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Hyundai Motor eyes 80,000 jobs, W68tr investment at home by 2026
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Korea enters full election mode
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Seoul bus drivers go on general strike, cause morning rush hour delays
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Immigrant woman stabbed to death by Korean husband
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Official campaigning kicks off for April 10 elections
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Dialogue hopes fade as doctors pick hard-liner as new head
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Coupang pledges W3tr to expand Rocket Delivery nationwide by 2027
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[Election Battlefield] Political novice to face off star politician in ‘swing district’
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Court upholds jail term for man who attempted to murder ex-girlfriend
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[Herald Interview] Son Suk-ku chooses to be swayed by others in navigating life
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Foreigners pick 'entertainment' as top positive image for S. Korea
Entertainment such as K-Pop and dramas topped the list of positive sources about South Korea's national image among foreigners residing here, the foreign ministry said Tuesday.The ministry gleaned the results from essays submitted by 455 foreigners from 59 countries for a contest hosted for two months from September on the subjects of South Korea's image and distinguishing features.The largest share representing 49.2 percent of entries described entertainment including K-Pop, soap operas and spo
Dec. 18, 2012
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'Gay Bible' published in U.S.
A book claiming to be the translation of the Bible that has filtered out all homophobic misinterpretation of the gospel has been recently published in the United States.The editors of the controversial book, titled “Queen James Bible,” said that they revised the King James Bible to accurately translate verses related to homosexuality. They pointed out that there are only eight verses in the Bible that are often cited as opposing same-sex relationships, but their interpretations were ambiguous.“T
Dec. 18, 2012
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Scientists solve 3,000-year-old pharaonic whodunit
An assassin slit the throat of Egypt's last great pharaoh at the climax of a bitter succession battle, scientists said Monday in a report on a 3,000-year-old royal murder.Forensic technology suggests Ramses III, a king revered as a god, met his death at the hand of a killer, or killers, sent by his conniving wife and ambitious son, they said.And a cadaver known as the "Screaming Mummy" could be that of the son himself, possibly forced to commit suicide after the plot, they added.Computed tomogra
Dec. 18, 2012
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Auction house urged to drop sale of China imperial seal
PARIS (AFP) ― An association for the protection of Chinese art on Sunday warned it would pursue legal action if a French auction house goes ahead with the sale of an imperial seal it says was looted.The Association for the Protection of Chinese Art in Europe (APACE) urged auction house Artcurial to withdraw the jade green seal, dating from the Qianlong period (1736-95), from its auction on Monday.It said the seal, expected to fetch up to 200,000 euros ($263,000), was stolen during the sacking of
Dec. 17, 2012
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Family concerts warm up winter
The weather is chilly, but it cannot take away the holiday spirit ― especially with the wealth of concerts and performances inviting families to share their warmth at the end and beginning of every year. ‘Disney on Classic’The “Disney on Classic: A Magical Night 2012,” scheduled to be held at Olympic Hall in Olympic Park on Dec. 28-29, will allow spectators to travel back to their childhoods and reminisce about their favorite Disney animated films to the performance of their signature tunes. Br
Dec. 17, 2012
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New-found tale could be Hans Christian Andersen’s
COPENHAGEN (AP) ― For years, the somber fairy tale about a lonely candle who wanted to be lit dwelt in oblivion at the bottom of a box in Denmark’s National Archives. Its recent discovery has sent ripples through the literary world because it is believed to be one of the first tales ever written by Hans Christian Andersen.The famed Dane wrote nearly 160 fairy tales in his life, including classics such as “The Ugly Duckling’’ and “The Little Mermaid.’’ The tale of the candle may have been written
Dec. 16, 2012
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Maps show more than geography
For many people, maps are simply a way of finding things, but the “Cartographic Achievement of Joseon” at the Seoul Museum of History shows how they were historically used to shape values and control information. The exhibition, running until Feb. 28, features the changes in the production and use of maps in the Joseon period (1392-1910) and thereafter through more than 50 pieces donated by two scholars, Lee Chan and Hur Young-hwan. From ruling to sharingMaps in the early Joseon period rarely co
Dec. 16, 2012
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Pop music“Bobby Kim & Kim Tae-woo Two Man Show”: Bobby Kim is known for being the first artist to introduce reggae music to Korea, while Kim Tae-woo first gained fame as the lead singer of group g.o.d. The two soulful singers will present their two-man show on Christmas Day at COEX Hall D in Seoul, at 4 and 8 p.m. Tickets range from 66,000 won to 121,000 won. For more information, call (02) 3141-3488 or visit www.interpark.com.“K.Will Megahits Concert”: The soulful ballad singer, vocal coach, da
Dec. 14, 2012
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Exhibition journeys into Asian marriage customs
Marriage has always been an important rite of passage for mankind. In Asia, where family ties and conservative culture have been dominant forces for centuries, marriage is seen as a stepping stone to becoming an adult, and an official member of a society. The wedding ceremony was considered one of the four most important family affairs in Korea alongside building a social career, funerals, and memorial services for deceased ancestors. The National Folk Museum of Korea’s “Wedding Ritual” at the S
