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Japan rallies to defeat South Korea 8-6 in World Baseball Classic Pool C thriller
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Defending champion Japan overcame a 3-0 early deficit to beat South Korea 8-6 in Pool C play at Tokyo Dome on March 7, 2026, blasting four home runs—including two from Seiya Suzuki and one from Shohei Ohtani—before pulling ahead for good in the seventh. South Korea, after routing Czechia 11-4 earlier, suffered its first loss of the tournament.
Phoenix Waters Productions and TE Creatives have announced 'K-Pop Out of Time,' a cross-border musical feature uniting the U.K., Hong Kong, and Korea. The film follows a K-pop idol accused of plagiarism who travels back to 1980s Hong Kong and falls in love with the song's original songwriter. Filming is scheduled to begin later this year.
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Lexie Park and William Hu, co-founders of the jelly confection brand Nünchi, married on a tangerine farm in South Korea's Jeju Island. The event highlighted their artistic backgrounds, Korean heritage, and community support. Held on November 1, 2025, the wedding featured custom fashion and traditional elements amid a whimsical atmosphere.
Shanghai continues to draw Korean tourists with its value, cleanliness, and flavors, enhanced by China's visa-free entry policy. Visitor numbers surged in 2025, and early 2026 bookings indicate sustained popularity.
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The Jincheon National Training Center officially opened on January 7, 2026, kicking off preparations for international competitions including the Winter Olympics. Korean Sport & Olympic Committee President Ryu Seung-min declared 2026 as the year of K-sports, vowing enhanced athlete support. Culture, Sports and Tourism Minister Chae Hwi-young highlighted how sportsmanship will boost national prestige.