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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/clara-bangkok-international-film-festival-red-carpet</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-20T03:07:11+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:title><![CDATA[Clara shines on the Bangkok International Film Festival red carpet with youthful visuals... perfectly pulling off three different dresses]]></news:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/lim-young-woong-2026-tma-two-awards</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T23:50:11+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T23:50:11+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lim Young-woong wins two awards at ‘2026 TMA’… Expresses gratitude to fans]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer Lim Young-woong won two awards, the Judges' Special Award and the TMA Popularity Award, at the '2026 TMA' held at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium on the 19th. He expressed his joy and gratitude to his fans, Heroic Age, through his official social media accounts.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/simon-dominic-weight-loss-transformation</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T21:08:51+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T21:08:51+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Simon Dominic loses weight from 76kg to 61kg... revealing a sharper jawline and abs]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Rapper Simon Dominic has captured public attention by revealing his transformed appearance after losing weight. He shared photos on social media showing his weight drop from 76kg to 61kg.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/tws-macau-asia-tour-sold-out</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T17:11:19+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T16:57:29+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[TWS to hold Asia tour performance in Macau on the 19th... All seats sold out]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[TWS, 2026 TWS TOUR ‘24/7:FOR:YOU’ IN MACAU, 42, Macau, The Londoner Arena, Pledis Entertainment]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Boy group TWS will hold the '2026 TWS TOUR ‘24/7:FOR:YOU’ IN MACAU' at The Londoner Arena from the 19th to the 20th, meeting their local fandom 42. The concert has already proven high interest by selling out all seats since ticket reservations opened.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/day6-inspire-arena-fanmeeting-sold-out</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T16:54:12+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T16:54:12+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[DAY6 records sell-out for October fan meeting at INSPIRE Arena]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The band DAY6 has proven their immense popularity by selling out all sessions of their upcoming fifth official fan meeting. The event is scheduled to take place from October 23 to 25 at the INSPIRE Arena in Incheon.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/shin-hyun-ji-harpers-bazaar-korea-october-cover</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T16:31:12+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T16:31:12+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Model Shin Hyun-ji graces the cover of Harper's BAZAAR Korea's October issue… the pinnacle of restrained aesthetics]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Shin Hyun-ji, Harper's BAZAAR Korea, Korea's Next Top Model 4, OnStyle, CHANEL]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Model Shin Hyun-ji has released a pictorial as the cover model for the October issue of the fashion magazine Harper's BAZAAR Korea. The shoot, themed "Forms of Being," features her showcasing high jewelry in a refined, goddess-like aesthetic.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/asia-artist-awards-2026-kaohsiung-sold-out</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T16:03:47+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T16:03:47+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA['Asia Artist Awards' in Kaohsiung Sells Out 100,000 Seats... Super Luxury Lineup Including Jang Won-young and Ji Chang Wook]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Asia Artist Awards, Jang Won-young, Ji Chang Wook, Kaohsiung National Stadium, Taiwan, AAA 2026]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The 'Asia Artist Awards' (AAA 2026) sold out all 100,000 seats within 10 minutes of ticket sales opening. The event will be held at the Kaohsiung National Stadium in Taiwan from December 5 to 6.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/lee-seung-gi-youtube-karaoke-marriage-concert</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T16:03:33+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T16:03:33+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Seung Gi asked "Did you have a fight with your spouse?" at a karaoke room during his third year of marriage]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Lee Seung Gi, Lemonade Battery, Blue Square Woori WON Banking Hall, 2026 Lee Seung Gi Concert: Beginning, Development, Turn, Joy, Immortal Songs]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer Lee Seung Gi recently completed filming for his new YouTube channel, where he faced an unexpected question from a karaoke owner. He is also preparing for his upcoming solo concert and an appearance on KBS2's "Immortal Songs."]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Lee Seung Gi asked "Did you have a fight with your spouse?" at a karaoke room during his third year of marriage]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/singer-jd-lee-chang-hyun-new-song-name-change</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T14:31:11+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T14:31:11+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Singer JD changes stage name to real name ‘Lee Chang-hyun’ after 18 years… releasing new song]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[JD, Lee Chang-hyun, Only After We Broke Up Did I Realize It Was Love, Virus, To the Star, Walking Through a Dream, Lazy Night, LOVE SEEKER]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer JD is starting a new musical chapter by using his real name, Lee Chang-hyun, after 18 years. He is releasing his first song under his real name, "Only After We Broke Up Did I Realize It Was Love," on various music platforms on the 19th.