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Seoul vows action over Naver's Line, Yahoo dispute
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[KH Explains] Hyundai Motor’s plan for new landmark keeps hitting bumps
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Key S. Korean, USFK special operations officials to hold rare meeting amid NK threats
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Samsung doubles down on Vietnam
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[Grace Kao] American racism against Stray Kids
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In Beijing, S. Korean top diplomat aims to jumpstart ties with China
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NewJeans' members' parents complained to Hybe, email shows
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Suspect behind murder of Korean tourist in Pattaya arrested
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Prosecutors summon pastor involved in Dior bag scandal
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Controversy brews over shakeup of prosecutors amid probe of first lady
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CJ CheilJedang beats Q1 earnings estimates on US sales
Korean food giant CJ CheilJedang beat earnings estimates in the first quarter of this year, largely driven by increased overseas sales. According to its regulatory filing Tuesday, the company posted 4.44 trillion won ($3.24 billion) in sales and 267 billion won in operating profits in the first months of the year. Its profits alone surged 77.5 percent from the same period last year. Its flagship food business reported 2.83 trillion won in sales and 184.5 billion won in operating profits, up 2.6
CompaniesMay 14, 2024
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Woori Bank joins race for 4th online-only lender
Woori Bank, a major commercial lender in South Korea, has entered the competition to secure a license for the country's fourth internet-only bank. An official from Woori Bank confirmed Tuesday that the company recently submitted a letter of intent to Korea Credit Data to join the firm's consortium to win approval to launch an internet-only bank. This marks the first time a local commercial bank has officially delivered its commitment to join the race. "Woori Bank has consistently
IndustryMay 14, 2024
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Yoon proposes new law for gig, freelance workers
President Yoon Suk Yeol said Tuesday his government has proposed a law to protect the rights of what he called "underprivileged workers" in South Korea. Yoon referred to gig workers, independent contractors and freelancers who are often temporarily employed and do not have the job security, standard four basic insurances, paid annual leave or severance guaranteed to regular employees under the country's Labor Standards Act. The proposed legislation will protect the rights of such
PoliticsMay 14, 2024
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Kia rolls out new EV6 with longer range but no price hike
Kia has officially launched an upgraded version of the EV6 in the Korean market, with sales starting Tuesday and deliveries expected by June. "The new EV6 will launch internationally within this year," a Hyundai Motor Group official told the Korea Herald. This latest update, the first in about three years since August 2021, increases the maximum driving range to 494 km per charge, according to the Korean Ministry of Environment certification. This represents a 19 km improvement over t
MobilityMay 14, 2024
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YG to release first Blackpink digital collectibles
YG Entertainment will release digital collectibles using its girl group Blackpink's intellectual property. Blackpink’s first-ever digital collectibles will be released through VeVe, a New Zealand-based company specializing in licensed digital collectibles, from May 22-26, says the agency. A digital collectible is a unique or limited-edition copy of a virtual item. Blackpink’s digital collectibles are inspired by “Pink Venom,” the group’s hip-hop single released
K-popMay 14, 2024
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Historic sites to offer 5 fee-free days to mark renaming of cultural heritage agency
Entrance fees to 76 historic sites in South Korea, including the popular royal palaces and shrine in Seoul and tombs across the country connected to the Joseon era (1392-1910), will be waived from Wednesday to Sunday to mark the renaming of the Cultural Heritage Administration as the Korea Heritage Service, the agency managing heritage work. The name change, which will take effect Friday and is part of larger efforts to overhaul the agency, was passed by the National Assembly in April 2023. &ldq
CultureMay 14, 2024
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TikTok girl surprised with Buldak Carbonara Ramen event
South Korean food giant Samyang Roundsquare, formerly Samyang Foods Group, surprised a young Texas girl who went viral on TikTok after receiving a multi-pack of Buldak Carbonara Ramen as a birthday gift. Adalynn Sofia's emotional reaction to receiving the spicy noodles garnered nearly 100 million views and 10 million likes on the platform since it was posted in early April. As a gesture of appreciation, Samyang Roundsquare organized a surprise event for the girl at her home. A bright pink v
ConsumerMay 14, 2024
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‘When We Bloom Again’ depicts bereaved families’ strife, sorrow after Sewol tragedy
Over the past decade since the 2014 Sewol ferry disaster, which claimed nearly 300 lives of high school students on a field trip, numerous documentaries on the tragedy have been made. In contrast, there have been just a few feature films, likely because this genre requires a careful and sensitive approach to dramatizing of the disaster. In “When We Bloom Again,” which has the Korean title “On the Day when Cotton Blooms,” (direct translation), the story is told from two di
FilmMay 14, 2024
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[Herald Interview] Carbon breakthrough in Korea: Making diamonds at atmospheric pressure
In the realm of materials science, diamonds have long held a prestigious status for their unparalleled hardness and brilliance. Traditionally, the synthesis of these coveted gems has relied on high-pressure, high-temperature methods, representing a significant barrier to large-scale production. However, recent research by Rodney S. Ruoff and his team at the Center for Multidimensional Carbon Materials within the Institute for Basic Science has opened a new chapter in diamond synthesis -- growing
