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Korea

Culture5 min

Hallyu: How the Korean Wave Conquered the World

The history of hallyu, the Korean wave: the birth of the term, K-dramas, K-pop, Parasite and Squid Game, soft power and the state strategy behind a global phenomenon.

April 20, 2026Read

Korea

Pop Culture5 min

K-pop: the history and backstage of the Korean industry

The history of K-pop: from Seo Taiji to global idols, the agency system, the fandoms, Korean soft power and the hidden side of a finely tuned industry.

April 5, 2026Read