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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/100-minute-debate-assassin-controversy-history</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:39:14+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:title><![CDATA[[100-Minute Debate]]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The MBC program [100-Minute Debate] will discuss the controversy surrounding the film The Assassin(s) and the boundaries of historical imagination in cinema. The debate features political figures and experts to address the clash between historical interpretation and creative freedom.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:38:57+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T17:38:57+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[I-dle's MIYEON Reveals New Profile... Showcasing Charm Through Various Concepts]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[I-dle member MIYEON released new profile photos showcasing diverse moods, ranging from sophisticated to lovely. She is also set to star as the lead character Cha Se-mi in the upcoming drama "Cheongdam International High School: Royal Camp."]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/megan-fox-adult-subscription-platform-owner</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:38:50+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:title><![CDATA[Megan Fox Joins Adult Subscription Platform as Co-owner]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hollywood actress Megan Fox has launched her own page on an adult subscription platform and joined as a co-owner. She plans to provide exclusive content and communicate directly with subscribers through the platform.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:37:06+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T17:37:06+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Special meal for 40 table tennis students in Cheongyang and a performance at the suspension bridge, Trot Kitchen: Traveling Dinner Show Episode 2]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN's 'Trot Kitchen: Traveling Dinner Show' visited a middle school table tennis club in Cheongyang to provide a feast and a concert for the students. The episode featured cooking challenges by chefs and musical performances at the Cheonjang Lake Suspension Bridge.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ten-million-masters-show-ahn-sung-hoon-son-bin-a-stunts</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:35:30+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T17:35:30+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Ten Million Masters Show Episode 3, Ahn Sung-hoon and Son Bin-a Challenge Stunt on Top of 30 Raw Eggs]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the third episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Ten Million Masters Show', Ahn Sung-hoon and Son Bin-a perform intense physical stunts, including a high-stakes challenge on raw eggs, while legend Jung Dong-nam shares his life story and demonstrates superhuman strength.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/sbs-master-hang-jun-yoo-jae-myung-director-dream</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:30:59+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T17:30:59+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[SBS 'Master Hang-jun' Premieres October 15, Yoo Jae-myung Makes First Confession of Director Dream]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[SBS, Master Hang-jun, Jang Hang-jun, Yoo Jae-myung, Lee Sun-bin, Song Eun-i, Kim Poong, variety show]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[SBS's new variety show 'Master Hang-jun' will premiere on October 15, featuring Yoo Jae-myung, who reveals his dream of becoming a film director. The show follows director Jang Hang-jun as he conducts secret auditions to cast top actors for his autobiographical film.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/song-jin-woo-lee-dong-jun-clementine-trot-singer</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:30:55+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T17:30:55+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Dong-jun and Song Jin-woo: The Behind-the-Scenes Story of the 'Clementine' Failure at the Maternal Uncle's House]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Song Jin-woo, Lee Dong-jun, Minami, Lee Il-min, Clementine, Same Bed, Different Dreams 2: You Are My Destiny, SBS]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming episode of SBS's "Same Bed, Different Dreams 2: You Are My Destiny," Song Jin-woo and his wife Minami visit actor Lee Dong-jun's house, leading to humorous revelations about the failure of the legendary film 'Clementine' and Song Jin-woo's potential challenge as a trot singer.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nam-ji-hyun-yoo-jae-suk-whenever-possible-manuals</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:30:18+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T17:30:18+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Nam Ji-hyun reads manuals thoroughly vs. Yoo Jae-suk puts in batteries first on Whenever Possible]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[On the SBS variety show Whenever Possible, Nam Ji-hyun and Yoo Jae-suk engage in a debate over how to use new electronic products. Nam Ji-hyun reveals her habit of reading manuals thoroughly, while Yoo Jae-suk and Yoo Yeon-seok prefer to turn devices on first.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:29:45+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T17:29:45+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Our Ballad 2, 15-year-old Park Ye-seung's first round unanimous decision... No. 1 on Monday 2049 ratings!]]></news:title>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:28:39+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T17:28:39+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[KBS Current Affairs Window tracks the reality of women being murdered by intimate partners on October 13 at 10 PM]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The KBS program "The Closest Killer" investigates the ongoing issue of women being murdered by lovers or husbands and the failures in the protective systems meant to prevent such crimes. The episode explores the lack of accurate statistics and the desperate pleas of survivors for state protection.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T17:27:26+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:title><![CDATA[Kim Jae-young debuts as a model after losing 30kg... Transforms into a 'Slow Sniper' on Whenever Possible]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actor Kim Jae-young revealed on the SBS variety show 'Whenever Possible' that he lost 30kg to debut as a model. During the episode, he struggles with a hair tie slingshot game, leading to humorous coaching from Yoo Jae-suk.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/son-dam-bi-bare-face-mask-pack-skincare</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T16:37:21+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T16:37:21+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Son Dam-bi reveals bare face on SNS... uses mask packs every night]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer and actress Son Dam-bi shared a selfie of her makeup-free face on social media, revealing that her skin condition has improved by using mask packs every night.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/song-ga-in-14th-anniversary-cake-fans</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T16:33:19+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T16:33:19+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Song Ga-in marks 14th debut anniversary with fan-gifted cake]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Song Ga-in celebrated her 14th anniversary since her debut by sharing a photo of a cake gifted by her fans on social media. Since her debut in 2012, she has grown from an unknown singer to a prominent trot artist, most notably through her success on TV CHOSUN's "Miss Trot."]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/lee-si-young-family-photo-children</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T16:32:58+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T16:32:58+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Si-young reveals second family photo with son and daughter]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Lee Si-young, family photo, social media, actress]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actress Lee Si-young shared several photos on social media, calling them her "second family photo" alongside her two children.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-song-kang-won-rae-wedding-anniversary-surprise</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T15:57:24+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T15:57:24+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kim Song moved by surprise bouquet from Kang Won-rae and son for wedding anniversary]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Song, Kang Won-rae, Clon, wedding anniversary, surprise, Seon-i]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer Kim Song expressed her gratitude on social media after receiving a surprise bouquet from her husband, Kang Won-rae, and their son to celebrate their wedding anniversary. She shared memories ranging from their first meeting in 1991 to the birth of their son.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Kim Song moved by surprise bouquet from Kang Won-rae and son for wedding anniversary]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/yuhz-first-ep-b-release-date</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T15:36:22+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T15:36:22+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[YUHZ to release first EP ‘B’ on the 21st at 6 PM]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[YUHZ, B, Orange Record, Pinnacle Entertainment, K-pop]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The group YUHZ has announced their comeback schedule for their first EP, titled ‘B’, which is set to be released on the 21st at 6 PM. This marks their first mini-album since their debut single ‘Orange Record’ was released in May.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[YUHZ to release first EP ‘B’ on the 21st at 6 PM]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jeon-jong-seo-instagram-dochabi-selfie</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T15:36:18+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/jeon-jong-seo-instagram-dochabi-selfie"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T15:36:18+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Jeon Jong-seo shares mirror selfies with 'Dochabi' caption on Instagram]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Jeon Jong-seo, Instagram, Dochabi, Netflix, actress]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actress Jeon Jong-seo posted mirror selfies on her Instagram account featuring the phrase "Dochabi." She is set to take on a new action historical drama through the Netflix film 'Dochabi.']]