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How does AI think?
D-6 Deadline November 13 · Exhibition closing date; no viewing after this date
Photo: 연합뉴스 In short Hanwha Cultural Foundation and AI company Anthropic are holding an exhibition together.
Five Korean artist teams interpret how AI works through artistic works.
The exhibition opens at Pompidou Centre Seoul (Hanwha) from October 23.
Key facts When Runs from October 23 to November 13. Where Held at Pompidou Centre Seoul (Hanwha) in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul. Who Hanwha Cultural Foundation and Anthropic collaborate with 5 artist teams participating. What Showcases 5 new works created using AI 'Claude'.
What it means for me
Readers visiting Seoul during the exhibition period can view it free or with paid admission.
Why does this matter? Korea's first collaborative exhibition exploring AI's operating principles and human values through art.
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Yeongnam Autumn Snack Festival
Deadline Deadline October 25 · Final day of Daegu tteokbokki and Gimcheon kimbap festivals
Photo: 한겨레 In short Autumn snack festivals are being held consecutively in Daegu and Gyeongbuk.
Daegu tteokbokki, Gimcheon kimbap, and Gumi ramyeon festivals are each taking place.
Korea Tourism Organization has also created foreign tourist packages by bundling the three festivals.
Key facts When Daegu and Gimcheon run September 23–25; Gumi runs November 6–8. Where Events held at Daegu Buk-gu IM Bank Park, Gimcheon Jikji Culture Park, and others. Who Hosted respectively by Daegu Buk-gu, Gimcheon, and Gumi. What Snack festivals themed on tteokbokki, kimbap, and ramyeon.
What it means for me
Autumn weekend outings can include visits to snack festivals.
Why does this matter? Regional snack festivals are developing as tourism products, attracting foreign visitors.
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Emart24 Yellow
Deadline Deadline October 31 · Pop chips and water 1+1 benefit ends at end of October
Photo: 연합뉴스 In short Emart24's house brand 'Yellow' coffee and bottled water sold 12 million units in one year.
Product variety expanded from 13 types to 96 types.
Plans to expand to around 150 types by year-end.
Key facts When Launched in October 2024 and marked its first anniversary. Who Convenience store chain Emart24 operates the Yellow house brand. What Cumulative sales reached 12 million units, including 6.63 million coffees and 5.86 million bottled waters. How Expanded product lineup from 13 to 96 types and increased sales by 42 percent.
What it means for me
Affordable house brand coffee and bottled water options expand at convenience stores.
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Starbucks Christmas
Deadline Deadline October 25 · End date of 20% discount on 7 food items
Photo: 연합뉴스 In short Starbucks will launch new Christmas drinks and desserts starting the 22nd.
On the same day, e-Frequency, a year-end rewards promotion, will begin.
Collect 17 handcrafted beverages to receive speakers, bags, and more.
Key facts When Christmas seasonal drinks, food, and merchandise will launch from the 22nd. Who Starbucks Korea is running a year-end customer rewards promotion. What The company introduces drinks like Toffee Nut Latte, Christmas desserts, and limited-edition seasonal merchandise. How Purchase 17 handcrafted drinks including 3 mission drinks to receive speakers, bags, and more.
What it means for me
If you frequent Starbucks, it's helpful to check the discount and rewards period in advance.
Why does this matter? Discounts and rewards benefits overlap during the year-end consumption season, providing substantial perceived value to consumers.
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Daegu Dong-gu's first festival
Deadline Deadline October 24 · Last day to participate in the first Makchangjjim Festival
Photo: 세계일보 In short Daegu Dong-gu is holding its first food festival featuring makchangjjim (grilled beef small intestines).
It will run for two days at the Sunrise Bridge Plaza in Dongchon Amusement Park.
Cooking programs and a talk concert with player Oh Seung-hwan will also be held.
Key facts When The festival runs for two days from October 23 to 24, 2026. Where At the Sunrise Bridge Plaza area in Dongchon Amusement Park, Dong-gu, Daegu. What It is Dong-gu's first large-scale food festival featuring makchangjjim, a signature local dish. How Cooking programs, talk shows, street dance battles, and a talk concert with player Oh Seung-hwan will be held.
What it means for me
If you plan to visit Daegu Dong-gu, consider adding the Makchangjjim Festival to your weekend schedule.
Why does this matter? It is the district's first attempt to revitalize the restaurant industry and local commercial areas by featuring makchangjjim, a signature local food.
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