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Tensions heighten ahead of first president-opposition chief meeting
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Seoul to provide housing subsidy to married couples with newborns
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[KH Explains] No more 'Michael' at Kakao Games
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Rapper jailed after public street fight with another rapper
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Woman gets suspended term for injuring boyfriend with knife
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Samsung chief bolsters ties with Germany’s Zeiss
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NewJeans pops out ‘Bubble Gum’ video amid troubles at agency
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Nominee for chief of anti-corruption body pledges 'independence, effectiveness'
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Med schools expect 1,500+ new admission slots next year
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KT launches new mobile plans for foreign residents
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Expats spread word about ‘comfort women’
The plight of World War II Korean sex slaves, known euphemistically as “comfort women,” is a tragic aspect of Japan’s relationship with South Korea, but expat volunteers at a museum preserving their legacy say the issue has international relevance. “It’s not just a Korea and Japan issue, but a human rights issue,” Madhu Narayan tells visitors to the House of Sharing, a combined residence and museum for former comfort women in Gyeonggi Province. “We tend to think (sexual slavery) only ever occurr
Expat LivingJuly 22, 2014
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Apostilles: What they are, when they prove nothing
If you have dealt with Korean immigration, you have likely dealt with the apostille, which was demanded on your criminal record and degree. Or if you traded in your driver’s license an apostilled copy was required. But many people have questions about what an apostille is and why it is necessary.It is probably easiest to understand an apostille ― French for “seal” ― if we ask what purpose it might serve. Let’s begin by talking about other kinds of seals.Picture your home state. You can go to sev
Expat LivingJuly 22, 2014
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Storytelling contest open for submissions
The Asian Storytelling Committee is accepting submissions for its International Contest for Asian Creative Story until Aug. 31.The Asia Storytelling Committee aims to promote cultural exchanges across the continent. For its first project in 2011, it chose 23 myths, folktales and epics seen to be representative of Korea and Central Asia, which were then translated into Russian, English and Korean to make them accessible to an international audience. Through another initiative, the Asia Culture Co
Expat LivingJuly 22, 2014
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Free classical music concert in Gwangju
Gwangju International Center is hosting a classical music concert Saturday for Korean and expat music lovers. Honam Theological University and Seminary and regional representatives are holding the “Pong-dang Classic” at the GIC. The “Pong-dang Classic” is performed regularly in Gwangju with the purpose of bringing together classical music lovers and ordinary people. This year’s concert will have introductions in both Korean and English. The music will include tunes from famous operas such as “Co
Expat LivingJuly 22, 2014
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Makgeolli-making night in Itaewon
Itaewon’s Global Village Center will be hosting a makgeolli-making night on Friday.Makgeolli is a traditional Korean rice wine that is made from water, yeast and fermented boiled rice, the latter of which gives the beverage its alcoholic and milky properties. At the end of the session, participants will be able to take home their very own handmade makgeolli. The event will run from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and will cost 10,000 won. To register, you may visit the center, call (02) 2119-8883-4 or send an e
Expat LivingJuly 22, 2014
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RASKB to host talk on Korean shamanism
Lecturer Liora Sarfati of Tel Aviv University will lead a talk on Tuesday, July 29, about Korean shamanism in the media. Korean shamans, known as mudang or manshin, still exist today, continuing their ancient practices even within the Seoul metropolitan area. Sarfati will discuss the portrayal of Korean shamanism in film, TV and online to demonstrate the tradition’s presence in modern society. She will also present her ideas on how technological advances have contributed to the survival of this
Expat LivingJuly 22, 2014
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First glimpses into musical ‘Woyzeck’
Yun Ho-jin, the man behind Korea’s two most successful original musicals “Last Empress” and “Hero,” has offered a sneak preview of the musical “Woyzeck,” his most ambitious undertaking in a more than 20-year career in theater.The cast performed five of the songs ― composed by an obscure British band called The Singing Loins ― at the LG Arts Center in Seoul, Monday, giving a glimpse into the much-anticipated show slated for a world premiere here in October. If Monday’s sampling is any indication,
CultureJuly 22, 2014
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Historical manuscript reveals Joseon military capability
The National Library of Korea has disclosed a rare document showing the military capability of the Joseon era (1392-1910), Monday.Joseon officials prepared manuscripts to complete “haeyu,” the process of transferring duties to a successor.The library’s disclosed haeyu document was compiled by Yoon Bin, an army second deputy of the West North Camp in Giljumok, North Hamgyong Province, during the ninth year of King Jeongjo’s reign (1785), for his successor Kim Se-hui. Kim then confirmed the report
CultureJuly 22, 2014
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‘The Man the Sea Saw,’ a one-man physical theater show for families
Theater playwright and performer Wolfe Bowart has dedicated his life to engaging audiences of all ages and nationalities through thought-provoking, physical comedy. Bowart admitted that he was always a “goofball” as a kid, wanting to share stories in front of an audience and engage a crowd to elicit one of the most satisfying reactions a physical comedian can receive ― laughter. However, after studying theater and receiving his degree, the actor ended up in Hollywood ― the mecca for most of the
PerformanceJuly 22, 2014
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SM to debut idol girl group in August
(From left) Irene, Seulgi and WendySM Entertainment announced on Tuesday that it is preparing to debut a new girl group in August. The group will consist of four members including current SM trainees Seulgi, Irene and Wendy, all from the predebut team SM Rookies. The last member is a high school senior who resembles actress Kim Yoo-jung, according to the agency.It will be the first girl group debuted by SM since it launched f(x) in 2009.Local news media say SM will likely place the concept of th
July 22, 2014
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‘Weird Al’ on his weirdly successful week in music
LOS ANGELES (AP) ― Attention pop stars: If “Weird Al” Yankovic shows up at your concert or has tracked down your personal email address, you’re likely his next parody conquest. Such was the case for artists like Pharrell and Iggy Azalea, who are covered by Yankovic in his latest album, “Mandatory Fun.” For his 14th studio effort, released last week, Yankovic had his heart set on Williams’ No. 1 smash “Happy.” When he didn’t hear back from Pharrell’s camp, he decided to go straight to the source.
