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Beyond the Pitch and the Won: How the Taeguk旗 is Shaping Korea’s Intangible Power
Culture Beyond the Pitch and the Won: How the Taeguk旗 is Shaping Korea’s Intangible Power

March 2026. As the Korean football team fights for a draw and the won fluctuates, a Korean drama captivates the globe. We take a look at the value of the 'Brand Korea' right now. Here's why it all matters.

2026-03-04 20:45 🔥 2
Chimchackman's Masterclass in Content Business: Proving the Formula with 'Not Chimchackman' Special and Namoo13 Pop-Up
Entertainment Chimchackman's Masterclass in Content Business: Proving the Formula with 'Not Chimchackman' Special and Namoo13 Pop-Up

An analysis of content creator Chimchackman's business model and success strategies through his recent moves. From the 'Not Chimchackman' special to the Namoo13 pop-up, we delve into his enduring influence.

2026-03-04 20:41 🔥 3
Gwanghwamun Square's Private Sector Shift After 20 Years: Why Did Governance Fail?
Business Gwanghwamun Square's Private Sector Shift After 20 Years: Why Did Governance Fail?

As Gwanghwamun Square reopens, this article analyses two decades of failed public governance and explores the opportunities and challenges ahead with a new privately-led operating model.

2026-03-04 20:33 🔥 3
BTS, even j-hope's solo act... A decade of power proven by their discography and 'Euphoria'
Entertainment BTS, even j-hope's solo act... A decade of power proven by their discography and 'Euphoria'

From BTS's discography to member j-hope's solo activities, we analyse the power of music and business driving the global fandom.

2026-03-04 20:26 🔥 2
Hong Won-bin's Trot Life Second Act: A New Leap with 'Great Song', Not Just a Return
Entertainment Hong Won-bin's Trot Life Second Act: A New Leap with 'Great Song', Not Just a Return

Veteran pop culture critic Lee Dae-jung with 20 years of experience analyses the meaning behind the 'Hong Won-bin' craze. He delves into the shifts in the music market hidden behind the success of 'Great Song' and the brand value of a legendary singer.

2026-03-04 20:20 🔥 2
Park Chan-dae’s Real Motive: Targeting Kim Moon-soo and Putting Pressure on Han Duck-soo? A Wrap-Up of Today’s (4th) Key Political Issues
Politics Park Chan-dae’s Real Motive: Targeting Kim Moon-soo and Putting Pressure on Han Duck-soo? A Wrap-Up of Today’s (4th) Key Political Issues

An insider’s analysis of the sharp criticism from Democratic Party floor leader Park Chan-dae, exploring the background and future political fallout.

2026-03-04 20:15 🔥 2
Kurds in Tokyo: Between Clash and Hairclip – The Moment Culture Becomes Commodity
Culture Kurds in Tokyo: Between Clash and Hairclip – The Moment Culture Becomes Commodity

The raw reality of the Turkey-Kurdish conflict that erupted in Tokyo's Shinjuku, and the cultural economics of a traditional Kurdish ornament becoming a global fashion item.

2026-03-04 20:08 🔥 2
Everything You Need to Know About HIRA’s 2026 Recruitment: An In-Depth Analysis of the NCS, Major Subject Exams, and Mock Test Trends
Careers Everything You Need to Know About HIRA’s 2026 Recruitment: An In-Depth Analysis of the NCS, Major Subject Exams, and Mock Test Trends

Get ahead of the curve for the 2026 Health Insurance Review & Assessment Service (HIRA) recruitment season. We take an in-depth look at the latest trends and success strategies for the NCS and major subject exams by analysing the evolution of the 'All-New Saida' mock test series from publishers like Sidae Edu and SD Edu.

2026-03-04 20:03 🔥 3
‘Onjjok-i Ha Yerin’ is back: From Paris to London, dreaming of school again after 20 years
Culture ‘Onjjok-i Ha Yerin’ is back: From Paris to London, dreaming of school again after 20 years

The return of 'Onjjok-i Ha Yerin', summoning memories of the 2000s. Analysing the new opportunities for the cultural industry presented by the Ha Yerin phenomenon, from her new book 'The Paris I Met' to the hot topic of second-hand books.

2026-03-04 19:54 🔥 2
From Meal Cards to AI Prevention: The Moment the Evolution of 'Customised Welfare' Changes Daily Life
Economy From Meal Cards to AI Prevention: The Moment the Evolution of 'Customised Welfare' Changes Daily Life

This piece analyses the paradigm shift in 'customised welfare', sparked by the update of the 'Nabiyam' app. It looks at the evolution of integrated case management for families in crisis and multicultural families – from the 2017 manual to AI – and explores the business opportunities on the horizon.

2026-03-04 19:48 🔥 4