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Exports to US reach all-time high, widen gap with China
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[Music in drama] Rekindle a love that slipped through your fingers
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Illit, mired in controversy, remains on Billboard charts for 5th week
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[New faces of Assembly] Architect behind ‘audacious initiative’ believes in denuclearized North Korea
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On May Day, labor unions blast Yoon's foreign nanny proposal
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[Photo News] Harley-Davidson US tour
Harley-Davidson Korea said Wednesday that a total of 40 riders and company staff completed its US tour held July 12-27, the first tour in four years since the COVID-19 outbreak. Riding on Harley-Davidson motorcycles, the participants crossed Route 66, one of the US' first highways, which connects eight states from Chicago to Los Angeles. (Harley-Davidson)
MobilityAug. 2, 2023
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[Photo News] Self-driving shuttle
42dot, a software mobility unit under Hyundai Motor Group, said Tuesday it has started an autonomous-driving shuttle service for Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance. The company's staff can hail the shuttle, equipped for eight people including a safety officer, via 42dot’s TAP! Mobile app. Twelve cameras and six radars analyze the road conditions to avoid any obstacles or pedestrians that lie ahead, the company said. (42dot)
MobilityAug. 1, 2023
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[Photo News] Galaxy Drone Show in Busan
Drones create images to promote Samsung Electronics' latest Galaxy Z Flip5 smartphone over the Gwangan Bridge, an iconic Busan landmark, on Monday night. Samsung said Tuesday that the show used 600 drones for 15 minutes to celebrate the opening of its Galaxy Studio in the city. The tech giant also showed its support for Busan's bid to host the 2030 World Expo during the show. There are six Galaxy Studio locations in Seoul and Busan, where visitors can experience Samsung's latest d
IndustryAug. 1, 2023
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[Photo News] US couple donates cache of artifacts from Korea
Gary Edward Mintier and Mary Ann Mintier, who worked in Korea with the Peace Corps from 1969 to 1975, have donated 1,516 items, including modern paintings, books and photographs of Korea, to the Overseas Korean Cultural Heritage Foundation. The couple worked as English teachers in Seoul and Busan during their stay in Korea. The photo above shows the Bosu-dong neighborhood of Busan in 1970. (Yonhap)
CultureJuly 31, 2023
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[Photo News] Torres EVX ready for launch
KG Mobility, formerly known as SsangYong Motors, said Monday it will release the Torres EVX, an all-electric model of its bestselling midsized sport utility vehicle, in September. KG Mobility said it expects the driving distance per charge to be 420 kilometers or longer. The vehicle's price could begin as low as 48.5 million won ($38,100). Specifications will be finalized upon the official release. (KG Mobility)
MobilityJuly 31, 2023
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[Photo News] Hyundai Avante N debuts
Hyundai Motor Group’s all-new Avante N, a high-performance version of the carmaker’s popular compact sedan, made its official debut on Wednesday. The car comes with a gasoline-powered 2.0 turbo flat engine and two six-speed and eight-speed transmission options. Its price starts at 29.4 million won ($23,000).
MobilityJuly 26, 2023
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[Photo News] Commuting scenes after heavy rains batter S. Korea
Monsoon rains have battered South Korea over the past few days, creating a number of bizarre commuting scenes. People in Mokpo, South Jeolla Province on Monday waded through the mud to get to work. High tides meant that the rain, which reached 200 millimeters overnight, was unable to discharge into the river. More than a dozen shops, including gas stations, financial institutions and cafes, were closed this morning as the eight-lane road around Seokhyeon Samgeori, dubbed the gateway to Mokpo, wa
Social AffairsJuly 24, 2023
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[Photo News] Making K-chicken
A group of ambassadors, consuls and their families make Korean-style fried chicken during a class offered by South Korean fried chicken franchise Genesis BBQ in Gwangju, Gyeonggi Province, Friday. The event was attended by diplomats from nine countries, including Malaysia, Panama, Congo, Sierra Leone, Zambia, Nigeria, Uzbekistan, the Ivory Coast and the UK. BBQ plans to hold more classes until the year-end, inviting diplomats and their families to taste and make its signature chicken dishes, suc
IndustryJuly 24, 2023
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[Photo News] BAT's Vuse makes Seoul debut
BAT Rothmans, the Korean unit of British America Tobacco, debuted its new e-liquid cigarette product Vuse 800 in Korea on Monday, marking its first launch in Asia. The battery-powered device allows up to 800 puffs without charging, with four flavor options available. Vuse is the bestselling e-liquid cigarette brand in the US, making up 46 percent of the market share. (BAT Rothmans)
IndustryJuly 24, 2023
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[Photo News] Unpacked in Seoul
A digital banner promoting Samsung Electronics' upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event is displayed on the N Seoul Tower at Namsan in central Seoul, Saturday night. Samsung is scheduled to hold the unveiling event for its new foldable phones for the first time in Seoul on Wednesday. (Samsung Electronics)
IndustryJuly 24, 2023
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[Photo news] Court recess
Social AffairsJuly 23, 2023
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[Photo News] Artworks on view for travelers at Gimpo International Airport
Artworks are on view at Gimpo International Airport, offering an opportunity to appreciate Korea’s contemporary art during a layover at the airport. The exhibition “Be Free” kicked off on Friday joined by five artists – Paik Nam-june, Sheen Yi-chul, Jang Seung-hyo, Lee Lee-nam and Oh Dong-hoon, featuring sculptures and media art. Running through Oct.22, the exhibition shows a total of nine works across the third floor of the airport. The exhibition is supported by Ministr
Arts & DesignJuly 22, 2023
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[Photo News] K-beauty summer sale kicks off
The Korea Summer Beauty Sale, a beauty and cosmetics event designed to attract overseas travelers and showcase the best of Korea's beauty industry, kicked off on July 20. The event continues until Aug. 20 with various promotions and discounts on Korean beauty products as well as hands-on programs.
