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10-man S. Korea lose to Indonesia to miss out on Paris Olympic football qualification
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Hybe-Ador feud should have limited effect on Hybe's overall performance: analysts
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Second Gimpo civil servant found dead, after apologizing for not finishing work
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DP leader says he will meet Yoon without conditions
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First-ever meeting of president, opposition chief set to finally happen
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NewJeans' singles, Japanese debut to proceed as planned, despite Hybe-Ador feud
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Experts raise concerns about Japan putting pressure on Naver over Line
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Samsung mobile chief, Google device head meet in Seoul
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Ship linked to NK arms shipments to Russia is moored in China: State Dept.
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[Kim So-hyun] The quiet taxi driver from Paris
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[Herald Interview] Korea, Ivory Coast talk Ebola fight
Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara was visibly upbeat about his meet-up with President Park Geun-hye at Cheong Wa Dae on Tuesday, due to growing commercial links and badly needed South Korean investment in a slew of infrastructure projects underway in the West African nation.The former veteran IMF economist also emphasized the role South Korea could play in the fight against the spread of the Ebola virus thanks to its world-renowned scientific and medical prowess.Ouattara said he and Park d
Foreign AffairsOct. 12, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Doota to export fashion know-how
Doota, or Doosan Tower shopping center, has been taking a different approach to globalization. Instead of designers and their designs, it has decided to export its expertise in managing shopping malls. Doota recently provided consulting to two Chinese shopping malls that are now in operation, and is in talks with others to provide similar services. “We have decided that it would be risky to take everything abroad. So, instead of rushing to export our fashion hardware, we will be selling our soft
IndustryOct. 9, 2014
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[Herald Interview] ‘Reunification biggest variable in Korean economy’
South Korea’s economy will log slow yet steady growth in the coming years, largely benefiting from the rise of China, with the most significant variable in the forecast being the possibility of unification with North Korea, according to an Asia-Pacific economic expert.“Inter-Korean unification, if achieved in a peaceful and gradual manner, will provide an unparalleled momentum to the economy,” Rajiv Biswas, senior director and APAC region chief economist at IHS Global Insight, told The Korea Her
Oct. 9, 2014
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[Herald Interview] ‘Pilgrimage in memory of engineer father’
The Chosun Hotel, which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, holds a significant place in the modern history of Korea. It was one of the first modern buildings in Seoul, and served as a temporary residence for presidents, diplomats, businessmen and scholars, who created links between Korea and the outside world after the country opened up in the early 1900s. For Sandra Huet, the hotel has a personal meaning. It’s the place that keeps her memories of her father alive. Huet’s father George
TravelOct. 9, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Billboard’s Janice Min talks potential and future of K-pop
With the pursuit of using music to connect countries, people and content across geographical boundaries, the annual MU:CON Seoul music conference kicked off on Monday with the opening address of keynote speaker Janice Min, copresident and chief creative officer of Guggenheim Media’s Entertainment Group.As the copresident and CCO, Min oversees the prestigious American entertainment media publications The Hollywood Reporter and Billboard. In 2010, the former journalist took the reins of The Hollyw
Oct. 6, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Helping students make connections across fields
As humanity progresses into the 21st century, the ability to cross between previously unrelated fields of study is becoming more important. Whether it is converging biology and engineering, design and technology or Internet technology and nanotechnology, there has been growing demand for individuals to transcend the boundaries of disciplines and address the problems at hand.As the world becomes more complex and uncertain, the value of liberal arts education that helps students acquire such an ab
Social AffairsOct. 5, 2014
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[Herald Interview] ‘Korea should no longer expect trickle-down effect’
South Korea should no longer expect a “trickle-down” of benefits from conglomerates and the rich to small companies and low-income earners, a local economics professor said, urging the government to seek a paradigm shift in its growth strategy. Korea has been considered a model country of “condensed” economic success from the ashes of the Korean War within a half century, heavily leaning on the spillover effect from the growth of conglomerates. “Big-businesses-friendly economic policies with an
Oct. 5, 2014
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[Herald Interview] WWF calls for ‘greener’ Korean economy
With its persistent overconsumption and energy-intensive industry, Korea should step up efforts to curb its ecological footprint by “greening” its economy and adopting environmentally sustainable practices, the head of the Korean chapter of the World Wide Fund for Nature said. The Gland, Switzerland-based nonprofit organization launched the Korean edition of its flagship Living Planet Index on Wednesday. In the biennial report, it said the populations of more than 10,000 species of mammals, bird
Foreign AffairsOct. 1, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Montblanc inspires future generations of patrons
Offering patrons a stage to show how supporting arts and culture can make a better world is a significant factor in convincing them to make contributions, according to the chairman of the Montblanc Cultural Foundation.“So it’s important for us to step up to act and support cultural development,” Lutz Bethge told The Korea Herald in a recent interview in Seoul. The chairman was in the country last week to announce this year’s South Korean recipient of the annual Montblanc de la Culture Arts Patro
