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Top 10 Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas
Tis the season…to google “best holiday gifts for someone who has everything.” It’s almost Christmas and it’s time to start gift searching. Let’s admit it though, most of us will […]
Looking For The Perfect Holiday Gift? Check Out Designer Hanh Nguyen’s Beautiful, Wearable Art
While most designers work to push out two to three seasonal collections a year, Hanh Nguyen aims for creating one solid group of work that represents a special combination […]
Party Season is Here! Audrey Helps You Get Through the Holiday Season
‘Tis the season to indulge, so go ahead – don’t let us be a wet blanket on the festivities. Just heed a bit of pre-party advice to minimize post-party […]
South Korea Declares Aug. 14 as Temporary Holiday for Independence Day Festivities
by ALEX HYUN| @ahyundarkb4dawn editor@charactermedia.com This year, the South Korean government has temporarily labeled Aug. 14 as an extra public holiday in conjunction with the country’s 70th Liberation Day holiday […]
5 Facts About Teachers’ Day in South Korea
by REERA YOO | @reeraboo editor@charactermedia.com Today is a special day for teachers in South Korea. On May 15, Korean teachers and students annually observe Teachers’ Day (스승의 날), […]
Happy Black Day: A Day for Singles and Noodles
by ETHEL NAVALES In America, Valentines Day means roses and a box of chocolates for our significant other. It is arguably the most romantic national holiday for us. Nonetheless, […]
10 Reasons Why Koreans Are the Irish of Asia
Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! While the holiday is not widely celebrated by South Koreans, you’ll find that there are a few common traits both Ireland and South Korea share, […]
12 K-pop Christmas Songs
by REERA YOO | @reeraboo editor@charactermedia.com It’s Christmas Eve! Here are some festive K-pop jingles, old and new, to help you get in the holiday spirit. Roy Kim – […]
Holiday Gift Ideas Inspired by Asian Street Fashion Trends: Statement Pieces
If you are running around doing last minute holiday shopping or finding yourself online all day trying to find unique gifts, we’ve got you covered. We were inspired […]
Take a Bite out of Child Hunger
story and illustration by KAM REDLAWSK Following my adoption from a South Korean orphanage, I remember my amazement at how much food was readily accessible in my new home […]
Unforgettable 2014 Celebs Share Their Holiday Plans
On December 5, the hustle and bustle of downtown Los Angeles nightlife was alive and well on the chilly winter night. On the outskirts of Koreatown stands the […]
5 Fun Facts About Pepero Day
by REERA YOO Today is Nov. 11, meaning it’s Pepero Day! For our readers who are unfamiliar with Pepero Day, it’s an unofficial holiday similar to Valentine’s Day observed […]
Looking For The Perfect Holiday Dress? Get To Know: Vi Hoang of Dolly Pearl
The holiday season is fast approaching, so it’s time to break out those stunning gowns and dresses that are meant for compliments. The task of finding the perfect dress can […]
Brisk Sales for Fake Casts to Evade Chuseok Chores in South Korea
by REERA YOO Today marks the start of Chuseok, a three-day thanksgiving holiday, in which Koreans visit their ancestral hometowns and hold ceremonial feasts with family members. Reuters reports that […]
