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Korean labor force to shrink by 10 million by 2044: report
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[AtoZ Korean Mind] Does your job define who you are? Should it?
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Allegations surrounding BTS resurface, enraged fans demand apology
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Students with history of violence will be barred from becoming teachers
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Top prosecutor pledges 'speedy, strict' probe into first lady's luxury bag allegations
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Medical feud leaves hospitals in financial crisis
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'Super Rich in Korea' will leave viewers appreciating Korea more: producers
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'Queen of Tears' riding high on Netflix chart
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Samsung mocks Apple over iPhone alarm glitch
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Chip up cycle won’t stay long: SK chief
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Dancing through gugak on toe shoes
Korea National Ballet experiments with gayageum master Hwang Byung-ki to add ‘something Korean’ to the Western danceForget about tutus, Tchaikovsky and pas de deux ― the very first things that come to your mind when you think of ballet. Korea National Ballet, one of the major ballet troupes here, attempts to create something new and also Korean by featuring gayageum master Hwang Byung-ki this month. “I think Korean ballet has become one of the top class troupes in the world. And I thought it is
Sept. 11, 2012
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American independent music eyes South Korean market
Despite K-pop’s formidable hold on local music scene, demand for wider variety growingMuch of the focus has been on the South Korean music industry’s ability to go abroad, with singer Psy’s unprecedented global success bringing the buzz to a fever pitch.While the press was zoning in on Psy’s history-making moment, the American Association of Independent Music’s 16-member delegation boarded a plane for Seoul. A non-profit trade organization representing around 200 U.S.-based indie labels, the Ame
Sept. 11, 2012
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Rock guitarist Shin JH to take stage in U.S.
South Korean rock guitarist Shin Joong-hyun will perform his hit songs for a U.S. audience at a record label’s anniversary concert in Los Angeles at the end of September. “Shin has been invited to perform at a concert that celebrates the 10th anniversary of the record company Light in the Attic,” said a marketing official of Guitarnet, a Korean guitar importer and distributor, which is handling Shin’s concert in the U.S. in collaboration with the record company. U.S. label Light in the Attic re
Sept. 11, 2012
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Autumn nights with Jazz
A host of top classical and contemporary Jazz groups to perform in Korea throughout the fall seasonTop-notch groups of jazz musicians are coming to Korea to celebrate the romantic fall season. The European Jazz Trio, a premier ensemble from the Netherlands, will give a concert at LG Arts Center in Seoul on Sept. 16. The trio debuted in 1984 and became internationally recognized after the release of their second album “Norwegian Wood” in 1988. Even though the founding members have since departed,
Sept. 9, 2012
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Possible Renoir found at flea market
A woman at a Virginia flea market paid less than $60 for a box containing a painting that may be the work of French artist Pierre-Auguste Renoir.The painting is believed to be Renoir's "Paysage Bords de Seine," a 5.5-by-9-inch pastel river scene. The work has been valued at between $75,000 and $100,000, The New York Times reported.The owner, who wishes to remain anonymous, brought the painting to
Sept. 9, 2012
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Pussy Riot thank Madonna, burn Putin's portrait
In a new video, members of punk band Pussy Riot thank pop star Madonna for her support and burn President Vladimir Putin's portrait for what they call his suppression of feminists, sexual minorities and opposition.Three band members are serving two-year jail sentences received in August for their ``punk prayer'' at Russia's grandest cathedral, in which they asked the Virgin Mary to deliver Russia
Sept. 9, 2012
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Gwangju Biennale involves visitors in the artwork
Asia’s largest art event invites citizens, visitors to become part of artworkThe city of Gwangju has again turned itself into a huge contemporary art exhibition that experiments with and showcases the latest trends in the art world. The 9th Gwangju Biennale, opened Thursday, offers a variety of artworks not only at the main exhibition hall, but also at sites such as a Buddhist temple, a local market and a theater. Titled “Round Table,” this year’s exhibition features about 300 artworks by 92 ar
Sept. 7, 2012
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Theater“Hedwig”: The Korean adaptation of John Cameron Mitchell’s rock musical “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” is being staged for its seventh run. The musical, which tells the story of an East German transgender singer, has been performed in Korea a total of 1,256 times since its opening run in April 2005. For the current run, actor Oh Man-seok, who was cast in the leading role in the 2005 run, is once again starring as the singer. Actor Park Gun-hyung, who recently made his TV appearance in MBC dr
Sept. 7, 2012
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Eyelike
Gospel rapper Lecrae’s new album is solidLecrae “Gravity” (Reach Records)Christian rapper Lecrae doesn’t fit the typical mold of a gospel artist. His arms are covered with tattoos, he normally sports his hats tilted to the side and often wears slightly sagging pants.Don’t let that be a distraction. The Houston native is a true talent with a unique ability to deliver thought-provoking messages on life without sounding like a Bible-thumping preacher. His rap approach has earned him praise by many
Sept. 7, 2012
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London’s V&A announces Bowie retrospective
