Photographer Rotta accused of sexual harassment

Widely known for his controversial works, photographer Rotta has been accused of sexually harassing a model. The alleged victim claimed in a television news interview that Rotta harassed her five years ago while shooting a pictorial.“(The photographer) suddenly asked me to bite his finger, claiming that he demands the act of all girls when shooting. He kept touching me as well,” the accuser said. Despite her clear refusal, he continued to physically come into contact with her, she added. She lef

March 1, 2018

YouTubers go offscreen to perform onstage

When YouTuber Josh Carrott, better known here as the Korean Englishman, appeared onstage with his creative partner Ollie Kendal, the crowd erupted into cheers. The two English nationals, famous for their video content that introduces Korean culture to foreigners, frolicked around onstage. They brought audience members into the spotlight, handed out snacks and hosted a 15-minute performance with showmanship. 　Magician Nicky followed with a live magic show, bringing audience members onto the stage

Feb. 26, 2018

Bae Bien-u faces #MeToo movement for his sexual misconduct: report

Renowned photographer Bae Bien-u, 68, has become the latest figure outed in the #MeToo movement, being accused of sexually harassing female students when he was a professor.  (Yonhap)According to local daily Kyunghyang Shinmun, graduates of Seoul Institute of Arts are lashing out at the photographer for sexually assaulting students both verbally and physically. “Teaching a class at his studio in November 2010, the professor came up to me from behind and grabbed my buttocks,” one of the accusers

Feb. 23, 2018

[Photo News] Tteokguk for breakfast

Joe Erlinger (center, in hanbok), president of McDonald’s High Growth Markets Segment, has breakfast with local staff in Sokcho, Gangwon Province, Tuesday. The former head of McDonald‘s Korea is visiting the country to celebrate the company’s 30th anniversary here and the PyeongChang Winter Olympics, the company said. (McDonald’s)

Feb. 19, 2018

Poet Ko Un to leave city amid controversies

Poet Ko Un is to leave Suwon amid sexual harassment allegations surrounding him and complaints over the city’s use of public funds to support him.Suspicions of sexual harassment arose when a female writer wrote a poem, explaining that the story came from her own experience of being sexually harassed. The unidentified character’s details matched that of the poet Ko, although she has not confirmed it was him.  Ko Un at the Maninbo Library (Park Hyun-koo/The Korea Herald)He has not responded to the

Feb. 18, 2018

[Herald Interview] What life is really like in Korea: YouTubers Whitney, Kyu-ho

From Korean dramas, “Gangnam Style” and BTS to the PyeongChang Winter Olympics, Korea has been on the receiving end of tremendous exposure to global audiences in recent years. 　But there are two influencers on YouTube who want to share with foreigners what “real life” -- often less glamorous but more human -- is like in Korea. The Korea Herald sat down with Lee Kyu-ho and Whitney on Feb. 7 at Google’s Campus Seoul to discuss their content.   Whitney (left) and Kyu-ho talk with The Korea Herald o

Feb. 14, 2018

Big Bang’s Taeyang, actress Min Hyo-rin marry in church ceremony

Boy band Big Bang’s Taeyang and his actress fiancee Min Hyo-rin tied the knot in a church on Saturday, the singer’s agency said.YG Entertainment said the closed-door wedding was held at a church in Anyang, south of Seoul, at 3 p.m., with singer Zion.T singing a congratulatory song. (YG Entertainment)Only a small number of their family members and acquaintances, including YG Entertainment CEO Yang Hyun-suk, attended the wedding, while a number of their Korean and foreign fans gathered outside.The

Feb. 4, 2018

Three Korean Instagrammers and why they became famous

A handful of Korean Instagram users have gained popularity for their inspiring content. The following are three Instagram influencers with distinctive personalities garnering global followers on the photo-sharing platform. Longboarding to freedom  Ko Hyojoo(@hyo_joo)님의 공유 게시물님, 2016 5월 10 9:54오후 PDTGliding on the pavement, hair flipping in the wind and arms weaving through the air freely, Ko Hyo-joo grabbed attention on social media in 2016 through her longboarding videos. The 29-year-old former

Feb. 2, 2018

Male beauty vlogger publishes book

There are many words to describe Kim Ki-soo: beauty creator, makeup artist, comedian, influencer. And now he can add one more to the list -- author. Kim recently published a makeup tutorial book, based on his mobile-centric beauty tutorial show titled “Do You Want to Live Pretty or Not?” produced by SBS.　Kim Ki-soo poses for photos, holding his book, at a press conference at SBS broadcasting station, western Seoul, Wednesday. (SBS)“It’s the first time that a mobile show has been made into a book

Jan. 25, 2018

[Photo News] Former German Chancellor to marry Korean interpreter

Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroder (right) and his Korean fiancee Kim So-yeon held a press conference to announce their engagement at Seoul Press Center on Thursday. Schroder and Kim announced they will tie the knot in autumn and split their time between Korea and Germany. Schroder and Kim met two years ago at a global conference. Kim currently represents Korea for the regional economic development of North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany, and also acts as Schroder’s interpreter. (Park Hyun-k

