President Donald Trump says he plans to meet China's Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Gyeongju next month, their first in-person encounter since 2019 and the centerpiece of a crowded leaders' week in South Korea. The host schedule places the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting on Oct. 31-Nov. 1, within Leaders' Week running Oct. 27-Nov. 1 at the Gyeongju Hwabaek
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The White House says the newly announced $100,000 charge tied to H-1B will apply to new petitions rather than to the installed base of current H-1B workers. The clarification comes after a confusing rollout that left employers and visa holders unsure whether the levy would be annual, whether it would affect extensions, and how it would interact with existing fees. With the focus now on first-time sponsorships,
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K-Pop demand in the U.S. is flashing again. In Texas, a limited-run BTS pop-up has turned the Houston Galleria into a purple-tinted checkpoint for fans through October 12. On the West Coast, LE SSERAFIM closed a strong swing with a sold-out night at San Francisco's Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and a high-energy show at LA's Kia Forum, the kind of reception that suggests bigger
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The White House clarified on Saturday that the newly announced $100,000 fee for H-1B visas will apply only to new petitions, not to current H-1B holders, renewals, or re-entry of existing beneficiaries.
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President Donald Trump is set to impose a $100,000 application fee on H-1B visa petitions, a sweeping move that could reshape skilled immigration and add substantial costs for employers that sponsor foreign professionals, according to the White House and multiple reports. The change, expected to be formalized by presidential proclamation, comes amid a broader crackdown on immigration and follows a high-profile raid at a Hyundai-LG Energy battery plant in Georgia, where hundreds of Korean workers were detained over alleged visa violations.
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Korean drama "Bon Appétit, Your Majesty" has become 2025's biggest hit, climbing from 4.9% to 15.4% ratings while achieving #2 globally on Netflix with 7.5 million views, making Lee Chae-min a breakout star and reinforcing Im Yoon-ah's rom-com queen status. The time-traveling culinary romance became the first non-original K-drama to reach #1 on Netflix globally, promoting Korean cuisine culture while dominating both traditional TV and streaming platforms.
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SM Entertainment and Egg is Coming have announced "Reply High School," a reality show featuring 15 SMTR25 trainees living in era-themed classes (1990s, 2000s, 2010s) set to air globally in the first half of 2026. The show takes a collaborative approach rather than elimination-based format, serving as an extended introduction for the multinational trainee group before their expected debut.
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BTS member Jin was announced as the new global ambassador for Japanese haircare brand LUCIDO-L on September 16, 2025, promoting their Re: series products and adding another major endorsement to his portfolio since completing military service in June 2024.
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K-pop star IU donated $144,000 to four Korean charities on her 17th debut anniversary, bringing her 2025 charitable contributions to over $357,000 while supporting children with illnesses, people with disabilities, and vulnerable elderly communities.
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When Son Heung-min confirmed his move from Tottenham Hotspur to Los Angeles FC earlier this month, the headlines were about his sporting future. But within weeks, the impact has spilled far beyond the pitch. Major League Soccer (MLS) has now struck broadcast deals with Korean platforms Coupang Play and SPOTV, opening a direct line between American club football and one of Asia's
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