IndustryOct. 1, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Houston mayor seeks bigger economic ties with Seoul
The resumption of U.S. energy exports after nearly four decades and the rise of shale gas as a next-generation energy source will reinforce South Korea-Houston ties in the future, Houston Mayor Annise Parker said. “About 50 percent of our major economy is fueled by the oil and gas sector. The unconventional extraction of shale gas in the country has invigorated the atmosphere and has become a game changer. We are learning about Korean companies’ interest in the sector,” said the leader of the la
Oct. 1, 2014
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[Herald Interview] ‘Seoul has good chance of becoming offshore RMB hub’
South Korea’s renmibi market is still largely passive, especially considering its trade volume with China, but the country is considered a leading candidate as a global offshore hub for the Chinese currency, according to a transaction banking expert.“Korea’s currency market is going through a transition phase, which means that most local banks realize the importance of the renmibi trade but still lack the necessary manpower and expertise,” Kim Dan-joo, the head of transaction banking at Standard
Sept. 30, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Conductor preaches beauty of orchestral music
As many as a hundred people gather ― each with their own musical instrument and own musical world ― to create harmony. There will mostly likely be some drama.It’s the conductor who must put aside whatever discord that members may have, make them work like organs of the human body, and in the end present harmonious music. Conductor Kim Bong-mee says the beauty of orchestral music is right there in that moment. “So many different people with different musical instruments and colors come together f
PerformanceSept. 30, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Philanthropy is about finding shared value: UWW chief
Philanthropy is not about society’s “haves” giving their wealth to the “have-nots,” but about inspiring governments and corporations to find value via their contributions, according to the chief of the world’s largest nonprofit organization.“Philanthropic activities are just like business projects ― one should first find the value, set a detailed goal and take the most cost-effective actions,” Brian Gallagher, president and CEO of United Way Worldwide, told The Korea Herald in an interview. “Con
Sept. 28, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Soprano bridges two ends of music spectrum
To say that Suh Yeree has a versatile voice is an understatement. In one stage, the soprano was the living messenger of Handel, dressed like women found in 17th-century European paintings and singing church music with a crystal clear voice and all the right spirituality. Then in another, she was a whip-wielding cop in a leather outfit, the embodiment of the satirical wit in the music of 21st-century composer Gorge Ligeti. Not only does she cross back and forth between two very different territor
PerformanceSept. 28, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Following the call of a creative mind
Musically, Steve Barakatt has little left to prove in Korea. The New Age composer and pianist from Quebec, Canada, is so adored by Koreans that he finds himself returning again and again to give concerts, collaborate with top local artists or just to meet fans. From “Rainbow Bridge,” one of his earliest hits from the late ’90s, to his 2011 work “He is from Seoul, She is from Pyongyang,” his music has gained popularity that not many other artists ― Korean or non-Korean ― have achieved here. “Rain
CultureSept. 23, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Making art available to anyone
The Internet has reshaped our daily life in almost every aspect. And it has been redefining the traditional art viewing experience, too. To view masterpieces such as Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa,” the Louvre is not the place to be anymore. The painting can be viewed on a personal computer, without having to pay thousands of dollars on an overseas trip. The Google Art Project, launched in 2011, has enabled art lovers around the world to view masterpieces without visiting actual museums and art
PerformanceSept. 22, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Seeking justice for sex slavery victims
The following is the 10th in a series of articles on Japan’s wartime sexual enslavement of Asian women on the occasion of the 61st anniversary of the foundation of The Korea Herald on Aug. 15. ― Ed.In 2007, U.S. lawmaker Mike Honda set a milestone in the issue of Japan’s sexual enslavement of Asian women during World War II by spearheading the adoption of a resolution at the House of Representatives calling for Tokyo’s apology. The resolution played a key role in boosting awareness in the intern
Foreign AffairsSept. 21, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Bentley pursues timeless design
Bentley Motors’ DNA is rooted in its classic designs and its ability to balance craftsmanship and technology, according to the British luxury automaker’s head designer. Lee Sang-yup, who is at the helm of Bentley’s exterior and advanced designs, shared his design philosophy during an interview with The Korea Herald when he visited Korea for the launch of the Flying Spur V8 this month. “I want to share with Korean consumers the passion Bentley has for keeping its heritage and DNA,” the chief desi
MobilitySept. 21, 2014
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[Herald Interview] ‘Pension service should take more risks’
The National Pension Service, South Korea’s pension fund manager, should stop playing safe by investing in low-yielding bonds, a notable Korean economist said.Instead, it should be a little more aggressive by seeking riskier assets overseas to secure “medium returns, if not high returns,” through investment diversification, he said. Otherwise, the country’s pension fund will soon run dry up for people who are depending on it after retirement.“It is time for the NPS to move on to investing in ass
Sept. 18, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Korea Post eyes global markets
This year marks the 130th anniversary of the adoption of modern postal services on the Korean Peninsula and the establishment of the state-run mail service provider Korea Post.Over the years, technological advancements such as the Internet and smart gadgets have changed the way people and industries communicate and have opened up new transnational business opportunities.While these changes serve as a grave threat to traditional postal services, they also offer the postal industry a chance to inn
IndustrySept. 17, 2014