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Torrential rainfall forces 1,500 to evacuate, causes widespread damage to homes, roads
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[KH Explains] Can smart chargers ease tensions over EV fires?
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1 in 5 households to have breadwinner over 80 in 30 years
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[Online Predators] Online reviews of sex tourism in Southeast Asia proliferate
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Assembly to review disputed appointment of national soccer team coach
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New Fifty Fifty off to strong start
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Arrival of fall calls for more outdoor festivals
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Evicted guest burns down inn; 3 killed
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[Herald Review] 'Culinary Class Wars': fresh, creative survival show minus the drama
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[Herald Interview] US election may unleash growth for Korea: Laffer
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Stronger warning labels introduced for alcohol
All alcoholic beverages available for sale in South Korea will have stronger warning labels on their containers starting Saturday, especially on the dangers of alcohol-related birth defects, according to the nation’s Health Ministry. It is the first time since 1995 that such warning labels are being revised to emphasize the importance of avoiding alcohol during pregnancy. Previously, the government warning labels -- bottlers were able to choose among three versions -- warned about liver cancer
Social AffairsSept. 2, 2016
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[Weekender] How do Koreans relieve a hangover?
Kim Jae-hwan, who drinks heavily at least three times a week to socialize with his co-workers, had to find a magic cure to relieve his hangovers so he could work as usual the next morning. His routine of convenience store noodles followed by vitamin pills from the pharmacy seems to do the trick every time. Haejangguk street in Nakwon-dong, Jongno, Seoul (The Korea Herald file photo)“After I drink a lot, I get a headache,” said Kim, who recently got a job at a Seoul-based company. “And for me, my
Social AffairsSept. 2, 2016
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DJI unveils 3-axis handheld stabilizer for phone camera
Chinese drone company DJI Thursday launched the Osmo Mobile, an extension for smartphones that turns them into intelligent, precision camera systems.Osmo Mobile use DJI’s three-axis gimbal stabilization and SmoothTrack technology to enable smartphone users to shoot effortless, high-quality photos and videos on the go, the company said. “DJI continues to revolutionize the way we capture and share memories,” said Frank Wang, DJI CEO and founder. “The Osmo Mobile combines the best of DJI’s beloved
TechnologySept. 2, 2016
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Real income shrinks in Q2
Koreans saw their income shrink in the second quarter of 2016, the first contraction in seven quarters, Bank of Korea data showed Friday. The country’s real gross national income for the three months that ended June 30 fell 0.4 percent from the previous quarter, when the figure rose 3.4 percent on-quarter. The real GNI, as it reflects price changes, is widely used as a gauge of a country’s purchasing power. Deterioration in trading terms is cited as the key reason behind the decreased income. “P
Sept. 2, 2016
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[EYE] Job mismatch challenges Korean labor market
When David Swan, an expert with 10 years of experience in the recruitment industry, came to Korea, he was surprised to see Korean job candidates entering the labor force relatively later than its neighboring Asian countries. What he witnessed in Korea was a large number of young job seekers, who are highly educated and overqualified, aiming for jobs that are in short supply or waiting for a job they want. Swan, who has served as managing director of global recruitment consulting firm Robert Walt
Social AffairsSept. 2, 2016
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Tourism job fair held for youth
Sponsored by the Presidential Committee for the Young Generation, a 2016 tourism job fair was held on Thursday and Friday at Coex in southern Seoul to promote jobs for the youth in the tourism sector. During the event, jointly hosted by a total of 10 organizations including the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Park Yong-ho, head of presidential committee, gave a special lecture to young job seekers about creative tourism and the future of the tourism industry. Park Yong-ho, head of the
Social AffairsSept. 2, 2016
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[Monitor] Government aims to reduce public firms’ debt ratio to 150%
The government plans to reduce the debt ratio of public corporations to around 150 percent by 2020 as part of efforts to improve the balance sheets of state-funded agencies. Under a long-term financial management plan, 39 public firms, including the Korea Gas Corp., are required to maintain their debt-to-total asset ratio at an average 151 percent from the current 194 percent in the coming five years, according to the Finance Ministry.
Sept. 2, 2016
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Punchnello gears up for debut
Rapper Punchnello will be making his official debut next week, the artist’s management agency HIGHGRND said Friday. “Punchnello has already established a name for himself in the hip-hop industry from his previous collaborations with artists like Sik-K and Penomeco,” said HIGHGRND, a sub-label managed by Epik High’s Tablo under YG Entertainment, in a statement.Recently, the musician -- along with rhythm and blues singer Crush -- was featured on Penomeco’s latest single track “For You,” which has
PerformanceSept. 2, 2016