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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/nt-live-the-misanthrope-inter-alia-release</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T14:14:46+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T14:14:46+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[NT Live ‘The Misanthrope’ Concludes 6th Screening… Rosamund Pike’s ‘Inter Alia’ to Open October 7]]></news:title>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/thailand-ditp-acfm-2026-busan-content</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T14:14:30+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T14:14:30+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Thailand's DITP to support Thai content companies at ACFM 2026]]></news:title>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/jang-han-byul-solo-concert-sold-out</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T10:51:29+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T10:51:29+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Jang Han-byul sells out all sessions of first solo concert... additional ticketing also finished within 60 seconds]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jang Han-byul has demonstrated immense ticket power as all sessions of her first solo concert, "THE STAR IS BORN," sold out in less than three minutes. Following high demand and premium scalping, an additional session was added to accommodate fans.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/shortbox-4-million-subscribers-youtube-comedy</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T10:51:20+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T10:51:20+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA['Shortbox' surpasses 4 million subscribers after 5 years... cumulative views exceed 1.9 billion]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Shortbox, Kim Won-hun, Jo Jin-se, Eom Ji-yoon, Meta Comedy, YouTube, Brand of the Year Awards, Seoul Community Chest of Korea]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The YouTube channel 'Shortbox', operated by comedians Kim Won-hun, Jo Jin-se, and Eom Ji-yoon under Meta Comedy, has surpassed 4 million subscribers approximately five years after its launch. The channel has also accumulated over 1.9 billion views since opening on October 29, 2021.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/ebs-fm-jung-kyung-classic-classic-public-recording</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T10:31:58+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T10:31:58+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[EBS FM ‘Jung Kyung's Classic Classic’ to Hold Special Public Recording]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Jung Kyung's Classic Classic, EBS FM, Kim Sang-jin, Yoon Hong-cheon, Kim Da-mi, Lee Hyun-jung, Moon Tae-guk, Kim Jae-hyung]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[EBS FM's "Jung Kyung's Classic Classic" will hold a special public recording titled "Now, the Moment We Need Classical Music" on October 24 at the EBS Space Hall. The event will feature various musicians sharing performances and stories based on listener submissions.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/cho-hyun-yong-hangul-korean-language-lecture</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T10:31:55+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T10:31:55+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Professor Cho Hyun-yong to give 4-lecture series from the creation of Hangul to the healing Korean language]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Cho Hyun-yong, Kyung Hee University, EBS 1TV, Class e, Hangul, Korean language, King Sejong, Hunminjeongeum]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[EBS Class e will broadcast a special 4-part lecture series titled "The Appeal of Hangul and the Korean Language" by Kyung Hee University Professor Cho Hyun-yong to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the establishment of Hangul Day. The lectures will explore the distinction between Hangul and the Korean language, the principles of Hunminjeongeum, King Sejong's love for the people, and the expressive and healing qualities of the language.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/the-boyz-eric-photography-exhibition-november</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T10:14:20+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T10:14:20+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[THE BOYZ ERIC to Hold First Solo Photography Exhibition on November 7]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[THE BOYZ, ERIC, Baby Pink Letter Exhibition, GRID Entertainment, THE B, Seoul, Hannam-dong]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[THE BOYZ member ERIC will hold his first solo photography exhibition, titled 'Baby Pink Letter Exhibition', in Hannam-dong, Seoul, from November 7 to 13.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/genesis-busan-international-film-festival-sponsorship</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T09:11:49+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T09:11:49+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Genesis sponsors Busan International Film Festival for 10th consecutive year... providing about 100 protocol vehicles]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Genesis, Busan International Film Festival, GV90 Neolun, Flesh Impact, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Dakota Johnson, Ellen Burstyn, Marilyn Monroe]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Genesis announced on the 7th that it is participating as an official sponsor of the 31st Busan International Film Festival, continuing its partnership for 10 consecutive years. The brand will provide approximately 100 protocol vehicles, including the GV90 Neolun, to major directors, actors, and officials during the festival.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Genesis sponsors Busan International Film Festival for 10th consecutive year... providing about 100 protocol vehicles]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/ayane-pregnancy-update-32-weeks-lee-ji-hoon</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-07T07:40:33+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-07T07:40:33+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Ayane shares update at 32 weeks pregnant... weight is 50kg]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Ayane, Lee Ji-hoon, Ru-hee, pregnancy, weight]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer and musical actress Lee Ji-hoon's wife, Ayane, shared an update regarding her 32nd week of pregnancy with her second child. She revealed her current weight and shared the challenges of caring for her first daughter, Ru-hee, while pregnant.