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/qwer-boys-comic-release-fan-vote</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T12:23:08+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T12:23:08+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[QWER to Release New Song 'Boys' Comic' on the 21st, Decided by Fan Vote]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The band QWER has confirmed 'Boys' Comic' as the title track for their special single 'Boys' Comic & Picaresque' following a fan vote. The single is scheduled for release on the 21st at 6 PM.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T12:23:05+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T12:23:05+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Doh Kyung-soo, 'DAY OFF' Tour Sold Out Up to Global 2nd Presale]]></news:title>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T12:22:41+09:00</lastmod>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Global beauty brand Anua is hosting a brand pop-up store at Olive Young N Seongsu in Seongsu-dong, Seoul, from the 19th to the 29th. The event features various experience zones and a photo event with brand model Suzy to showcase the brand's PDRN line.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T12:03:40+09:00</lastmod>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T12:03:21+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T12:03:21+09:00</news:publication_date>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming episode of 'I Am SOLO, Love Continues', subtle conflicts arise among participants after the selection of date rights, featuring a romantic tension between Ok-sun and Mr. Seo that leaves Yeong-ja and Mr. Jo feeling uncomfortable.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T11:45:30+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T11:45:30+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Seo Kang-joon and Jo Aram Hint at Past Connection… A New Variable Emerges in 'A Love Other Than Yours']]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The preview for the new KBS 2TV weekend series 'A Love Other Than Yours' hints at a hidden past between characters Namgung Ho and Park Su-a, as well as tension between characters played by Ahn Eun-jin and Lee Joo-an.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T11:45:26+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T11:45:26+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Rhymer mentions remarriage, thinking "maybe I should quit Brand New Music"... Sincere confession on 'Groom Class 2']]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[On the Channel A variety show 'Groom Class 2', Rhymer shared his serious thoughts regarding remarriage and his willingness to leave his hip-hop label, Brand New Music, to focus on family life.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T11:56:54+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T11:44:28+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA['Golden Friday' Chun-gil Takes Solo Lead with 8 Golden Stars... Records 3.7% Rating]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The 39th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday,' featuring a '7080 Memory Trip' special, recorded a nationwide rating of 3.7%, ranking first among daily general programming and cable programs. Chun-gil emerged as the solo leader by securing 8 Golden Stars through a special roulette feature.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T11:44:26+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T11:44:26+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[JTBC 'Salon De Nabi' Premieres Today… The Chaotic Business Adventures of the Hair Salon Family]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[JTBC's new weekend drama 'Salon De Nabi' premieres tonight, following the stories of hairstylists and interns with unique personalities working at a hair salon. The series features Choi Daniel, Oh Yoon-ah, and Shim Eun-woo as the core designers, alongside Kim Ga-hee and Kim Hyang-gi as interns.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T11:44:24+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T11:44:24+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Park Seo-jin Siblings Challenge Park Golf… Hyo-jeong's Skills Recognized by Eun Ji-won (Mr. House Husband 2)]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming episode of KBS 2TV's 'Mr. House Husband 2', Park Seo-jin's family enjoys park golf together, where his sister Hyo-jeong displays impressive skills that surprise Eun Ji-won.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T11:43:28+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T11:43:28+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Eric Nam takes the stage on America’s Got Talent, overcoming panic disorder and paralysis symptoms]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer Eric Nam appeared on the popular American audition program America’s Got Talent, appearing thinner than before. He is currently maintaining a busy schedule in the United States, following his recent performances in New York and upcoming appearances in LA.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-19T11:43:14+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T11:43:14+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Yoo Se Yoon reminisces about military days with Jang Dong-min... reveals anecdote of eating 7 hamburgers on 'Going All the Way! Dokbak Tour']]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the 16th episode of 'Going All the Way! Dokbak Tour', Yoo Se Yoon visits Dongsong in Cheorwon, where he served in the military 27 years ago, and shares memories with his fellow cast members.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/shuhua-idle-happily-ever-after-toronto-international-film-festival</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T10:46:56+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:title><![CDATA[i-dle's SHUHUA officially invited to Toronto International Film Festival with her first leading role in ‘Happily Ever After’]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[i-dle member SHUHUA attended the 51st Toronto International Film Festival for the world premiere of her first leading role in the film ‘Happily Ever After’. The film, directed by Golden Horse Awards winner Fiona Roan, has also been invited to the 31st Busan International Film Festival.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/lim-young-woong-im-hero-10-youtube-views</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T10:44:34+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T10:44:34+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lim Young-woong, 3 Consecutive New Songs Surpass 1 Million Views... Proving Overwhelming Digital Power]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Lim Young-woong's new songs from his 10th anniversary special album 'IM HERO 10' are continuously breaking records by surpassing 1 million views on YouTube. His latest track 'Baila' has joined 'May You Be Happy' and 'To Us Who Have Lived' in reaching this milestone.