Articles by Park Ju-young
Park Ju-young
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[Video] Top 3 food combinations in Korea’s convenience stores
For busy workers and students alike, Korea’s convenience stores have emerged as favorite spots to grab a quick meal. The major convenience store chains feature a wide range of food -- everything from individual servings of fruit to basic groceries and ready-made meals. To make a quick meal taste even better, Koreans often mix and match convenience store foods. You can even search YouTube for recipe ideas, such as “legendary combination of foods found in convenience stores,” or “a heavenly taste
Food Sept. 14, 2018
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[Weather] Rain to expand nationwide, cease Saturday morning
Rain in southern parts of Korea will expand nationwide Friday and will cease on Saturday morning. More than 100 millimeters of rain will lash coastal areas of Gyeongsang Province throughout the day, while 30 to 80 mm of rain will fall on the coastal areas of South Jeolla Province and inland regions of South Gyeongsang Province. (Yonhap)Beginning from the afternoon, about 10 to 50 mm of rain will fall in Chungcheong, Jeolla and North Gyeongsang provinces. Some parts of Gangwon and Gyeonggi provi
Social Affairs Sept. 14, 2018
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[Weather] Heavy rain to soak southern part of Korea
The weather on Thursday will be mostly cloudy nationwide in Korea, while the southern part of the country and Jeju Island are set to receive heavy rain. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, Jeju and coastal areas in the Honam region will receive more than 120 millimeters of rain until Friday. (Yonhap)About 5 to 20 mm of rain will fall in South Jeolla and South Gyeongsang provinces, and less than 5 mm of rain will scatter across North Jeolla and North Gyeongsang provinces on Thu
Social Affairs Sept. 13, 2018
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[Weather] Cloudy, rainy weather on the way
The weather in Korea will be mostly cloudy throughout Wednesday, with parts of the country expected to receive light rainfall. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, about 5 to 20 millimeters of rain will fall on Jeju Island and coastal areas in Gyeongsang provinces until afternoon. Rain might fall sporadically in Gyeongsang, Gangwon and South Jeolla areas as well.Temperatures in the morning will plummet to 12 to 20 degrees Celsius, which is slightly colder than the average temper
Social Affairs Sept. 12, 2018
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[Weather] Wider temperature range expected this week
Residents in most parts of Korea woke up to clear, sunny skies Monday morning, with temperatures having plummeted to a chilly 13 to 20 degrees Celsius. Areas on the east coast will receive light rain showers in the morning. (Yonhap)Daytime temperatures will rise to 21 to 28 C nationwide and cool down again at night. The daytime high in Seoul will record 28 C, Incheon 27 C, Suwon 28 C, Chuncheon 26 C, Gangneung 22 C, Daejeon 27 C, Gwangju 28 C, Daegu 25 C and Busan 25 C.As the daily temperature r
Social Affairs Sept. 10, 2018
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[Photo News] North Korea celebrates 70th anniversary
North Korea on Sunday staged a military parade to mark the 70th anniversary of the country’s foundation.The parade was attended by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s special envoy Li Zhanshu. It reportedly started around 10 a.m. and finished before noon. North Korean soldiers march with a float showing late North Korean leader Kim Il Sung during a parade for the 70th anniversary of North Korea`s founding day in Pyongyang, North Korea, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018. North
North Korea Sept. 9, 2018
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[Weather] Large daily temperature range to be seen Sunday
Residents of Korea woke up to chilly weather Sunday morning, as the temperature dropped to 11 to 19 degrees Celsius nationwide. As there will be a big difference between the high and low temperatures, the Korea Meteorological Administration advised people to take extra care of their health. (Yonhap)The daytime high in Seoul will reach 28 C, Incheon 27 C, Suwon 28 C, Gangneung 23 C, Daejeon 27 C, Gwangju 27 C, Daegu 27 C and Busan 26 C.Clear skies will be seen across the country throughout the da
Social Affairs Sept. 9, 2018
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[Trending] Veteran actor Im put over W10b into children's park
A theme park run by veteran actor Im Chae-moo went viral on social media Thursday, the day after Im appeared on the MBC talk show “Radio Star” and recalled the park’s early days. The 69-year-old actor opened Doori Land in 1991 and decided a week after its launch to open it to the public for free. Im encountered a father who was hesitant to enter the park, he said on Wednesday’s show, because he couldn’t afford the admission fees for his family. (MBC)“I immediately gathered the executives and ask
Television Sept. 6, 2018
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[Weekender] Noryangjin, a home turf of test-takers’ soul food
Noryangjin, a cluster of private cram institutes for various national exams, is home to some 40,000 Korean test-takers in their 20s and 30s. As most of its students tend to stay near their cram schools from early in the morning to late at night, the area’s dining culture has also evolved along the life patterns of the students. Portions are much cheaper and larger than in other Seoul neighborhoods, while the restaurants, vendors and cafes also tend to serve food quickly to save students’ time.
