014

SHINee’s Key meets fans in Ethiopia

SHINee’s Key revealed his candid experience in Ethiopia during a press conference for MBC’s “The Seven Guests” -- working title -- on Tuesday afternoon.“When I arrived in Ethiopia, SHINee fans were there (at the airport),” the K-pop singer said as he explained his adventure while filming for the variety show.“I wasn’t expecting any when we were told that our filming destination is Ethiopia and I couldn’t imagine fans coming to the airport. I had no makeup on and the fans were there. (But) I glad

June 24, 2014

Kim Soo-hyun dismisses 4.9 mil penalty rumor

Actor Kim Soo-hyun spurned rumors of a multi-million-dollar penalty for the cancellation of an advertisement with Chinese bottled water maker, Hengda Group.“Since we requested a revocation of the contract on June 20, we haven’t received a statement or a reply from the advertiser. It can be seen as part of the process for an amicable settlement,” Kim’s management agency, Keyeast Entertainment, told The Daily Sports on Tuesday.Kim and actress Jun Ji-hyun, stars from the viral drama series “My Love

June 24, 2014

Facial cleansing tips of top 5 Korean female celebrities with flawless skin

Regardless of their age or nationality, many women attempt to defy aging by preserving good skin and natural beauty. Female celebrities, whose appearance is crucial for their work, create their own ways to maintain great-looking skin. The Korea Herald has listed the top five female Korean celebrities with good skin and their secret tips for facial cleansing. 1. Go Hyun-jung (OSEN)Actress Go Hyun-jung’s luminous and youthful skin is legendary in Korea. Few people imagine that she is 43 year old.

June 24, 2014