South Korean popular culture

What to do on the Weekend? 'Enjoy Korean Food at Home' with K-Pop Idol and Power Influencers!

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
SSAM, South Korean popular culture, SSAM, Korean cuisine, K-pop

K-Food Weekend begins at 7pm Eastern Time on the 31st with K-Pop idol and former member of the group U-Kiss, Kevin Woo, by introducing K-Ssam with Korean barbeque culture, which can be easily enjoyed at home.

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  • K-Food Weekend begins at 7pm Eastern Time on the 31st with K-Pop idol and former member of the group U-Kiss, Kevin Woo, by introducing K-Ssam with Korean barbeque culture, which can be easily enjoyed at home.
  • Also the first 100 participants to take part in the survey will receive a K-Ssam meal kit as a gift.
  • Hwasop Shim, head of aT U.S. headquarters said, "We have prepared a new online experience event to meet consumers in the post-Corona era.
  • I hope that consumers across the United States will have a special weekend where they can share joy with Korean food."

Learn and enjoy Korean traditional culture with K-POP artists

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Regions, East Asia, South Korean popular culture, Countries, K-pop, South Korea, Culture of Korea, Korean language, Koreans, Korea, Korean Wave

SEOUL, South Korea, July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE) (President Jung Gilhwa) has announced the holding of "K-Community Challenge" from July 5 to September 13.

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  • The "K-Community Challenge"is a challenge where the K-Community (individuals who like Korean culture and actively meet on a regular basis) from all over the world can easily learn about Korean traditional culture and imitate Korean traditional performances.
  • Its goal is to spread people's interest in not only Korean pop culture but also Korean traditional culture.
  • There are also videos of K-POP artists learning theseaspects of culture from different mentors, with Korea's main scenery and landmarks as background.
  • According to KOFICE President, there are now more than one hundred million Korean pop culture fans and Korean traditional culture is drawing attention worldwide.

Learn and enjoy Korean traditional culture with K-POP artists

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Countries, East Asia, Regions, Member states of the United Nations, Republics, South Korean popular culture, K-pop, South Korea, Korean language, Culture of Korea, Koreans, North Korea

The "K-Community Challenge"is a challenge where the K-Community (individuals who like Korean culture and actively meet on a regular basis) from all over the world can easily learn about Korean traditional culture and imitate Korean traditional performances.

Key Points: 
  • The "K-Community Challenge"is a challenge where the K-Community (individuals who like Korean culture and actively meet on a regular basis) from all over the world can easily learn about Korean traditional culture and imitate Korean traditional performances.
  • Its goal is to spread people's interest in not only Korean pop culture but also Korean traditional culture.
  • The winning teams will be announced at "K-Community Festival (Online)"on November 6.K-POP artists who took part in this challenge will introduce Korean traditional performances and will have interactive time with the winners.
  • According to KOFICE President, there are now more than one hundred million Korean pop culture fans and Korean traditional culture is drawing attention worldwide.

GoLearn Education Appoints Strategic Advisor & Expands into the Middle East

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Software, Other Education, Technology, University, Primary, Secondary, Education, Training, Other Technology, GESS, Postgraduate certificate, Nada, South Korean popular culture

GoLearn Education , the leading innovator in Artificial Intelligence based personalised and student-centred teaching and learning, today announces that it has named Ms Nada Ali Reddha as its Strategic Board Advisor for GoLearns expansion into the Middle East.

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  • GoLearn Education , the leading innovator in Artificial Intelligence based personalised and student-centred teaching and learning, today announces that it has named Ms Nada Ali Reddha as its Strategic Board Advisor for GoLearns expansion into the Middle East.
  • I am very enthused that Nada has agreed to work with GoLearn as we expand into the Middle East, said Alex Mirza PgCert FRSA, Chairman & Founder of GoLearn Education.
  • Her extensive experience in the Middle East and the education sector in particular, will be a key advantage in enabling GoLearns expansion in the region.
  • She also attends the Thinktank on Global Education at the Harvard School of Education Boston, US and has been an active participant of GESS Dubai.

From Old to New - Say Cheese as You Climb Into the Happy Glamper Photo Camper, New England's Premier Photo Booth Experience

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Japanese popular culture, Photo booth, Photography, South Korean popular culture, Camper, Happy Hogan, Fictional characters, Visual arts, Culture

Happy Glamper offers a new twist on the classic photo booth experience.

Key Points: 
  • Happy Glamper offers a new twist on the classic photo booth experience.
  • The latest addition to New England's list of premier event vendors, Happy Glamper takes vintage Shasta campers and transforms them into modern, traveling photo booths available for indoor and outdoor events of all sizes and types.
  • "- Melissa Hadley, owner and creator of Happy Glamper Photo Camper
    Happy Glamper is booking events now at a competitive price point.
  • About The Happy Glamper Photo Camper: Happy Glamper was born out of the entrepreneurial mindset of photographer and small business owner, Melissa Hadley.

