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Court refuses injunction on medical school expansion
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Why Korean crime stories typically feature nameless, faceless perpetrators
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Debate on 'no-seniors zones' heats up
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Is NewJeans headed for a long 'break'?
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S. Korea, Cambodia forge strategic partnership
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Police raid popera singer Kim Ho-joong's house over hit-and-run suspicions
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[KH Explains] Hyundai-backed Motional’s struggles deepen as Tesla eyes August robotaxi debut
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Trump may like to 'solve' N. Korean nuclear problem if reelected: ex-official
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New Seoul High Prosecutors’ Office chief vows full-fledged probe into first lady
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Kepco to raise electricity prices as total debt soars past W200tr
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Mercure’s Sky lounge ‘Kloud’ sets new standard for Gangnam bars
Following is part of a series on Seoul’s hottest bars and clubs. ― Ed. Though Korea is known to have some of the best night life in Asia, very few bars provide guests with the opportunity to enjoy a drink with a view of night sky and the fresh air. Though many would like to enjoy their drink with a nice breeze and a view of Seoul, they are usually trapped in dark bars and clubs, bombarded with neon lights and the obnoxious smell of smoke. It might be the weather; unlike tropical cities with many
TravelNov. 28, 2012
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Charcuterie meat products for holiday feasts
When Belgian charcutier Benito Plasschaert visited Korea 20 years ago to train staff at a major hotel in Seoul, perhaps no one had ever heard of charcuterie or tasted meat products other than ham. But when he returned last year and again this year for the promotion of prepared meat products at Grand Hyatt Seoul, he was surprised to see people waiting for him and his products ranging from sausages and hams to more unfamiliar products such as pates, terrines, rilletes and meatloaf. Plasschaert pre
FoodNov. 28, 2012
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Korea Foundation examines cross-cultural challenges in multicultural world
The Korea Foundation is holding a seminar that examines challenges in the multicultural world and explores ways to foster intercultural understandings and mutual respect. The state organization affiliated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade kicks off the five-day seminar Thursday at Mayfield Hotel in Seoul that brings together world-renowned scholars and experts in the field of multiculturalism. About 50 experts from academia, international organizations, nonprofit organizations and g
CultureNov. 28, 2012
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Exhibition tracks down 3,000-year history of glass
Glass has always been one of the most used materials for arts. Over 7,000 years, its ingredients, production methods and style may have changed, but glass has managed to attract people from around the world with its fragile but transparent beauty. Chinese writer Wang Wei once said, “You embrace the light but has nowhere to hide it. You hold the cleanness but seem empty,” praising the abstruseness of the material. The National Museum of Korea’s new exhibition, “History in Glass: 3,000 years of gl
CultureNov. 28, 2012
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‘Moonrise Kingdom,’ ‘Silver Linings’ lead Spirit Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) ― The oddball romances “Moonrise Kingdom” and “Silver Linings Playbook” picked up five nominations each Tuesday to lead the Spirit Awards honoring independent film.Both films are competing for the best-picture prize at the Spirit Awards, one of Hollywood’s first big announcements on the long road to the Oscars.Also competing for best picture are the father-daughter tale “Beasts of the Southern Wild”; the black comedy “Bernie”; and the gay drama “Keep the Lights On.”“Silver Linin
FilmNov. 28, 2012
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Yo-seob of Beast makes debut solo album
Yang Yo-seob, musical actor and main vocalist of K-pop group Beast, has released his first solo EP album, titled “The First Collage,” on Monday.The album, which includes five tracks, was partly produced by rapper, composer and fellow Beast member Yong Jun-hyung, who co-wrote, produced and is featured in one of the tracks, “Caffeine.” “You’re bad to me, so bad to me, oh girl, you’re like caffeine,” is the main chorus line to the title track, which is an upbeat ballad comparing the trials of love
PerformanceNov. 28, 2012
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Rising hallyu star Park Si-hoo to take on ‘loser’ role
After a string of successes including hit dramas “Iljimae” and “The Princess’ Man,” actor Park Si-hoo is now trying out a new role as a wealthy, successful but petty-minded businessman in the upcoming SBS drama, “Cheongdam-dong Alice.”The romantic comedy is about a struggling young designer facing devastation and challenges after meeting a wealthy, arrogant businessman in Cheongdam-dong, one of the most affluent districts in Seoul. Alongside Park, acclaimed actresses Moon Geun-young and So E-hyu
TelevisionNov. 28, 2012
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Former KCC member Shin to head EBS
The Korea Communications Commission on Wednesday appointed Shin Yong-sub, former KCC standing committee member, as president of the Educational Broadcasting System. “We had a policy of choosing someone professional in the public broadcasting service and who has the ability and vision to provide lifelong education to the public. Shin was the perfect fit,” the commission said. Shin, scheduled to be inaugurated on Friday, will serve for three years. He graduated from Yonsei University and started h
PeopleNov. 28, 2012
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Hugo Chavez heading to Cuba for more treatment
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) ― Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez announced plans to travel to Cuba as early as Tuesday for more medical treatment after spending much of the past 18 months fighting cancer. In a written request to the legislature, Chavez said doctors have recommended he “begin special treatment consisting of various sessions of hyperbaric oxygenation” and physical therapy to continue “consolidating the process of strengthening health.”The request did not provide more details about the t
PeopleNov. 28, 2012
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Acid attack victim forced to remarry attacker
