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Hyundai Motor eyes 80,000 jobs, W68tr investment at home by 2026
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Korea enters full election mode
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Seoul bus drivers go on general strike, cause morning rush hour delays
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Immigrant woman stabbed to death by Korean husband
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Official campaigning kicks off for April 10 elections
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Dialogue hopes fade as doctors pick hard-liner as new head
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Coupang pledges W3tr to expand Rocket Delivery nationwide by 2027
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[Election Battlefield] Political novice to face off star politician in ‘swing district’
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Court upholds jail term for man who attempted to murder ex-girlfriend
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[Herald Interview] Son Suk-ku chooses to be swayed by others in navigating life
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‘Popopo’ canceled after 32-year run
Broadcasting network MBC said it would cancel its long-running children’s show “Popopo,” which had produced many stars and enjoyed steady ratings from young viewers. MBC said it will take the show off the air to promote “change and development of new early childhood education programs.” Since 1981, “Popopo” has aired for 32 years, defending its status as the oldest children‘s program in South Korea. Its popular theme song is also widely known among both children and adults. A number of female ho
Aug. 5, 2013
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Star couple Lee Bo-young, Ji Sung to wed in September
Actress Lee Bo-young and actor Ji Sung announced Friday that they will tie the knot on Sept. 27. The wedding will take place at the Western House at W Seoul-Walkerhill hotel, the two celebrities’ agencies, Will Entertainment and Namoo Actors Co., confirmed Friday. The two first met on the set of their 2004 SBS drama “Save the Last Dance for Me” and have been together for six years since 2007. Lee, whose highly successful SBS drama series “I Hear Your Voice” ended Thursday night, posted a photo
Aug. 2, 2013
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Unpredictable seniors entertain ’Flower H4’ viewers
In cable channel tvN’s latest variety show “Flower H4,” four Korean veteran actors with the average age of 76 backpack across Europe, visiting famous landmarks. The program has reaped high viewership from all generations since its first episode aired on July 5. The show depicts four grandpas -- Lee Soon-jae, Park Geon-hyeong, Shin Gu, Baek Il-seop, all with extensive acting experience in film and TV -- as they travel with Lee Seo-jin, the youngest man on the show. The junior helps with guiding,
Aug. 1, 2013
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Lee Joon-gi back in summer thriller
Actor Lee Joon-gi is returning to the small screen this summer with a season-appropriate thriller. After a year-long television hiatus, the hallyu star is back as a hero out to save his daughter. Lee also released an album this January before jumping on board the upcoming drama, further cementing his pan-Asian star power as an acting-singing double threat. “I am back after a long time,” said Lee, 31, at the drama’s press conference in Seoul on Wednesday. “I am touched that so many have showed up
July 31, 2013
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Culture Ministry introduces standard contract for entertainment industry
TV actors should be given their script at least two days before shooting an episode, cast and crew must not shoot for more than 18 hours a day, and broadcasters should pay the cast and crew if their outsourcing production company be unable. These are some of the clauses included in the suggested standard contract between the nation’s broadcasters and outsourcing producers, drawn up by the Culture Ministry and unveiled on Tuesday. “While Korea’s popular culture is a major driving force for hallyu
July 30, 2013
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CBS defends handling of ‘Big Brother’ controversy
BEVERLY HILLS, California (AP) ― The “social experiment” that is the CBS television show,’ “Big Brother,” included appalling behavior this season but the network has responded appropriately, CBS Corp. CEO Les Moonves said Monday.Contestants have been caught on the reality show’s 24-hour-a-day Internet feed making boorish and racially insensitive remarks, and some were aired on one of the show’s TV episodes.“What you see there ... unfortunately is reflective of how certain people feel in America.
July 30, 2013
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NBC to broadcast Hillary Clinton miniseries
BEVERLY HILLS, California (AP) ― A Hillary Rodham Clinton miniseries timed to precede the 2016 presidential election is part of NBC’s effort to create “event” programming that will draw viewers to the shrinking world of broadcast network TV, NBC’s programming chief said Saturday.“We need to be in the event business. I think you’re going to hear that from every broadcast network,” said Bob Greenblatt, NBC Entertainment chairman.The four-hour miniseries “Hillary,” starring Diane Lane as the former
July 28, 2013
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Late TV producer plagued by debt
Acclaimed TV drama producer Kim Jong-hak who was found dead Tuesday in an apparent suicide in a studio apartment in Bundang, just south of Seoul, suffered from legal and financial problems that may have led him to take his own life. The man behind the 1995 megahit drama “Hour Glass” became mired in financial problems in recent years, especially after the 2012 SBS historical mini-series “Faith,” which starred former “Boy Over Flowers” actor Lee Min-ho and “Sad Love Story” actress Kim Hee-sun, lar
July 24, 2013
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Comedian Bae ends marriage: magazine
South Korean comedian Bae Dong-seong recently divorced his wife of 22 years Ahn Hyeon-ju, a local magazine reported Monday.According to monthly magazine “Ju-bu Saeng-hwal (Life of Housewives),” the couple officially ended their marriage in March by mutual agreement.“I no longer want to live as Bae Dong-seong’s wife. We’ve been a ‘window display couple’ for some time,” Ahn told the magazine. She said they had been separated since last year.The couple had lived apart for 10 years due to Ahn’s desi
July 22, 2013
