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[Online Predators] Online reviews of sex tourism in Southeast Asia proliferate
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Middle East’s big AI push lures Korean tech firms
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[Herald Review] 'Culinary Class Wars': fresh, creative survival show minus the drama
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Pikki Pikki dance: Korean cheerleader dance routine takes social media by storm
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[Exclusive] Democratic Party of Korea forms US election task force
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Man arrested 16 years after murdering girlfriend, hiding body in cement
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Evicted guest burns down inn; 3 killed
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NK nuclear test 'possible' around US election in Nov., says Yoon aide
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[Grace Kao] NewJeans fights Hybe for their survival
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[News Focus] Ex-Moon aide slammed from both sides over remarks on leaving Koreas divided
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East Asian art at new center
The Korea Foundation Cultural Center is holding an art exhibition focusing on East Asian artists.Titled “Nostalgia, East Asia Contemporary Art Exhibition,” the exhibition will run until Aug. 27 at the center’s new location. Contemporary East Asian art at Korea Foundation Cultural CenterUnder the theme of nostalgia, the exhibition presents the contemporary art of Korea, China and Japan, each of whi
July 31, 2011
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Finland at the Cheongju Biennale
The Cheongju International Craft Biennale has selected Finland to be the theme country for this year’s exhibition, exhibition, the Finnish Embassy announced.Hosted by Cheongju City, the Cheongju International Craft Biennale is one of the largest events in the field of contemporary craft. The biennale, started in 1999, has grown steadily to become an internationally well-known and diverse event. In
July 31, 2011
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Czech literary classics translated into Korean
A Czech literary anthology consisting of 19 short stories by some of the most well-known Czech classic writers from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries has been published in the Korean language.“Short Stories by Czech Classics” was edited by Ivana Bozdechova and Czech Republic Ambassador Jaroslav Olsa, Jr.(Cover of “Short Stories by Czech Classics”)The book includes a thorough introduction abo
July 31, 2011
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U.S. Embassy reaches out through Facebook
The United States Embassy’s American Citizen Services Unit is now on Facebook.The embassy will use this page as a resource for U.S. citizens living in or visiting Korea.To page or post any questions about the embassy’s services, click the “like” button. From there, visitors to the site will get first-hand information about any changes to the embassy’s services anywhere in the country.In the event
July 31, 2011
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Vietnam pop star to push Korea tourism
Vietnamese pop singer My Linh has been appointed an honorary ambassador for tourism to South Korea, reported Asia News Network.The singer was named an honorary ambassador by the South Korea embassy in Vietnam in Hanoi on Wednesday. The ceremony was held in conjunction with an event to promote Vietnam’s Ha Long Bay and South Korea’s Jeju Island in their bid to be named among the New Seven Wonders o
July 31, 2011
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Argentina decorates local envoy
State decorations are one of the best ways a country can show appreciation to an individual who has improved ties between two countries.Last week, former Korean Ambassador to Buenos Aires Choe Yang-boo was awarded the Order of Mayo (May) in the rank of Grand Cross in recognition for his “outstanding services in strengthening the traditional ties of friendship between the two countries,” said Argen
July 31, 2011
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Britain launches one year countdown to Olympics
To mark one year until the greatest show on earth ― the 2012 Olympics and Paralympics ― the British Embassy and the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation held an event July 27 in the Olympic Park in Seoul to countdown to the London Games. British Charge d’Affaires Andrew Dalgleish, unveiled a One Year to Go Omega countdown clock in the Seoul Olympic Museum. Lee Dae-hoon, Korean taekwondo athlete, and
July 31, 2011
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ECB official stresses eurozone soundness on Korea visit
Investors can be confident that fears of a debt contagion “bonfire” across the eurozone were without grounds and that the bloc’s economic future is bright, a senior member of the European Central Bank said on a visit to Korea on Wednesday.Central Bank of Luxembourg governor Yves Mersch was in Seoul to meet with Bank of Korea head Kim Choong-soo and senior figures in investment, banking and insuran
July 31, 2011
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New Zealand’s model for food security
‘Food innovation key to feeding global population’With a rapidly growing world population, ensuring food security and safety for future generations is a crucial challenge. New Zealand has a key role in meeting the task, according to the general manager of a renowned food science institute and an official from the country’s economic development agency. “Riddet Institute is really interested in unde
