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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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Kim Soo-hyun to proceed with controversial Chinese ad
Actor Kim Soo-hyun announced his decision to proceed with the disputed Chinese bottled water advertisement on Wednesday.Kim’s management company, Keyeast Entertainment, explained that Hengda Group and Kim have come to a settlement in a press release.“After rounds of discussion, China’s Hengda Group and Keyeast came to the agreement to fulfill the responsibility bound by the trust of two companies rather than resorting to extreme measures,” the management agency said.Keyeast Entertainment continu
June 25, 2014
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Soo-hyun of ‘Avengers 2’ reveals beauty secret that even Scarlet Johansson is curious about
“Avengers 2” cast member Soo-hyun revealed her beauty secret. The actress said that even the Hollywood star Scarlet Johansson was curious about her glowing skin. Soo-hyun said that having moist skin is very important, especially on board a plane, where it is at its driest. To moisten her skin she uses cosmetics samples.The actress also revealed that on the “Avengers” set detox juice is always provided for the cast. As a result, no one looks tired or has skin problems, she added. By Cho Han-na,
June 25, 2014
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What are 5 songs that IU enjoys?
What songs is the singer IU listening to these days?Singer IU (OSEN]On Tuesday, IU revealed five songs that she enjoys listening to through “Artist Playlist.”On the list were g.o.d.’s “Return to Me,“ Yoon Jong-Shin’s “Red-Bean Sherbet,” Lee So-Ra’s “Track 9,” 15&’s “Suger” and History’s “Psycho.” Each song is from a different genre and by an artist from a different age group. About g.o.d.’s song, IU said, “I listen to their song a lot. I love their music.”About Yoon’s song “Red-Bean Sherbet,” sh
June 25, 2014
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Lee Hyori reveals her workspace in Jejudo Island
The K-pop queen Lee Hyori revealed on Wednesday her workspace on her blog. “This is my workspace in the living room. I spend most of my time here,” she said on the blog. In the photos, Lee concentrates on doing needlework right next to objects she has made such as cushions and dolls. Lee Hyori's blogLee has been living on Jejudo Island since she married the musician Lee Sang-soon last year.She started blogging earlier this month to share her life with fans. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)
June 25, 2014
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YG Entertainment to showcase joint concert in China
Rapper Psy and several other K-pop artists managed by YG Entertainment will hold a joint concert in Shanghai in August, the agency announced on Wednesday.Dubbed “YG Family 2014 Galaxy Tour: Power in Shanghai,” the joint concert will kick off on Aug. 30 in the Chinese city, the country’s second-largest entertainment firm by sales said in a statement. The agency said Shanghai would be the base of its future overseas operations, engaging other Chinese cities and Southeast Asian countries. The agenc
June 25, 2014
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Ji-yeon surprises Si-wan with a kiss
Park Ji-yeon, a female character in MBC drama “Triangle,” surprised Yim Si-wan with a kiss, further attracting viewers’ attention to the love triangle in the soap opera. The kiss was aired Tuesday on episode 16 of “Triangle,” MBC’s Monday-Tuesday drama. After Kim Jae-joong was newly appointed casino director, Kim’s rival Yim Si-wan went to a club with Park Ji-yeon to relieve stress.But Yim only drank, so Park said, “You terribly hate meeting me, right?” Yim answered, “Not that much. It’s just
June 25, 2014
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Super Junior Kangin tries flying yoga
Super Junior member Kangin tried out flying yoga but failed on a television program. (MBC every1)On MBC every1’s TV program “A Celebrity Lives in My House 2,” Kangin only showed off his lack of flexibility while trying out flying yoga. (MBC every1)The program shows a celebrity living with a new family. In the episode, Kangin lives with a young couple who just delivered a baby. (MBC every1)All footage of him doing yoga will be aired on Thursday at 11 p.m. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)
June 25, 2014
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B1A4 starts ‘Road Trip’
B1A4 will begin their first overseas concert tour in Taipei and Shanghai this August.On Wednesday, WM Entertainment said, “B1A4 will start their overseas concert tour ‘2014 B1A4 Road Trip READY?’ in August.” B1A4 (W Ent.)B1A4’s concerts have sold out several times and their songs “Lonely” and “What’s Happening” have topped the charts.After with their fifth EP release in July, they will start their world tour in August in Taipei and Shanghai and move on to Manila in September. WM Entertainment sa
June 25, 2014
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K-pop boy group Boyfriend’s summer editorial
K-pop boy group Boyfriend’s summer editorial has been released. The concept for the shoot, in which the members showed off their manly charisma, was “Summer Boyfriend.”By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: 10+Star)
June 25, 2014
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Film stills of Ha Jung-woo in “Kundo: Age of the Rampant” revealed
Film stills of actor Ha Jung-woo in the historical blockbuster “Kundo: Age of the Rampant” were revealed on Wednesday. Film stills of actor Ha Jung-woo in “Kundo: Age of the Rampant” (Showbox)The photo on the left shows the actor playing Dolmuchi, an obedient and humble butcher, before facing the brutality of the yangban elite class. The photo on the right, on the other hand, depicts the butcher turned into the rebellious head of Kundo, a civil resistance movement, determined to fight against th