CultureJuly 21, 2023
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[Photo News] Education ministers in Busan
Education ministers and vice ministers from 21 countries pose for a group photo with the Rev. Park Ock-soo (seventh from left, front row), founder of the International Youth Fellowship, at the World Minister Forum held at Nurimaru APEC House in Busan to discuss youth-related problems and plans to promote the "Mind Education" program promoted by the Christian-based organization, Thursday.
PeopleJuly 20, 2023
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[Photo News] Fly with BTS
South Korean budget air carrier Jeju Air on Wednesday unveiled a BTS-themed airplane as an official partner for the 2023 BTS Festa, a celebration of the K-pop group’s 10th anniversary. The airplane will fly passengers on Jeju Air’s international routes until the year-end.
IndustryJuly 19, 2023
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[Photo News] Support for multicultural families
Winners of the 15th Multicultural Family Award, hosted by Hana Financial Nanum Foundation, pose for a photo at the ceremony held at the financial group’s headquarters in central Seoul, Monday. Since its launch in 2009, the award aims to support the integration of immigrant women in South Korea. This year’s top winner is Ra Ji-won from Vietnam with 13 years of marriage with his Korean husband, who has served as a reliable mentor for newlywed immigrants in the country.
IndustryJuly 19, 2023
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[Photo News] Jumbo size at Starbucks
A Starbucks employee hands a customer a Trenta-sized drink, with nearly a liter of beverage, at a Starbucks outlet in Seoul, Wednesday. Starbucks Korea said it will start sales of the jumbo-sized beverages on its popular summer menu from Thursday. The promotion, initiated in the Asian market for the first time in commemoration of Starbucks Korea's 24th anniversary, will be for takeout drinks only, through Sept. 30.
ConsumerJuly 19, 2023
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[Photo News] All-new Santa Fe unveiled
Hyundai Motor on Tuesday unveiled the all-new Santa Fe, the South Korean automaker's signature midsized sports utility vehicle. The SUV's fifth-generation model underwent a full face-lift for the first time in five years. With the H-shaped headlamps featuring the carmaker's emblem, Hyundai said the vehicle is designed to fit both city and outdoor lifestyles. The automaker plans to disclose the SUV's specifications on Aug. 10.
MobilityJuly 18, 2023
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[Photo News] Mercedes-Benz Mobile Academy
Mercedes-Benz Korea said Sunday that a total of 11 South Korean college students have visited the carmaker’s facilities in Germany, including a smart factory in Sindelfingen and an AMG factory as part of an industry-university cooperation program, named Mercedes-Benz Mobile Academy. Since the program’s 2014 launch, more than 150 students have visited the European country. “I hope this year’s headquarters visit program will serve as a good referendum for the young traine
IndustryJuly 16, 2023
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[Photo News] Top dogs
The 2023 International Canine Federation (FCI) Seoul International Dog Show is being held at aT Center in Seoul, from Friday to Sunday. On Friday morning, the 103rd Korea Kennel Federation Dog Grooming Competition took place at the venue in Seocho-gu, southern Seoul. Participants carried on a spirited competition, each seeking to make their dog the most beautiful. Until Sunday, the KKF holds the 2023 FCI Seoul International Dog Show, which includes the KKF Championship Dog Show as well. Meanwhil
CultureJuly 14, 2023