Jeyup S Kwaak
Printed matters
From Barcelona's cultural resistance to Tokyo's literary sanctuaries, the world's finest independent bookshops offer curated selections and knowledgeable staff for discerning Christmas gift-givers.
Culture
Designing a successful publisher in South Korea, an artsy addition to Paris’s scene and a hot new cinema opening in New York.
Moving pictures
From K-pop to movies, entertainment group CJ ENM is a South Korean powerhouse. Now CEO Kang Ho-Sung is taking Hollywood.
Beyond a joke
In an era where comedy walks a tightrope between relevance and risk, satirists worldwide navigate the delicate balance of wielding humour as political weapon while avoiding cancellation or worse.
World in reach
Our annual survey of the nations that have mastered the gentle art of making friends and influencing people.
Face value
There are few more trusted news sources than the experienced and impartial TV anchor. We tune in to meet three such stars of the screen.
Screen living
Cultural ventures from the US to Asia are proving that combining pursuits is sound business. From a cinema-hotel in Paris to a newsroom-café in Texas, we explore a new wave of hybrid businesses.
Put down a marker
A commitment to independent shops and cafés has transformed Seoul’s Seongsu district into a unique retail hub. We survey the best places to do business, from Helsinki to Baja California Sur.
Cities at 07:00: Seoul
Need some inspiration to get out of bed? We visit Seoul at sunrise to show you what lies in store for early birds, from tranquil parks to traditional breakfasts.
