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Opposition-led Assembly unilaterally passes bill to probe Marine's death
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Inflation eases in April, continues bumpy ride
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Golden chance to liquidate babies’ gold rings?
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Seoul to more than double military drones by 2026 to counter NK threats
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[New faces of Assembly] Architect behind ‘audacious initiative’ believes in denuclearized North Korea
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Seoul alerts overseas missions to NK terror threats
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Russia sent more than 165,000 barrels of refined petroleum to N. Korea in March: White House
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Over 60% of S. Koreans support W100m childbirth incentive: survey
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‘Inside Out 2’ adds four new emotions, explores teenage life
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Questions raised over fair promotion of RM, NewJeans
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When you are feeling blue
When Lee Mi-na opened her spa, “SPA THE EL” in southern Seoul in 2011, she had one goal. On top of facials and body massages, the former TV personality wanted to offer treatments for the mind. The spa specializes in special services such as color therapy and counseling, which aid in improving mood and reducing the risk of depression. Lee, who spent many years in the television industry, says she was severely depressed in high school. “I am the kind of person who cares about what others think abo
PerformanceNov. 1, 2013
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Calendar
Theater“Bungee Jumping in Their Own”: A musical adaptation of filmmaker Kim Dai-seung’s 2001 unusual romance “Bungee Jumping of Their Own” is currently being performed in Seoul. The 2001 film featured late actress Lee Eun-joo and hallyu heartthrob Lee Byung-hun, and deftly linked the themes of magic and curse of first love, reincarnation and even homosexuality. The show tells the story of a man who lost his first love to a car accident in the 1980s. The show runs until Nov. 17 at Doosan Art Cent
PerformanceNov. 1, 2013
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Boxoffice: Thor: The Dark World, The Accomplice, Lovelace
Thor: The Dark WorldOpened Oct. 30Action. Adventure. Fantasy. Directed by Alan Taylor. A year has passed since the Avengers came together. Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is back in the kingdom of Asgard with his brother Loki (Tom Hiddleston) locked up in the dungeon for threatening to destroy the world. Meanwhile, on Earth, Jane Foster (Natalie Portman) coincidentally comes upon an ancient weapon that predates the universe itself and was originally owned by the Dark Elves. Malekith (Christopher Ecclest
FilmNov. 1, 2013
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Eyelike: Troublemaker makes risque return
Troublemaker makes risque returnTroublemaker “Chemistry”(Universal Music) The duo that made a sensation with risque dance moves on the hit single “Troublemaker” is back with another scandalous concept, but this time in the form of an EP, “Chemistry.” The 5-track EP starts surprisingly strong with “Turn Up the Volume,” featuring a refreshing acoustic sound. Hyuna’s vocals aren’t striking, but her unique tone works well with Hyunseong’s clear voice. “There is No Tomorrow” portrays the listless l
PerformanceNov. 1, 2013
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‘12 Years a Slave’ a searing exploration of a dark chapter in American history
At the start of “12 Years a Slave,” a nonfiction account of his experiences as a slave published in 1853, Solomon Northup expressed pleasure at the burgeoning number of books, newspaper articles and other writings that had started to sprout alongside his own memoir.“Since my return to liberty, I have not failed to perceive the increasing interest throughout the Northern States, in regard to the subject of Slavery,” Northup wrote. “Works of fiction, professing to portray its features in their mor
FilmNov. 1, 2013
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When in Rome, stroll like Romans do
The hazy, damp air of the hottest April in 40 years finally cooled around our rental apartment near the Pantheon in Rome, enough that it was comfortable for me to put on a long-sleeve collared shirt and my sport-coat above my slacks and black shoes for the first time in five days. I announced to my wife and two children that it was time to take a family stroll.“Where are we going?” asked my son, then 18.“I don’t know ― that’s the whole point,” I said. “It’s called la passeggiata. Families dress
TravelNov. 1, 2013
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Controlling communication costs from the road
Vetera n road warriors know how expensive it can be to coordinate business communication from the road. Factor in social media expectations for those making their living online, and travel costs can increase significantly. This is especially true for international travel. Following are a handful of ways you can tackle tech and communication costs while remaining mobile.Calls: While controlling your monthly calling bill in the United States is easily handled with any one of a number unlimited car
TravelNov. 1, 2013
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Seoul dominates Chinese tourism in Korea
More than 90 percent of the 2.2 million Chinese tourists to Korea visit Seoul, stay six days and spend $250 per day on average, according to statistics released by The Seoul Institute, a Seoul city government-run research institute, this week. The figures based on data from 2011 showed that 91.1 percent of Chinese travelers visited Seoul and women travelers outnumbered men, with the men-to-women ratio changing from 57:43 in 2007 to 49:51 in 2011. The two most popular places to visit were Myeong-
TravelNov. 1, 2013
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The Ritz-Carlton adds 10th luxury property in China
The Ritz-Carlton added a 10th property in China with the opening of the Ritz-Carlton, Tianjin. The hotel, located at the historical heart of the former British concession and modern downtown business district by Haihe River, takes its architectural inspiration from Art Deco, the neo-classical style of the early 1900s. The new property introduces a new Ritz-Carlton Club, a residential concept featuring an open kitchen serving five food and beverages throughout the day, a private dining room and a
TravelNov. 1, 2013
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Lawry’s The Prime Rib opens first Seoul outlet
