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Hybe-Ador feud should have limited effect on Hybe's overall performance: analysts
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First-ever meeting of president, opposition chief set to finally happen
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Blinken calls on China to press N. Korea to end its 'dangerous' behavior
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Experts raise concerns about Japan putting pressure on Naver over Line
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South Korea to launch space security center under spy agency
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More med professors to take day off each week while govt. urges them to stay
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Hybe refutes Ador CEO Min's denial of breach of trust
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S. Korea, Japan could consider simplified entry agreement: Seoul official
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Legoland Korea Resort to open until 9 p.m.
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[Weekender] How DDP emerged as an icon of Seoul
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[Herald Interview] Representing tradition
Jeongdong Theater, established and run by the government, has a clear mission: to introduce Korea’s traditional arts to foreign visitors. Tucked away behind Deoksugung Palace in Seoul, the small theater with 250 seats has been mounting traditional arts performances every day for the past 17 years. On Sunday, it celebrated its millionth audience member, a milestone in its devoted history since its foundation on the historic site of the country’s first Western-style theater. In an interview last w
CultureJuly 20, 2014
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Kenya’s tradition: Bead work still vital to tribes
WASHINGTON (AP) ― Susana Daniel Chemakwany sits quietly under a white tent near the U.S. Capitol, stitching tiny, multicolored beads together into a colorful array of necklaces, wristlets and earrings laid out before her on two tables and behind her pinned to a wall. Not far from where Chemakwany sits is another tent, a marketplace where some of her work is for sale. Clothes, shoes and baskets, all with beading incorporated into the design, are available. A price tag hangs from each item, but th
CultureJuly 20, 2014
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‘Baduk action’ movie to make global debut
“The Divine Move,” a South Korean film about a professional baduk player seeking revenge for the death of his brother, will debut in U.S. and Asian theaters this week, the film’s production company said Saturday.According to Showbox, the action-noir flick starring Jung Woo-sung will reach foreign audiences on Friday, and will also be shown in seven cities in Germany from July 27 to Sept. 21., after it was invited to the Fantasy Film Festival.Baduk is a popular strategy board game in Asia, and is
July 20, 2014
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[Band Uprising] Unexpectedly subdued, ‘boy next door’ music of The Electriceels
As the Korean music market begins to receive more international recognition, the local band scene is looking to rise up and represent the next generation of Korean music. This is the 21st installment of a series of interviews with Korean rock, acoustic and alternative bands. ― Ed.Contrary to initial preconceptions that may spring to mind when hearing a band name like The Electriceels, most first impressions of Hwang In-gyeong, Kim Ye-seul and Kim Min-hyuk tend to be that they are just ordinary,
July 20, 2014
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‘Homeland’ has eye on 4th year after Emmy snub
BEVERLY HILLS, California (AP) ― Seeing “Homeland” lose out on an Emmy best-drama nomination after two consecutive nods was painful, series cocreator Alex Gansa said. So was criticism directed at the spy drama’s third season, he told a meeting Friday of TV critics, including some of those detractors.“It’s hard for us to view what we’ve done objectively. ... I don’t know how you can look at the last six or seven shows we did on television last season and say it’s not among the best on television,
TelevisionJuly 20, 2014
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Lee Hong-gi has fans around Asia, proving popularity beyond Korea
(FNC Entertainment)Lee Hong-gi, one of the five members of the K-pop group FT Island, successfully completed a fan-meeting event in Singapore following events held in Hong Kong and Taiwan.Lee’s fan-meeting tour, “Lee Hong Gi’s Proposal,” was held at Resorts World Theater, allowing local fans to meet the star of the popular K-drama “Bride of the Century.”The rom-com was aired on the cable channel TV Chosun from February through April. Lee played the main character Choi Kang-joo, gaining more inte
July 20, 2014
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G-Dragon compliments Taeyang for his kissing skills
G-Dragon of Big Bang commented on his groupmate’s music video “Eyes, Nose, Lips” on “Entertainment Weekly,” aired on KBS, Saturday.“I watched (Taeyang’s) music video thoroughly. He was really good at kissing,” the singer recalled in an interview.He insisted, “It is strange how all of the other four members got to have a kiss scene. I was the only one without a kiss scene. So, I plan to have my own kiss scene in this upcoming Big Bang album. I’ll do it from the beginning to the end.”G-Dragon prov
July 20, 2014
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B1A4 enjoys being “solo”
Members of popular idol group B1A4 shared their thoughts about being “solo” during an interview with a local news outlet on Sunday. B1A4 (Mnet)What are the benefits of being a “solo”?Jinyoung: Being single is good because I can do all the things I want independently. For example, I can watch all genres of movie I like regardless of others’ preference.Shinwoo: I can have free time of my own. I can devote to myself because I will not be spending my energy on others.Sandeul: I think I can deeply fa
July 20, 2014
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EXO to promote Nanjing Youth Olympics with Samsung
(Samsung Electronics)K-pop rookie boy band EXO will promote the 2014 Nanjing Youth Olympic Games as honorary ambassadors, the event’s official sponsor Samsung Electronics Co. said on Sunday.The Korean tech giant selected EXO as honorary ambassadors for the 2014 Nanjing Youth Olympic Games in a press conference held in Shanghai, China, on Friday, expecting the boy band’s global popularity would raise the recognition for the event. On the same day, EXO kicked off the two-day concert “EXO World Tou
July 20, 2014
