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Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment vote looms large
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In Yoon's martial law speech, a window into his troubling worldview
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Ruling party leader stands firm on suspending Yoon from his position
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How Yoon’s fate could unfold under 4 scenarios
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Yoon needs to be stopped from exercising power as president: ruling party head
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South Korean military says will not obey another martial law
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[Latest Updates] Martial law fallout
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Protests sweep South Korea as calls for Yoon Suk Yeol's resignation intensify
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Rights group claims proof of 2nd martial law declaration
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Assembly passes motion to impeach state audit chief, top prosecutors
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Court declares former comedian Shim bankrupt
A Seoul court on Thursday declared Shim Hyung-rae bankrupt, saying that the comedian-turned-director will be exempted from his debt if found to have no assets.After receiving a suspended prison term in mid-January for failing to pay wages to former employees at his movie production company, the 55-year-old Shim filed for personal bankruptcy with the Seoul Central District Court on Jan. 30.The court accepted the petition, allowing the former comedian to benefit from the state-run personal credit
March 7, 2013
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United Foundation hosts 2013 Family Concert
The 2013 Family Concert with a renowned orchestra and choir was held at Seoul Arts Center on Tuesday. Sponsored by the United Foundation, the event opened with the World Vision Korea Children’s Choir singing familiar songs such as “Sanduelbaram (Breeze),” “Eolgul (The face),” and “Gohyangeuibom (Spring in my hometown).” The members also presented traditional Korean fan dance and drum dance folk songs such as “Arirang,” “Ongheya,” “Hangangsutaryeong” and “Jindobukchum.” The World Vision choir wa
March 7, 2013
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Traditional village with 600 years of history
The Korea Herald is publishing “Korea’s Cultural Pride,” a 10-part series on the country’s cultural and natural heritage. A total of nine tangible and 14 intangible examples of heritage in Korea have already been designated UNESCO World Heritage items for international preservation. This year,15 cultural properties are on the tentative list, awaiting designation. This installment explores the Naganeupseong, Town Fortress and Village, in Suncheon, South Jeolla Province, which boast 600 years of h
March 6, 2013
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Digital yet to turn page on paper books
Thirty-four-year-old office worker Chung Hye-sun has started reading e-books, readable on computers and other electronic devices. She enjoys reading business management books on her iPad while commuting and whenever possible.“E-books are convenient. Instead of having to carry books in a large bag, all you need is a light and thin tablet PC or other gadgets in my purse,” she said. “You can underline important passages, press the ‘search’ tab to find the exact sentences or parts you need. Bookmark
March 6, 2013
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Discover the globe without ever leaving Seoul
The following is part of a series exploring unique museums, collections and the passionate collectors behind them. ― Ed.For those who love to travel, explore and learn about new cultures, the question of “Where to go?” can present a daunting series of tough decisions to make. With so many places on this spinning rock to choose from, a simple Google search to research and absorb a quick study of a city or country doesn’t quite have the same effect as, say, a visual or hands-on cultural experience
March 5, 2013
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China caught spray-painting grass green
Parts of China are artificially spray-painted green in an attempt to beautify the county’s landscapes, sources reported. Workers in China’s southwestern city of Chengdu’s landscaping department were spotted spray-painting Top Green Turf Greening Agent’s green spray on yellow grass, according to Chinese sources. The landscaping department declined to comment on its use of spray paint, but said the chemical included nutrients to keep grass alive during the winter. According to Top Green employees
March 5, 2013
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Seoul Philharmonic to perform with Chinese instrument in Beijing
The Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra will perform at the National Center for the Performing Arts Beijing on April 21 to mark the 20th anniversary of Seoul-Beijing ties. The orchestra, named one of the finest orchestras in Asia, will present a concert featuring traditional Chinese musical instruments as a symbol of further cooperation between the capital cities of Korea and China, the orchestra said Monday. According to the management, “u,” a concerto written by its composer-in-residence Chin Un-suk,
March 4, 2013
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Korean violinist’s stolen Stradivarius found in Bulgaria: U.K. media
A Stradivarius that was stolen from South Korean violinist Kim Min-jin may have been recovered in Bulgaria, British media reported Sunday.According to the Daily Mail, authorities in Bulgaria recovered what is believed to be the stolen violin. Roma crime boss Hristo Varbanov reportedly offered undercover detectives in Bulgaria the violin for 250,000 pounds ($375,000).British police are investigating to see if the Stradivarius is Kim’s.The rare violin -- one of around 400 in existence -- was stole
March 4, 2013
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Korea, Japan to discuss return of ancient Korean Bodhisattvas
Is a stolen cultural asset, which had been previously looted from the country, subject to repatriation?The answer seems to be not so clear-cut with the Foreign Ministry in Korea reviewing the issue of repatriation of an ancient Korean Buddhist statue stolen from a Japanese temple.The police in late January announced the arrest of five Koreans in a theft ring who tried to sell two ancient Korean Buddhist statues that had been stolen from Japan months earlier.“The government is holding an internal