June 25, 2014
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Block B set to steal America’s heart
Idol group Block B is on a trip to the United States to hold showcases in New York; Washington, D.C.; and Florida.Block B successfully finished its first showcase in New York at Theatre at Westbury on June 22. More than 1,000 fans attended the concert and enjoyed Block B’s passionate performance.There were few Asians in attendance, and about 95 percent were New Yorkers, according to local news reports.“We recently had our first solo concert in Korea, too. We never expected to receive such a heat
June 25, 2014
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After School’s Nana in Vogue Girl magazine
After School member Nana looks bubbly and cute in a photo shoot for Vogue Girl magazine. The K-pop singer is wearing various clothes, including long dresses and checkered shirts, and is revealing her model-like figure. She said that she works out to have a healthy body. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Vogue Girl)
June 25, 2014
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Junho from 2PM poses for unique fashion editorial
2PM member Junho posed for a unique fashion shot for the fashion magazine Elle. Junho is wearing a dandy black jacket and a grey checkered suit. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Elle)
June 25, 2014
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EXO become exclusive models for MCM
EXO has proven its global popularity as its members were selected as the exclusive models for the brand MCM.EXO (SM Ent.)“EXO’s worldwide popularity and young energy are expected to express the uniqueness and modern style of MCM,” a brand official was quoted as saying.MCM is planning to release its “EXO Collaboration” in the second half of this year, targeting EXO fans and fashionistas at the same time. MCM flagship store in Myung-dong (MCM)EXO’s members are to officially start their role as bra
June 25, 2014
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Yoseob does cute ‘dolphin move’
Yoseob, a member of the idol group B2ST, showed a cute “dolphin move” to his groupmates.B2ST members recently visited the nation’s southern resort island of Jejudo to film a summer vacation episode for MBC every1’s program “Show Time -- Burning the BEAST.” During filming of the show, Yoseob talked about the famous dolphins of Jejudo Island.“My mother recently took a trip to Jejudo Island. She told me that the dolphins act cute when the crowd cheers for them,” Yoseob was quoted as saying.When the
June 25, 2014
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Hidden camera put in Luhan’s room by crazy fan
A Chinese fan of Luhan, a member of the popular boy group EXO, appears to have gone too far. Picture of Luhan taken by an obsessive fan (Weibo)The unnamed fan, who allegedly follows the private lives of EXO’s members, was found to have installed a hidden camera in Luhan’s hotel room when he recently visited China. According to news reports, she uploaded a photo of Luhan having makeup applied on Weibo, a Chinese microblogging site, shocking his fans in Korea, China and other countries. It was rep
June 25, 2014
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DBUK holds first exhibition
Design Bridge U.K. will hold its first exhibition of British and Korean artists in Seoul starting next week.The exhibition features nine artists who are either from the U.K. or have studied and lived there and looks at the theme of cultural displacement. “Through art works by Korean artists who used to stay in the U.K. and British artists who are currently staying in Korea, DBUK makes a network between Korean and British artists as well as builds a creative cultural foundation by sharing unique
Expat LivingJune 24, 2014
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Criminal justice: Jury trials in Korea
In continuing our discussion of criminal law in Korea, today we discuss a recent addition to the Korean judicial system: the jury trial. Before July 2012, all criminal trials in Korea were bench trials, in which the judge decides what is true. This contrasts with a jury trial system where the judge acts like a referee, making sure the two sides follow the law, and the jury of ordinary people decides who to believe.To qualify for a jury trial, the crime a defendant is charged with must carry a po
Expat LivingJune 24, 2014
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English camp seeks volunteer teachers
Mustard Seed, an organization that provides educational help for underprivileged children in Seoul, is seeking volunteer teachers for a one-day English camp in Sillim-dong.The camp, in its second year, is expecting to host about 150 children aged 7-13 on July 12, providing English lessons and fun activities. The camp organizers are looking for up to 20 native-speaking teachers to join its volunteer team. Volunteers help underprivileged children make flower bouquets at last year’s Mustard Seed En
Expat LivingJune 24, 2014
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Harry Potter composer to head up Venice film fest jury
Alexandre Desplat. (AFP)ROME (AFP) ― French film composer Alexandre Desplat ― whose dozens of works include the scores for “The King’s Speech” and “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows” ― will head up this year’s Venice festival jury, organizers said Monday.The Golden globe-winner behind the music in “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and “New Moon” from the Twilight saga will be the first composer to lead the jury at the world’s oldest film festival, taking place this year from Aug. 27 to Se
FilmJune 24, 2014