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Can America’s Obsession With Mahjong Save This Dying Craft?

The Wall Street Journal - Business

The Wall Street Journal - Business

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June 23, 2026

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Can America’s Obsession With Mahjong Save This Dying Craft?

Watch how the last remaining artists of mahjong tile carving are trying to preserve the fading craft.

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The korea Herald News

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· Jul 3, 2026

Why games and Korean traditional arts are the hottest new pairing

Games and traditional arts may seem worlds apart, but the unlikely pairing is quickly becoming the South Korean gaming industry's newest obsession. Industry officials say the partnerships are creating a two-way exchange, introducing new audiences to traditional crafts while giving artists fresh creative inspiration rooted in game worlds. The latest example comes from Nexon Games, which recently signed a memorandum of understanding with the Nexon Foundation and the Korea Ceramic Foundation to pro

Variety

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· Jul 2, 2026

Casetify Launches ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ Collection, Featuring Phone Cases, Wallets, Keychains and More

“KPop Demon Hunters” may have just passed its one-year mark since becoming a cultural juggernaut, but the hype is far from over. Following its release last June, brands — most recently Vans, Lego and McDonalds — have been eager to tap into the world of Huntr/X, bringing the group to hoards of consumers and collectors []

Utusan Malaysia

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· Jul 5, 2026

Sudah berusia baru popular

Dalam industri hiburan Hollywood, ramai yang percaya kejayaan perlu diraih ketika usia muda. Namun, hakikatnya tidak semua bintang terkenal menempuh jalan yang sama. Ada yang terpaksa menunggu puluhan tahun, bergelut dengan watak-watak kecil dan mengharungi pelbagai sepak terajang industri sebelum diberi peluang untuk membuktikan kemampuan sebenar. Walaupun mengambil masa lama untuk mencipta nama, mereka akhirnya ... Read more The post Sudah berusia baru popular appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Korea Times News

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· Jun 25, 2026

How one foreign entrepreneur is building a future in Korea — on his own terms

How one foreign entrepreneur is building a future in Korea — on his own terms

Times of India

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· Jul 2, 2026

From grief support to robot cafes & marriage prospects: How AI is transforming daily life in South Korea

South Korea is rapidly integrating AI and robotics into daily life, from recreating deceased loved ones to powering unstaffed businesses. This surge is driven by an aging population and a national strategy to become a global AI leader, with massive investments in chips and robotics. The AI boom is also reshaping careers, making semiconductor engineers highly sought-after and influencing educational choices.

BERNAMA

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· Jun 23, 2026

General : HPM Carnival In Melaka Generates RM8.45 Mln In Potential Business

KUALA LUMPUR, June 23 (Bernama) -- The 2026 Empowering Malaysian Businesses Carnival (Karnival Hebatkan Perniagaan Malaysia 2026) or HPM 2026, which took place over three days in Melaka, successfully achieved a high-impact target by recording a total business matching value and financing potential reaching RM8.45 million.

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Related coverage for "Can America’s Obsession With Mahjong Save This Dying Craft?": The korea Herald News — Why games and Korean traditional arts are the hottest new pairing. Variety — Casetify Launches ‘Kpop Demon Hunters’ Collection, Featuring Phone Cases, Wallets, Keychains and More. Utusan Malaysia — Sudah berusia baru popular. Korea Times News — How one foreign entrepreneur is building a future in Korea — on his own terms. Times of India — From grief support to robot cafes & marriage prospects: How AI is transforming daily life in South Korea. BERNAMA — General : HPM Carnival In Melaka Generates RM8.45 Mln In Potential Business