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Marine Corps commander summoned by CIO for questioning on alleged influence-peddling case
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Debate rages over ‘overly fatty’ samgyeopsal
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[Weekender] Korean psyche untangled: Musok
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40 flights canceled on Jeju Island due to bad weather
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[Eye Interview] 'If you live to 100, you might as well be happy,' says 88-year-old bestselling essayist
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From fake prostitution ring to nonexistent robber, prank calls hamper police
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N. Korea slams US, other countries for seeking alternative to UN sanctions monitoring panel
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Missing S. Korean traveler in Paris found safe after 2 weeks
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Pandemic left Korea more depressed than before: report
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Defense chiefs of US, Australia, Japan decry NK-Russia military cooperation
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Danish cultural treasure discovered at Korean ambassador’s residence
The Korean Embassy in Denmark marked the renovation of the ambassador’s residence in a traditional Danish “Rejsegilde” ceremony, uniting the two cultures in a rustic, picturesque setting. The renovation led to a startling discovery when a long wall inside the building was torn down to make way for a reception hall. As the wooden panels covering the wall were taken down, colorful rectangular openings resembling Swiss-French architect Le Corbusier’s characteristic windows appeared. The wall was de
Sept. 23, 2015
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North Korea, policy conundrum for China
China appears to be facing a tough strategic decision over how to handle North Korea, amid growing U.S. pressure to tame its wayward ally that has hinted at the possibilities of a long-range rocket launch and another nuclear test.In response to the continuing calls from Washington to play the role of a “responsible stakeholder” in regional security, Beijing has been agonizing over ways to curb Pyongyang’s nuclear ambitions and provocative acts.But solutions to the issues remain elusive, as the N
Sept. 23, 2015
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Ugandan interior minister dies suddenly after trip to Korea
Uganda’s interior minister died suddenly on his return trip from South Korea early this month, its government has said, prompting Seoul’s probe into the rare case. Gen. Aronda Nyakairima, who was 56, died in-flight on Saturday while heading to Dubai for a transfer following a visit to Seoul upon the invitation of the Korea Foundation. After a postmortem examination, the cause of death was found to be acute heart failure, a news report suggested. KF officials reportedly said that he complained of
Sept. 21, 2015
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Mummenschanz dazzles crowd with pantomime
Swiss mask theatre troupe Mummenschanz performed at the National Museum of Korea in Seoul over the weekend. The group, founded in 1972 by performers Bernie Schurch, Andres Bossard and Floriana Frassetto, has had over 1,300 performances in 60 countries, captivating 300,000 audiences. It had a three-year run on Broadway from 1977 to 1980.The pantomime performance employs an interplay of “bizarre-looking” masks, movement, lighting and shadow in a whimsical choreography. Simple yet colorful objects
Sept. 20, 2015
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Korean-Swiss artist fuses Orient, Occident
An artist and wife of a Swiss diplomat in Seoul held an exhibition over the weekend at the Swiss Embassy, showcasing watercolors that combined Oriental and Western influences. Ajean Mazzucchelli is the wife of Claudio Mazzucchelli, the head of Swiss Business Hub Korea. Ajean met her husband 30 years ago in Korea while working as a clerk at a U.S. Air Force Hospital, and they married in 1986. They have since lived in the former Soviet Union, U.S., Egypt, China, Switzerland and the U.K., during wh
Sept. 20, 2015
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Guatemala, Korea celebrate deepening economic ties
The Guatemalan Embassy held a reception on Monday to mark the 194th anniversary of independence from colonial Spain and growing economic ties with Korea. Guatemala held a “transparent and peaceful” general election on Sept. 6 to choose the next batch of leaders, following former President Otto Perez Molina’s resignation on Sept. 3 after he was charged with corruption.“With pride, Guatemalan citizens have made important contributions to our country’s stability by replacing the (former) president
Sept. 20, 2015
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TED Salon inspires at Canadian Embassy
TED Salon, a global conference platform dedicated to spreading ideas about “Technology, Entertainment, Design,” came to the Canadian Embassy on Thursday, drawing the wisdom of professionals.The speakers were radio announcer on EBS and TBSeFM Steve Hatherly, social food entrepreneur Han Young-mi, start-up entrepreneur David Lee and singer Cha Sang-gu. Radio announcer on EBS and TBSeFM Steve Hatherly speaks to audience at the Canadian embassy on Thursday. Joel Lee / The Korea HeraldWhile narratin
Sept. 20, 2015
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‘Ukraine peace hangs on Minsk deal’
Ukraine’s efforts to create a united, democratic and European order will hinge on the successful implementation of the Minsk Agreement, as diplomats of Ukraine, Russia, Germany and France are striving to end conflict in war-torn Donbass in eastern Ukraine, the country’s Foreign Minister Pavlo Klimkin said Friday. Klimkin stressed that the real challenge is to establish and sustain a lasting structure based on universal values and economic rules, amid Ukraine’s struggle to break free from Russian
Sept. 20, 2015
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Seoul wary of Japan’s security shift
Seoul reiterated its calls on Tokyo to uphold the pacifist principle and transparency in carrying out its defense policy after Japan’s parliament enacted legislation early Saturday that will allow its military to fight overseas in a contentious overturn of its strictly defensive postwar security law. Following a fiery political battle and late-night vote, the upper house approved 11 related bills, lifting constraints enshrined in Japan’s constitution on its military after World War II. The new r
Sept. 20, 2015
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China joins calls on N. Korea to shun provocation
