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Seoul vows action over Naver's Line, Yahoo dispute
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[Grace Kao] American racism against Stray Kids
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Key S. Korean, USFK special operations officials to hold rare meeting amid NK threats
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Samsung doubles down on Vietnam
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NewJeans' members' parents complained to Hybe, email shows
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Controversy brews over shakeup of prosecutors amid probe of first lady
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Jennie, Stray Kids's Met Gala attendance puts them on 'digital guillotine' blacklist
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OpenAI gives ChatGPT new powers to see, hear
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[KH Explains] Naver’s Line dilemma: Lose global footing for cash?
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[Herald Interview] Carbon breakthrough in Korea: Making diamonds at atmospheric pressure
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100 dogs in Canada killed after business slows
VANCOUVER _ An organization that fights animal abuse is calling the slaughter of 100 sled dogs by an outdoor adventure company in British Columbia a bloodbath and police are investigating.Sled dogs pull a tourist during a tour run by Outdoor Adventures in the Soo Valley north of Whistler, British Columbia, Canada, on Monday, Jan. 31, 2011. (AP-Yonhap News)The British Columbia SPCA's manager of ani
Social AffairsFeb. 7, 2011
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South’s the right medicine for N.K. trio
Three brothers obtain Oriental medical doctor’s license in SouthSEONGNAM, Gyeonggi Province ― In a cozy and welcoming oriental clinic, a smile never leaves the doctor’s face as he runs about greeting the steady flow of patients, answering the ceaseless phone calls and treating those who trust his hands and herbal medicine.The 45-year-old doctor of Myohyangsan Oriental Medical Clinic gives a good i
Social AffairsFeb. 7, 2011
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Man with low IQ banned from having sex
The British High Court prohibited a man with an IQ of 48 from having sex, the British newspaper Daily Telegraph reported. The judge ordered that the man, known as Alan, should not be allowed to have sex because he “does not have the capacity to consent and engage in sexual relations.” The report said that Alan had been in a sexual relationship with a man he lived with in a house provided by the to
InternationalFeb. 7, 2011
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Pirate admits carrying gun
Police to announce probe results todayA Somali pirate, suspected of shooting the captain of a Korean freighter during a naval rescue operation last month, has admitted that he was carrying a firearm while holding him hostage, in a reversal of his earlier position, according to maritime police in Busan.Arai Mahomed, one of the five pirates captured during the naval commando raid in the Indian Ocean
PoliticsFeb. 6, 2011
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Smoking to be banned at three Seoul plazas
Smoking will be prohibited at three main squares in central Seoul from March and those who break the ban will be fined 100,000 won ($94) from June after a three-month grace period.Under the city administration’s ordinance putting stricter regulations on outdoor smoking, the no-smoking public areas will be expanded to 23 parks by September and 295 bus stops on central lanes by the end of the year.
Social AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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U.S.-Russia nuclear arms treaty takes effect
10-year pact limits each side's strategic warheads and heavy bombersMUNICH (AP) ― A new U.S.-Russia nuclear arms control treaty has taken effect, securing a key foreign policy goal of President Barack Obama and raising hopes among officials on both sides that it will provide the impetus for Moscow and Washington to negotiate further reductions.“The treaty marks significant progress toward Presiden
InternationalFeb. 6, 2011
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Tens of thousands gather in Serbian opposition protest
BELGRADE (AFP) ― Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets of Belgrade on Saturday for a major opposition rally calling for the government to call early elections or risk new protests in April.Some 70,000 people gathered for the rally in front of the Serbian parliament in central Belgrade, an AFP correspondent said. Police estimates put the figure at 55,000.“I know you are dissatisfied,
InternationalFeb. 6, 2011
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Tunisian police fire on crowd
TUNIS (AP) ― Police fired at an angry crowd of 1,000 attacking the police station in the northwestern town of Kef on Saturday, killing two people and injuring 17 others, the Interior Ministry said.The official Tunisian news agency said the crowd had turned on police after the police chief “abused” a member of the community.A local journalist said the police chief slapped a woman during a demonstr
InternationalFeb. 6, 2011
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‘N.K. has ulterior motives for offering talks’
Seoul remains firm that Pyongyang should first show ‘sincerity’Through its continuing overtures for talks with the South, North Korea apparently seeks to be seen taking the initiative to enhance inter-Korean relations that plunged to new lows over two attacks last year, experts here said Sunday.Other motives behind its recent “peace offensive” include creating a mood conducive to the resumption of
