Back To Stage: The Long-Awaited Return of Bangtan Sonyeondan

By Dhivyaa S. P. || What comes to mind when I hear the words “BTS comeback” is not simply excitement. It is curiosity. I have always been the kind of … Read More

Gwangju FC Keeps Lee Jung-hyo’s Football DNA

By Zhang Jiuzhou (Julius) || Gwangju FC may have a new manager on the touchline, but the team’s identity still carries the imprint of former head coach Lee Jung-hyo. Following … Read More

Area Sports Round-Up – April 2026

Baseball – Soccer – Volleyball || By Zhang Jiuzhou (Julius) || Kia Tigers Complete Spring Camp The Kia Tigers have wrapped up their preseason preparations and now shift their focus … Read More

Upcoming Events – April 2026

MUSICALS                                        “Kinky Boots” Family Musical: “Pororo and a Mysterious Journey” CONCERTS                                        ACC Brunch Concert Plus: The Writer’s Playlist, Kim Young-ha Gwangju Symphony Orchestra Regular Concert: “Leningrad” Beethoven & Rachmaninoff EXHIBITIONS                                    … Read More

From the Editor – March 2026

This month’s cover of the Gwangju News celebrates International Women’s Day – March 8. You may wonder why a regional magazine such as ours would mark an occasion that is … Read More

Photo of the Month – March 2026

Nighttime Yacht Tour Night lights shining bright on land, in the sky, above the sea. A cool breeze, a faint smile and a moment of contentment. Dhivyaa S. P. is … Read More

Gwangju City News – March 2026

Integrated Jeonnam-Gwangju Special City Launches in July Administrative Roadmap Finalized Gwangju Metropolitan City and Jeollanam-do (Jeonnam Province) have officially confirmed the launch of the Jeonnam-Gwangju Integrated Special City on July … Read More

International Women’s Day: Why March 8 Still Matters… And Why It Makes Some People Uncomfortable

By Luis Andrés || Every year on March 8, the same questions come back: “Why do we need International Women’s Day?” “Why is there no Men’s Day?” “Isn’t equality already … Read More