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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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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 says it test-fired tactical ballistic missile with new guidance technology
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[Weekender] Geeks have never been so chic in Korea
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NewJeans members submit petitions over court injunction in Hybe-Ador conflict
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Teens banned from entering, working at 'hold 'em' pubs, cafes
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[Herald Interview] Byun Yo-han's 'unlikable' character is result of calculated acting
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Samsung expected to introduce new Exynos processor in next Galaxy series
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Takayama City designates June as Korea Month
Takayama City said it has designated June as Korea Month to promote cultural exchanges between Korea and Japan. The city will hold diverse events including a June 11 forum on new possibilities in the future tourism industry between the two countries and June 26 joint concert of Nagoya University of Arts and its sister Kyungnam University. “Korea Exhibition,” showcasing Korean traditional culture a
TravelJune 10, 2011
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Cathay Pacific offers getaway discounts
Cathay Pacific Airways said it will offer “Getaway Surprise” online tickets for travelers planning a trip to Sydney, Melbourne and Perth in Australia for four days from June 13. Round-trip flights leaving Incheon or Busan between Aug. 16 and Oct. 31 will be offered at 579,000 won for Sydney/Melbourne and 649,000 won for Perth, excluding taxes. Business class tickets will be 2.08 million won and 2.
TravelJune 10, 2011
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KTO supports summer Korea travel
For those who are planning a local trip in the summer, the Korea Tourism Organization will support part of the accommodation fee and provide free Sonata Hybrid car rental service in partnership with Hyundai Motor. The program is part of government’s effort to promote Korean tourism in the summer when a large number of Koreans go on overseas vacations. The program will let travelers choose one of t
TravelJune 10, 2011
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Renaissance Seoul Hotel’s summer package
The Renaissance Seoul Hotel offers a “Summer Package” from June 17 to Aug. 31. Four different packages are offered with prices ranging from 129,000 won to 255,000 won per night. All packages include complimentary use of the indoor swimming pool, Renaissance Recreation Center and 50 percent discount on the sauna. The 129,000 won “Summer Saving Package,” includes a night in a deluxe room with genera
TravelJune 10, 2011
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New Books
Dreaming of ideal unification The 21st Century’s Dream of Korea: Great Advancement and Peaceful UnificationBy Park Se-il(Hansun Foundation)Park Se-il, professor of law and economics in the Graduate School of International Studies at Seoul National University, has published a collection of newspaper columns that he wrote over the last 10 years.Park, who is the founder and chairman of the board of H
BooksJune 10, 2011
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Rediscovering Joseon’s royal library
Kyujanggak By Kyujanggak Institute for Korean Studies(AcaNet, 30,000 won)Founded in 1776 during the reign of King Jeongjo, the Kyujanggak served as the Joseon Dynasty’s royal library. It housed countless royal books and documents that are now considered priceless Korean historical records. The Kyujanggak Institute for Korean Studies of Seoul National University ― where the library is now located ―
BooksJune 10, 2011
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Hijuelos finds his Latin roots through writing
The last scene of Oscar Hijuelos’ new memoir, “Thoughts Without Cigarettes” (Gotham Books, $27.50), is a moment of contact with a ghost -- that of his father, Pascual.“I remember when that moment came to me,” says Hijuelos. “It was a mystical reaching of a different dimension. I don’t know what happens when you die, but there is a mystical presence in our lives that extends to people who are no lo
BooksJune 10, 2011
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Award-winning author publishes new book inspired by life in Bali
Kim In-sook’s new novel talks of hope in extreme despairAuthor Kim In-sook started her writing career early. She made her literary debut when she was barely a university student, at the age of 20. Now 48, she has won Korea’s three major literary awards ― Yi Sang, Dong-in, and Daesan ― with more than 30 books published. But Kim says she still longs to write something different, something new.“It’s
BooksJune 10, 2011
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Great eats in Gangnam
Three spots near Gangnam Station dole out wallet-friendly, tasty grubGangnam ― as in the area near its namesake subway station ― is not necessarily the first place that springs to mind when a foodie is out looking for a gastronomic treat. More known for its “pojang machas” (street food stalls), karaoke and clubs, this is a spot famed for attracting night owls eager to socialize, de-stress and have
FoodJune 10, 2011
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Gujeolpan (Platter of Nine Delicacies)
Gujeolpan is the name of a nine sectioned platter in which eight different vegetables and meats are placed in each compartment and wheat flour pancakes in the center. Gujeolpan was originally the name of the platter but it later became the name of the food. Gujeolpan is a good dish for travel or a picnic because it can serve several foods at the same time.Gujeolpan (Institute of Traditional Korean
FoodJune 10, 2011
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Favorite snacks given new sophistication
Dumplings and extra-chewy noodles called jjolmyeon, the favorite after-school snacks of Korean students are given grown-up treatment at Mito in Samseong-dong.The restaurant run by the 40-year-old Sinpori Mandu company plays up its heritage, serving up sophisticated variations of basic dumplings and noodles. Interior of Mito in Samseong-dong (Mito)There are several interesting interpretations of d
FoodJune 10, 2011
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U.S. wine industry rebounds as sales of $7-plus bottles pick up
LOS ANGELES ― After two years of sluggish wine sales, consumers are starting to reach for ― and spend more on ― their favorite vintages.U.S. domestic wine retail sales grew 7 percent in 2010 over the previous year, according to the Wine Institute in San Francisco. And the country’s wine exports also jumped to a record $1.14 billion in 2010, up nearly 26 percent from 2009. Customer Jennifer Murphy
FoodJune 10, 2011
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Will the third time be a charm for Britney?