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/lim-young-woong-trot-k-brand-index-september</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T15:34:28+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/lim-young-woong-trot-k-brand-index-september"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T15:34:28+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lim Young-woong ranks 1st in September Trot Singer K-Brand Index... Lee Chan-won 2nd]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Lim Young-woong, Lee Chan-won, Seongri, Park Ji-hyun, YOUNGTAK, Park Seo-jin, Kim Yong-bin, Jang Han-byul]]></news:keywords>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ryse-hotel-best-sleep-cinema-monoplex</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T14:48:33+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T14:48:33+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Bed Cinema on the 4th Floor of Hongdae RYSE, Hotel, 5,000 Won Discount until October 31]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[MONOPLEX, Best Sleep, RYSE, Autograph Collection, RNR, Seok Min-cheol, CHARR, cinema]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[RNR's premium cinema brand MONOPLEX has renovated 'MONOPLEX at RYSE' into 'Best Sleep Cinema at RYSE' in collaboration with mattress brand Best Sleep, featuring motion beds for a comfortable viewing experience. To celebrate the renewal, a 5,000 won discount is available via the MONOPLEX app until October 31, along with a 20% discount at the adjacent CHARR restaurant.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kyungpook-national-university-huss-mou-daegu-gyeongbuk-independent-film</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T14:48:20+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/kyungpook-national-university-huss-mou-daegu-gyeongbuk-independent-film"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T14:48:20+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kyungpook National University HUSS signs MOU with Daegu Gyeongbuk Independent Film Association… Expanding practical experience in video production and planning for students]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Kyungpook National University's HUSS has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Daegu Gyeongbuk Independent Film Association to revitalize local culture and arts. The partnership aims to provide students with practical experience and career exploration opportunities by linking educational capabilities with field networks in independent film and video culture.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/eom-ji-min-jung-woo-chul-marriage-ytn</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T14:46:38+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T14:46:38+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[YTN anchor Eom Ji-min to marry Docent Jung Woo-chul on October 18]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Eom Ji-min, Jung Woo-chul, YTN, Miss Korea, You Quiz on the Block, Docent Jung Woo-chul's Art Theater]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[YTN anchor Eom Ji-min and docent Jung Woo-chul have announced their marriage scheduled for October 18. Both shared their wedding news and heartfelt messages on social media.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/plave-hyperdrive-music-chart-sweep</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T12:08:25+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T12:08:25+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[PLAVE sweeps top rankings on Melon, genie, and Bugs with ‘HYPERDRIVE’]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[PLAVE, HYPERDRIVE, Star Trace, Melon, genie, Bugs, K-pop]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[PLAVE has dominated the top positions of domestic music charts with their new album. Their five tracks, including the title track "Star Trace," ranked from 1st to 5th on Melon's TOP100 and achieved a "all-kill" on major platforms.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/yun-jin-sol-fiance-kim-jun-yeon-bts-army</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T11:38:06+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T11:38:06+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Yun Jin-sol's fiancé Kim Jun-yeon, teaching Australian ARMYs thanks to BTS connection]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Yun Jin-sol's fiancé, florist Kim Jun-yeon, shared footage of him teaching Australian ARMYs who visited Korea to celebrate BTS's military discharge and comeback. Kim Jun-yeon previously appeared on the BTS self-produced content "Run BTS!" in 2020.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Yun Jin-sol's fiancé Kim Jun-yeon, teaching Australian ARMYs thanks to BTS connection]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/evnne-on-our-noise-comeback-visuals</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T11:37:53+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T11:37:53+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[EVNNE reveals visuals for 6th mini album 'on: our noise'... Comeback on the 19th]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[EVNNE, on: our noise, Jellyfish Entertainment, LOOK AT MA, Seoul, comeback]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Group EVNNE is ramping up the excitement for their comeback by sequentially releasing visual content for their 6th mini album 'on: our noise'. The album, which features various concepts from daily life to a laboratory setting, will be released on the 19th.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/2026-bfc-story-ip-competition-awards-busan</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T11:15:30+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T11:15:30+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[11 winners selected from 110 story IPs by Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam creators, Grand Prize prize of 30 million won]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Busan Film Commission, 2026 BFC Story IP Competition, ACFM, Waegari Film, Busan Bank, BEXCO, Kang Sung-kyu]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Busan Film Commission held the '2026 BFC Story IP Competition' awards ceremony at the ACFM joint booth in BEXCO. Out of 110 submissions, 11 winning works were selected, including the Grand Prize winner 'Fake Family' by Waegari Film.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[11 winners selected from 110 story IPs by Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam creators, Grand Prize prize of 30 million won]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ryu-jigwang-new-single-the-boxer-release</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T11:14:54+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T11:14:54+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Ryu Jigwang to release new song ‘The Boxer’ at noon on the 13th]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Ryu Jigwang, The Boxer, Lee Dong-eun, Mr. Trot, National Singing Contest, folk rock]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Ryu Jigwang is set to release his new single ‘The Boxer,’ a folk rock song about resilience, on the 13th at noon. The track features a band sound centered on analog instruments to highlight his deep, warm vocals.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/tristes-tropiques-release-date-park-hoon-jung</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:44:07+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:44:07+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA['Tristes Tropiques' starring Kim Myung-min, Park Hae-soo, and Lee Shin-young confirmed for November 25 release]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Tristes Tropiques, Kim Myung-min, Park Hae-soo, Lee Shin-young, Park Hoon-jung, Park Yu-rim, film release]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Director Park Hoon-jung's new film 'Tristes Tropiques' has confirmed its domestic release date for November 25. The film has already garnered international acclaim, winning awards at festivals such as L'Étrange Festival and Brussels International Fantastic Film Festival.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA['Tristes Tropiques' starring Kim Myung-min, Park Hae-soo, and Lee Shin-young confirmed for November 25 release]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/tarek-atoui-tate-modern-turbine-hall-exhibition</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:39:33+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:39:33+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Tarek Atoui's Sound Exhibition at Tate Modern's Turbine Hall until next April 11]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Tarek Atoui, Hyundai Commission, Tate Modern, Turbine Hall, Hyundai Motor Company, sound art, installation]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The "Hyundai Commission: Tarek Atoui: Hold" exhibition, part of the long-term partnership between Hyundai Motor Company and Tate, will be held at the Turbine Hall from the 13th of this month until April 11 of next year.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Tarek Atoui's Sound Exhibition at Tate Modern's Turbine Hall until next April 11]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-yeon-koung-2-variety-show-ratings-victory-wonder-dogs</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:39:29+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:39:29+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kim Yeon-koung 2 First Broadcast, 2054 Ratings Hit 3.0% to Rank 1st in Sunday Variety]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Yeon-koung 2, Kim Yeon-koung, Victory Wonder Dogs, MBC, Nielsen Korea, Good Data Corporation, variety show]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[MBC's "Rookie Coach Kim Yeon-koung 2" has achieved top rankings in both viewership ratings and topicality following its first broadcast. The program follows Coach Kim Yeon-koung and the new Victory Wonder Dogs as they attempt to establish a professional sports team.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Kim Yeon-koung 2 First Broadcast, 2054 Ratings Hit 3.0% to Rank 1st in Sunday Variety]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kbs-smoking-gun-serial-rapist-park-pursuit</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:38:41+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:38:41+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[KBS KCSI Smoking Gun to Air October 13 at 9:50 PM, Revealing the 5-Year Pursuit of Serial Rapist Mr. Park]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[KCSI Smoking Gun, Park, Gyeonggi Province, Icheon Police Station, Yeoju Police Station, Ahn Hyun-mo, Lee Ji-hye, Shin Gyeong-cheol]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The program KCSI Smoking Gun will reveal the five-year investigation into Mr. Park, a serial rapist known as the "Faceless Devil" who committed brutal crimes in front of children. The episode features insights from the detective who led the pursuit and experts analyzing the criminal's psychology and legal sentencing.