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LA Koreatown to undergo major facelift ahead of 2028 Olympics

As the 2028 Summer Games approach, LA Koreatown Olympics preparations are accelerating a sweeping facelift aimed at attracting visitors during the global event. City...

A 40-year convention guru steps in to revamp the Korea Conference

Founded in 1985, Intercom has avoided losses for 40 years, growing into a major convention firm that has managed APEC, G20 and other global summits through experience-driven execution.

Beer Aesthetics Reveal How Color and Aroma Shape Taste

Beer aesthetics begin before the first sip. Sunlight slips through a glass, and golden foam rises as a beer comes to life. What people...

Costco Nike sneaker sells out fast, resale prices hit $1,000

A Costco Nike sneaker release has quickly drawn attention after a limited-edition shoe sold at Costco surged in value on the resale market within...

Mortgage Refinance Not Worth It for Most Homeowners

Falling interest rates are expected to bring additional declines in mortgage rates, but most homeowners are unlikely to benefit significantly from a mortgage refinance,...

Consumer Report’s Best New Cars: Japan Wins 6 Categories, Korea Shut Out

Consumer Reports’ 2026 best new cars rankings showed Japanese brands taking most of the top spots, while no Korean models were included among the...

AI creates a new religion on agent-only social platform

Autonomous agent AIs created religions on an agent-only social platform, prompting debate over belief, perception, and the future of faith in the age of artificial intelligence.

Roasted Sweet Potato Lunch Takes On Fast Food as Prices Climb

Roasted sweet potatoes, a traditional Korean snack known as gungoguma, are emerging as a lunch alternative as rising food prices force workers to rethink...

H Mart F&B Franchises Expand With Ten Thousand, L’AMI

H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the Americas, is expanding its franchise food and beverage operations through its franchise-focused subsidiary, BK Franchise. H...

AI Beer Brewing: Craft Brewers Add Robots, Data, and Solar Power

Beer drinking began about 7,000 years ago, dating back to the ancient Sumerian civilization. Beer started when grain dough fermented by accident. At the...