Jan. 25, 2018

[Photo News] Foreign press tour in Gangwon Province

PRESS TOUR IN GANGWON -- More than 30 foreign correspondents from the US, Asia and Europe joined a press tour hosted by Gangwon Province and The Korea Herald from Friday through Saturday, visiting a host of landmarks of the forthcoming PyeongChang Winter Olympics. Reporters from international media including the New York Times, BBC, Channel News Asia and TV Tokyo made a tour of Gangwon landmarks such as the Goseong Unification Observatory, DMZ Museum and tech-intensive Euiyaji 5G Village near Py

Jan. 21, 2018

[Video] Dreamers are doers

Shot by Lim Jeong-yeo / Edited by Lim Jeong-yeoBang Jin-hee is finally seeing her hotelier dream take shape.The 41-year-old mother of two teenage twins owns a clutch of pensions and villas in a secluded area near the Gyeongpo Lake in Gangneung, Gangwon Province. At the end of a narrow winding road stands six Analog 76 pensions and four Eastern Paris pool villas. “I always had it in the back of my mind that I would one day own a boutique hotel. Of course, a dream doesn’t take shape straight away.

Jan. 16, 2018

Lee Jung-jin confirms relationship with Euaerin

Actor Lee Jung-jin and singer Euaerin are in a romantic relationship.It was reported Thursday morning that the two stars are dating, along with some photos of them playing golf together. According to the report, despite the 10-year age gap, the two share a love for sports, particularly golf.  Lee Jung-jin on the left (Yonhap) and Euaerin (Star Empire)An hour after the report surfaced, Lee’s management agency said, “(The actor) confirmed that he has been dating her for the past seven months.” Aft

Jan. 11, 2018

[Video] Haven in nature welcomes those seeking rest

Shot by Lim Jeong-yeo / Edited by Lim Jeong-yeoFor those looking to find accommodation in Jeongseon, the city where the Alpine Centre for Olympics alpine skiing games is located, a very Korean retreat could serve as a cultural experience as well as a base camp for the upcoming Winter Olympics season.Yoon In-sook, 60, built for herself an organic haven in the rural region of Jeongseon, Gangwon Province, where she lives amongst untouched nature. Yoon claims that her way of life has helped tremendo

Jan. 7, 2018

[Video] Capturing unseen beauty of Gangneung

Bae Hyo-sun, 32, is living a lifestyle that is slightly different from most Koreans her age.With an architecture degree under her belt, Bae has led the construction of Budnamu Brewery, a homegrown craft beer joint in Hongje-dong, Gangneung, Gangwon Province. In the three years since it was built, the brewery has soared in popularity among the locals and turned into a hot spot for tourists visiting the coastal city.  Bae Hyo-sun (Lim Jeong-yeo/The Korea Herald)“I never thought I would work in the

Dec. 27, 2017

[Best Brand] Sesigan Dental Clinic offers best quality of cosmetic dentistry

Dental reshaping, a procedure to change a tooth‘s length, shape or surface, is common especially among celebrities to improve the appearance of their smile. However, nowadays, dental veneer treatment is much preferred for aesthetic purposes since the conventional orthodontic treatment, which involves braces and wires, takes an average of one year or more to complete. Sesigan Dental Clinic’s Sun Jong-yeonDental veneers are a thin porcelain shells that are used to cover the front of the teeth. The

Dec. 27, 2017

[Photo] What was Song-Song couple up to on Christmas?

Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo were spotted at a local bowling alley on Dec. 24. According to various news reports, the celebrity couple was seen bowling with some friends on Christmas Eve. In the revealed photos, the two actors, donning casual outfits, spent time at a bowling alley in Itaewon, Seoul.  (Weibo)Starring together as the lead couple of the drama series “Descendants of the Sun,” the couple tied the knot on Oct. 31, 2017.(khnews@heraldcorp.com)

Dec. 26, 2017

CICI announces 2018 award winners

The Corea Image Communication Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting a positive image of Korea, will be honoring CJ Group, Joachim Son-Forget and Angelina Danilova at this year‘s annual CICI Korea Image Awards ceremony, which will be held at the InterContinental Seoul Coex in Samseong-dong on Jan. 16The Korea Image Stepping Stone Award will be awarded to the CJ Group for its contribution to promoting Korean cultural content, CICI said in a statement Monday.　CJ Group Chairman

Dec. 18, 2017

[PyeongChang 2018] Jang Keun-suk named honorary ambassador for PyeongChang Olympics

Star actor-singer Jang Keun-suk has been named honorary ambassador for the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics and the host province of Gangwon, his agency said Thursday."We have high expectations from Jang Geun-suk as he has played a role bridging cultures in Asia," Gangwon Province Gov. Choi Moon-soon was quoted as saying by Tree J Company. Jang will promote the Winter Olympics and the ensuing Paralympics at his Japanese concerts in Osaka and Tokyo in January.He also promised to buy 2,018 tickets

Dec. 7, 2017

[Newsmaker] Korea’s last princess dies

Julia Mullock, ex-wife of Yi Gu, the last prince of the Korean Empire, passed away aged 94 late last month in a nursing home in Hawaii.The Ukrainian American was called Julia Lee in Korea after marrying Yi Gu in 1958 in New York where the two met while working at the firm of architect I. M. Pei. Julia Lee with her ex-husband Yi Gu, the last prince of the Korean Empire. (Yonhap)Yi Gu was the only child of Yi Eun (1897-1970), crown prince and seventh son of King Gojong of the Joseon dynasty. King

Dec. 6, 2017