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[KBS KCSI Smoking Gun to Air October 13 at 9:50 PM, Revealing the 5-Year Pursuit of Serial Rapist Mr. Park]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nct-wish-fourth-mini-album-million-seller</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:37:27+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/nct-wish-fourth-mini-album-million-seller"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:37:27+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[NCT WISH achieves 4th career million-seller with fourth mini album]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[NCT WISH, I SPY, SM Entertainment, Hanteo Chart, million-seller, poppop, COLOR, Ode to Love]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[NCT WISH has recorded cumulative album sales of 1,200,086 copies for their fourth mini album 'I SPY' according to the Hanteo Chart. This marks the group's fourth consecutive million-seller achievement.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[NCT WISH achieves 4th career million-seller with fourth mini album]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-yong-bin-cheongyang-table-tennis-special-meal</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:34:12+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/kim-yong-bin-cheongyang-table-tennis-special-meal"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:34:12+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kim Yong-bin confesses to 'reality hit' while preparing special meals for 40 Cheongyang table tennis club members]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Yong-bin, Na Sang-do, Nam Seung-min, Trot Kitchen: Traveling Dinner Show, Cheongyang, TV CHOSUN, Lee Soo-geun, Moon Tae-ju]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the second episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Trot Kitchen: Traveling Dinner Show', singers Kim Yong-bin, Na Sang-do, and Nam Seung-min prepare special meals for middle school table tennis students in Cheongyang, Chungnam, and perform a busking concert at Cheonjang Lake Suspension Bridge.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Kim Yong-bin confesses to 'reality hit' while preparing special meals for 40 Cheongyang table tennis club members]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/mr-trot-4-teaser-recruitment-deadline</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:33:23+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/mr-trot-4-teaser-recruitment-deadline"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:33:23+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Mr. Trot 4 Applicant Recruitment Closes October 16, First Broadcast in December]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Mr. Trot 4, TV CHOSUN, Ahn Sung-hoon, Kim Yong-bin, Lim Young-woong, Park Ji-hyun, Guardian: The Lonely and Great God]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN has released the first teaser for 'Mr. Trot 4', featuring Ahn Sung-hoon and Kim Yong-bin parodying the drama 'Guardian: The Lonely and Great God'. The recruitment for new applicants ends on October 16, with the first broadcast scheduled for December.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:33:06+09:00</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN's 'Ten Million Masters Show' is launching its second season, featuring rhythmic gymnastics legend Shin Soo-ji's return and MC Kang Ho-dong's humorous encounter with a young challenger. The third episode of the second season will air on Tuesday, October 13 at 10 PM.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:32:09+09:00</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Taekwondo performance team Ssaulabi, who have swept global auditions, will appear on TV CHOSUN's 'Ten Million Masters Show' with a record-breaking 15 members. The upcoming episode features their world-class performance and the introduction of Na Sang-do to the second season.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:31:51+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:31:51+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Golden Friday Episode 40 Ratings Hit 3.2%, Jeong Seo-joo's 100-Point Roulette 'Switch' Leads to Yang Ji-eun Taking Solo Lead]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the 40th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday', Yang Ji-eun achieved a dramatic comeback by using the 'Switch' roulette option to take the solo lead with 8 Golden Stars. The episode, featuring singer-songwriter Kim Bum-ryong as the Golden Star, saw intense competition and ranking shifts as contestants vied for the Golden Cup.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:30:19+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:30:19+09:00</news:publication_date>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The TV CHOSUN talk show "Powerful Opponents" will analyze various political issues, including Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae's remarks on Supreme Court justice appointments, Chung Dong-young's controversial comments regarding the DMZ mine tragedy, and President Lee Jae Myung's increased social media activity.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/chun-gil-golden-friday-golden-cup</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:29:13+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:29:13+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN Golden Friday Episode 40, Chun-gil to claim 3rd Golden Cup if he fills 10 Golden Stars]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the 40th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday', Chun-gil attempts to win his second consecutive Golden Cup by collecting 10 Golden Stars, facing a coordinated effort from his colleagues to stop him.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:28:31+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/trot-kitchen-traveling-dinner-show-cheongyang-table-tennis"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:28:31+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN 'Trot Kitchen: Traveling Dinner Show' Episode 2, Serving Special Meals to Cheongyang Table Tennis Prospects... October 12 at 10 PM]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN's 'Trot Kitchen: Traveling Dinner Show' visits a middle school table tennis club in Cheongyang to prepare special meals for talented young players. The episode features Lee Soo-geun, Kim Yong-bin, and various chefs and singers engaging in playful banter and competitions.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/tv-chosun-golden-friday-kim-yong-bin-son-bin-a</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:28:08+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:28:08+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN's Golden Friday: Kim Yong-bin Reveals His View on Love, Facing Off Against Son Bin-a on October 9]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[On the October 9 broadcast of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday', Kim Yong-bin and Son Bin-a will face off with contrasting charms, while a surprise "Super Maggie" singer who previously appeared as a Golden Star is set to appear.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/miss-trot-for-you-yeom-yu-ri-han-da-seong-win</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:27:24+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:27:24+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Miss Trot For You's Yeom Yu-ri and Han Da-seong Achieve 3rd Consecutive Win, Edging Out Lee So-na and Koo Soo-kyung by 2 Points]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Yeom Yu-ri and Han Da-seong secured their third consecutive victory on TV CHOSUN's 'Miss Trot For You' after a fierce battle against Lee So-na and Koo Soo-kyung. The duo now faces the challenge of a fourth consecutive win to claim the prize money.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:25:42+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:25:42+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Miss Trot For You Episode 20: Will Yeom Yu-ri and Han Da-seong Defend Their Title in Pursuit of a 3rd Consecutive Win?]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the 20th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Miss Trot For You', the team of Yeom Yu-ri and Han Da-seong attempts to defend their title for a third consecutive win against strong challengers. The duo performs Jung Hoon-hee's 'Fog', leading to an emotional moment during the recording.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T10:13:02+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T10:13:02+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[aespa Concludes Americas Tour with Vancouver Performance... Heading to 9 European Cities Next January]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[aespa has completed their Americas tour with a performance in Vancouver, Canada. The group will continue their world tour in nine major European cities starting in January 2027.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-13T09:52:21+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/nct-wish-i-spy-pre-release-stages"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:52:21+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[NCT WISH Pre-releases Second Stage... 'I SPY' Revealed Before Official Release]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[NCT WISH has pre-released the stages for their 4th mini album 'I SPY' through a series of promotional events before the official digital release. The group showcased title and B-side tracks at offline events and via online live streams to build anticipation.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/yun-jin-sol-wedding-photos-marriage-announcement</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T09:49:16+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:49:16+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Yun Jin-sol reveals wedding photos ahead of marriage... also shares plans for a second generation]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Comedian Yun Jin-sol announced her upcoming marriage through social media, sharing wedding photos and expressing her desire to have a daughter like Ji-on.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/wsc-sports-ai-sports-media-kbo-forum</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T09:33:44+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/wsc-sports-ai-sports-media-kbo-forum"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:33:44+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[WSC Sports reveals AI automatic highlight production cases for KBO and others at National Assembly forum]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[WSC Sports, KBO, NBA, LaLiga, ESPN, AI, sports media, 2026 Content Future Forum]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[WSC Sports participated as an invited speaker at the '2026 Content Future Forum' held at the National Assembly Members' Office Building, presenting the future of sports media transformed by AI technology. The company shared its experience in automating sports content production and distribution, including collaborations with the KBO, NBA, LaLiga, and ESPN.