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Korean labor force to shrink by 10 million by 2044: report
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[AtoZ Korean Mind] Does your job define who you are? Should it?
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Allegations surrounding BTS resurface, enraged fans demand apology
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Students with history of violence will be barred from becoming teachers
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Top prosecutor pledges 'speedy, strict' probe into first lady's luxury bag allegations
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'Super Rich in Korea' will leave viewers appreciating Korea more: producers
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Medical feud leaves hospitals in financial crisis
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'Queen of Tears' riding high on Netflix chart
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Samsung mocks Apple over iPhone alarm glitch
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Probe of first lady on Dior bag allegations set to begin
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[Newsmaker] Ahn, an ‘oddball’ with a penchant for change
People’s Party presidential candidate Ahn Cheol-soo is something of an oddball in the country’s political arena.In a National Assembly dominated by lawmakers with a background in legal professions, civil service or civic activism, Ahn was one of a handful with a medical background. His entry into the assembly was highly unusual. While many spend years, if not decades, in politics for an opportunity to make an attempt at the presidency, Ahn was first a presidential contender then a lawmaker, runn
PoliticsApril 26, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Underdogs struggle to stand out in crowded field
Unlike their top-tier rivals, minority candidates for the upcoming May 9 presidential election have focused on promoting their respective profiles and slogans to the political audience, wasting little time on attacking one another.Instead of offering a comprehensive vision, they have tended to limit their campaigns to a specific areas to underline their signature policies.The nine underdog candidates from No. 6 to No. 15 pose for photo on Monday. (Yonhap)The underdog candidates -- ranked from No
PoliticsApril 25, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Conservatives’ ‘progressive dilemma’
In an unprecedented development, the country’s normally united conservatives are divided, with several presidential contenders each claiming they are the “true conservative.”Conservative front-runner Hong Joon-pyo of the Liberty Korea Party claims he is the “legitimate son” of conservativism and that other right-wing groups should support his campaign. Yoo Seong-min of the Bareun Party, meanwhile, claims he is the “conservatives’ new hope.” With conservative voters divided and support ratings at
PoliticsApril 24, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Thousands march to fight alternative facts
Thousands of people joined a global March for Science on Saturday with Washington the epicenter of a movement to fight against what many see as an “assault on facts” by populist politicians. US President Donald Trump himself passed dozens of protesters on his way to visit wounded soldiers at a military hospital. “Stop denying the earth is dying,” one sign visible from Trump’s motorcade read. People with signs attend a rally before the March for Science in New York on Saturday. AFP-Yonhap Despit
World NewsApril 23, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Xi’s distorted history view may spell future trouble for Seoul
The controversy over Chinese President Xi Jinping’s alleged remarks that Korea used to be part of China highlights a slew of sticking points that may vex South Korea’s next president in dealing with an assertive China and the unpredictable Trump leadership. The comments were released by US President Donald Trump in an April 12 interview with the Wall Street Journal. During their summit, Xi explained the history of China and Korea, about “thousands of years ... and many wars. And Korea actually u
PoliticsApril 20, 2017
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[Newsmaker] UK leader calls for early election to boost Brexit bid
Delivering the latest jolt in Britain's year of political shocks, Prime Minister Theresa May called Tuesday for a snap June 8 general election, seeking to strengthen her hand in European Union exit talks and tighten her grip on a fractious Conservative Party. With the Labour opposition weakened, May’s gamble will probably pay off with an enhanced Conservative majority in Parliament -- but it‘s unlikely to unite a country deeply split over the decision to quit the EU. British Prime Minister Ther
World NewsApril 19, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Out of bribery scandal, SK chief readies for Toshiba race
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won is back on track to advance the conglomerate’s global expansion, after being cleared of all prosecutorial charges in a bribery scandal that led to the impeachment of the nation’s elected leader. The prosecution Monday afternoon did not press any charges against Chey, lacking evidence to prove the allegation he had bribed Choi Soon-sil, the longtime friend of former President Park Geun-hye, in exchange for a presidential pardon. The chairman had been banned from lea
IndustryApril 18, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Turkey's pugnacious chief Erdogan wins again
If there were a global contest for winning elections, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan would see himself as the undisputed -- and undefeated -- heavyweight champion of the world.In the 15 years since his ruling party came to power, Erdogan has taken part in 11 elections -- five legislative polls, two referenda, three local elections and a presidential vote -- and won them all.On Sunday, Erdogan claimed victory in his 12th and arguably biggest ballot-box challenge since his ruling Justice
World NewsApril 17, 2017
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[Newsmaker] 5 things to know about US Vice President Mike Pence
US Vice President Mike Pence has embarked on a 10-day, four nation tour of the Asia-Pacific region, arriving in South Korea on Sunday amid tensions over North Korea’s aggressive flaunting of its nuclear and missile program. Pence will also visit Japan, Indonesia and Australia during his trip, meeting with leaders in the region, military troops and business groups. It is Pence’s second foreign trip as vice president. He traveled to Germany and Belgium in February to meet with NATO and European Un
Foreign AffairsApril 16, 2017
