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Contentious grain bill put directly to plenary meeting for vote
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Yoon's approval rating plunges to all-time low
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Will tug-of-war between doctors, government end soon?
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Climate impacts set to cut 2050 global GDP by nearly a fifth
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Trilateral talks acknowledge ‘serious’ slumps of won, yen
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[Graphic News] More Koreans say they plan long-distance trips this year
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[KH Explains] Hyundai's full hybrid edge to pay off amid slow transition to pure EVs
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North Korea removes streetlights along cross-border roads with South
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Russia's denial of entry of S. Korean national unrelated to bilateral ties: Seoul official
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Farming households dip below 1m for first time in 2023
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Gwangju center seeks volunteers for GIC Day
Gwangju International Center is looking for talent show participants and people to run booths for the 20th annual Gwangju International Community Day in October.Boram Lee said the objective behind GIC Day is to help promote multiculturalism in Gwangju and Korea. Her team hopes to have as positive a turnout as last year’s GIC Day, where people from around the city showcased their cultures.The novelty of the performances, Lee explains, is what makes them exciting.“Last year the Indonesian team won
Expat LivingAug. 12, 2014
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Catholic singers to spice up papal Masses
As Pope Francis prepares to make his way to Korea for his first papal visit, several renowned Korean singers will lend a hand in welcoming the pontiff by performing at major events during his five-day stay from Aug. 14-18.Internationally acclaimed soprano Jo Su-mi and veteran singer Insooni, both devout Catholics, will stage special performances during the Mass on the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, to be held at the World Cup Stadium in Daejeon on Aug. 15.Jo is scheduled to perform a numbe
CultureAug. 12, 2014
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Manuscript of ancient map reveals cartographer’s endeavor
A newly discovered manuscript offers a new glimpse into the endeavors behind a famous ancient map of Korea which is regarded as the greatest cartographic achievement before the modern period. The manuscript, unveiled by the National Library of Korea on Monday, is believed to be one of several early drafts drawn by 19th century cartographer Kim Jeong-ho before he carved the “Daedongyeojido” on woodblocks in 1861. Part of the manuscript for “Daedongyeojido (The Detailed Map of the Great East).” (
CultureAug. 12, 2014
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Japan architects sell a lifestyle on global stage
TOKYO (AP) ― A new generation of Japanese architects is scoring success by reinterpreting the past. Unlike their predecessors, who modernized Japan with Western-style edifices, they talk of fluidly defining space with screens, innovatively blending with nature, taking advantage of earthy materials and incorporating natural light, all trademarks of Japanese design. And their sensibility that speaks to a human-oriented yet innovative everyday life is proving a hit abroad, said Erez Golani Solomon,
Arts & DesignAug. 12, 2014
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YG’s Winner debuts at No. 1
Winner (YG Entertainment)Rookie K-pop group Winner topped major music charts with its debut album Tuesday. As the YG Entertainment boy band dropped its debut EP “2014 S/S” at midnight on Aug. 12, one of the two main tracks, “Empty,” instantly appeared at the top of the nine major Korean music charts, including Mnet, Olleh Music and Naver Music. The other tunes on the album, including the other main track “Color Ring,” made the top five on the charts. The group’s five members ― Kang Seung-yoon, L
Aug. 12, 2014
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Lana Del Rey latest to postpone Israel show
U.S. singer Lana Del Rey performs on the Pyramid Stage on the second day of the Glastonbury Festival of Music and Performing Arts in Somerset, England, June 28. ( AFP)Washington (AFP) ― Lana Del Rey has become the latest Western musician to call off a concert in Israel as security fears from the Gaza conflict take a toll on the entertainment industry. The U.S. pop balladeer, whose latest album “Ultraviolence” debuted at No. 1 on the U.S. charts, had been scheduled to play her first concert in Is
PerformanceAug. 12, 2014
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Jo Jung-rae wins first Simhun Literary Award
Jo Jung-rae, the author of popular history saga “Taebaek Mountain Range,” has been chosen as the recipient of the first Simhun Literary Award, the organizers of the award said Tuesday. The 70-years-old writer edged out six final contenders, including four Koreans, a Japanese and a Vietnamese, to take the 20 million won ($19,500) in prize money. Korean novelist Jo Jung-rae. (Kim Myung-sub/The Korea Herald)The organizers, the Simhun Sangnok Cultural Festival Committee, praised Jo for his “continu
BooksAug. 12, 2014
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JYJ holds autograph session for fans
K-pop trio JYJ hosted an autograph session on Monday to celebrate the release of its second full album “Just Us.”The event was held at the Yeouido IFC Mall in Seoul. JYJ will hold its “The Return of the King” concert tour in eight cities across Asia including Seoul, Hong Kong and Shanghai.By Kim Min-jin, Intern reporter (minjin103@heraldcorp.com)[Photo Credit: OSEN]
Aug. 12, 2014
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EXO to release first photobook next week
K-pop sensation EXO will release a photobook titled “Die Jungs (The Boys)” on Aug. 18, which is a compilation of pictures documenting their time in Germany. The album presents pictures of the 11 members posing on the streets of Germany, highlighting their cheeky and mischievous teen image. The upcoming photobook will be released in three versions ― EXO, EXO-K and EXO-M ― to showcase the members’ individual charms. EXO-K and EXO-M are subunits of EXO that specifically target Korean and Chinese au