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Emmy nominations snub much-favored contenders
NEW YORK (AP) ― That cliche about awards says it’s an honor just to be nominated. But what about all the worthies Emmy overlooks each year? Are they being dishonored by Emmy’s neglect?It was a question raised by Emmy’s latest round of snubs as this year’s nominees were announced Thursday.HBO’s magnificent “Treme”? Jilted yet again.Same for AMC’s “The Walking Dead” and HBO’s “True Blood.” They just seem to freak out Emmy judges.Showtime’s “Dexter” was shut out, too, with no Emmy love lost on Mich
July 19, 2013
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Internet shows its muscle by making Emmy history
The Emmy Awards are television's biggest celebration of itself, but this year's ceremony will face an intruder: ``House of Cards,'' the first online series to nab a top nomination with its best drama series.The nomination, one of nine nods earned by the political thriller, is a marker in the unfolding revolution in how audiences receive and watch video entertainment. Netflix's triumph on Thursday also included nods for its revival of ``Arrested Development.'' Kevin Spacey, the nominated star of
July 19, 2013
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Coroner: 'Glee' actor Monteith died of overdose
``Glee'' actor Cory Monteith, who had struggled for years with substance abuse and once said he was lucky to be alive, died of an overdose of heroin and alcohol, the British Columbia coroner's office said Tuesday.``There is no evidence to suggest Mr. Monteith's death was anything other than a most tragic accident,'' the office said in a statement.The 31-year-old was found dead in his Vancouver, British Columbia, hotel room on Saturday after he didn't check out on time. He was believed to be alon
July 17, 2013
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Cable show embroiled in ‘sisterboy’ dispute
A popular South Korean TV show which introduces eccentric people drew fire on Friday over its latest episode featuring an intimate relationship between a brother and his sisters.“Martian Virus,” a cable TV program on tvN, touched off a firestorm of criticisms online Friday after it aired an episode of a high school student dubbed “sisterboy.”The boy, featured in Thursday’s episode, depends heavily on his two sisters, who spoon-feed him, wash him and even carry him on their backs when he has to g
June 28, 2013
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Kim Soo-hyun considers alien role in drama
Kim Soo-hyun considers alien role in dramaPopular actor Kim Soo-hyun is considering taking up a role in a forthcoming drama on SBS slated for December. The drama, temporarily titled “A Man from a Star,” will be written by Park Ji-eun, known for hit KBS drama “My Husband Got a Family.”Kim’s agency said casting was not finalized but the actor seemed likely to accept the offer. In the drama, Kim’s character Do Min-jun is a handsome alien with amazing abilities. Do, who has lived in Korea for 400 ye
June 27, 2013
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‘Infinite Challenge’ goes to hospital
All seven members of MBC’s popular variety show “Infinite Challenge” will participate in the show on Thursday even though two members, Jeong Jun-ha and Jeong Hyeong-don, are in the hospital.The shooting schedule hit a bump as the two TV personalities were taken to hospital for different reasons. The program’s staff said they adjusted the schedule in a way that the remaining five members would visit each Jeong’s hospital to produce a “hospital episode.” Back in 2009, a similar show was filmed wit
June 27, 2013
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'Infinite Challenge’ entertainer in hospital with neck injury
Entertainer-comedian Jeong Jun-ha was hospitalized on Wednesday with a neck injury suffered during a musical performance earlier in the day, his agency said.“Jeong is being hospitalized for disc problems in his neck and is receiving medical treatment,” said the agency.During the musical “Spamalot,” Jeong was hit by a puppet’s mask that was thrown toward him, aggravating a herniated cervical disc.His stay at the hospital put the brakes on his schedule, which includes MBC’s “Infinite Challenge,” c
June 27, 2013
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Choi Philip makes an apology for slip of tongue
South Korean actor Choi Philip apologized for his offensive words toward a TV program that spotted “entertainment soldiers” coming out from a local massage parlor. Choi said it was a “slip of the tongue.”Choi tweeted Wednesday that he “uploaded thoughtless words last night before watching the program and is sorry for all the inconvenience caused.” The 33-year-old actor explained that he misunderstood the purpose of the program, thinking it was to disclose the private life of celebrities.Accordin
June 26, 2013
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Top three English sitcoms for Korean learners
Having good English proficiency has long been a task for many South Koreans, as it has huge effects on one’s life such as promotions or high exam scores. Korean learners are actively using English TV series since they are both entertaining and educational. The Korea Herald has summed up the three most popular English series in Korea that draw wide interest from enthusiastic English learners. 1. “Modern Family”“Modern Family” is a U.S. comedy series first aired in 2009. The story revolves around
June 24, 2013
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‘Under the Dome’ helps break summer rerun spell
LOS ANGELES (AP) ― There’s no summer break anymore for broadcast networks, with overachieving cable competitors regularly airing new series instead of succumbing to rerun laziness.Over at CBS, star students have teamed up for the ambitious “Under the Dome.’’The 13-episode drama series debuting Monday is based on the best-selling Stephen King book and includes heavyweights Steven Spielberg, Neal Baer (“ER,’’ “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit’’), Jack Bender (“Lost’’) and comic-book and TV scribe
June 23, 2013
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Nick Vujicic to guest star on local talk show
Inspirational figure Nick Vujicic is back in town to make his guest appearance Monday on a local television talk show, “Healing Camp,” according to the broadcaster SBS.The 30-year-old Australian evangelist who was born with tetra-amelia syndrome, a rare disorder characterized by the absence of arms and legs, will be the first foreign guest to appear on the show, officials said.Vujicic, who has become an icon of iron will against all odds, has given motivational speeches to some 4 million people
June 16, 2013