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Yoon warns North Korea against nuclear attack attempt
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81-year-old model awarded ‘best dressed’ in Miss Universe Korea
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Seoul mayor suggests shift in immigration policy
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'Smart pill'? ADHD treatment prescriptions spike this year
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NewJeans fans corner Hybe amid PR backlash, looming National Assembly audit
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[KH Explains] Korea pursues ‘fire-free’ batteries amid EV fears
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Man calls 119, found dead 1 week later because officials went to wrong place
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Court rules Itaewon tragedy was 'foreseeable'
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[Herald Review] One of Netflix's most expensive Korean originals returns, but at what cost?
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Wellness Seoul 2024 to highlight healthier, balanced living
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Culture promotion office aims to raise global 'hallyu club' membership
A South Korean culture promotion office said Friday that it aims to increase the number of people joining global "clubs" as it pushes to keep up Korean culture popularity worldwide. KCON, a global ``hallyu'' festival, hosts a k-pop music concert in Los Angles in August. Yonhap Currently, those joining clubs intended to enjoy Korean culture together are estimated at around 21 million. The office launched by the culture ministry said that it will push to raise the number to 40 million by the end
CultureDec. 18, 2015
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Police press sedition charge against labor group chief
Seoul police leveled an additional charge of sedition against the leader of Korea’s second-largest umbrella trade union on Friday as they handed him over to the prosecution for further investigation into what they called illegal rallies last month.It is the first time in nearly three decades that the rare charge has been pressed. The last sedition case occurred in May 1986 when police clashed with protestors at a massive rally over a constitutional revision in Incheon.Police officials said that
Social AffairsDec. 18, 2015
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[Editorial] Playing the villain
National Assembly Speaker Chung Ui-hwa has been under strong pressure from President Park Geun-hye and the ruling Saenuri Party to play the villain in enacting a set of reform bills. But Chung, a fifth-term lawmaker, is not a pushover. On Wednesday, Saenuri lawmakers held a general meeting to adopt a resolution calling on the speaker to directly refer the bills to a plenary session for voting, as the relevant standing committees could not be convened for deliberations due to the split of the ma
EditorialDec. 18, 2015
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[Editorial] U.S. rate hike
Investors as well as policymakers around the world are on alert as the U.S. Federal Reserve has finally raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time in nearly a decade. The U.S. central bank hiked Wednesday the federal funds rate by a quarter of a percentage point to between 0.25 percent and 0.50 percent, putting an end to the era of zero interest rates. The Fed’s move did not cause turmoil in global financial and commodities markets. In fact, stock markets in Korea and other major coun
EditorialDec. 18, 2015
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[Zhou Bajun] Hong Kong needs to reposition itself
Some people here have urged the Hong Kong government to try and join the Trans-Pacific Partnership since the U.S.-led free trade pact became official earlier this year. Those who support this idea include three types. The first type is those who are politically naive and think it is necessary and easy for Hong Kong to join the TPP simply because it is one of the freest open market economies in the world. The second is those who are capable of political thinking, but only to a certain point. They
ViewpointsDec. 18, 2015
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[Michael Schuman] To fix China, look to Korea
Earlier this week, markets made clear how little they think of China’s attempts to revamp the giant, state-owned companies that dominate its economy. After the government approved the merger of two massive shipping groups, two of their listed subsidiaries swiftly shed more than $850 million in value Monday. Investors appear to appreciate something the regime doesn’t: Simply tweaking the structure of state-owned enterprises -- professionalizing their management, inviting in private investors and
ViewpointsDec. 18, 2015
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Lee Hwi-jae, Hani, Taecyeon to host KBS Song Festival
KBS, the state-run terrestrial broadcasting company, confirmed Friday that TV personality Lee Hwi-jae, EXID’s Hani and 2PM’s Taecyeon will host the upcoming year-end KBS’ Song Festival.Lee and Taecyeon also hosted the event last year, while Hani is taking to the stage for the first time. (OSEN)Lee has shot to stardom with the image of a friendly yet thoughtful father for his lovable twin sons in KBS’ child-rearing show “Superman Is Back.” His peculiar wit and banter are expected to enrich the f
PerformanceDec. 18, 2015
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[EYE] Turning everyday people into heroes
When we met on Monday afternoon for a photo shoot at Seoul Plaza where his sculptures were being installed, Yi Hwan-kwon had to be cajoled into giving a big smile for the camera. And when he finally did, it was a disarming, child-like smile. And that is the kind of smile often on the faces of people viewing Yi’s works that depict ordinary people in unexpected dimensions -- elongated out of proportion or squeezed squat. Even on that rainy afternoon, passersby stopped to look at the three towering
PerformanceDec. 18, 2015
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Korean, Vietnamese police launch special teams
Korean and Vietnamese police authorities have launched special teams to ensure the safety of their respective citizens in each other’s countries, as they seek to enhance bilateral cooperation.Korean police launched the “Vietnamese Desk” to better support Vietnamese residents in Korea while the Vietnamese authorities installed the “Korean Desk” to better serve Korean residents in the Southeast Asian nation.These moves came after the police chiefs of the two nations signed a memorandum of understa
NationalDec. 18, 2015
