VISUALS: From Vermeer to Van Gogh: Dutch masterpieces illuminated through light, sound and digital innovation

SEOUL, July 8 (AJU PRESS) - "From Vermeer to Van Gogh: Dutch Masters" is underway at Theatre des Lumieres in Seoul's Walkerhill Hotel & Resort from May 24 to Nov. 24 This immersive exhibition reinterprets the works of Dutch artists Johannes Vermeer, Rembrandt van Rijn, and Vincent van Gogh through light, music and digital technology. The show is divided into 12 segments and lasts 35 minutes. Each segment is paired with lively music, creating a deeply immersive experience fo

July 8, 2024

VISUALS: Teaser clip released for virtual artist Suvi's dance single 'Suncream'

SEOUL, July 8 (AJU PRESS) - Studio Meta-K, the agency behind virtual artist Suvi, released a teaser clip for her upcoming debut single "Suncream" on Sunday. The 22-year-old digital human is set to debut on Thursday with the dance song, which tells the story of a mermaid emerging from the sea in search of love, only to discover the joys of summer instead. Mina Myoung, a choreographer known for her work on the dance competition show "Street Woman Fighter 2," oversaw the

July 8, 2024

PHOTOS: Seoul restricts tourist access to historic hanok village

SEOUL, July 05 (AJU PRESS) - In an unprecedented move, Seoul's Jongno District has decided to limit tourist access to the popular Bukchon Hanok Village starting next year, citing concerns over overtourism and residents' quality of life. Starting in March 2025, parts of the picturesque neighborhood in central Seoul, known for its well-preserved traditional Korean houses, or hanok, will be designated as a "special management area" under the Tourism Promotion Act. This deci

July 5, 2024

PHOTOS: Seoul International Wine & Spirits Expo Kicks Off at COEX

SEOUL, July 05 (AJU PRESS) - The 2024 Seoul International Wine & Spirits Expo is underway at COEX in Seoul, offering a unique opportunity to taste a wide variety of alcoholic beverages. Launched in 1992, the longest-running liquor industry exhibition in South Korea runs from Thursday to Saturday.

July 5, 2024

PHOTOS: Stars shine on red carpet at Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival

SEOUL, July 5 (AJU PRESS) - Stars and filmmakers gathered for the red carpet event of the annual Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BIFAN) on Thursday. The annual festival, now in its 28th year, runs for 11 days until July 14, screening about 255 short and feature films from 49 countries this year. A three-day forum on the sidelines of the festival is also scheduled from Friday to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on film-making.

July 5, 2024

PHOTOS: 12,000 cattle farmers rally in Seoul

SEOUL, July 5 (AJU PRESS) - Approximately 12,000 cattle farmers gathered for a rally in Seoul's commercial district of Yeouido, near the National Assembly, on Wednesday. They voiced their struggles with rising production costs and falling cattle prices, urging the government to improve their conditions. The Hanwoo Association, which organized the massive rally, claimed that many cattle farmers have faced severe difficulties in their livelihoods, suffering losses of over 2.3 million won pe

July 5, 2024

PHOTOS: Seoul mourns car crash victims

SEOUL, July 04 (AJU PRESS) - On the evening of July 1, 2024, a deadly car crash took place near Seoul City Hall Station when a luxury sedan plowed into a pedestrian walkway at an intersection. Nine were killed and seven were injured in the accident. At the accident site, people continue to pay their respects, paying tribute with various items such as flowers and alcoholic drinks placed to honor the victims.

July 4, 2024

PHOTOS: Nano Korea 2024 showcases cutting-edge innovations at KINTEX

SEOUL, July 03 (AJU PRESS) - The 22nd annual Nano Korea, is taking place at KINTEX in Goyang, west of Seoul. The event runs from Wednesday to Friday under the theme "Invisible Nano, Realizing the Future." The Nano Korea serves as a premier platform for showcasing the latest innovations and applications in nanotechnology and is recognized as one of the world's top three events in the sector, along with the United States' TechConnect World and Japan's NanoTech Japan.

July 3, 2024

PHOTOS: People with disabilities gather in protest

SEOUL, July 03 (AJU PRESS) - The Solidarity Against Disability Discrimination staged two-day protests on Monday and Tuesday in Yeouido and at several subway stations in Seoul, calling for improvements in policies and the enactment of special laws regarding people with disabilities.

July 3, 2024

PHOTOS: Korea, Canada connect through friendly hockey tournament

SEOUL, July 2 (AJU PRESS) - Korean and Canadian players faced off against each other at a hockey tournament in central Seoul on Monday. Hosted by the Embassy of Canada to Korea, the friendly tournament was part of celebrations for the 157th anniversary of the country's founding, also called Canada Day. Despite a valiant effort, the Korean team fell short to the host who emerged victorious.

July 2, 2024