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Opposition-led Assembly unilaterally passes bill to probe Marine's death
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Inflation eases in April, continues bumpy ride
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Russia sent more than 165,000 barrels of refined petroleum to N. Korea in March: White House
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Key suspects grilled over alleged abuse of power in Marine death inquiry
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Seoul alerts overseas missions to NK terror threats
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[Graphic News] Number of coffee franchises in S. Korea rises 13%
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S. Korean children, teens grow taller, mature faster than before: study
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Some junior doctors are returning: Health Ministry
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Public backlash against division of Gyeonggi Province under 'corny' name
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[Robert J. Fouser] AI changes rationale for learning languages
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‘Close Your Eyes, Hold Hands’ follows life on run after disaster
Close Your EyesHold Hands/By Chris Bohjalian (Doubleday) Emily Shepard’s famous namesake once wrote that “The Soul selects her own Society ― Then ― shuts the Door.” Shepard, the runaway Vermont teenager who narrates Chris Bohjalian’s new novel, “Close Your Eyes, Hold Hands,” is just as choosy.Surprisingly, one of the few companions that Shepard ― a cutter, dope smoker and OxyContin popper, and sometimes a reluctant “prositot” for truckers ― selects is Emily Dickinson, the Belle of Amherst. Shepa
BooksJuly 24, 2014
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Paris Hilton names G-Dragon as her favorite musician
American socialite Paris Hilton said on a TV show that her favorite Korean artist is G-Dragon of K-pop boy band Big Bang. “Among Korean musicians, I like G-Dragon,” the Hilton heiress said during StoryOn’s “True Live Show.” The two met once onstage at the Mnet Asian Music Awards in 2013, when she handed over the trophy for the year’s best singer to G-Dragon. Hilton then praised him as a talented, cool man on her Twitter page. On the cable TV show scheduled to be aired on July 25, the big-name
TelevisionJuly 24, 2014
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Jay Park to return with new track ‘Na Na’
Park Jae-beom, widely known as Jay Park, is returning to the K-pop scene with his EP “Na Na” in late July, four months after the release of “Metronome” last April. Park’s self-composed song, armed with unstoppable hooks and a mellow melody, will be reminiscent of a summer night party, his agency said Thursday. The new track is to drop on July 25 through local music streaming charts. The 27-year-old American artist debuted as a member of K-pop boy band 2PM in 2008, but left the team two years lat
July 24, 2014
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EXO D.O. adds bromance to “It’s Okay, That’s Love”
Actor Jo In-sung and singer-actor D.O. of EXO attend the press conference for SBS’ new rom-com series “It’s Okay, That’s Love” in Seoul, July 15. (SBS)D.O. of K-pop boy band EXO flaunted pure, boyish charms in his screen debut on television series “It’s Okay, That’s Love,” Wednesday on SBS. The singer played Han Gang-woo, a writer-aspirant and enthusiast of professional detective novelist Jang Jae-yeol, played by Jo In-sung. The “boy-man chemistry” gained attention from watchers, adding to the f
July 24, 2014
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Kissing big-nosed people like Jo In-sung is difficult: Gong
Actress Gong Hyo-jin (top) and actor Jo In-sung appear on SBS's "Midnight TV Entertainment" on Wednesday. (SBS)Actress Gong Hyo-jin said she had a hard time kissing actor Jo In-sung in her latest rom-com “It’s Okay, That’s Love” because of his “big nose.” The rom-com queen said, “His nose is so big that it keeps poking my eyes during the kiss scene,” driving the audience into laughter during SBS talk show “Midnight TV Entertainment” on Wednesday. Jo, although embarrassed, immediately struck back
July 24, 2014
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‘Kundo’ breaks box-office record on opening day
“Kundo: Age of the Rampant” drew a record-high 550,000 viewers on its first day in theaters, heralding a rise of historical action films.The Korean historical film dwarfed the U.S. fantasy animation “How to Train Your Dragon 2” that drew 72,000 viewers, according to the state-funded Korea Film Council. Both films launched on Wednesday.“Kundo,” directed by Yoon Jong-bin and starring Ha Jung-woo and Gang Dong-won, replaces the former record movies “Transformer: Dark of the Moon (2011)” starring Sh
July 24, 2014
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Yim Si-wan shows off dandy character
Yim Si-wan, an actor and K-pop idol, posed for fashion magazine MUINE. He can be seen in a light blue suit with a white shirt and grey sweater. Yim currently appears in the drama “Triangle.”By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: MUINE )
July 24, 2014
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Park Shin-hye shines at airport
South Korea actress Park Shin-hye‘s photos taken at the airport were revealed on Thursday.Park’s agency SALT Entertainment released two photos of her that show off her fashion sense. In the photos taken at the airports in Korea and Japan, Park is wearing black-and-white striped shirts with a matching handbag and blue shoes. She was on her way to the two-day “2014 Story of Angel in Japan” fan meetings held in Tokyo and Osaka from July 19. Park continues her fan meeting Asia tour in China, Taiwa
July 24, 2014
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JYJ‘s Jaejoong holds farewell party for costar Oh Yeon-soo
Jaejoong of K-pop boy band JYJ posted several pictures taken with the cast of the MBC drama “Triangle” at a farewell party for his costar Oh Yeon-soo. “Before we send off Yeon-soo to the U.S., we gathered at home and had a good time,” Jaejoong wrote on his Twitter on Thursday. “Regardless of results or process, I appreciate that I could work on this drama that helped me meet good people,” he added. In the photos, the cast and crew are dressed casually, having beer and snacks at Jaejoong‘s home.
