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Blinken calls on China to press N. Korea to end its 'dangerous' behavior
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New celebrity-endorsed therapy for face contouring requires only a pair of rubber bands
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Tensions heighten ahead of first president-opposition chief meeting
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[Weekender] How DDP emerged as an icon of Seoul
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Seoul to provide housing subsidy to married couples with newborns
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Doctor group's incoming head renews call for govt. to scrap medical school quota hike for dialogue
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Rapper jailed after public street fight with another rapper
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[Music in drama] An ode to childhood trauma
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'The Roundup: Punishment' becomes fastest 2024 film to top 2 mln admissions
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NewJeans pops out ‘Bubble Gum’ video amid troubles at agency
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Arrow, the Ultimate Weapon (Korea), Opening Aug. 11
Arrow, the Ultimate Weapon(Korea)Opening Aug. 11Action. Directed by Kim Han-min. When the second Manchu invasion of Korea occurs in 1636, a young man named Na-mi (Park Hae-il) loses her sister Ja-in (Moon Chae-won) and her fianc on their wedding day. The Qing soldiers kidnap the couple after complet
Aug. 5, 2011
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Rise of the Planet of the Apes (U.S.), Opening Aug. 17
Rise of the Planet of theApes (U.S.)Opening Aug. 17Action. Directed by Rupert Wyatt. Will Rodman (James Franco), a San Francisco-based scientist whose father (John Lithgow) suffers from Alzheimer’s, develops a cure for the disease and tests it on apes. Rodman takes one of the tested baby chimpanzees
Aug. 5, 2011
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Larry Crowne (U.S.), Opening Aug. 18
Larry Crowne (U.S.)Opening Aug. 18Romance. Directed by Tom Hanks. Larry (Tom Hanks), a mid-aged man who just got fired from his work for lacking a college education, decides to attend a local community college to find more career opportunities. As a divorce who lives alone, Larry almost lost his hou
Aug. 5, 2011
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Hong Gil-dong 2084 (Korea), Opening Aug. 18
Hong Gil-dong 2084 (Korea)Opening Aug. 18Animation. Directed by Lee Jeong-in. In 2084, a young man named Hong Gil-dong lives with a little boy named Cheol alone near a city named Yuldo. Gil-dong was abandoned by his older brother Il-dong as a child, and had to live on his own ever since. One day, Gi
Aug. 5, 2011
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Paul McCartney says press hacked his phone
LOS ANGELES (AFP) ― Ex-Beatle Paul McCartney said Thursday he will contact authorities about the “horrendous violation of privacy” over the British press’ alleged hacking of his phone, the Los Angeles Times reported.The British singer and musician made a video statement to the Television Critics Ass
Aug. 5, 2011
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Ok Ju-hyun ‘dolls’ up after singing contest
Star-studded musical ‘Guys and Dolls’ promises charmShe was not all tense as she seemed to be on the recent MBC TV show “I Am a Singer,” better known as “Nagasu,” which had her mired in controversies until she was finally eliminated last week. Instead, Ok Ju-hyun seemed to be right at home on Wednes
Aug. 4, 2011
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[Photo] Super Junior promises to meet more international fans with ‘Mr.Simple’
Super Junior members pose for photo at a hotel in Seoul (Yonhap)Super Junior announced their comeback with a fifth album on Thursday to some 200 international press members gathered at the Imperial Palace Hotel in Nonhyeon-dong, southern Seoul. The new album, containing the track “M
Aug. 4, 2011
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So Ji-sub to become first male Vivien model
So Ji-sub (vivien)A Korean actor is to become the first male model for Vivien, a domestic women’s underwear company.So Ji-sub has through numerous TV dramas and movies built his reputation on an image of masculinity and sincere care for his beloved.“The advertisement barely includes information abou
Aug. 4, 2011
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Charlie Sheen’s ‘Men’ character to get TV funeral?
Aug. 3, 2011
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Artist reminds viewers of basic human values
South Korean artist Yang Soon-yeol has long pondered the question of what basic values human beings should pursue. Her solo exhibition, “Leaning against a gatepost in the world of imagination,” currently underway at Inter-Burgo Gallery in Manchon-dong, Daegu, is a roundup of her thoughts so fa
Aug. 3, 2011
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Find youth, rock spirit in Incheon this weekend
Incheon Dream Park’s outdoor pool, indoor club to stay open 24 hoursThe upcoming weekend in Incheon will be filled with the energy of youth and rock spirit, as leading bands from overseas and Korea power up the stage of the 6th Incheon Pentaport Rock Festival from Friday to Sunday.While the rock fes
Aug. 3, 2011
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The Black Skirts hopes to get rid of ‘American’ label
While idol-centered K-pop has been heavily covered by the media, the Korean indie scene has received relatively little attention. This is the fifth installment of a series of interviews shedding light on the scene. ― Ed.The Black Skirts, a one-man indie band run by vocalist, guitarist, keyboardist a
Aug. 3, 2011
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Enjoy and learn: shows offer more than fun
Performances in Seoul based on classics target vacationing kids and teensMusicals and plays can do more than just entertain when they target a special audience like children and teenagers. Here are four educational shows that both parents and kids would enjoy dedicating a day of their summer vacatio
Aug. 2, 2011
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Polish fans protest for K-pop concert
Some 300 young Polish fans hold a rally in Warsaw on July 30 expressing hope for a K-pop concert in their country. (Yonhap News)
Aug. 2, 2011
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Asia Phil offers brilliant, beautiful concert in Seoul
While the Seoul Arts Center was still drenched with rain, its concert hall on Sunday was fully packed with people waiting for the Asia Philharmonic Orchestra and conductor Chung Myung-whun’s 8 p.m. concert.Chung founded the APO 15 years ago by gathering young musicians from across Asia to narrow dif
Aug. 1, 2011
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Festival to rekindle flame in Daehangno
Marronnier Summer Festival offers two-week bonanza of b-boy battles, drama, art shows and concertsMarronnier Park in Dongsung-dong, central Seoul, now has the chance to live up to its former glory as the most passionate and artistic hangout place for young people. The first-ever Marronnier Summer Fe
Aug. 1, 2011
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Music mogul honors celebs at charity fundraiser
EAST HAMPTON, New York (AP) ― Music mogul Russell Simmons and model Kimora Lee Simmons may no longer be married, but the pair came together in the name of charity at a dinner gala.The couple hosted the fundraiser Saturday night to benefit Art for Life, a charity that supports arts programs for inner
Aug. 1, 2011
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Rosie O’Donnell puts laughter at center of new show
Aug. 1, 2011
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Bruce Lee items to be sold at Hong Kong auction
HONG KONG (AFP) -- Thirteen items belonging to the late kung fu legend Bruce Lee, including a 1966 letter he wrote and a fur-lined coat will go under the hammer in a Hong Kong auction next week, a report said Saturday. The sale, which could raise up to HK$880,000 ($112,900), is believed to be the
Aug. 1, 2011
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Chung sisters illuminate GMMF with strong presence
Sisters’ unique harmony goes out to flood, landslide victims in KoreaFor violinist Chung Kyung-wha, it was almost her first stage performance since she hurt her hand. For her elder sister, cellist Chung Myung-wha, it was the first time performing chamber music with Kyung-wha in six years.On Friday evening, the artists showcased the first concert of Distinguished Artists Series of the 2011 Great Mo
July 31, 2011