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[Exclusive] UN Command finds cross-border broadcasts trigger trash balloons: JCS memo
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Seoul city to spend $326m on fighting 'loneliness'
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Censorship of Nobel winner Han Kang's book stirs debate
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[Herald Interview] Hanjin scion readies for big leap
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Opening game of Korean Series suspended due to rain
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Seoul warns Russian envoy on North Korea troop deployment
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Yoon meets Han amid escalating tension within ruling party
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Russian, N. Korean flags displayed together on Ukraine battlefield
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Seoul to mull more Ukraine support based on Pyongyang’s level of involvement: official
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[Behind the K-pop Scene] 'K-pop is all about money'
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Taste Mosu chef’s fine dining at 40,000 won
Following the globeal popularity of “Culinary Class Wars,” a cooking reality show from Netflix, the Seoul Metropolitan Government is holding a special event with Mosu chef Ahn Sung-jae, offering a chance to taste a fine dining meal for 40,000 won. The event will take place at Sevit Island by Banpo Hangang Park on Nov. 3. Under Ahn’s lead, contestants from the Netflix show -- Kang Seung-won (Triple Star), Bae Kyung-joon (One Two Three) --, as well as Oh Jong-il, the head chef fr
FoodOct. 22, 2024
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[Herald Interview] Rising stars of Korean classical music unite in recital
On Wednesday evening, rising Korean cellist Han Jae-min, who is Lotte Concert Hall's in-house artist this year, will take the stage with promising Korean pianist Park Jae-hong, and renowned Hungarian violinist Kristof Barati. The three will perform at the Han Jae-min Trio Recital at Lotte Concert Hall, featuring Rachmaninoff’s Piano Trio No. 1 “Elegy,” along with Dvorak’s Piano Trio No. 4 “Dumky,” and Tchaikovsky’s Piano Trio in A minor “In Me
CultureOct. 22, 2024
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[Herald Review] ‘Can We Get Married?’ depicts agonies of today’s 30-somethings
Korean cinema has recently seen a number of works that examine in-depth the real-life agony of young people in Korea, such as “Because I Hate Korea” and “Love in the Big City,” which closely depict young Koreans’ hardships in getting a job and embracing one’s identity. Director Kim Jin-tae of “Can We Get Married?” portrays an average 30-something couple in Korea facing a bumpy ride ahead as they get ready to get married. Lee Dong-hwi (“Reply
FilmOct. 22, 2024
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Leeum Museum of Art opens its art archive gems to public
Visitors to the Leeum Museum of Art, Korea's largest private museum run by the Samsung Foundation of Culture, can now view previously private archives on Korean art and the history of the museum, either at the museum by reservation or digitally via its website. The archives are divided into two sections -- Museum Archive and Art Archive -- and encompass some 86,000 items. The museum’s archive collection began in 1998 with some 40,000 items donated by Korea’s first-generation art
Arts & DesignOct. 22, 2024
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Exhibition reflects on mortality, journey to afterlife
At first glance, wooden figurines on display in glass cases appear inviting -- some look like a souvenir at a gift shop -- until you take a closer look. “I wasn’t actually aware that the exhibition is about death,” said Erwin Nieto, 35, a tourist from the Philippines who happened to drop by the exhibition “Kokdu” at the National Folk Museum of Korea on Tuesday. “But you know, reading the documents, the copies, it actually tells you there’s comfort in dea
Arts & DesignOct. 22, 2024
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[Herald Interview] Kim Dong-wook shifts gears to embrace comedy as crime buster
Kim Dong-wook, who shot to fame with his portrayal of the lovable barista in MBC's romantic comedy "Coffee Prince," has since embraced a range of dark and intense roles -- including the tragically murdered soldier in box office megahit "Along With the Gods" and a former violently bullied student in Tving's "The King of Pigs." After a lengthy break from comedic and lighthearted roles, Kim has recently returned as the main lead in "Seoul Busters,"
TelevisionOct. 22, 2024
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Korea's first venue for disability arts attracting growing audiences
Korea's first performance venue specifically designed for disability arts, Modo Art Theater, is celebrating its first anniversary Thursday. The black box theater, established and operated by the Korea Disability Arts and Culture Center, can accommodate up to 250 guests and holds the distinction of being the only performance space in the country specifically designed with a focus on "mobility convenience" for people with disabilities. “Collaboration between artists with disab
PerformanceOct. 21, 2024
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Lim Young-woong concert film breaks records, surpassing BTS
Korean trot star Lim Young-woong's concert film is making waves, surpassing BTS's record to become the highest-grossing concert film of all time. According to CGV, the film “I'm Hero: The Stadium,” which captures his concert at Seoul World Cup Stadium held in May, has attracted over 343,000 cumulative viewers as of Saturday, setting a new record for live performance films in Korea. This surpasses Lim's own previous record set by "I’m Hero: The Final,&qu