PerformanceJuly 22, 2014
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Knife Party, Krewella to join Seoul electronic music festival
Internationally renowned electronic music acts Knife Party and Krewella will be making their way to Seoul to perform at this year’s edition of the electronic dance music festival Global Gathering Korea, organizers said Tuesday.Global Gathering Korea 2014 will take place on Oct. 4 at Olympic Stadium at Jamsil Sports Complex, unlike previous editions, which were held at Caribbean Bay waterpark in Yongin, Gyeonggi Province. More information about the artist lineup will be announced in the coming mo
PerformanceJuly 22, 2014
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2AM’s Jeong Jin-woon flaunts six-pack
Jeong Jin-woon of K-pop boy band 2AM revealed his masculine side in his latest pictorial in the fashion magazine Arena Homme Plus. The men’s magazine released pictures of 23-year-old idol showing off his new six-pack. The full pictorial will be available in the August edition of the magazine. Jeong, the youngest member of the K-pop ballad group, is now starring in the tvN drama “Marriage over Love.” (laeticia.ock@heraldcorp.com)
July 22, 2014
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JYJ unveils teaser video for new track ‘Back Seat’
K-pop boy band JYJ’s teaser video for its new tune “Back Seat” was released Tuesday, raising expectations for its upcoming studio album.The group’s agency C-Jes Entertainment dropped the video at noon, Tuesday, on YouTube and music streaming charts online.In the video, fans can get a glimpse of the urban R&B song that will focus on showing off the idols’ sensuality. The group’s long-awaited comeback is imminent, with their second studio album, “Just Us” and the music video for the title track “
July 22, 2014
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Sistar’s Hyorin tattooed to hide scar from surgery
Hyorin, a member of the K-pop girl group Sistar, came back on stage with a new tattoo on her abdomen.During the showcase for Sistar’s newly released EP “Touch & Move” on Monday at 2 p.m., Hyorin revealed the reason way she got a cross tattoo.“The scar on my belly was my biggest complex. Whenever I wanted to wear pretty clothes I couldn’t (because of the scar) so rather than showing off the scar, I looked for a way to cover it,” Hyorin explained.The singer also explained the meaning behind the ta
July 22, 2014
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Park Shin-hye sings, cooks and talks with her fans in Japan
Korean actress Park Shin-hye started her Asian tour “2014 Story of Angel” in Japan on July 19 and 20.The event was held in Osaka and Tokyo, and was comprised of a live performance and a talk show.In the first part, Park beautifully sang six songs including her own and her drama soundtrack. In the middle of her performance, Park’s brother Park Shin-won, the composer of her recently released song “My Dear,” appeared unexpectedly. Park sang three songs, “Pitch Black,” “Arm Pillow,” and “My Dear,” a
July 22, 2014
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B2ST’s Lee Ki-gwang topless with wet hair, flawless skin after shower
Lee Ki-gwang of K-pop boy band B2ST showed off his sensuality in a selfie he took after having a shower. Lee disclosed the photo on Monday on his Twitter account. “Moisturized after shower. I am going to bed. Bye to you all,” he wrote in the caption.He is topless and his hair is still wet as if he took the picture right after he got out of the shower.Lee’s group B2ST plans to meet fans at the upcoming concert “Beautiful Show 2014” in August. (laeticia.ock@heraldcorp.com)
July 22, 2014
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2PM’s Ok Taecyeon says ‘I can’t sleep these days’
Ok Taecyeon from the K-pop boy group 2PM released a selfie taken along the Hangang River in Seoul at 4 a.m. on Tuesday. In the photo, he is smiling and wearing a sleeveless shirt and a cap with the tranquil river in the background. “I cannot sleep well these days ... so I came to the river. I feel like drinking beer before going to bed, but I would gain weight if I did that ... I am refreshing my mood by listening to g.o.d’s song ‘0%,’” the idol wrote in the caption. (laeticia.ock@heraldcorp.co
July 22, 2014
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Agencies deny dating rumors about Baek Jin-hee, Park Seo-joon
(OSEN)The star agency of Baek Jin-hee, the heroine of MBC’s “Triangle,” on Tuesday denied rumors that the actress has been dating actor Park Seo-joon.Baek’s agency Snowball Entertainment told a local online tabloid, “We contacted Ms. Baek Jin-hee and were informed that the two are intimate but not dating.” Park’s agency, KEYEAST, also denied the dating rumors, stating, “The two have participated in the same drama for a long time and naturally became close. But we believe the two are not in a lov
July 22, 2014
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Singer Yoo Chae-yeong in critical condition with stomach cancer
South Korean singer and actress Yoo Chae-yeong is suffering from advanced gastric cancer, a Korean media outlet reported Monday. According to the reports, Yoo was first diagnosed with advanced stomach cancer last October during a medical check-up. The 36-year-old entertainer then underwent surgery, but her condition did not improve. Yoo Chae-yeong (150 Entertainment) She is now in critical condition as the cancer has spread. She is still undergoing treatment. “My wife Chae-yeong made many peop
July 22, 2014