IndustryMay 14, 2024
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(G)I-dle to embark on third world tour
K-pop girl group (G)I-dle will kick off its third world tour in August. Cube Entertainment, the band's agency, revealed the poster of the world tour "iDOL" through the group's official social media channels Tuesday. The five-member group will kick off the world tour in Seoul with two days of concerts on Aug. 3-4, according to the unveiled poster. The group will then meet fans in a total of 14 cities, including Hong Kong; Tokyo; Tacoma, Washington; Oakland and Anaheim, Califor
K-popMay 14, 2024
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Rain to meet fans in Korea, Japan
Singer Rain, also known as Jung Ji-hoon, is set to meet fans through performances in Korea and Japan. Rain will hold the solo concert "Still Raining" on June 8-9 at the Olympic Hall in Olympic Park, Songpa-gu, Seoul. The upcoming concert marks Rain's first solo performance in Korea since his "The Squall" concert in 2015. It is also an extension of the tour concert held in the United States last November under the same title. The title "Still Raining" signifies
PerformanceMay 14, 2024
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[Photo News] Taste of luxury in the sky
Korean Air said Tuesday that its first-class cabin food and beverage service has won the top awards from the US travel magazine, Global Traveler. The airline offers a diverse range of menu choices, paired with an exclusive wine program designed by renowned sommelier Marc Almert. Since last year, vegan menus based on traditional Korean temple cuisine have also been served. (Korean Air)
IndustryMay 14, 2024
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[Photo News] Hankook Tire in Europe
Hankook Tire will showcase its latest products at the Tire Cologne 2024 exhibition, slated to take place from June 4 to 6 in Germany, the Korea tire maker said Tuesday. Hankook Tire will present its electric vehicle-dedicated tire brand iON's new summer product, as well as the e-SMART City AU56, a tire type for electric buses, for the first time at the global exhibition. (Hankook Tire & Technology)
IndustryMay 14, 2024
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Pianist Baik Kun-woo releases first-ever Mozart album
South Korean pianist Paik Kun-woo kicked off his Mozart trilogy project Tuesday with the release of “Mozart: Piano Works 1." The Deutsche Grammophon album marks the first Mozart album by the 78-year-old pianist, who has an extensive discography of more than 30 albums. "Mozart's works are inherently difficult. It feels like bringing pure, natural music just as it is. After much contemplation on how to interpret it, I discovered the 'as is' music that Mozart captu
CultureMay 14, 2024
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[Latest Read] Bora Chung on crafting utopia amid dystopian worlds
Few voices resonate as uniquely as that of Bora Chung, whose gripping stories like the haunting narratives of “Cursed Bunny” captivate readers worldwide. With her genre-defying short story collection, translated by Anton Hur, Chung became a finalist for the UK International Booker Prize in 2022 and the US National Book Award in 2023. Chung once again plunges readers into her blend of horror and absurdity, sprinkled with dark humor in her second short story collection “Your Utop
BooksMay 14, 2024
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Kazakhstan needs drones with Korean expertise: vice minister
Kazakhstan's Vice Minister of Industry and Construction Azamat Beispekov showed keenness to integrate Korean expertise into his country's drone industry during an interview with The Korea Herald on May 9. “Cooperation with Korea in the field of drones is very important,” said Beispekov, highlighting the technology’s role in shaping Kazakhstan’s future in oil and gas, agriculture, and road safety. A reciprocal arrangement in drone production has the potential t
Foreign AffairsMay 14, 2024
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[H.eco Forum] Orsted drives Taiwan's renewable push with Asia's largest offshore farms
Orsted, a company that has transformed itself from one of Europe’s most carbon-intensive power generators into a global leader in green energy, is now seeking to lead the charge against climate change in Asia. In anticipation of the H.eco Forum 2024, scheduled to take place on Some Sevit in Seoul on May 22, The Korea Herald spoke with one of the session speakers, Christy Wang, chairperson of Orsted Taiwan, to discuss the company’s journey, its contributions to Taiwan's offshore
IndustryMay 14, 2024
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Korean NGO vows $10m medical donation to Sudan
Global Life Sharing, a Korean non-governmental organization, has decided to support Sudan's humanitarian efforts by pledging to donate essential medicines and relief supplies worth $10 million for the next five years, Sudan Embassy in Seoul said Friday. During a memorandum of understanding signing ceremony, Sudanese ambassador to Korea Amira Agarib expressed her gratitude to the NGO and reaffirmed the African country's commitment to deepen its partnership with the organization for urge
Foreign AffairsMay 14, 2024
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[Herald Review] 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' offers meticulously crafted scenes, layered characters
Upon its release in 2011, the classic Hollywood blockbuster IP Planet of the Apes reboot trilogy, backed by Oscar-nominated VFX techniques, captivated audiences worldwide with its shocking story of primates challenging humans as the dominant species on Earth. The series is back seven years later with a meticulously crafted fourth installment, which effectively prompts the question of what it means to be human -- and whether it will be possible for different species with high intelligence to co
FilmMay 14, 2024
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S. Korea to stage drills against large-scale aerial attack
The military will stage an air exercise Tuesday aimed at defending against a large-scale aerial attack amid renewed attention to air defense capabilities in the wake of Iran's massive drone and missile attack on Israel. The drills will be led by the Air Force Operations Command and joined by Army, Navy and Marine Corps units across the country, according to the Air Force. Some 30 aircraft, including F-35A fighters, as well as various air defense assets, including the Patriot and Cheongung m
DefenseMay 14, 2024