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1 in 3 Koreans live alone, family types becoming diverse
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US 'incredibly concerned' about suspected NK-Iran military ties
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K-pop group's manager dismissed for setting up spycam in theater dressing room
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Why is Apple Pay struggling to get purchase in Korea?
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Yoon's office denies considering liberal figures for key posts
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Seoul says Fu Bao loan 'not going to happen'
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[Today’s K-pop] BTS pop-up event to come to Seoul
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[Photo News] Bringing Korean chicken to India
Genesis BBQ Group Chairman Yoon Hong-geun (right) and Rajendra Jagdale, the director general of Science and Technology Park in India, pose after their meeting in Seoul last Wednesday. The two discussed ways for the Korean chicken franchise to enter the Indian market and share its business know-how with local partners.
ConsumerApril 30, 2023
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[Photo News] Yoo Ji-an's moon jar series on display at Lotte Hotel Seoul
A total of 20 craft works by contemporary mother-of-pearl artist Yoo Ji-an are on display at Lotte Hotel in Seoul. Yoo has created sculptures inspired by Korea’s traditional craftsmanship, pioneering the genre of contemporary mother-of-pearl art. The exhibition “On the Path of Time” features the artist’s “The Moon” series at the hotel’s lobby and lounge “Le Salon” on the 16th floor. One of Yoo’s moon jars created with mother-of-pearl, p
Arts & DesignApril 28, 2023
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[Photo News] Foreign students celebrate cultural diversity
On a warm spring day, foreign exchange students at the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies gathered in their traditional costumes and held up their respective country flags to introduce their cultures during the 17th Culture Expo event hosted by the Korean Language and Culture Education Institute at HUFS in Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, on Friday. Students operated booths introducing regional cultures, and conducted traditional music and dance performances.
CultureApril 28, 2023
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[Photo News] Hyundai chair at Yoon’s US Congress speech
Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung Euisun (second from right in second row) was spotted during President Yoon Suk Yeol’s address to a joint meeting of the US Congress, celebrating the 70th anniversary of the bilateral alliance at the House Chamber of the US Capitol, Washington, D.C., on Thursday. Chung and top executives including Hyundai Motor Group CEO Chang Jae-hoon and Jose Munoz, president and CEO of Hyundai and Genesis Motor North America, had reportedly signed up to make sure
MobilityApril 28, 2023
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[Photo News] New Mercedes E-Class
Mercedes-Benz unveiled the new E-Class in a digital world premiere on Tuesday. The new E-Class underwent a full change for the first time in seven years to feature advanced personalization and digitalization functions. The luxury midrange sedan is expected to go on sale early next year in South Korea.
MobilityApril 26, 2023
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[Photo News] Samsung's Ramadan offers
Visitors try out Samsung Electronics devices at Samsung's pop-up store at Dubai Mall in Dubai, Friday. The pop-up store, marking the Eid Al Fitr, offers hands-on experiences of Samsung's latest mobile devices and home appliances, and SmartThings, its smart home platform.
IndustryApril 23, 2023
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[Photo News] Kia at Milan Design Week
Karim Habib, Kia Corp.’s global head of design, looks around the carmaker’s exhibition booth themed “Opposites United” at the Milan Design Week 2023 in Italy, Friday. Kia was the only carmaker among the 12 finalists to be nominated for the Fuorisalone Award, a top prize given during the annual furnishing and design fair.
MobilityApril 23, 2023
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[Photo News] Upcycling air waste
South Korean low-cost carrier Jeju Air on Friday launched new merchandise made from decommissioned life vests as part of the company's efforts in achieving carbon neutrality. Collaborating with global upcycling brand Nukak, Jeju Air has released three products -- a passport wallet, travel bag and mini pouch -- available online.
MobilityApril 21, 2023
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[Photo News] Samsung honors Korean War heroes
A video featuring Korean War heroes is displayed on a giant outdoor billboard Samsung Electronics set up in Times Square in New York on Thursday. Samsung released the video to mark the 70th anniversary of the South Korea-US alliance and the 1953 armistice agreement that brought about a cessation to the Korean War.
IndustryApril 20, 2023
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[Photo News] LG honors Korean War heroes
A video featuring 12 high-profile US and South Korean war veterans plays on LG Group’s giant billboard in the heart of Times Square in New York on Thursday. South Korea’s Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs made the video in commemoration of the 70th anniversary of the Korea-US alliance this year.
