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Korea’s homegrown nanosatellite successfully launches into space
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Ador CEO denies allegations, accuses Hybe of mistreating NewJeans
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[Herald Interview] 'Amid aging population, Korea to invite more young professionals from overseas'
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Nicaragua shuts down Seoul embassy
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Hybe's multilabel system tested amid conflict with Ador
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Rocket engine expert, ex-NASA exec to lead Korea's new space agency
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SNU profs to suspend treatment for one day
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Over-50s, men, single-person households take up majority of those filing for bankruptcy
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SK hynix pledges W20tr to ramp up DRAM production at home
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Medical reform committee kicks off despite boycott from doctors
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Airline fuel surcharges may decline
The government is planning to reduce fuel surcharges on international flights this year due to a drop in international crude oil prices, the Ministry of Land, Transport and Maritime Affairs said Monday. The ministry said it will reform the current fuel surcharging system, categorized only in terms of long-distance and short-distance flights. It plans to specify classifications according to flight
Jan. 3, 2011
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Hyundai Heavy gives 5 billion won to charity
Hyundai Heavy Industries donated 5 billion won ($4.4 million) to the Community Chest of Korea on Monday.“I hope that the donation can in a small way help in giving hope and courage to those who are experiencing financial difficulties,” Hyundai Heavy Industries president and chief executive Lee Jai-seong said. Lee Jai-seongMonday’s donation is the latest in a series of corporate social responsibili
Jan. 3, 2011
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Vizio to challenge Apple with cheaper smartphone, tablet
Vizio Inc., the second-largest U.S. television supplier, will introduce a low-cost smartphone and tablet computer using Google Inc.’s Android software to attract consumers who cannot afford Apple Inc.’s devices. The smartphone with a 4-inch screen and tablet with an 8- inch display will be unveiled at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, which begins Jan. 6, Chief Technology Officer Matthew
Jan. 3, 2011
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VW extends CEO’s contract until 2016
Volkswagen AG extended Chief Executive Officer Martin Winterkorn’s contract by five years, giving the executive the time to complete a merger with Porsche SE and surpass Toyota Motor Corp. as the biggest automaker. VW’s supervisory board unanimously backed the CEO’s appointment through 2016, the Wolfsburg, Germany-based company said Sunday. Winterkorn, 63, took over as CEO on Jan. 1, 2007 and his
Jan. 3, 2011
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Corporate leaders stress innovation, growth for 2011
By Choi He-suk Korea’s top companies are bracing for the New Year challenges of both consolidating their market leadership and developing new growth businesses.Innovation, quality, future growth, core capabilities and human resources are keywords in the New Year’s messages of leading companies as they put out strategies to tackle global uncertainties, a slowing overseas demand and tougher challeng
Jan. 2, 2011
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Tablets galore at major gadget fest
CES organizers say 40 to 80 tablet computers could debut at the eventSAN FRANCISCO (AFP) ― Tablet computers will lead a host of “smart” gadgets in the Nevada desert this week at a Consumer Electronics Show spotlighting slick new devices on the horizon.CES attendance in Las Vegas should top the 126,000 figure from the annual event last January and the roster of exhibitors has climbed 2,000 to 2,700
Jan. 2, 2011
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Samsung eyes 10 million smart TV sales in 2011
Samsung Electronics Co., the world's largest supplier of flat-screen TVs by shipments, said Sunday that it aims to sell 10 million units of smart TVs this year, about a two-fold increase from last year, hoping to notch a big win in the emerging TV segment. (Yonhap News)The company plans to ramp up marketing to promote its smart TV during the Consumer Electronics Show slated to open on Thursday in
Jan. 2, 2011