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Korean industries gauge impact of Biden's steep tariffs on China
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Jennie, Stray Kids's Met Gala attendance puts them on 'digital guillotine' blacklist
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Controversy brews over shakeup of prosecutors amid probe of first lady
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OpenAI gives ChatGPT new powers to see, hear
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Do Korean doctors make too much money?
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Another suspect behind murder of Korean tourist in Pattaya arrested in Cambodia
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S. Korea to inject $70m into AI-powered public education
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[KH Explains] Naver’s Line dilemma: Lose global footing for cash?
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[Herald Interview] Carbon breakthrough in Korea: Making diamonds at atmospheric pressure
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Is FTC's conglomerate listing a boon or bane for Hybe?
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South Korean cinema festival opens in Tokyo
TOKYO (Yonhap News) ― A festival highlighting South Korean cinema opened in Japan’s capital on Saturday as part of an ongoing effort to promote cultural exchange between the neighboring countries.The 2012 True K-Cinema Festival that will run through June 15 is being held under the main theme of love and bonds and showcases past movies such as “Come Closer,” “If You Were Me” and “Romantic Heaven.”In addition, “18 and 19,” a story of youthful romance, and “Growing Old,” along with 11 other moves t
FilmMay 27, 2012
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KBS documentary wins 2012 AIBD World TV Award
A documentary program by KBS TV has been selected as one of this year’s World TV Awards winners by the Asia-Pacific Institute for Broadcasting Development, according to KBS and the AIBD website on Friday.“Dharma ― Where Does Happiness Lie?,” directed by Yun Chan-gyu and Choi Geun-young, won the Category Humanity for the Best TV Documentary “promoting religious understanding and tolerance.”Dharma is Sanskrit for truth.Yun will attend the awards ceremony to be held in Bangkok on Tuesday to receive
TelevisionMay 27, 2012
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Tom Wolfe film follows master satirist in Miami
MIAMI (AP) ― Oscar Corral thought someone was yanking his chain the day the phone rang at The Miami Herald newsroom and a soft-spoken voice with just a hint of southern drawl said: “Oscar Corral, this is Tom Wolfe.’’That would be master journalist-turned-novelist Tom Wolfe.For decades Wolfe had traversed the country in his trademark white suit and fedora, sending up the idiosyncrasies of rich and poor in novels like the New York City-based “The Bonfire of the Vanities,’’ and “A Man in Full,’’ se
FilmMay 27, 2012
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Korean-German pianist breaks cultural barriers
Versatile classical music artist Caroline Fischer says she wishes to collaborate with K-pop starsFor Caroline Fischer, an acclaimed pianist born to a Korean mother and a German father, being biracial is something she feels proud of. The classical musician has been travelling around the world promoting the cultures of both countries and, more importantly, bridging them. “I am very proud of being Korean and German and I’m glad that I can represent both countries,” Fischer told The Korea Herald on
PerformanceMay 27, 2012
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Genius of modern art rediscovered
Deoksu Palace art museum reopens with exhibition of works by key modern painter Lee In-sungThe reopening of the National Museum of Contemporary Art branch at Deoksu Palace last week after three-months of renovations is being marked with a rare exhibition on Korean modern art. The exhibition of works by one of the key modern artists in Korea, Lee In-sung, celebrates the centennial of Lee’s birth, shedding new light on Lee’s short life during the Japanese colonial era. Some 75 paintings and 200 hi
CultureMay 27, 2012
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Sweden triumphs in controversial Eurovision
BAKU (AFP) ― Swedish star Loreen beat off a challenge from dancing Russian pensioners on Saturday to win a spectacular Eurovision Song Contest in Azerbaijan that the host hoped would banish qualms over its rights record.Loreen, 28, wowed voters with a catchy dance number called “Euphoria” featuring an upbeat chorus accompanied by a high-kicking dance duet and a storm of artificial snow.She brandished the glass microphone trophy in a shower of gold ticker-tape at a post-contest news conference.“I
PerformanceMay 27, 2012
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Bullying drama scoops Cannes new talent prize
CANNES (AFP) ― “After Lucia,” a harrowing drama about a young girl who falls prey to bullying, on Saturday won the top prize at the Cannes Film Festival new talent sidebar, Un Certain Regard.The movie by Mexico’s Michel Franco tells the story of teenaged Alejandra who arrives in a new city with her father after her mother dies in a car accident, only to become the target of vicious bullying at school.Tessa Ia, the sister of Mexican star Gael Garcia Bernal, holds the lead role in the movie, descr
FilmMay 27, 2012
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Lady Gaga’s Indonesia concert canceled: organizers
JAKARTA (AFP) ― Pop diva Lady Gaga’s show in Indonesia has been cancelled, her promoters said Sunday after Islamic hardliners threatened “chaos” if she entered the world’s most populous Muslim-majority nation.“Lady Gaga’s management has considered the situation minute to minute, and with threats if the concert goes ahead, Lady Gaga’s side is calling off the concert,” Minola Sebayang, lawyer for promoters Big Daddy, told reporters.“This is not only about Lady Gaga’s security, but extends to those
PerformanceMay 27, 2012
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Big-name musicals to shake off the summer heat
Local scene gets busy, with major shows to hit SeoulThe long, hot and humid summer may not be favored by everyone in Seoul, but some are excited by the seasons’ arrival. Local musical fans would certainly be among them. Three of the most anticipated shows of the year are finally going onstage in Seoul this summer ― all for their first runs ― to the delight of the musical goers here. This Thursday will mark the opening of the popular Broadway musical “Wicked.” The show, which is based on Gregory
