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Jimin of BTS, actor Song Da-eun suspected to be dating, again
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What's next for the government's push in quota hike?
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Trump may like to 'solve' N. Korean nuclear problem if reelected: ex-official
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Woman falls to death from acquaintance's home after exhibiting ‘unexplained' behaviors
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‘Malice should not undermine the system, social order,’ says Hybe's Bang
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N. Korea slams planned S. Korea-US military drills, warns of 'catastrophic aftermath'
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[Robert J. Fouser] Social attitudes toward language proficiency
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N. Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles toward East Sea: JCS
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[Graphic News] How much do Korean adults read?
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N. Korea says it test-fired tactical ballistic missile with new guidance technology
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Dead Nevada man's home filled with gold
A Nevada recluse left behind a stunning treasure when he died this spring -- officials say they discovered $7 million in gold bars and coins in his home.Walter Samasko Jr. died in his Carson City home in May. His body wasn't found until June after his neighbors complained of the odor emanating from the house. That's when the gold was found stored in his house and garage, the Las Vegas Sun reported
PeopleSept. 17, 2012
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Korean designs capture the eyes of the world
The following is the last in a series of articles on design prepared in anticipation of the Herald Design Forum which takes place Sept. 19-21. ― Ed.Korean design is breaking out on the world stage as more design products from the country receive attention at global fairs and a growing number of local designers receive international awards. At Maison et Objet, an international home decoration fair held in Paris from Sept. 7-11, 32 products made by Korean companies and individual designers selecte
Arts & DesignSept. 16, 2012
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Psy fever in U.S.
Korean rapper-singer Psy is enjoying great popularity in the U.S., taking the No. 1 spot on the U.S. iTunes Chart with “Gangnam Style” on Saturday and making appearances at NBC’s “Today Show” and “Saturday Night Live.” “It’s surprising to see a Korean artist reach No. 1 on the iTunes chart, which accounts for about 80 percent of the U.S. online music charts,” his agency YG Entertainment said. “Gangnam Style” entered at No. 52 on iTunes on Aug. 27, and then broke the top 10 on Thursday. Psy debut
Sept. 16, 2012
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Designer Pinto teams with Chicago museum
CHICAGO (AP) ― Designer Maria Pinto, well-known for dressing first lady Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey, used her eye for fashion to curate antiquities from the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago for a new exhibit that includes a century-old shredded bark Brazilian ceremonial costume and a woven monkey fur necklace.The materials are a stretch from the rich, bright purple silk Pinto used to design the sheath Obama wore during the 2008 Democratic National Convention. “Fashion and The Fiel
CultureSept. 16, 2012
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‘Han,’ the origin of Korean dance
Korea’s traditional dance troupe re-stages its 1984 original repertoire ‘Madam Domi’There have been a lot of efforts by local ballet troupes to create and promote original performances, mostly based on Korea’s traditional folktales. The Korean National Ballet’s “The Love of Chunhyang” and Universal Ballet Company’s “Shimchung” are some of the successful examples, blending ballet movements and Korea’s traditional sentiments.Outside the ballet scene, however, developing original repertoire has bee
PerformanceSept. 16, 2012
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Ku Hye-sun to hold art exhibition
Actress and director Ku Hye-sun will hold an art exhibition titled “Afterimage” at Hangaram Art Museum of Seoul Arts Center from Sept. 18-24. Though her main focus is on acting, the 27-year-old is well known for exploring various creative and artistic genres, including singing, painting, writing, composing as well as directing. “Afterimage” shows 120 pieces including abstract drawing in pen and oil-paint, nude drawings of women, bizarre creatures and other artistic works that show Ku’s artistic
PeopleSept. 16, 2012
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Park Si-hoo to shoot music drama
Actor Park Si-hoo will be shooting a 2 billion won ($1.8 million) music drama.Park will take on the leading role as a singer in music drama “Boy,” said Park’s management agency EGYAGI Entertainment.An hour-and-a-half video, including the making of the drama, will be made into a DVD and released throughout Asia. Park, 34, left Seoul on Saturday for Thailand where the drama will be shot.Renowned Korean artists including Big Mama, Jang Woo-hyuk, Naul, MC Mong, Clazziquai, Gumi and SG Wannabe are pa
TelevisionSept. 16, 2012
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Tiger JK and T to start anti-violence project
Rapper Tiger JK and singer T (Yoon Mi-rae) began a project to prevent violence and harassment in schools, their management agency Jungle Entertainment said on Friday. The two will work with visual artists Lumpens as a team called “The Wanderers.”The Wanderers is a part of portal website Naver’s “Fashion Icon Collabo(ration)” event, in which the website will sell T-shirts designed by the three artists. The profit will be donated to Naver’s Happy Bean campaign and distributed to organizations that
TelevisionSept. 16, 2012
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N.K. movie to be screened at Busan festival
A joint North Korean-European movie will be shown in an international movie festival to be held in South Korea next month, the Unification Ministry said Friday.The ministry said it has approved the screening of “Comrade Kim Goes Flying,” a film jointly directed by North Korean, English and Belgian directors, during the Busan International Film Festival, which will kick off on Oct. 4 for a 10-day run. Handling of North Korean publications or other materials is prohibited in the South.“The ministr
