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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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S. Korea, Cambodia forge strategic partnership
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Rare mid-May heavy snow warning issued over mountainous areas of Gangwon
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Is NewJeans headed for a long 'break'?
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[KH Explains] Hyundai-backed Motional’s struggles deepen as Tesla eyes August robotaxi debut
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Police raid popera singer Kim Ho-joong's house over hit-and-run suspicions
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New Seoul High Prosecutors’ Office chief vows full-fledged probe into first lady
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Trump may like to 'solve' N. Korean nuclear problem if reelected: ex-official
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Chinese political system could ‘blow up,’ says U.S. academic
PARIS (AFP) ― China’s top-down political system, under pressure from a growing middle class empowered by wealth and social networks, is likely to “blow up at some point,” U.S. academic Francis Fukuyama told AFP in an interview.“China has always been a country with a big information problem where the emperor can’t figure out what’s going on” at a grassroots level, said Fukuyama, best known for his 1992 book “The End of History and the Last Man,” which argues that liberal democracy is the fulcrum
PeopleOct. 14, 2012
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Eric Clapton sells Richter painting for record $34.2m
LONDON (AFP) ― A painting by Gerhard Richter owned by British guitarist Eric Clapton has sold for 21.3 million pounds ($34.2 million), a record for the work of a living artist, auction house Sotheby’s said.An anonymous bidder bought the red, blue and yellow oil painting on canvas, “Abstraktes Bild (809-4),” in London on Friday for more than ten times the $3.4 million that Clapton paid for the painting plus two others in New York in 2001.The price beat pre-sale estimates and Richter’s previous re
PerformanceOct. 14, 2012
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Swimmer Thorpe reveals battle with depression
SYDNEY (AFP) ― Australia’s five-time Olympic gold medalist Ian Thorpe has spent much of his life battling depression, and even considered suicide, excerpts from a new book by the swimmer revealed Saturday.The swimmer also uses the book to address persistent rumors about his sexuality, saying: “For the record, I am not gay,” adding that he would one day like to have a family.The soon-to-be-released book “This is Me: The Autobiography” describes the athlete’s struggle with what he describes as “cr
PeopleOct. 14, 2012
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N.Y. stylist Field pushes Korean fashion
Famous fashion stylist Patricia Field, who served as a costume designer for “Sex and the City” and “The Devil Wears Prada,” hosted a Korean fashion event last Thursday in New York. The celebrated stylist attracted more than 200 people in the fashion industry to the event titled “K-fashion Sensation” held at Dream Hotel, a modern luxury hotel in Manhattan, and introduced Korean fashion brands by having models wear clothes designed by Korean brands such as Buckaroo and Morine Comte Marant.The even
Arts & DesignOct. 14, 2012
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Restaurant removes urinals shaped like woman’s mouth
SYDNEY (AFP) -- A sumptuous new French restaurant in Sydney said Wednesday it would remove two urinals designed to resemble a woman‘s lipsticked mouth, apologising for any offence they have caused.The Ananas Bar and Brasserie said the bright red-lipped urinals shaped like an open mouth were “a commonly used European design piece from female Dutch artist Meike van Schijndel.”“We sincerely apologise
FoodOct. 14, 2012
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Busan film fest closes with fanfare
Korean actors Bang Eun-jin and Lee Jae-hoon hosts the closing ceremony of the 17th Busan International Film Festival in Busan on Saturday. (Yonhap News)The 10-day Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) closed Saturday after demonstrating its growing stature as Asia's largest film event.The curtains came down with the screening of "Television," a family-focused movie directed by Mostafa Farooki f
FilmOct. 14, 2012
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Autumn picnics under turning leaves
From mountains to ancient cities, Korea becomes heaven for picnickersWhen autumn comes, picnickers get excited: It’s time to enjoy the changing foliage. When mountains and fields in the country are filled with red and yellow leaves, Koreans pack their lunches and rush to nearby mountains or valleys to enjoy hiking, chatting, singing and socializing. Major roads to these tourist areas are jammed, toilets have long queues and beverage sales soar, thanks to people who want to enjoy the autumn color
CultureOct. 12, 2012
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Exhibition“Erwin Olaf”: Gallery Kong holds the first solo exhibition of Dutch photographer Erwin Olaf in Korea. The international award-winning photographer exploits his experience as a successful commercial photographer and creates his own distinctive style. Through his photos, Olaf explores social problems of the day such as isolation and hidden racial discrimination. He shows two most recent series “The Keyholes” and “Dawn and Dusk” that involve different mediums such as installation, photogr
PerformanceOct. 12, 2012
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DJ Havana Brown runs the nightHavana Brown“When the Lights Go Out”(Universal)Call up your friends for a night of drinking, dancing and raving with DJ Havana Brown’s debut album “When the Lights Go Out.”As a newcomer to the scene, this Australian DJ’s first studio album with five tracks is the kind of club playlist you’d hope for during a night out with your friends while letting your inhibitions run free. Brown’s first single, “We Run the Night,” featuring hip-hop hit-maker Pitbull, keeps your b
PerformanceOct. 12, 2012
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Box office
