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Tensions heighten ahead of first president-opposition chief meeting
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Seoul to provide housing subsidy to married couples with newborns
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[KH Explains] No more 'Michael' at Kakao Games
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Rapper jailed after public street fight with another rapper
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Woman gets suspended term for injuring boyfriend with knife
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Samsung chief bolsters ties with Germany’s Zeiss
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NewJeans pops out ‘Bubble Gum’ video amid troubles at agency
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[Grace Kao] Hybe vs. Ador: Inspiration, imitation and plagiarism
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Med schools expect 1,500+ new admission slots next year
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Nominee for chief of anti-corruption body pledges 'independence, effectiveness'
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Rising hallyu star Park Si-hoo to take on ‘loser’ role
After a string of successes including hit dramas “Iljimae” and “The Princess’ Man,” actor Park Si-hoo is now trying out a new role as a wealthy, successful but petty-minded businessman in the upcoming SBS drama, “Cheongdam-dong Alice.”The romantic comedy is about a struggling young designer facing devastation and challenges after meeting a wealthy, arrogant businessman in Cheongdam-dong, one of the most affluent districts in Seoul. Alongside Park, acclaimed actresses Moon Geun-young and So E-hyu
TelevisionNov. 28, 2012
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Former KCC member Shin to head EBS
The Korea Communications Commission on Wednesday appointed Shin Yong-sub, former KCC standing committee member, as president of the Educational Broadcasting System. “We had a policy of choosing someone professional in the public broadcasting service and who has the ability and vision to provide lifelong education to the public. Shin was the perfect fit,” the commission said. Shin, scheduled to be inaugurated on Friday, will serve for three years. He graduated from Yonsei University and started h
PeopleNov. 28, 2012
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Hugo Chavez heading to Cuba for more treatment
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) ― Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez announced plans to travel to Cuba as early as Tuesday for more medical treatment after spending much of the past 18 months fighting cancer. In a written request to the legislature, Chavez said doctors have recommended he “begin special treatment consisting of various sessions of hyperbaric oxygenation” and physical therapy to continue “consolidating the process of strengthening health.”The request did not provide more details about the t
PeopleNov. 28, 2012
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Acid attack victim forced to remarry attacker
A horrid story of a Bangladesh woman who was forced to remarry her former husband after he threw acid on her face has been reported by the Huffington Post.Nurbanu, a 36-year-old housewife whose full name was not revealed, was attacked by her ex-husband eight days after she divorced him for having an affair. The man doused Nurbanu with acid, making her permanently blind and so severely injured that she is no longer even able to prepare a meal for herself.While the attacker was serving time for hi
PeopleNov. 28, 2012
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Korea's 16th-century guns unearthed in southern waters
A rare find of guns from the 16th century has been discovered in South Korea’s southern waters, along with stone bullets and celadon pieces from the Goryeo period, officials said Wednesday.The National Research Institute of Maritime Cultural Heritage conducted an underwater survey off Jin Island and found three guns believed to have been used by Korea‘s naval forces led by Admiral Yi Sun-shin during the Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592, the research institute said.The discovery is all the more
CultureNov. 28, 2012
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Woman locked up in Alec Baldwin NY stalking case
Police surprised a Canadian actress accused of stalking Alec Baldwin by locking her up again Tuesday at the close of an otherwise-routine court appearance.Authorities wouldn‘t discuss why Genevieve Sabourin was re-arrested in Manhattan. But a judge had ordered her to stay away from the ``30 Rock’‘ star, and there were recent media reports that she had posted angry tweets about his new wife.``Why am I being arrested?’‘ she asked as she was led away in handcuffs.Defense attorney Rick Pasacreta con
FilmNov. 28, 2012
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Psy delays trip to Thailand due to fatigue
Korean pop sensation Psy canceled his scheduled departure to Thailand on Tuesday due to accumulated fatigue, his domestic management company said.The 34-year-old rapper was supposed to leave for Thailand on Tuesday afternoon but decided not to board a plane bound for the country due to "bad conditions," an official from the management company said."He has to leave anyway to attend press conferences and performances scheduled for Wednesday in Bangkok but we cannot say what exact time he will leav
Nov. 27, 2012
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French group to hold beaujolais party
Alliance Francaise will be hosting a beaujolais nouveau party on Friday from 7 p.m. at the Goeun Museum of Photography in Busan. As well as wine, there will be cheese and other food and a performance by classical music quartet Cleda. Their numbers will include Alfred Eric Leslie Stie’s “Je te Veux” and Maurice Joseph Ravel’s first String Quartet in F Major.Tickets are 22,500 won for alliance members and 25,000 won for nonmembers. Reservations can be made in advance by calling (051) 465-0306.For
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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BIWA to run charity bazaar
Busan International Women’s Association will run its annual Christmas Bazaar in aid of local charities Saturday. Handmade Christmas crafts and baked goods will be on sale at the fair. There will also be a raffle, the chance to have your picture taken with Santa and other events.The bazaar will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the conference center of the Haeundae Grand Hotel’s Leisure Building. Entrance is 2,000 won, but free for children under 12.The proceeds will go to help orphanages, disabled p
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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English seminar on tax-saving for businesses
