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Exports to US reach all-time high, widen gap with China
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Trump rekindles criticism: US forces defending 'wealthy' S. Korea 'free of charge'
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[Music in drama] Rekindle a love that slipped through your fingers
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S. Korea discussed possible participation in AUKUS Pillar 2 with Australia: defense minister
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[New faces of Assembly] Architect behind ‘audacious initiative’ believes in denuclearized North Korea
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Seoul Metro to seek legal action against malicious complaints
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On May Day, labor unions blast Yoon's foreign nanny proposal
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Illit, mired in controversy, remains on Billboard charts for 5th week
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Opposition-led Assembly unilaterally passes bill to probe Marine's death
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[KH Explains] Will alternative trading platform shake up Korean stock market?
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SBS investigation show to mark 1000th episode
SBS TV’s hit investigative reporting program “I Want To Know That” will air its 1,000th episode this week, celebrating 23 years of dedication to the truth in the dark corners of Korean society. Airing every Saturday since 1992, the show has covered various topics, from political scandals to real-life crimes and paranormal mysteries, with six hosts over its history -- three of whom were present at a press event in Seoul on Tuesday, sharing their experiences on the show. (From the left) Jung Jin
Sept. 2, 2015
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Star producer reunites old crew for 'New Journey to the West'
The star producer behind hits like “Grandpas Over Flowers” and “Three Meals a Day” is bringing together old friends for a new travel-themed variety show.That familiar chemistry was what producer Na Young-suk and cast members Kang Ho-dong, Lee Seung-gi, Eun Ji-won and Lee Soo-geun -- who previously appeared together on another travel variety show called “1 Night, 2 Days” -- emphasized at a press conference at the 63 Convention Center ahead of the premiere of “New Journey to the West.”“It was the
Sept. 1, 2015
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MBC launches hallyu theme park
Major Korean broadcaster MBC will open a new hallyu theme park on Sept. 5, complete with hologram K-pop concerts, virtual reality drama sets and photo booths.A set of the traditional Korean court has been recreated to allow visitors to experience what it is like to appear in Korean period dramas and “be transported back in time,” said MBC in a press release. (MBC)Located at MBC headquarters in Sangam-dong, northern Seoul, “MBC World” aims to offer an entertaining attraction to tourists visiting
Aug. 30, 2015
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Will Korean dramas break away from ‘live-shoot’ system?
Though making a TV series is considered a laborious endeavor in most parts of the world, the shooting of Korean dramas in particular has gained notoriety for hectic filming schedules, harsh conditions and last-minute script changes.The currently running JTBC series “Last” is an exception, going the preshooting route -- still a rare practice in the production of TV dramas in Korea. Actors from the series have admitted they could not be happier with their new work environment. “The environment is
Aug. 18, 2015
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Two top MCs set out to discover Korea’s forgotten ‘Sugarmen’
Rediscovering old songs, talking about music, and recreating old songs into new versions -- at first glance, the format of JTBC’s new entertainment program “2U Project -- Searching for Sugarman” seems familiar. But according to the chief producer Yun Hyun-joon, it’s something different.“The idea for the program began with the documentary ‘Searching for Sugar Man,’” he said at a press conference Tuesday, referring to the 2012 film about Rodriguez, a singer who faded into obscurity in the U.S. but
Aug. 18, 2015
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K-pop concert aims to revive tourism
A K-pop concert will be held next month as part of the government‘s efforts to attract foreign tourists after the outbreak of the Middle East respiratory syndrome, an infectious disease that claimed dozens of lives here, but is nearing its eradication, the tourism ministry said Thursday.The K-pop festival will take place at Seoul Plaza on Aug. 4, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said Thursday. South Korea has reported no additional cases of MERS for the past 18 days, with the death to
July 23, 2015
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Prosecution clears Clara of blackmailing, indicts Polaris chief
Actress Clara has been cleared of allegations of blackmailing Lee Gyu-tae, chairman of her former agency Polaris Entertainment, prosecutors revealed Wednesday. In clearing her, the prosecution said her actions were not criminal and indicted Lee for threatening the 29-year-old actress. Actress Clara and Lee Gyu-tae, the chairman of her former agency Polaris Entertainment. (OSEN, Yonhap) Lee and Clara have been embroiled in a convoluted legal battle ,with each accusing the other of blackmail. In
July 15, 2015
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Hollywood director talks rise of TV, fall of film
Hollywood TV and movie director T.J. Scott -- best known for his popular on-screen works “Spartacus,” “Gotham” and “Orphan Black” -- has made his way to Seoul to lend his expertise on the current and future state of the film and TV industries in the U.S.Invited as part of the Korea Creative Content Agency’s “Content Insight” lecture series for the month of July, Scott, who is credited with taking part in more than 50 TV shows and movies over the past two decades, discussed his take on television
July 13, 2015
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[Herald Review] ‘Non-summit’ sees fresh change of pace
Popular JTBC variety talk show “Non-Summit” welcomed six new cast members into its fold Monday, marking a new beginning for the show with more cultural diversity and loaded discussions. The new cast members -- Andreas Varsakopoulos (Greece), Nikolai Johnsen (Norway), Przemyslaw Krompiec (Poland), Carlos Gorito (Brazil), Yuta Nakamoto (Japan) and Sami el-Baz (Egypt) -- proved to be a multitalented bunch, introducing fresh insights into different cultures and displaying entertaining personal skill
