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K-pop group's manager dismissed for setting up spycam in theater dressing room
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Contentious grain bill put directly to plenary meeting for vote
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Will tug-of-war between doctors, government end soon?
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Climate impacts set to cut 2050 global GDP by nearly a fifth
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Yoon's approval rating plunges to all-time low
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Trilateral talks acknowledge ‘serious’ slumps of won, yen
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[Graphic News] More Koreans say they plan long-distance trips this year
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[KH Explains] Hyundai's full hybrid edge to pay off amid slow transition to pure EVs
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North Korea removes streetlights along cross-border roads with South
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Russia's denial of entry of S. Korean national unrelated to bilateral ties: Seoul official
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[b]list show runs in Daegu for second year
“Untitled” by Alla PonomarevaExpat art magazine [b]racket is holding its second [b]-list show at Keimyung University in Daegu.The exhibition opened Monday, but will have a formal launch Saturday at the gallery with a piece by performance artist Park Se-yong.The show, the second of its kind, features work from expat and Korean artists on the theme of circumstantial identity, in media including sculpture, painting and video art.“We wanted the theme to be a catalyst for artists, but we kept it broa
Expat LivingSept. 23, 2014
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Labor questions: Termination and severance
This week we address three questions we were sent dealing with employer-employee relationships and disability discrimination.Question: My employer is not allowing a coworker to extend his contract because he has cancer. They told him this is the reason they don’t want him to work for them anymore. Is this illegal discrimination?Answer: The only act protecting against discrimination is one based on disability, so he would only qualify as protected under that act if his cancer was so severe as to
Expat LivingSept. 23, 2014
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Angle pulls out stops for anniversary shows
It started as a project to uncover and share creativity in Ulsan and nearby cities. One year on, Angle magazine is holding a series of shows in Busan, Ulsan and Daegu to mark its first anniversary.The magazine was set up by Philip Brett and Joshua Hanlin, who had moved south to Daegu and wanted to set up something for writers in the area. Brett was more focused on art and music, but the two found that their goals aligned.“It was both an attempt to create something and also to learn more about wh
Expat LivingSept. 23, 2014
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Seoul Global Center runs expat start-up fair
Seoul Global Center is running a business fair for foreign start-up entrepreneurs Wednesday.The Foreign Startups Business fair will take place in Seoul Citizens Hall in the basement of the City Hall building. The center says about 150 expats have successfully set up businesses with its help, and that 15 of them will give presentations during the fair.In addition to providing networking opportunities, the fair will have experts in areas including tax, patents and marketing on hand to provide free
Expat LivingSept. 23, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Following the call of a creative mind
Musically, Steve Barakatt has little left to prove in Korea. The New Age composer and pianist from Quebec, Canada, is so adored by Koreans that he finds himself returning again and again to give concerts, collaborate with top local artists or just to meet fans. From “Rainbow Bridge,” one of his earliest hits from the late ’90s, to his 2011 work “He is from Seoul, She is from Pyongyang,” his music has gained popularity that not many other artists ― Korean or non-Korean ― have achieved here. “Rain
CultureSept. 23, 2014
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‘Lion King’ sets musical box office record
NEW YORK (AP) ― Here’s something the folks at Disney can take real pride in: “The Lion King” is the top ticket of all time. With a worldwide gross of over $6.2 billion, “The Lion King” stage musical has now achieved the most successful box office total of any work in any media in entertainment history, The Associated Press has learned. The show quietly took over top spot from the $6 billion-earning “The Phantom of the Opera” late this summer, according to representatives from both shows. “Phanto
CultureSept. 23, 2014
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Modern take on lacquer and mother-of-pearl art
Artist Kim Young-jun, known for his modern interpretations of traditional lacquer and mother-of-pearl art, is holding a solo exhibition at Hankyung Gallery in Seoul until Oct. 3. The exhibition showcases 30 pieces, including lacquer paintings, inlaid mother-of-pearl wall hangings and craftworks. Kim has taken a fresh approach to traditional Korean lacquer and mother-of-pearl art. His lacquer paintings have vibrant reds, oranges, yellows and blues ― unusual colors for traditional black lacquerwar
PerformanceSept. 23, 2014
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9 Muses documentary to make Korean premiere
9 Muses. (Star Empire Entertainment)Prior to their debut in 2010, 9 Muses teamed up with famous Korean film director Lee Hark-joon for a year to film a behind-the-scenes documentary on the K-pop industry, while chronicling the group’s every move.The documentary, titled “9 Muses of Star Empire,” is finally slated to make its Korean premiere on Thursday, after being shown at the International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam in 2012, as well as being invited to 12 other international film festi
Sept. 23, 2014
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‘Sea Fog’ to represent Korea at Academy Awards
Korea has selected the film “Sea Fog” to represent the country at the upcoming Academy Awards in the category of best foreign-language film.The announcement was made on Friday by a special selection committee organized by the Korean Film Council. “Out of 10 competitive films, ‘Sea Fog’ was selected because the film had already received high acclaim at the recent Toronto Film Festival’s gala presentation. Also, as the film is based on a real-life event, it will be of great interest to the members
Sept. 23, 2014
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Crayon Pop to debut unit group, delay album
Crayon Pop will be jumping and jumping onto the K-pop subunit bandwagon, with the debut of the popular girl group’s first group next month, according to an announcement by Chrome Entertainment on Tuesday. The agency has not yet revealed exactly which of the five members will be included in the upcoming group nor has it revealed the name of the new act. Crayon Pop. (Chrome Entertainment)Although Crayon Pop was initially scheduled to release its first full studio album next month, according to Ch
Sept. 23, 2014
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Roy Kim to drop new album next month
Roy Kim. (CJ E&M)Popular Superstar K4 winner Roy Kim is gearing up to drop his latest album “Home” sometime in the first half of October, according to an announcement by CJ E&M. The upcoming album will be Kim’s second full studio album after releasing his first “Love Love Love” last year. The new album is produced by singer-songwriter HUE, as was the singer’s debut album. “Roy Kim’s second album will be an important album because it will show his natural character and the direction he wishes to
Sept. 23, 2014
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Fans of SHINee’s Key join good deeds in Cambodia
SHINee fans donated a well to Cambodia in Key’s name to celebrate the singer’s 23rd birthday on Sept. 23. Members around the world of the K-pop group’s fan page “Hello My Sunshine” collected about 2 million won ($1,900) and delivered it through the NGO World Share, according to news reports. A donation certificate uploaded on the fan club’s Twitter page (Twitter capture) The fan club said, “Key has made contributions to support four children since 2009, we wanted to share his warm heart together
Sept. 23, 2014
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Will Psy move to China?