PerformanceMay 27, 2012
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Tornado doesn't stop Kansas couple's wedding day
In the plains of central Kansas, tornadoes are so unremarkable that guests barely flinched as a barrel-racing bride wed her bull-riding groom with a twister dropping from the sky in the distance.(YouTube)Caleb and Candra Pence's wedding last Saturday is generating the kind of buzz usually reserved for celebrity nuptials. The video of the service has gone viral, garnering more than 70,000 views on
PeopleMay 27, 2012
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U.S. man marries mannequin
An unusual love story of a man who fell for a mannequin was introduced via a YouTube video clip.(YouTube)Duaveed Hakhainhaguadole met the mannequin “Clara” at an adult store in Los Angeles and married her with the help of Internet DJ “Psycho Mike.”Hakhainhaguadole said his newfound love was perfect -- no arguing, no screaming, and no complaining. When asked if Clara was the love of his life Hakhai
PeopleMay 27, 2012
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Daredevil plunges 2,400 feet sans chute
A British man who plunged 2,400 feet in his wing suit and landed on cardboard boxes said he is the first to survive jumping from the height without a parachute.Gary Connery, 42, of Henley-on-Thames, England, jumped from a helicopter Wednesday at 2,400 feet and used his wing suit to slow his descent to 15 mph before landing on a pile containing 18,600 cardboard boxes, The Daily Telegraph reported T
PeopleMay 27, 2012
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Seeking the core of Korean Buddhism
Belgian-born professor says Jogye Order’s rigid stance has left internal conflicts unresolvedFor Sem Vermeersch, associate professor of religious studies at Seoul National University, this year means a lot. The Belgian scholar, one of the leading academics in Korean studies, has been studying ancient Korean Buddhism for 20 years, particularly during the Goryeo Kingdom (918-1392) which was strongly attached to the political system of the time. Speaking with The Korea Herald at his office at Kyuj
CultureMay 25, 2012
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Running for life: Quick guide to running for beginners
When major sports brands opened registration for their marathon events earlier this month, some saw their websites crash as thousands of people tried to register online at once. New Balance increased the number of participants for its 2012 New Race, scheduled for June 10, from 5,000 last year to 15,000 this year in response to the growing popularity of marathons in the country. When this week’s nike Women’s 7K Race opened registration last month, its 7,000 places were quickly filled, closing reg
CultureMay 25, 2012
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Calendar
Festivals“Korea International Boat Show”: Gyeonggi Province holds the annual boat show in the port city of Hwaseong and Ansan. The boat exhibition showcases the latest boats, yachts and water sports equipments and offers participants opportunities to experience water sports on the spot. A world yacht match cup will be held along with the exhibition. Participants are recommended to travel from Jeongok Port in Ansan, watch the exhibition and board a cruise yacht and take in the outdoor music conce
PerformanceMay 25, 2012
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Eyelike
Garbage releases your kind of albumGarbage “Not Your Kind of People” (Stunvolume Records)For a band that’s been around for almost two decades, Garbage has released surprisingly few studio albums. Their fifth, “Not Your Kind of People,” comes on the heels of a seven-year hiatus, which makes it all the more anticipated.euro Fans who have missed Shirley Manson’s powerful vocals and scenic presence will revel in this blast-from-the-past album, released on their own label for the first time. This art
PerformanceMay 25, 2012
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Box Office
Runway Cop (Korea)Opening May 31Comedy. Directed by Shin Tae-ra. Detective Cha Cheol-soo (Kang Ji-hwan) does not care about the way he looks or what others think of him. He is fat and does not wash enough. His hair is always greasy and his clothes smell. But when he is assigned to a drug case in Korea’s flashy fashion industry, he is ordered to lose at least 20 kilograms and pretend to be a fashion model to investigate undercover. Granny in 1st Grade (Korea)Opened May 24Drama. Directed by Jin Gw
FilmMay 25, 2012
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Ohio jeweler collects movie star fashions as hobby
Richard John has one of the most interesting closets in America.A Barbra Streisand concert gown. Costumes from “The King and I,” “Camelot” and “The Ten Commandments.” Suits worn by Bob Hope on stage and Laurence Olivier on the big screen. A Lana Turner necklace. Sequined shoes from Phyllis Diller’s final Vegas act. An Elizabeth Taylor ensemble from a television appearance.After more than 20 years of collecting clothing and accessories from classic-era movie stars, John’s wardrobe is bursting at
FilmMay 25, 2012
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Sheraton Grande Walkerhill presents summer package
The hotel presents “Summertime Stay” package from June 1-22 for those who want to enjoy the early summer season. The package, which includes a one-night stay at Deluxe room, ice cream and dining at the restaurant The View is priced at 170,000 won, excluding tax and service charges.The package including draft beer with nachos or French fries at the European restaurant CLOCK 16 is 190,000 won.Customers will also be offered Greek organic cosmetic trial kit KORESS, a 10 percent discount for eat-in a
TravelMay 25, 2012
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Grand Hyatt Seoul holds music party
The hotel will hold a House Music Party at J.J. Mahoney’s featuring live music by world-renowned DJ Scott Pullen and Mahoney’s house band Maximum.The entry fee is 30,000 won or 20,000 won for JJ Ladies members. The party will offer complementary welcome drinks and coffee. The party will be held over two nights from May 25-26.For more information, call (02) 799-8601.
TravelMay 25, 2012