July 7, 2015
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Top stars create own ‘Maps’ of Jejudo Island
Four of Korea’s top celebrities take off on a trip across Jejudo Island to discover their very own travel routes on O’live TV’s new reality show “Maps.” Korea’s most famous travel destination will be explored over four days-three nights by two teams -- actress Choi Gang-hee and Girls’ Generation’s Yuri, and Super Junior’s Heechul and hip-hop artist Simon D -- riding around in cars (called Maps Cars) equipped with 360-degree street view cameras. “It’s a show unlike anything that’s come before. I
June 26, 2015
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Actress Kim Jung-eun goes public about new relationship
Actress Kim Jung-eun confirmed Wednesday that she is in a relationship.Following reports that she was in a relationship with a member of an affluent family and was planning to wed in the near future, Kim confirmed the reports through her agency.The 39-year old actress, however, said that marriage was not yet on the cards. Kim Jung-eun (MBC)“(Kim and her boyfriend) are seeing each other as good friends and a romantic couple. However, as (Kim) is in the middle of shooting a drama, she is focusin
June 24, 2015
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CJ E&M exports variety shows
CJ E&M, one of Korea’s leading entertainment and media content companies, announced further sales of its popular TV show formats to Chinese, Thai and Japanese media companies.The formats of variety show “Let’s Go, Time Travelers” and makeover show “Let Me In” were sold to China’s 3C Media and Thailand’s Workpoint Entertainment, respectively, the company said in a press release Friday. Aired in 2014 on Korean cable network tvN, “Let’s Go, Time Travelers” is a show in which cast members forgo all
June 8, 2015
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[Weekender] The ascent of one-person media
The media is evolving and diversifying into forms unimagined only a few years ago aided by digital and information communication technologies. Information in Korea was controlled by the few and distributed to the masses, even after literacy became the norm.Those working at newspapers and broadcasting stations effectively chose what information their readers and viewers had access to. In many cases, such dynamics allowed the governments of various countries to pull the wool over the public’s eyes
May 29, 2015
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[Weekender] Korea’s biggest Instagram users
The Korean Instagram users with the most number of followers are, rather unsurprisingly, K-pop stars. The following are the top Instagram users with their accounts and the number of followers each one has.1. G-Dragon @xxxibgdrgn (Big Bang) 4.4MLeader of YG Entertainment boy band Big Bang, G-Dragon, also a solo artist, is drawing a growing number of followers with photos reflecting his fashion sense.2. Chanyeol @real__pcy (EXO) and Taeyeon @taeyeon_ss (SNSD) 4M EXO’s Chanyeol and Girls’ Generat
May 29, 2015
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[Weekender] Top Korean YouTuber shares secrets to his celebrity
South Korean YouTube star Na Dong-hyun ― better known by his alias “Great Library” ― says anyone can be a celebrity on the global video-sharing platform if they can stay consistent and unique. “Some beginners think they should be more outstanding or brilliant than the current hit YouTubers. What you need, however, is sustainable content and a unique character,” Na said in an interview with The Korea Herald.The 37-year-old has garnered 1 million subscribers on his YouTube channel by playing onlin
May 29, 2015
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Chloe Moretz to star in ‘We Got Married’
American actress Chloe Moretz will star in the Korean mock-marriage TV reality show “We Got Married” opposite Korean singer Eric Nam.“We Got Married” is a popular TV program that matches celebrities ― enacting married couples ― in entertaining scenarios both private and public. Moretz is the first foreign celebrity to take part in the long-running show.Moretz is also due to make an appearance on Korean variety TV program “Saturday Night Live Korea” during her four-day visit to Seoul.“Seoul, you
May 22, 2015
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Two sides of Soo Ae
Actress Soo Ae will be flexing her acting muscles in the new SBS series “Mask,” where she will take up the dual roles of an heiress and a debt-ridden employee.A melodrama about people who conceal their true identity for wealth and power, “Mask” will feature Soo Ae as both Seo Eun-ha, a troubled heiress to a chaebol fortune, and Byeon Ji-sook, a modest department store clerk in heavy debt. The two women are doppelgangers ― two strangers who bear identical resemblance to each other. When Eun-ha di
May 20, 2015
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Drama ‘Orange Marmalade’ looks to break vampire mold
In a world of bloodthirsty vampires, a young human boy and a vampire girl end up as unlikely lovers in the new KBS drama “Orange Marmalade.”The show, an adaptation of the eponymous Web cartoon, premiered on Friday with a strong hallyu cast featuring Yeo Jin-goo, AOA’s Seolhyun and CNBLUE’s Lee Jong-hyun as the leads.“It wasn’t an easy decision to take the role,” Yeo admitted during a press event at the GLAD Hotel in Yeongdeungpo-gu on Tuesday. He plays Jung Jae-min, a smart, handsome and athleti
May 15, 2015
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Farming challenge awaits ‘Three Meals’ stars
Celebrity producer Na Young-seok’s new-concept reality show “Three Meals a Day” was a sensational hit when it aired last year. Based on a simple premise of making your own meal from scratch, two urban men, who happen to be an A-list TV actor and a K-pop idol, struggled with rural life in the middle of nowhere.Following on the huge success of its inaugural season and a spin-off, the show returns Friday with the original cast ― actor Lee Seo-jin and singer Ok Taec-yeon ― joined by a third member,
May 14, 2015
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‘The Producers’ set to be full of fun and laughs
Celebrities switch places with the production crew in the new comedy-drama “The Producers,” as four top-tier stars ― Kim Soo-hyun, Cha Tae-hyun, Gong Hyo-jin and IU ― portray the hectic lives of broadcast television producer-directors.Dubbed “the most anticipated show of 2015” by industry insiders, the new KBS drama will take us behind the scenes, revealing all the craze of overnight editing and endless meetings that go into producing variety shows, and promises light-hearted fun and laughter on
May 11, 2015