"KWAVE Star Emoji" contest for the first time in US

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Friday, June 11, 2021
Musicians, Musical groups, South Korean popular culture, Exceptionalism, Fandom, Korean nationalism, Korean Wave, Hyun Bin, Exo

LOS ANGELES, June 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A KWAVE Emoji contest with the theme of "Hallyu Star" will be held for the first time in the United States.

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  • LOS ANGELES, June 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A KWAVE Emoji contest with the theme of "Hallyu Star" will be held for the first time in the United States.
  • Ahead of the launch of KWAVE GO, a social network app aimed at Hallyu (Korea wave) fans around the world, KWAVE GO, inc is holding an "Hallyu Star" emoticon contest across the United States.
  • Hallyu stars mean such as BTS, Blackpink, Exo, Twice, Lee Min Ho, Hyun Bin etc.
  • Applicants can submit their favorite Hallyu star as a digital image file of characters expressing 16 different emotions.

FNS Globally Launches an App Service for FANTOO, a Network-Based Platform for K-Fans

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Monday, May 17, 2021
Family, Technology, Consumer, Teens, TV and Radio, Film & Motion Pictures, Music, Mobile, Wireless, Other Communications, Arts, Museums, Entertainment, Communications, Social media, Small business, Celebrity, Professional services, Other Consumer, Women, Events, Concerts, Software, MEN, Internet, Korean nationalism, Korean Wave, South Korean popular culture, Fandom, Korean society, Korea

b'FNS Co., Ltd announced the official launching of the app service of FANTOO, a global fandom network platform for Hanryu Fans, in 175 countries.\nThis press release features multimedia.

Key Points: 
  • b'FNS Co., Ltd announced the official launching of the app service of FANTOO, a global fandom network platform for Hanryu Fans, in 175 countries.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210517005354/en/\nFNS Co., Ltd launches the app service of FANTOO, a global fandom network platform for Hanryu Fans, in 175 countries.
  • FANTOO was developed for 100 million K-Fans across the world.
  • Participants in this event will be presented with a variety of gifts through a drawing.\nThe survey results will be posted on the FANTOO app and official website.

Creator Economy Startup Koji Launches Photo Guestbook: A Customizable Photo Booth For Your Link In Bio

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Software, Operating systems, Computing, World Wide Web, Video hosting, Photo booth, Photography, South Korean popular culture, Guestbook, Twitch, Instagram, Creator

b"SAN DIEGO, May 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Koji , the world's most powerful Link in Bio tool for the Creator economy, announces today the launch of its newest Link in Bio feature the Photo Guestbook.

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  • b"SAN DIEGO, May 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Koji , the world's most powerful Link in Bio tool for the Creator economy, announces today the launch of its newest Link in Bio feature the Photo Guestbook.
  • The new feature allows Creators to customize a UGC photo booth that can be used for any occasion.
  • The new template offers patrons and top fans an amusing way to get a Creator's attention as well as a way to directly connect with them.
  • The company's Link In Bio profiles are used by a fast growing community of Creators and innovators to engage audiences on TikTok, Instagram, Twitch and other platforms.\nView original content to download multimedia: http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/creator-economy-startup-koji-lau...\n"

From March 1, People in the US Can Take Free Passport Photos From Home Using PhotoAiD.com, an AI-Powered Photo App

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021
Japanese popular culture, Photo booth, Photography, South Korean popular culture, Identity document, Passport, Culture

U.S. regulations allow the public to take passport photos themselves, but it can often be tricky and cause problems.

Key Points: 
  • U.S. regulations allow the public to take passport photos themselves, but it can often be tricky and cause problems.
  • Most of them have issues with lighting (44%), head cropping (37%), or are lacking a perfectly plain background (29%).
  • PhotoAid has more than seven years of experience in passport photography, operating an international network of biometric photo booths in Europe.
  • If you have any questions about this release, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Hani Zeini Grant for Meritorious College or University Students

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Friday, February 26, 2021
Hani, Musicians, Singers, South Korean popular culture

MIAMI, Feb. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Hani Zeini Grant for accredited college and university students is available now.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, Feb. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Hani Zeini Grant for accredited college and university students is available now.
  • About the Hani Zeini Grant 2021:
    The merit-based financial aid grant will recognize the student with real entrepreneurial zeal to support future business leaders.
  • Zeini desires to bring down these constraints through the Hani Zeini Grant by supporting them in their dreams.
  • For clarity on the application process and other information, please visit the Hani Zeini Grant website.