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[WSC Sports reveals AI automatic highlight production cases for KBO and others at National Assembly forum]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jakssem-classical-music-platform-launch</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T09:19:31+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jakssem-classical-music-platform-launch"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:19:31+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Jakssem App Launched, Providing AI and Major-specialist Performance Feedback Without the Burden of Private Tutoring Relationships]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Jakssem, Lee Hyun-woo, Kkossem AI, classical music, music education, performance feedback]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jakssem Co., Ltd. has launched 'Jakssem,' a specialized classical music platform that connects students, parents, specialists, academies, and competition organizers. The app offers AI-driven performance analysis and feedback from verified specialists, overcoming traditional barriers in classical music education.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Jakssem App Launched, Providing AI and Major-specialist Performance Feedback Without the Burden of Private Tutoring Relationships]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/yoo-hae-joon-burger-hyung-cheer-up-my-friend-release</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T09:11:08+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/yoo-hae-joon-burger-hyung-cheer-up-my-friend-release"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:11:08+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Yoo Hae-joon and Burger Hyung to Release New Song ‘Cheer Up, My Friend’ on the 13th at 6 PM]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Composer and producer Yoo Hae-joon and actor/YouTuber Burger Hyung (real name Park Hyo-joon) will release their new single ‘Cheer Up, My Friend’ on the 13th at 6 PM. The song is produced by Yoo Hae-joon and features vocals by Burger Hyung.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Yoo Hae-joon and Burger Hyung to Release New Song ‘Cheer Up, My Friend’ on the 13th at 6 PM]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/woodz-come-into-my-world-track-preview</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T09:11:00+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/woodz-come-into-my-world-track-preview"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T09:11:00+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[WOODZ releases track preview for ‘Come into my world!’]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[WOODZ, Come into my world!, EDAM Entertainment, NATHAN, sid, HoHo, digital single]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer WOODZ has released a track preview for his new digital single ‘Come into my world!’. The agency announced the countdown to his comeback by releasing the preview video on official social media at midnight on the 12th.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ugly-duckling-ms-maeng-posters-lee-sun-bin</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T08:46:10+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ugly-duckling-ms-maeng-posters-lee-sun-bin"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/ugly-duckling-ms-maeng-posters-lee-sun-bin"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T08:46:10+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Sun-bin and Yoo Jae-myung star in ‘Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng’, 4 character posters released]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng, Lee Sun-bin, Yoo Jae-myung, Kim Yeong-min, Jeon Seok-ho, movie]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The movie ‘Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng’ has released four character posters parodying the cover of the 'CSAT Special Lecture' workbook. Directed by Lee Yong-jae, the film is set to be released on the 28th.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Lee Sun-bin and Yoo Jae-myung star in ‘Ugly Duckling Ms. Maeng’, 4 character posters released]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/xikers-comeback-route-zero-the-calling-kgma</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-13T05:50:53+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/xikers-comeback-route-zero-the-calling-kgma"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-13T05:50:53+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Xikers to release 8th mini album on November 2... Teasing new performance at 2026 KGMA]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Xikers, ROUTE ZERO : The CALLING, 2026 KGMA, KQ Entertainment, Dynamite, K-pop]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Xikers will make their comeback on November 2 with their 8th mini album, "ROUTE ZERO : The CALLING," following the release of unit content showcasing their diverse talents. After completing their fan meeting in Osaka, the group is scheduled to participate in the Artist Day of the 2026 KGMA on November 7.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Xikers to release 8th mini album on November 2... Teasing new performance at 2026 KGMA]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/tws-second-single-to-us-promotion-schedule</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T21:06:17+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/tws-second-single-to-us-promotion-schedule"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T21:06:17+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[TWS Reveals Promotion Schedule for Second Single ‘To Us’]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[TWS, To Us, PLEDIS Entertainment, K-pop, single]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The group TWS has released the promotion schedule for their upcoming second single, ‘To Us’. The album, which carries the meaning "To Us" and reflects the group's name, is set to be released on November 2.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jw-pharmaceutical-aespa-friends-eye-care</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T19:35:52+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:35:52+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[JW Pharmaceutical selects girl group aespa as models for artificial tears ‘Friends’]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[JW Pharmaceutical, aespa, Friends, Friends Eye Drop, Aisseuk Eyelid Cleaner, eye care]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[JW Pharmaceutical has selected the girl group aespa as the new advertising models for its total eye care brand ‘Friends’. Through this contract, aespa will promote the artificial tears ‘Friends Eye Drop’ and the eyelid cleanser ‘Aisseuk Eyelid Cleaner’.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[JW Pharmaceutical selects girl group aespa as models for artificial tears ‘Friends’]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/chiikawa-movie-box-office-assassins-3-million</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T19:34:38+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:34:38+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[‘Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island’ Ranks 1st at Weekend Box Office… ‘Assassins’ Surpasses 3 Million]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island, Assassins, Hur Jin-ho, Chiikawa, Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey, Koo Kyo-hwan, Look Back]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The animation ‘Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island’ took first place at the weekend box office with over 407,800 viewers, while Hur Jin-ho's film ‘Assassins’ surpassed 3 million cumulative viewers.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[‘Chiikawa the Movie: The Secret of Mermaid Island’ Ranks 1st at Weekend Box Office… ‘Assassins’ Surpasses 3 Million]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/sarangui-dalpaengi-clarinet-ensemble-concert</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T19:34:19+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:34:19+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[The Resonance of Hearing-Impaired Youth: Sarangui Dalpaengi Clarinet Ensemble's 21st Regular Concert]]></news:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/mlb-rescene-26fw-beanie-campaign</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T19:23:37+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:23:37+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[MLB unveils 26FW beanie campaign with group RESCENE]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[MLB, RESCENE, Miyaong Beanie, LIV, MINAMI, MEI, ZENA, Kim Tae-yeong]]></news:keywords>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/seventeen-jeonghan-joshua-12-o-clock-release</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T19:19:48+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/seventeen-jeonghan-joshua-12-o-clock-release"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:19:48+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[SEVENTEEN's JEONGHAN and JOSHUA showcase sophisticated emotions with new song ‘12 o’clock’]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[SEVENTEEN members JEONGHAN and JOSHUA have released a new unit song titled ‘12 o’clock’. The track is being praised for maximizing the unique atmospheres of the two members.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/bemyfriends-overseas-ip-fandom-platform</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T19:06:46+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/bemyfriends-overseas-ip-fandom-platform"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/bemyfriends-overseas-ip-fandom-platform"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:06:46+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[bemyfriends supports building domestic fandoms for overseas IP such as film and music]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[bemyfriends, ACFM, Busan International Film Festival, Rags to Richmond, b.stage, cosmosy, ENJIN, IP]]></news:keywords>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/21st-seoul-international-drama-awards-a-better-man</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T19:06:08+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/21st-seoul-international-drama-awards-a-better-man"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/21st-seoul-international-drama-awards-a-better-man"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/21st-seoul-international-drama-awards-a-better-man"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/21st-seoul-international-drama-awards-a-better-man"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/21st-seoul-international-drama-awards-a-better-man"/>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T19:06:08+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[21st Seoul International Drama Awards Concludes Successfully… Norway's 'A Better Man' Wins Grand Prize]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Seoul International Drama Awards, A Better Man, Kim Eun-sook, Golden Bird Award, South Korea, K-drama]]></news:keywords>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/geumcheon-dancing-anyangcheon-culture-week-dance-parade</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T18:51:30+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/geumcheon-dancing-anyangcheon-culture-week-dance-parade"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T18:51:30+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Free Dance Parade at Geumcheon District Office Plaza on October 18, Open to All Without Application]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Geumcheon Cultural Foundation, 2026 Anyangcheon Culture Week - Geumcheon, Dancing Anyangcheon, Geumcheon Harmony Festival, Anyangcheon Stream, Yoon Hee-su]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Geumcheon Cultural Foundation announced that it will hold "2026 Anyangcheon Culture Week - Geumcheon, Dancing Anyangcheon," a citizen-participatory cultural arts event, on October 18 from 2 PM to 4 PM at the Geumcheon Harmony Festival main stage, Geumcheon District Office Plaza, and the Anyangcheon Stream area.