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Ayane shares update at 32 weeks pregnant... weight is 50kg]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/korean-red-cross-red-honors-talk-concert-november</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T21:39:56+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T21:39:56+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Korean Red Cross Blood Services to hold 2026 Red Honors Talk Concert in Daejeon, Suwon, Seoul, and Busan this November]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Korean Red Cross Blood Services, 2026 Red Honors Talk Concert, ABO Friends, Na Yeong-seok, Choi Yu-na, Seo Gyeong-seok, Kim Tae-gyun, Cultwo]]></news:keywords>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/lee-se-chang-daughter-ga-yoon-outlet-date</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T20:15:15+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T20:15:15+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Se-chang reveals outlet date with daughter Ga-yoon... Appearance resembling Kim Ji-yeon draws attention]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Lee Se-chang, Ga-yoon, Kim Ji-yeon, Miss Korea, Let's Live Together with Hwang Shin-hye, KBS 1TV, Jung Ha-na]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actor Lee Se-chang shared photos of a shopping trip with his daughter, Ga-yoon, on social media. Netizens reacted positively to Ga-yoon's striking appearance, noting her resemblance to her mother, Kim Ji-yeon.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Lee Se-chang reveals outlet date with daughter Ga-yoon... Appearance resembling Kim Ji-yeon draws attention]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/kpop-october-comeback-schedule-kickflip-ive-illit</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T19:16:24+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T19:16:24+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[From KickFlip and NCT Wish to IVE and ILLIT... October K-pop Comeback Schedule]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The K-pop industry has a busy October schedule featuring new releases from girl groups, boy groups, and bands. The lineup includes KickFlip, N.Flying, NCT Wish, Meovv, Xdinary Heroes, Nmixx, IVE, and ILLIT.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[From KickFlip and NCT Wish to IVE and ILLIT... October K-pop Comeback Schedule]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/yesung-super-junior-where-we-are-album</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T18:34:00+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T18:34:00+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[YESUNG, 10th Anniversary Album ‘Where We Are’… Voice and Narrative Contained in 12 Songs]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[YESUNG, Super Junior, Where We Are, Pedazos, The Forest Dwellers, K-pop]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Super Junior's YESUNG has released his second full-length album, 'Where We Are', to celebrate his 10th debut anniversary. The album features 12 tracks, including the title song 'Pedazos', showcasing his self-directed creative vision.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/twice-11th-anniversary-fan-event-disappointment</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T17:52:18+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T17:52:18+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[TWICE 11th Anniversary Event for 750 People... Fans Express Disappointment]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[TWICE, NAYEON, JEONGYEON, CHAEYOUNG, TZUYU, JIHYO, BLACKPINK, JYP Entertainment]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Fans are expressing disappointment and dissatisfaction following the announcement of TWICE's 11th anniversary fan event, which is limited to 750 people across three sessions. The article also touches upon BLACKPINK's previous 10th-anniversary event controversy and the ongoing contract renewal discussions for TWICE members.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/choi-ok-young-land-art-ebs-seo-jang-hoon</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T17:50:34+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T17:50:34+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Choi Ok-young reveals three art museums and land art works]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Choi Ok-young, Seo Jang-hoon, Jang Ye-won, EBS, Seo Jang-hoon's Millionaire Next Door, Gangneung, land art, South Korea]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Land artist Choi Ok-young will appear on EBS's "Seo Jang-hoon's Millionaire Next Door" to introduce her three art museums, her artistic journey, and her diverse works. The program will visit her studio in Gangneung, Gangwon Province, to showcase her self-portraits on milk cartons and large-scale land art.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Choi Ok-young reveals three art museums and land art works]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/enoch-bucheon-city-citizens-day-ceremony-host</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T15:52:07+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T15:52:07+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Enoch hosts the 53rd Bucheon City Citizens' Day Ceremony]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Enoch, Bucheon City, Jeongseon Arirang Festival, Gwanghwamun Love Song, Chicago, Kim Yeon-ja, Nam Jin, Tom Jones]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer and actor Enoch hosted the 53rd Bucheon City Citizens' Day Ceremony held at Bucheon City Hall. He also performed at the 14th Jeongseon Arirang Festival and is currently active in musical productions.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Enoch hosts the 53rd Bucheon City Citizens' Day Ceremony]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/lee-yu-jin-cha-kyung-eun-marriage-november</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T12:53:24+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T12:53:24+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Yu-jin ♥ Cha Kyung-eun to marry on November 14... "Reliable partners"]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Lee Yu-jin, Cha Kyung-eun, marriage, Seoul, actor]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actors Lee Yu-jin and Cha Kyung-eun will marry on November 14 in Seoul. The couple began dating with marriage in mind after meeting through Lee Yu-jin's first directing work, 'Cast Me if You See the Path!'.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Lee Yu-jin ♥ Cha Kyung-eun to marry on November 14... "Reliable partners"]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/park-jang-hyun-appointed-mhk-mental-health-keeper</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T12:36:31+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T12:36:31+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Park Jang-hyun Appointed as the 36th MHK, Mental Health Keeper]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Park Jang-hyun, MHK, Mental Health Keeper, Seoul Metropolitan Mental Health Welfare Center, mental health, Lee Ki-yeon]]></news:keywords>