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/south-korea-basketball-iran-finals-aichi-nagoya-2026</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T10:43:26+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T10:43:26+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Hyun-jung's 3-pointers Explode, South Korea Crushes Iran 77-51... Reaches Finals for the First Time in 12 Years]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[South Korea, Iran, Lee Hyun-jung, Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, MBC, Ha Seung-jin, Ko Kang Yong, basketball]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The South Korea Men's National Basketball Team reached the finals of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games for the first time in 12 years after defeating Iran 77-51. MBC's coverage of the match, featuring commentators Ha Seung-jin and Ko Kang Yong, achieved top viewership ratings.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/knee-arthritis-cartilage-damage-senior-health</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T10:42:54+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T10:42:54+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[4.5 Million Knee Patients: The Crisis of Old Age Caused by 3mm Cartilage Damage]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The article discusses the rising prevalence of degenerative arthritis in Korea and the critical importance of protecting the 3mm cartilage layer to prevent severe physical and mental health issues in old age. It highlights personal stories of recovery through diet and exercise, specifically mentioning the role of bovine-derived chondroitin.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/mbc-live-aichi-nagoya-2026-asian-games-opening-ceremony</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T10:42:38+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/mbc-live-aichi-nagoya-2026-asian-games-opening-ceremony"/>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T10:42:38+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[[Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games] MBC to Live Broadcast Opening Ceremony Today at 5:20 PM... Hosted by Kim Sung-joo and Kim Cho-rong]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[MBC will provide live coverage of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games starting from the women's handball preliminary match between South Korea and Hong Kong in the morning to the opening ceremony in the afternoon.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/bts-2026-mtv-vma-nominations-arirang</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T07:50:49+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T07:50:49+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[BTS Nominated for 3 Categories at 2026 MTV Video Music Awards... Attention on Breaking Award Records]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[BTS has been nominated for three categories at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, including Best Group. The group is also set to perform at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/son-ye-jin-hyun-bin-ai-family-photos</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-19T07:29:02+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-19T07:29:02+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[The truth behind the photos of Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin's son... AI images created by fans]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[AI-generated images depicting actors Son Ye Jin, Hyun Bin, and their son have recently circulated online, causing confusion among netizens who mistook them for real family photos. It was clarified that the images were created using AI technology by a fan and were not actual photographs.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/boynextdoor-hong-kong-concert-sold-out-extra-show</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T18:37:07+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T18:37:07+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[BOYNEXTDOOR sells out Hong Kong concert following Taiwan, adding an extra show]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[BOYNEXTDOOR, KOZ Entertainment, BOYNEXTDOOR TOUR ‘KNOCK ON Vol.2’, HOME: DELUXE, AsiaWorld-Arena, Hong Kong, Weverse]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[BOYNEXTDOOR has sold out their Hong Kong concert scheduled for January 16 at the AsiaWorld-Arena, prompting the agency to add an additional performance on January 17. The group's first world tour has seen a continuous string of sell-outs across Seoul, Busan, Osaka, Chiba, and Nagano.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/gapyeong-jatgoeul-market-romantic-concert-kim-hyun-jung</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:48:40+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:48:40+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Gapyeong Jatgoeul Market to Host 2026 Gapyeong Jatgoeul Market Romantic Concert on the 23rd… Featuring Kim Hyun-jung and more]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Gapyeong County announced on the 18th that it will hold the '2026 Gapyeong Jatgoeul Market Romantic Concert' at a special stage in Gapyeong Jatgoeul Market on the 23rd. The event, marking its 7th year, aims to revitalize the traditional market and create a space for residents and visitors to communicate through culture.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Gapyeong Jatgoeul Market to Host 2026 Gapyeong Jatgoeul Market Romantic Concert on the 23rd… Featuring Kim Hyun-jung and more]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/tv-chosun-golden-friday-yang-ji-eun-kim-yong-bin</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:46:23+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:46:23+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN 'Golden Friday' Yang Ji-eun vs Kim Yong-bin, Head-to-Head Record in 'Jin-Jin' Battle is 3 Wins and 1 Loss]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN, Golden Friday, Yang Ji-eun, Kim Yong-bin, Kim Sung-joo, Nami, Sad Fate, A Night Like Tonight]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Golden Friday', Kim Yong-bin and Yang Ji-eun will face off in a battle of champions, with Yang Ji-eun currently leading their head-to-head record.