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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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Lee Jong-sup resigns as envoy to Australia
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Official campaigning kicks off for April 10 elections
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Yellow dust engulfs S. Korea, advisory alert issued
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S. Korea to boost support for single-parent families
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Court upholds jail term for man who attempted to murder ex-girlfriend
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Kia EV9 wins world car of year
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Korea misses out on global bond index boost
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Summer fruit crumble at Canvas Cake
There is a method to Canvas Cake pastry chef Choi Yoon-young’s nectarine crumble, a dish that appears deceptively messy at first glance but, after that first bite, proves to be a studied interplay of textures and flavors. The veteran baker keeps the skins on the summer fruit to give the dessert a “pinkish hue.” Heaps of brown and white sugar and plenty of butter are used unsparingly to give the topping sprinkled over the juicy nectarines its crisp sweetness, while toasted almonds and Tahitian va
FoodAug. 8, 2014
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Spain’s largest hotel chain joins shark fin ban
MADRID (AFP) ― Spain’s biggest hotel chain Melia Hotels International said Monday it has removed shark fin from the menu of all of its restaurants around the world, joining a growing global campaign against the popular delicacy in Asia.“With the removal of shark fin as an ingredient, Melia contributes to the protection of the important role sharks have in maintaining balance in marine ecosystems,” the company said in a statement.“As predators, sharks are a key species in the food chain and also
TravelAug. 8, 2014
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U.S. airfares on the rise, outpacing inflation
NEW YORK (AP) ― The average roundtrip ticket within the U.S., including taxes, reached $509.15 in the first six months of this year, up nearly $14 from the same period last year. Domestic airfare continues to outpace local inflation, rising 2.7 percent compared to the 2.1 percent gain in the Consumer Price Index.Airfare has gone up 10.7 percent in the past five years ― after adjusting for inflation ― according to an Associated Press analysis of data from the Airlines Reporting Corp., which proce
TravelAug. 8, 2014
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Around the hotels
Seafood Night at Conrad Seoul Conrad Seoul’s buffet restaurant Zest is holding a seafood night every Tuesday during the month of August. Zest’s open kitchen and live cooking stations will showcase seafood dishes from around the world. Highlights include marinated chili crab in the Korean section, a tuna-carving table at the Japanese corner, and fresh seafood ingredients cooked to order at the Teppanyaki station. In addition, guests can sample steamed snow crab and grilled scallops, to name just
TravelAug. 8, 2014
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Hobak buchim (zucchini pancakes)
Hobak buchim (zucchini pancakes) (Korean Bapsang)One of my favorite things to make with summer zucchinis is hobak buchim. Like pajeon and kimchijeon, hobak buchim (also called buchimgae) is a variation of savory Korean pancakes. You can make this recipe simply with zucchini, or add some other vegetables such as perilla leaves, chili peppers, scallions or onions to complement. I added sliced sweet onions in this recipe. Salt the julienned zucchinis and squeeze out the liquid for a crunchy texture
FoodAug. 8, 2014
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Psy filming ‘Daddy’ music video
PsyRapper Psy is currently shooting the music video for his upcoming track “Daddy” around major cities in Korea, local news outlets reported.Filming for the music video kicked off in Seoul on Aug. 3 and took place mainly in the capital and Busan.News about the filming went viral after some Busan residents posted what they saw on social networking sites. Psy was seen making monkey-like dance moves for an hour with an electric sign that read “Psy in the sky” and a slew of skyscrapers in the backgr
Aug. 8, 2014
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2PM to come back with self-composed song
South Korean boy band 2PM will make a grand return to the K-pop scene in September, the group’s agency JYP Entertainment announced Friday. The six-member band plans to drop the fourth studio album and EP in Korea and Japan, respectively, more than a year after it released the third studio album “Grown.” The soon-to-be-released albums will include different songs apart from the title track. The upcoming album is attracting a bigger spotlight than ever as its title song was written by 2PM’s memb
Aug. 8, 2014
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Park Gun-hyung to marry noncelebrity 11 years younger
Actor Park Gun-hyung and a female model appear on the photo editorial for fashion magazine Gentleman.Actor Park Gun-hyung will tie the knot in October with her noncelebrity fiancee, NAMOOACTORS Co. confirmed on Friday.Park, 37, and his fiancee have been dating for two years, the agency said. The bride-to-be is 11 years younger than Park. The marriage on Oct. 20 will be a private affair, inviting only family and close friends.“He has commenced a new life as a man. We ask for your support with Par
Aug. 8, 2014
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‘It’s Okay, That’s Love’ Lee Sung-kyoung flaunts funky threads
Model and actress Lee Sung-kyoung has appeared in a photo shoot for fashion brand LAP. Lee matched various patterned items and showed off a unique, funky vibe. She also wore unique hairbands. Lee has enjoyed rising popularity through her latest drama, “It’s Okay, That’s Love,” on SBS. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Picture credit: LAP)
Aug. 8, 2014
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Lee Jong-suk says he is ‘blooming’
