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‘Queen of figure skating’ sends a message of peace
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26069 | Jun 25, 2013 |
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Queen of figure skating Kim Yu-na met with the sensational musical Les Miserables on the ice, creating a moving and unforgettable “musical ice show.” Les Miserable during the June 21 musical ice show, All...
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More Chinese tourists opt for independent travel in Korea
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12905 | Jul 01, 2013 |
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A recent article in the China Youth Daily highlighted the merits of Korean tourism. Based on his latest experiences in Korea, the journalist provided insight into what aspects of Korea fascinate a ...
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Korea, Canada come together in 2013
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13517 | Jul 02, 2013 |
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2013 marks a very important year for relations between the Republic of Korea and Canada. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries, as ...
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Park to make history in LPGA
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13125 | Jul 04, 2013 |
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With growing international attention and expectations, the world is watching Park Inbee, a female golfer who became the second player in LPGA history to win the first three major championships of...
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Asiana crew focus on just one thing; saving passengers
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18101 | Jul 10, 2013 |
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Cabin manager Lee Yun-hye (photo courtesy of Asiana Airlines) “All I could think about at the moment was to carry passengers off the plane as quickly as possible.” This is what cabin manager Lee Yun...
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Wirelessly recharged electric bus rolls out
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15401 | Aug 14, 2013 |
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A new model of electric bus made its maiden voyage on the road in Gumi, Gyeongsangbuk-do (North Gyeongsang Province) on August 6. Powered through wireless recharging, this new electric bus operates with...
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Check out K-fashion at Dongdaemun fashion show
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14773 | Aug 27, 2013 |
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The stereotype that all fashion shows are only for expensive brands will be broken at a new style of fashion show in Dongdaemun, the spot well-known for shopping among fashionistas. The Ministry of...
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UN chief stresses passion, compassion for Korean youths
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15298 | Aug 27, 2013 |
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UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon became a source of inspiration for Korean students at a meeting he had in Chungju, Chungcheongbuk-do (North Chungcheong Province). The UN chief gave a special lecture ...
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Chuseok holidays filled with cultural delights
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15291 | Sep 17, 2013 |
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During the Chuseok holiday, a variety of events catering to people of all ages are taking place at palaces, museums, and royal tombs around the country. Various performances and participatory events open ...
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Enjoy street performances with Hi Seoul Festival 2013
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12030 | Oct 01, 2013 |
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Downtown Seoul will transform into a festival stage from October 2 to 6 with the 11th Hi Seoul Festival 2013. The festival will take place at Seoul, Cheonggye, and Gwanghwamun squares under the theme ...
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Korean slugger joins MLB’s 20-20 club
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13347 | Oct 01, 2013 |
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Unstoppable locomotive Choo Shin-soo of the Cincinnati Reds has again showed his prowess. In a home match against the New York Mets on September 23 (Cincinnati time), Choo joined the 20-20 club in...
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Korea agrees on currency swap with Indonesia, UAE
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11867 | Oct 15, 2013 |
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Korea has finalized currency swap arrangements with both Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates. Finance ministers and central bank governors from Korea and Indonesia reached agreement on a won-rupiah...
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Korea tops global IT competitiveness 2012: ITU
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14825 | Oct 16, 2013 |
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Korea topped the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Development Index (IDI), as compiled by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), for the third year running. The ITU ranks ...
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Tourist police division launched to help visitors
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14490 | Oct 21, 2013 |
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On every street corner and across every avenue of Seoul, visitors to Korea’s capital will now be able to contact the “tourist police,” ready to ease inconveniences, help with petty crime and ...
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UNESCO likely to list kimchi as cultural heritage item
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13393 | Oct 29, 2013 |
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Kimchi and kimchi-making culture is likely to be listed by UNESCO as one of humanity’s intangible cultural heritage items, it was announced on October 23. According to the Cultural Heritage Administrati...
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President surprises fans with opening pitch
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16281 | Oct 29, 2013 |
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t was truly a surprise, exciting the more than 25,000 baseball fans packed in the bleachers. President Park Geun-hye showed up to throw the first pitch in the third game of the Korean Series 2013 ...
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Korean-born diva sweeps Down Under
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15081 | Nov 04, 2013 |
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When a petite Asian woman with no makeup stood up in front of the judges, she didn’t receive much attention at first. When asked by judges, "What can we expect from you?" she answered, "Awesome sin...
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Korean entertainment expo heats up in London
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21591 | Nov 11, 2013 |
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Despite the gentle rain, the exhibition hall at Old Billingsgate Market in London was busy with fans who came to get a glimpse of their K-pop stars. They came to see K-pop related exhibitions and ...
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Korea, African nations cooperate in water resource development
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12940 | Nov 12, 2013 |
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Korea and four African nations have joined forces to ensure the future of safe drinking water. Water resource policymakers from Korea and the African nations, as well as Korean companies involved in ...
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Korea lends helping hand to typhoon-ravaged Philippines
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15042 | Nov 13, 2013 |
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The Korean government will offer USD 5 million in relief aid to the Philippines after the recent devastation caused by super typhoon Haiyan. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) also said it ...
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