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[TV CHOSUN 'Golden Friday' Yang Ji-eun vs Kim Yong-bin, Head-to-Head Record in 'Jin-Jin' Battle is 3 Wins and 1 Loss]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kim-hye-ja-65th-anniversary-acting-ceremony</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:46:03+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:46:03+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Ceremony Held to Commemorate Kim Hye-ja's 65th Anniversary in Acting... Colleagues such as Bong Joon Ho and Han Ji Min Attend to Congratulate]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[A ceremony was held to celebrate actress Kim Hye-ja's 65th anniversary in acting, attended by numerous colleagues including director Bong Joon Ho. Kim Hye-ja is set to meet audiences through director Song Il-gon's film 'Still Shining' scheduled for release this October.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/miss-trot-for-you-ratings-duet-competition</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:44:47+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/miss-trot-for-you-ratings-duet-competition"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/miss-trot-for-you-ratings-duet-competition"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/miss-trot-for-you-ratings-duet-competition"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/miss-trot-for-you-ratings-duet-competition"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:44:47+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA['Miss Trot for You' Episode 19 Ratings 3.1%... Lee So-na X Koo Soo-kyung Duet Takes 1st Place with 188 Points]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Miss Trot for You, TV CHOSUN, Lee So-na, Koo Soo-kyung, Ahn Sung-hoon, Jung Hong-il, Nielsen Korea]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The 19th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Miss Trot for You' featured a "Real Man, Real Woman" special where contestants performed duets with TOP7 members. The episode achieved a 3.1% viewership rating, ranking first in its time slot.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA['Miss Trot for You' Episode 19 Ratings 3.1%... Lee So-na X Koo Soo-kyung Duet Takes 1st Place with 188 Points]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/korea-men-basketball-semifinal-iran-mbc-broadcast</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:42:52+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/korea-men-basketball-semifinal-iran-mbc-broadcast"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/korea-men-basketball-semifinal-iran-mbc-broadcast"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/korea-men-basketball-semifinal-iran-mbc-broadcast"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/korea-men-basketball-semifinal-iran-mbc-broadcast"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:42:52+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Basketball National Team Semifinal Against Iran, MBC's Ha Seung-jin X Ko Kang Yong Broadcast at 3:30 PM]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Korea Men's National Basketball Team, Iran, Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, Ha Seung-jin, Ko Kang Yong, MBC, basketball]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Korea Men's National Basketball Team, currently on a winning streak at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, will face Iran in the semifinals to compete for a spot in the final. MBC will broadcast the match live today at 3:30 PM with commentators Ha Seung-jin and Ko Kang Yong.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Basketball National Team Semifinal Against Iran, MBC's Ha Seung-jin X Ko Kang Yong Broadcast at 3:30 PM]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/walk-expedition-northern-spain-journey</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:42:47+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/walk-expedition-northern-spain-journey"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/walk-expedition-northern-spain-journey"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/walk-expedition-northern-spain-journey"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/walk-expedition-northern-spain-journey"/>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:42:47+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[KBS Walk Expedition September 19, a Journey Through Northern Spain Featuring the Tower of Hercules and Guernica]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Walk Expedition, Spain, Picasso, Guernica, Gaztelugatxe, Picos de Europa National Park, Tower of Hercules, KBS 1TV]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The program "Walk Expedition" explores the lush northern region of Spain, visiting historical sites like Guernica and the Tower of Hercules, as well as natural wonders like Gaztelugatxe and Picos de Europa National Park.]]></image:caption>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/freechal-jeon-je-wan-it-legend-fall</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:31:52+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/freechal-jeon-je-wan-it-legend-fall"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/freechal-jeon-je-wan-it-legend-fall"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/freechal-jeon-je-wan-it-legend-fall"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/freechal-jeon-je-wan-it-legend-fall"/>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:31:52+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Freechal Founder Jeon Je-wan: The Fall Following the Legend of 10 Million Members and the 3,000 Won Monetization]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Jeon Je-wan, Freechal, SBS, Kkokkomu, Tony An, Han So-eun, Kim Hyo-jin, IT industry]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The SBS program "The Story of the Day That Biting Its Own Tail" (Kkokkomu) highlighted the turbulent life of Jeon Je-wan, the founder of Freechal, who led the dot-com venture boom in Korea before facing a downfall due to a controversial monetization policy.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Freechal Founder Jeon Je-wan: The Fall Following the Legend of 10 Million Members and the 3,000 Won Monetization]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/tv-show-authentic-masterpieces-kim-young-ran-folk-artifact</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:26:14+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/tv-show-authentic-masterpieces-kim-young-ran-folk-artifact"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/tv-show-authentic-masterpieces-kim-young-ran-folk-artifact"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/tv-show-authentic-masterpieces-kim-young-ran-folk-artifact"/>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:26:14+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kim Young-ran delighted by red gold and silver folk artifact; what is the identity of this high-status wedding item?]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[TV Show Authentic Masterpieces, Kim Young-ran, Lee Kyung-jin, Ahn So-young, Lee Bang-un, Hwang Cheol, KBS 1TV]]></news:keywords>
