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Top 4 conglomerates convene strategy meetings to navigate uncertainties
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[AtoZ into Korean Mind] Korea's broken ladder of social mobility
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Doctors to go on indefinite walkout as government rejects final demands
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Doctors begin indefinite strike
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Putin’s Pyongyang trip highlights need for bond in isolation
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[Graphic News] Son Heung-min named 10th-best forward
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Yoon returns amid tensions over Putin's Pyongyang visit
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[KH explains] Why Korean battery companies are key to Tesla's 2170 upgrade strategy
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No. of mosquitoes unusually high in June
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Korea to promote eco-friendly albums in K-pop industry
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Music industry optimistic on Apple-Beats deal
When Cortez Bryant decided to negotiate a headphones marketing deal for his clients Lil Wayne and Nicki Minaj a few years ago, he turned down more money from other more established companies to sign with Beats By Dre for a simple reason.“There was a bunch of history there, so at the end of the day I took less upfront money to be part of this deal with people who understood pop culture,” Bryant said. “I try to stick to that because if I lose touch with pop culture, then I’m out of the music busin
June 1, 2014
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Confident Susan Boyle readies first U.S. tour
NEW YORK (AP) ― Five years after her musical breakthrough, Susan Boyle says she’s feeling confident and comfortable ― and ready to launch her first U.S. tour. The 53-year-old will hit the road in October on a 21-date trek. Boyle said she hadn’t been ready to take on the tour after her pop culture moment in 2009, but now she’s more relaxed and ready to perform. “I didn’t have the confidence. I didn’t have the right experience, but I feel more ready now, and I really can’t wait,” she said in a pho
June 1, 2014
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Depth that comics can achieve
In the age of digital content available at your fingertips, comics have fallen as mere entertainment for killing time during commuting hours. But cartoonist Park Heung-yong’s works have been more than a flip-through. In fact, they have been highlighted with unconventional subjects and depth usually found in novels. Park has created works that are grounded in Korean sentiment and the lives of average people and the underprivileged. Instead of conforming to publishers’ tastes, he has set his own p
June 1, 2014
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[Band Uprising] Ten travel enthusiasts take globe-trotting to new level
As the Korean music market begins to receive more international recognition, the local band scene is looking to rise up and represent the next generation of Korean music. This is the 14th installment of a series of interviews with Korean rock, acoustic and alternative bands. ― Ed.What initially started out as a band of four musically inclined travel-lovers unexpectedly transformed into the now, 10-member local indie band “The Tourist.”Meeting a majority of their newest members online via social
June 1, 2014
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Man who accosted Brad Pitt pleads no contest to battery
LOS ANGELES (AP) ― A man who accosted Brad Pitt on a red carpet pleaded no contest to battery and was ordered to stay away from the actor and Hollywood red carpet events. Vitalii Sediuk entered the plea during a court appearance Friday afternoon, two days after he leaped from a fan area and made contact with Pitt at the “Maleficent” premiere. He was sentenced to three years of probation and ordered to attend a year’s worth of psychological counseling. Sediuk, 25, was also ordered to stay away fr
June 1, 2014
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Lee Hyori shows glimpse of morning coffee time
Lee Hyori showed her morning coffee time on her blog over the weekend. Posting several pictures of her husband Lee Sang-soon brewing coffee, the hallyu star shared a glimpse of how the couple starts the day with coffee. Lee also posted pictures of her waiting for coffee with no make-up. (khnews@heraldcorp.com)
June 1, 2014
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Psy's 'Gangnam Style' hits 2 billion YouTube views
It's 2 billion and counting for Psy and his irrepressible ``Gangnam Style.''The South Korean pop star's surprise hit has become the first YouTube video to surpass 2 billion views, crossing the mark around shortly before midnight EDT Friday.The unlikely viral star holds the record for most overall views and most views in a day with 38 million for his ``Gangnam Style'' followup ``Gentleman.''No other video comes close to ``Gangnam'' on the streaming service's list of top videos. Justin Bieber's ``
May 31, 2014
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Calendar
Pop MusicUltra Korea Music Festival: The annual Ultra Music Festival, one of the world’s largest outdoor electronica music fests, will be in full swing in Seoul once again. Last summer’s event drew more than 80,000 EDM fans. Like last year, this year’s lineup will include a handful of world famous DJ acts including Steve Aoki, Above & Beyond, Steve Angello and Paul Vanduk. The festival will be held on June 13 and 14 at Seoul Olympic Park’s Olympic Stadium Complex. Tickets are listed at 130,000
May 30, 2014
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Box office
High Heel (Korea)Opening June 4Noir, action. Directed by Jang JinYoon Ji-wook (Cha Seung-won) is a homicide detective whose macho looks match his undisputed ability to nab violent criminals. He is revered as a legend in the police force and at the same time feared among the mafia for his brutality in cracking down on crime. But deep inside, his identity is quite different. Ji-wook has desired to become a woman ever since his teenage days. He tries to suppress the inner desire -- in vain. He fina
