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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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Blinken calls on China to press N. Korea to end its 'dangerous' behavior
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Ship linked to NK arms shipments to Russia is moored in China: State Dept.
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Japanese top model Shiho shows her charisma
Yano Shiho, wife of K-1 fighter Choo Sung-hoon, showed her charisma as a Japanese top model in LEBEIGE’s F-W collection. Appearing on the KBS reality show “Superman Is Back,” she has been gaining popularity in Korea because of her lovely personality. Shiho also had a couple shoot with Korean top model Lee Hye-jung. Shiho’s captivating eyes and chic look complimented Lee’s stylish look. The photos will appear in the October issue of the fashion magazine Marie Claire. By Yoon Ji-soo (thankque@hera
Sept. 23, 2014
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Shining Asian stars with Swarovski bracelet
Several Asian stars recently came together for a jewelry pictorial. Xiumin and Tao from EXO, Henry from Super Junior-M, Victoria from f(x), Seulgi and Irin from Red Velvet, and actress Go Ara all posed for jewelry brand Swarovski. By wearing bracelets from the newly released Star Dust line, the stars showed their individual style. The new bracelet line is made with 1,460 tiny clear crystals and released in 12 colors.Xiumin chose the sky blue bracelet and Tao singled out the black one, which both
Sept. 23, 2014
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Tense action scene of Yunho expected
The actor and singer Jung Yunho will have a tense action scene with the actor Yoon Tae-young in the upcoming episode of the drama “The Night Watchman.”MBC, the drama’s broadcaster, revealed pictures on Monday of the two actors. In the photos, the two are exchanging fierce glances and pointing swords at one another, foreshadowing another action scene in the drama.The MBC drama “The Night Watchman” is broadcast every Monday and Tuesday at 10 p.m.By Kim Min-jin (minjin103@heraldcorp.com)[Photo Cred
Sept. 23, 2014
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Jung Yong-hwa aims to go solo
Jung Yong-hwa, a South Korean actor and member of boy band CNBlue, has revealed that he plans to become a solo artist in the future.“I am currently preparing for my solo album and concerts. I wish to hold my own world tour and fan meeting soon,” the singer was quoted as saying during “Sweet Melody,” the first of his two solo fan meetings held in Tokyo on Sunday.Jung Yong-hwa. (FNC Entertainment)The meetings were held at 1:30 p.m and 6 p.m., and the 5,000 and 10,000 tickets alloted for the events
Sept. 23, 2014
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Baro’s hidden modeling talent
B1A4’s Baro recently posed for fashion magazine ELLE. The singer showed off his modeling talent in the shoot, using a wide range of expressions from serious to humorous. In an interview with the magazine this week, he said, “I felt sad because I thought I lost myself in front of the cameras. However while traveling in Laos, I could be myself (again). Now I’m determined not to lose myself even though I’m back.” The record of Baro’s Laos trip with actors Yoo Yeon-suk and Son Ho-jun was aired on t
Sept. 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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Kim Young-ha probes into modern Korean society in new essay
Kim Young-ha, one of South Korea’s most celebrated novelists of his generation, has published a book of essays titled “See,” collating his thoughts and observances of changes in Korean society since his return from New York in 2012.The much-awaited book came five years after his previous collection of essays “Remember What You Have Lost” was published in 2009. “I used to live like a radio station from a government in exile,” Kim wrote of his motivation for the book. “I once believed that my job
BooksSept. 22, 2014
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‘Nutcracker’ set in desert
JOHANNESBURG (AFP) ― It’s danced to Tchaikovsky’s famous melody, but it’s not your traditional Christmas “Nutcracker”: the Joburg Ballet has set it in the Kalahari desert among ancient Bushmen paintings.The winter theme has been replaced with sun, sand and baobab trees.The role of the Sugar Plum Fairy is instead played by a sangoma or traditional healer, and the famous “Russian Dance” is performed in overalls and gumboots.“The Nutcracker Reimagined” comes with the original music and story line o
CultureSept. 22, 2014
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Super Junior hits 100-concert milestone
On top of being the first K-pop act to hold a solo concert in France and being recognized as the only Korean group to have been invited to perform in four South American countries, Super Junior has now become the only K-pop group to hold 100 solo concerts as part of a concert series.This year’s “Super Show 6” world tour kicked off on Friday with the K-pop group hosting three separate solo shows at the Jamsil Indoor Stadium in Seoul, attracting a total of around 25,000 fans. On Sunday, thousands
Sept. 22, 2014
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Doug E. Fresh highlights hip-hop awards
ATLANTA (AP) ― With a picture of his mother on a large screen behind him, Doug E Fresh struggled to complete his sentence. The rapper dubbed “The Human Beat Box” choked up and shed tears as he received the “I Am Hip-Hop Award” at the ninth BET Hip-Hop Awards on Saturday.Fresh eventually told the crowd that his mother, who had Alzheimer’s disease, died five months ago.“I have to acknowledge her,” Fresh said at the taped award show at the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center. “I want to thank t
