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Lee Man-gang, the Slave with a 40-Year Double Life, Passes the State Examination in 6 Years and Becomes a Magistrate

The KBS 1TV program "HD" explores the life of Lee Man-gang, a genius slave who successfully impersonated a nobleman to become a magistrate.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Russian Wife Who Did Dawn Deliveries Instead of Her Husband with Tongue Cancer, Now Challenges Strawberry Farming in Damyang

Polina, a former veterinary student from Russia, is starting a new life in Damyang after overcoming financial hardships and caring for her husband, Moon Sang-won, who is battling tongue cancer.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Maeil Dairies to hold Selex Chuseok special broadcast on Hyundai Home Shopping’s ‘Wang Talk’ on the 12th

Maeil Dairies will host a special broadcast for 'Selex Protein Lacto-Free Plus' on Hyundai Home Shopping's 'Wang Young-eun's Talk Together' on September 12th, featuring exclusive sets for the Chuseok holiday.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Lee Ju-eun, set to marry Choi Go-gi, transforms with a short haircut ahead of wedding photoshoot

Creator Choi Go-gi and his fiancée Lee Ju-eun visited a hair salon in Hongik University to prepare for their upcoming wedding photoshoot, where Lee decided to cut her long hair into a short style. The couple, who have been in a relationship for five years, are planning to marry this year.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Shin Se Kyung 40 billion KRW · Byeon Woo-seok 13 billion KRW… Entertainment Stars Purchase Ultra-High-End Real Estate

Actors Shin Se Kyung and Byeon Woo-seok are drawing attention for purchasing luxury residences in Seoul, with Shin Se Kyung reportedly securing a unit in the high-end 'Lavre 27' and Byeon Woo-seok purchasing a unit in 'Hannam THE HILL' for 13 billion KRW.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Rare-On expands into anime collectible cards with 'GO ASTRO BOY GO!' license, moving beyond sports

TCG platform Rare-On has signed an official license agreement with Tezuka Productions for the new anime series 'GO ASTRO BOY GO!' to develop TCG and collectible card products. This move marks the company's expansion from sports-based IP into the animation and character content sectors.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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[2026 Asian Games] SBS Men's Basketball Korea vs. Saudi Arabia 2049 Ratings 0.3%, Leading MBC in 1st Place

SBS recorded a 0.3% 2049 viewership rating for the first men's basketball match of the 2026 Nagoya Asian Games, surpassing MBC's 0.2% as South Korea defeated Saudi Arabia 82-66.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Gabie Kook resumes activities after 3 months... reveals Korea travelogue with husband Josh and daughter

Chef and YouTuber Gabie Kook has returned to YouTube after a three-month hiatus, sharing a video of her trip to Korea with her husband Josh and daughter Julie.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Movie and Animation IP Collaborations with Brands Emerge as Key Drivers of the Fashion Market

Collaborations between brands and intellectual properties (IP) from movies and animation are becoming a mainstream trend in the fashion market, driven by consumers expressing their fandom through clothing.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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K.Will Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Stories with Musical 'Hell's Kitchen' Cast

The main cast of the musical 'Hell's Kitchen' appeared on singer K.Will's YouTube channel 'Knowing Sister-in-law' to share behind-the-scenes stories and discuss the challenges of the production.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Yano Shiho Reveals Model Debut Story… Mother Supported 10 Million Won Dental Braces Using Savings

During an appearance on KBS 2TV's 'Stars' Top Recipe at Fun-Staurant', model Yano Shiho shared how her mother used her savings to fund her dental braces to help her succeed in model auditions.

정시환 · 2026.09.11

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Model Han Hye-jin reveals she debuted following her mother's suggestion after failing arts high school entrance exams

Model and entertainer Han Hye-jin shared that she changed her career path after failing entrance exams for an arts high school. Following her mother's encouragement, she eventually debuted through the 2nd Seoul International Fashion Collection in 1999.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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Han Hye-jin's Past: Dreaming of Being an Art Student Rather Than a Model... Debuted After Failing Arts High School Entrance Exam

Model and entertainer Han Hye-jin revealed on her online channel that she once dreamed of becoming an art student and prepared for arts high school before debuting as a model.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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Son Yeon-jae draws attention with unchanging figure from her active days even after childbirth

Former national rhythmic gymnast Son Yeon-jae shared recent photos on social media, showcasing her sophisticated style and fit physique following the birth of her son.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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SBS Culture Relay: 20 Years of Daewon Music Awards... Interviews with 12 Past Winners Revealed

SBS 'Culture Relay' will air a two-part special documentary celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Daewon Music Awards, tracing the evolution of K-Classic from individual geniuses to a national system.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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10 Harpium Trainees to Take the Orchestra Stage at Youngsan Arts Hall on the 20th

Harp edutech company Harpium is sponsoring the '2026 World Harp Symphony,' where over 10 of its trainees will perform as part of a 20-harp orchestra.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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Don Spike's Implied Return to Food Industry Sparks Controversy... Go Youngwook's Daily Life Disclosure Case Re-examined

Composer and entrepreneur Don Spike is facing backlash after hinting at a return to the food industry via social media. This controversy has reignited debates regarding celebrities with criminal records sharing their daily lives, drawing comparisons to the recent backlash faced by Go Youngwook.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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Korea Character Culture Industry Association to Hold Genuine Product Distribution Seminar on September 15... Seeking Joint Solutions for the Industry

The Korea Character Culture Industry Association will host a seminar on September 15 to discuss challenges in the character industry, specifically focusing on illegal copying and the distribution of non-genuine products.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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JYP Entertainment states it is "reviewing from multiple angles" amid rumors of withdrawing from Godeok new headquarters construction project

JYP Entertainment has issued an official response following reports that it is considering withdrawing from its plan to build a new headquarters in the Godeok Biz Valley in Kang Dong-gu, Seoul.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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Prolonged Venue Booking Issues at Olympic Park Handball Gymnasium… Doh Kyung-soo, Lee Chang-sub, and Others Change Performance Venues

Ongoing protests near the Olympic Park Handball Gymnasium in Seoul are forcing numerous October performances to relocate, causing significant financial losses and scheduling shifts for artists like Doh Kyung-soo and Lee Chang-sub.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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Kang Eun-bi attends the '10th Republic of Korea Youth Day' appointment ceremony with husband Byeon Jun-pil

Actress Kang Eun-bi shared news of her visit to the National Assembly on her social media, where she and her husband Byeon Jun-pil attended the 10th Republic of Korea Youth Day appointment ceremony.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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Folk singer-songwriter Soon to release 4 new songs in 'Biography' on September 10

Folk indie singer-songwriter Soon is releasing a new EP titled 'Biography' on September 10, featuring four tracks that weave the trajectory of time through folk and country sounds.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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SG Wannabe's Kim Jin-ho to Hold Solo Concert in October... First Stage in 1 Year and 9 Months

SG Wannabe's Kim Jin-ho will hold a solo concert titled '2026 Kim Jin-ho Autumn Performance: Grandmother Sewed Her Grandchild's Torn Clothes Again' at the Seoul Arts Center from October 9 to 10.

정시환 · 2026.09.10

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Kim Do-wan sheds villainous image to radiate refreshing boyish charm... pictorial released

Actor Kim Do-wan has released a new pictorial and interview as the seventh featured subject of Namoo Actors' digital magazine 'BLANK, NAMOO,' showcasing a refreshing boyish charm through various daily concepts.

정시환 · 2026.09.10