Yeouido Global Business Center will run a seminar in English on Friday on tax-saving strategies for businesses.The seminar will be led by Kim Sung-whee of the international division of Hanul Accounting Firm, and will offer advice on VAT, filing expenses, how to convert from proprietorship to a corporation and its advantages and disadvantages.The talk runs from 4-6 p.m. at the Regus Business Center on the 10th floor of the Kyobo Securities Building in Yeouido.Registration can be made until Thursd
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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Ulsan charity night to help Filipino typhoon victims
Manilla Town in Ulsan will run a special event to help victims of this year’s Typhoon in the Philippines on Saturday.Rock & Rhythm to the Rescue will be held at the ZUZU Noretown in Sangnam-dong from 8 p.m.The entertainment includes live music from bands including ‘Stache Potatoes, the Ulsan Pinoy Band and Pachucco Trio, as well as singles and couples dance competitions.“I visited my country again last summer in August, and I myself experienced seeing roofs blown away by the strong winds, floods
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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Rubber Soul bounces back for fifth year
Annual AIDS-awareness event Rubber Seoul will take over five Hongdae clubs again on Saturday, raising money for HIV-AIDS charity Little Travellers.The event has been run annually since 2008 to coincide with World AIDS Day, which falls on Dec. 1. “I’m so excited,” said organizer Jenny Maxwell. “It’s not fallen on World AIDS Day while I’ve been here, it’s always been the weekend after.”From 9 p.m., more than 20 Korean and expat bands will be performing at Club TA, Club FF, Gogos2, Freebird and DGB
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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‘Doll’s House’ looks at trouble of keeping up appearances
Probationary Theater Company delves into a tale of strife for its first-ever period play.White Box Theater will provide the stage for their performance of Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House” for two weekends starting Friday. Written in 1879, the play looks at the relationship between Nora Helmer and her husband Torvald in Norway at the time.The play broke new ground in realism and exploration of marriage and relationships within the family. Many have interpreted “A Doll’s House” as a feminist play,
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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Walking down the streets and alleyways of post-war Korea
Following is part of a series exploring unique museums, collections and the passionate collectors behind them. ― Ed.The mid-20th century was a turbulent era for Korean culture and history.The suffering of Japan’s 35-year colonial rule was followed by the chaos of the Korean War, which resulted in the death of 5 million soldiers and civilians. After the three-year war ended in 1953, the nation was ravaged by widespread poverty and famine.For those who have ever wondered what it was like walking
CultureNov. 27, 2012
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Artist of Spring sculpture in Cheonggye stream holds retrospective in Seoul
Portraying everyday objects with humor has been the foundation of Claes Oldenburg and the late Coosje van Bruggen’s sculptures. By twisting and simplifying shapes and adding humor to it, the sculptors produced iconic works in major cities in the world including “Spoonbridge and Cherry” in Minneapolis, “Saw, Sawing” in Tokyo, “Cupid’s Span” in San Francisco, and the highly sensational and controversial “Spring” in Seoul. The retrospective exhibition at PKM Trinity Gallery in Seoul presents a comp
PerformanceNov. 27, 2012
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Lang Lang to go ‘grand but warm’
There’s no doubt that Lang Lang is the man of the hour in classical music. The Chinese pianist has sold out tickets for concerts around the world; performed at the 2008 Beijing Olympics opening ceremony and in front of international dignitaries; and has been under constant media limelight, rare for a classical musician. And now, the celebrated pianist is ready to woo his Korean fans with his Beethoven concertos on Wednesday. He will perform Beethoven’s Egmont Overture Op. 82, piano concerto No.
CultureNov. 27, 2012
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Food Network Kitchen eatery opens at U.S. airport
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) ― The Food Network is getting into the restaurant business in a location not always associated with good food: An airport.The channel has opened its first Food Network Kitchen at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport in South Florida in the JetBlue terminal.“The dynamic of food and travel has changed,” said Sergei Kuharsky, general manager of Food Network’s new business enterprises. “You used to never go in and think about eating at an airport.”Now, with
CultureNov. 27, 2012
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Hugh Jackman returns as Jean Valjean
Local musical fans were delighted last month by the arrival of the first licensed Korean production of the legendary musical “Les Miserables.”Korea’s moviegoers will be seeing the show on the silver screen next month, produced by the theater performance’s original producer Cameron Mackintosh and starring popular actor Hugh Jackman.Prior to the movie’s opening in December, Jackman, who has a huge fan base in Korea, visited Seoul, along with Mackintosh.“I’m very excited to be in Korea, Korea jjang
FilmNov. 27, 2012
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Post-Sandy auction offers dates with celebrities
NEW YORK (AFP) ― Now you can help ease the misery for victims of superstorm Sandy and live it up with tennis great Roger Federer, fashionista Victoria Beckham, or New York’s billionaire mayor Michael Bloomberg.An auction running to Dec. 5 on charitybuzz.com dangles opportunities to taste New York’s glitzy side in exchange for helping out the tens of thousands of people whose homes and belongings were ruined in the huge storm a month ago.Pay a minimum of $5,250, at the latest bid Monday, and you
PeopleNov. 27, 2012
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Creating Christmas magic for 17 years
The Christmas train display at the Millennium Seoul Hilton Hotel is one of the most famous Christmas decorations in the capital, cherished by hotel guests and citizens for 17 years. The display surrounds the 10-meter Christmas tree in the center of the hotel lobby and instantly put hotel guests and visitors in the Christmas spirit. Some people even join bus tours to see the landmark display. Behind the annual Christmas setting of handcrafted model buildings, trains and scenes are Gerry McElligot
PeopleNov. 27, 2012