Aug. 12, 2014
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Choi Min-sik’s ‘Lucy’ tops worldwide box offices
Korean actor Choi Min-sik’s Hollywood debut film “Lucy” is sweeping international box offices. The Hollywood blockbuster, costarring Scarlett Johansson and Morgan Freeman, soared to the top of the box office in North America. The movie was released there on July 25. Scenes from “Lucy.” (EuropaCorp)“Lucy” also topped the box offices of Australia, Bulgaria and the Netherlands in the first weekend of its release. So far, the film has earned more than $100 million worldwide. The film is set to hit
Aug. 12, 2014
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G-Dragon praying against wall painting
G-Dragon posted a picture of him praying on his Instagram on Monday. In the photo, the K-pop artist, wearing fashionable overalls, has his head lowered and hands together, against a painting of praying hands on the wall. “Born to amuse, to inspire, to delight here one day,” the painting reads. G-Dragon took the stage as a headliner at KCON 2014, held from Aug. 9-10 in California, the U.S. (laeticia.ock@heraldcorp.com)
Aug. 12, 2014
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Kris moves back into spotlight amid ongoing legal battle
Kris, a former member of K-pop idol group EXO, is following in former Super Junior member Hangeng’s footsteps and will star with him in a joint Korea-China film. According to local news reports on Monday, Kris won a role as one of the male leads in the romantic flick “Xiao You Qiao Mu,” directed by Korean filmmaker Jo Jin-kyoo. Kris is the latest addition to the cast and joins Hangeng and Korean actor Joo Won. In the film the three stars compete to win the heart of the same woman. Kris’ move
Aug. 12, 2014
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Kris, Hangeng to costar in Korea-China film
Kris, an ex-member of K-pop idol group EXO, was cast to star in a Korea-China film, along with Hangeng, formerly of boy band Super Junior, according to news reports on Tuesday. Kris won the role as one of the male leads in the romantic flick “Xiao You Qiao Mu,” directed by Korean filmmaker Jo Jin-kyoo.Kris is the latest addition to the two other male leads, Hangeng and Korean actor Joo Won. The three stars will compete to win the heart of a woman in the film. Kris has been in the spotlight afte
Aug. 12, 2014
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Park Shin-hye ends fan meeting tour in China
Actress Park Shin-hye has rounded up her fan meeting tour in China, her agency officials said.Starting in Shanghai on July 26, Park visited five cities including Chongqing, Shenzhen, Changsha and Beijing for the past three weeks.The fan meeting was comprised of Park’s live performances and talk shows. According to local reports, Park met her fans with beautiful smiles throughout the whole event. Park also showed her love toward her fans by giving photos of herself taken with a Polaroid camera. “
Aug. 12, 2014
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Winner‘s debut album sweeps music charts
K-pop rookie group Winner’s debut album is dominating local music charts shortly after its release on Tuesday. The long-awaited boy band from YG Entertainment dropped its debut EP “2014 S/S” at midnight on Aug. 12. One of the album’s two lead tracks “Empty” instantly debuted at the top of nine Korean music charts such as Mnet, Genie, Olleh Music and Naver Music. The other songs, including the second title track “Color Ring,” also ranked high. (YG Entertainment)Though Winner is not completel
Aug. 12, 2014
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Hong Jong-hyun’s daily life captured in pictorial
Actor and model Hong Jong-hyun’s stylish lifestyle was captured by fashion magazine High Cut. The fashion shoot showed Hong with his dog, taking a selfie and riding a bike, all in casual outfits. The entire pictorial can be seen in High Cut’s 131th edition. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: High Cut)
Aug. 12, 2014
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Jun Ji-hyun in charismatic fall editorial
Actress Jun Ji-hyun’s charismatic fall editorial for fashion brand SHESMISS was revealed on Tuesday. The actress can be seen in a range of styles, including a monotone jacket, dress and trench coat. She also exudes charisma in a black jacket matched with a natural, long hairstyle. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: SHESMISS)
Aug. 12, 2014
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Baekhyun draws line between work and love
K-pop idol group EXO’s Baekhyun says he will draw a clear line between work and relationships.Baekhyun said that he would separate his work from his love life at a press conference held Monday in Seoul for the upcoming entertainment show “EXO 90:2014.” During a Q&A session with the reporters, Baekhyun was asked whether he would feel awkward appearing with actresses in music videos as he is dating Taeyeon of Girls’ Generation.“Work is work. I will do my best,” he told the reporters. Baekhyun did
Aug. 12, 2014
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JYJ proves it doesn’t need broadcasters’ help
K-pop group JYJ has come back with a vengeance, being nominated for the No. 1 spot on SBS music program “Inkigayo” Sunday despite not having any TV promotions for their latest album.The three members -- Junsu, Jaejoong and Yoochun -- came back together to release their second full-length album “Just Us” on July 29, three years after their last EP album “In Heaven.” The album so far has wowed fans and critics in the music industry, especially after their latest feat on “Inkigayo.”This came after
Aug. 12, 2014
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Jung Yunho makes first appearance in ‘The Night Watchman’
Member of K-pop duo TVXQ and actor Jung Yunho appeared as an actor for the first time in the MBC drama “The Night Watchman” on Monday.Jung plays the role of Moosuk, one of the greatest swordsmen in the Joseon Dynasty.The actor appeared in the third episode of the drama with actress Seo Ye-ji, who plays Jung’s cousin Park Soo-ryeon. In the scene, Jung quickly destroyed stone roof tiles that were flying toward Seo. Jung’s charismatic first impression gained attention from viewers, who said online
Aug. 12, 2014