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In the 1990s, a dramatic transformation happened in New York City. For decades prior, Bryant Park in Manhattan was in disrepair, designated a “no-go” area rife with illicit activities. But after a decade-long restoration, it became the most densely populated urban park in the world. The revival of Bryant Park, which Time magazine at the […]

Art is sometimes underappreciated and its benefits to society can go unnoticed. Art is language agnostic, meaning you don’t need language to understand its genius. Art can make you laugh, contemplate, or simply bring you joy for reasons unknown. Importantly, art is also something that stretches far beyond the confines of traditional galleries. From its […]

To give Samsung C&T Newsroom readers an inside look at the Hong Kong Shatin to Central Link (SCL) 1109 project, one of its most important currently under construction, we sat down with Project Director Andy Raine to gain unique insights and perspectives about the project. SCL 1109 is a multifaceted, large-scale civil engineering project in […]

On the last night of October each year, surreal scenes flourish around the world. In the U.S. and Canada, ordinary houses transform into haunted mansions, while many people in Austria leave bread, water, and a lamp on the table at night to welcome departed souls – all to celebrate Halloween. But as Halloween celebrations became […]

The shopping habits of consumers worldwide have changed drastically during the past decade or so, with most consumers now doing the bulk of their shopping online. From buying one’s groceries to a new pair of shoes, today’s always connected devices bring a world of options directly to one’s fingertips in an instant. Unsurprisingly, brick and mortar stores […]

Having four distinct seasons is something of a rarity in Asia, with much of the region situated relatively close to the equator. Located in the temperate climate zone, South Korea is one of the few places in Asia which experiences distinct seasonal changes. As autumn approaches, there is no better time to visit one of […]

The Spring/Summer, Fall/Winter cycle in the world of fashion is neverending, with some of the most creative minds looking to dazzle the world and steal the spotlight with their novel and inspirational designs. The spurts of creativity that explode on runways around the world converge in an endless stream of new concepts and interpretations of […]

This is the fourth installment in a series of articles profiling the people and the businesses at Samsung C&T’s branch offices around the world. The following story focuses on Samsung C&T’s office in Lima, Peru. Please refer to the third installment for information about Samsung C&T’s office in Hong Kong. Back in 2013, the global economy […]

As the fresh autumn winds replace the sticky summer air, have you started considering plans for this upcoming Halloween? Perhaps you plan to carve a jack-o-lantern or visit a haunted corn maze – but have you considered the possibility of encountering real zombies face to face? Zombies are tightly intertwined with today’s pop-culture, spawning a […]

The streets of Gangnam hum with activity in the morning, with commuters making a run for the subway or rushing to grab a cup of coffee. By afternoon, the area is teeming with people out shopping and meeting friends. But at night, there’s an explosion of energy. The main streets and tiny alleys light up […]