Violinist Park Sue-ye wins prestigious Sibelius competition
The photo, provided by Matias Ahonen and the Kumho Asiana Cultural Foundation, features violinist Park Sue-ye. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
YONHAP

SEOUL, May 30 (Yonhap) -- South Korean violinist Park Sue-ye has won the 13th International Jean Sibelius Violin Competition, one of the most prestigious competitions for the instrument in the worl

Milan's La Scala opera house to once again open its season with Russian opera TASS

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Heo Ga-young's 'First Summer' wins 1st prize at Cannes' La Cinef section
Director Heo Ga-young is seen in this photo provided by the Korean Film Council. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)
YONHAP

SEOUL, May 23 (Yonhap) -- Heo Ga-young's "First Summer" has won First Prize in the La Cinef section of this year's Cannes Film Festival, the Korean Film Council (KOFIC) said Friday.

Sudanese Culture Steals Spotlight at 'Passport to the World'
Sudanese Culture Steals Spotlight at 'Passport to the World'
SPA

   Jeddah, May 23, 2025, SPA -- The "Passport to the World" event, running through May 24, offers visitors an immersive look into Sudan’s cultural heritage through live folk performances,

Soprano Sumi Jo to receive prestigious France's cultural honor
Renowned soprano Sumi Jo is pictured at the Chateau de la Ferte-Imbault in France's Loire Valley, in this July 2024 file photo. (Yonhap)
YONHAP

SEOUL, May 22 (Yonhap) -- Renowned soprano Sumi Jo is set to receive France's Commandeur of the Order of Arts and Letters in recognition of her contributions to French art, the Korean Cultural Cent

Maestro Chung Myung-whun likens La Scala appointment to long-awaited union
Maestro Chung Myung-whun, artistic director of the Busan Opera and Concert Hall, answers questions during a press conference at Busan Concert Hall in the southeastern city of Busan on May 19, 2025. (Yonhap)
YONHAP

BUSAN, May 19 (Yonhap) -- Maestro Chung Myung-whun, recently appointed music director of Italy's Teatro alla Scala, described the new role as the culmination of a long-standing relationship with th

AZERTAC’s photo correspondent honored in international competitions
AZERTAC’s photo correspondent honored in international competitions
AZERTAC

Vietnam a new attractive destination for international filmmakers
VNA
VNA

Hanoi, May 16 (VNA) – A conference named “Vietnam – The Dynamic Market in Asia and the New Destination of Global Film Producers” was held in Paris on May 14, within the framework o

Qiddiya Showcases Media Story at Media Oasis on the Sidelines of Saudi-US Investment Forum
Qiddiya Showcases Media Story at Media Oasis on the Sidelines of Saudi-US Investment Forum
SPA

      Riyadh, May 13, 2025, SPA -- Qiddiya Investment Company is participating in the 'Media Oasis', held on the sidelines of the Saudi-US Investment Forum in Riyadh, by offering an

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