A Company Man (Korea)Opened Oct. 11Action. Thriller. Directed by Lim Sang-yoon. Hyeong-do (So Ji-sub) is a professional killer. He works for an organization that disguises itself as an ordinary metal manufacturing company. He never makes a mistake, is loyal to his boss, and is always on top of things. He is one of the most trusted killers in the organization; he does not have a life outside his work, as he has no family to take care of, and has no friends to spend time with. One day, however, he
FilmOct. 12, 2012
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Ben Affleck makes his mark directing smart thrillers
The physical requirements for the scene weren’t complicated. Bryan Cranston, who plays CIA manager Jack O’Donnell in director Ben Affleck’s hostage rescue drama “Argo,” had to walk from one office to another, and as laid out in a Los Angeles set late last year, a straight line ran from point A to point B.But before Cranston took a step, Affleck pulled the actor aside and redirected him.Iranian militants had just stormed the U.S. embassy in Tehran, and details about the 1979 takeover were muddled
FilmOct. 12, 2012
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Qatar Airways joins airline alliance
NEW YORK (AP) ― Qatar Airways is joining an alliance of airlines including American Airlines, British Airways and nine other carriers that coordinate routes and allow passengers to earn frequent-flier miles on each other’s flights.The inclusion in the oneworld alliance ― aimed at allowing passengers to hop around the globe easier ― signals the growing importance of Persian Gulf carriers such as Doha-based Qatar. “Alliances are playing an increasingly important role in the airline industry today
TravelOct. 12, 2012
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Harbour Plaza Hotels, Resorts named ‘Best Local Hotel Chain’
Harbour Plaza Hotels and Resorts, a hotel chain in Hong Kong and mainland China, has received the award of Best Local Hotel Chain by TTG Travel Awards, a prestigious travel award given by the travel industry publication TTG Asia, for three consecutive years.The award is an established benchmark of quality for the travel industry and consumers. The major hotel chain offers a distinctive blend of comfortable elegance, understated luxury and value for money, the publication said. The company curren
TravelOct. 12, 2012
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KTO holding ‘Gangnam Style’ event
The Korea Travel Organization holds a “Gangnam Style” contest that offers a free trip to Korea for the winners. Winners will receive two round-trip airline tickets to Korea plus a two-night stay at Sheraton Grande Walkerhill in Seoul. Other prizes include CDs by Psy and other K-pop singers, Seoul travel guidebooks and traditional mask-shaped soaps. Participants can join two events until Oct. 28. The first event asks participants to make a 10-minute video clip about their own Korean style, upload
TravelOct. 12, 2012
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Air Busan increases Busan-Fukuoka service in November
Air Busan announced it will increase the frequency of its nonstop service between Busan and Fukuoka to two flights daily, in the morning and afternoon. To celebrate the launch of the new service, Air Busan is offering a special discount on airline tickets for travelers flying from Busan to Fukuoka and Osaka. The discounted price is available for those who book the service by Oct. 21 for flights from Nov. 15-30. During the event period, a round-trip ticket from Busan to Fukuoka costs 164,800 won
TravelOct. 12, 2012
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Taste Korea’s best rice at Icheon festival
Icheon in Gyeonggi Province, famous for producing high-quality rice, is holding a rice festival this month to celebrate the harvest. The city will hold its 14th rice festival from Oct. 25-28 and offers a variety of activities related to rice and Korean agricultural traditions and customs. Korea’s traditional activities and performances held during the harvest season in the old days will be recreated to celebrate the successful harvest season this year despite frequent typhoons and rains this sum
TravelOct. 12, 2012
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Pondering the mysteries of Easter Island
EASTER ISLAND, Chile (AP) ― From its famed giant stone statues to finding a good, affordable hotel, Easter Island is full of mysteries.There are ancient questions, like how the statues were transported, and why the island lost its trees. And there are modern puzzles, like what $1,600 a night will get you in a hotel and why roads aren’t better marked for visitors touring the island.Perhaps it’s fitting that riddles still exist on the most remote inhabited island on earth: a Chilean territory in t
TravelOct. 12, 2012
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Hairy crab promotion at Park Hyatt Seoul
The hotel’s The Timber House offers premium hairy crab dishes from Oct. 15-27. The seasonal hairy crab is considered the best among crabs for its firm yet tender texture. It is also low in fat and rich with nutrients including protein, potassium and sodium. The nutrients are said to be effective for fatigue recovery, anti-aging, restoring eyesight and preventing circulatory diseases and diabetes. The special menu includes steamed hairy crab with crab roe sauce, fried Yuba hairy crab with Dendash
FoodOct. 12, 2012
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Japan’s Nagoya cuisine at Millennium Seoul Hilton
During October, the hotel’s Japanese restaurant Genji presents Nagoyan cuisine prepared by guest chef Ito Tsuyoshi from Nagoya Hilton who will visit from Oct. 22-26. The promotion includes a selection of three set menus including fresh seafood cooked with seasonal ingredients in the Nagoya region style. The set menus include clear soup with Matsutake mushroom and sea bream, grilled mackerel with roasted chestnut and pickled ginger. In addition, Genji welcomes visitors to its new sushi bar featur
FoodOct. 12, 2012
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Honeymoon package at Imperial Palace Seoul
The hotel presents Lovely Rose Package that offers visitors a chance to enjoy a romantic and relaxing time with their partners. Visitors can choose a room type from among the deluxe room, spa suite, duplex or corner suite offered with a breakfast voucher for two people and free admission to the fitness center and indoor swimming pool. The package offers a bottle of Champagne and Caprese salad that will be served through room service. For guests who have to check out early due to a honeymoon flig
FoodOct. 12, 2012