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    <image:image>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The September 20 broadcast of KBS 1TV's 'TV Show Authentic Masterpieces' will feature a landscape ink wash painting by Lee Bang-un, a decorative red folk artifact used by high-status individuals, and calligraphy by Hwang Cheol. Veteran actresses Kim Young-ran, Lee Kyung-jin, and Ahn So-young will appear as the appraisal panel.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Kim Young-ran delighted by red gold and silver folk artifact; what is the identity of this high-status wedding item?]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kian84-ai-girlfriend-ji-ye-eun-jang-do-yeon-ai-dating</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:24:41+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/kian84-ai-girlfriend-ji-ye-eun-jang-do-yeon-ai-dating"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/kian84-ai-girlfriend-ji-ye-eun-jang-do-yeon-ai-dating"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/kian84-ai-girlfriend-ji-ye-eun-jang-do-yeon-ai-dating"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kian84-ai-girlfriend-ji-ye-eun-jang-do-yeon-ai-dating"/>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
      </news:publication>
      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:24:41+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Kian84 experiences 'reality hit' after introducing AI girlfriend to Ji Ye-eun... "I feel like I'm becoming an AI"]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Kian84, Ji Ye-eun, Jang Do Yeon, Lee Yu-bi, My AI Partner: Strange Love, SBS, Na-hee, Seok-ho]]></news:keywords>
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    <image:image>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the SBS show 'My AI Partner: Strange Love', Kian84 faces an identity crisis after introducing his AI girlfriend Na-hee to his friend Ji Ye-eun, while Jang Do Yeon finds herself falling for a new AI partner, Seok-ho.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Kian84 experiences 'reality hit' after introducing AI girlfriend to Ji Ye-eun... "I feel like I'm becoming an AI"]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jeju-missing-person-officer-bu-unanswered-questions</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:24:10+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jeju-missing-person-officer-bu-unanswered-questions"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/jeju-missing-person-officer-bu-unanswered-questions"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/jeju-missing-person-officer-bu-unanswered-questions"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/jeju-missing-person-officer-bu-unanswered-questions"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jeju-missing-person-officer-bu-unanswered-questions"/>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:24:10+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[25 Missing Person Reports Falsely Closed in Jeju, Skeletal Remains Found in Palm Forest After 104 Days]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Jeju, Jang Mi-ran, Jeju Seobu Police Station, Unanswered Questions, SBS, missing person case]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The SBS program "Unanswered Questions" investigates suspicions surrounding Officer Bu of the Jeju Seobu Police Station, who allegedly falsified the closure of 25 missing person reports, including the case of Jang Mi-ran, whose skeletal remains were discovered in a palm forest.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[25 Missing Person Reports Falsely Closed in Jeju, Skeletal Remains Found in Palm Forest After 104 Days]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ji-chang-wook-my-genie-secretary-kiss-scene</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:24:01+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/ji-chang-wook-my-genie-secretary-kiss-scene"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/ji-chang-wook-my-genie-secretary-kiss-scene"/>
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      <news:publication>
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        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:24:01+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Ji Chang Wook, prolific for 20 years with only ten days of rest per year... Reveals kiss scene secrets on My Genie Secretary]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Ji Chang Wook, Lee Seo Jin, Kim Kwang Kyu, My Genie Secretary, SBS, Kim Kwang-seok, Though I Loved You]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Ji Chang Wook will appear on the SBS variety show My Genie Secretary for the second time, sharing honest stories about his 20-year acting career and his secrets to filming famous kiss scenes. He will also engage in a vocal battle with Kim Kwang Kyu.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/busan-boy-19-lee-seung-chul-debut</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T19:41:58+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/busan-boy-19-lee-seung-chul-debut"/>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:22:22+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Busan boy Lee San, protecting his Peruvian mother, takes the stage with Lee Seung-chul just one month after debut]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Lee San, Lee Seung-chul, Samuel, Screening Humanity, KBS 1TV, Busan, Peru]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The program "Screening Humanity" follows Lee San, a 19-year-old "part-time job genius" who won an audition and is now pursuing his musical dreams while supporting his Peruvian mother and younger brother, Samuel.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Busan boy Lee San, protecting his Peruvian mother, takes the stage with Lee Seung-chul just one month after debut]]></image:title>
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  <url>
    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/2030s-blue-collar-skills-ai-white-collar</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:22:14+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/2030s-blue-collar-skills-ai-white-collar"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/2030s-blue-collar-skills-ai-white-collar"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/2030s-blue-collar-skills-ai-white-collar"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/2030s-blue-collar-skills-ai-white-collar"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/2030s-blue-collar-skills-ai-white-collar"/>