World star Psy has been frequently spotted in Shanghai with his family, sparking speculation that he may move to China.“Psy and his family often appear in Shanghai, so there was a rumor that they may move here,” a residence in the city was quoted as saying.“Actually, he hasn’t moved here, at least, yet. I heard that he occasionally came to China to learn the culture and language. Even his children have been with him learning Chinese,” another residence was quoted as saying.Hallyu experts said th
Sept. 23, 2014
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Apink’s fan site members exceed 100,000
K-pop girl group Apink’s online fan club Panda has surpassed 100,000 members, and the group wrote a thank-you letter to their fans.“I can’t believe it. And I think I should consider it as a new start. I will try my best to return our fans’ love,” Bomi said.“PANDA~, my dear old friends and mentors. I swear that I will never disappoint our fans,” Eun-ji said.It is rare for a K-pop girl group to have more than 100,000 fans in their online fan community. Apink has topped online and offline music pro
Sept. 23, 2014
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Japanese top model Shiho shows her charisma
Yano Shiho, wife of K-1 fighter Choo Sung-hoon, showed her charisma as a Japanese top model in LEBEIGE’s F-W collection. Appearing on the KBS reality show “Superman Is Back,” she has been gaining popularity in Korea because of her lovely personality. Shiho also had a couple shoot with Korean top model Lee Hye-jung. Shiho’s captivating eyes and chic look complimented Lee’s stylish look. The photos will appear in the October issue of the fashion magazine Marie Claire. By Yoon Ji-soo (thankque@hera
Sept. 23, 2014
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Shining Asian stars with Swarovski bracelet
Several Asian stars recently came together for a jewelry pictorial. Xiumin and Tao from EXO, Henry from Super Junior-M, Victoria from f(x), Seulgi and Irin from Red Velvet, and actress Go Ara all posed for jewelry brand Swarovski. By wearing bracelets from the newly released Star Dust line, the stars showed their individual style. The new bracelet line is made with 1,460 tiny clear crystals and released in 12 colors.Xiumin chose the sky blue bracelet and Tao singled out the black one, which both
Sept. 23, 2014
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Tense action scene of Yunho expected
The actor and singer Jung Yunho will have a tense action scene with the actor Yoon Tae-young in the upcoming episode of the drama “The Night Watchman.”MBC, the drama’s broadcaster, revealed pictures on Monday of the two actors. In the photos, the two are exchanging fierce glances and pointing swords at one another, foreshadowing another action scene in the drama.The MBC drama “The Night Watchman” is broadcast every Monday and Tuesday at 10 p.m.By Kim Min-jin (minjin103@heraldcorp.com)[Photo Cred
Sept. 23, 2014
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Jung Yong-hwa aims to go solo
Jung Yong-hwa, a South Korean actor and member of boy band CNBlue, has revealed that he plans to become a solo artist in the future.“I am currently preparing for my solo album and concerts. I wish to hold my own world tour and fan meeting soon,” the singer was quoted as saying during “Sweet Melody,” the first of his two solo fan meetings held in Tokyo on Sunday.Jung Yong-hwa. (FNC Entertainment)The meetings were held at 1:30 p.m and 6 p.m., and the 5,000 and 10,000 tickets alloted for the events
Sept. 23, 2014
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Baro’s hidden modeling talent
B1A4’s Baro recently posed for fashion magazine ELLE. The singer showed off his modeling talent in the shoot, using a wide range of expressions from serious to humorous. In an interview with the magazine this week, he said, “I felt sad because I thought I lost myself in front of the cameras. However while traveling in Laos, I could be myself (again). Now I’m determined not to lose myself even though I’m back.” The record of Baro’s Laos trip with actors Yoo Yeon-suk and Son Ho-jun was aired on t
Sept. 23, 2014
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[Herald Interview] Making art available to anyone
The Internet has reshaped our daily life in almost every aspect. And it has been redefining the traditional art viewing experience, too. To view masterpieces such as Leonardo da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa,” the Louvre is not the place to be anymore. The painting can be viewed on a personal computer, without having to pay thousands of dollars on an overseas trip. The Google Art Project, launched in 2011, has enabled art lovers around the world to view masterpieces without visiting actual museums and art
PerformanceSept. 22, 2014