May 30, 2014
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‘Fed Up’ finds tragedy, scandal, comedy in U.S. obesity epidemic
Joe, a 180-kilogram Latino boy from Houston, weeps in fear and frustration. He’s not alone. Maggie, a 96-kilogram 12-year-old from Oklahoma, joins him. Wesley, an overweight 13-year-old in Houston, is desperate.But Brandon, 15, a 98-kilogram South Carolinian headed toward diabetes, morbid obesity and being a member of “the first American generation to not live as long as their parents,” is documenting his struggle on videolife, reading up on his diet and the causes of his problem, determined to
May 30, 2014
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Eyelike: IU returns with Korean classics
Old classics never get oldIU“A Flower Bookmark” (LOEN Entertainment)In her new covers album “A Flower Bookmark,” IU leads listeners down memory lane through calm and acoustic reinterpretations of hits from the 80s and 90s.For every track, IU keeps a careful balance between preserving the song’s original sentiments and altering the original with her own color and arrangements. Age does not seem to preclude the 21-year-old singer from reviving old classics released even before she was born.The lea
May 30, 2014
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Big Bang’s Taeyang to release new studio album next week
Taeyang, a member of the popular boy band Big Bang, is coming out with a new studio album, “Rise,” on June 2.His agency, YG Entertainment released a full track list as well as a detailed explanation of the songs and the making of the album on its official blog on Thursday.According to the track list, Taeyang was involved in composing and writing most of the tracks on his new album, and a number of famous producers and artists including G-Dragon, Tablo, Choice37, Boys Noize, The Fliptones, Happy
May 30, 2014
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International women’s film festival opens in Seoul
The 16th International Women’s Film Festival in Seoul opened on Thursday at Megabox Theater in Sinchon with the overarching theme of “the visions of 99 percent for another world.” Organizers adopted the motto to highlight the importance of women’s diverse views in interpreting the multiple layers of life around the world. “The theme focuses on the lives of 99 percent of the world’s population (as opposed to the privileged 1 percent),” said festival director Lee Hye-kyung at a press conference he
May 30, 2014
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Director seeks funding for Sewol documentary
Korean-American director Kim Dong-bin seeks to make a documentary of the recent sinking of the Sewol through crowdfunding.Crowdfunding is a method of raising funds on the Internet with donations from the public to a variety of initiatives such as political or NGO campaigns, social business startups and art projects. Kim has posted his purpose and plans of the documentary “Upside Down” on American and Korean crowd funding websites Kickstarter and I-Seed, respectively.“‘Upside Down’ is a collabora
May 30, 2014
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EXO-M’s Kris may be seeking contract with Chinese agency
EXO-M leader Kris’ mother has reportedly contacted Chinese entertainment agency YUEHUA, seeking consultation about the idol’s future. “Kris’ mother came to our office to discuss her son’s future, but nothing has been decided,” a source familiar with the matter told local media outlet Sports World.As the legal battle between Kris and SM Entertainment is at an early stage, the agency cautiously confirmed the fact, according to the news report. YUEHUA is the biggest entertainment powerhouse in Chin
May 30, 2014
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Lee Hyori‘s breakfast recipe on blog
(Lee Hyori's blog)K-pop singer Lee Hyori introduced a simple breakfast menu and its recipe on her blog, quickly going viral among Korean netizens. Lee posted a photo of her breakfast on Wednesday, comprised of bread, egg, apple and lentils. As for lentils, she recommended to boil them first and fry them with a little bit of olive oil and vinegar. (Lee Hyori's blog)Lentils, fairly new to most Koreans, are gradually gaining recognition as a good source of nutrients such as potassium, calcium, pro
May 30, 2014
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Chinese version of ‘Running Man’ to be produced
A Chinese version of SBS’ popular variety show “Running Man” is to be produced at the end of this year.SBS announced that it selected Chinese network Zhejiang TV as its preferred negotiator to coproduce the Chinese version of “Running Man.”The program will cast top Chinese celebrities, with many of the filming crews for Korean “Running Man” to participate in the Chinese remake as well. Further details about the “Chinese Running Man” will reportedly be kept under wraps until June. By Kim Min-jin,
May 30, 2014
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‘Moon Embracing the Sun’ to be aired on Japanese state-run broadcaster in July
MBC historical drama “Moon Embracing the Sun” starring actor Kim Soo-hyun will be aired on Japanese state-run broadcaster NHK from July, Kim’s agency confirmed Friday. Official poster of MBC historical television series “Moon Embracing the Sun.” (MBC) Actor Kim Soo-hyunNHK‘s recent scheduling of the Korean drama appears to be partly due to Kim’s rising popularity in other Asian countries after his latest television series “My Love from the Star” on SBS bec
May 30, 2014
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Clara’s summer photoshoots for Eight Seconds
Clara posed for SPA fashion brand Eight Seconds in a black lace top, a checked blouse and denim shorts, and a flower patterned mini dress.By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Eight Seconds)
May 30, 2014
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T-Ara’s Ji Yeon flaunts sexy look in Arena Homme magazine
T-Ara Ji Yeon boasted her sexy curves in the May edition of fashion magazine Arena Homme. The K-pop star came into the limelight wearing a variety of sexy outfits, including a sexy white cut-out dress and black mini hotpants. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Arena Homme)
May 30, 2014