Food Sept. 6, 2018
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[Weather] Rain slated for late Thursday through Friday
The weather nationwide on Thursday will be a mix of sunny and cloudy, with rain forecast to begin in the nighttime. Northern parts of Gyeonggi Province and Gangwon Province will receive 5 to 40 millimeters of rain until Friday, while 20 to 60 mm of rain is expected to fall over the southern coast and Jeju Island. (Yonhap)Korea will see a large daily temperature range as daytime highs are set to hover around 26 to 29 degrees Celsius and lows to drop to 14 to 23 C. The temperature in Seoul will r
Social Affairs Sept. 6, 2018
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[Weather] Clear skies seen nationwide Wednesday
Clear and sunny skies will be seen nationwide Wednesday with daytime highs hovering around 27 to 31 degrees Celsius. Residents in Korea should take extra care of their health, as a large daily temperature range is expected, according to the Korean Meteorological Administration. (Yonhap)The temperature in Seoul will reach 29 C in the daytime, Incheon 28 C, Suwon 29 C, Gangneung 29 C, Daejeon 28 C, Gwangju 29 C and Busan 29 C. Strong winds are forecast nationwide throughout the day, especially in
Social Affairs Sept. 5, 2018
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[Trending] K-pop stars rave about ‘Inkigayo sandwich’
A simple sandwich that originated from the cafeteria of broadcaster SBS has caused a stir among K-pop fans. K-pop stars have heaped praise on the “Inkigayo sandwich” made with salad and strawberry jam, and it has gone viral on social media. Inkigayo Sandwich (de la Serna`s YouTube Channel)The sandwich was first made by the owner of SBS’ cafeteria, where only singers and staff are allowed to enter. It earned the name Inkigayo sandwich as many K-pop singers have satisfied their hunger with it befo
Food Sept. 5, 2018
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‘Solitary Gourmet’ actor talks about Korean dining culture during Seoul visit
Top Japanese actor Yutaka Matsushige talked about Korea’s dining culture during a visit to Seoul on Monday to attend the 2018 Seoul Drama Awards. The 55-year-old actor gained popularity in Korea for his role in the Japanese TV drama “Kodoku no Gurume (The Solitary Gourmet).” The show depicts the journey of salesman Goro, who visits eateries across Japan to try out local cuisine. Yutaka Matsushige (Yonhap)Appetizing footage of him relishing the dishes has swept social media platforms in Korea as
Television Sept. 4, 2018
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[Weather] Late summer heat to continue in daytime
Heavy rain that lashed Korea overnight will cease nationwide Tuesday morning, but cloudy skies will linger throughout the day.The late summer heat will stick around Tuesday, as daytime highs in Korea will hover around 26 to 30 degrees Celsius. The temperature in Seoul will rise to 29 C in the afternoon, Incheon 28 C, Suwon 29 C, Gangneung 28 C, Daejeon 29 C, Gwangju 29 C, Daegu 29 C and Busan 29 C. (Yonhap)The daytime highs are slightly increased compared to Monday’s, but the wind chill may make
Social Affairs Sept. 4, 2018
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[Weather] Heavy rain to pour down nationwide Monday
Parts of South Korea have received sporadic rain Monday morning, but that is likely to expand into a downpour nationwide from the afternoon. According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, about 50 to 100 millimeters of rain will lash the central parts of the country and North Gyeongsang Province on Monday, while the North and South Jeolla and South Gyeongsang provinces are set to receive 20 to 60 mm of rain. (Yonhap)The weather agency advised residents of Korea to take extra care in drivi
Social Affairs Sept. 3, 2018
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