Dec. 13, 2012
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Nam June Paik exhibition to light up the Smithsonian
A tribute exhibition to the late Nam June Paik (1932-2006) will be held at the Smithsonian American Art Museum from Dec. 13 through Aug. 11, 2013, the Korea Foundation, sponsor of the event, said Wednesday. The first show since the museum acquired the Nam June Paik archive in 2009 will focus on introducing the accomplishments of the artist who is dubbed the father of video art for transforming video into an art medium through sculptures, installations, video tapes and TV projects.A total of 67 a
Dec. 13, 2012
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Jackie Chan criticism sparks Hong Kong fight-back
Action hero Jackie Chan provoked a furious fight-back from Hong Kongers Thursday after reportedly suggesting in a Chinese magazine interview that protest in his native city should be restricted.The comments from the Hong Kong-born star unleashed a wave of criticism in the southern Chinese city, which prides itself on the upholding of civil liberties including the right to protest.“Hong Kong has become a city of protest. The whole world used to say it was South Korea. It is now Hong Kong,” the So
Dec. 13, 2012
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Meditation at the Seon Center
A small boy realized that he had lost his cow. He looked for the animal everywhere, before finding it and putting a rope around its neck so he could lead it wherever he went. But soon after, he became confident ― he didn’t need the cow around him all the time. He could tie it to a stump and fetch it whenever he pleased. This is an analogy for finding one’s inner self. The boy is the person, the cow the missing inner self. Once you realize you have lost your inner self, you are desperate to find
Dec. 12, 2012
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Turkish village becomes shelter for doomsday believers
Believers of the Mayan calendar prediction that the world will end on December 21 have flooded into a small village in western Turkey, near the ancient Greek city of Ephesus.Some New Age spiritualists are convinced of a December 21 "doomsday" foretold by Mayan hieroglyphs -- at least according to some interpretations.Sirince, a village of around 600 inhabitants, has a positive energy according to the doomsday cultists, who say that it is close to an area where Christians believe the Virgin Mary
Dec. 12, 2012
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You’ve got a friend in me
Following is part of a series exploring unique museums, collections and the passionate collectors behind them. ― Ed.The Merriam-Webster dictionary definition of a “toy” is, “Something for a child to play with.” The popular perception is that toys are merely for the enjoyment and entertainment of children. However, there is a select population of people in the world that would disagree. The Cheongnyangni Lotte Department Store is currently hosting an exhibition of around 1,000 art toys ― ranging
Dec. 11, 2012
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Exhibition shows tragic life of Princess Deokhye
Life of Deokhye (1912-1989), the last princess of the Joseon (1392-1910) Kingdom, was stranger and more dramatic than most fiction. Born the youngest daughter of King Gojong (1852-1919,) she lost her beloved family at an early age. She began her struggle with premature dementia at the age of 18 and was forced to marry a Japanese aristocrat, which must have been a humiliation for the annexed royalty. She was then sent to a facility for the mental disorder; her daughter ran away leaving a suicide
Dec. 11, 2012
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Psy, Samsung push ‘brand Korea’ in 2012
A breakthrough year for “brand Korea” -- led by the rapper Psy and electronics giant Samsung -- has boosted efforts to promote a country that still feels overshadowed, under-appreciated and misunderstood.While some may question the benefit of a chubby thirty-something and his horse-riding dance becoming your best-known cultural export, the phenomenal success of Psy‘s “Gangnam Style” undoubtedly raised the national profile.Name-checked and imitated by everyone from US President Barack Obama, to C
Dec. 10, 2012
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’Dom Pedro’, largest piece of aquamarine in the world
People view the Dom Pedro aquamarine, currently considered the largest single piece of cut gem aquamarine in the world, after its unveiling at the Smithsonian‘s National Museum of Natural History in Washington, DC. (AFP) <관련 한글 기사>세계에서 가장 큰 아쿠아마린 아쿠아마린 ’돔 페드로(Dom Pedro)’는 현존하는 가장 큰 아쿠아마린으로 추정된다. 워싱턴DC에 있는 스미스소니안(Smithsonian) 국립 자연사 박물관에 전시되어 있다. (코리아헤럴드)
Dec. 9, 2012
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Dance“Spring Days Go By”: Korea’s veteran traditional dancer and choreographer Kim Mae-ja is having a special performance celebrating her 60-year career. Kim, who founded Changmu Arts Center in 1976, is considered a key figure in Korea’s traditional dance scene. She is noted for her creative works that successfully combined the country’s traditional dance with modern touches and techniques. The upcoming show features Kim and 30 of her student dancers, and explores the theme of light ― which has
Dec. 7, 2012
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Sakamoto Ryuichi to show ‘mature’ side of music
Among music fans, Sakamoto Ryuichi’s Sunday concert is one of the most anticipated events of the year. The master musician whose repertoire ranges from classical to very contemporary music including hip pop and electronica will be introducing his work at Sejong Center for the Performing Arts twice on Sunday, at 4 and 8 p.m. Sakamoto will join cellist Jacques Morelenbaum and violinist Judy Kang to feature some of the best-known scores of all time plus those from his latest album, “Three.”“There i
Dec. 7, 2012
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Chinese Nobel literature winner: censorship a must
This year’s Nobel Prize in literature winner, Mo Yan, who has been criticized for his membership in China’s Communist Party and reluctance to speak out against the country’s government, defended censorship Thursday as something as necessary as airport security checks.He also suggested he won’t join an appeal calling for the release of the jailed 2010 Peace Prize laureate, Liu Xiaobo, a fellow writer and compatriot.Mo has been criticized by human rights activists for not being a more outspoken de
Dec. 7, 2012