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Commercial featuring Shin Gu and Park Geun-hyung for Community Chest of Korea surpasses 60 million cumulative views

The 2026 year-round brand advertisement for the Community Chest of Korea, starring veteran actors Shin Gu and Park Geun-hyung, has exceeded 60 million cumulative views within five weeks of its release.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Woongsang Community Welfare Center Conducts Youth Sharing Leadership Training at Daeunsan Natural Recreation Forest

Woongsang Community Welfare Center collaborated with Daeunsan Natural Recreation Forest to host a leadership program for local youth focused on sharing and community values. The experiential education aims to foster emotional development and social skills through nature-based activities.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Solbi, from visiting art exhibitions to yacht tours... Relaxed recent life after debuting as a writer

Singer and painter Solbi shared glimpses of her relaxing weekend through social media, featuring art exhibitions and a yacht tour. She also recently announced her official debut as a writer with the short drama "My Ex-Boyfriend is a Top Star."

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Kwak Min-jeong and Moon Seong-gon, Bubu, Show Unchanging Affection Even in Their 6th Year of Marriage

Former national figure skater Kwak Min-jeong shared updates of her life with her husband, professional basketball player Moon Seong-gon, via social media. Despite their busy schedules, the couple continues to enjoy dates and time with their dog.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Great Minds Season 6: First Inclusion of Domestic Scholars, Premiering October 12

EBS held a production briefing for the sixth season of "Great Minds," featuring a record 50 scholars, including the first-ever appearance of prominent South Korean academics. The program aims to expand lifelong learning opportunities by linking broadcast content with K-MOOC.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Family Musical 'I Am a Firefly' to Open at Yerimdang Art Hall on the 9th

The children's and family musical 'I Am a Firefly' will premiere on September 9th at the Yerimdang Art Hall in Gangnam, Seoul. Based on a picture book inspired by musician Jung Jung-sik's song of the same name, the story follows Seo-yun, a protagonist who fears the darkness after losing her father, as she finds the light in her heart again through a firefly.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Bands SORAN, Pentacle, and Dirty Shoes to Hold Joint Concert 'FOOTPRINT' on October 30

Bands SORAN, Pentacle, and Dirty Shoes will hold a special live concert titled 'FOOTPRINT' at XSCALA in Seoul on October 30.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Utopian Studio to Reveal 5 New Works in 2027 and Develop 25 Projects

Utopian Studio is expanding its global content business by combining AI technology with traditional filmmaking, with 25 projects currently in development and five scheduled for release in 2027.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Uhm Tae Woong and Yoon Hye Jin's daughter Zion grows rapidly to 178cm at age 13

Yoon Hye Jin shared photos of her daughter Zion on social media, revealing that the 13-year-old has grown to a height of 178cm. Zion previously gained public recognition through her appearance on the KBS 2TV variety show 'The Return of Superman'.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.08

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Ahn Jung-hwan Announces Achievement of 500 Million Won in Cumulative Donations via YouTube

Former national football player and broadcaster Ahn Jung-hwan announced that he has reached his goal of 500 million won in cumulative donations through his YouTube channel. He expressed gratitude to his supporters while also sharing his concerns regarding the future of his channel due to recent criticisms.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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Razer Unveils 'Razer Clio X', a Wireless Speaker Designed for Gaming Chairs

Razer has introduced the Razer Clio X, a wireless speaker head cushion that attaches to gaming chairs to provide immersive spatial audio without the need for a headset. The device features THX spatial audio technology and is designed to reduce headset fatigue for gamers.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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Seongju County enters 3rd year of Night Tourism Specialized City project, accelerating 'stay-over tourism'

Seongju County is expanding its night tourism initiatives by introducing permanent programs like 'Night Walking' at Seongbak Forest to encourage longer visitor stays. The county aims to build a family-friendly tourism ecosystem targeting multiple generations through diverse content including talk concerts and local culinary experiences.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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Han Groo shares secrets to maintaining 47kg and her recent life... the daily life of a single mother raising two children