IndustryApril 20, 2023
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[Photo News] Hyundai's lunar dream
Hyundai Motor Group on Thursday unveiled the concept image of a lunar exploration rover, signaling the auto giant's initiatives to develop future space mobility. Working with South Korea's leading institutes, Hyundai Motor said it expects to complete the development of a prototype in the second half of 2024, setting 2027 as the target year to launch the actual product. The lunar rover will be equipped with autonomous driving technology, a self-charging system based on solar power, and
TechnologyApril 20, 2023
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[Photo News] Korean War heroes to be on display in New York's Times Square
Portraits of 12 Korean and American heroes who fought during the Korean War (1950-1953) will be on public display Thursday in New York's Times Square, marking the 70th anniversary of the Korean Armistice Agreement. Samsung and LG will play a video dedicated to the Korean War veterans, made by the South Korea Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs, starting from 12 a.m. on Monday. The video contains the portraits of 12 heroes including General Douglas MacArthur, who led the successful Ope
DefenseApril 20, 2023
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[Photo News] World IT Show kicks off
The latest home appliances are showcased by Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics at the World IT Show 2023 that kicked off Wednesday in Seoul. The nation’s two top tech giants set up exhibition booths to show off their latest home appliances and mobile devices at the tech trade show running through Friday. Above is LG’s MoodUp color-changing refrigerator, while below is a gaming zone for Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S23 smartphone.
IndustryApril 19, 2023
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[Photo News] Dolphin with severed beak raises alarm over dolphin tourism
A dolphin with a severely damaged beak and fin was spotted on Monday off the southwestern shore of Jeju Island, raising concerns over dolphin tourism. Photos of the Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin and its herd taken by local media show that large parts of its beak and fin have been severed. The injuries appear quite recent, with what appears to be blood still visible around the affected areas. Jeju-based dolphin advocacy groups have argued that fishing boats and ferries severely harm dolphins by
Social AffairsApril 19, 2023
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[Photo News] Robot for rehabilitation
Hyundai Motor said Wednesday that it held a ceremony to donate two units of the X-ble MEX, a wearable robot developed to help users exercise the lower body, to Asan Medical Center in Seoul. The wearable robots will be used to help with the treatment and rehabilitation of paraplegia patients, according to the company. Hyundai has trademarked X-ble as its wearable robot brand with the intention to expand the technology to various industries.
TechnologyApril 19, 2023
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[Photo News] Volkswagen to foster tech talent in Korea
Volkswagen Group Korea said Tuesday it has signed a memorandum of understanding with 42 Wolfsburg, a German nonprofit coding school, the German Embassy in Korea and a consortium led by Seoul’s Education Ministry to nurture young tech talent in the automotive software sector. The signing ceremony was held Thursday in commemoration of the 140th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Korea and Germany, with German Ambassador to Korea Michael Reiffenstuel (front, center) and Volkswagen Group K
IndustryApril 18, 2023
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[Photo News] Hyundai N makes China debut
Hyundai Motor Group said it has unveiled its high performance car N Brand model The New Elantra at the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition in China for the first time in the world. The Elantra model, scheduled for launch by the end of this year, is part of Hyundai's renewed sales push in China. Mufasa, the compact sport utility vehicle waiting for debut in June, was also showcased during the event.
MobilityApril 18, 2023
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[Photo News] Hyundai sponsors archery
Hyundai Motor Group said Monday it has renewed its sponsorship of the World Archery Federation for three more years until 2026. The carmaker will be sponsoring the archery games for 10 years, with this year’s Hyundai Archery World Cup and Hyundai World Archery Championships slated for Apr. 18 and July, respectively. Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung Euisun is serving as the head of the Korea Archery Association since 2005.
IndustryApril 17, 2023
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[Photo News] 1st rollable display for cars
Hyundai Mobis said Monday it has developed a rollable display for cars -- the first of its kind globally. The 30-inch display can be rolled up and down depending on the mode the driver chooses. The automotive parts unit affiliated with Hyundai Motor Group said it aims to secure orders from luxury carmakers globally.
MobilityApril 17, 2023
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[Photo News] Robot chefs
Doosan Robotics on Monday launched a food and beverage collaboration robot that can aid basic operations in the kitchen. According to the company, the robot arm can lift up and carry objects weighing up to 5 kilograms with an operational reach of 90 centimeters. Doosan Robotic said it will look to expand the application of the robot arm to bakeries and fast food restaurants.
TechnologyApril 17, 2023