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Ador CEO denies allegations, accuses Hybe of mistreating NewJeans
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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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Monthly users on local streaming platforms outpace Netflix, Disney+
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[Hello India] Hyundai Motor vows to boost 'clean mobility' in India
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Seoul to promote luxurious side of the city
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First-ever meeting of president, opposition chief set to finally happen
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Doctor gets suspended term for administering propofol to Yoo Ah-in
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[Herald Interview] Blending old and new: SMMT on what makes timeless music
Comfortable in a pair of sneakers and a T-shirt, SMMT has been soaking up the spotlight as a globe-trotting DJ. Not much is known about him, but concertgoers will see him mixing live sessions for local rappers pH-1 and Sik-K and taking over the deck at parties. He’s also a member of Yelows Mob, a music crew helmed by Sik-K. Born Jung Sung-min, SMMT is one of the faces under H1ghr Music with a unique background. He kicked into gear as a DJ at 20. In 2020, he earned his first credit as a p
PerformanceSept. 5, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Pinault Collection, forward-looking, finds Korean artists impressive
The Pinault Collection, French billionaire Francois Pinault’s collection of contemporary art, holds more than 10,000 works of art by the world’s established artists. The internationally influential art entity, founded in 1999, runs three museums in Europe. “When it comes to the ultimate goal of collecting art, for Francois Pinault, it is really to share. As an entrepreneur, he always goes further, and he is curious about the younger generation,” said Caroline Bourgeois,
Arts & DesignSept. 4, 2022
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[Herald Interview] New Andaz Seoul Gangnam General Manager Robert Hamer emphasizes 'back to basics' in hospitality
Regardless of which Hyatt hotel around the world he is at, Andaz Seoul Gangnam General Manager Robert Hamer does not change his weekly routine of conducting a hygiene inspection of all the kitchens -- which was completed just before his interview with The Korea Herald. The new general manager, who took the post last month, is passionate about providing a homelike comfort and luxurious atmosphere at Andaz Seoul Gangnam, without missing the “inspirational” aspect. "Working at th
TravelSept. 1, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Uzbekistan’s on path to ‘New Uzbekistan’ says envoy
On Sept. 1, Uzbekistan celebrates its 31st anniversary of independence, at a time the country has seen restoration of old values overlooked under the Soviet Union as well as growth in economic and social areas. Ahead of Uzbekistan’s Independence Day, The Korea Herald spoke with Uzbekistan Ambassador to Korea Vitaly Fen at his residence. KH: How do you assess achievements made in Uzbekistan’s 31 years of independence? Fen: Important changes occurred in all areas. Economy continue
Diplomatic CircuitAug. 31, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Park Eun-bin prepared like student for ‘Extraordinary Attorney Woo’
Entering a cafe in Sinsa-dong, southern Seoul, Park Eun-bin greeted the group of reporters with the same smile from the last scene of her hit TV series “Extraordinary Attorney Woo.” But the 29-year-old actor, in her low-pitched voice, let reporters know she was not Woo Young-woo, and shared how proud she was to have completed her long journey with the 16-part courtroom series. “I studied like a student preparing for an exam. I tried to memorize the script by writing down the
TelevisionAug. 24, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Wind of change in workplace culture
A wind of change is blowing in South Korea’s rigid top-down workplace culture as a growing number of local companies, from fledgling startups to traditional manufacturing firms, feel the need to improve the quality of work environments in to attract and retain talent. To name a few changes: simpler decision-making processes, no more forced overtime work until late night or and more openness to outspoken opinions. It’s a trend that Khanzada Temur Khan, director of the people &
IndustryAug. 21, 2022
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[Herald Interview] ‘Extraordinary Attorney Woo’ star Kang Ki-young revels in show's success
After making his debut in the stage musical, “Our Bad Magnet” (2009), actor Kang Ki-young starred in various projects, including hit TV dramas “Moment of Eighteen” (2018) and “What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim” (2018) as well as movies “Crazy Romance” (2019) and “Exit” (2019). But it was his role as senior attorney Jung Myeong-seok in “Extraordinary Attorney Woo,” arguably the most successful project in his 14-year car
TelevisionAug. 21, 2022
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[Herald Interview] ‘Low driver pay is the root cause of taxi crisis’
In recent months, a severe taxi shortage saw people hailing a taxi on the streets of Seoul to no avail while ride-hailing apps like Kakao T failing to dispatch a driver, especially during nighttime peak hours. Between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., only one 1 of 4 attempts to call for a taxi succeeds, according to Transport Minister Won Hee-ryong last month. The taxi crisis is blamed on a number of factors, including a sudden post-pandemic spike in demand and a reduced driver pool after many switched o
MobilityAug. 20, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Frieze Seoul uses collaboration to boost local art scene
Frieze Seoul, is set to take place next month, with art lovers eager to see how the event will affect the local art market and what role Seoul will play as a potential Asia art hub. The art fair will collaborate with the Galleries Association of Korea, which has run the international art fair Kiaf Seoul for 20 years. The two fairs will open on Sept. 2 at Coex in southern Seoul. “Frieze wanted to engage with the local art scene and develop a relationship with the Galleries Association o
Arts & DesignAug. 20, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Acclaimed actor Jung Woo faces fresh challenge on ‘A Model Family’
