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Contentious grain bill put directly to plenary meeting for vote
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Yoon's approval rating plunges to all-time low
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Will tug-of-war between doctors, government end soon?
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Climate impacts set to cut 2050 global GDP by nearly a fifth
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Trilateral talks acknowledge ‘serious’ slumps of won, yen
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[KH Explains] Hyundai's full hybrid edge to pay off amid slow transition to pure EVs
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North Korea removes streetlights along cross-border roads with South
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Russia's denial of entry of S. Korean national unrelated to bilateral ties: Seoul official
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S. Korea votes in favor of Palestinian bid for UN membership
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Farming households dip below 1m for first time in 2023
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Dionne Warwick knows her way to San Jose
SAN JOSE, California (AP) ― In 1968, Dionne Warwick had never been to San Jose and didn’t think much of the song. But after the iconic singer recorded “Do You Know the Way to San Jose?” and the song became a huge hit, the 73-year-old singer says with a laugh that she “cried all the way to the bank.” The catchy tune penned by the songwriting team of Burt Bacharach and Hal David would become her biggest international seller and won Warwick her first Grammy Award in 1968. This week, Warwick is head
PerformanceAug. 3, 2014
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1st Vietnamese Film Festival to open in Korea
A window to South Korea-Vietnam relations, the “2014 Vietnamese Film Festival,” will kick off in Seoul on Aug. 16.Hosted by the Vietnamese Embassy in Korea and sponsored by CJ CGV, CJ E&M and the film sector of Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the film festival seeks to broaden cultural exchange between the two countries.The festival will show five Vietnamese films ranging from sweet rom-com to chilling horror. Romantic comedy “How To Fight In Six Inch Heels” (2013), horror thr
Aug. 3, 2014
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SPICA to make foray in U.S.
Girl group SPICA will soon join the rank of K-pop singers who have broadened their domain into the U.S.The group of five ladies is to drop English song “I Did It” on Wednesday jointly with music giant, Billboard Magazine, SPICA’s management agency B2M said on Friday.The upcoming debut in the U.S. was co-produced by several producers who worked with popular pop stars like Carly Rae Jepson, Shakira, Far East Movement and Madonna.“I Did It” is a fusion of styles, including R&B, hip-hop and funk, to
Aug. 3, 2014
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Yoochun wants to spend his lifetime with JYJ members
Idol group JYJ member Yoochun revealed his affection toward his fellow members during the press conference for the group’s new album “Just Us” on Sunday.“I don’t know what fate brought us together, but I am happy that we have each other. I want to spend my lifetime with our members,” Yoochun was quoted as saying.“I also thank everyone who came here today. If it were not for our fans, we could not have this album,” he added. The new album, “Just Us,” along with its lead single “Back Seat” were re
Aug. 3, 2014
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Gong Hyo-jin’s vintage look in drama gains popularity
Actress Gong Hyo-jin’s unique fashion style in the drama “It’s Ok, That’s Love” is gaining attention from its viewers.(SBS)During the drama, Gong boasted her style with various blouses, that include not only simple yet chic ones, but also vintage-styled ones with big and unique patterns.(SBS)Gong’s trumpet jeans also received phenomenal reactions from viewers. The trumpet jeans were considered trendy around 1980 in Korea. By matching them with the blouses, Gong was able to efficiently show her v
Aug. 3, 2014
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EXO-K to appear on ‘2014 K-drama Concert’
EXO-K, a sub-unit of K-pop boy group EXO, confirmed its appearance at the “2014 Oh Joon-sung K-drama Concert.”According to the host agency One Music Entertainment, the K-pop group’s decision to take part is significant for the show as EXO-K is one group in the industry that leads trends in the market.“A wave of interest from international fans is surging since the news about EXO-K’s appearance on the concert has been out,” an official from One Music Entertainment said on Saturday. (SM Entertainm
Aug. 3, 2014
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‘Roaring Currents’ to hit American cinemas on Korea‘s Liberation Day
The period blockbuster “Roaring Currents” will meet U.S. audiences on Aug. 15, Korea’s Liberation Day, even as the film resets the Korean box office record by the day.The record-breaking film is to hit 30 cinemas across the U.S. with its localized title “The Admiral.” “The Admiral” will open with a special preview for Korean-Americans on Tuesday followed by a general audience preview on Friday, finally hitting cinemas next week.“The Admiral” depicts the historical Battle of Myeongryang won by ad
Aug. 3, 2014
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Stroke by stroke, Hangeul grows popular in design
With his untamed shoulder-length hair, dark-rimmed glasses and loose-fitting black outfit, calligrapher Kang Byung-in has the quintessential look of an artist. The name of his company, Sooltong, might suggest that he likes his drinks: Sooltong can be translated as “barrel of alcohol.”Indeed, he does like drinking, Kang admits during an interview with The Korea Herald last month at his cramped studio in the artists’ enclave of Hongdae area. As Kang explains it, Sooltong is a double entendre in Ko
Arts & DesignAug. 1, 2014
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[Weekender] Calendar
Pop musicIncheon Pentaport Rock Festival: The annual Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival, a three-day rock music fest, is one of the nation’s most popular summer music events. This year’s edition will include performances by popular English psychedelic-rock band Kasabian, Travis, Boys Like Girls and more to be announced soon. The festival will also include performances by a wide range of local bands including Dear Cloud, PIA and Romantic Punch. In its eight-year history, Pentaport has hosted interna
CultureAug. 1, 2014
