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'Super Rich in Korea' will leave viewers appreciating Korea more: producers
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Probe of first lady on Dior bag allegations set to begin
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Top prosecutor pledges 'speedy, strict' probe into first lady's luxury bag allegations
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Korean battery makers heave sigh of relief over 2-year IRA reprieve
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Indonesia’s KF-21 fighter jet deal cut back -- what’s next?
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Over 80,000 millionaires, 20 billionaires in Seoul: report
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[KH Explains] Can tech firms' AI alliances take on Nvidia?
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Police seek arrest warrant for med student who killed girlfriend
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Local filmmakers criticize ‘The Roundup: Punishment’ monopoly of screens
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Will China's self-sufficient dream in HBM come true?
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Lady Gaga stays holed up in hotel room
Lady Gaga who kicks off her world tour at Olympic Stadium in Seoul this Friday is holed up in her hotel room, not showing up anywhere around the city, contrary to her active personality. Two Korean bodyguards were seen talking this morning by The Korea Herald about how Lady Gaga is unable to get up in the morning.In the lobby of a hotel in Gangnam, they talked about how Lady Gaga is suffering from a jet lag, getting up at 1 a.m. and going back to sleep during the breakfast hours. She looked hung
PeopleApril 24, 2012
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Sotheby's to sell 400-year-old diamond
The 400-year-old ``Beau Sancy,'' one of the world's oldest and most storied diamonds in private hands, is up for sale at Sotheby's auction house. Weighing in at 34.98 carats, the sparkling gem with a rare pear cut is expected to fetch up to $4 million. The Beau Sancy, a 34.98 carat diamond that will be put on sale by Sotheby`s auction house in Geneva next month, is presented in Paris, Monday. (AP-
Arts & DesignApril 24, 2012
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Jessica Alba surprises Seoul clubbers
American Actress Jessica Alba surprised clubbers and bar-hoppers by showing up in Seoul last Saturday. The actress and her husband Cash Warren flew from Japan to Korea last Saturday evening, and reserved a table around 11:30 p.m. at Club Octagon in Nonhyeon-dong.Staying at the V.I.P. area for about an hour, Alba, Warren and two Korean friends enjoyed their night out together. The couple took pictures with excited fans and friends for the last 5 minutes and left with their bodyguard. “Alba mostly
PeopleApril 23, 2012
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‘Islam is calling for peace’
Head of Islamic Cultural Center in Qatar says coreof Islamic culture is to respect other culturesIslamic culture is not calling for violence, said Abdulla Al-Mulla, Director of the Qatar Islamic Cultural Center. “We respect other cultures. But like any other cultures, some groups will do something that would be negative for this culture. But we should not generalize the act that all Muslims are like that. If there is a group which did something not acceptable, even from Islam, we should not say
PeopleApril 23, 2012
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Egyptian scrolls found in Aussie museum
SYDNEY (AFP) ― A British historian said Saturday he had unearthed a trove of Egyptian Book of the Dead fragments by a top ancient official after chancing upon a scrap on show in an Australian museum.John Taylor, a world-famous Egyptologist from the British Museum, said his discovery began with a shred of papyrus on display at Queensland Museum’s new mummies exhibition bearing the distinctive hieroglyphs of Amenhotep.The 15th century B.C. figure, son of Hapu, was Egypt’s chief architect and is am
CultureApril 23, 2012
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‘Great Gatsby’ mansion in New York sells
The Kings Point estate said to have been the inspiration for the West Egg mansion in F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” has sold, according to a press release by the real estate firm that listed the property.The price has not yet been made public. Neither has the name of the buyer.John Handler last owned the home, known as the Brickman estate. Handler was found dead there in 2008; he was 57. His wife, Jennifer Eley-Handler, who was principal pianist for the Long Island Philharmonic, died t
Arts & DesignApril 23, 2012
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New K-Arts Academy to feature traditional arts as hallyu
Lectures start to provide better understanding of Korean classics to content creatorsK-Arts Academy, supported by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, opened Monday as a part of the government’s effort to educate content creators on Korean traditional arts.The opening ceremony for the academy was held at Culture Station Seoul 284 with Culture Minister Choe Kwang-shik, directors from state-run art institutes and 150 producers and writers for films, TV programs, musicals and digital conten
April 23, 2012
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Annual movie bash in culture-rich Jeonju
The 13th Jeonju International Film Fest features 184 films from 42 countriesFamous for its delish bibimbap and beautiful hanok village, Jeonju is making its name as one of the most popular tourist spots in southern Korea.The capital of North Jeolla Province hopes to attract movie buffs from around the world this week ― on top of its regular visitors ― by throwing its famous annual movie bash.A total of 184 films from 42 countries will be featured during the upcoming 13th Jeonju International Fil
FilmApril 23, 2012
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One day, many cameras: film shot worldwide debuts
UNITED NATIONS (AFP) - “One Day on Earth” -- touted as the first film with footage from every country taken on the same day -- was to be screened for the first time Sunday around the world, including at the UN.Organizers say the documentary, to be shown at the United Nations General Assembly and in more than 160 countries, addresses issues such as cultural diversity, environmental waste, extreme poverty and the status of women.The 105-minute film includes content from both novice and professiona
FilmApril 23, 2012
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K-pop Cover Dance Festival kicks off preliminaries