PoliticsFeb. 6, 2011
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Police crack down on wild graduation parties
Streaking, carousal as well as egging and flouring other students have long been practiced among middle and high school students after their graduation ceremonies. But the police will crack down on such rituals this year by sending officers to the neighborhoods of 844 schools nationwide for 10 days from Tuesday, when most graduation ceremonies are to take place. More than 47,000 police officers an
Social AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Female gym teacher indicted for having sex with 5 pupils
A female gym teacher at a high school in Ohio was indicted for having sex with five students at her school, a news report said on Saturday.The Warren County jury heard that Stacy Schuler, 32, had sexual relations with the students – most of whom were football players at the school – over a five-month period from last August to December, the Daily Mail reported.“The sexual acts happened off school
Social AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Brazil cuts medical costs for citizens
To assist Brazilians living in Korea with the high cost of clinical examinations, the Brazilian Embassy recently signed an MOU with SAM Medical hospital.The agreement states that Brazilians visiting the SAM Medical hospital in Anyang City will be provided with consultation services and medical treatments at a discounted rate.The discounts include 50 percent off on normal clinical examinations and
Foreign AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Applications for Danish research program
The Danish Research Partnership Programme is offering a small number of researchers the opportunity of becoming guest researchers at the Danish Institute for Human Rights (DIHR).The theme for this year’s program is “Informal Justice Systems.” Additional information is available on the institute’s online brochure at the Danish Embassy’s website.The program is offering between four and six researche
Foreign AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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E-2 work visa’s new process for Canadians
The Canadian Embassy has announced that anyone who wishes to work as an ESL teacher in Korea must provide a criminal record check issued by the RCMP in Canada.The criminal record check then needs to be notarized by the Canadian Embassy or Consulate before submission to the Korean Immigration office. The embassy made the announcement due to the Korean Immigration Service’s new regulations that came
Foreign AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Carbon Capture and Storage Mission
The Canadian Embassy is to host, together with the Ministry of Knowledge Economy, a delegation of Canadian carbon capture and storage academics, industry professionals and governmental agencies. On Feb. 14, the delegates will participate in a half-day seminar showcasing Canadian and Korean capabilities in CCS in order to increase awareness and knowledge of each other’s strengths and allow particip
Foreign AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Teachers can promote Canada beyond classroom
Canadian teachers are not only ambassadors promoting study options in the Great White North, but can also influence the perception of Canadians in civil society.To assist Canadian teachers to this end, the country’s embassy is holding two sessions for those working in South Korea.“Canadian teachers in Korea are potential sources of information when approached by students seeking to learn more abou
Foreign AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Thai traditional nights to illuminate Seoul
Thailand is only a six-hour flight away but the country’s embassy is to bring the Land of Smiles even closer this week with two days filled with traditional cultural performances.“This event aims to promote cultural understanding between Thais and Korean people through the presentation of Thai traditional dances, music and puppetry,” said Thai Ambassador Chaiyong Satjipanon.To be held at the Natio
Foreign AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Israel: Tourism is about building friendships
An ambassador’s job in South Korea is one of constant promotion, be it at dinners or at seminars.The Israeli ambassador recently held a reception for the members of the Korea Tourism Supporters network.“I consider myself a member of this group, which helps to promote tourism in Korea and I had the chance to go with them to many places in the country,” said Ambassador Tuvia Israeli.The network is t
Foreign AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Eliminating poverty through education
There are steps to take to eliminate the burden that over 1 billion people living on under $1 a day share.The United Nations World Tourism Organization’s ST-EP Foundation chairperson Dho Young-shim started the foundation five years ago under the umbrella of the UN Millennium Development Goals.Today, the group is in about 30 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, Europe and the Middle East.“Most
Foreign AffairsFeb. 6, 2011
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Egypt ruling party leaders resign but regime holds
CAIRO (AP) -- The leadership of Egypt's ruling party stepped down Saturday as the military figures spearheading the transition tried to placate protesters without giving them the one resignation they demand, President Hosni Mubarak's. The United States gave key backing to the regime's gradual changes, warning of the dangers if Mubarak goes too quickly. But protesters in the streets rejected t
InternationalFeb. 6, 2011