[Politics] :
Following Seoul’s proposal to Pyongyang to hold high-level talks next month, Washington said it …
Source:: KBS World Radio
US Supports Improved Inter-Korean Relations After Proposed Talks Between Two Koreas
Wednesday, December 31, 2014
US Supports Improved Inter-Korean Relations After Proposed Talks Between Two Koreas
US Supports Improved Inter-Korean Relations After Proposed Talks Between Two Koreas
Korean Air Heiress Arrested
Korean Air heiress Cho Hyun-ah, who exposed the carrier to global ridicule with her “nut rage” on board a flight from New York, will be greeting the New Year in jail.
A Korean Air executive surnamed Yeo who is suspected of destroying evidence that could be potentially damaging to Cho, was… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Korean Air Heiress Arrested
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
8 Ministry Officials to Be Disciplined Over 'Nut Rage'
Eight civil servants will be disciplined for their misconduct in the investigation of the Korean Air “nut rage” incident.
The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport came under the fire for blatantly rigging the initial investigation to exculpate Korean Air heiress Cho Hyun-ah.
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
8 Ministry Officials to Be Disciplined Over "Nut Rage"
PM, Deputy PMs Hold First 3-Way Meeting to Discuss State Affairs
[Politics] :
Prime Minister Chung Hong-won and two deputy prime ministers have held an inaugural meeting of …
Source:: KBS World Radio
PM, Deputy PMs Hold First 3-Way Meeting to Discuss State Affairs
Monday, December 29, 2014
S. Korea-Japan Vice Foreign Ministers Meeting Held in Seoul
[Politics] :
Vice Foreign Ministers of South Korea and Japan have agreed to make 2015 the year that marks a …
Source:: KBS World Radio
S. Korea-Japan Vice Foreign Ministers Meeting Held in Seoul
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Security Still Up on Nuclear Reactors, No Unusual Movements Seen
[Domestic] :
The nation’s main nuclear reactors are running normally on Saturday with no unusual movements detected, while officials are still maintaining heightened security around the reactors.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Security Still Up on Nuclear Reactors, No Unusual Movements Seen
Friday, December 26, 2014
LG to Develop Driverless Tech for Mercedes
LG Electronics has signed a memorandum of understanding with Mercedes-Benz to jointly develop a stereo camera system.
Instrumental to driverless cars, the system collects traffic information and detects dangerous situations.
The system will automatically stop the car when an obsta… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
LG to Develop Driverless Tech for Mercedes
Gov't to Remain on Alert By Year-End for Possible Nuke Accidents
[Domestic] :
Amid lingering concerns of a cyber attack on the nation’s nuclear facilities, the government and …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Gov"t to Remain on Alert By Year-End for Possible Nuke Accidents
Thursday, December 25, 2014
Russia Threatens to Cut Ties with NATO If Ukraine Joins
Russia said on Wednesday NATO was turning Ukraine into a “frontline of confrontation” and threatened to sever remaining ties with the Atlantic military alliance if Ukraine’s hopes of joining it were realized.
The Kyiv parliament’s renunciation of Ukraine’s neutral status on Tuesday in purs… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Russia Threatens to Cut Ties with NATO If Ukraine Joins
Wednesday, December 24, 2014
Plastic Surgeons Are Out of Control
A 21-year-old university student died last week after undergoing four hours of plastic surgery to trim her jaw bone. An investigation will reveal the exact cause of her death, but it is heartbreaking to see yet another casualty of the cosmetic surgery industry, which has come to resemble a factor… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Plastic Surgeons Are Out of Control
BOK to Stick to Expansionary Monetary Policy Next Year
[Economy] :
The Bank of Korea (BOK) says its expansionary monetary policy will continue into next year.
The …
Source:: KBS World Radio
BOK to Stick to Expansionary Monetary Policy Next Year
Tuesday, December 23, 2014
Nuclear Reactor Info Leaked Online
[Domestic] :
Internal documents of South Korea’s nuclear reactors have again been posted on the …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Nuclear Reactor Info Leaked Online
Monday, December 22, 2014
Diplomatic Academy to Promote S. Korea-China-Japan Cooperation
[Politics] :
The Korea National Diplomatic Academy and the Trilateral Cooperation Secretariat (TCS) of South …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Diplomatic Academy to Promote S. Korea-China-Japan Cooperation
Sunday, December 21, 2014
Book of Ancient Maps of Korean Sea Published
[Domestic] :
The Korea Hydrographic and Oceanographic Administration (KHOA) says it will distribute a book containing some 60 ancient maps of the Korean sea.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Book of Ancient Maps of Korean Sea Published
Saturday, December 20, 2014
In Australia, 8 Youths Die in Mass Stabbing
Australian police say they have found the bodies of eight children and a woman suffering from stab wounds in a house in northern city.