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‘Code Black’ captures ER at best, health system at most bureaucratic
“Code Black” opens in chaos, settles into systemic calm and ends with young doctors struggling against “the failure of the system” to get back some of that chaos.But this isn’t this year’s new variation on TV’s “young doctors, under stress and in love.” It’s a documentary film filled with adrenalin junkies, idealistic Type-A personalities and over-achievers. They’re residents at L.A. County Hospital’s “legendary” emergency room, capturing the urgency and immediacy of this last line of defense ag
FilmAug. 1, 2014
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[Weekender] Box Office
The Pirates (Korea)Opening August 6Adventure, Action. Directed by Lee Seok-hoon“The Pirates” takes place on a pirate ship, and tells the story of a royal seal that went missing early in the Joseon era (1392-1910). Based on the true story of a missing seal, the movie fuses history and imagination in recounting the search for the artifact. The searches are conducted by a group of bandits headed by Jang Sa-jung (Kim Nam-gil), a group of pirates headed by Yeo-wol (Son Ye-jin), and government officia
FilmAug. 1, 2014
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Eyelike: Block B may lose identity with new concept
Block B may lose identity with new conceptBlock B“Her”(CJ E&M)The seven members of Block B have returned with the love-themed EP “Her,” which moves away from their typical quirky and upbeat style and instead features cutesy tunes best described as “less macho.”Though the boy band understandably steers in this new direction in a bid to show off its wider musicality and boyish charm, it seems that the new EP potentially tarnishes the group’s established style and core identity ― being silly, energ
PerformanceAug. 1, 2014
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Lake of Woods wilderness wows for less
With the exorbitant prices often associated with a north woods adventure outside of the continental United States, those interested in exploring a truly remote wilderness might feel it’s out of their financial reach. Private bush plane charters, expedition level supply stocking and monthlong excursions just aren’t in most travel budgets.An affordable and awe-inspiring alternative exists in Lake of the Woods, a massive body of water bordering the state of Minnesota as well as the Canadian provinc
TravelAug. 1, 2014
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Italy opens theme park hailing film industry
ROME (AP) ― A new amusement park outside Rome celebrates the world of cinema, taking visitors back to the golden age of Italian film production when the Rome-based Cinecitta Studios ― still in operation ― were known as the “Hollywood on the Tiber.” “Here, the idea is that people will also enter not only sets, but the confusion of a place where we are shooting a movie. Everything will be illusion,” said Emmanuel Gout, president of Cinecitta Parks. “The visitor will become a protagonist for a day,
TravelAug. 1, 2014
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Dwaejigogi doenjang gui (doenjang marinated pork)
Dwaejigogi doenjang gui (doenjang marinated pork) (Korean Bapsang)This doenjang (Korean fermented soybean paste) marinated pork is another great option for your Korean BBQ this summer. No doubt, pork marinated in a spicy gochujang sauce ― dwaeji bulgogi (aka jeyuk bokkeum) ― is more popular these days. But this preparation, which is also known as maekjeok, dates back to early Korean history, long before chili peppers were introduced to Korea. Maekjeok evolved over time, and it’s believed to be t
FoodAug. 1, 2014
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Princess Cruises partners with chocolatier
Princess Cruises announced a new partnership with acclaimed chocolatier Norman Love. Princess Cruises, one of the world’s largest cruise liners, is introducing a new onboard chocolate experience that offers custom-crafted desserts, chocolate and wine pairings and a diverse array of chocolate bites. Norman Love was named one of the “top 10 chocolatiers in North America.” His chocolates will be available from this fall on the new Regal Princess for her inaugural Caribbean season, and will become a
TravelAug. 1, 2014
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Hyatt Regency Incheon to be rebranded
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts announced that the Hyatt Regency Incheon will be rebranded Grand Hyatt Incheon with the opening of its new West Tower in September. The rebranded hotel will be the 41st Grand Hyatt brand and the second Grand Hyatt hotel in the country after Grand Hyatt Seoul. Grand Hyatt is among the six different Hyatt brands that are located in gateway cities and resort locations. It caters to business and leisure travelers with upscale accommodation, state-of-the-art meeting facilitie
TravelAug. 1, 2014
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Coreanos Kitchen heads to Itaewon
The folks at Coreanos Kitchen, a Mexican fusion restaurant in Seoul’s Apgujeong-dong, are headed to Itaewon. After setting down roots on Rodeo Drive last September, the spot quickly attracted a loyal patron base and a steady influx of customers, including quite a few celebrities, whose visits have been well-documented on the establishment’s Facebook page. Now, nearly 11 months later, co-owners James Kwon and Gene Cho are ready to launch their second eatery, near Gyeongnidan-gil, a short hike awa
FoodAug. 1, 2014
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[Weekender] Around the hotel
Seasonal summer menu at Renaissance Seoul Hotel Renaissance Seoul Hotel’s Japanese restaurant Irodori is offering a summer seasonal food promotion until Aug. 31. Featured on the menu are the River Eel special and Spicy Croaker set, both priced at 120,000 won. The River Eel special includes broiled river eel with steamed rice, clear soup, river eel sushi and tomato soba noodles. The Spicy Croaker set, Irodori’s signature item, includes broiled eel, spicy croaker soup and steamed rice. The appetiz
FoodAug. 1, 2014
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‘Roaring Currents’ sets box office record
The period blockbuster “Roaring Currents” drew a record number of viewers in just two days, surpassing the number of viewers who saw “Avatar” in the first week of its release. According to the Korean Film Council, the movie drew more than 1.4 million viewers in the first two days of its debut, the fastest record so far this year. The movie attracted 700,866 viewers on Thursday, making it the most-watched film on a single weekday in Korean cinema history. It also had a record opening with 680,000
FilmAug. 1, 2014