The Korea Herald

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un made an unannounced visit to China on Saturday, crossing the newly opened New Yalu River Bridge into the border city of Dandong, South Korea's Unification Ministry confirmed. The surprise trip comes amid renewed diplomatic attention to the Korean Peninsula, with US President Donald Trump seeking to revive dialogue with North Korea and China prepar...

Long black puffer jackets have long dominated South Korea’s winter streets. But in a country known for its fast-changing fashion trends, could brighter colors be making their way into winter wardrobes? K-pop stars such as Red Velvet’s Seulgi, Aespa’s Karina and Winter, and Ive’s Jang Wonyoung have been seen wearing puffer jackets in various colors, suggesting a shift influenced ...

On a crisp fall day in early October, Cho Seung-yeon, 37, walked down the aisle of a traditional Korean-style restaurant in Seoul's Bukchon Hanok Village, wearing a shimmering silver gown and carrying a bouquet. Some 30 guests applauded as she made her entrance, followed by group photos, celebratory toasts and a ceremony that looked much like a wedding. But Cho was celebrating t...

At Unhyeongung, where King Gojong and the future Empress Myeongseong held their wedding ceremony in 1866, visitors are gathering this fall for a quieter occasion: tea and conversation. The former residence of Gojong’s father, Heungseon Daewongun, invites visitors to make traditional Korean desserts, sip tea and share stories about their day, accompanied by live gayageum music. O...

Anyone who regularly attends K-pop showcases in South Korea has probably come across You Jae-phil. The energetic host is now a familiar face at events for some of the industry's biggest stars. This year alone, he hosted Ateez's "Golden Hour: Part 4" showcase on Feb. 5 and Aespa's second studio album "Lemonade" showcase on May 28. He also hosted a fan showcase and listening party...