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Korea enters full election mode
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Immigrant woman stabbed to death by Korean husband
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Seoul bus drivers go on general strike, cause morning rush hour delays
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Lee Jong-sup resigns as envoy to Australia
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Yellow dust engulfs S. Korea, advisory alert issued
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Official campaigning kicks off for April 10 elections
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S. Korea to boost support for single-parent families
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Court upholds jail term for man who attempted to murder ex-girlfriend
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Kia EV9 wins world car of year
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Korea misses out on global bond index boost
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CG effects do battle in 3-D ‘Dinosaurs’
Dinosaurs rule the earth in this big-budget 3-D feature update of the late ’90s TV show.A supersized riff on the acclaimed BBC series of the same name, “Walking with Dinosaurs” takes rewarding advantage of a much bigger budget and state-of-the-art technology to bring its impressive collection of Cretaceous creatures to vivid life.But while the walking part’s pretty impressive, the talking part ― not so much.Apparently convinced that the film’s young target audience wouldn’t be sufficiently engag
FilmDec. 27, 2013
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Under the Southern Cross: Following the magic of the Marquesas
HIVA OA, Marquesas Islands ― “If it’s Tuesday, it must be Ua Pou,” said Keith, stretched out on the adjacent mattress. One of a half-dozen passengers still asleep on the upper deck of the Aranui 3, he pushed up on his elbows to watch the dawn skitter over the waves.“It rained last night, just enough to cool us off,” he said, yawning. “Did you get wet?”I didn’t remember. But I was a lot cooler than I’d been the day before.That night had been pretty warm. Stuffy in the lounge. Stifling even, if yo
TravelDec. 27, 2013
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Top 5 spots to get a taste of America while abroad
Even the most seasoned traveler longs for a taste of home. For those Americans who get homesick while traveling abroad, the members and editors of VirtualTourist.com (www.virtualtourist.com) put together a list of their Top 5 Spots to Get a Taste of America While Abroad.1. The Rug Cafe ― BeijingBeijing is known for its tradition and history, but not necessarily its modern cuisine. On a recent trip, one VirtualTourist member was pleased to find The Rug Cafe, a restaurant in the Chaoyang District
TravelDec. 27, 2013
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Vegas casinos draw tourists with holiday exhibits
LAS VEGAS (AP) ― Las Vegas has mostly shelved its attempt to rebrand itself as a family-friendly wonderland. But there’s one exception: the dreaded holiday season, when visitor numbers crater and room vacancies soar.In an attempt to lure tourists, Las Vegas casinos are staging increasingly elaborate holiday events.The Bellagio has again transformed its conservatory into a faux winter wonderland featuring a 12.8-meter-tall Christmas tree, a life-sized candy house, a walk-through snow globe and to
TravelDec. 27, 2013
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KTO suggests best sunrise spots in Korea
The Korea Tourism Organization has released a list of the best sunrise spots in each province in Korea. In Seoul, Seonyudo Park offers the great view of the sun rising amid the high-rise buildings. The park located in Yeongdeungpo is a small island on the Hangang River, well-connected to the city’s major public transportation. Surrounding the island are migratory birds staying there for the winter. In Daegu, Apsan Mountain is well-known as a sunrise spot. The mountain located in southern Daegu i
TravelDec. 27, 2013
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Hyatt Regency Incheon wins Best Airport Hotel
Hyatt Regency Incheon has won the Best Airport Hotel award by the U.S. travel magazine Global Traveler for two consecutive years. The hotel has won the award in the Global Traveler Tested Awards that recognize leading travel services such as airports, hotels and airlines based on more than 22,000 votes made by business and luxury travelers. “It is a great honor to be awarded for two years in a row by this renowned world travel magazine,” said Paul Wright, general manager of Hyatt Regency Incheon
TravelDec. 27, 2013
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Around the hotels
Authentic ‘osechi’ cuisine at The Ritz-Carlton, SeoulHanazono, the Japanese restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Seoul, will be serving traditional osechi New Year cuisine as part of its special lunch and dinner menu from Jan. 1 to 7. The set meals will include miniature, single-serving osechi, in which each dish has a special meaning of its own, as well as sashimi, jorim (a boiled-down soy sauce dish), stew, glutinous rice and dessert. The osechi consist of prawns cooked in a special sauce, b
FoodDec. 27, 2013
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Korean noodle shop helps Memphis break character
MEMPHIS, Tennessee (AP) ― This Mississippi River city is proud of its barbecue, its fried chicken, its soul food. But the food scene here is often stereotyped because of it. Those foods are what tourists typically obsess over, standing in line at Central BBQ for smoky ribs or Gus’s Fried Chicken for juicy drumsticks. When told that there’s a place in Memphis that makes standout Korean food like soups and noodle dishes with meat and seafood, some may scoff. But Crazy Noodle is real, and it might
FoodDec. 27, 2013
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Ideas for gifts homemade in the kitchen
Gifts are a lot like greeting cards. Store-bought is nice, but nothing compares with homemade and the sentiment it conveys. Not only can you tailor a handmade gift to each recipient, but you can also choose ideas that will fit your budget, whether large or small. And when it comes to food, there is nothing like the taste of something lovingly made from scratch.Here are 19 food-related homemade ideas perfect for giving. From intricate projects to simple nibbles you can fix in an afternoon, there