July 24, 2014
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2NE1’s Park Bom to step down from TV show ‘Roommate’
K-pop girl group 2NE1’s Park Bom, who recently came under fire for an alleged drug scandal, appears to have stepped down from the popular reality show “Roommate,” according to industry watchers. Park, a regular cast member on the show, has not participated in filming for the TV show since her alleged drug smuggling came to light. (OSEN)In light of the scandal, the show’s production team made clear that Park can continue to take part as none of the allegations were proven to be true, but Park has
July 24, 2014
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4Minute HyunA posing as ‘hippy’ for fashion magazine
K-pop idol and 4Minute member HyunA posed as “hippy girl” for fashion magazine Grazia. The hippy concept was suggested by HyunA herself. The idol wears denim shirts matched with a hairband and bracelets. The whole editorial can be seen in the August issue, where she also reveals details about her daily life. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo Credit: Grazia)
July 24, 2014
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Heechul selects himself as the ‘most handsome’ member in Super Junior
Heechul of Super Junior chose himself as the “most handsome” member of the boy group.The singer participated in the MBC radio program “Sunny’s FM Date” on Wednesday and revealed his charms as an entertainer. In the section of the program named “Reply from Star,” Heechul was asked to rank the group’s looks.“The first place would be me. The second place is Donghae, because I personally like his sad eyes,” Heechul replied.“Donghae has such deep ones like a sunset. On the other hand, I don’t have a
July 24, 2014
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Block B sweeps local charts with latest tune ‘Her’
K-pop boy band Block B’s latest tune “Her” debuted at the top of real-time music streaming charts after the group’s fourth EP “Her” was unveiled on Thursday. The title track “Her” debuted at No.1 on local charts such as Naver Music, Genie and Olleh Music, with other songs on the album also ranked high. The title of the song “Her” has dual meanings -- a woman in English and an interjection used in Korean to express astonishment. The seven-member group released its third EP “Jackpot” in April, but
July 24, 2014
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JYJ sings Chris Brown’s song
Famous rapper Chris Brown has participated in composing a song on JYJ‘s upcoming album.“Chris Brown’s song ‘Valentine’ will be the last track on JYJ’s second full album ‘Just Us’,” the agency said. “The recording was done in a studio in Los Angeles.”Chris Brown (Sony Music Korea) and JYJ (C-JeS Ent.)“The song is armed with an addictive melody and sexy lyrics, which will maximize the charm of JYJ’s vocals,” the agency added.Grammy Award-winning producer Lonny Bereal coproduced the song with Chris
July 24, 2014
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Entertainer Yoo Chae-yeong dies of cancer
Entertainer Yoo Chae-yeong died Thursday following a months-long battle against advanced gastric cancer, her agency said. She was 41. Yoo was diagnosed with cancer last October and was recently reported to be in critical condition “Her husband and other family stayed by her side until the last moment,” the agency said. “She did not leave any last words.” After debuting as a singer in 1994, Yoo broadened her career into acting.(khnews@heraldcorp.com)
July 24, 2014
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A reunion of time, space and movement
More than 30 years have passed since first-generation dancers Lee Jung-hee, Nam Jung-ho and Ahn Shin-hee performed the then post-modern interpretive dance production of “Love of Space” for the Korea National Contemporary Dance Company. Now decades later, the company is revisiting its past choreography and has invited the three original dancers to retrace their movements in their latest production “Roundabout Space,” which will be staged at the Korea Performing Arts Center on July 25 and 26.Altho
PerformanceJuly 23, 2014
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Creating the world of ‘Romeo & Juliette’
The man who created the African savanna on stage for the Broadway musical “Lion King” is trying to revive his sense of a romantic, atmospheric setting, working on the world’s most famous love story, “Romeo and Juliette.” In his first Korean venture, Richard Hudson is designing the set and costumes for the Korea National Opera’s upcoming production of “Romeo et Juliette” to be staged at Seoul Arts Center in October. The Korea Herald on Monday sat down with the designer, who was in Seoul for a 10-
CultureJuly 23, 2014
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Kim Ku-lim: ‘Trying new things is my job’
Artist Kim Ku-lim has been at the forefront of contemporary art in Korea. He has taken on unprecedented, experimental artistic practices in the conservative world of Korean art. He is the first to have tried many of the independent genres of avant-garde art. His 1970 performance in which he set fire to a vast lawn and then watched the grass grow again is the first example of land art ever practiced in Korea. His 1969 film “1/24 Seconds,” which consisted of 24 still images shown in a one-second t
PerformanceJuly 23, 2014
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Psy to team up with ‘Gangnam Style’ director for new ‘Daddy’ MV
International K-pop star Psy is once again joining hands with the director who produced the music video for his viral hit “Gangnam Style” for the upcoming new single “Daddy.” Psy is currently planning out the music video with director Cho Soo-hyun, the man behind the “Gangnam Style” and “Gentleman” music videos, according to an industry official.Psy. (YG Entertainment)“The music video of ‘Daddy’ will feature Psy’s particular humor and comical style,” the source said. Unlike “Gangnam Style” and “
July 23, 2014
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Daybreak returns with retro-pop EP album
South Korean rock band Daybreak has returned to the local music scene, equipped with new sounds and fresh musical approaches.The four-piece band, consisting of vocalist Lee Won-suk, guitarist Chung Yoo-jong, bassist Kim Sun-il and keyboardist Kim Jang-won, dropped its latest retro-pop EP “Cube” on Tuesday. With the new five-track album, Daybreak focuses on New Wave music, the dominant music style of the ’80s, a period widely considered the heyday of modern pop. Daybreak’s new EP “Cube.” (Happy R
July 23, 2014