March 3, 2013
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Classical music“Marc Minkowski and Les Musiciens Du Louvre Grenoble”: Marc Minkowski and Les Musiciens Du Louvre Grenoble (The musicians of the Louvre) will perform Rameau’s “Une Symphonie Imaginaire” and Gluck’s “Le Festin de Pierre-Don Juan” on March 5 at the Seongnam Arts Center in Gyeonggi Province at 8 p.m. The French bassoon player-and-conductor known for his interpretation of French Baroque music excerpted some arias ― which are, surprisingly, dance music ― from 11 of Rameau’s operas and
Feb. 28, 2013
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Changdeokgung moonlit tour tickets on sale March 12
Tickets for this year’s moonlight promenades at Changdeokgung Palace will go on sale starting March 12. The 30,000 won-program organized by the Korea Cultural Heritage Foundation, the Cultural Heritage Administration and sponsored by the Culture Ministry offers a two-hour guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site under the moonlight. During the tour, visitors will be able to enjoy traditional Korean performances, tea and snacks. It is one of the most popular tour programs in the country, wit
Feb. 28, 2013
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YEOL announces this year’s scholarly lecture series
Since 2003, YÉOL, the Society for Korean Cultural Heritage has presented a monthly English seminar series that features prominent scholars, experts and intellectuals in the field of Korean art, culture and history to discuss new insights into Korean society. This year’s series will touch upon a wide range of subject areas including Korean architecture, music, art and more. The first lecture to kick off the series will be conducted by architect Hwang Doo-jin, who will discuss “Modernism in Asia”
Feb. 28, 2013
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Scholar claims discovery of King Sejong’s official cap
A local scholar claimed Wednesday an official cap that belonged to King Sejong (1418-1450), inventor of Korea’s writing system Hangeul, has been found in South Korea more than 500 years after it was stolen by Japanese invaders.The discovery of the cap called “Ikseongwan,” if confirmed, is expected to provide a new milestone in the study of Korean history as a rare relic from the early years of the Joseon (1392-1910).As important as the hat itself are a few pages of old documents related to the w
Feb. 28, 2013
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KF to dispatch professors overseas in support of Korean studies
Korea Foundation is recruiting visiting professors or academics in the field of Korean language, history, economics and other culture-related studies to dispatch overseas to a handful of foreign universities with budding Korean Studies programs. The foundation is looking to recruit 11 professors to send to 11 different universities across the globe that are showing increasing numbers of students majoring in Korean Studies, including the University of Mississippi in the United States, Bogazici Un
Feb. 28, 2013
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Goethe Institut a nexus for German, Korean culture
After two years of renovation, the Seoul office of Goethe Institut, or the German Cultural Institute, is reopening at the cozy building on the hillside of Namsan Mountain in Seoul on March 6. The institute, a central place for German-enthusiasts in Korea, is holding a four-day event to mark the opening. Cultural highlights include a video-mapping projection by local artist group, Urbantainers, on March 6; exhibition by artist Ahn Kyu-chul; jam concert of samulnori master Kim Duk-soo and German j
Feb. 28, 2013
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Group: Unmarried are invisible, forgotten
Marriage is mentioned in more than 1,100 federal laws, same-sex marriage gets most headlines, but the unmarried are invisible, a U.S. non-profit group says.“The highly organized and vocal movement for same-sex marriage, has begun the process of garnering equal rights for a small constituency in this country,” Cindy Butler, executive director of Unmarried Equality, said in a statement.“While we support the right of anyone who wants to to get married, this movement reinforces the idea that marriag
Feb. 28, 2013
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Oeam Village: A walk into history
The Korea Herald is publishing “Korea’s Cultural Pride,” a 10-part series on the country’s cultural and natural heritage. A total of nine tangible and 14 intangible examples of heritage have been designated UNESCO World Heritage items for international preservation. This year 15 cultural properties are on the tentative list, awaiting designation. This installation will explore Oeam Village, created 500 years ago, which still keeps the Joseon atmosphere. ― Ed.About 500 years ago Lee Sa-jong, a lo
Feb. 27, 2013
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Dior by Raf Simons on view in Seoul
The spring/summer collection by Christian Dior’s new artistic director Raf Simons is on view in Seoul. The French fashion house set up an in-store pop-up unit at multi-brand shop My Boon in Cheongdam-dong. The display presents Simons’ first ready-to-wear spring/summer collection for Christian Dior. The collection focuses on the structured silhouette of Dior’s iconic “bar” jacket and hyper-feminine take on tailoring. Dior’s “bar” suit, introduced in 1947, dubbed the “New Look” at the time, featur
Feb. 27, 2013
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Matinee concerts for everyone
With spring around the corner, concert halls are inviting music lovers to matinee performances. Held around noon, these concerts are a perfect opportunity to enjoy music and share a good lunch with friends during the week. The shows are not only music. For novices or those who find it difficult to stay focused during classical music performances, there are hosts who explain each piece and comment on the performances.“This year we are planning to adopt an interview session on stage, allowing the
Feb. 27, 2013
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Reptiles, amphibians can make kids sick
The right animal can be fun and educational in a childcare center but the wrong animal can make kids sick, a U.S. health official warned. Dr. Neil Vora, an epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, said examples of risky pets include reptiles such as turtles, lizards and snakes, as well as amphibians such as frogs and salamanders -- all commonly carry salmonella.“Children younger than age 5 are at particularly high risk for serious illness with salmonella,” Vor
Feb. 27, 2013