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Dongduk Women’s University halts coeducation talks
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Defense ministry denies special treatment for BTS’ V amid phone use allegations
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Russia sent 'anti-air' missiles to Pyongyang, Yoon's aide says
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OpenAI in talks with Samsung to power AI features, report says
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Two jailed for forcing disabled teens into prostitution
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Trump picks ex-N. Korea policy official as his principal deputy national security adviser
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South Korean military plans to launch new division for future warfare
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Gold bars and cash bundles; authorities confiscate millions from tax dodgers
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Kia EV9 GT marks world debut at LA Motor Show
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Teen smoking, drinking decline, while mental health, dietary habits worsen
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Kim Soo-hyun tops China search terms
(SBS)Actor Kim Soo-hyun is gaining an explosive popularity in China, topping the “Today‘s Actor” chart on China’s largest search engine Baidu on Tuesday. Kim took the No. 1 slot, followed by Lee Min-ho of the popular drama “The Heirness” and Taiwanese top star Jimmy Lin. Kim has continued to broaden his presence in China with the soaring popularity of the TV drama “Man from the Stars,” in which he plays the lead role. The romantic comedy series features the love story between a modern-day actr
EntertainmentJan. 15, 2014
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$200 t-shirt designed to stop slouching
(Up T-shirt)Meet Up Couture, a Parisian fashion design company, has released “Up,” the world’s first anti-slouching T-shirt, Fast Company reported.The Up organic cotton T-shirt is designed with a patented configuration of elastic bands which are sewn right into the garment.The Up T-shirt supports the shoulders, making the t-shirt feel less comfortable when slouching than when practicing good posture.The posture-enhancing tee is selling for between $175 and $200.By Lee Shin-young (sylee@heraldcor
Life&CultureJan. 15, 2014
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ROK Ultimate gears up for spring season
ROK Ultimate is seeking new and experienced players for its 10th season.The Frisbee-based sport has grown consistently since the co-ed league was set up five years ago, attracting old hands and newbies, including an increasing number of Korean players.“There’s something very special about this sport and people seem to see it right away,” said Andy Wind, who will become the league‘s general manager, while Chris Pyles is taking over this year as league commissioner from ROK-U founder Marty Nedjels
Expat LivingJan. 14, 2014
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Learning Korean with mobile devices
As the number of people learning Korean rises, the number of schools and books is also increasing, but so too are the number of online resources for Korean learners. There are several websites that provide free content and material, such as “Talk to me in Korean,” which offers regular audio classes and has about 135,000 Facebook likes and more than 33,000 followers on Twitter.Another popular option is “Korean Class 101” which provides structured and very detailed Korean-teaching podcasts. The we
Expat LivingJan. 14, 2014
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Giving Back to raise funds for after-school program
Giving Back will hold its second fund-raiser Saturday with a concert and raffle at the Bull and Barrel in Itaewon. The volunteer group, which started last year, runs English classes for underprivileged children in Seoul, and funds will go toward buying school books and materials for the spring semester. The organizers, Yvette Park and husband Barry Smith, also hope to have some money left over for extra activities for the children.“We had 45 students and the kids have all been doing well,” said
Expat LivingJan. 14, 2014
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U.S. Embassy offers consular services in Daegu
The U.S. Embassy will run consular services in Daegu on Jan. 27 and 28 for U.S citizens.The officers will offer help in application services such as additional visa pages and Social Security cards. The embassy staff will also help in services such as notarizations and provide information regarding voting. The embassy is also available for emergencies involving U.S. citizens. Appointments must be arranged in advance. To make an appointment, email Seoul_ACS@state.gov or call the U.S. Embassy at (0
Expat LivingJan. 14, 2014
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Seoul Global Center offers Korean classes
The Seoul Global Center will restart its Korean courses in February.Courses are available in 10 levels, from beginner to advanced classes designed to prepare students for the Test of Proficiency in Korean. Classes are 90 minutes long and will be held twice a week on weekdays in the morning or evening, depending on the level. They will run from Feb. 3 until April 25 at the Seoul Global Center Building near Jonggak Station.Foreign residents of Seoul can apply in person at the SGC Building this Wed
Expat LivingJan. 14, 2014
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House of Sharing invites expats for tour
The House of Sharing International Outreach Team invites visitors to the House of Sharing on Saturday. The tour is an opportunity to learn more about the history and stories of the former “comfort women,” who were forced into sexual slavery during World War II by the Japanese military.The number of women involved is still unknown, but it is believed to be about 200,000, most of whom were Korean or Chinese.Today, seven surviving women live at the House of Sharing, located just southeast of Seoul.