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Krystal amazes fans with ‘blue eyes’
Krystal of girl group f(x) attracted great attention by wearing bright blue contacts while hosting a music program on Saturday.On MBC’s “Show Music Core,” Krystal and the other members of f(x), except for Sulli, performed “Red Light” from their recently released EP.Together with her heavily bleached blond hair, Krystal’s bright eyes shone under the strong lights of the stage.Krystal’s so-called “extreme makeover” has many admirers praising her unique sense of style and the body that actually fit
July 20, 2014
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Chanyeol says he will never bungee jump again
Chanyeol of K-pop boy group EXO shared his experience of bungee jumping on early Sunday.“Please watch today’s episode of ‘Roommate’ at 4:10 p.m. After bungee jumping, I became all meditative, like someone who has nothing to live for. I don’t think there will be a second (bungee jump). The tips of my toes are still tingling,” Chanyeol wrote on his Instagram account.Together with his confession about bungee jumping, he posted a picture of himself looking dumbfounded with his ankles still strapped
July 20, 2014
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Chinese fans give ‘meal truck’ treat to Gong Hyo-jin
The Chinese fans of Korean actress Gong Hyo-jin provided a catering service for the actors and filming staff of SBS’ new drama “It’s Okay, That’s Love,” the broadcaster said on Sunday. The members of fan club “China Baidu Gong Hyo-jin Ba” sent a truck of meals to the drama’s filming site on July 17, wishing for a successful kickoff to the television series. Wearing her trademark smile, the actress thanked the fans for the generous gift and for traveling all the way to the regional area where the
July 20, 2014
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[Weekender] Koreans suffer from stressful summer vacations
The scorching heat and humidity signals that it’s time to get away from daily responsibilities and set off for white sand beaches or lush green mountains. But summer vacation in Korea is often another round of stressful days. More than half of the population takes summer vacation during late July and early August. Beaches are crowded with endless stretches of colorful parasols. Added to this are congested highways and overpriced restaurants and hotels. The summer fantasy of relaxing on a peacefu
TravelJuly 18, 2014
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[Weekender] Gangwon offers something for everyone
Located in the eastern part of the Korean Peninsula, Gangwon Province is home to some of the most beautiful mountains in the country, on top of scenic beaches and clear water.The region is the most-visited summer destination for Seoulites, beating Jejudo Island and Busan.It is blessed with Gyeongpo Beach, the largest beach on the country’s east coast; the Hantangang River, a popular site for white-water rafting; and the peaceful Kwangchi Recreation Forest, which offers fascinating scenery that i
TravelJuly 18, 2014
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[Weekender] Armchair traveling, a new way to experience getaways
Long-awaited vacations always pass by all too soon, and it seems that to make the most out of that limited time, one simply has to fully savor the pretravel excitement and post-travel reminiscing.Luckily, it has become easier nowadays to find travel-inspired places all over Seoul, where aspiring travelers may obtain travel information and fatigued urbanites may feel a sense of freedom amid their pressing daily routine.The newest of these spots is the Hyundai Card Travel Library, which opened in
TravelJuly 18, 2014
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[Weekender] Sightseeing trains make hard to reach more convenient
Hoping to see vast rocky mountain ranges, but can’t face hiking? Want to see the crisp blue coast, but avoid the summer crowds? For summer travelers looking to enjoy Korea’s picturesque countryside, KORAIL’s sightseeing trains just might be the answer. The only question is: O, V or S? Early last year, the state-run rail operator launched the O-train and V-Train, with the goal of showcasing some of Korea’s hard-to-reach inland rural areas. Spring, summer, fall or winter, the exclusive sightseeing
TravelJuly 18, 2014
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[Weekender] Urban adventure at Seoul’s campground
Groups of adults sit around plastic camping tables littered with grilled meat and soju bottles. Children run between neat rows of orange and green tents, blasting each other with water guns. But in among the guitars and the cicadas you can hear the roar of an 11-lane highway, and skyscraper peaks rise up behind the tree line. Welcome to camping, Seoul style.Opened in 2009 as part of the Hangang Renaissance project, Nanji Camping Ground is the city’s largest public camping site, situated at the e
TravelJuly 18, 2014
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‘We are a welcoming gallery’
Monet, Picasso, Chagall, Warhol, Hirst ― these are just a few of the artists, the greats who are immediately recognized by their last name alone, whose original works will hang at the Hangaram Museum at Seoul Arts Center until Sept. 17. “The Great Artists of the 20th Century: From Renoir to Damien Hirst,” an exhibition organized by the Opera Gallery Group in celebration of its 20th anniversary, is a unique opportunity to view in a single venue 104 original pieces of the 53 leading artists of the
CultureJuly 18, 2014
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[Weekender] Calendar
Dance“Sleeping Beauty on Ice”: The ice ballet rendition of Sleeping Beauty has captivated audiences for decades since its premiere in St. Petersburg, Russia. Founded in 1967, the Saint-Petersburg State Ballet on Ice will be continuing its long-held tradition by bringing its performance of “Sleeping Beauty on Ice” to Korea. The award-winning cast of ice skaters soar through the air in stunningly visual twists and turns in their ballet-inspired choreography of the classic children’s tale. The perf
PerformanceJuly 18, 2014
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‘Boyhood’ Linklater’s crowning achievement as a filmmaker
It started as “a narrative problem,” writer-director Richard Linklater says. “How do you tell a story, with actors, over a long period of time? You can’t recast it when you’re catching up with somebody, year by year. The change in appearance would be too abrupt.”He wanted to follow a child from first grade to college enrollment, “and I was stuck with the limitation of the physical appearance of whatever young actor I had.”His solution is “Boyhood,” the most acclaimed film of the year, a movie th
FilmJuly 18, 2014