Actor Jung Woo, who rose to fame after starring in the independent film “Wish” (2009) and tvN‘s hit drama “Reply 1994” (2013), has continued to show his range as an actor with his latest series, “A Model Family.” After playing short-tempered characters in Kakao TV’s web drama “Mad for Each Other” (2021) and crime film “Hot Blooded” (2022), Jung felt that much work would be needed to play a drastically different character l
TelevisionAug. 18, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Boycold explores foolish romance on ‘Daft Love’
“Hey boy, it’s cold” -- Boycold’s producer tag isn’t subtle about who it represents, but it’s a guarantee of high production values. Boycold, whose real name is Jeong Seong-won, debuted in 2015 through “Boys to Men,” a track on rapper Crucial Star’s “Boyhood” EP. Zig-zagging between hip-hop and R&B, he’s a jack of all trades with a knack for soundscapes. The beatmaker now has a long list of hits under his belt. He m
PerformanceAug. 17, 2022
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[Herald Interview] BAE173 aims to strengthen its presence in K-pop scene with ‘Odyssey: Dash’
With a slew of big-name K-pop artists splashing onto the scene with summer bops, rookie boy group BAE173 has also joined the flock with a new release. Having dropped its fourth EP titled “Odyssey: Dash” on Wednesday, the nine-piece act held an interview with a group of reporters at its label Pocketdol Studio’s headquarters in Gangnam-gu, southern Seoul, a day ahead of the new album’s online release. The act -- comprised of members J-Min, Hangyul, Yoojun, Muzin, J
K-popAug. 17, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Startup bets on proliferation of virtual avatars
The age of digital avatars is coming. Soon, there will be countless virtual humans taking up various roles, such as store clerks, brand models and social influencers. Ordinary people, too, will have digital versions of themselves, though not necessarily similar looking, deployed for everyday interactions on social media and online spaces, says Jin Seung-hyuk, founder and CEO of KLleon, a Seoul-based startup specializing in technology to create virtual humans. “I don’t
Social AffairsAug. 17, 2022
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[Herald Interview] ‘I draw what I see as pretty and cute’
Seoul-based illustrator and animator Seo In-ji has worked for the likes of Girls’ Generation, Red Velvet and NCT Dream. Her works also include the covers of Rina Sawayama’s singles and a Peggy Gou music video. Having studied animation at university, the 31-year-old dreamt of seeing her work featured on the cover of a book or a billboard. “If you ask me if this is a dream come true, I would say it is,” she said, laughing, during an interview with The Korea Herald. One
Arts & DesignAug. 16, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Babylon sings eternal beauty of classics, originals in ‘Ego 90’s’
The value of classics lies in its everlastingness, and such a trait shines even brighter at a time when the world seems to evolve too fast while our heart still lingers on the past. But the past is where our present lies, and South Korean musician Babylon, whose real name is Lee Jong-min, takes listeners on a ride back to the 1990s and 2000s Korean pop music with his latest album “Ego 90’s.” “Making music, I held onto the one immutable law, that no matter how fast trend
K-popAug. 11, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Due diligence on partners crucial for Korean biotech out-license deals
Korean biotechnology firms hoping to ink successful deals with foreign pharmaceutical companies must fully comprehend their potential partners’ A to Z’s, a legal expert in out-license deals said. “(Global big pharmas) want something that’s going to be successful and hopefully innovative, and both help patients and provide care, but also be valuable and create profit for the company,” Joshua Hofheimer, a partner and co-head of Global Life Sciences industry group at
TechnologyAug. 9, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Boosting cooperation in energy, food security, technology vital to Argentina-Korea ties
South Korea and Argentina have great potential for partnership in a range of fields, including green energy, food security, and science and technology, says Argentina’s deputy foreign minister Pablo Anselmo Tettamanti. In his official visit to Seoul from July 27-29, the deputy foreign minister attended the 8th high-level political consultations meeting with Korean counterparts -- a diplomatic mechanism aimed at consolidating bilateral and multilateral cooperation between Argentina and Kor
Diplomatic CircuitAug. 8, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Min-jin Lee hopes to make all readers Korean
Korean American writer Min-jin Lee, 53, spent some 30-odd years writing her second novel “Pachinko.” She interviewed numerous people in Korea, Japan and other places around the world for this book. Her quest for accuracy and authenticity even led her to abandon a previous draft in 2007 called “Motherland” which was nearly a full-length book. “It was a terrible book … it was really boring and even my husband said it was really boring. I didn’t want t
BooksAug. 8, 2022
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[Herald Interview] ‘Quality over quantity’: Upgrading Korea’s IP evaluation system
In light of uncertainties involving global competition for hegemony, pandemic and digitization, South Korea’s intellectual property agency chief has emphasized that upgrading the evaluation system for IP assets is essential for local companies to innovate themselves. “The amount of South Korea’s IP assets has grown drastically over the past decades, and the country is considered one of the global IP powerhouses. Now is the time to focus on improving the quality of the IP eval
IndustryAug. 7, 2022
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[Herald Interview] Future of head-up display tech is in augmented reality
Head-up Display, or HUD, has been largely adopted by global carmakers in recent years as a way of keeping drivers’ eyes on the road. But by using bulky, conventional optics, HUDs could only project limited information on the windshield above the steering wheel, providing rudimentary information such as direction and speed. However, in the near future, the cockpit feature would be transformed to take a bigger role in driving by applying augmented reality technology, said an executive at H
MobilityAug. 7, 2022