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파주 카페 냉동창고서 '꽁꽁 언' 시신…경찰, 피의자 검거 (파주=연합뉴스) 최재훈 기자 = 경기 파주시의 한 카페 냉동창고에서 60대 여성 시신이 얼어붙은 채 발견돼 경찰이 수사 중이다. 경찰은 피의자로 30대 카페 사장을 검거해 구속 상태로 조사하고 있다. 사진은 7일 사건이 발생한 카페의 모습. 내부 사정으로 인해 휴무한다는 안내가 붙어 있다. 2026.9.7 jhch793@yna.co.kr/2026-09-07 17:46:14/

Death of woman locked in walk-in freezer believed to be premeditated — and AI-assisted

Since finding the body on Sept. 3, the authorities have said that the suspect was involved in a gift certificate scam that prompted the victim's visit to the cafe.

2026.9.10

Twosome Place brews up U.S. market entrance with branch opening in October

The cafe chain will open its first store in Alexandria, Virginia, before expanding to more locations in the greater Washington area.

2026.9.3

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Starbucks Korea posts 18.4 billion won second quarter loss as sales drop 6 percent

The company cited its lack of summer campaigns, not its controversial “Tank Day” marketing, as the reason behind the sharp reversal in its financial results.

2026.8.13

Korea's coffee market estimated at 3.7 tln won in 2024: Data

A government study shows Korea’s coffee market kept growing in 2024 as demand shifted from instant mixes to roasted beans and the number of cafes continued to rise.

2026.8.11

A concept cafe in Mapo District, western Seoul, on May 15 [OH SAM-GWON]

'Concept cafes' blur line between ordinary establishments, adult entertainment

So-called concept cafes — themed cafes where employees serve customers while wearing revealing outfits — are gaining popularity across Korea, raising concerns that a new form of quasi-sexual entertainment is expanding without proper regulation.

2026.5.27

A customer focuses on his laptop inside an individual study capsule at a franchise cafe in Jongno District, central Seoul, on May 19. [SEO JI-EUN]

One Americano, four hours: Inside Korea's 'cafe study tribe'

In Korea, the emergence of 'cagongjok' has transformed coffee shops into quiet study environments. As the number of cafes has doubled, young adults prefer them over libraries for their ambient noise and accessibility.

2026.5.23

Rows of cup bingsu (shaved ice), a seasonal summer menu at Mega MGC Coffee [MEGA MGC COFFEE]

Retailers try to beat early summer heat with 'cool marketing' for seasonal items

Summer came early to Korea — and so did the seasonal summer items.

2026.5.17

The Cheongju Cheongwon Police Precinct in North Chungcheong [JOONGANG DB]

Cafe owner withdraws embezzlement complaint against former part-time worker in Cheongju

A cafe owner in Cheongju, North Chungcheong, who filed an embezzlement complaint against a part-time worker for taking three drinks home after work, has withdrawn the charges.

2026.4.3

Visitors enjoy views of North Korea from Starbucks in Gimpo, Gyeonggi, on July 7, 2025. [STARBUCKS KOREA]

Border mountain to host franchise cafe with panoramic view of North Korea

Mount Odu, situated just below the inter-Korean border, will host a franchise cafe offering visitors a panoramic view of North Korea's border regions, sources said Friday.

2026.3.20

A Starbucks barista presents two cups of ″Aerocano″ [STARBUCKS KOREA]

Aerocano hits stratospheric sales, surpasses 1 million cups in one week

Starbucks Korea’s new Aerocano has sold 1 million cups in its first week, setting the fastest sales record among iced beverages the company has released in Korea.

2026.3.5