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Free Dance Parade at Geumcheon District Office Plaza on October 18, Open to All Without Application]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/plave-hyperdrive-comeback-kenzie</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T18:50:12+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/plave-hyperdrive-comeback-kenzie"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T18:50:12+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[PLAVE to release 5th mini album 'HYPERDRIVE' on the 12th... Collaboration with KENZIE]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[PLAVE, HYPERDRIVE, KENZIE, VLAST, STAR TRACE, Asterum, Terra]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Virtual boy group PLAVE will make their comeback on the 12th at 6 PM with their fifth mini album, 'HYPERDRIVE'. The album features a collaboration with hitmaker KENZIE and marks their first attempt at an EDM-based dance pop genre.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/bigbang-taipei-dome-asia-tour-cosmos</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T18:29:07+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/bigbang-taipei-dome-asia-tour-cosmos"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/bigbang-taipei-dome-asia-tour-cosmos"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T18:29:07+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[BIGBANG starts Asia tour with 100,000 spectators at Taipei Dome]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[BIGBANG, G-DRAGON, TAEYANG, DAESUNG, BIGBANG 2026-2027 WORLD TOUR XX : COSMOS IN TAIPEI, Taipei Dome, V.I.P]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[BIGBANG (G-DRAGON, TAEYANG, DAESUNG) held their 'BIGBANG 2026-2027 WORLD TOUR XX : COSMOS IN TAIPEI' at the Taipei Dome from the 9th to the 11th, attracting approximately 100,000 fans. This solo concert in Taiwan, held for the first time in 10 years since 2016, saw all seats, including additional seating, completely sold out.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[BIGBANG starts Asia tour with 100,000 spectators at Taipei Dome]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ayane-pregnancy-33-weeks-outing-daughter</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T18:12:33+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ayane-pregnancy-33-weeks-outing-daughter"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/ayane-pregnancy-33-weeks-outing-daughter"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T18:12:33+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Ayane shares update at 33 weeks pregnant... outing with daughter]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Ayane, Lee Ji-hoon, Ru-hui, pregnancy, outing]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer and musical actress Lee Ji-hoon's wife, Ayane, shared photos and videos of her outing with her daughter while being 33 weeks pregnant with her second child.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Ayane shares update at 33 weeks pregnant... outing with daughter]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/hoya-cat-white-porcelain-museum-promotion</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:51:18+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/hoya-cat-white-porcelain-museum-promotion"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/hoya-cat-white-porcelain-museum-promotion"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:51:18+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Yanggu White Porcelain Museum cat Hoya becomes a full-time employee after receiving one bag of food and 30 Churu treats]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The SBS program 'TV Animal Farm' featured Hoya, a cat acting as a docent at the White Porcelain Museum in Yanggu, who was officially promoted to a full-time employee. The broadcast, which highlighted Hoya's daily life and his promotion ceremony, ranked first in its time slot.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/masters-of-living-gwangmyeong-noodles-bee-master-fighting-games</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:36:31+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/masters-of-living-gwangmyeong-noodles-bee-master-fighting-games"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/masters-of-living-gwangmyeong-noodles-bee-master-fighting-games"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/masters-of-living-gwangmyeong-noodles-bee-master-fighting-games"/>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:36:31+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Gwangmyeong's 40-Year Hand-Cut Noodles and 3rd Generation Native Bee Master, Masters of Living on October 12]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The SBS show Masters of Living will feature a variety of masters on October 12, including a 40-year hand-cut noodle maker, a native honey master, a pizza rice cake creator, and an Asian Games gold medalist in fighting games.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jeju-haenyeo-shamanism-documentary-kbs</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:36:09+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/jeju-haenyeo-shamanism-documentary-kbs"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:36:09+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[63% of Jeju Haenyeo are over 70, with 200 fewer every year... KBS 1TV's 'Resolving Grievances, Her Sea' documentary on the 14th]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[KBS 1TV will air a special documentary titled "Resolving Grievances, Her Sea" on October 14, exploring the vanishing traditions of Jeju's Haenyeo and the shamanic rituals that support them. The program highlights the aging population of Haenyeo and the historical struggles of shamans facing social prejudice.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[63% of Jeju Haenyeo are over 70, with 200 fewer every year... KBS 1TV's 'Resolving Grievances, Her Sea' documentary on the 14th]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/our-ballad-2-unanimous-vote-17-year-old-participant</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:35:59+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/our-ballad-2-unanimous-vote-17-year-old-participant"/>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the SBS audition project "Our Ballad 2," a 17.9-year-old participant's performance of Maya's "Shout Myself Out" leads to the first unanimous vote from all 150 Top 100 Ears members. The episode also features a fairy tale author from "Discovering Gifted Children" who will perform Patti Kim's "You, My Friend."]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:34:38+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:34:38+09:00</news:publication_date>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The group RESCENE appeared on the terrestrial main news program 'SBS 8 News' for the first time to discuss their upcoming 4th mini album 'PULSE'. The members shared their journey, their connection to fans, and their desire to provide hope through their music.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nam-ji-hyun-sogang-university-debut-whenever-possible</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:34:26+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:34:26+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Nam Ji-hyun reveals debut story at alma mater Sogang University... Cast after appearing on a quiz segment]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nam Ji-hyun appeared on the SBS variety show 'Whenever Possible,' where she revealed that she was cast in a drama after participating in a quiz segment on the show 'Radio Wave Travelogue.' During the episode, she also shared her background as a psychology major from Sogang University and her impressive patience for waiting in line at restaurants.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:34:11+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/hwang-jae-gyun-yoon-suk-min-lizard-same-bed-different-dreams"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/hwang-jae-gyun-yoon-suk-min-lizard-same-bed-different-dreams"/>
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      <news:publication>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:34:11+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Hwang Jae-gyun visits Yoon Suk-min's house, flees after seeing a lizard... Sales price hits 10 million won jackpot]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming episode of SBS's "Same Bed, Different Dreams 2: You Are My Destiny," baseball legends Lee Taek-keun, Jung Keun-woo, and Hwang Jae-gyun visit the home of Yoon Suk-min and Kim Soo-hyun, where Hwang experiences a hilarious encounter with a lizard. Yoon Suk-min also reveals the high value of a newly hatched ultra-rare lizard.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kbs-korean-language-contest-childrens-hangeul-champion-finals</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:32:01+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:32:01+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[KBS Korean Language Contest Children's Hangeul Champion Finals, Winning Prize 3 Million Won]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The finals of the Children's Hangeul Champion Contest, a Hangeul Day special of the KBS 1TV show Korean Language Contest, will feature four finalists competing for the title and a 3 million won prize. The broadcast will showcase the intense competition among the young contestants, including special guest Master Kim Bong-gon from Cheonghak-dong.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kbs-documentary-three-days-seoul-station-72-hours</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:31:26+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:31:26+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[KBS Documentary Three Days captures 72 hours at Seoul Station, where 170,000 people pass through daily]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[KBS 2TV's "Documentary Three Days" will feature "Connecting Lives - 72 Hours at Seoul Station," documenting the diverse lives of people passing through the major transit hub. The episode captures everything from an 89-year-old's romantic wanderlust to a first-year employee's first business trip.