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At age of 100, philosopher says ‘I love; therefore I am’

Aug 21, 2019

Widely known as the “100-year-old philosopher,” professor Kim Hyung-seok recently published a collection of essays that delves into the meaning of life. Kim, 100 this year by Korean age, was born in...
[Herald Interview] Four generations of family carry on Jeju’s brewing legacy

Aug 16, 2019

Master Kim Hee-sook sticks to centuries-old brewing-distilling techniques
Cha University provides resource analysis service for SMEs in Gyeonggi Province

Aug 13, 2019

Cha University’s resources research center in northeastern Gyeonggi Province aims to help small and medium-sized companies use the region’s resources more efficiently to produce high-value goods. Th...
Gyeonggi Province launches campaigns to boost local tourism

Aug 12, 2019

Amid abiding boycott of Japan, Gyeonggi Tourism Organization launches new campaigns, North Korea-related projects to support local tourism
Nobel laureate Toni Morrison dead at 88

Aug 7, 2019

NEW YORK (AP) -- Nobel laureate Toni Morrison, a pioneer and reigning giant of modern literature whose imaginative power in "Beloved,'' "Sula'' and other works transformed American letters by dramati...
[Herald Interview] Thriving as a freelancer in era of social media

Jul 26, 2019

Seo Eu-ra inspires freelance wannabes to explore independent career path, offering both tips and caution
Song-Song couple divorces without division of property: Song Hye-kyo’s agency

Jul 22, 2019

Actors Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo have finalized their divorce, as the court approved the divorce settlement Monday. The settlement comes one month after Song Joong-ki filed for divorce from Son...
Song Hye-kyo, Song Joong-ki’s divorce final: court

Jul 22, 2019

Song Hye-kyo and Song Joong-ki’s divorce was finalized at a Seoul court Monday. The two settled their divorce at a closed-door hearing held at 10 a.m. Monday at Seoul Family Court. The hearing laste...
Linkin Park’s Joe Hahn shares epiphany through photo exhibition in Korea

Jul 19, 2019

Joe Hahn of US rock band Linkin Park is holding a photo exhibition titled “Carry On” in Korea, in which he will be showcasing memorable moments. “Carry On” is a collection of photos that Hahn took d...
Peace park to be built in memory of late victim of Japan's sex slavery

Jul 18, 2019

A peace park named after the late Kim Bok-dong, an iconic Korean victim of Japanese wartime sexual slavery, will be built in her hometown, officials said Thursday. The municipal council of Yangsan, ...
FINA President Maglione receives honorary degree from Honam University

Jul 15, 2019

FINA President Julio C. Maglione received an honorary doctorate degree from Honam University on Monday for his contributions to promoting world peace through the proliferation of sports. The Gwangju...
Song Hye-kyo makes first appearance after divorce announcement

Jul 7, 2019

Actress Song Hye-kyo made her first official public appearance on Saturday, about a week after her husband, Song Joong-ki, announced that he had filed for divorce. Actress Song Hye-kyo poess for pic...
[Herald Interview] Living the Korean dream at the pool table

Jul 5, 2019

‘Cambodian wife’ Sruong Pheavy finds unexpected success in billiards in Korea
[Herald Interview] Chef without restaurant but 1 million diners

Jul 4, 2019

Though she does not have a restaurant, there are still nearly 1 million diners who enjoy Gabriela Kook’s food around the globe. More widely known as Kook Gabie, or Gabie Kook, Kook, 30, is a conte...
[Herald Interview] Drag queen singer opens up new future for traditional Korean music

Jul 4, 2019

Korean singer Lee Hee-moon sometimes goes onstage in gender-bending attire. Wearing a curly wig and high heels, Lee commands the stage, backed by a rock band. The music, however, is inspired by trad...