PerformanceSept. 22, 2014
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Seoul gears up for MU:CON 2014
MU:CON Seoul on Monday announced this year’s lineup of 45 music acts, including 29 Korean teams, which will get the much-coveted chance to showcase their music during the three-day international music fair to be held here next month. Some 70 music industry gurus from the U.S., the U.K. and elsewhere are to attend the conference which will take place in Seoul’s Itaewon area from Oct. 6-8. “It’s the third year for MU:CON. I hope that this year MU:CON takes it up a notch and firmly establishes itse
PerformanceSept. 22, 2014
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Italian conductor Muti quits Rome Opera
ROME (AFP) ― Italian conductor Riccardo Muti has thrown in the towel as the primary conductor of the Rome Opera after six years, amid funding problems and strikes, Italy’s media reported Sunday.“The conditions are lacking to ensure the necessary serenity to my leading successful productions,” Muti said in a letter published by the media, which said he had pulled out of planned productions of Verdi’s “Aida” and Mozart’s “The Marriage of Figaro.”The 73-year-old said he made the decision to pull ou
PerformanceSept. 22, 2014
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ZE:A member blasts Star Empire‘s alleged exploitation, revokes overnight
Moon Joon-young of ZE:A takes back accusations of abuse leveled against his agency, leaves fans unconvincedMoon Joon-young of K-pop boy band ZE:A. (OSEN)Moon Joon-young, the leader of K-pop boy band ZE:A, on Monday took back his fiery criticisms of his agency’s alleged exploitation of its singers, but fans remained skeptical of the “reconciliation.”The 25-year-old singer wrote on his Twitter Monday morning that he had an all-night talk the day before with Shin Ju-hak, the chief executive of Star
Sept. 22, 2014
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Park Hae-il and Yoo Yeon-suk pose for couple photo shoot
Actors Park Hae-il and Yoo Yeon-suk united for a photo shoot with fashion magazine Vogue Korea. In the images, Park’s piercing eyes and Yoo’s charisma captivate readers. Their perfect chemistry in the couple shoot has raised expectations about the two lead actors’ new film, “Informer.” The movie will be released on Oct. 2. By Yoon Ji-soo (thankque@heraldcorp.com) [Photo Credit: Vogue Korea]
Sept. 22, 2014
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Yunho proves to be ‘gentleman’ of Joseon
Actor and TVXQ member Jung Yunho showed himself to be a gentleman during the filming of the drama “The Night Watchman.”In a picture of Yunho released by MBC, the broadcaster of the drama, on Saturday, he was spotted spreading his legs and leaning down to make it easier for the stylists to apply makeup to his face.Yunho’s posture showed his consideration for others and drew the notice of his fans.The actor is currently participating in the filming of the Monday-Tuesday MBC drama “The Night Watchm
Sept. 22, 2014
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Da-yoon, daughter of Jung Woong-in, imitates cute duck
Da-yoon, the daughter of actor Jung Woong-in, copied a cute duck on the popular MBC reality show “Dad! Where Are We Going?”The wife of actor Jung Woong-in, Lee Ji-in uploaded the picture of her daughter Da-yoon on Instragram on Saturday, alongside the words saying.In the photo, Da-yoon is pouting her lips trying to mimic a duck. Her charming facial expressions were met by cooing responses from online commenters.By Park Gyu-oh (q5park@heraldcorp.com)[Photo Credit: Instagram]
Sept. 22, 2014
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Park Shin-hye thanks her Thai fans
Actress Park Shin-hye expressed gratitude toward Thai fans on Sunday.Park posted a picture of her and her fans taken during the Asian Fan meeting tour on her Twitter account. Along with the photo, she wrote, “Thank you, fans from Thailand for giving me a wonderful memory!”The actress finished her Asian fan meeting tour named “2014 Story of Angel,” having visited countries including China, Japan, Taiwan and Singapore. Park is now to begin filming the upcoming Wednesday-Thursday SBS drama “Pinocch
Sept. 22, 2014
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[Beauty] Girls’s Generation Yoona and Tiffany’s collaboration makeup Mr. Mr. M/V
MakeupBase: Hera Magic Starter 02 Innerglow Catrice All Matt Plus Shine Control Makeup Foundation Eye:Enprani Delicate Luminous Blooming Shadow 02 Orange FloraMissha The Style Monotouch shadow CBE01Lip: MustaeV Lip Pro Palette Use Missha’s The Style Monotouch shadow CBE01 and apply it all over the eyelid. The shade of the color is really delicate.Use a white shadow or any highlighter you have and apply it under the brow, just like in the picture.Then, use a glittering gold color and apply it to
Sept. 22, 2014
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Lee Ha-nui boasts alluring look with Tory Burch
Miss Korea-turned-actress Lee Ha-nui boasted an alluring look in a recent photo shoot with Tory Burch, which was disclosed on Monday. Lee showed off an artistic and free Bohemian-styled look for the F/W season. More photos are available in magazine InStyle’s October issue. (Photo credit: Tory burch)(khnews@heraldcorp.com)
Sept. 22, 2014
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Ko So-young’s elegant jewelry photos released
Actress Ko So-young disclosed on Monday elegant photos taken with high-end jewelry brand Cartier. Taking on various looks from formal to casual fashion, Ko matched the outfits with Cartier jewelry and watches. More photos are available magazine Noblesse’s October issue.(Photo credit: Cartier)(khnews@heraldcorp.com)
Sept. 22, 2014