Some might think that steak ― in its seared, juicy glory ― has the last word when it comes to beef. But those who have witnessed firsthand the sheer heft of a prime rib roast over holiday dinner will know that if we are taking about quantity, then the roast would win, hands down. There is something almost overwhelming about a prime rib roast. A towering primal cut of rib, bones still in, this is feast-friendly beef, meant to be consumed in massive amounts by large crowds. In fact, its very size
FoodNov. 1, 2013
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Luxury dining in presidential style
Fine dining has taken a step beyond a mix of good ingredients and meticulous presentation to include the setting as well. Sheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel presents luxury dining at the hotel’s presidential suite. Overlooking the nightscape of Seoul, the 265-square-meter presidential suite on the 39th floor offers an exceptional dining experience. The hotel offers an eight-course menu prepared by Paul Dodd, the new executive sous chef in charge of Western cuisine at the hotel, targeting couples p
FoodNov. 1, 2013
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Around the hotels
Taste of Europe at Sheraton Grande WalkerhillSheraton Grande Walkerhill is offering the Taste of Europe promotion featuring a special eight-course menu at its European-style restaurant and bar CLOCK16 from Nov. 1 to Jan. 31. The menu includes an array of authentic European cuisine by world-renowned chefs. Dishes in the menu include salad with cod fish, chickpea soup with grilled prawns, seafood baked in parchment paper, cannelloni stuffed with beef cheek, balsamic vinegar sorbet, charcoal-grill
FoodNov. 1, 2013
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Doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew)
Doenjang (fermented soybean paste) is a staple Korean condiment that’s used, among other things, as a base for stew or soup. Its deep, rich flavor is created by several months of fermentation and aging. Doenjang jjigae is a stew, which typically includes meat, tofu and various vegetables. It is one of the most representative dishes of everyday home-cooked Korean meals. Korean home cooks usually save the water used to rinse rice, ssalddeummul, and use it for a stew or soup. The rice water adds st
FoodNov. 1, 2013
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EXO to launch exclusive TV variety show
Despite being relatively new faces in the K-pop scene, EXO has managed to expand their fan base throughout Asia and is quickly growing into one of the country’s most popular boy bands. At the height of their popularity, the 12 members will be launching their first TV variety program called “EXO’s Showtime” on MBC Every 1, the network announced on Thursday.The premise of the weekly show will be simply following the everyday lives of the young boys, who claim that for the most part, they are just
PerformanceNov. 1, 2013
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Harrison Ford back to star wars in new sci-fi film
LOS ANGELES (AFP) ― More than 30 years after “Star Wars,” Harrison Ford has returned to inter-stellar space battles in big-budget sci-fi spectacular “Ender’s Game.”But the 71-year-old insists it’s the human relations rather than hi-tech wizardry that drew him to the project, developed from a novel by Orson Scott Card and directed by South African “X-Men” director Gavin Hood.“It doesn’t matter to me whether I go back into outer space or not,” he told reporters in Beverly Hills, ahead of the movie
FilmNov. 1, 2013
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Swedish firm says will bombard Pyongyang with underwear
Heads-up, Pyongyang: Lingerie is headed your way.The North Korean capital on Thursday was selected by popular online demand as a target for a Swedish clothing brand’s campaign to “love-bomb” places with 450 pairs of underwear.Bjorn Borg recently held “Bjorn Borg Says JA! to Weapons of Mass Seduction,” event that had people from around the world nominating locations that need “love and seduction,” on which the company will drop its products.Pyongyang came in first with 27,162 votes, while Chalmer
PeopleNov. 1, 2013
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Joseon literati’s robe goes modern
Seeking to find a new fashion inspiration ― much like Japan’s kimono has inspired many global-leading designers ― a Korean cultural non-profit organization hopes to instill the Joseon literati’s outer robe as the next Oriental fashion inspiration. Arumjigi Culture Keepers Foundation presents a triennial exhibition shedding light on the outer robe of the Joseon literati and the spirit behind it. The exhibition, which runs from Thursday to Nov. 20, displays traditional robes in various colors and
Arts & DesignOct. 31, 2013
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Lee Joon-gi to go on Asia tour
Actor Lee Joon-gi is planning a large-scale tour, “Lee Joon-gi Asia Tour JG Night,” to meet fans in Korea, China and Japan. The tour will not be just meetings with fans, but will be organized as a concert-like event complete with Lee performing on stage. The star will start the tour in Seoul on Dec. 14 and then meet fans in Beijing, China, on Jan. 4 and Shanghai on Jan. 11, before traveling to Guangzhou on Jan. 15. In Japan, the actor will take the stage in Nagoya on Jan. 27, Osaka on Jan. 28, a
Oct. 31, 2013
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Rattle, Berlin Philharmonic to bring 21st-century dynamic to orchestral music
It has been two years since the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra visited Korea. But classical music fans here cannot get enough of the orchestra dubbed “the most powerful sound in the world.”On Nov. 11-12, the group led by Sir Simon Rattle will perform at the Seoul Arts Center Concert Hall staging Schumann’s Symphony No. 1; Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 1; Stravinsky’s “Le Sacre du Printemps,” and Boulez’s “Notations Pour Orchestra,” as well as Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7. Celebrated violinist and
PerformanceOct. 31, 2013
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Bali Hindus angered by sacred temple tourism plan
DENPASAR, Indonesia (AFP) ― Hindu leaders on the Indonesian holiday island of Bali Tuesday lashed out at a government plan to attract more tourists to their most sacred temple as “degrading” to Hinduism.The row highlighted concerns that Bali’s booming tourism industry is a double-edged sword, as it threatens to erode the Hindu culture which is part of the attraction for the millions who visit the tropical island.The Indonesian Hindu Association’s concerns centred on a government decision to incl
CultureOct. 31, 2013