Britney Spears has got engaged to her previous manager Jason Trawick. Her fiancé proposed to her with his own poem and decorated their Los Angeles home with roses and candles. According to reports “Britney’s desperate to settle down again and have more children. But she is very traditional and didn’t want to start a family with Jason until they’d tied the knot.” Reports also said “She’s on cloud n
PerformanceJune 10, 2011
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3 expat artists hold Gwangju exhibition
Three foreign artists will open an exhibition Saturday at Gwangju International Center’s GIC Gallery.Ian Aherne, Nadine Bouliane, and Meaghan Ford will talk about their work in the exhibition titled “Curious Encounters & The Things I Don’t Fully Understand,” which runs until July 25.The works on display include drawings, paintings, mixed media and photographs.The opening talk takes place from 3 p.
Expat LivingJune 9, 2011
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Spanish writer Semprun dies
PARIS (AP) ― Writer and politician Jorge Semprun, who chronicled his own experiences in the Nazis’ Buchenwald death camp, struggled against dictatorship in his native Spain and later became that country’s culture minister, has died, the French and Spanish governments said Wednesday. He was 87.Semprun died Tuesday in Paris, where he spent most of his life, the French capital’s mayor, Bertrand Delan
PeopleJune 9, 2011
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Shin’s novel hits shelves in France
Best-selling Korean author Shin Kyung-sook’s novel “Please Look after Mom” has hit the shelves in France amid heightened attention to Korean literature overseas. To mark the official publication of the hit novel depicting the distinctive character of a Korean mother, a publication party was held on Tuesday at the Korean Culture Center in Paris.Reflecting the novel’s popularity in the U.S. and else
PeopleJune 9, 2011
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Buddhist star Richard Gere...to visit Korea for Templestay
American actor Richard Gere will visit South Korea later this month to experience traditional Korean Buddhist temples, the country’s largest Buddhist sect said Wednesday.Gere, a practicing Buddhist, will come to Korea on June 20, in time for his photography exhibition titled “Pilgrim,” featuring photos of Tibet, the Jogye Order said. He will have a meeting with Venerable Jaseung, head of the Jogye
FilmJune 9, 2011
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Chinese actress to promote Korea’s cultural tourism
Korea’s Culture Ministry and the Korea Tourism Organization have appointed Zhang Jingchu, an award-winning actress, as a goodwill ambassador for promoting Korea’s cultural tourism. The proportion of Chinese visitors to Korea has risen sharply in recent years. Zhang is widely known for her talent in acting out elegant characters, as well as for her bamboo-slender physique. Zhang JingchuHaving studi
PeopleJune 9, 2011
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Busan man returns from global circumnavigation solo
A Busan man arrived back Tuesday after completing an epic trip around the globe alone.Yoon Tae-geun took 20-months to complete the round-the-world journey and sailed into Busan port where he had begun the trip.The 49-year-old yachtsman left for his high seas adventure in October 2009 and sailed about 57,400 kilometers to fulfill his dream. Yoon is the first Korean solo circumnavigator to begin and
PeopleJune 9, 2011
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New Koreana: more visual, story focused
Koreana, a quarterly on Korean culture and arts published by the Korea Foundation, has gone through a major editorial and design revamp this year, with a more visual and story-focused concept. Its 2011 summer edition, its first issue with the newly-designed layout and stories, was published in late May.The revamped edition is bigger in size so the all-color magazine can effectively mix photographs
BooksJune 9, 2011