Actress Han Groo shared updates on her life and weight management through social media, revealing her strict diet and her current status as a single mother raising twins while continuing her acting career.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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International Foundation for Korean Language Education Produces Hangeul Song ‘You and Me Together’ for Overseas Korean Language Class Students

The International Foundation for Korean Language Education will release a music video for the Hangeul song ‘You and Me Together’ to help overseas students learn Korean easily in celebration of the 100th anniversary of Hangeul Day in 2026. The project features lyrics by announcer Lee Geum Hee, music by singer Lee Seon Hee, and choreography by Aiki.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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Park Eun-bin Successfully Completes Fan Concert Celebrating 30th Debut Anniversary… 180 Minutes of Emotional Stages

Actress Park Eun-bin held a 180-minute fan concert titled 'Eunbin Note: Eunbiniverse' at KBS Arena to celebrate her 30th debut anniversary, featuring various live performances and emotional moments with fans.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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Actress Ban Min-jung, Celebrating 25 Years Since Debut, Reveals Unique Atmosphere in Pure White Wedding Photoshoot

Actress Ban Min-jung, who debuted 25 years ago, released a new wedding photoshoot showcasing her versatile charm through elegant white dresses. Having built a solid career since her 2001 debut, she is currently active in various fields, including running an acting academy.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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A 115-Year-Old Abandoned House in Gimje, Jeonbuk, Resolves Father-Daughter Conflict and Brings Three Generations Together

The EBS program "Architecture Exploration: House" explores two unique stories in Gimje, Jeonbuk: a 115-year-old house where a daughter's renovation brings her estranged father to live with her family, and an old farmhouse where a man who grew up as an orphan finds a new father and son through the process of restoring a traditional home.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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Actress Lee Ju-hwa Expresses Concern Over Diet Pill Craze... "A Healthy Body Comes First"

Actress Lee Ju-hwa shared her concerns on social media regarding the recent craze for obesity treatments like Wegovy and Mounjaro, emphasizing the importance of overall health over rapid weight loss.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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Park Sung-kwang's wife Leesol reveals 11-line abs that defy her 39 years

Leesol, the wife of Park Sung-kwang, drew attention by sharing photos of her toned physique on social media, showcasing her defined abdominal muscles and back line.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.07

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Kwon Ji-an Sells Out All Works Exhibited at ‘Kiaf SEOUL 2026’

Singer and painter Kwon Ji-an achieved a complete sell-out of her six exhibited works, including pieces from the ‘Humming Letter’ series, at the Kiaf SEOUL 2026 held at COEX.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.06

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Korea Travel: Searching for Life's Treasures... From Summer Croaker in the Sea to a Farmer-Singer in Damyang

EBS's "Korea Travel" will air a special series titled "I Saw It, Searching for Life's Treasures" from September 7 to 11, highlighting people finding their own treasures in the sea and their hometowns.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.06

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Jang Sung-kyu Donates 2 Million Won to Nepal Flood Victims... "Praying for the Recovery of Daily Life"

Broadcaster Jang Sung-kyu donated 2 million won to aid recovery efforts following devastating floods in Nepal. The floods, caused by Himalayan glacier and rock collapses, have resulted in over 1,300 deaths and thousands of missing persons.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.06

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Lee Sang Soon absent from radio DJ duties for 7 days... Agency says "Checking situation including health"

Singer Lee Sang Soon has been absent from his MBC FM4U radio show for seven days, leading to growing concern among listeners. His agency, Antenna, stated they are currently checking on his situation.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.05

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Dongjak-gu holds cyberbullying prevention talk concert for parents

The BTF Blue Tree Foundation held a talk concert titled "Between Us, Closer Than AI" in Dongjak-gu to help parents identify and respond to school and cyberbullying. Experts provided practical guidance on detecting signs of cyberbullying and collaborating with schools and police to build a safety net for adolescents.

Jung Se-yeon · 2026.09.05