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[Weekender] Seoul clubs: the party animal's paradise
Many cities around the world call themselves “the city that never sleeps,” but few live up to that reputation as well as Seoul. The raging nightlife has become a trademark for Korea’s capital, with countless bars, clubs, coffee shops and noraebang (karaoke bars) that welcome in party animals right up until sunrise. Naturally, Seoulites have developed a high standard for what they are looking for in the perfect club party experience. Clubs in Seoul boast some of the most stylish venues in the wo
CultureDec. 18, 2015
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[Weekender] DJ, an evolution from turntablist to performance master
Clubs are a cultural touchpoint, where music, fashion, visual art and performing arts intersect, influence and blend with one another, says DJ KingmckA DJ, or disc jockey, is much more than just a person who plays recorded music for the audience -- he or she is the director of the performance, headliner of the night’s show, and a trademark of the club industry. DJ Kingmck (Deadend Movement) Amid the fast-changing cultural trends of these days, it is also an occupation that needs to be redefined
CultureDec. 18, 2015
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Tesla Motors ready to enter Korea
Tesla Motors, a U.S. premium electric carmaker, is preparing to enter the Korean market by completing the registration of its Korean unit with the local authorities, Yonhap news agency reported Friday.According to the Supreme Court and inside sources in the auto industry, Tesla registered the corporate name of “Tesla Korea Ltd.” here on Nov. 13.The corporate registration documents state Tesla general counsel Todd A. Maron and director Susan Jean Repo as co-CEOs with a total capital of 100 millio
IndustryDec. 18, 2015
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[Weekender] Words you need to know for clubbing in Korea
While clubbing in Korea, you may hear a lot of familiar words with unfamiliar meanings or completely new terms altogether. Provided here by The Korea Herald is a dictionary of sorts to help you sail smoothly through the country’s nightlife scene. Syndrome (Syndrome-Redcool Photography) Clubs, nightclubs, “booking” and cabarets In Korea, there is a clear distinction between clubs and nightclubs. Clubs are your traditional jam-packed dance halls filled with hip-hop or electronic dance music. Meanw
CultureDec. 18, 2015
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Hotel Lotte to apply for IPO next week
Hotel Lotte is reportedly set to file its application for listing on the nation’s main stock bourse early next week, according to sources Friday. They noted that the hotel unit of South Korean retail giant Lotte Group will submit its application to the Korea Exchange on Monday for a preliminary regulatory review of its initial public offering, which will mark the company’s debut on the stock market as early as March.Hotel Lotte in Seoul (Yonhap) The move was expected as Lotte Group chairman Shin
IndustryDec. 18, 2015
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Conglomerates bet on car-sharing business
Kim Jung-hoon, a 32-year-old office worker, reserved a SM5 vehicle parked near his home in Seoul for 30 minutes last weekend via a car sharing service -- a form of short-term vehicle rental in which users pay by the minute and distance traveled. All he had to do was search for a desired vehicle near his house, select a rental time period, which can be extended every 10 minutes, and digitally access the car via a smartphone app run by SoCar, a leading car sharing service operator. “It’s such an e
IndustryDec. 18, 2015
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[Weekender] Where to turn up after sunset -- Seoul’s hottest clubs
A team of Korea Herald reporters went on a weekend crawl of clubs in Seoul’s infamous clubbing districts of Gangnam, Hongdae and Itaewon. The following is our tried and tested list of the hottest clubs in Seoul now. Gangnam, glitz and glam The inspiration behind that galloping hit track by rapper Psy, Seoul’s well-off Gangnam area is the home ground of some of the most glamorous and sophisticated clubs not only in Korea, but worldwide. Club of clubs: OctagonOctagon (Octagon) To play it safe, Oct
CultureDec. 18, 2015
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Hyundai Card sets models for going mobile
Hyundai Card’s “Digital Hyundai Card” project, launched in October, has set benchmarks for the future of digital cards.The company said its digital card has tried to go a different path from the typical mobile cards that other card companies offered.While card companies provided a mobile-only card that simply digitizing the credit card system, the Digital Hyundai Card differentiated itself by providing additional services using digital technology based on customers’ needs. Image of Digital Hyund
IndustryDec. 18, 2015
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[Weekender] Tips for party look: Go simple, but bold
How exactly do you look good in dimly lit dance clubs and stay fresh until the morning after? The Korea Herald took tips from local makeup and fashion celebrities on how to become a holiday queen.The keywords for this season’s party look are ‘bold,’ ‘dramatic’ and ‘fancy’ (Pony Effect)According to makeup guru Pony, who has recently launched her own brand Pony Effect, the key words for this season’s party makeup trends are “bold,” “dramatic” and “fancy.” Cosmetics brands have released vibrant sha
CultureDec. 18, 2015
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Saenuri chief apologizes for racist remark
Ruling Saenuri Party leader Kim Moo-sung apologized Friday for a racist remark he made to an African student during volunteer work earlier in the day.Kim had been delivering briquettes to the socially underprivileged in southern Seoul as part of the party’s community outreach program, when he told an accompanying student that his face “was the same color as the briquettes.” The student reportedly did not understand the comment.Kim Moo-sung (Yonhap)As public criticism mounted, Kim posted a public
PoliticsDec. 18, 2015
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Hip pasta at the Doughroom
At the Doughroom in Seoul’s Seorae Village, pasta is a must. Head chef Yoon Dae-hyun and team make eight varieties of pasta from scratch, proofing pasta dough for four to 24 hours before crafting coils of gossamer thin capellini and curved shells of cavatelli. “Pasta is our main event,” said Yoon, 29, before explaining that each variety of pasta is used in its own special dish to bolster awareness of pasta’s diversity. For example, one can order “ravioli, tomato” or “orechiette, spinach” off
FoodDec. 18, 2015