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/running-man-cheorwon-dinner-chaos</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:23:04+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/running-man-cheorwon-dinner-chaos"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:23:04+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Running Man to air 10 minutes early on Sunday the 11th at 6:10 PM, Cheorwon dinner showdown]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Running Man, SBS, Yang Se-chan, Ji Suk-jin, Heo Kyung-hwan, Haha, Cheorwon, Odae Rice]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming episode of SBS's 'Running Man', the members face a chaotic dinner preparation during their 2-day, 1-night trip to Cheorwon. From failed chicken recipes to struggling with stew and rice, the members' cooking skills are put to the ultimate test.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/our-ballad-2-moon-geun-young-joo-woo-jae-contestant</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:22:58+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/our-ballad-2-moon-geun-young-joo-woo-jae-contestant"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:22:58+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Our Ballad 2 airs on the 12th at 10 PM: Handsome contestant captivates Moon Geun-young and Joo Woo-jae]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming broadcast of the SBS audition project "Our Ballad 2," a handsome contestant with impressive stage presence will win the hearts of judges Moon Geun-young and Joo Woo-jae. The episode features diverse contestants, including a girl who studied in Texas and a soldier representing his unit, performing various ballad classics.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/man-dog-unihabited-island-sogakssido-jeollanam-do</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:21:39+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/man-dog-unihabited-island-sogakssido-jeollanam-do"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/man-dog-unihabited-island-sogakssido-jeollanam-do"/>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:21:39+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Sogakssido, an uninhabited island in Yeonggwang, Jeollanam-do: The man and the dog, Seomdori, who have protected the island for 12 years]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The first episode of a special feature explores the lives of a man and his dog, Seomdori, living on the uninhabited island of Sogakssido in Yeonggwang, Jeollanam-do. After leaving the mainland 12 years ago, the man has been maintaining a small schoolhouse as his home while living alongside his loyal companion.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:21:32+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/running-man-ji-suk-jin-heo-kyung-hwan-cheorwon"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/running-man-ji-suk-jin-heo-kyung-hwan-cheorwon"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/running-man-ji-suk-jin-heo-kyung-hwan-cheorwon"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:21:32+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Running Man Cheorwon Episode: Ji Suk-jin and Heo Kyung-hwan Face Off in 1:1 Name Tag Battle for a Private House]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming episode of SBS's 'Running Man', Ji Suk-jin and Heo Kyung-hwan compete in a 1:1 name tag battle to win a private house stay. The members also face a mission involving phone alarms and a visit to the Torch Observatory in Cheorwon.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-min-jong-yangpyeong-second-house-my-little-old-boy</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:21:24+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/kim-min-jong-yangpyeong-second-house-my-little-old-boy"/>
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    <news:news>
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        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:21:24+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kim Min-jong's Yangpyeong second house revealed for the first time in 5 years, My Little Old Boy on the 11th at 9 PM]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Min-jong, My Little Old Boy, Lee Jong-hyuk, Min-soo Yoon, Kim Soo-ro, MC Mong, SBS, Yangpyeong]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Kim Min-jong will reveal his newly renovated second house in Yangpyeong and host a camping trip with Lee Jong-hyuk and Min-soo Yoon on the SBS show My Little Old Boy. He will also share his honest feelings regarding his lawsuit against MC Mong and the cancellation of his upcoming Hollywood project.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nam-ji-hyun-kim-jae-young-whenever-possible-sogang-university</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:20:12+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nam-ji-hyun-kim-jae-young-whenever-possible-sogang-university"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:20:12+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Nam Ji-hyun and Kim Jae-young show fantastic teamwork in games at Sogang University on 'Whenever Possible']]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actors Nam Ji-hyun and Kim Jae-young will appear as guests on the SBS variety show 'Whenever Possible,' showcasing their intense competitiveness and chemistry during games near Sogang University.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/running-man-cheorwon-egg-mission-haha-yang-se-chan</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:19:46+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/running-man-cheorwon-egg-mission-haha-yang-se-chan"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/running-man-cheorwon-egg-mission-haha-yang-se-chan"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/running-man-cheorwon-egg-mission-haha-yang-se-chan"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:19:46+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Running Man Cheorwon episode: Haha and Yang Se-chan plot late-night schemes during the egg-protecting morning mission]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Running Man, SBS, Haha, Yang Se-chan, Kim Jong-kook, Yoo Jae-suk, Heo Kyung-hwan, Cheorwon]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In today's SBS 'Running Man', members engage in a fierce psychological battle to protect eggs overnight for a morning cooking mission in Cheorwon. Amidst betrayals and late-night plots by Haha and Yang Se-chan, the members face an unpredictable night of alliances and distrust.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Running Man Cheorwon episode: Haha and Yang Se-chan plot late-night schemes during the egg-protecting morning mission]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/journey-there-kim-jin-yu-film-festivals</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T17:13:58+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/journey-there-kim-jin-yu-film-festivals"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T17:13:58+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Director Kim Jin-yu's 'Journey There' Officially Invited to Paris and London Korean Film Festivals]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Jin-yu, Journey There, Paris Korean Film Festival, London Korean Film Festival, Bori, Busan International Film Festival, Seoul Independent Film Festival]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Director Kim Jin-yu's new film 'Journey There' has been officially invited to the Paris Korean Film Festival and the London Korean Film Festival. The film, which follows the story of Chun-hee, has previously won multiple awards at the Busan International Film Festival and the Seoul Independent Film Festival.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Director Kim Jin-yu's 'Journey There' Officially Invited to Paris and London Korean Film Festivals]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/minnie-idles-birthday-pop-up-thailand-special-live</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T16:42:09+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/minnie-idles-birthday-pop-up-thailand-special-live"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T16:42:09+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[MINNIE to hold birthday pop-up and special live in Thailand... including special movie screening]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[MINNIE, (i-dle), Thailand, Bangkok, EMSPHERE, SPHERE GALLERY1, HENRY’s First Dates, 50 First Dates]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[(i-dle) member MINNIE will celebrate her final birthday in her 20s in her hometown of Thailand with a pop-up store, a special live event, and a special screening of her film debut.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[MINNIE to hold birthday pop-up and special live in Thailand... including special movie screening]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/hwaseong-city-orchestra-wangbae-green-forest-library-classical-music</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T16:20:57+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/hwaseong-city-orchestra-wangbae-green-forest-library-classical-music"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/hwaseong-city-orchestra-wangbae-green-forest-library-classical-music"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T16:20:57+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Hwaseong City Orchestra performs classical music up to a nonet at Wangbae Green Forest Library]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Hwaseong City Cultural Foundation, Hwaseong City Orchestra, Classical Music Comes to You, Wangbae Green Forest Library, Lim Dong-guk, Astor Piazzolla, Tchaikovsky]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Hwaseong City Cultural Foundation announced that it successfully concluded the Hwaseong City Orchestra's planned performance series, "Classical Music Comes to You," held at the Wangbae Green Forest Library on October 8.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Hwaseong City Orchestra performs classical music up to a nonet at Wangbae Green Forest Library]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/i-am-solo-ok-sun-instagram-photos</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T15:58:59+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/i-am-solo-ok-sun-instagram-photos"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T15:58:59+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA['I Am SOLO' Season 33 Ok-sun reveals recent life after missing live broadcast... attention drawn to walking photo]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[I Am SOLO, Ok-sun, Instagram, ENA, SBS Plus, Yeong-ho, Sun-ja, Yeong-cheol]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Ok-sun from the "Solo Virgin" special of 'I Am SOLO' Season 33 shared photos of her daily life on Instagram. She missed the live broadcast following the conclusion of her season, where two final couples were formed.