Korea Year Committee announced the opening of the 2012 K-pop Cover Dance Festival. “Cover Dance” refers to emulating the choreography of popular K-pop groups. Those interested can participate by submitting their cover dance videos online at www.coverdance.org. The number of hits, votes for recommendation and experts’ evaluations will be used to decide on the qualifiers of the preliminary rounds. The website will receive applications from Wednesday through July. The deadline varies according to r
April 23, 2012
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Lady Gaga new tour costumes unveiled
Four of the outfits Lady Gaga will wear for her upcoming concert in South Korea were unveiled Monday, including a leotard fashioned from guitars and a giant piano keyboard headpiece.The U.S. star will also show off the Giorgio Armani designed costumes in four other venues during her “Born This Way Ball” global tour kicking off in Seoul, said Shinsegae International, Armani’s South Korean business partner.The pop diva arrived in South Korea Friday, a week before her Seoul performance which kicks
PerformanceApril 23, 2012
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California ‘rudest waiter’ eatery may stay open
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) ― A San Francisco Chinese restaurant once known for having “the world’s rudest waiter’’ may not be closing for good after all.The owners of Sam Wo restaurant are scheduled to plead their case to the city’s Public Health Department at a hearing on Tuesday.Owner David Ho’s daughter, Julie, told the San Francisco Chronicle that the restaurant will be closed over the weekend, but nothing is definite beyond that.“This restaurant is my life,’’ she told the newspaper.Health officials
FoodApril 23, 2012
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Slovenia and Austria at odds over sausage
KRANJ, Slovenia (AP) ― It’s a diplomatic rift that has both countries hungry for a fight. The subject of the spat? A humble pork sausage.Slovenia calls the spicy delicacy “Kranjska klobasa’’ and Austria “Krainerwurst’’ ― variants of the same name that belongs to the border region the sausage comes from. Both countries have enjoyed the snack for centuries and consider it part of their cultural heritage.Now, Slovenia has applied to the European Union for exclusive use of the name, and the Austrian
FoodApril 23, 2012
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Capone rum-smuggling ship offers canal tours
PANAMA CITY (AFP) ― Some 270 ships pass each week through the Panama Canal, but one now gives tourists the chance to experience the storied waterway on the “Islamorada,” Al Capone’s legendary rum-runner.The wooden ship, famous for smuggling liquor for the US mobster during the prohibition era, turned 100 this year and has been refurbished for guided tours of the canal’s locks and shoreline wildlife.For $165 for a full 80 kilometer trip or $115 for a shorter version, visitors get to go through th
TravelApril 23, 2012
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Dressing up the buttonhole
For years, men’s options in accessorizing a suit have been limited to the cuff-link and tie bar department, with an occasional pocket square thrown in. But as of late, guys from Hollywood’s red carpet to the halls of “The Hunger Games’” Capitol have been accessorizing their jacket lapels with some cooler-than-usual lapel pins. For buttonhole hardware that’s less about political or charitable affiliation and more about personal style, options worth exploring include: Orvis’ selection of German ha
Arts & DesignApril 23, 2012
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Canadian brothers, veterans of Korean War reunited in death
Two deceased Canadian brothers who fought in the Korean War will be reunited in their final resting place here after more than 60 years.On Sunday, the ashes of Canadian veteran of the Korean War Archibald Hearsey were brought to Korea to be put to rest along side his older brother Joseph Hearsey at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Busan. The burial ceremony will take place Wednesday.Archibald Hearsey’s ashes were brought to Korea as part of the Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs’ p
PeopleApril 23, 2012
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Art fairs to inspire your spring makeover
More than 370 artists and designers offer latest works at large-scale fairs in SeoulTwo art and design fairs are set to open in Seoul, offering inspiration for those planning to have a fresh spring look in their homes. Monthly art magazine Art & Criticism will open “A&C Art Fair Seoul 2012” on Friday at SETEC in Daechi-dong. Celebrating its fifth year, the fair introduces over 1,200 works by about 250 artists. Unlike other art fairs, which are usually gallery-oriented, this fair is strictly arti
PerformanceApril 22, 2012
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NYC photo exhibit captures Andy Warhol as young artist
NEW YORK (AP) ― Andy Warhol once predicted 15 minutes of fame for everyone.But 25 years after his death, the pop artist’s reputation and impact on the contemporary art world show no signs of fading. His iconic images of everyday consumer objects and celebrities consistently command high prices and draw enthusiastic crowds to museum and gallery shows. But before he catapulted onto the world stage, the young artist was already producing some of his most iconic pieces. In a new exhibition, Warhol i
CultureApril 22, 2012
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‘Hunger Games’ fever makes archery cool for kids
NEW YORK (AP) ― In schools and backyards, for their birthdays and out with their dads, kids are gaga for archery four weeks into the box office run of “The Hunger Games” and less than 100 days before the London Olympics.“All of a sudden sales of bows have, like, tripled,” said Paul Haines, a salesman at the Ramsey Outdoor store in Paramus, New Jersey.A manager there made a sign for the hunting department: “Quality bows for serious archers and girls who saw the movie,” he said.Archery ranges arou
FilmApril 22, 2012
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Unauthorized biography spills Cowell secrets
LONDON (AP) ― He gets colonic irrigations, Botox injections and vitamin drips, and insists on black toilet paper in his home.A revealing new biography offers intimate ― some might say too intimate ― details about Simon Cowell, along with a portrait of the entertainment mogul’s savvy business side.“Sweet Revenge: The Intimate Life of Simon Cowell” is written by British journalist and biographer Tom Bower, whose previous subjects include former British Prime Minister Gordon Brown, jailed media mog
TelevisionApril 22, 2012