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Korean American missionary ordered deported, set to return Feb. 14

A Nepal missionary deportation has been finalized for Yongho Lee, a Korean missionary who was detained after more than two decades of work in...

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.

Korean American missionary with cancer detained in Nepal on charges of spreading Christianity

A Korean missionary with advanced cancer has been detained in Nepal on charges related to missionary activity, prompting urgent calls for medical care and U.S. diplomatic intervention.

Beong-Soo Kim appointed USC president, first Korean American in 146-year history

USC appoints Beong-Soo Kim as its first Korean American president, marking a historic milestone in the university’s 146-year history.

New film ‘K-POPS!’ blends Anderson .Paak with cameos from K-pop stars

The comedy film “K-POPS!” explores family, identity and cultural connection through music, featuring Anderson .Paak and cameos by top K-pop stars ahead of its nationwide release.

Korean Canadian wins $11 million lottery jackpot

A Korean Canadian man in Edmonton won about $11 million after hitting the Lotto Max jackpot, planning first to pay off his mortgage and visit family in South Korea.

Hyundai Palisade XRT PRO Designer Reflects on 35-Year Career

Designing the Hyundai Palisade XRT PRO for the North American market was one of the final projects completed by Soomin Choe, a Korean American...

From Microphone to Hamburgers: The Unfinished Story of 97-year-old Jinnok Wi

At 97, veteran KBS announcer Jinnok Wi reflects on a century-long journey—from reporting the Korean War to running a hamburger shop in California—and finds new meaning through handwritten letters.

After 40 Years of Leading Growth, Bank of Hope’s Steven S. Koh Retires to Begin a New Chapter

 Steven S. Koh(고석화), Honorary Chairman of Bank of Hope, has announced his retirement, bringing to a close more than four decades of leadership in...

UniqueMi fermented skincare sells out at KCON LA, expands in U.S.

Korean fermented skincare company UniqueMi (CEO Hee-Ok Kwak) is making a full-scale entry into the U.S. market following a major success at KCON LA...