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i-Aurora links NAMANE PAY to Alipay+ for global K-POP payments
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i-Aurora said NAMANE PAY will connect to Alipay+ by the end of September, giving K-POP fans a way to pay at overseas Alipay+ merchants with QR codes.
i-Aurora taps Alipay+ to expand NAMANE PAY for global K-POP spending
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i-Aurora said it is joining Alipay+ as a mobile payment partner, with NAMANE PAY set to go live at the end of September to help K-POP fans pay across overseas merchants.
i-Aurora connects NAMANE PAY to Alipay+ for K-pop fan spending
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i-Aurora says its NAMANE PAY service will connect to Ant International’s Alipay+ network by the end of September, letting verified users spend abroad at Alipay+ merchants.
SSANCAR sets first European booth in Warsaw with inspection and rebate offer
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South Korean used vehicle exporter SSANCAR will make its first dedicated European exhibition appearance at Automotive Parts Expo in Warsaw from Oct. 9-11, 2026. The company is using the parts fair to pitch direct buying, a 24-hour inspection…
Ocean Corporation targets overseas demand for Korean used machinery
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Ocean Corporation, a South Korea-based machinery trading company, is expanding efforts to connect used Korean construction and heavy equipment with overseas buyers.
Diana Louise Webb wins 2026 NYC Big Book Award thriller prize
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Diana Louise Webb’s “A Twisted Crucible: The Riddle of the Ruined Soul” won the Thriller category in the 2026 NYC Big Book Award competition.
Reusable trocars market seen reaching $1.78B by 2030
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The reusable trocars system market is projected to grow from $1.25 billion in 2026 to $1.78 billion by 2030, driven by minimally invasive surgeries, medical tourism and pressure to cut waste and costs.
Heikki showcases factory-direct power strip surge protectors at China hardware fair
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Jiangmen Heikki Technology is using the China International Hardware Fair in Shanghai to pitch factory-direct sourcing for power strip surge protectors, extension cords and travel adapters.
OTOKI SF launches shelf-stable OSF Salad Tuna for global markets
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OTOKI SF has introduced OSF Salad Tuna, a ready-to-eat tuna product that can be stored at room temperature and eaten without cooking.
Busan launches five-month citywide Night Festa as U.S. visits jump 76%
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Busan, South Korea, has opened Starry Night Busan: Night Festa 2026, a free nighttime tourism program running through December across beaches, parks and downtown districts.
ICRAPAIN 2026 wraps in Kolkata with 600+ pain specialists
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ICRAPAIN 2026 ended in Kolkata after drawing more than 600 pain professionals from India and abroad for its 10th edition.
11+ and Inter send three Asian fans to Hong Kong for Manchester City clash
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11+ and Inter took three winning fans from Indonesia, Thailand and South Korea to Hong Kong on Aug. 1 to watch Inter face Manchester City at Kai Tak Stadium.
11+ and Inter send three Asian fans to Hong Kong for Manchester City match
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11+ partnered with Inter on a fan campaign that brought three supporters from Indonesia, Thailand and South Korea to Hong Kong for Inter’s match against Manchester City on Aug. 1, 2026. The trip underscores how clubs and fan platforms are turning…
Dr. Park Tae-oh demos periorbital RF at Cynosure Lutronic Academy
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Dr. Park Tae-oh of Relieve Clinic Seoul gave a live eye-area radiofrequency demonstration in Seoul on June 13 as about 1,400 clinicians watched online and in person.
11+ sends three Asian Inter fans to Hong Kong for Manchester City match
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11+ and Inter took three fans from Indonesia, Thailand and South Korea to Hong Kong on Aug. 1, 2026, after an app-based campaign tied rewards to fan engagement.
Dreamcos Turns General Brands Profitable After 2025 Acquisition
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Dreamcos said General Brands, the company behind DUFT&DOFT, posted an operating profit in the first half of 2026 after the cosmetics incubator completed its acquisition in 2025. The turnaround comes after losses narrowed from KRW 3.4 billion in…
SNU Eye Clinic outlines when cataract surgery makes sense for patients over 50
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SNU Eye Clinic in Seoul says patients over 50 should base cataract surgery timing on symptoms, cataract progression and daily life impact — not age alone.
Rakuten Viki marks fourth K-Drama Day with free shows, fan prizes and celebrity content
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Rakuten Viki is bringing back K-Drama Day for a fourth year from Sept. 25 to Oct. 1, 2026, with free access to selected Korean series, fan voting, prizes and exclusive interviews.
Constar maps 10-country contact lens import rules for 2026
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Constar released a 2026 compliance guide showing how contact lens import rules differ across 10 major markets, from the US and EU to India, Saudi Arabia and South Korea.
JABLY builds AI platform to help foreign students settle and work in Korea
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JABLY is developing Cloud K-tag, an AI-driven SaaS platform set for 2026 that links university matching, visa support, settlement services and job placement for international students in South Korea.
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