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[Newsmaker] North Korea missile test ends in failure
North Korea on Sunday failed in a missile launch from its eastern coast, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said, but it wasn't immediately clear what kind of missile was fired.The launch from the city of Sinpo comes a day after one of the biggest North Korean propaganda events of the year_ celebrations of the 105th birthday of late North Korea founder Kim Il Sung, the current leader's grandfather. North Korea regularly launches short-range missiles, but it is also developing mid-range and long
North KoreaApril 16, 2017
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[Newsmaker] New duty-free operators mull delayed openings
Newly licensed duty-free operators in Korea have the option of delaying their opening dates in the face of uncertainty surrounding sales, according to the Korea Customs Service on Wednesday.“To increase the predictability of the duty-free market, the KCS will pursue the postponement of opening dates for new duty-free operators, extend deadlines for paying license fees and allow fees to be paid in installments,” the KCS said through a statement.The duty-free industry is reeling from falling sales
IndustryApril 12, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Chinese envoy’s anti-THAAD campaign double-edged sword
For Seoul, this week’s visit by Wu Dawei, special representative for Korean Peninsula affairs at Beijing’s Foreign Ministry, is timely and weighty, coming amid spiraling concerns over North Korean provocations and shortly after a US-China summit. Yet as soon as he wrapped up his first day with business-as-usual diplomatic consultations, Wu embarked on a mission that may possibly serve what critics say is the real purpose of the trip: meeting with South Korean presidential candidates to appeal ag
Foreign AffairsApril 11, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Hong Joon-pyo sheds governorship for presidential bid
Liberty Korea Party presidential candidate Hong Joon-pyo stepped down as South Gyeongsang Province governor three minutes before the midnight deadline, which effectively blocked a by-election for his former post while keeping him in the race for the presidential office. Hong had until now been prevented from conducting his campaign due to his status as a civil servant. The deadline for public office-holders to resign to run for the May 9 presidential election was midnight Sunday.Liberty Korea Pa
PoliticsApril 10, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Gorsuch: Fierce defender of US Constitution
A brilliant conservative judge with a prestigious resume, Neil Gorsuch is a proponent of traditional values, a strict reading of the US Constitution and protections for the role of religion in American society. The elegant, silver-haired 49-year-old became the youngest justice confirmed to the US Supreme Court in a quarter-century. Little known until recently, the Colorado native with an Ivy League education survived an unusually rugged obstacle course between his nomination by President Donald
World NewsApril 9, 2017
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[Newsmaker] ‘Europe’s unitary patent system will bring benefits to Korean firms’
South Korean companies will benefit from the upcoming unitary patent system in Europe, which simplifies and lowers the cost of applications, the European Patent Office’s principal director for unitary patents said Friday. “By reducing costs and complexity of the process, the unitary patent system will benefit South Korean companies, one of the most active applicants to the EPO,” Margot Fröhlinger, the principal director for unitary patent, European and international lega
IndustryApril 7, 2017
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[Newsmaker] From IT geek to ‘iron man’: Ahn’s makeover
Having transformed from a medical doctor to computer virus vaccine developer, venture entrepreneur, professor and eventually politician, Ahn Cheol-soo’s entire life has been a series of identity changes.Preparing for his second bid for the Korean presidency this year, Ahn apparently sought to make another significant change in his public image -- this time by altering his oratorical tone and way of speech. His sudden vocal transition, despite mixed reactions, certainly fixed the spotlight back o
PoliticsApril 6, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Advertisers dump Fox host after harassment claims
Major advertisers have begun canceling spots on America’s most-watched cable news show following reports of sexual harassment involving the star Fox News host Bill O’Reilly. US insurer Allstate and French pharmaceutical maker Sanofi became the latest to exit Tuesday, following the lead of a handful of auto brands dropping ads for Fox’s “The O’Reilly Factor,” a favorite among conservatives. Allstate spokesman Justin Herndon said, “Inclusivity and support for women are important Allstate values. W
World NewsApril 5, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Tesla now 2nd-largest US automaker
Tesla on Monday became the second-largest US car maker in terms of market capitalization, displacing Ford, whose sales lagged amid concerns about the ability of the US market to keep growing. Many major automakers reported US sales declines in March compared to a year ago, but Tesla over the weekend said it saw a huge jump in vehicles delivered to consumers in the first three months of the year. That was enough to send the electric car maker’s stock soaring Monday, even as investors punished ma
World NewsApril 4, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Another Korean former sex slave dies
Another South Korean woman who was coerced into Japan's wartime sexual slavery died Tuesday, a local civic group said.The Korean Council for the Women Drafted for Military Sexual Slavery by Japan said Lee Soon-deok died at around 7:30 a.m. at the age of 99. Lee Soon-deok (Yonhap)Her death leaves only 38 surviving victims of Japan's brutal wartime crime. Initially, 238 women were on the list of government-registered former sex slaves. Historians estimate that up to 200,000 women, mostly from Kore
Social AffairsApril 4, 2017
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[Newsmaker] Lotte Group reaches 50th year amid hardships
Lotte Group, South Korea’s retail giant, marked its 50th anniversary Monday with the announcement of a new vision and the lavish opening of Lotte World Tower, amid lingering concerns over its future growth and legal troubles for its leader Shin Dong-bin.Chairman Shin Dong-bin speaks at a ceremoy celebrating Lotte Group's 50th anniversary Monday. (Lotte Group)“Today as we welcome our 50th anniversary, we are at a turning point for new growth,” Chairman Shin told Lotte employees at an internal eve
IndustryApril 3, 2017