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Seoul to Soho brings K-beauty pop-up to SoHo
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A three-week Seoul to Soho experience opens in New York on Aug. 14, bringing Korean beauty brands, biotech startups, creators and buyers to 13 Crosby Street.
Xinlu expands desktop stand export operations for global retail rollout
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Shenzhen Xinlu Hardware Products Co., Ltd. is expanding export operations for desktop stands as brands push into North America, Europe, South Korea and other markets.
Fujairah Environment Authority joins UNESCO heritage session in South Korea
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Fujairah’s Environment Protection Authority is taking part in UNESCO’s 48th World Heritage Committee session in Busan, South Korea, as the committee reviews Wadi Wurayah’s bid for World Heritage status.
Fujairah Environment Authority Joins UNESCO World Heritage Committee Session in Korea
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Fujairah Environment Authority is taking part in UNESCO’s 48th World Heritage Committee session in Busan as the committee reviews Wadi Wurayah’s bid for World Heritage status.
Maisonje expands to New York and Seoul with new pop-up
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Maisonje, the premium backpack brand for professional women founded by Jay Heo, launched in New York and is heading to a Seoul pop-up this September.
EPHEMERA brings Seoul accessories brand HAIRYMASK to the U.S. this fall
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EPHEMERA will launch Korean accessories brand HAIRYMASK in North America in fall 2026 through its online store and first New York pop-up. The partnership gives HAIRYMASK a U.S. retail and logistics runway as it expands beyond Seoul without needing…
MIMOSU wins 2026 Seoul Award for fermented rice water hair care
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MIMOSU, the clean scalp care brand operated by Meong Seok Global Corp., has won the 2026 Seoul Award for Outstanding Product for its Fermented Rice Water Scalp Care Line. The recognition spotlights a growing demand for low-pH, fragrance-free hair…
BOS brings biotech beauty to Seoul to Soho in New York
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BOS, powered by Enthera Bio, is showcasing science-driven Korean beauty at Seoul to Soho in Manhattan through Sept. 6. The Biotech Beauty Zone uses AI skin analysis, spotlights seven K-beauty brands and aims to connect Korean beauty innovators…
M2PCB lands on 2026 flexible PCB supplier list
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M2PCB is one of 10 flexible PCB manufacturers profiled in a 2026 buyer-focused review covering suppliers in China, Taiwan, Japan and South Korea.
NYC Big Book Award publishes 2026 winners list
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The NYC Big Book Award marked its 10th anniversary by publishing its 2026 winners and distinguished favorites in the October issue of Printed Word Reviews on Oct. 1, 2026. The list spotlights more than 100 subcategory winners across 15 major…
Ocean Corporation eyes Korean machinery opportunities in Pakistan
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Ocean Corporation is exploring new business opportunities in Pakistan’s construction, infrastructure and industrial sectors by linking Korean machinery supply with local project needs.
URBAN BREAK and TOY CON SEOUL draw 58,000 in first fully integrated edition
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URBAN BREAK & TOY CON SEOUL 2026 ended Aug. 2 at COEX in Seoul after a four-day run that drew about 58,000 visitors and brought together 355 artists from 15 countries.
VandS Hair Clinic expands post-transplant scalp care for international patients
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VandS Hair Clinic in Seoul is highlighting a hair-transplant model that pairs advanced FUE techniques with post-procedure scalp care aimed at improving recovery and long-term results.
Dimerco says Asia freight stays tight as AI demand extends peak season
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Dimerco’s October 2026 freight report says air and ocean capacity across Asia remains tight as AI, semiconductor and holiday shipping demand stretch peak season longer than expected.
ChoiceDx AI skin analysis kiosk launches at Torriden flagship store
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ChoiceTech Korea has launched its ChoiceDx AI Skin Analysis Kiosk at Torriden Connect Seongsu in Seoul, bringing personalized skin assessments and product recommendations into the K-beauty flagship retail experience.
SCAN expands Medicare Advantage lineup for 2027 with new partnerships and West Coast growth
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SCAN Health Plan is rolling out a 2027 Medicare Advantage portfolio with expanded county coverage, new co-branded plans and richer supplemental benefits as it looks to serve more older adults across the West. The offerings arrive ahead of the 2027…
Muzig AI to stage live orchestral concert with AI-composed music in Seoul
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Muzig AI will present an AI music concert at Lotte Concert Hall in Seoul on Sept. 20, pairing original AI-generated works with Studio Ghibli and Hans Zimmer soundtracks.
BEAUTÉ SEOUL expands curly hair care line with upgraded bonnet dryer
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BEAUTÉ SEOUL has expanded its curly hair collection with an upgraded Soft Bonnet Hair Dryer Attachment Ver 2.0 and solid shampoo and conditioner bars.
Seoul Pavilion closes VivaTech 2026 with deals, awards and investor interest
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The Seoul Business Agency says its first Seoul Pavilion at VivaTech 2026 in Paris generated more than 300 business meetings, six MOUs and 10 awards and recognitions for 20 Seoul startups.
VandS Clinic expands specialized beauty centers across Seoul
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VandS Clinic is widening its Seoul footprint with specialized centers in Seongsu, Sinchon and Hwagok for lifting, body contouring and regenerative skin care aimed at global patients.
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