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Korean-American chefs shine in the most powerful people in fine dining

Recently, the luxury lifestyle magazine Robb Report highlighted several Korean figures in its selection of “The 50 Most Powerful People in American Fine Dining.” The list...

Michelle Steel delivers farewell speech: “I will continue to find ways to serve the country I love”

Michelle Steel, U.S. Representative for California's 45th Congressional District, delivered a farewell speech on December 18 before her colleagues and Republican leadership. Steel, who narrowly...

Andy Kim, first Korean-American U.S. Senator, makes history as swearing in on Dec. 9

The era of Korean-American U.S. Senators has officially begun, marking a significant milestone in the 120-year history of Korean immigration. On December 9, Andy Kim,...

Justin Park, praised by BTS’ Jungkook, aims to win Open Verse competition finals

Justin Park, a Korean-American R&B artist, has found himself in the global spotlight thanks to BTS’ Jungkook. The K-pop superstar shared Park’s song on...

First Korean American MVP Tommy Hyunsu Edman agrees to 5 year extension with Dodgers

Tommy Hyunsu Edman, a Korean American who led the Los Angeles Dodgers to the World Series title, has agreed to a five-year contract extension...

Edward Kim appointed Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York

A Korean American is set to take office as the Acting U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, overseeing key financial hubs...

Breaking barriers: Korean-American filmmaker Seayoon Jeong on integrity and inclusion

Movies directed and produced by Korean-American filmmaker Seayoon Jeong are garnering attention in the U.S. With a bachelor’s degree in political science from University...

Korean-American businesswoman makes historic $30M donation to U.S. Soccer for women

Michelle Kang (65), a Korean-American entrepreneur and owner of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) team Washington Spirit, has pledged a historic $30 million...

From polio to Carnegie Hall: Korean-American pianist’s remarkable triumph

Despite being unable to move her legs due to polio, Korean-American pianist Chun-ae Choi (69) will take the stage at New York’s Carnegie Hall...

Kyo Seok Lee honored for 50 years of genuine service at South LA Mobil Station

“Mr. Lee!” It was noon on October 30 at a Mobil gas station in South Los Angeles. More than a hundred people gathered, chanting a...