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40 flights canceled on Jeju Island due to bad weather
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Pandemic left Korea more depressed than before: report
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N. Korea slams US, other countries for seeking alternative to UN sanctions monitoring panel
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Korean labor force to shrink by 10 million by 2044: report
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Gov't appears to shelve punitive measures against mass walkout by doctors
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[AtoZ Korean Mind] Does your job define who you are? Should it?
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Govt. asks hospitals to mitigate impact of medical professors' absence
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Doggy patrol team on the move to protect their cities
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S. Korea's working-age population to dip nearly 10m by 2044 amid low births
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Samsung mocks Apple over iPhone alarm glitch
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S. Korea to hold 'hallyu' expo in China
South Korea will hold an exposition in China to further promote the popularity of its culture there, riding on the recent successes of Korean TV shows in the world's second-largest economy, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said Tuesday.The Korea Brand & Entertainment Expo will run from Thursday to Saturday at Intex Shanghai, an exhibition center in China's eastern port city, the ministry said in a statement.The expo is significant because South Korea and China signed a free trade agre
Aug. 25, 2015
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Workout with professional trainers at JW Marriott Seoul
It’s hot, it’s humid and you find yourself too tired after work to even head out to the gym and run a few laps on a treadmill to refresh your mind and body.When lacking self-motivation and self-esteem in the summer, maybe it is time to try exercising with a professional to guide and push you, and help you regain your confidence.Working out with a personal trainer is obviously more expensive than doing it yourself at a fitness center in your neighborhood. But trainers can not only provide health
Aug. 19, 2015
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Korea to establish cultural facilities in central Seoul
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said Tuesday that it would create multipurpose cultural centers in Seoul in an effort to rediscover Korea’s traditional arts and culture and spur the development of Korean content.In partnership with Hanjin Group, the government will build a high-tech facility called “K-Experience” next to Gyeongbokgung Palace to allow tourists to experience the country’s traditional and modern arts and culture.The center, which will be built by 2017 on the former site
Aug. 18, 2015
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Revisiting 16th-century war with Japan through memoir
An original manuscript of “Jingbirok,” a memoir of the 1592-1598 Imjin War that is also known as the “Book of Corrections,” covering the 16th century Japanese invasion of Joseon era (1392-1910) Korea, is on view at the National Folk Museum of Korea. The museum showcases the book, one of the most popular accounts of war in Korea, written by the “yeonguijeong” -- a Joseon era equivalent to the prime minister -- Ryu Seong-ryong (1542-1607), along with his possessions, including armor, a helmet, a s
Aug. 17, 2015
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Korea Herald brings K-pop to world fans
In less than a year, K-pop Herald (www.kpopherald.com) has established itself as the go-to website for people who want to keep up with up-to-date news and information on Korea’s pop culture trends and entertainment scene in English. Operated by the nation’s No. 1 English news outlet, The Korea Herald, the K-pop Herald launched on Sept. 24 with two things in mind: creating the most credible K-pop news in Korea and delivering rich Korean cultural contents across the globe. “There were many media
Aug. 16, 2015
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Korean miracle 70 years in the making
South Korea has achieved many great feats over the last seven decades in political and socioeconomic areas since it gained independence.Its economy, with per capita income much smaller than that of African countries such as Ghana and Gabon in the aftermath of the inter-Korean conflict, was able to grow rapidly through policies that promoted technology, manufacturing and exports, in order to develop from farming and fishing.Once a poor country that relied on development aid, Korea emerged from it
Aug. 16, 2015
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Korea Herald Podcast celebrates second anniversary
The Korea Herald Podcast, designed to help Koreans learn English through the latest news articles, is celebrating its second anniversary. The Korea Herald launched the podcast in August 2013 with the aim of better interacting with its readers and satisfying the needs of intermediate English learners. Hosted each week by two members of the paper’s editorial staff -- one Korean and one foreign -- the show features English vocabulary and listening lessons through a range of news articles. Yoon Min
Aug. 16, 2015
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[Herald Interview] Korea needs killer content beyond hallyu
Korean content, ranging from films and music to TV drama and fashion, is attracting more attention now globally than ever before, with Hollywood star Emma Stone saying she is “obsessed” with K-pop.But Song Sung-gak, president and CEO of the Korea Creative Content Agency, said the domestic content industry has reached an inflection point, as the popularity of Korean content, referred to as the Korean Wave or hallyu, is showing signs of waning abroad, especially in its biggest market, Japan.He sai
Aug. 13, 2015
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Exhibit shows history, culture of Gyeonggi
Celebrating the 2015 Gyeonggi Folk Culture Year, a special exhibition sheds light on the history and culture of Gyeonggi Province. The province surrounding Seoul constitutes 10 percent of the Korean Peninsula and its population tops among other provinces at 12 million, 24 percent of the nation’s total. Historically, most of the areas that we now know as belonging to Seoul were part of Gyeonggi Province. Only the districts located within the four gates such as Jongno, Euljiro and Gwanghwamun were
Aug. 13, 2015