LONDON (AFP) ― London’s Victoria and Albert Museum will celebrate the career of outlandish British pop icon David Bowie with an exhibition in March, it was announced on Tuesday.The vast museum will display handwritten lyrics, set designs, more than 60 original costumes, photographs and instruments used by the 65-year-old performer.Among the outfits on show will be the 1972 bodysuits worn by Bowie’s alter-ego Ziggy Stardust, the striped bodysuit used during the 1973 Aladdin Sane tour and a Union
Sept. 5, 2012
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Telling stories of cultural heritage
Director of the National Trust Wales talks about running the conservation charity, essence of travelingJustin Albert knows how to tell stories, and how to travel.The director of the National Trust Wales, a U.K. conservation charity, holds two passports: one British, one American. He grew up in film studios, watching his mother making movies. When he was 14, his mother took him to Japan for the first time. His first visit to Japan was like “reading a fantasy novel,” he remembers. “I wish I had a
Sept. 5, 2012
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Penn Museum makes deal with Turkey for ‘Troy gold’
PHILADELPHIA (AP) ― A Philadelphia archaeology museum will indefinitely loan ancient jewelry known as “Troy gold’’ to Turkey in an arrangement that will allow the museum to host a future exhibit of artifacts related to King Midas, officials announced Tuesday.The deal is part of what Penn Museum officials called a landmark agreement with the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism to work more collaboratively on field work and exhibitions over the next several years.“It will lead to great opportu
Sept. 5, 2012
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Each painting tells a story
Art exhibition commemorates the 100th birthday of Korea’s beloved poet Baek SeokPaintings inspired by Korea’s beloved poet Baek Seok will be on display at Tong-In Auction Gallery in Seoul, which will open with a poetry reading on Thursday. The exhibition, organized by The Daesan Foundation and Tong-In Auction Gallery, will feature 33 paintings by 10 of Korea’s well-known painters including Kim Duk-ki, Lee In, Kim Sun-doo and Oh Won-bae to commemorate the 100th birthday of the poet Baek Seok (19
Sept. 5, 2012
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Rolling Stones announce new greatest hits album
LONDON (AFP) ― Legendary British rock group The Rolling Stones teased fans on Tuesday by announcing the release of a 50th anniversary greatest hits album amid widespread rumours of an upcoming series of live concerts.The album will be released in most countries on Nov. 12, although North America will have to wait until the following day, the band said in a statement on their official website.The statement contained no mention of any live performances.The new collection will include two new studi
Sept. 5, 2012
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The life and death of the Mayans
National Museum features some 200 relics from Mayan civilizationKnown for their calendars, art and astronomical systems, the Mayan civilization (B.C. 1500 to A.D. 1500) in Mesoamerica is one of the most fascinating civilizations. Without using any metals or wheels, the Mayans built the well-known ceremonial platforms for religious rites, as well as pyramids, temples and colossal royal palaces. They had their own fully developed written language as well as sophisticated astronomical observatories
Sept. 4, 2012
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Big hallyu bash to take place in Gyeongju
‘Hallyu Dream Festival’ to gather Korean singers and amateur dancers from around the world for three daysCelebrating the “2010-12 Visit Korea Year,” Korea Entertainment Producers’ Association, Visit Korea Committee, and Gyeongju City are co-hosting the annual “2012 Hallyu Dream Festival“ from Sept. 21-23.With events including “Family Dream Concert,” “K-Pop Cover Dance Festival” and “Hallyu Dream Concert,” the three-day festival will be held at Gyeongju Citizen Stadium in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsa
Sept. 4, 2012
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Psy signs a contract with U.S. record label
Singer Psy signed a contract with a major U.S. record label, according to his local agency YG Entertainment. The 34-year-old, who recently created a sensation with his latest hit “Gangnam Style,” will be working with Island Def Jam Recordings, the agency said. Upon the contract, the U.S. label is given the exclusive international publishing rights and management over Psy, YG Entertainment said. Th
Sept. 4, 2012
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Buenos Aires unveils new contemporary art museum
BUENOS AIRES (AFP) ― The Argentine capital unveiled a new museum this weekend dedicated to exhibiting a private collection of some 150 works by contemporary artists from around the world.The Museum of Contemporary Art of Buenos Aires, a concrete-and-glass structure of seven floors and 1,500 square meters of gallery space, houses a collection of works remarkable for their geometric abstraction and striking colors.Among the featured artists are Italians Tony Costa and Alberto Biasi, Sewell Sillman
Sept. 3, 2012
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Salzburg Festival reports record box office sales
VIENNA (AFP) ― The famed Salzburg Festival ended Sunday having marked up record ticket sales, after a month and a half of music, operas and concerts featuring top international names.In total, almost 279,000 guests attended the event, surpassing the previous record of 265,200 guests during the Mozart anniversary year in 2006.Average attendance at the 251 regular performances however sank to 90 percent, the lowest figure in 13 years, according to organisers.This was due to more tickets having bee
Sept. 3, 2012
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Famed author caught praising own book, slating rivals on Amazon
An award-winning crime writer’s fraudulent reviews on Amazon.com from four years ago have come to light, earning him criticism from readers and fellow authors alike. The 47-year-old British novelist RJ Ellory posted under assumed names like “Jelly Bean” and “Nicodemus Jones” while applauding his own works and disparaging works of fellow crime writers, according to news sources. “I would highly recommend this book to anyone who really wants to experience a class read. Just buy it, read it, and ma
Sept. 3, 2012