The Latest Breaking News from Gwangju

From Caravaggio to Korea: How Malta’s artists are breaking out of the baroque

The BEJN pavilion connects Malta and Korea through poetry, sacred ropes, festa traditions and sounds.

Euronews · Aug 28

Massive Attack deliver history lesson on K-pop’s roots in political protest

British band Massive Attack in their recent shows in Australia and around the world performed a cover of the Korean song Regret of the Times (sidae yugam), originally released by pop band Seo Taeji and Boys in 1995.

The Conversation · Aug 12

Starbucks Korea offices raided over controversial ‘Tank Day’ campaign

Promotion for its ‘Tank’ tumbler range was accused of invoking military crackdown on 1980 Gwangju uprising

The Independent UK · Aug 5

Starbucks Korea to close stores early for mandatory history training after marketing row

Starbucks’ South Korean operation said Monday it will close all of its stores nationwide early on June 22 for mandatory history and social sensitivity training

The Independent UK · Jun 15

Starbucks to close outlets across Korea for history lesson after 'Tank Day' ad fiasco

The day of the reusable cup promotion coincided with the anniversary of the Gwangju uprising in which 165 civilians were killed, though many believe the real figure to be much higher.

Euronews · Jun 15

Samsung Electronics considers building chip packaging plant

Samsung Electronics is exploring a significant investment in Gwangju, South Korea. The company is considering a new advanced semiconductor packaging facility. This move aims to boost its capabilities in a crucial area of the AI chip supply chain. The investment is expected to be revealed soon. This development signals Samsung's…

The Economic Times · Jun 9

How a Starbucks marketing stunt spiralled into mass boycotts in South Korea

A botched tumbler promotion on the anniversary of a pro-democracy massacre unleashed a boycott, police investigation and political firestorm

The Guardian - AU · Jun 6

Starbucks Korea Blasted Over Ad Campaign That References 1980 Gwangju Massacre, Triggering Boycott Calls

Starbucks Korea faces backlash and boycott calls after a marketing campaign referencing the Gwangju uprising prompted public apologies and internal reviews.

International Business Times UK · May 27

Starbucks 'Tank Campaign' Mocked 1980 Massacre Victims—Korea Boss Issues Second Apology Over Insensitive Ad

Starbucks Korea's 'Tank Day' campaign sparked outrage by inadvertently referencing the 1980 Gwangju massacre, leading to public apologies and calls for a boycott.

International Business Times UK · May 26

Starbucks sees sharp drop in Korean sales after 'Tank Day' marketing backlash

Starbucks Korea sales have dropped significantly. This follows a marketing campaign that caused public anger. The campaign was linked to the Gwangju Uprising. Shinsegae Group chairman Chung Yong-jin has apologized. He stated he takes full responsibility for the incident. The company acknowledges serious flaws in its risk management. Starbucks global…

The Economic Times · May 26