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA['I Am SOLO' Season 33 Ok-sun reveals recent life after missing live broadcast... attention drawn to walking photo]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/unicef-tomorrow-x-together-youth-mental-health-chatbot</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T15:11:53+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/unicef-tomorrow-x-together-youth-mental-health-chatbot"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T15:11:53+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[UNICEF Korea and TOMORROW X TOGETHER Unveil Youth Mental Health Chatbot]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[UNICEF Korea, TOMORROW X TOGETHER, My Mind Guide, Together for Tomorrow, World Mental Health Day, WHO, mental health]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[UNICEF Korea has launched 'My Mind Guide', a mental health chatbot for youth, in collaboration with the group TOMORROW X TOGETHER. The chatbot was released on World Mental Health Day to mark the first anniversary of the 'Together for Tomorrow' campaign.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[UNICEF Korea and TOMORROW X TOGETHER Unveil Youth Mental Health Chatbot]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-dong-jun-koji-youtube-kodongyeojido</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T14:49:29+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/kim-dong-jun-koji-youtube-kodongyeojido"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T14:49:29+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kim Dong-jun opens YouTube channel for the first time in 16 years... Starts ‘Kodongyeojido’ with Chef Koji]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Dong-jun, Koji, Kodongyeojido, Koji TV [The Sangsaeng], ENA, New Recruit 4: Sabotage, 2026 Golden Moon Concert in Tokyo]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer and actor Kim Dong-jun is launching a new YouTube project called ‘Kodongyeojido’ in collaboration with Japanese chef Koji. The channel will feature local coexistence content by traveling across the country to introduce seasonal ingredients and regional foods.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Kim Dong-jun opens YouTube channel for the first time in 16 years... Starts ‘Kodongyeojido’ with Chef Koji]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/seoul-international-drama-awards-a-better-man-grand-prize</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T14:32:14+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T14:32:14+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Seoul International Drama Awards Sees Record 352 Entries from 46 Countries, Grand Prize Goes to Norway's 'A Better Man']]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Seoul International Drama Awards, A Better Man, Kim Eun-sook, RIIZE, ANTON, Ryu Seung-ryong, Lim Ji-yeon, Koo Kyo-hwan]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The 21st Seoul International Drama Awards concluded successfully at the KBS Hall in Yeouido, Seoul, featuring a record-breaking 352 entries from 46 countries. The Grand Prize in the International Competition category was awarded to the Norwegian drama 'A Better Man'.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Seoul International Drama Awards Sees Record 352 Entries from 46 Countries, Grand Prize Goes to Norway's 'A Better Man']]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/choi-jun-hee-da-nang-vietnam-travel-confession</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T14:08:57+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T14:08:57+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Choi Jun-hee confesses her feelings during a trip after marrying a husband 11 years older]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Choi Jun-hee, JUNEHEE, Da Nang, Vietnam, Choi Jin-sil, Cho Sung Min]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Choi Jun-hee revealed her emotional struggles while traveling in Da Nang, Vietnam, with her husband and friends. She expressed feeling exhausted by life's challenges and the need to escape her depression by traveling.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Choi Jun-hee confesses her feelings during a trip after marrying a husband 11 years older]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/hallyu-entertainment-awards-fan-voting-starts</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T12:40:32+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T12:40:32+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Hallyu Entertainment Awards Fan Voting Starts Today, Free Once Daily for 204 Candidates]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[2026 Korea Hallyu Entertainment Awards, JK Fandom, Fan Communications Global, Endo Tetsuya, Rematch, BNT, K-pop, fan voting]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[JK Fandom, a global fandom support platform by Fan Communications Global, announced that fan voting for the '2026 Korea Hallyu Entertainment Awards' will begin on October 12 at noon. The voting process involves 204 candidates across eight categories and will be conducted through the JK Fandom and Rematch applications.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/lee-yeon-hee-busan-international-film-festival-m</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T12:12:00+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/lee-yeon-hee-busan-international-film-festival-m"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T12:12:00+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Yeon-hee attends Busan International Film Festival after giving birth to daughter... 19-year-old connection with Gang Dong-won also highlighted]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Lee Yeon-hee, Busan International Film Festival, M, Gang Dong-won, Gong Hyo-jin, Lee Myung-se, A Personal Taxi, Netflix]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actress Lee Yeon-hee appeared at the 31st Busan International Film Festival for a Guest Visit (GV) of the film 'M' (4K Remastered). She shared memories of filming the movie alongside Gang Dong-won and Gong Hyo-jin 19 years ago.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Lee Yeon-hee attends Busan International Film Festival after giving birth to daughter... 19-year-old connection with Gang Dong-won also highlighted]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nijigen-no-mori-dragon-quest-island-new-year-event</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T11:56:47+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nijigen-no-mori-dragon-quest-island-new-year-event"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T11:56:47+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Nijigen no Mori to hold New Year, Great Fortune! Monster Fortune Draw from December 26 to February 14]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Nijigen no Mori, Dragon Quest, Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park, New Year, Great Fortune! Monster Fortune Draw, Cool Japan]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The animation park Nijigen no Mori will host a limited-time New Year event called "New Year, Great Fortune! Monster Fortune Draw" at its Dragon Quest Island attraction. Visitors can experience fortune-telling themed around Dragon Quest monsters to celebrate the new year.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Nijigen no Mori to hold New Year, Great Fortune! Monster Fortune Draw from December 26 to February 14]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/xdinary-heroes-impulse-5-member-album</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T11:55:24+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/xdinary-heroes-impulse-5-member-album"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T11:55:24+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Xdinary Heroes release 'IMPULSE', their first album as a 5-member group]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Xdinary Heroes, IMPULSE, Obsessed with Youth, JYP Entertainment, GUN-IL, JUNGSU, GAON, O.de]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The band Xdinary Heroes is releasing their ninth mini-album, 'IMPULSE', on the 12th at 6 PM, marking their first release as a five-member group following GUN-IL's departure. The album features seven tracks, including the title song 'Obsessed with Youth', which explores the hopes and anxieties of youth.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/babymonster-choom-music-video-200-million-views</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T11:54:54+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/babymonster-choom-music-video-200-million-views"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T11:54:54+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[BabyMonster 'CHOOM' Music Video Surpasses 200 Million Views... 10th Total Milestone]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[BabyMonster, CHOOM, YG Entertainment, YouTube, music video]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[BabyMonster's music video for the title track 'CHOOM' from their 3rd mini album has surpassed 200 million views on YouTube. This marks the group's 10th video to reach the 200 million view milestone.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kwon-hae-hyo-hong-sang-soo-biff-nowhere-to-look</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T11:54:44+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kwon-hae-hyo-hong-sang-soo-biff-nowhere-to-look"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T11:54:44+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kwon Hae-hyo mentions Hong Sang-soo's recent status... "Changing into someone's father"]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kwon Hae-hyo, Hong Sang-soo, Kim Min-hee, BIFF, Nowhere to Look, On the Beach at Night Alone, The Day a Pig Fell into the Well]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actor Kwon Hae-hyo shared updates regarding director Hong Sang-soo during an outdoor stage greeting for the film 'Nowhere to Look' at BIFF.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Kwon Hae-hyo mentions Hong Sang-soo's recent status... "Changing into someone's father"]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/modyssey-comeback-first-ep-release</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T11:31:23+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/modyssey-comeback-first-ep-release"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/modyssey-comeback-first-ep-release"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/modyssey-comeback-first-ep-release"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/modyssey-comeback-first-ep-release"/>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T11:31:23+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[MODYSSEY to Comeback with First EP on the 12th... Will First-Week Sales Exceed 300,000 Copies?]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[MODYSSEY, 2.Multitude: How We Bloom, CAN YOU HEAR THAT, HOOK, Seoul Music Awards, SPOTV K-POP AWARDS, KCON JAPAN 2026, KCON LA 2026]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The group MODYSSEY is returning after approximately six months with their first EP, '2.Multitude: How We Bloom', releasing on the 12th at 6 PM. They aim to surpass their previous first-week sales record of 300,000 copies set by their debut single.