FilmSept. 16, 2012
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‘What to Expect’ writer becoming a grandmother
NEW YORK (AP) -- Welcome aboard the mother ship, Emma Bing.The woman who was her mother‘s inspiration for writing what millions of pregnant women consider their bible, ``What to Expect When You’re Expecting,‘’ is now pregnant herself and joining the family business.Bing, 29, is due on her second wedding anniversary, Feb. 18, and guess who‘s going to be in the delivery room.``Are you kidding me? Of course,’‘ Bing’s mom, Heidi Murkoff, gushed Thursday. ``I wouldn‘t miss it.’‘Bing, who lives near m
PeopleSept. 16, 2012
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More women than men sleep with pet: survey
YONKERS, N.Y. (UPI) -- Most men and women have similar attitudes about their pets, except women are much more likely to sleep with their dog or cat, a U.S. survey indicates.A survey by Consumer Reports subscribers who owned a cat or dog, or both, found 70 percent of U.S. women slept with their pet compared with 57 percent of men. Women were also a lot more likely to sign birthday or holiday cards with a pet‘s name or picture, and give holiday gifts to Fido and Fluffy. About one-third of both men
CultureSept. 16, 2012
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British mansion listed for $487.38 million
A British real estate agency said a mansion with 45 bedrooms is being listed for a record-setting £300 million (542.8 billion won)Oliver Hooper of real estate agency Huntly Hooper said the 60,000 square-foot London mansion is the only one of its kind on the market and would beat the record £140 million for a home in Britain if it fetches anywhere near its asking price, The Sun reported Friday."The
CultureSept. 16, 2012
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Psy becomes first S. Korean to top iTunes chart
(Yonhap) -- South Korean rapper-singer Psy on Saturday topped the iTunes Chart with his single "Gangnam Style," making him the first Korean artist to reach No. 1 on the U.S. online chart. YG Entertainment, Psy's agency in Seoul, said the chart-topping feat appears to have been aided by the singer's live performance in New York for NBC's "Today Show" on Friday. "It's surprising to see a Korean
EntertainmentSept. 15, 2012
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Finding serenity in the city’s heart
Bongeunsa and six other Buddhist temples in Seoul offer exquisite temple experience for foreigners and people tired of city lifeThe following is the second in a 10-part series on Templestays and temple food, which give the public insight into the 1,700-year-old cultural history of Korean Buddhism. ― Ed. It is not easy to find a place to rest one’s mind and body in the bustle of busy urban life. Many dream of taking a short trip outside of the city but the heavy traffic that starts early Satur
CultureSept. 14, 2012
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Calendar
Exhibitions“The 2012 Korea International Art Fair”: The 11th art fair highlights Latin American art featuring a total of 84 artists from 14 galleries, offering a glimpse into the Latin American art scene. It also presents a diverse selection of artworks from major art galleries in Korea and overseas. Lectures on Latin American art and Korean contemporary art are open to visitors on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. VIP lectures on art collaboration, art investment and trends are planned as well
PerformanceSept. 14, 2012
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Eyelike
Bob Dylan’s ‘Tempest’ one of year’s bestBob Dylan“Tempest” (Columbia)“Tempest” is no doubt the best album you’ll ever hear from a 71-year-old.If that sounds like damning Bob Dylan with faint praise, rest assured this is one of the best discs you’ll hear by anyone this year, at any age. Rather, the point is made to marvel at the vitality of a man who’s been making albums for 50 years and still manages to be relevant. Bob Dylan has led his fans, and the entire music community, on many journeys ov
PerformanceSept. 14, 2012
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Box Office
Masquerade (Korea)Opened Sept. 13Drama. Directed by Choo Chang-min. In the midst of a gruesome fight over kingship in the Joseon period, fear and wrath drives King Gwanghae (Lee Byung-hun) into a frenzy. He orders his councilor, Heo Gyun (Ryoo Seung-ryong), to find him a double to avoid the constant threat of assassination. Heo Gyun finds Ha-sun (Lee Byung-hun) in a crowd of drunkards at a street market. With the appearance and mind-blowing eloquence of a king, he mimics the gestures of the king
FilmSept. 14, 2012
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Starlets and causes come and go, but Susan Sarandon endures
Susan Sarandon has always made it look so easy.Generations of actresses launch careers and then flame out. Sarandon, 65, “transitioned” ― from ingenue to leading lady to strong female lead to “cougar” to stellar turns as moms. As others come and go, Sarandon reinvents herself and endures.“It’s just managing to get the part you need when you need it,” she says. “I just survived. I don’t understand how I’ve stuck around, and I have no idea what to say when people ask me how. I’ve made plenty of mi
FilmSept. 14, 2012
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Statue of Liberty interior to re-open next month
NEW YORK (AP) ― Visitors to the Statue of Liberty will once again be able to go inside the monument, starting next month.David Luchsinger, superintendent of the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island, made the announcement Tuesday.He said the interior of the statue would be open to the public again starting Oct. 28. That’s the Statue of Liberty’s 126th birthday. The interior had been closed off to visitors since October 2011 as part of a renovation project.
TravelSept. 14, 2012
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Sheraton Macao offers special package
New Sheraton Macao Hotel, Cotai Central, offers a special package in celebration of its opening from Sept. 21-Dec. 31.The Sheraton 75th Celebration Package includes a one-night stay for two in Deluxe Room, breakfast or lunch buffet for two, choice of one-way CotaiJet Cotai Class ferry ticket from Macau to Hong Kong or a HK$100 offer at Shine Spa for two and special Sheraton 75th anniversary commemorative memento. The package is available for $180 (HK$1,398) per room per night and subject to 10 p
TravelSept. 14, 2012