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  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/shinji-bbaekga-kim-jong-min-hiyung-pregnancy-reveal</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T12:11:01+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T12:11:01+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Shinji and Bbaekga reveal the moment Kim Jong-min and Hiyung announced their pregnancy]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Shinji, Bbaekga, Kim Jong-min, Hiyung, Koyote, The Return of Superman, KBS 2TV]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Shinji shared a video on social media showing the moment Kim Jong-min and his wife Hiyung first shared their pregnancy news with the Koyote members. KBS 2TV's 'The Return of Superman' also announced that Kim Jong-min will share the news of his wife's pregnancy on the broadcast on the 7th.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Shinji and Bbaekga reveal the moment Kim Jong-min and Hiyung announced their pregnancy]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/musical-sweeney-todd-10th-anniversary-lineup</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T10:56:33+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T10:56:33+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Musical 'Sweeney Todd' 10th Anniversary, Opening December 4 at D-Cube Link Art Center]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Sweeney Todd, OD Company, Cho Seung-woo, Jeon Mi-do, D-Cube Link Art Center, musical]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[OD Company has revealed the lineup for the 10th-anniversary production of the musical 'Sweeney Todd'. The production will return after four years, opening on December 4 at the D-Cube Link Art Center in Guro-gu, Seoul.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Musical 'Sweeney Todd' 10th Anniversary, Opening December 4 at D-Cube Link Art Center]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/gunsan-divorced-couple-ebs-architecture-exploration</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T10:41:10+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T10:41:10+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Gunsan Divorced Couple Living in Main and Annex Houses, to be Released on EBS on October 6]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Architecture Exploration: House, EBS1, Gunsan, Boryeong, Kim Ju-yeong, Lee Yun-mi, Ahn Yeong-gyu, Kim Seon-gyeong]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The program "Architecture Exploration: House" explores two unique homes: a divorced couple living in the same yard in Gunsan, and a couple with diverging tastes in Boryeong.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Gunsan Divorced Couple Living in Main and Annex Houses, to be Released on EBS on October 6]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/newjeans-hanni-birthday-selfie-return-schedule</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T10:19:59+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T10:19:59+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[NewJeans' HANNI releases birthday selfies... Return schedule still undecided]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[NewJeans' HANNI shared two birthday selfies on the group's official social media channels. Meanwhile, the group's official activities remain paused following legal developments regarding their contract with ADOR.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[NewJeans' HANNI releases birthday selfies... Return schedule still undecided]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/won-hyuk-son-min-su-im-ra-ra-twins-birthday</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T10:19:54+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T10:19:54+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Won Hyuk attends Son Min-su and Im Ra-ra's twins' first birthday party... "Other people's kids grow up fast"]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Won Hyuk, Son Min-su, Im Ra-ra, Lee Su-min, Lee El, Gang-i, Dan-i, Appo TV]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Trot singer Won Hyuk shared photos of himself attending the first birthday party for the twin children of the "Enjoy Couple," Son Min-su and Im Ra-ra.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Won Hyuk attends Son Min-su and Im Ra-ra's twins' first birthday party... "Other people's kids grow up fast"]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/park-seo-jin-re-recording-new-single</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T10:00:40+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T10:00:40+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Park Seo-jin to release re-recorded songs from 12 years ago on the 7th]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Park Seo-jin will release a new digital single featuring re-recorded and rearranged versions of his early songs, "Who Can Defeat Time?" and "Toward My Dream," on the 7th.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/onggi-concert-traditional-performance-dance-foreigners</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T09:59:23+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T09:59:23+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Korea Traditional Performing Arts Foundation holds Traditional Performance and Traditional Dance season of 'Human-Scale Onggi Concert' for foreigners]]></news:title>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/the-shilla-seoul-kids-table-manners-package</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T09:59:16+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T09:59:16+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[THE SHILLA SEOUL introduces children's table manners experience package]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[THE SHILLA SEOUL has launched 'Little Ladies and Gentlemen,' a package designed for children to experience afternoon tea culture and learn table manners. The program features specialized classes for kids and afternoon tea sets for parents, allowing families to spend time together in different ways.