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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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Rapper jailed after public street fight with another rapper
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[KH Explains] No more 'Michael' at Kakao Games
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Yoon, Lee end first talks with differences, agree to meet more
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Woman gets suspended term for injuring boyfriend with knife
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China outpaces Korea in smaller OLED shipments for 1st time
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[Grace Kao] Hybe vs. Ador: Inspiration, imitation and plagiarism
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What is Hybe’s next move?
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Samsung chief bolsters ties with Germany’s Zeiss
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"A Werewolf Boy" draws 3 million viewers
Local romance movie "A Werewolf Boy" drew more than 3 million moviegoers last week, a rare feat for its genre, the Korean Film Council said Sunday.The film about a werewolf boy and his love interest who has a lung disease, starring Song Joong-ki and Park Bo-young, was watched by 537,948 audience members on Saturday alone, bringing the total to 3,067,651, according to the council.A daily number of over 500,000 is remarkably high for a movie of any genre shown in November, a slow season for movieg
FilmNov. 11, 2012
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Some microwaves may not cook food enough
People who use some lower-wattage microwaves may not be cooking food long enough, a U.S. official warns.Kathy Bernard, of the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service, said it is important to know the wattage of your microwave oven.“To find it, look on the inside of the oven door or in the owner‘s manual, or you can test how long it takes to boil a glass of water. If it takes 2 minutes or less it’s a very high-wattage oven, around 1,100 watts. Four minutes or longer it‘s
FoodNov. 11, 2012
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Chris Brown denies he is dating Rihanna
U.S. singer Chris Brown, in an interview with a Los Angeles radio station, denied rumors he and singer Rihanna have rekindled their relationship.When asked by Power 106 host Big Boy whether he and Rihanna were back together, Brown said, “No.”“And that‘s just quick, a quick answer.”Brown echoed the denial Rihanna made on Bravo’s “Watch What Happens Live,” when she told Andy Cohen she was not dating Brown, despite their collaboration on her latest album, “Unapologetic.”Rihanna did, however, call
PerformanceNov. 11, 2012
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BBC chief quits after saying TV report was wrong
The BBC's top executive resigned Saturday night after the prestigious broadcaster's marquee news magazine wrongly implicated a British politician in a child sex-abuse scandal, deepening the crisis that exploded after it decided not to air similar allegations against one of its own stars who police now say was one of the nation's worst pedophiles.In a brief statement outside BBC headquarters, George Entwistle said he decided to do the ``honorable thing'' and step down after just eight weeks in th
TelevisionNov. 11, 2012
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Psy's 'Gangnam Style' digital singles sold over 2 mln in U.S.
Rapper Psy's international smash single "Gangnam Style" has been certified by the United States record association as "double-platinum" for more than 2 million digital sales, his agency here said Saturday.Since its release in July, Psy's digital singles have been purchased more than 2 million times in the U.S., which earned him the certification by the Recording Industry Association of America, Inc., according to YG Entertainment. Psy will continue his tour in the U.S. and Europe, his agency sai
Nov. 10, 2012
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Dance“Swan Lake”: Internationally acclaimed ballet company Mariinsky Ballet will be in Korea to stage the Tchaikovsky classic “Swan Lake.” The famous ballet tells the story of Odette, a princess turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer’s curse. She tries to break the curse with her love interest prince Siegfried, but fails when the prince is tricked by the sorcerer. The Russian troupe was founded in the 18th century and is now considered one of the world’s greatest ballet companies. The show runs
CultureNov. 9, 2012
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Box office
Suspect X (Korea)Opened Oct. 18Mystery. Thriller. Directed by Bang Eun-jin. Once known to many as a genius, Suk-go (Ryu Seung-bum) now lives as an ordinary high-school math teacher. One day, Suk-go finds out that his neighbor Hwa-sun (Lee Yo-won), who recently moved in next door, killed her husband by accident. Seok-go secretly watches her and makes up a perfect alibi for her. Though the police pick Hwa-sun as the prime suspect, she successfully avoids any doubt even passing the polygraph test.
