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Netflix’s ‘Squid Game: The Challenge’ sparks controversy

Christie Hwang, Social Media Manager/Copy Editor | Dec 12, 2023

Netflix released a new reality TV series, “Squid Game: The Challenge” on Nov. 22. The show has simulated the original 2021 South Korean thriller show, “Squid Game,” receiving mixed feedback. “Squid...

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Blackpink visits Buckingham Palace

Grace Lee, Copy Editor | Dec 8, 2023

The K-pop girl group Blackpink attended a dinner at Buckingham Palace on Nov. 21 as a part of President Yoon Seuk Yeol’s state visit to the United Kingdom, marking them as the first female music group...

'The Marvels' fails to astonish

‘The Marvels’ fails to astonish

Brandon Choi, Executive Copy Editor | Nov 28, 2023

On Nov. 8, the latest entry in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and sequel to 2019’s “Captain Marvel” titled “The Marvels” was released in Korea. The film stars Brie Larson as Carol Danvers...

'The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes': thrilling but rushed

‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes’: thrilling but rushed

Grace Lee, Copy Editor | Nov 28, 2023

[This article contains spoilers for “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes.”]  “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” a prequel movie to “The Hunger Games,” released in Korean theaters on Nov....

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Lawsuit hits Grammy CEO Neil Portnov

Jiah Hwang, Multimedia Editor/Copy Editor | Nov 28, 2023

The 66th Grammy nominations for 2024 were announced to the world on Nov. 11. Yet, behind the curtains was a scandal brewing on its own against the former head of the Grammy Awards, Neil Portnow on Nov....

Disney’s 100th anniversary marks an enduring legacy

Disney’s 100th anniversary marks an enduring legacy

Taerin Kim, Reporter | Nov 10, 2023

Oct. 16 marked 100 years since Walt Disney founded The Walt Disney Company.  To commemorate its 100th anniversary, Disney Plus released a special film “Once Upon A Studio” on its anniversary. The...

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Artists win cancelled MTV EMA Awards

Chelsea Kim, Reporter | Nov 8, 2023

On Nov. 5, winners of this year’s MTV EMA Awards were announced despite the event being canceled amid the ongoing conflict between Gaza and Israel. MTV released a statement saying, “as fans worldwide...

‘Sleep’ movie review

‘Sleep’ movie review

Taerin Kim, Reporter | Oct 17, 2023

After its screening at the 2023 Cannes Festival on May 21, 2023, “Sleep” was nominated for the Critics' Week Grand Prize and Golden Camera. This announcement attracted the attention of movie fans and...

Barbenheimer nonexistent in Korea

Barbenheimer nonexistent in Korea

Eric Hyunseung Cho, Editor in Chief | Oct 16, 2023

On July 21, two blockbuster movies, “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer,” were released simultaneously in the US and other countries. This was a result of counterprogramming, a marketing strategy in which...

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‘The Glory’ actress faces bullying allegations

Christie Hwang, Social Media Manager/Copy Editor | Oct 10, 2023

On Dec. 30, 2022, the Korean drama “The Glory,” was released and took South Korea by storm. The Kdrama revealed the dark side of the life of a student attending a Korean High School, where she was...

Apple Music announces Usher as 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show

Apple Music announces Usher as 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show

Chelsea Kim, Reporter | Oct 10, 2023

Apple Music announced that Usher will headline the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show presented by Apple Music, which is set to take place on Feb. 11, 2024. It will be the first time the annual league championship...

‘Street Woman Fighter’ returns with a new season

‘Street Woman Fighter’ returns with a new season

Sophie Choi, Reporter | Sep 28, 2023

“Street Woman Fighter 2” first aired on Mnet on Aug. 22, capturing the attention of global dance fans. Until now, dancers were largely excluded from the spotlight in the entertainment industry, so...