    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T17:22:14+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[2030s Choose Plumbing and Tiling Over Office Jobs Pushed Aside by AI]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[2030, AI, blue-collar, skilled labor, Jo U-ui, Bang Yun-jae, Lee Hak-hyeon, Noh Hye-yeon]]></news:keywords>
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    <image:image>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Young people in their 20s and 30s are increasingly turning to skilled manual labor as AI threatens white-collar professions. This shift reflects a growing desire for specialized, irreplaceable technical skills.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/korean-chamber-commerce-hong-kong-k-festival-week</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T17:10:29+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:title><![CDATA[The Korean Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong to host 'Mid-Autumn K-Festival Week' starting on the 21st for Chuseok]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Korean Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is hosting the 'Mid-Autumn K-Festival Week' from September 21 to 27 at Central Market to celebrate its 50th anniversary and Chuseok. The event features various Korean cultural experiences, including cooking demonstrations by famous chefs and K-pop performances, aimed at promoting cultural exchange between South Korea and Hong Kong.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/soran-new-ep-layer-just-before-the-breakup</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T15:28:45+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T15:28:45+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Band Soran Releases New EP 'Layer'... Attempting Musical Change with Title Track 'Just Before the Breakup']]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The band Soran is continuing their musical journey this year with the release of their new EP 'Layer'. The album features a variety of genres and marks their first EP since entering a new system centered around Ko Young Bae in January.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/kickflip-comeback-kick-off-the-wall-pt-1</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T15:08:10+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T15:08:10+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Boy group KickFlip to comeback on October 6 with mini album 'KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1']]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Boy group KickFlip will return to the music scene on October 6 with their new mini album 'KICK OFF THE WALL Pt. 1'. The album features eight tracks, including the double title songs 'Unfinished' and 'Kick Off The Wall (Feat. iann dior)'.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/the-odyssey-11-million-viewers-avengers-infinity-war</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T14:47:00+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T14:47:00+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Movie 'The Odyssey' Surpasses 11 Million Viewers... Aiming to Break 'Avengers: Infinity War' Record]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The movie 'The Odyssey' has surpassed 11 million cumulative viewers, approaching the record held by 'Avengers: Infinity War'. Directed by Christopher Nolan, the film is seeing sustained success since its release on August 5.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/enhypen-vr-concert-destiny-release-immersive</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T13:11:37+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T13:11:37+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[ENHYPEN VR CONCERT : DESTINY Released... Immersive Narrative That Changes According to Audience Choice]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The group ENHYPEN released their second VR concert, "ENHYPEN VR CONCERT : DESTINY," on September 18, featuring a cinematic format where the narrative changes based on the viewer's chosen member. The special stage greeting at LOTTE CINEMA World Tower on September 20 sold out immediately upon reservation.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/allhours-first-world-tour-rise-up-seoul</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T12:10:09+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/allhours-first-world-tour-rise-up-seoul"/>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T12:10:09+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[ALL(H)OURS to hold first world tour 'RISE UP' since debut, starting in Seoul this October]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The group ALL(H)OURS is embarking on their first world tour titled '1st World Tour 'RISE UP'', which will kick off in Seoul on October 10. The tour will continue through Europe in November and North America in January 2027.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/lee-seung-yoon-wedding-anniversary-forgotten-into-the-wilderness</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T11:29:49+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T11:29:49+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Lee Seung-yoon forgets wedding anniversary for two consecutive years... eventually enters 'Wildman' mode]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Comedian Lee Seung-yoon humorously shared his situation after forgetting his wedding anniversary for the second year in a row. He posted a photo of himself sitting in a tent in the mountains to express his predicament.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/go-woori-pregnancy-full-term-childbirth</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T11:09:23+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T11:09:23+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Go Woori reveals full-term D-line 20 days before childbirth... Becoming a mother in October]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Go Woori, Rainbow, pregnancy, childbirth, October]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Go Woori, a former member of the group Rainbow, shared photos of her final month of pregnancy, revealing that she is approximately 20 days away from giving birth in October.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/jeon-yu-jin-adios-teaser-album</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T11:09:19+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T11:09:19+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Jeon Yu-jin reveals teaser for first full-length album 'Adios'... foreshadowing matured charm]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer Jeon Yu-jin has released the first teaser image for her first full-length album 'Adios', showcasing a more mature image. The album is scheduled to be released on October 10.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-18T10:49:12+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T10:49:12+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Women's Volleyball 3-0 against Qatar, Women's Football 6-0 against Bangladesh... MBC sweeps No. 1 viewership ratings]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[MBC achieved the highest viewership ratings across all categories for its coverage of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games preliminary matches, including the Korea Women's National Volleyball Team's victory over Qatar and the women's football victory over Bangladesh.]]></image:caption>