Expat LivingJan. 14, 2014
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SIWA offers courses for expat women
The Seoul International Women’s Association is providing more than 40 different courses for its members.The courses, which are run by the association’s members, range from language exchanges in Korean and Italian to classes on cooking international cuisine, such as German and Pakistani food. Art classes are also available.SIWA is a club of expatriate and local women that has supported cultural exchanges for more than 50 years.Those who wish to participate in a course should sign up at a special
Expat LivingJan. 14, 2014
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Conductor still pushing the envelope
New York Philharmonic Orchestra’s music director Alan Gilbert is returning to Korea with a program that he says will show “the breadth of what the orchestra can do.” In two Seoul concerts scheduled for Feb. 6 and 7, the maestro will lead his hometown orchestra in its performances of classic European masters Beethoven and Tchaikovsky, as well as contemporary American composers such as Christopher Rouse and Leonard Bernstein. “This is a nice pairing because this orchestra can play anything with pa
PerformanceJan. 14, 2014
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Korean wrapping cloths showcased in Japan
A collection of traditional Korean wrapping cloths, called bojagi in Korean, is being showcased in Japan, where the garments are often used in everyday life.About 40 Korean bojagi on loan from the Museum of Korean Embroidery, along with 25 traditional pocket bags, are on view in a special exhibition at Koryo Museum of Art in Kyoto until March 30.It is the third time for the Korean museum to be invited to present its collection in Japan, reflecting a growing interest in Korean bojagi. “In Japan,
CultureJan. 14, 2014
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Lee Min-ho wax figure goes on display in H.K.
A wax figure of Korean actor Lee Min-ho is on display alongside those of other world-famous celebrities at the Madame Tussauds wax museum in Hong Kong.The lifelike figure wears a black suit and a bowtie, both exclusively designed by his personal stylist, according to the museum.The wax creation was recently rented from Madame Tussauds Shanghai and will be on display in Hong Kong until March 31.“We believe that this gleaming star will become a highlight for Madame Tussauds Hong Kong in the coming
TelevisionJan. 14, 2014
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CJ E&M looks overseas with ‘Grandpas Over Flowers,’ ‘Nine’
In CJ E&M’s push to increase its global content, it has announced that last year’s popular production format behind Korean reality series “Grandpas Over Flowers” and sci-fi series “Nine” will be exported overseas to China and the U.S., respectively. On Monday, CJ E&M released the company’s “2014 E&M Global Initiative” stating its goals including increasing its exports of weekly drama formats. The entertainment and media conglomerate is currently in negotiations with a Chinese broadcasting compan
TelevisionJan. 14, 2014
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Big Bang closes Japan Dome Tour, breaks ticket sales record
The five superstar members of popular K-pop boy band Big Bang have wrapped up their final performances of the group’s six-city, 16-concert “Big Bang Japan Dome Tour 2013-2014.” The group broke a record by accumulating around 74.8 billon won ($70.6 million) in ticket sales, the most ever by a foreign artist in Japan. The Dome Tour kicked off with two performances at the Seibu Dome in Saitama on Nov. 16 and 17 and then moved on to Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Tokyo and Sapporo before returning to Osaka
PerformanceJan. 14, 2014
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Former child genius to become full-time university professor
Kim Ung-yong, a former South Korean prodigy once heralded as the smartest soul on Earth, is about to fulfill his overdue dream of becoming a professor. Chungbuk Development Corporation announced Monday that 51-year-old Kim was leaving its staff to serve as a professor at Shinhan University in Gyeonggi Province. Kim taught students as a part-time lecturer at prestigious universities including Yonsei, Sunkyunkwan and KAIST, but he said it had always been his goal to become a full-time professor.“I
PeopleJan. 14, 2014
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[Photo News] Laura Jewell shares wine know-how
PeopleJan. 14, 2014
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Sung Si-kyung hails Abigail Alderete as ‘beauty’
Singer Sung Si-kyung expressed his fondness for entertainer Abigail Alderete in the latest episode of tvN reality show “Island Village Teacher,” which aired Monday. On the episode, Sam Hammington, an Australian comedian made popular by MBC reality show “Sunday Night: Real Men,” phoned Sung to invite him to the island as a music teacher. The 35-year-old singer responded by asking if Alderete, who also stars on the show, would be there, adding, “She looks beautiful.” Alderete, 27, from Paraguay,
TelevisionJan. 14, 2014
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Nicole withdraws from KARA
KARA’s agency DSP Media announced Tuesday that the team will lose one member Nicole as her contract ends on Thursday.Another group member Kang Ji-young, whose contract ends in April, is said too be deliberating whether she will return to her studies or stay on with the group.The agency is looking into different options for KARA, but said it was skeptical about recruiting a new member, since the group was established with a distinct character of its own.By Yoon Ha-youn, Intern reporter(yhayoun@he
EntertainmentJan. 14, 2014
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China designates Korea’s Yut Nori as its cultural heritage
A Chinese province added Yut Nori, a Korean traditional board game, to its list of regional intangible assets, local media outlet MBN reported. Yut Nori, along with the six-holed bamboo flute Tungso and sword dance, was included on a list of intangible cultural assets posted on the official website of Heilung-chiang province, where ethnic Koreans living in China are concentrated.The popular Korean game was recognized as provincial cultural heritage, not at the national level. However, speculatio
CultureJan. 14, 2014
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New cardinal vows to serve poor, isolated
Cardinal appointee Andrew Yeom Soo-jung said Monday that he would serve the poor and isolated and work toward peace and harmony in an increasingly polarized society. “With my mind quivering with fear (of the immense honor given to me), I humbly obey the pope’s (words),” Yeom told the crowd that gathered in front of the Seoul Archdiocese building in Myeong-dong, central Seoul, on Monday to congratulate him on the appointment. “I am a man of many shortcomings, but I will do my utmost to fulfill th
PeopleJan. 13, 2014
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