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Tensions heighten ahead of first president-opposition chief meeting
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Seoul to provide housing subsidy to married couples with newborns
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New celebrity-endorsed therapy for face contouring requires only a pair of rubber bands
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Rapper jailed after public street fight with another rapper
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[KH Explains] No more 'Michael' at Kakao Games
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Woman gets suspended term for injuring boyfriend with knife
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Nominee for chief of anti-corruption body pledges 'independence, effectiveness'
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Samsung chief bolsters ties with Germany’s Zeiss
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Med schools expect 1,500+ new admission slots next year
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KT launches new mobile plans for foreign residents
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YG Entertainment declares war on online trolls
YG Entertainment announced Tuesday it is launching a major legal battle against vicious online comments targeting its artists.The major K-pop agency said it has gathered evidence from February and has filed complaints concerning a dozen posts containing malicious rumors, slander and pornographic content, as well as 57 posts intended to humiliate the agency’s artists.(YG Entertainment)A legal move of this scale is seen as rare in South Korea’s entertainment industry, and could send a strong messa
Aug. 14, 2018
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BTS releases photos for ‘Love Yourself: Answer’
Boy band BTS released photos for its upcoming repackaged album “Love Yourself: Answer” on Monday. The photos revealed via the band’s official homepage featured two different concepts: “S” and “E.” (Big Hit Entertainment)The “S” group photo features a red background with members appearing impassive. Individual shots show each member seemingly trapped in a red box with different obstacles. (Big Hit Entertainment)The “E” group photo shows members tied to strings and looking at the camera. Individ
Aug. 14, 2018
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Genius reinvented, pianist Kim Sun-wook returns with new resolution
Even if you have something you love as a lifelong career, there can be moments you lose the passion you once had. Pianist Kim Sun-wook said during a press conference Tuesday that he had those moments over the last few years but has since regained the love for classical music he had when he was younger. Pianist Kim Sun-wook speaks during a press conference held in Seoul on Tuesday. (Yonhap)“I used to like having things planned out. I used to dream big and make plans accordingly. Like going to th
Aug. 14, 2018
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[Herald Interview] ‘We will keep evolving, regardless of our age,’ says Super Junior D&E
Despite having given countless media interviews, Eunhyuk said he still feels nervous when he sits face to face with reporters. Looking causal with light makeup and huge glasses, Eunhyuk and Donghae of Super Junior D&E, a subunit of Super Junior formed in 2011 and named after the first letter of each member’s name, sat down with The Korea Herald to talk about their new album “‘Bout You” at the S.M. Entertainment Communication Center in Seoul on Monday. Although they appeared nervous at first, the
Aug. 14, 2018
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K-pop legend H.O.T. to hold 1st concert since 2001
H.O.T., one of the biggest groups in K-pop history, is holding its first concert since its 2001 break-up.Local promoters for the concert on Monday confirmed earlier reports that the boy band will hold a concert in October at the Jamsil Olympic Stadium in southern Seoul, after their comeback performance on MBC’s “ToToGa 3: Return of the Kings” made headlines and created a nationwide buzz.H.O.T. (S.M. Entertainment)“There have been a parade of requests from the fans since the ‘Totoga’ concert in F
Aug. 13, 2018
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BTS and ARMY honored at Teen Choice Awards
BTS and its fan club ARMY were named Choice International Artist and Choice Fandom at the 2018 Teen Choice Awards. (Big Hit Entertainment)US broadcaster Fox aired the 20th Teen Choice Awards held in California on Sunday. The annual event celebrates the year’s notable achievements in music, film, TV and fashion, based on votes by US viewers aged 13 to 19. (Twitter)ARMY outdid the fan clubs of Fifth Harmony, Taylor Swift, Black Pink, CNCO and One Direction, while BTS bagged the Choice Internation
Aug. 13, 2018
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Pianist Kim Tae-hyung and SPO members to perform chamber pieces by Russian composers
Pianist Kim Tae-hyung and members of the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra will perform in a concert featuring chamber music pieces composed by Russian composers on Aug. 24 at the Sejong Chamber Hall in Seoul. Chamber pieces by Rachmaninoff, Medtner and Tchaikovsky will be performed under the title of “Russian Romantics,” with Rachmaninoff’s Trio Elegiaque for violin, cello and piano No. 1 in G minor opening the concert. Pianist Kim with violinist Kim Deok-woo and cellist Kim So-yeon, both of the SPO
Aug. 13, 2018
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BTS releases teaser video ‘Epiphany’ for album ‘Love Yourself: Answer’
BTS has released a trailer for its upcoming album, raising fans’ expectations. At midnight on Thursday, the group revealed a teaser video titled “Epiphany” for its upcoming album “Love Yourself: Answer” through its official YouTube channel. Big Hit Entertainment)The video features the group’s member Jin sitting in the middle of a room alone, while “Epiphany,” a track from the album plays in the background. Then another image of Jin appears, showing various images of him in the same place. The r
Aug. 10, 2018
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[Album review] New era opens with 'Summer Magic'
Red Velvet“Summer Magic”IRIVERUntil now, we all thought that nothing would top “Red Flavor,” Red Velvet’s biggest feat that was even blared at North Korea, where K-pop is forbidden. But with the act’s new seasonal album, Red Velvet proves that it does not linger in the past, but instead takes itself to the next level. Living up to the group’s nickname “summer queen,” Red Velvet’s new EP “Summer Magic” is rife with all the elements that will elevate your mood. Don’t let your expectations get too