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    <lastmod>2026-09-18T10:41:56+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/park-ae-ri-poppin-hyun-joon-kim-tae-yeon-ahn-sung-hoon-korean-traditional-music-stage"/>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/park-ae-ri-poppin-hyun-joon-kim-tae-yeon-ahn-sung-hoon-korean-traditional-music-stage"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="x-default" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/park-ae-ri-poppin-hyun-joon-kim-tae-yeon-ahn-sung-hoon-korean-traditional-music-stage"/>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T10:41:56+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Park Ae-ri, Poppin Hyun Joon, Kim Tae-yeon, Eun Ga-eun, Nam Sang-il, and Ahn Sung-hoon Gather in Gochang for a Special Stage]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[KBS 1TV's "Korean Traditional Music Stage" will broadcast a special episode themed "Connections" on September 19, featuring various artists performing together. The program showcases unique collaborations between traditional Korean music performers and singers across different genres.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/miss-trot-for-you-ahn-sung-hoon-seo-ji-o-thigh-wrestling</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T10:41:44+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/miss-trot-for-you-ahn-sung-hoon-seo-ji-o-thigh-wrestling"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/miss-trot-for-you-ahn-sung-hoon-seo-ji-o-thigh-wrestling"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/miss-trot-for-you-ahn-sung-hoon-seo-ji-o-thigh-wrestling"/>
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        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T10:41:44+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA['Miss Trot for You' Ahn Sung-hoon vs Seo Ji-o, Real Men's Pride Divided by Thigh Wrestling]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Miss Trot for You, Ahn Sung-hoon, Seo Ji-o, Huh Chan-mi, Lee Eun Ha, TV CHOSUN]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[In the upcoming episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Miss Trot for You', Seo Ji-o and Ahn Sung-hoon engage in a fierce thigh wrestling match, while Huh Chan-mi and Seo Ji-o prepare a sophisticated duet.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA['Miss Trot for You' Ahn Sung-hoon vs Seo Ji-o, Real Men's Pride Divided by Thigh Wrestling]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/john-noh-origingroove-contract-ko-yeong-yeol</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T10:17:04+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/john-noh-origingroove-contract-ko-yeong-yeol"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T10:17:04+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Ko Yeong-yeol's ORIGINGROOVE recruits tenor John Noh as Creative Director]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[John Noh, Ko Yeong-yeol, ORIGINGROOVE, Phantom Singer 3, RabidAnce, classical music, crossover]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Tenor John Noh has signed an exclusive contract with ORIGINGROOVE, an agency founded by singer Ko Yeong-yeol, and will serve as a content creative director.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nct-127-fifth-world-tour-seoul-kspo-dome</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T10:16:47+09:00</lastmod>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="en" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/nct-127-fifth-world-tour-seoul-kspo-dome"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="ja" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/ja/news/nct-127-fifth-world-tour-seoul-kspo-dome"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/nct-127-fifth-world-tour-seoul-kspo-dome"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/nct-127-fifth-world-tour-seoul-kspo-dome"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T10:16:47+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[NCT 127, Opening the Prelude to Their Fifth World Tour... A Splendid Start at Seoul's KSPO DOME]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[NCT 127, NEO CITY : SEOUL – THE REDLINE, SM Entertainment, KSPO DOME, BLINGY, Beyond LIVE, Weverse]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[NCT 127 will hold their fifth world tour, 'NEO CITY : SEOUL – THE REDLINE', at the Olympic Park KSPO DOME in Seoul from October 18 to 20. The tour will feature hits from their 7th full album 'BLINGY' and other hits from the past 10 years, with live viewing services available globally.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/roy-kim-kspo-dome-sold-out-concert</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T10:00:53+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T10:00:53+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Roy Kim enters KSPO DOME for the first time... Year-end concerts sold out for 5 consecutive years]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Roy Kim, KSPO DOME, 2026-27 Roy Kim LIVE TOUR [R:O:Y] in SEOUL, Cry Out Loud, Seoul, concert]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Singer Roy Kim has proven his strong ticket power by selling out all seats for his solo concert, marking his first time performing at the KSPO DOME. He is scheduled to hold the '2026-27 Roy Kim LIVE TOUR [R:O:Y] in SEOUL' on November 21 and 22 in Seoul.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/hwang-seok-il-wonju-jeongga-performance</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T09:55:24+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/hwang-seok-il-wonju-jeongga-performance"/>
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    <news:news>
