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In a Korea-based Open Thoughts podcast interview, NBA YoungBoy reveals a doctor told him the left side of his heart was swollen, he continued performing through the issue, and he now says he has one more tour and one or two albums left in his career while living in Korea.
South Korea's Kospi jumped over 4% to a technical bull market as AI-driven demand boosts tech hardware names, led by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. Memory-chip shares are rebounding, helping broaden a tech rotation amid optimism on AI spending; analysts see potential for further near-term gains, though momentum could slow if U.S. yields or the dollar climb.
A new anti-aging injectable, Elravie Re2O, uses donor skin stripped of cells to form a preserved extracellular matrix that acts as a scaffold for the skin to regenerate, potentially reducing fine lines and refining pores. Not FDA-approved in the US, but already available in Korea and other markets and offered by some clinics in the US; the company hopes to launch in the US by 2027. While some patients report noticeable improvements, critics flag ethical concerns about tissue use and long‑term safety and durability remain uncertain.
South Korean retail investors chasing an AI-driven rally piled into single-stock leveraged ETFs tied to Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, but a sharp reversal left them with steep losses. The KODEX SK Hynix Leverage ETF is down about 70% from its June peak and roughly 50% from its May debut, after retail buying reached about 14 trillion won since late May (vs. ~2 trillion won by foreigners). Regulators tightened rules to require a minimum cash of 30 million won to trade these products, and the Bank of Korea warned that rising leverage could magnify volatility, even as the long-term memory-chip outlook remains intact.
South Korea’s KOSPI fell about 10% in a tech-led rout, with SK Hynix overtaking Samsung in value. Wedbush’s Dan Ives argues the pullback is a breather, not a sign AI demand is fading, noting tight supply of high-bandwidth memory and the central role of memory-makers like SK Hynix, Micron, and Samsung in the AI buildout; Micron’s upcoming earnings could offer a key read on demand for AI memory.
In Los Angeles' Koreatown, thousands celebrate the Mexico-Korea World Cup match as a symbol of cross-cultural friendship rather than rivalry, underscored by shared immigrant histories and vibrant community ties, culminating in Mexico's 1-0 victory and a unifying chant.
Bryson DeChambeau shot 65-68 to sit one behind after two rounds at LIV Golf Korea, saying he’ll investigate why his ball-striking isn’t clicking even as his short game and putting have been strong. He’s averaging about 277 yards off the tee with 15/28 fairways and 23/36 greens, plus 11 up-and-downs on 13 chances, and says he needs to better understand his right misses and body feel to contend as LIV’s funding outlook remains uncertain.
Samsung has begun rolling out One UI 8.5 to the Galaxy A17 4G in South Korea (firmware A175NKSU5CZE9), bringing a refreshed UI, improved stock apps, smarter Bixby with natural language and Perplexity integration, Storage Share, faster Wireless DeX access, Auracast enhancements, and updated lock screen/Weather/Clock features; expansion to other regions is expected soon, with installation requiring at least 30% battery.
Samsung has begun a Korea-first rollout of stable One UI 8.5 to the Galaxy Tab S11 and Tab S11 Ultra (firmwares X736NKOU5BZE3 and X936NKOU5BZE3), ending the beta period and signaling broader global availability in the coming days; the update brings visual refinements, Apple AirDrop support, and a more customizable Quick Settings, with users able to update via Settings > Software update > Download and install.
Starbucks Korea fired its country head in response to a controversial tank-themed promotion that sparked public outrage and scrutiny of the company’s marketing decisions.
Samsung has begun rolling out One UI 8.5, starting in Korea on May 6 with plans to expand to additional regions. The update brings Galaxy AI features across devices including Galaxy S25/S25 FE, S24/S24 FE, Z Fold7/Flip7, Z Fold6/Flip6, and Galaxy Tab S11/S10, with availability and timing varying by model and market.
An American expat in Seoul, Derek Laan, built a career and family in Korea but is weighing whether to move back to the U.S. for his two sons' education. He notes Korea’s lower salaries but rich lifestyle, subsidized daycare, and the lure of U.S. free elementary schooling, estimating he’d need about four times his current income to maintain his lifestyle in Colorado. He plans to stay in Korea until his older son starts first grade and is weighing options to work with U.S. clients or return home, while acknowledging Korea’s strong emphasis on studying affects parenting decisions.
Two South Korean F-15 fighter jets collided mid-air over Daegu after the pilots briefly used their phones to record video, causing more than $500,000 in damage; authorities say distraction played a role and an investigation is underway.
Tiny micro-fossil eggs from the Korean Cretaceous, Onggwanoolithus aphaedoensis, offer the first direct evidence of bird eggs in Korea and reveal eggshell structure that bridges reptilian and avian forms, shedding light on early reproduction and nesting among ancient birds.
South Korean researchers have identified Doolysaurus huhmini, a juvenile dinosaur fossil found on Aphae Island, offering rare skull remains and clues about Cretaceous life, including a likely omnivorous diet evidenced by gastroliths, with micro-CT imaging revealing detailed anatomy; the name honors the popular cartoon character Dooly.