FilmOct. 21, 2024
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Han Kang’s works in 28 languages available at National Library
The works of this year’s Nobel Prize winner Han Kang are now on display at the National Library of Korea, on a specially curated bookshelf. The library's Literature Room on the second floor features 14 of Han’s major works published in Korea, including her early novel “Your Cold Hands” (2002) as well as the internationally acclaimed “The Vegetarian,” “Human Acts” and “We Do Not Part.” In addition to the Korean editions, the collect
BooksOct. 21, 2024
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[History through films] ‘Hunt’ spy flick set in Korea’s violent, chaotic ’80s
South Korea in the 1980s is often described as an era of violence and chaos. The period was marked by numerous major events in South Korean history, among them: the Gwangju Democratic Uprising in 1980 in which the military cracked down on civilians leading to a massacre; one of the largest fraud cases to date involving Jang Young-ja, a woman associated with then-President Chun Doo-hwan’s wife’s family in 1982; the Oct. 9, 1983 assassination attempt on Chun in Yangon, Myanmar in which
FilmOct. 21, 2024
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'Hellbound' returns: new and old faces rise from hell
The international hit dark fantasy thriller "Hellbound" is returning to Netflix with a new season after three years. The show's first season recorded an accumulated 110 million viewing hours within 10 days of its release, captivating local and international audiences alike with the story of Koreans receiving messages from ethereal beings about their impending damnation. The second season, slated to release its first episode Friday, picks up the story eight years later with a drama
TelevisionOct. 21, 2024
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Will any upcoming Hollywood blockbusters be hits in Korea?
Amid the ongoing slump of Hollywood blockbusters at the local box office, attention is focused on whether any of the upcoming mega-scale films can break the trend or struggle to compete against a diverse lineup of Korean movies. First on the list is “Venom: The Last Dance,” an American superhero film. The final installment in the Venom trilogy, opening in Korea on Oct. 23, sees Tom Hardy return to his role as Venom, one of Marvel’s most complex characters. The previous films
FilmOct. 20, 2024
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Hemingway's 'The Killers' interpreted by 4 directors in 1 film
A set of creative interpretations of Ernest Hemingway’s short story “The Killers” is set to hit Korean cinemas, captivating audiences with stunning cinematography and an innovative approach. The Korean film "The Killers" is an anthology comprising four short films, each directed by a different filmmaker: Kim Jong-kwan, Roh Deok, Chang Hang-jun and Lee Myung-se. These directors are well known for their previous works: “Josee,” “Very Ordinary Couple,&r
FilmOct. 20, 2024
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[What to play] Nostagic Korean ballads perfect for autumn
When temperatures drop and leaves begin to change color, many Koreans turn to Korean ballads, wallowing in the lonesome mood associated with falling leaves and the passing of the year close at hand. Numerous artists have continued the legacy of these nostalgia-evoking Korean ballads known for their soft vocals and sorrowful melodies. Sung Si-kyung -- 'On The Street' When talking about Korean ballads, singer Sung Si-kyung is almost always mentioned. His uniquely beautiful and expressi
CultureOct. 19, 2024
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Relaxing fall foliage trips, popular autumn getaways in Seoul
From mountaineering to rail biking, Seoul and the surrounding cities offer a wide array of exciting opportunities to take in the flaming reds, dazzling yellows and brilliant orange hues this autumn season. But, if you want to enjoy the beautiful fall foliage and atmosphere without traveling too far, head to some of Seoul’s popular autumn getaways near subway stations that are easily accessible. Haneul Park in Mapo-gu Haneul Park, one of the five parks of World Cup Park, is a popular spot
TravelOct. 19, 2024
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Korail offers discounts for train travel in November
State rail operator Korea Railroad Corp. announced that large-scale discounts on the country’s major tourist trains will be offered in November. In collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization's Travel Month campaign -- a promotion to encourage local tourism with discounts on public transportation -- Korail hopes to meet the public demand for travel. Discounts of up to 50 percent will be offered for South Korea’s five major to
TravelOct. 19, 2024
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Hakgojae Gallery aims to embrace diverse art with show of actor Ha Jung-woo's works
Actor Ha Jung-woo has been painting since when he was in his early 20s. His works were shown at art fairs from time to time, but they did not receive much attention. His works were largely overlooked because of the overall hostility harbored by the art industry toward celebrities picking up the brush. It came as a surprise to many when Hakgojae Gallery, considered conservative in its approach, opened a solo exhibition of Ha’s works on Wednesday. Woo Chung-woo, director of Hakgojae Gallery
Arts & DesignOct. 18, 2024