FilmNov. 9, 2012
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Eyelike
Aerosmith‘s new ’Dimension‘ same old storyAerosmith``Music from Another Dimension!’‘(Columbia Records)In the decade since Aerosmith last released an album of new material, the band survived a near-breakup after 40 years as classic rock’s preening and persevering hitmakers, while Steven Tyler became an ``American Idol‘’ judge and did Burger King commercials. Said a collective nation: ``Sure, why not.‘’ Now comes ``Music from Another Dimension!‘’ -- the first Aerosmith output since 2001‘s ``Just
PerformanceNov. 9, 2012
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Firefighters get primer in movie pyrotechnics
Five soldiers dressed in camouflage and carrying machine guns took cover behind a stack of wooden pallets.One yelled “incoming” and a few seconds later a large explosion ignited behind them, setting off a ball of flame rising 30 feet high. The soldiers fell to the ground from the force of the blast, a concoction of black powder and gasoline.The scene was one of many pyrotechnic stunts performed last week at the Burbank Fire Department Training Center for a crowd of Southern California firefighte
FilmNov. 9, 2012
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KORAIL introduces train package to Suncheon
The Korea Railroad Corporation has released a two-day train package to Suncheon in South Jeolla Province.The train package features a farming experience and tour to local tourist attractions. Tourists can also participate in making local products such as tofu and harvesting potatoes. Each trip is limited to 30 people and runs three times ― Nov. 15, 24 and 29. The ticket price for a weekend trip is 59,600 won from Gwangmyeong Station and 60,400 won from Yongsan Station. For reservations, visit ww
TravelNov. 9, 2012
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KTO releases English travel e-book app
The Korea Tourism Organization launched an application for tablet PCs, which features a compilation of English-language travel information booklets published by the travel agency. “KTO-Books” features 22 English travel booklets on transport, maps, restaurants and accommodation. It also plans to update the content and increase the number of booklets. The application enables users to navigate the booklets easily by incorporating the e-book system, such as being able to zoom in and enlarge the text
TravelNov. 9, 2012
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Mauiva West Coast tour package introduced
California Tourism Board introduces the Mauiva West Coast tour package that offers luxury travel to the West Coast of the U.S. on a private plane. Organized by tour operator Mauiva AirCruise, the comprehensive package is now open for reservations in Korea at 4 million won. It includes round-trip plane tickets, hotel accommodation, local transportation, daily meals and admission fees to various attractions. Some of the major destinations include Los Angeles, Monterrey/Carmel, San Francisco, Sausa
TravelNov. 9, 2012
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Banyan Tree Hotel and Resort wins awards
The Banyan Tree Hotel and Resort has received prestigious travel awards including “Asia’s Leading Resort Brand” at the World Travel Awards. The award recognizes the brand that has made the greatest contribution to the tourism industry. Banyan Tree Bangkok has been selected as the best city spa hotel for two consecutive years; Banyan Tree Hangzhou as the leading resort in China. The sister brand Angsana Ringha has been named as the best boutique hotel; Banyan Tree Macau won the leading resort awa
TravelNov. 9, 2012
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New hotels, new experiences in Seoul
Seoul is a new hotbed for hotel development as more and more tourists flock to the city. As a number of new hotels are expected to open next year, two foreign hotel brands started the frenzy in two popular business districts in the city. Conrad Seoul, a luxury brand of Hilton Worldwide, will open on Monday in the financial district of Yeouido. Under the slogan of “Smart Luxury,” the hotel has much to appeal to affluent travelers and those seeking a luxurious experience. “Hotels have stayed more
TravelNov. 9, 2012
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Jump in a shark cage off Hawaii? Yes, people really pay to do this
OAHU, Hawaii ― It was only when the sharks had a momentary feeding frenzy 6 feet from me that the wondrous beauty of Hawaiian nature was eclipsed by a “what the hell am I doing here?” moment.I had surfaced, and so had two big 9-footers, and all that separated us was the top couple bars of the shark cage in which I treaded water.The sharks thrashed. Saltwater splashed. I looked at the metal bars, rising just a foot or so above the surface, and the question arose: Are sharks good jumpers?I was abo
TravelNov. 9, 2012
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Special spa at Sheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel
Aequalis Spa, located in the 28th floor of the hotel, introduces a new treatment program with “Intraceuticals” starting Nov. 5. The spa is the first spa in Korea to launch Intraceuticals, an elite line of spa treatments and skin care products with innovative technology popular with Hollywood stars. Celebrating its launch, the spa presents the Intraceuticals signature treatments, which include the “Rejuvenate Program,” focusing on hydrating the skin by using collagen and lifting products to deliv
FoodNov. 9, 2012
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Winter packages at The Ritz-Carlton
The hotel offers two winter packages from Nov. 16 to Feb. 28. “The Stay Warm Package” offers one night in a Superior Deluxe Room and a gift of two limited edition winter tumblers engraved with the logo of The Ritz-Carlton, Seoul. The package also includes a complimentary admission to the fitness club and indoor swimming pool. It is priced at 265,000 won, excluding tax and service charges. “The Snow Country Package” offers one night in a Superior Deluxe Room, as well as a seven-course meal for tw
FoodNov. 9, 2012
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Italian regional cuisine at JW Marriott Hotel Seoul
Olivo, the hotel’s authentic Italian restaurant, presents a culinary tour of Italy’s regional dishes from Nov. 12 to Dec. 16. The “Italian Regional Special Promotion” will offer guests a chance to sample popular dishes from all of Olivo’s diverse Italian regional promotions held over the last two years. The promotion will feature 10 la carte dishes from seven regions of Italy and a set menu. The dishes include ricotta-filled dried beef roll, made with bresaola (naturally dried beef), and arugula
FoodNov. 9, 2012
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Dinner membership at Grand Hyatt Seoul, Park Hyatt Seoul
The Hyatt brand’s two hotels present a special membership program effective Nov. 1. The program will reward customers who experience fine dining at the hotels’ 14 finest venues. Ten percent of the registered member’s bill from dining in either of the two hotels will be given as cash credit toward purchases at the hotel’s restaurants, bars and deli, or converted into restaurant gift vouchers. In addition, a Gold Card, granted to members who accrued 500,000-1 million points, will cover a birthday
FoodNov. 9, 2012
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Bossam kimchi (wrapped kimchi)
Bossam kimchi is pickled Korean cabbage stuffed with fruit, seafood, mushrooms, vegetables and various garnishes. Bossam kimchi is made by wrapping the stuffed cabbage with cabbage leaves, and it is also called “bokimchi.” It became popular in the Gaeseong area of North Korea, where good quality cabbage was grown in the old days.Ingredients● 1 head Korean cabbage, 10 cups water, 350g coarse salt, ● 1/4 radish, 1/4 pear, 30g mustard leaves, 25g small green onion,● 30g watercress, 25g green onion
FoodNov. 9, 2012