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Blinken calls on China to press N. Korea to end its 'dangerous' behavior
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Tensions heighten ahead of first president-opposition chief meeting
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New celebrity-endorsed therapy for face contouring requires only a pair of rubber bands
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Seoul to provide housing subsidy to married couples with newborns
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Rapper jailed after public street fight with another rapper
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[KH Explains] No more 'Michael' at Kakao Games
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Nominee for chief of anti-corruption body pledges 'independence, effectiveness'
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Woman gets suspended term for injuring boyfriend with knife
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[Weekender] How DDP emerged as an icon of Seoul
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Med schools expect 1,500+ new admission slots next year
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Kwak’s case keeps parties on edge
DP Joins call for resignation; Oct. 26 by-elections may include education chief The opposition camp faced an unexpected obstacle in gearing up for elections including for Seoul mayor, as calls for the city’s liberal education chief to resign over bribery allegations indicated his position may also b
PoliticsAug. 29, 2011
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Ministry draws up steps to raise transparency of pension fund
From next year, financial firms will be banned from all National Pension Service contracts for up to five years if caught lobbying the service to secure rights to manage portions of its fund, the Ministry of Health and Welfare said Monday.According to the guidelines unveiled by the ministry to stren
Social AffairsAug. 29, 2011
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Key lobbyist of Busan savings bank scandal faces questioning
Prosecutors are interrogating Park Tae-gyu, a 71-year-old lobbyist who allegedly peddled his political and economic influence to save the nation’s largest savings bank from suspension earlier this year. All eyes are now on whether Park would name those who took bribes and other favors he had provide
Social AffairsAug. 29, 2011
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Language program bridges Korea, the world
TaLK volunteer teachers from English-speaking countries help rural kids learn languageYEONGI, South Chungcheong Province ― Benjamin Stevens, 24, first came to Korea with his mother for a seminar nine years ago. Fascinated by Korea, he wanted to come back, and realized his dream thanks to the TaLK (T
Social AffairsAug. 29, 2011
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Diary defeats South Korean burglar
A South Korean burglar has been arrested after police found details of his criminal exploits recorded in his diary, complete with addresses he hit and entries such as "Jackpot!", a detective said Monday.The 42-year-old Seoul man, identified only as Kim, had stolen luxury bags, jewelry and elect
NationalAug. 29, 2011
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Korean embassy in Libya attacked by armed assailants
The South Korean embassy in Tripoli was attacked by armed robbers, but no one was hurt during the rioting, an official in Seoul said Monday. About 15 rioters stormed the embassy building at around 5:20 a.m. (local time) on Sunday and attempted to steal televisions and other electronic goods, but the
Foreign AffairsAug. 29, 2011
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Prosecutors question key lobbyist in savings bank probe
A key lobbyist for a troubled savings bank has been questioned about his role in a massive influence-peddling scandal involving the bank as he voluntarily returned home Sunday after fleeing to Canada, prosecutors said Monday.Park Tae-gyu, 71, is suspected of helping the corruption-ridden Busan Savin
Social AffairsAug. 29, 2011
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N.K. leader’s trip aimed at support from Russia, China
North Korean leader Kim Jong-il wrapped up his week-long trip to Russia and China, where he struggled to pave the way for resumption of the long-stalled regional nuclear disarmament talks and economic support.Kim returned home via train on Saturday, greeted by his youngest son and apparent successor
North KoreaAug. 28, 2011
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Parties to clash over U.S. FTA ratification
Rival political parties are expected to clash once again over the long-disputed Korea-U.S Free Trade Agreement ratification during the parliament’s regular session, starting this week. The ruling Grand National Party aims at having the pact ratified within October, in step with the U.S. Congress, wh
PoliticsAug. 28, 2011
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Race heating up for Seoul mayoral post
Rep. Chun of DP abandons parliamentary seat to run in Oct. 26 by-electionParties rushed to establish strategies for the Seoul mayor selection in the Oct. 26 by-elections, after Oh Se-hoon’s resignation on Friday.The ruling Grand National Party strove to defend its control of the Korean capital and t
PoliticsAug. 28, 2011
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Police fire water cannons on pro-union protesters in Seoul
Left-wing civic groups again protested massive layoffs by a major construction firm in central Seoul during the weekend, before they were broken up by police using water cannons for the first time in three years. A police-estimated crowd of some 2,500 people from various parts of the country staged
Social AffairsAug. 28, 2011
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Voting opens for human rights logo
Nearly everybody knows that a heart represents love and a dove symbolizes peace. But what is the universal symbol for human rights? International online voting is now open to choose what will represent the issue of human rights at the United Nations and provide a visible representation for the conce
Foreign AffairsAug. 28, 2011
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Changes to U.K. passport procedures
The British Embassy has announced changes to passport procedures.Customers applying for a British passport in Korea will continue to use the Regional Passport Processing Center (RPPC) in Hong Kong but their new passport will be printed in the United Kingdom. Effective immediately, customers will rec
Foreign AffairsAug. 28, 2011
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EU training for Korean graduates
The European Union delegation is offering in-service training for young university graduates from Korea.This training involves practical work experience.Tasks will be equivalent to those given to junior executive-grade staff members such as compiling documents, researching and analyzing information
Foreign AffairsAug. 28, 2011
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Learning about sports in France
On the occasion of World Athletics Championships in Daegu, the French Embassy has prepared a briefing note on educational opportunities related to sports activities in France.Prepared by the embassy’s education arm CampusFrance, Korean students in particular will find information regarding advanced
Foreign AffairsAug. 28, 2011
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Taiwan, Korea ring bell for peace
Throughout human civilization, bell-ringing has played many different roles in music, clocks, faith celebrations and ceremonies of state. On Aug. 23, bells across the world rang along with Taiwan’s Centennial Peace Bell emphasizing the value of peace. Representative of the Taipei Mission Liang
Foreign AffairsAug. 28, 2011
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Russia seeks strategic ties with Korea: envoy
Through both business and diplomacy, the ties between Korea and Russia have become among the nation’s most important.The next step for both countries is to enhance high-level exchanges, boost strategic cooperation and work together on issues relating to the Korean Peninsula and the international sta
Foreign AffairsAug. 28, 2011
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Libyan changes bode well for builders
Seoul mission head Alghali assures safety of Korean businesses and workers in his countryWhile the rebels and pro-Gadhafi forces fought for control of the heart of the country, diplomatic missions all over the world flew the African country’s new flag.In Seoul on Wednesday, the Libyan mission hauled
Foreign AffairsAug. 28, 2011
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Lee may conduct minor Cabinet reshuffle this week
President Lee Myung-bak is expected to conduct a minor Cabinet reshuffle, possibly including the minister in charge of North Korean affairs, as early as Monday before the National Assembly convenes next month, officials said Sunday. The expected reshuffle is seen as Lee's latest attempt to revitaliz
PoliticsAug. 28, 2011
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Police fire water cannons at protesters in rally against Hanjin layoffs
Left-wing civic groups again protested massive layoffs by a major construction firm in central Seoul during the weekend, before they were broken up by police using water cannons for the first time in three years. (Yonhap News)A police-estimated crowd of some 2,500 people from various parts of the co
Social AffairsAug. 28, 2011