China has added to the pressure on North Korea to refrain from provocations after Pyongyang hinted at nuclear and missile threats ahead of the 70th anniversary of the founding of its ruling Workers’ Party next month. In recent weeks, Seoul has been ramping up diplomatic efforts to avert any test of a long-range missile or atomic device. Washington, Beijing and other countries have also warned of further sanctions should Pyongyang press ahead with a major provocation. Last week, the communist sta
Sept. 20, 2015
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FM Yun calls for future-oriented ties with Japan based on history awareness
Foreign Minister Yun Byung-se said Sunday that South Korea and Japan should ramp up efforts to make this year a new era for their ties based on a correct understanding of their shared history.Yun made the remarks at an annual joint culture event with Japan in Seoul to mark the 50th anniversary of normalization of Seoul-Tokyo relations. Korea was under Japan's 1910-45 colonial rule."The relations between South Korea and Japan are still being affected by a bitter legacy stemming from modern histor
Sept. 20, 2015
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S. Korean PM leaves for France
South Korean Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn left for Paris on Wednesday to mark the 130th anniversary of the country's diplomatic ties with France, which falls next year.The five-day trip is Hwang's first official overseas trip since taking office in June.Hwang will meet with his French counterpart, Manuel Valls, and attend the opening ceremony of the Museum of Decorative Arts upon arrival, according to the Prime Minister's Office.Hwang's itinerary also includes a meeting with French President Fra
Sept. 16, 2015
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Japan to step up help for Vietnamese maritime security
TOKYO (AP) -- Japan has announced it will give Vietnam used boats and other equipment worth 200 million yen ($1.7 million) to improve its maritime security capabilities as China asserts its territorial claims in regional seas.Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced the grant Tuesday after holding talks with Vietnamese Communist Party chief Nguyen Phu Trong in Tokyo. The two leaders said they share serious concerns over attempts by China to change the status quo in the South China Sea by ass
Sept. 15, 2015
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Korea, EU agree to broaden cooperation
South Korean President Park Geun-hye and European Council President Donald Tusk held summit talks in Seoul on Tuesday and agreed to boost multifaceted cooperation on bilateral and global issues spanning fields of politics, security, economy and science.The two leaders praised progress made in their strategic partnership and discussed pending issues including the current situation on the Korean Peninsula. Park and Tusk also shared their views on North Korea’s nuclear ambition, condemning Pyongyan
Sept. 15, 2015
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S. Korea, China, Japan likely to open summit on Oct. 31: source
South Korea, China and Japan are expected to open their first group summit talks in three years at the end of next month, a diplomatic source said Tuesday."Given a possible timeframe for now, the trilateral summit will likely be held from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1," the source said, asking not to be named.The three countries are in the final stage of their consultations on the schedule, agenda items and other relevant issues, added the source.They plan to hold a meeting of deputy director general-level
Sept. 15, 2015
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S. Korea-U.S. alliance basis for Seoul's ties with Beijing: top envoy
South Korea's alliance with the United States is the basis for the country's relations with China, Seoul's top diplomat in Washington said Monday.Amb. Ahn Ho-young made the remark during a parliamentary audit of his embassy as lawmakers from the ruling and opposition parties voiced concern that Seoul's strengthening ties with Beijing may have negative effects on the alliance with Washington."Amid changes in international situations, the Korea-U.S. relations have steadily strengthened, and are in
Sept. 15, 2015
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[Herald Interview] Web archive offers insight into path of Korea’s development
South Korea has blazed its way into economic prosperity over the past seven decades, and the Korea Development Institute School has been sharing the country’s experience in social and economic development by providing an online database and education projects for civil servants from other countries, the school’s dean said Monday.Headlining the school’s mission is “K-Developedia,” an online database launched by the Sejong-based institute in 2012 which carries resources related to Korea’s developm
Sept. 14, 2015
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S. Korea, Japan, China to boost ties on Africa
Senior officials from South Korea, Japan and China will meet this week to discuss ways to promote trilateral cooperation in Africa affairs, Seoul's Foreign Ministry said Monday.The Trilateral Policy Dialogue on African Affairs will be held in Beijing on Tuesday, nearly four years after the last session was held in December 2011, the ministry said in a press release.The three countries' foreign ministers agreed during a trilateral meeting in March to revive the forum that was launched under an ag
Sept. 14, 2015
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S. Korea, France to open events to mark diplomatic anniv. this week
South Korea will showcase various aspects of traditional and contemporary Korean culture in France for a year starting this week, the government said Monday.The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Sports said that South Korea will begin events to mark the 130th anniversary of the country's diplomatic ties with France, which falls next year, in Paris on Friday.In 2010, the two countries agreed to designate the period from the latter part of 2015 to the end of 2016 as "Years 2015-2016 of Korea-France
Sept. 14, 2015
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Germany pioneers renewable energy to thrust economic growth
Europe’s industrial powerhouse Germany is transforming its energy supply by switching to renewable sources.Rather than slowing down the country's economy, which grew by 1.4 percent last year, Germany's green transition decreased energy demand by 5 percent and created additional 300,000 jobs. The German term “Energiewende” -- meaning energy transition -- sums up the Teutonic solutions causing tectonic shifts in the direction of sustainable development: dismantling of nuclear power, switching to r
Sept. 13, 2015