      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T09:55:24+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Wonju Native Hwang Seok-il Holds First Jeongga Stage 'Emergence and Flight' Before a Full House]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[Hwang Seok-il, a young traditional Korean musician from Wonju, held his first Jeongga recital titled 'Emergence and Flight (Jeongga: The Refined Music of Joseon Scholars)' at the Wonju Cultural Center Performance Hall. The event drew significant local interest, featuring various Jeongga forms accompanied by professional traditional instrumentalists.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/yeongam-kim-chang-jo-sanjo-festival-success</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T09:55:22+09:00</lastmod>
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      <news:publication>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T09:55:22+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Yeongam 2026 Kim Chang-jo Sanjo Festival Concludes Successfully with Free Programs and Shuttle Service from Naju Station for 4,000 Visitors]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[2026 Kim Chang-jo Sanjo Festival, Yeongam, Sanjo, Kim Chang-jo, Won Il, Yeongam Culture and Tourism Foundation]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The 2026 Kim Chang-jo Sanjo Festival concluded its two-day journey in Yeongam, Jeonnam, featuring 27 domestic and international artists across 12 programs. The festival offered free admission to all programs and provided a shuttle service from KTX Naju Station to accommodate approximately 4,000 attendees.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/n-flying-asia-tour-taipei-start</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T09:54:08+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/n-flying-asia-tour-taipei-start"/>
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      <news:publication>
        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T09:54:08+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[N.Flying expands domestic tour fever to Asia, starting in Taipei]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[N.Flying, 2026 N.Flying LIVE '&CON5 : into REM' in TAIPEI, FNC Entertainment, Still, Fading Away, Asia Tour]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The band N.Flying is set to begin an official Asia tour following their successful domestic tour, starting with a performance in Taipei. The tour will continue through several major cities in Asia, including Bangkok, Hong Kong, Nagoya, Osaka, Tokyo, and Kaohsiung.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/alfonso-cuaron-jonas-cuaron-busan-international-film-festival</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T09:31:45+09:00</lastmod>
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    <news:news>
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      <news:genres>PressRelease</news:genres>
      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T09:31:45+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Director Alfonso Cuarón to attend 31st Busan International Film Festival with son Jonás Cuarón]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Alfonso Cuarón, Jonás Cuarón, 31st Busan International Film Festival, Gravity, Gabacho Champion, Busan Cinema Center]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[World-renowned director Alfonso Cuarón will attend the 31st Busan International Film Festival from October 6 to 15, accompanied by his son Jonás Cuarón. Alfonso Cuarón is scheduled to attend the opening ceremony and participate in a special talk and master class following an IMAX screening of his representative work, Gravity.]]></image:caption>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/coach-fall-campaign-live-your-story-soyeon-elle-fanning</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T08:54:22+09:00</lastmod>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T08:54:22+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Coach Fall Campaign Features 5 Ambassadors Including SOYEON and Elle Fanning]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Coach, SOYEON, Elle Fanning, Lilas, Shan Yichun, PinkPantheress, Live Your Story, Tabby Bag]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[New York expressive luxury brand Coach has unveiled its 2026 Fall campaign, "Live Your Story," which highlights self-expression and real-world connections through style and music. The campaign features five Special Edition Tabby Bags inspired by global ambassadors and introduces the Ticket Charm Collection.]]></image:caption>
      <image:title><![CDATA[Coach Fall Campaign Features 5 Ambassadors Including SOYEON and Elle Fanning]]></image:title>
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    <loc>https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/news/drum-busking-cheongpyeong-station-gapyeong</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-09-18T08:52:21+09:00</lastmod>
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    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh-tw" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh-tw/news/drum-busking-cheongpyeong-station-gapyeong"/>
    <xhtml:link rel="alternate" hreflang="zh" href="https://global.specialtimes.co.kr/zh/news/drum-busking-cheongpyeong-station-gapyeong"/>
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        <news:name>SPECIALTIMES</news:name>
        <news:language>en</news:language>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T08:52:21+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Drum Busking to be Held at Former Cheongpyeong Station Site in Gapyeong on October 1, Free Admission]]></news:title>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The Drum Sarang Club will hold an outdoor drum busking performance titled "Drum Busking - Four Beats Under the Clock Tower" at the Cheongpyeong Station 1979 site on October 1. The event features various musical arrangements ranging from 1970s-80s hits to K-pop, and is open to the public for free.]]></image:caption>
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      <news:publication_date>2026-09-18T08:52:03+09:00</news:publication_date>
      <news:title><![CDATA[Koo Kyo Hwan's 'New Generation War: Reawakened Man' Receives Praise at Premiere... Anticipation Builds Ahead of May 30 Release]]></news:title>
      <news:keywords><![CDATA[Koo Kyo Hwan, New Generation War: Reawakened Man, Shin Seung-ho, Kang Ki-young, Kim Si-a, movie premiere]]></news:keywords>
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      <image:caption><![CDATA[The film 'New Generation War: Reawakened Man' is receiving enthusiastic responses from audiences following its premiere ahead of its May 30 release. Starring Koo Kyo Hwan, the movie follows Seok-hwan, a job seeker full of unfounded confidence, who discovers he can resurrect 72 hours after death and faces mysterious pursuers.]]></image:caption>
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