Two Korean Pop icons rise with new and exciting updates in the Korean entertainment scene this September. K-pop sensation BTS climbs 12 spots to the number one spot in the Soompi Music Chart as well as many other online music charts with their hit “IDOL,” released on August 24. Meanwhile, in the showbiz scene, BigBang member Seungri has been confirmed to …

From digital sprites, to cards, to toys, Pokémon has made fans catch ’em all since 1996. Now, the media giant tempts its fanbase to collect footwear, courtesy of Fila Korea. So here’s a little something for all you avid Pokémon fans out there. Behold: the Pokémon sneakers. Available in two models, the shoes feature the first generation Pokémon starter trio …

Valentine’s Day is an annual celebration every February 14th. Today, almost every country in the world celebrates this day. Some, with different ways and twists. Ever wonder how Korea, Denmark, Italy, Philippines, and France celebrate the most romantic day of the year? Read on and find out their odd but unique ways of celebrating. Valentine’s Day commemorates the martyrdom of …

Contrary to an earlier announcement that the Golden Disc Awards 2018 will be held in Manila, local production company All Access Production has announced that the awards will not push through. It added that the awards, which is also dubbed as the “Korean Grammys,” will instead be held in Korea. According to a Philippine Star report, the cancellation is due …

Song Joong Ki and Song Hye Kyo are finally married. The Song Song couple made it official during a private ceremony on Oct 31 at the Shilla Hotel. Details of their wedding have been making headlines since their big day as well as details of where they chose to spend their honeymoon. The Descendants of the Sun co-stars announced their …

Final Fantasy Brave Exvius is celebrating their one year anniversary with special Fan Festa events around the world. The event coincides with the 30th anniversary of Final Fantasy, adding to the commemoration of the brand’s legacy and success. Fans and game developers gathered at a standing room event in New York City Final Fantasy Brave Exvius Fan Festa on October 6. They …

Song Joong Ki and Song Hye Kyo continue to make headlines especially now that they’ve confirmed the venue for their upcoming wedding. The Song-Song couple is due to tie the knot at one of South Korea’s most luxurious wedding venues, the Shilla Hotel. Here’s what we know about it and what we think you should know too. Since the Descendants of …

Latte art is taking Korea by storm, thanks to barista and cafe owner Lee Kang Bin. He creates, or rather recreates works of art like Van Gogh’s Starry Starry Night in a cup of coffee. He and his coffee creations have been featured internationally. Lee himself shares photos and videos of his work on Instagram. According to a Reuters report, …

The Department of Education in cooperation with the country of Korea, will introduce the teaching of the Korean language in public high schools this school year. The department inked an agreement with the Embassy of the Republic of Korea last June 21 for a pilot program in 10 Metro Manila high schools within the school year. According to the Inquirer, …

Choi Seung-hyun popularly known as Bigbang’s T.O.P condition is improving as stated by reports. Choi has been hospitalized and was in critical condition for the past few days due to a drug overdose. A spokesperson for the hospital says the singer has regained consciousness and is now stable but is in need of psychiatric treatment. On June 5, T.O.P released a …