Actor Lee Jong-suk shared a few photos showing his recent life for fans on Friday. “How are you doing? I am lost and wandering for the last month. ... Just like you said, I am blooming while being shaken. ... Hmm!!! Thus, I am growing up well!” Lee wrote on Weibo. In the photos, thought to have been taken in the U.S., the 26-year-old heartthrob is beaming while making V-signs in exotic streets. The model-turned-actor made his drama debut in 2010. He recently gained acclaim for his role as a Nor
Aug. 8, 2014
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'Gangnam Style' again on top of Billboard genre chart
South Korean pop sensation Psy's 2012 global mega-hit, "Gangnam Style," has topped a Billboard genre chart again this week, the charts company said Friday, a move showing the song's long-lasting popularity.The song rose to the top of Billboard's Dance/Electronic Streaming Songs Chart again, climbing a notch from the No. 2 spot shared by "Turn Down For What," a 2013 single by DJ Snake and Lil Jon, last week."Gangnam Style" had spent seven weeks at No. 2 on the "Hot 100," Billboard's main chart, a
Aug. 8, 2014
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JYJ’s new album ranks 4th on Billboard
K-pop boy band JYJ’s long-awaited new album “Just Us” reached fourth place on the latest Billboard world album chart on Thursday.The global music chart is ranked in terms of sales data compiled by music sales tracker Nielsen Soundscan. Irish band Gaelic Storm topped the latest chart with its greatest hits compilation album, “Best of Gaelic Storm.” JYJ (C-JeS Entertainment)Released on July 29, “Just Us” is the group’s second full-length album, released three years after its debut record “The Begi
Aug. 8, 2014
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Son Dam-bi shows 'sexy healthiness'
K-pop singer Son Dam-bi mixed her charming looks with a healthy theme for style magazine High Cut. Released on Aug. 7, the singer posed in sports jackets, leggings and sneakers, carrying bags of fruit and vegetables.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Picture credit: High Cut)
Aug. 8, 2014
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Lee Hyori keeps fame in sexy summer editorial
K-pop diva Lee Hyori’s sexy charisma won over readers in a recent photoshoot for fashion magazine 1st Look. The K-pop star showed off her new hairdo — a short bob. She also wore a range of outfits, including a blue top and a pair of “boyfriend-style” jeans from SPA brand JOE FRESH. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Picture credit: 1st Look)
Aug. 8, 2014
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Film 'Roaring Currents' tops 8m viewers at box office
A homegrown action film about a 16th-century Korean naval hero's astonishing victory against Japan has surpassed 8 million viewers at a record pace, the movie's investor-distributor said Friday."Roaring Currents" exceeded the milestone on Friday morning, the 10th day since it opened, attracting more than 8.14 million moviegoers, CJ Entertainment said.It passed the 8 million mark in the fastest time in local box-office history. The previous record was 16 days set by "The Thieves" in 2012.The hist
Aug. 8, 2014
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Psy filming ‘Daddy’ MV in Korea
South Korean rapper Psy is shooting a music video for his upcoming track “Daddy” around major cities in Korea from Aug. 3, Korean news outlets reported Thursday. The large-scale music video filming kicked off in Seoul on Aug. 3 and took place mainly in the capital and the southern port city of Busan. The news about Psy’s music video shooting went viral after some Busan residents posted what they witnessed to social networking sites. (OSEN)According to residents, Psy was sighted making monkey-li
Aug. 8, 2014
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Startling novel urges Abe to apologize
With Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe pushing agendas of nationalism and historical revisionism, Japan and South Korea’s ties are at their lowest ebb in decades with no immediate signs of a thaw. Kim Jung-hyun, author of the 1996 bestseller “The Father” that sold over 2 million copies, wrote a new historical fantasy, “Ahn Jung-geun Shot Abe,” in hopes of getting a strong message across to Japan. “I did not write this novel to warn Abe, but to give him a chance to examine himself and feel some
BooksAug. 7, 2014
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Hallyu star Bae’s agency joins forces with China’s SOHU
Korean entertainment firm KEYEAST ― led by hallyu star Bae Yong-joon and home to high-profile actors including Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Hyun-joong ― has established a strategic business partnership with Chinese online services company SOHU.com Inc. to better carry out its activities in the Chinese market.“KEYEAST is forming a strategic partnership by signing a capital transfer agreement with SOHU to speed up its entry into the Chinese market,” the company said Wednesday.Fox Video, a wholly owned sub
Aug. 7, 2014
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Using good music to change perceptions
This is the 11th in a series highlighting women and their accomplishments in the various facets of the Korean entertainment industry. ― Ed.Though she’s only been a professional DJ for two years, DJ Navi says she hopes that she and other female DJs can break down current perceptions of women in the DJ world. “I believe all those DJs and myself, we have to break those perceptions. Even my friends who are DJs, we get a lot of that. ‘Oh, they look pretty, but their music isn’t good enough,’” she sai
PerformanceAug. 7, 2014
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‘Kyoto Inferno’ stars appear at Manila film fest
MANILA, Philippines (AP) ― Japanese lead actor Takeru Satoh of the hit action movie “Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Inferno,” and other cast members have graced the film’s Asian premiere in Manila, where the first “Rurouni Kenshin” shown last year reportedly broke the record for a Japanese movie in the Philippines. Filipino fans loudly cheered Satoh, who plays a legendary assassin-turned-conflicted hero Kenshin Himura during Japan’s Meiji era, actress Emi Takei, actor Munetaka Aoki and director Keishi O
FilmAug. 7, 2014