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/seventeen-unit-solo-performances-annual-schedule</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T09:26:18+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T09:26:18+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[SEVENTEEN performs 56 stages in a year, following unit and solo performances]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[SEVENTEEN, S.Coups, MINGYU, DK, SEUNGKWAN, THE 8, VERNON, DINO]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[SEVENTEEN is maintaining continuous engagement with fans through a series of unit and solo performances despite hiatuses. Including their world tour and fan meetings, the group has completed a total of 56 performances this year.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/x-in-comeback-chain-reaction-album</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T09:09:43+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T09:09:43+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[X:IN makes a comeback with first full-length album ‘Chain Reaction’]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[X:IN, Chain Reaction, Luísa Sonza, tiLLie, Be By Entertainment, K-pop]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Girl group X:IN is returning with their first full-length album, 'Chain Reaction', which features collaborations with global artists and diverse musical genres.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[X:IN makes a comeback with first full-length album ‘Chain Reaction’]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/jang-jae-in-niche-music-exclusive-contract</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T07:30:42+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T07:30:42+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Jang Jae-in signs exclusive contract with Niche Music... joining Song Ha-ye and Yoo Yong-ho]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Jang Jae-in, Niche Music, Song Ha-ye, Yoo Yong-ho, Singer-Songwriter Jae-in, YouTube]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer-songwriter Jang Jae-in has signed an exclusive contract with Niche Music. The agency plans to provide full support to help the artist maintain her unique musical identity while reaching a wider audience.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Jang Jae-in signs exclusive contract with Niche Music... joining Song Ha-ye and Yoo Yong-ho]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/zara-larsson-lany-korea-concerts-autumn</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-06T01:32:23+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-06T01:32:23+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Zara Larsson and LANY color autumn nights with performances in Korea]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Zara Larsson, LANY, Midnight Sun Tour in Seoul, Soft World Tour, Seoul, Goyang, Paul Klein, Lauv]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Zara Larsson held her first solo concert in Seoul, while the American pop band LANY met approximately 8,500 fans at a concert in Goyang.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/hwang-jung-eum-return-2015-marriage-confession</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-05T22:35:30+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-05T22:35:30+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Hwang Jung-eum confesses she wants to return to 2015 before her marriage]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Hwang Jung-eum, Lee Young-don, marriage, divorce, Namsan]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hwang Jung-eum shared her honest feelings during a Q&A session with her subscribers, expressing a desire to return to the year 2015 before she got married.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/koo-kyo-hwan-acting-philosophy-projects</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-05T18:27:41+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-05T18:27:41+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Koo Kyo-hwan, whose marriage registration was revealed late, has more than 5 works to be released by next year]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Koo Kyo-hwan, Fairy Jae-hyung, Kang Ki-young, Shin Seung-ho, Yeon Sang-ho, Reawaken Man: The Red, Once We Were Us, Peninsula]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actor Koo Kyo-hwan revealed that he has more than five projects scheduled for release by next year and shared his acting philosophy during an appearance on the YouTube channel 'Fairy Jae-hyung'.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Koo Kyo-hwan, whose marriage registration was revealed late, has more than 5 works to be released by next year]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/hwang-min-hyun-our-concept-photo-release</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-05T18:11:38+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-05T18:11:38+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Hwang Min-hyun releases final concept photo for new album 'OUR']]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer and actor Hwang Min-hyun has released the final 'FACE' version concept photo for his upcoming digital single 'OUR'. He is set to release the full album and music video on the 7th.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/eli-u-kiss-child-support-clarification</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-05T16:18:02+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-05T16:18:02+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Eli directly clarifies controversy over ex-wife Ji Yeon-soo's '850,000 won child support' claim]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Eli, U-KISS, Ji Yeon-soo, child support, divorce]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Former U-KISS member Eli clarified his position regarding his ex-wife Ji Yeon-soo's claim that he only pays 850,000 won in child support, stating he pays for necessary expenses as they arise. He explained that during the pandemic, he was earning minimum wage and facing debt, and he does not intend to apologize for the decision made at the time.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://world.ksw-news.com/news/jang-yoon-ju-moves-united-kingdom-family</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-05T15:26:48+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>Korean Social Welfare Journal</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-05T15:26:48+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Jang Yoon-ju moves to the United Kingdom with her family... "I am not confident about modeling"]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Model Jang Yoon-ju shared news of her move to the United Kingdom with her family, explaining that the decision was prompted by her husband's desire to return to his studies.]]></image:caption>
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