A horrid story of a Bangladesh woman who was forced to remarry her former husband after he threw acid on her face has been reported by the Huffington Post.Nurbanu, a 36-year-old housewife whose full name was not revealed, was attacked by her ex-husband eight days after she divorced him for having an affair. The man doused Nurbanu with acid, making her permanently blind and so severely injured that she is no longer even able to prepare a meal for herself.While the attacker was serving time for hi
PeopleNov. 28, 2012
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Korea's 16th-century guns unearthed in southern waters
A rare find of guns from the 16th century has been discovered in South Korea’s southern waters, along with stone bullets and celadon pieces from the Goryeo period, officials said Wednesday.The National Research Institute of Maritime Cultural Heritage conducted an underwater survey off Jin Island and found three guns believed to have been used by Korea‘s naval forces led by Admiral Yi Sun-shin during the Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592, the research institute said.The discovery is all the more
CultureNov. 28, 2012
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Woman locked up in Alec Baldwin NY stalking case
Police surprised a Canadian actress accused of stalking Alec Baldwin by locking her up again Tuesday at the close of an otherwise-routine court appearance.Authorities wouldn‘t discuss why Genevieve Sabourin was re-arrested in Manhattan. But a judge had ordered her to stay away from the ``30 Rock’‘ star, and there were recent media reports that she had posted angry tweets about his new wife.``Why am I being arrested?’‘ she asked as she was led away in handcuffs.Defense attorney Rick Pasacreta con
FilmNov. 28, 2012
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Psy delays trip to Thailand due to fatigue
Korean pop sensation Psy canceled his scheduled departure to Thailand on Tuesday due to accumulated fatigue, his domestic management company said.The 34-year-old rapper was supposed to leave for Thailand on Tuesday afternoon but decided not to board a plane bound for the country due to "bad conditions," an official from the management company said."He has to leave anyway to attend press conferences and performances scheduled for Wednesday in Bangkok but we cannot say what exact time he will leav
Nov. 27, 2012
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French group to hold beaujolais party
Alliance Francaise will be hosting a beaujolais nouveau party on Friday from 7 p.m. at the Goeun Museum of Photography in Busan. As well as wine, there will be cheese and other food and a performance by classical music quartet Cleda. Their numbers will include Alfred Eric Leslie Stie’s “Je te Veux” and Maurice Joseph Ravel’s first String Quartet in F Major.Tickets are 22,500 won for alliance members and 25,000 won for nonmembers. Reservations can be made in advance by calling (051) 465-0306.For
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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BIWA to run charity bazaar
Busan International Women’s Association will run its annual Christmas Bazaar in aid of local charities Saturday. Handmade Christmas crafts and baked goods will be on sale at the fair. There will also be a raffle, the chance to have your picture taken with Santa and other events.The bazaar will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the conference center of the Haeundae Grand Hotel’s Leisure Building. Entrance is 2,000 won, but free for children under 12.The proceeds will go to help orphanages, disabled p
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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English seminar on tax-saving for businesses
Yeouido Global Business Center will run a seminar in English on Friday on tax-saving strategies for businesses.The seminar will be led by Kim Sung-whee of the international division of Hanul Accounting Firm, and will offer advice on VAT, filing expenses, how to convert from proprietorship to a corporation and its advantages and disadvantages.The talk runs from 4-6 p.m. at the Regus Business Center on the 10th floor of the Kyobo Securities Building in Yeouido.Registration can be made until Thursd
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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Ulsan charity night to help Filipino typhoon victims
Manilla Town in Ulsan will run a special event to help victims of this year’s Typhoon in the Philippines on Saturday.Rock & Rhythm to the Rescue will be held at the ZUZU Noretown in Sangnam-dong from 8 p.m.The entertainment includes live music from bands including ‘Stache Potatoes, the Ulsan Pinoy Band and Pachucco Trio, as well as singles and couples dance competitions.“I visited my country again last summer in August, and I myself experienced seeing roofs blown away by the strong winds, floods
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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Rubber Soul bounces back for fifth year
Annual AIDS-awareness event Rubber Seoul will take over five Hongdae clubs again on Saturday, raising money for HIV-AIDS charity Little Travellers.The event has been run annually since 2008 to coincide with World AIDS Day, which falls on Dec. 1. “I’m so excited,” said organizer Jenny Maxwell. “It’s not fallen on World AIDS Day while I’ve been here, it’s always been the weekend after.”From 9 p.m., more than 20 Korean and expat bands will be performing at Club TA, Club FF, Gogos2, Freebird and DGB
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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‘Doll’s House’ looks at trouble of keeping up appearances
Probationary Theater Company delves into a tale of strife for its first-ever period play.White Box Theater will provide the stage for their performance of Henrik Ibsen’s “A Doll’s House” for two weekends starting Friday. Written in 1879, the play looks at the relationship between Nora Helmer and her husband Torvald in Norway at the time.The play broke new ground in realism and exploration of marriage and relationships within the family. Many have interpreted “A Doll’s House” as a feminist play,
Expat LivingNov. 27, 2012
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Walking down the streets and alleyways of post-war Korea
Following is part of a series exploring unique museums, collections and the passionate collectors behind them. ― Ed.The mid-20th century was a turbulent era for Korean culture and history.The suffering of Japan’s 35-year colonial rule was followed by the chaos of the Korean War, which resulted in the death of 5 million soldiers and civilians. After the three-year war ended in 1953, the nation was ravaged by widespread poverty and famine.For those who have ever wondered what it was like walking
CultureNov. 27, 2012