The ongoing conflict between Min Heejin and HYBE highlights the clash between artistic vision and corporate logic. Min Heejin’s pursuit of artistic autonomy for her ADOR Label has met with resistance from HYBE, which prioritizes business interests. This conflict has raised questions about the future direction of the K-pop industry and the balance between art and commerce.
“Welcome, First Time in Korea?” Program: Korean Reactions to Westerners Not Using Umbrellas
A Korean TV show explored how Westerners rarely use umbrellas. Viewers offered reasons: lighter rain in Europe, umbrellas used for formality in the West, and Korean concerns about acid rain and hairstyles. The discussion revealed cultural differences in rain perception, umbrella use, and how people handle getting wet.