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[MODYSSEY to Comeback with First EP on the 12th... Will First-Week Sales Exceed 300,000 Copies?]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nct-wish-i-spy-release-gocheok-sky-dome</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T11:31:20+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nct-wish-i-spy-release-gocheok-sky-dome"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/nct-wish-i-spy-release-gocheok-sky-dome"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T11:31:20+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[NCT Wish to release ‘I SPY’ on the 12th… Entering Gocheok Sky Dome next January]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[NCT Wish, I SPY, SM Entertainment, INTO THE WISH : Face Our WISH, Gocheok Sky Dome, K-pop]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[NCT Wish will release their fourth mini-album ‘I SPY’ on the 12th at 6 PM. The group also announced their first solo concert tour ‘INTO THE WISH : Face Our WISH’ to be held at Gocheok Sky Dome in January next year.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[NCT Wish to release ‘I SPY’ on the 12th… Entering Gocheok Sky Dome next January]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nijigen-no-mori-naruto-birthday-bromide</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T10:45:40+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nijigen-no-mori-naruto-birthday-bromide"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T10:45:40+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Nijigen no Mori to distribute 8 new types of bromides on October 31 to celebrate Naruto's birthday]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Nijigen no Mori, Naruto Uzumaki, NARUTO & BORUTO Shinobi-Zato, Gemaki, Awaji Island, Hyogo Prefectural Awajishima Park]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nijigen no Mori, an animation park on Awaji Island, is holding the "2026 Shinobi-Zato Naruto Uzumaki Birthday Event" to celebrate Naruto Uzumaki's birthday. As part of the 8th installment, 8 new designs of "Gemaki" original bromide cards themed around families will be released as rewards for clearing attractions.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Nijigen no Mori to distribute 8 new types of bromides on October 31 to celebrate Naruto's birthday]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-ximya-dogma-album-release</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T10:44:22+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-ximya-dogma-album-release"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T10:44:22+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[26 Unskippable Minutes… Kim Ximya Has Returned]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Ximya, Dogma, XXX, FRNK, Red Velvet, NCT, EXO, NewJeans]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rapper Kim Ximya has released his second full-length album, 'Dogma', featuring a unique listening experience through a 26-minute music video and a limited-edition player without a skip function. The album explores themes of repetition and stillness, drawing inspiration from meditation and his personal life changes.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[26 Unskippable Minutes… Kim Ximya Has Returned]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-yong-ji-surprise-wedding-guests</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T10:42:50+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T10:42:50+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Actress Kim Yong-ji holds surprise wedding without dating or marriage announcement... Kim Go-eun, Bae Jung-nam, and others attend as guests]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Yong-ji, Kim Go-eun, Bae Jung-nam, Kim Bum, Mr. Sunshine, Tale of the Nine Tailed, Tale of the Nine Tailed 1938, Somebody]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actress Kim Yong-ji held a surprise private wedding ceremony without any prior dating rumors or marriage announcements. Guests including Kim Go-eun, Bae Jung-nam, and Kim Bum attended the event.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/charlie-puth-goyang-stadium-korea-concert</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T10:27:35+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:title><![CDATA[Charlie Puth enters Goyang Stadium for the first time in 10 years since visiting Korea]]></news:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nmixx-acappella-highlight-medley-strange-muse</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T10:26:41+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T10:26:41+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Nmixx warms up for 6th mini album with acappella highlights]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Nmixx has released an acappella highlight medley to preview the mood of their upcoming 6th mini album, 'Strange Muse'. The content features vocal harmonies of tracks including the title song 'Birthday Wish' and unit songs.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/zerobaseone-sung-han-bin-dead-alive-solo-ep</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T10:02:41+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T10:02:41+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[ZEROBASEONE's Sung Han-bin to Release First Solo EP 'DEAD:ALIVE' on the 12th]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[ZEROBASEONE leader Sung Han-bin will release his first solo EP, 'DEAD:ALIVE', on the 12th at 6 PM. The album explores the theme of "beautiful destruction" through eight tracks, including the title song "UNDEAD."]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/mago-sound-guro-traditional-market-puppet-play</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T09:46:42+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T09:46:42+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Guro Traditional Market to host non-verbal puppet play on October 24–25, with music by MAGO SOUND]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[MAGO SOUND, the group involved in the music for the film 'The Intern', will serve as music directors and composers for the street parade puppet play 'Gadan, Who Shares Good Fortune' at Guro Traditional Market from October 24 to 25.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/allhours-world-tour-seoul-rise-up</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T09:44:43+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T09:44:43+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[ALL(H)OURS concludes first world tour Seoul performance... continuing to Europe in November and North America in January 2027]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The group ALL(H)OURS held the Seoul stop of their first world tour 'RISE UP' at Sungshin Women's University. Following this successful start, they will continue their tour in Europe this November and North America in January 2027.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/xikers-new-album-route-zero-the-calling</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T09:21:02+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T09:21:02+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Xikers Raise Expectations for New Album with Black Charisma of 10 Members]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The group Xikers has released the first concept poster for their 8th mini album, 'ROUTE ZERO : The CALLING', showcasing a dark and charismatic aesthetic. The album is scheduled for release on November 2 at 6 PM.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/sarangui-dalpaengi-clarinet-ensemble-concert-yonsei-university</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T08:40:19+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T08:40:19+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Sarangui Dalpaengi Clarinet Ensemble Concert for Children with Hearing Impairments, Free Invitation to Yonsei University on November 29]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Sarangui Dalpaengi, Sarangui Dalpaengi Clarinet Ensemble, Woori Financial Future Foundation, Yonsei University, Bae Da-hae, Shin So-yul, hearing impairment]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Sarangui Dalpaengi, in collaboration with Woori Financial Future Foundation, will hold the 21st regular concert of the Sarangui Dalpaengi Clarinet Ensemble on November 29 at Yonsei University's Centennial Hall. The concert features music ranging from Disney medleys to K-pop, performed by children and adolescents with hearing impairments.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Sarangui Dalpaengi Clarinet Ensemble Concert for Children with Hearing Impairments, Free Invitation to Yonsei University on November 29]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/taylor-swift-billboard-200-100-weeks-first-solo</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-12T08:11:13+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-12T08:11:13+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Taylor Swift reaches 100 total weeks at No. 1 on Billboard 200... First solo artist]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Taylor Swift has become the first solo artist to spend a total of 100 weeks at No. 1 on the US Billboard main album chart, the Billboard 200.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Taylor Swift reaches 100 total weeks at No. 1 on Billboard 200... First solo artist]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-yong-ji-hanok-wedding-celebration</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-11T22:59:37+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T22:59:37+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kim Yong-ji marries in a Hanok wedding without any dating rumors]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kim Yong-ji, Bae Jung-nam, Kim Go-eun, Lee Sang-yi, Mr. Sunshine, The King: Eternal Monarch, Tale of the Nine Tailed]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Actress Kim Yong-ji held a wedding ceremony at a traditional Hanok, as revealed through photos shared by her colleagues. The sudden news of her marriage garnered significant attention as she had not previously disclosed any dating news.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jeong-hui-gwang-su-breakup-sns-daily-life</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-10-11T19:28:43+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-10-11T19:28:43+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Jeong-hui of the 28th class, who admitted to breaking up with Gwang-su, reveals daily life on SNS]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Jeong-hui of the 28th class shared photos of her daily life on social media after admitting to her breakup with Gwang-su. Following rumors of their split, she confirmed the breakup to a netizen, stating they have parted ways.]]></image:caption>
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