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Yoon, Lee end first talks with differences, agree to meet more
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What is Hybe’s next move?
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[Grace Kao] Hybe vs. Ador: Inspiration, imitation and plagiarism
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China outpaces Korea in smaller OLED shipments for 1st time
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[Herald Interview] Mom’s Touch seeks to replicate success in Japan
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Police to open alleged stalking probe over pastor over Dior bag scandal
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'Queen of Tears' finale sets record viewership ratings as tvN's most-watched series ending
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[News Focus] Lee tells Yoon that he has governed without political dialogue
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Seoul to deploy more military doctors to fill med prof void
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Liberal bloc moves to rewrite student rights ordinance
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Tiger and Bear retrospective
Tiger and Bear. (Tiger and Bear)Korea-based British artists James Topple and Colin Riddle, AKA Tiger and Bear, are holding a retrospective of their multi-disciplinary art project in Seoul. “The Tiger and Bear Museum” will take a look at the journey of the performance art duo, who confront Korean cul
Sept. 13, 2011
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‘Streetcar Named Desire’ on in Daegu
Daegu Theatre Troupe is putting on Tennessee Williams’ “A Streetcar Named Desire” on Sept. 24 and 25. The play is the troupe’s first full-length production and will be directed by Stevie Baker.Also at the event will be a bake sale in aid of Korea Animal Protection Society. The Saturday show will ope
Sept. 13, 2011
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Singers wanted for ‘Messiah’ concert
Camarata Music Company is looking for members to join its Chorale for the annual December performance of Handel’s “Messiah”Camarata organizes opportunities for people to perform classical music together, and the annual “Messiah” concert is a chance to sing with a 30-piece orchestra and professional
Sept. 13, 2011
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Come Together
This is a regular feature introducing associations and clubs that expats can get involved in. This week, Expat Living spoke to Shyam Paliwal of Indians in Korea ― Ed.Name of Club: Indians in KoreaLocation(s): Seoul, Busan, Daegu and DaejeonNumber of members: 1,584Started: Jan. 1, 2011Who is it for?
Sept. 13, 2011
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‘Cosi’ shows Mozart in a new light
“Cosi” (picture by Chris Backe)A junkie, a pyromaniac and a Lithium addict who hates Mozart will be part of the cast performing Mozart’s “Cosi Fan Tutte” at White Box Theater.At least, that’s the subject of Probationary Theater Company’s new play “Cosi.”The comedy follows the troubles and trium
Sept. 13, 2011
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Staying on top of his game
American hip-hop artist Pinnacle TheHustler releases first solo albumIn a waistcoat, bowtie and crisp white shirt, Pinnacle TheHustler looks sharper than your average MC.He says it’s the dressiest he’s ever performed, but while it may be more formal than his typical preppier look, he admits his imag
Sept. 13, 2011
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Conventional wisdom
Tourism expert luring more and more international meetings to SeoulLast November the Seoul MICE Forum provided the Seoul Convention Bureau an opportunity to lure organizers of major international meetings to South Korea’s capital. Maureen O’Crowley, the bureau’s vice president, recalls that the meet
Sept. 8, 2011
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Commonwealth networking night
Chambers of Commonwealth nations will co-host the third Commonwealth Networking Event on Sept. 23.The New Zealand Chamber, Australian Chamber, British Chamber, Canadian Chamber and Indian Chamber will host the event at the Waterfall Garden of the Grand Hyatt Seoul.The event runs from 6:30 p.m. to 9
Sept. 6, 2011
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Busan center to hold Korean writing contest
Expatriates will get to test their mastery of the local language against each other on Oct. 6 in a Korean Writing Contest.It is the fourth such contest held by Busan Foundation for International Activities and Pusan University of Foreign Studies. There will be two divisions ― essay writing and poetr
Sept. 6, 2011
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Anseong winery offers grape escape
Guided tour of Anseong Winery on Sept. 24. The guided trip to Anseong travels via a historic catholic church built by a French monk, and features formal wine and food pairing at a lakeside restaurant. The event also includes a historic winery visit, the chance to crush grapes underfoot to make wine
Sept. 6, 2011
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GIC offers tour of Yeongam County
Gwangju International Center is organizing a guided tour to Yeongam in South Jeolla Province on Sept. 17.The tour will be guided by Warren Parson, a teacher at Dongshin University and will take in a fig Wolchulsan National Park, Dogapsa and a fig orchard.The tour will start with a visit to a histori
Sept. 6, 2011
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Masan bus driver refuses black passenger
An American English teacher says he was not allowed on a bus in Masan because he is black.When Sintah Khalid tried to board the 110 bus on Sept. 2 at around 10:30 p.m. in Jungni, Masan, the bus driver demanded to know where he was from, before ordering him off the bus.“He begins shooing me with his
Sept. 6, 2011
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Hangeul more than words for American designer
Aein Hope’s fashion features Hangeul, Korean motifsHangeul may simply be a means of communication to most Koreans, but for American Aein Hope, the creative mind behind jewelry and accessories line “oki tokki,” it’s a source of inspiration.“I first started thinking about starting oki tokki back in 20
Sept. 6, 2011
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‘Anti-portraits’ offer more than face-value
Chilean artist Raul Pizarro aims to represent the spirit of his subjectsSometimes you wake up, look in the mirror and are happy with what you see. Other days, your reflection seems almost unsightly.Chilean artist Raul Pizarro’s upcoming exhibition “ANTITLED” at Laughing Tree Lab in Itaewon-dong, Seo
Sept. 6, 2011
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The ‘jeong’ factor
Economist correspondent works to dispel misconceptions about South KoreaOn Aug. 15, as much of Korea celebrated its Liberation Day, Daniel Tudor could be found reading a Korean-language newspaper in a Gwanghwamun-area caf.Not far from where he sat, Korean police gathered, standing guard should any o
Sept. 1, 2011
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Artists set to surprise subway passengers
Artists have issued an open call to creative people who want to join them for a second day of performance art on the Seoul subway system this Saturday.The first Performance Art in Subway Cars on Aug. 20 involved the work of nine groups and individuals from six countries, including Morocco and Myanma
Aug. 30, 2011
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Camarata choir holds autumn concert
Camarata Music Company is holding its autumn concert Saturday.The concert will feature music ranging from the 16th to the 20th centuries, sung by the CMC Chorale. The program will include a range of musical styles from classical to jazz and pop.The concert takes place at 7:30 p.m. at Chung Dong Firs
Aug. 30, 2011
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Play lets you dine out on restaurant chat
Probationary Theater Company will present “If These Tables Could Talk” from Friday through Sunday at White Box Theater in Seoul.The comic drama is set in a New York restaurant, where the diners’ private conversations are shown in turn. Threading this together are the waitresses who move from table t
Aug. 30, 2011
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Talk lifts lid on North Korean comic books
A lecture hosted by the Royal Asiatic Society on Tuesday Sept. 6 promises to put paid to the idea that North Korean literature is dull.Jacco Zwetsloot will introduce the world of North Korean comic books, along with some of his favorite extracts.Published since the early 1980s, Zwetsloot says the ca
Aug. 30, 2011
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Get snapping for Busan photo contest
Entries are open until Oct. 2 for the 2011 Busan Global Center Photo Contest.Photographers entering are asked to submit photos that show the city’s international side under the theme “opening up to differences and striving for harmony.”First prize is 1 million won, followed by second and third prize
Aug. 30, 2011