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Kenya comes to life in new exhibition
The beauty and reality of Kenya is captured in “Stories on Kenya,” an exhibition at Gana Art Space by artist Nam Eun-ju. Nam, a former professor of fine arts at Dong-A University, has long explored the culture and wilderness of Kenya in her oil paintings since her first visit there in 2001.Her work is characterized by the use of warm, vibrant colors that radiate with the region’s vivacity. Nam’s Kenya is one of rich variety and energy, with a pervading sense of harmony among human beings, nature
Aug. 12, 2015
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Independence festival at Gyeongbokgung, Deoksugung
A festival celebrating 70 years of Korean independence from Japanese colonial rule will take place at the Gyeongbokgung and Deoksugung palaces from Aug. 13-30.From Aug. 13-15, the Gyeonghoeru Pavilion inside Gyeonbokgung Palace will see a nighttime performance featuring “seonyurak,” a royal court dance from the Joseon Dynasty; “ohgomu,” a glamorous dance performed with five Korean drums; “buchaechum,” a fan dance; and performances by gugak -- Korean traditional music -- artists. The show will be
Aug. 12, 2015
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Seoul International Drama Awards seeks to widen global reach
The 10th Seoul International Drama Awards has widened its global reach and incorporated new formats, such as Web series, in this year’s nominations. “The past 10 years have seen a big change in world drama,” the awards’ secretary-general, Kim Jong-hwa, said of the efforts for global expansion. “Whereas in the past, only dramas from a handful of countries, such as the U.S. or Japan, were introduced to the world, now, we are seeing work from a wide variety of countries.” Nominated for the grand p
Aug. 12, 2015
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Modern Korean history at a glance
Korea is celebrating the 70th anniversary of its independence from Japan’s colonial rule with a slew of cultural events this week.Amid the festive mood, museums are presenting exhibitions and special events that provide an understanding of various aspects of the anniversary and how life in Korea has changed over the past seven decades. Museums will also open for free during the three-day weekend starting Friday, as Aug. 14 was designated a special holiday. The turbulent and dynamic lives of Kore
Aug. 11, 2015
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Precise number of Tripitaka Koreana blocks uncovered
There are nearly a hundred more wooden blocks in the collection of Tripitaka Koreana than previously thought, South Korea's cultural heritage administration said Monday. Tripitaka Koreana, or "Palmandaejanggyeong" in Korean, is a collection of 13th-century Buddhist scriptures carved on more than 80,000 wooden printing blocks. It is considered the most comprehensive set of Buddhist scriptures found to date. The Haein Temple, in Hapcheon, South Gyeongsang Province, 354 kilometers south of Seoul,
Aug. 10, 2015
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[Weekender] University districts hotspots for young Koreans
“Let’s go to Hongdae -- Hongik University” is quite commonly heard in Seoul, although it doesn’t mean they are going to the campus. They go to the place stretching out from the university to dine out, go shopping and enjoy concerts. Here in Seoul, some entertainment districts featuring cafes, theaters, cinemas and concert venues are formed near college campuses, although the mood is slightly different from place to place.Currently, the busiest college district is the Hongdae area in the western
Aug. 7, 2015
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[Weekender] Membership training breaks ice for campus life
South Korean students tend to have high hopes about their campus life, giving them something to look forward to as they trudge through years of cramming and countless tests. Membership training is one of the campus events that boosts freshmen’s expectations.The “MT” ritual is designed to help freshmen adapt to campus life. Staying at a simple resort, usually in the woods or along a river, for a day or two, students can make new friends and build rapport with each other, as well as exchange infor
Aug. 7, 2015
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[Weekender] Cupid’s arrows target Korea’s college campuses
A couple reunites at the completion ceremony after a five-week basic military training course held at the Republic of Korea Army Training Center in Nonsan, South Chungcheong Province. (Yonhap)After a resounding shout emanating from a bunch of shaved heads echoes across the grounds of the military training camp in Nonsan, South Chungcheong Province, the camp is suddenly filled with sobs and sniffles. With short good-bye hugs, the men march back to their squads.Since all able-bodied Korean men ove
Aug. 7, 2015
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[Weekender] Housing shapes college students life
An off-campus jachui roomIn Korea, college students’ accommodations are an important factor that determines their lifestyle. There are three major types of housing for Korean students -- “jachui,” dormitory and family home -- each of which comes with its own set of pros and cons. “I don’t like to tell people that I’m a ‘jachui-saeng’ because then they would target me as an ‘easy’ girl,” said a university student who declined to give her name. The Korean word “jachui-saeng” refers to a student wh
Aug. 7, 2015
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'Unwrap the gift within'
International humanitarian assistant Han Bi-ya carries many names.She is called a saint or angel who helps people whenever and wherever in need without conditions.She is often referred to as the Korean Mother Teresa.Han Bi-yaA traveler at heart and a passionate relief worker who has been to over 100 countries -- she is most widely known as “baram-eui ddal” or “daughter of the wind” in Korea.But Han now wants to translate the Korean word “baram” to hope, and become the Daughter of Hope to spread
Aug. 7, 2015
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Around the Hotels
Romantic dinner courseat Sheraton Grande Walkherhill (Sheraton Grande Walkerhill) Sheraton Grande Walkerhill is introducing grill restaurant Clock 16, which offers a range of authentic grilled dishes. All dishes are seared atop the finest local hardwood charcoal for a rustic, savory flavor. The restaurant also offers a sparkling night cityscape and a sophisticated interior.For couples, a seven-course meal titled “Romantic Anniversary Dinner” will be served. The menu will start with a grilled sea
Aug. 7, 2015