July 31, 2011
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South Korea seeks to ban Japanese lawmakers from visiting its territory
South Korea said Thursday it will ban two Japanese lawmakers from visiting an island near the country’s easternmost islets of Dokdo, a move that has been rekindling criticism over Tokyo’s longstanding territorial claims. Four lawmakers of Japan’s opposition Liberal Democratic Party said last week they plan to visit the island Ulleungdo on Aug. 1 to see for themselves “how South Koreans feel” about
July 28, 2011
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China demanded S. Korea stop activities near Ieodo
Ieodo is not a disputed territory and both South Korea and China are aware that this submerged rock in the East China Sea cannot be claimed by either side, Seoul’s Foreign Ministry said Wednesday. The ministry unofficially announced its position as news reports unveiled China had recently renewed its territorial claim over Ieodo by demanding South Korea halt its work to hoist a sunken commercial s
July 27, 2011
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Lee warns Japan lawmakers against visit to Ulleung-do
President Lee Myung-bak said Wednesday that Korea could not guarantee the safety of Japanese lawmakers if they visit Ulleung-do, the closest they can get to Korea’s easternmost islets of Dokdo, over which Japan claims sovereignty.Lee made the remarks in a Cabinet meeting after he was briefed by the Foreign Ministry about the controversial plan of four Japanese lawmakers, according to presidential
July 27, 2011
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GNP leader calls for ban on Tokyo politicians’ island visit
South Korea’s ruling party leader urged the government Monday to ban a group of Japanese lawmakers from entering the country as they plan to visit an island near the country’s easternmost islets of Dokdo in an attempt to lay claims to the islets.Four lawmakers of Japan’s conservative opposition Liberal Democratic Party said last week they are planning to visit Ulleung Island in the East Sea, the c
July 25, 2011
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Three allies urge N.K. on denuclearization
Foreign ministers of two Koreas hold meetings to explore possible resumption of dialogueSouth Korea, the United States and Japan called on North Korea on Saturday to take action to dismantle its nuclear program before the resumption of six-party talks.In a joint statement after the trilateral meeting on the sidelines of Asia’s largest security forum in Indonesia, South Korean Foreign Minister Kim
July 24, 2011
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Courses in German, Austrian studies
The Austrian embassy in Seoul has announced a summer course for German and Austrian studies. The four-week program will include an intensive German language course for speakers of varying ability and workshops on Austrian politics, history and culture.The course is in accordance with the Council of Europe’s Common European Framework and is designed in particular to meet the needs and interests of
July 24, 2011
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Indian Embassy’s services shut for visit
The Indian Embassy in Seoul will close its consular wing from July 26 to July 27 due to Indian President Pratibha Devisingh Patil’s state visit to South Korea from July 24-27.The aim of President Patil’s visit, which comes at the invitation of President Lee Myung-bak, is to increase cooperation between India and Korea.Presdient Lee previously visited India in January 2010 as Chief Guest for India’
July 24, 2011
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U.K. offers new visa for the talented
The U.K. has announced a new visa program to welcome leaders in science, humanities, engineering and the arts to the country.The new “Exceptional talent” category will go into effect from Aug. 9, and will be open to those recognized as being at the top of their field, and people who display sufficient potential. There will be 1,000 places available in the first year ― 500 between the start date an
July 24, 2011
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Mandela’s birthday celebrated
Two events were organized by the South African Embassy to honor the life of former president Nelson Mandela and teach orphaned children about his life and South African cultures.The embassy, in cooperation with Mannam Volunteer Association, organized the events with the theme “Take Action! Inspire change!” to coincide with Mandela’s birthday, which fell on July 18. Volunteers from Mannam Associati
July 24, 2011
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On the road to freedom, Egypt celebrates national day
January’s popular uprising against former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak will continue to have an impact not just across Egypt and the Middle East but also the world, Egyptian Ambassador Mohammad El-Zorkany told a gathering on the country’s national day on Thursday.“The revolution that erupted in Egypt on the 25th of January 2011 is proceeding and is evolving and I think eventually we will give
July 24, 2011
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Artist uses charcoal to bring Italy closer to Korea
Italian artist Omar Galliani’s newest exhibition “Seoul’s Soul” consists of multiple monumental charcoal drawings that demonstrate his ability to blend together reality, spirituality and the imagination. But Galliani brought more than a collection of enigmatic, sensual artworks to Seoul ― he brought with him conduits for diplomacy between Italy and South Korea.“Seoul’s Soul” is Galliani’s first ex
July 24, 2011