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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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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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[Herald Interview] US election may unleash growth for Korea: Laffer
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Yoon's Prague visit sets stage for W24tr nuclear power plant deal
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Doctors defend colleague accused of blacklisting non-strikers
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Samsung files trademark for Gear S3 Frontier
[THE INVESTOR] While Samsung Electronics is busy with the upcoming launch of the Galaxy Note 7 smartphone, it is also preparing to showcase other big products, including the Gear S3, before the end of this year.The South Korean tech giant filed the trademark for Gear S3 Frontier at the nation’s patent office on July 26, implying that there could be more than one smartwatch model the firm has up its sleeves.The new project for Samsung smartwatch is reportedly named Solis, meaning the sun in Spani
TechnologyJuly 29, 2016
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[Weekender] Pokemon -- strong story meets technological potential
The emerging technology augmented reality is showing immense potential in the digital world especially after the success of “Pokemon Go,” a location-based AR mobile game.AR, in fact, is nothing new. But the game has brought the technology another step closer to reality, pushing companies and governments to commercialize AR by integrating it with unique content.In movies and science fiction, AR -- the incremental technology from virtual reality that can be further developed into holograms -- has
TechnologyJuly 29, 2016
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[ANALYST REPORT] SK Telecom: Commerce investments to lift growth but weigh on earnings
What’s new: 2Q16 earnings mostly in line with estimates 2Q16 earnings at SK Telecom (SKT) were mostly in line with our estimates and consensus. Sales missed our estimate by 1.4% as ARPU fell. OP was 6.7% lower than our estimate on the sluggish sales and losses at subsidiaries, including SK Planet. ARPU fell 0.7% QoQ as the weighting of subscribers opting for rate discounts increased and the number of subscribers with a second device grew to 890,000, up 16.3% QoQ. OP fell 1.3% YoY, but given the
July 29, 2016
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[EQUITIES] Samsung SDI unlikely to turn to profit in Q3
[THE INVESTOR] Dongbu Securities on July 29 predicted that Samsung SDI's third-quarter earnings could fall below 1 trillion won (US$890 million) considering the continuing business uncertainties in China, hinting at reducing its target price soon. The stock price closed at 10,600 won, down 3.2 percent from the previous day. Samsung SDI's EV battery.The securities firm said it is unlikely for the battery-making unit of Samsung Group to solve the regulatory issues in China where the local authorit
July 29, 2016
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[ANALYST REPORT] Airlines 2Q preview: Profits to disappoint
● We believe Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Jeju Air generated combined 2Q sales of KRW4.4t, up 3.4% y-y and meeting the consensus, and an operating profit of KRW109.1b that missed the consensus by 35% even as demand grew and costs declined with oil prices.● We still believe sector profits will turn up in 2H on peak seasonality in 3Q and MERS base effect, and Jeju Air will lead the way.● Jeju Air is our top pick—we expect fleet expansion and route additions to boost its top line, and operating
July 29, 2016
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[Travel Bits] Round up of travel news from around the world
Nighttime walk in JeonjuOne of the country’s most traditional cities, Jeonju is gearing up to host its first “Walk in Jeonju (Heritage Night and Heritage Story)” nighttime sightseeing and walking tour event. From Aug. 12 to 13 and Sept. 30 to Oct. 1, Jeonju’s historic Hanok Village will welcome local and international visitors to attend its unique nighttime festivities. The upcoming event will include free outdoor performances, movie screenings and light shows, as well as moonlight tours to some
TravelJuly 29, 2016
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S-OIL to issue W300b bonds
[THE INVESTOR] S-OIL is preparing for a 300 billion won (US$ 267.58 million) bond issuance in September, local media reported on July 29.According to reports citing unnamed financial industry sources, the refiner has selected Shinhan Investment and NH Investment and Securities to oversee the deal. S-OIL, rated “AA+,” is said to be looking to issue bonds with 5-year or longer maturity. The funds raised from the sale will be injected into the company’s plant in Ulsan which is under construction. B
July 29, 2016