Aug. 8, 2018
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K-pop duo MXM releases concept photos before debut
Pop duo MXM has released concept photos ahead of the release of its debut album “More Than Ever” next week.The duo, Im Young-min and Kim Dong-hyun, released two sets of photos on Instagram on Monday, as the upcoming album is to be released Tuesday the following week in two different versions.The “More” version showed the duo’s youthful side, with the two in bright clothes and flashing a smile.Members of MXM cut a stylish figure in a new teaser image. (Brand New Music)MXM looked more mature in th
Aug. 8, 2018
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Hidden messages of Red Velvet’s ‘Power Up’ MV
(Screenshot from YouTube)K-pop powerhouse Red Velvet is famous for its quirky and memorable music videos. While some aspects are pretty obvious, such as featuring the girls in the most stylish and savvy way possible, the videos always contain some multi-layered messages, allowing fans leeway to make various interpretations. Following last year’s chart-topper “Red Flavor,” Red Velvet returned with new summer single “Power Up,” which is also rife with hidden meanings and references. Here are some
Aug. 7, 2018
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World Club Dome to land once again in Incheon
The self-proclaimed “biggest outdoor club in the world” is gearing up for this year’s edition at Korea’s port city of Incheon, with BigCityBeats World Club Dome Korea 2018 to be held from Sept. 14-16.The Korea Tourism Organization on Tuesday signed an agreement with the Incheon Metropolitan Government and Peter Pan MPC, the host of the show, to cooperate for the successful operation of the event. Last year’s event brought together over 100,000 fans from Korea and overseas. The organizers of the
Aug. 7, 2018
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Mamamoo’s Moonbyul spreads K-pop in Vietnam
Girl group Mamamoo’s Moonbyul is actively promoting K-pop to Vietnamese audiences as a video jockey on a music chart show in the Southeast Asian country. (RBW Entertainment)Moonbyul already meets with Vietnamese fans every Thursday through Vietnam’s only chart program, “V Heartbeat,” which airs via Naver’s V app. Now Moonbyul is joining “V Heartbeat” as a VJ to introduce K-pop news and music. Mamamoo’s songs have ranked highly on Vietnam’s iTunes chart, and the Vietnamese audiences have been qu
Aug. 7, 2018
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Why Stray Kids are K-pop’s new power players
(Stray Kid`s Instagram)At first, their strong leanings on hip-hop and aggressive choreography seem reminiscent of the early days of K-pop phenomenon BTS. But there is something particular about this sparkling rookie group. New JYP Entertainment group Stray Kids have seen quite a bit of success despite their short time in the scene; Since its debut in March, the nine-member group quickly racked up a huge international following and continued to create a buzz by landing its pre-debut album at No.
Aug. 6, 2018
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BTOB leader Seo Eun-kwang to enlist after concerts this month
BTOB frontman Seo Eun-kwang will enlist in the military on Aug. 21, according to his agency Cube Entertainment. The singer confirmed the surprising news himself, releasing a statement through his agency that said, “I am really sorry to fans who might be surprised at this sudden news about my enlistment. I am sorry for not being able to keep all those many promises I made with you. I will keep those promises after I fulfill my military duty.” (Cube Entertainment)Details regarding the time and tra
Aug. 6, 2018
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Ailee opens up about negative effects of extreme dieting
Singer Ailee shed tears while recalling her experience of dieting during the episode of “Hidden Singer” that aired Sunday. “Hidden Singer” is a TV program in which a pop star and impersonators compete in a singing battle while the audience tries to guess the real singer by listening to their voices only. (JTBC)During Sunday’s episode, an impersonator said she had lost 15 kg to become a singer after she saw Ailee had lost weight. In turn, Ailee opened up about her own experience.Ailee said she wa
Aug. 6, 2018
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Seoul city to issue special EXO-themed edition of Seoul tour pass
The city of Seoul and Seoul Tourism Organization announced Monday a special EXO-themed Seoul tour pass for foreign visitors will go on sale on Aug. 20.The special edition of the Discovery Seoul Pass comes with images of the EXO bandmates. There are 10 different versions, including solo shots of the eight bandmates and two group photos. (Seoul Metropolitan Government) (Seoul Metropolitan Government) (Seoul Metropolitan Government)The city plans to issue 1,000 Discovery Seoul Pass cards priced at
Aug. 6, 2018
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Jo Kwon enlists on Aug 6.
2AM’s Jo Kwon will begin his 19-month mandatory military service Monday, according to his agency.Cube Entertainment, representing Jo Kwon, said, “The time and place of training camp will not be revealed since artist wanted a quiet enlistment.” (Instagram)The artist posted a selfie taken while shaving his head on his Instagram with a comment, “2018.8.6 – 2020.3.24. Keep Going. I’ll be healthy and well. Thank you and I love you.”Debuted as a member of 2AM in JYP Entertainment in 2008, Jo Kwon rece
Aug. 6, 2018
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Red Velvet says its new single ‘Power Up’ will power fans up
After shaking things up with its song “Red Flavor” in July last year, Red Velvet is set to offer another taste of summer with its new single “Power Up.”“Our new single ‘Power Up’ delivers a message of ‘work hard and play hard.’ If ‘Red Flavor’ is energetic and upbeat from its beginning to end, ‘Power Up’ is very infectious,” said Irene during a press conference for the band’s second solo concert “Red Mare” in Seoul on Sunday. (Yonhap)Red Velvet’s new summer album “Summer Magic,” slated for rele
Aug. 5, 2018
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CL’s dramatic change
Pictures showing CL’s dramatic change in appearance have drawn a great deal of attention from media and fans.On Friday the charismatic singer appeared to have gained a significant amount of weight when she was spotted at Incheon Airport on Friday, as she traveled to Singapore for a concert.In the images released by local media, CL was seen wearing an oversized black T-shirt that draped over her body with a pair of jeans baring her knees. (CL's Instagram)But her outfit was overshadowed by talks o
Aug. 3, 2018