CultureDec. 27, 2013
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Saeu mandu (shrimp dumplings)
Saeu mandu, as the name suggests, is a variation of Korean dumplings made with shrimp as the main ingredient. This recipe is simply made with shrimp and some vegetables, but you can mix in some ground pork or beef for another layer of flavor and texture. I’m also showing you how to make homemade dumpling wrappers. It’s really not that hard to make wrappers at home. All you need is good old all-purpose flour, salt and water. Homemade wrappers are more resilient and durable to work with, and taste
FoodDec. 27, 2013
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Choo’s charity foundation to hold first domestic event
South Korean big leaguer Choo Shin-soo will hold his foundation’s first charity event at home early in the new year, the player’s management company here said on Friday.An official with IB Sports said the newest member of the Texas Rangers and his Choo Foundation will join Child Fund Korea on Jan. 6 in a charity event for underprivileged children and children from multicultural families. The official added that up to four sick children who previously couldn’t afford medical services will receive
PeopleDec. 27, 2013
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[Photo News] 12 millionth foreign visitor arrives in Jeju
PeopleDec. 27, 2013
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Hyundai Motor installs ‘wish balls’
Hyundai Motor Co. kicked off its 2014 “wish ball” event in Seoul on Friday. Sixty large balloons have been installed along the U-street near Gangnam station. Pedestrians may leave New Year messages on the balls from Friday until Dec. 31. On Dec. 31, Kim Tae-woo, Lee Seung-hwan and 2AM will perform on M-Stage near the subway station. National soccer team manager Hong Myung-bo, rhythmic gymnast Son Yeon-jae and other celebrities will send video messages.Pianist Kim Nam-geol, 17, will play a solo r
PeopleDec. 27, 2013
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EXO album sells 1m copies, 1st in 12 years
The monster newbies of EXO are continuing to pile on to the group’s endless list of accomplishments as one of the nation’s most popular boy bands and have become the first in 12 years to enter into the elite “1 million club,” selling more than a million copies of “XOXO (Kiss & Hug),” its debut album.According to a statement released by SM Entertainment, as of Friday EXO had sold approximately 471,570 copies of “XOXO (Kiss & Hug),” which was released in June, and around 536,007 copies of the grou
PerformanceDec. 27, 2013
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Pony Chung Foundation gives 30 students scholarships
The Pony Chung Foundation awarded scholarships to 30 students in a ceremony in Seoul on Friday. The students will receive a year of tuition fees and benefits including overseas study trips and connections with mentors.The foundation also awarded research grants to two scholars, each of whom will receive 40 million won in research expenses and 10 million won in publication subsidies for a year. Those who have acquired doctoral degrees within the past five years are eligible for research support f
PeopleDec. 27, 2013
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TVXQ celebrates 10th anniversary
Thursday marked 10 years since the then five-member group TVXQ made its official entrance into the K-pop scene, performing the single “Hug” on a TV showcase for BoA and Britney Spears. The two remaining members of TVXQ reminisced about their most memorable moments during a press conference held at the Kintex in Ilsan, Gyeonggi Province, Thursday, hours before taking the stage for an anniversary concert. “In the 10 years that we have been holding concerts in Korea and Japan, we have been told tha
PerformanceDec. 27, 2013
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Korea’s tourism growth may slow next year
Korea has seen double-digit growth in tourism over the last couple of years, with record annual growth of 11.3 percent last year, and is on track to welcome over 12 million visitors this year. But the strong Korean currency and changes in the political dynamics in Northeast Asia may put a stop to the fast growth next year, experts suggest. Korea earned 1.4 billion won ($1.3 million) from tourism in the January to October period, a 25 percent increase form the same period last year.According to t
TravelDec. 26, 2013
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[Best Brand] Oakwood Premier Coex Center upgrades serviced residence
Oakwood Premier Coex CenterServiced Residence/World Wide/Oakwood Premier COEX CenterThe Oakwood Premier Coex Center Seoul aims to upgrade its sophistication and luxury with the extensive renovation of its apartments. The serviced residence has undertaken a renovation project 11 years after opening. With the first phase just completed, giving a fresh look to the rooms, the second phase is expected to finish by April 2014 and will transform the overall ambience of the residence from classic to chi
TravelDec. 26, 2013
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[Best Brand] Imperial Palace strives for supreme services for working professionals
The lobby of Imperial Palace SeoulOn top of being a landmark in the city, Imperial Palace Seoul aims to offer the best environment and services for working professionals from home and abroad. The hotel celebrates its 24th anniversary this year.Located in the central business and cultural district of Gangnam in southern Seoul, the property, known as one of the best business hotels in Korea, contains 430 guest rooms and suites including the Royal Suite as well as two-storied duplex suites. Each gu
TravelDec. 26, 2013
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Walter Mosley makes an e-book, ‘Odyssey’
Back in April, as we were wandering the L.A. neighborhood in which he was raised, Walter Mosley mentioned “Parishioner,” a novel that he had published as an e-book original. If you don’t know it, that’s not surprising; it was a small book, sneaked out (if such a thing is possible) in the months leading up to the release of the Easy Rawlins-resurrecting “Little Green.”When I asked why he’d chosen to do it as an e-book, he gave a little shrug. “Oh, you know,” he said. “I write so much, I write so
BooksDec. 26, 2013