Queensland state police said they were called to a house in the Cairns suburb of Manoora Friday morning and found a wounded woman and the bodies of eight c… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
In Australia, 8 Youths Die in Mass Stabbing
Pyongyang Requests S. Korean Visit to Gaeseong
[Inter-Korea] :
North Korea has invited the aides of late South Korean President Kim Dae-jung and officials of …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Pyongyang Requests S. Korean Visit to Gaeseong
Friday, December 19, 2014
Christmas Shopping Season Brings Limited Benefits
This time of year is traditionally the busiest shopping season, but only some companies are benefiting from the seasonal factor.
At Lotte Department Store, overall sales increased eight percent on-year in the first 16 days this month, largely due to booming sales in winter clothes. But sal… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Christmas Shopping Season Brings Limited Benefits
PM: Gov't Respects Constitutional Court's Ruling to Disband UPP
[Politics] :
The South Korean government said Friday it respects the ruling by the Constitutional Court to …
Source:: KBS World Radio
PM: Gov"t Respects Constitutional Court"s Ruling to Disband UPP
Thursday, December 18, 2014
Xi Says Will Play Constructive Role in Denuclearizing Korean Peninsula
[Politics] :
Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged to play a constructive role in achieving denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Xi Says Will Play Constructive Role in Denuclearizing Korean Peninsula
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
Hyundai Releases New Sonata Hybrid
Hyundai Motor launched the new Sonata hybrid on Tuesday, and it hopes to attract consumers looking to reduce their environmental impact.
The combined gasoline and electric engines get 18.2 km/l, up 8.3 percent from the previous model.
The price has also dropped W1.25 million (us$1… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Hyundai Releases New Sonata Hybrid
WIPO: S. Korea No. 4 in Patent Application Filing
[Economy] :
South Korea filed the fourth most patent applications in the world last year.
The World …
Source:: KBS World Radio
WIPO: S. Korea No. 4 in Patent Application Filing
Tuesday, December 16, 2014
Park Stresses Science, Technology in Disaster Management
[Politics] :
President Park Geun-hye has ordered officials to produce plans for disaster management based on …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Park Stresses Science, Technology in Disaster Management
Monday, December 15, 2014
End Rampant Nepotism in Family-Run Conglomerates
The “nut rage” incident that has rattled Korean Air over the past week has culminated with conglomerate heiress Cho Hyun-ah stepping down from all her positions at the company and affiliates and appearing before aviation authorities for questioning. The incident has sparked international ridicule… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
End Rampant Nepotism in Family-Run Conglomerates
S. Korea Hopes Abe's Election Victory Will Lead to Better Bilateral Relations
[Politics] :
The South Korean government has expressed hope that the landslide victory of Japan’s ruling …
Source:: KBS World Radio
S. Korea Hopes Abe"s Election Victory Will Lead to Better Bilateral Relations
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Air Travelers Face Delays After London Airport Computer Failure
Air passengers flying into and out of Britain are facing major disruptions after a computer problem affected operations at London airports.
The main British air traffic control group (NATS) said the issue that caused problems in the system has been resolved, and operations are beginning to… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Air Travelers Face Delays After London Airport Computer Failure
Team Proves Taurine's Effect to Treat Alzheimer's
[Science] :
A domestic research team says that taurine, an amino acid found abundantly in squid and octopus, is …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Team Proves Taurine"s Effect to Treat Alzheimer"s
Saturday, December 13, 2014
Lee Sang-hwa Wins 500m in Speed Skating World Cup
[Sports] :
Olympic champion Lee Sang-hwa won her fourth consecutive World Cup gold medal of this season in …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Lee Sang-hwa Wins 500m in Speed Skating World Cup
Friday, December 12, 2014
Korean Air Scandal Escalates
The Korean Air heiress who exposed the carrier to global ridicule with an attack of “nut rage” is resigning from all positions in the company on Friday.
Cho Hyun-ah earlier quit as head of in-flight services and hotel operations and, when that failed to quell criticism, also resigned from … …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Korean Air Scandal Escalates
Safety Ministry Launches "Safety Sinmungo"
[Domestic] :
The government has launched a website where citizens can report unsafe or hazardous …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Safety Ministry Launches "Safety Sinmungo"
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Korea Needs a New Economic Blueprint
The Korea Development Institute has slashed the country’s growth forecast for next year from 3.8 to 3.5 percent. That is lower than the government’s four percent and Bank of Korea’s 3.9 percent projection.
The economy slumped even further in the second half of this year, and if growth sla… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Korea Needs a New Economic Blueprint
Explosion in S. Korean Vessel in Malaysian Waters Kills 2
[International] :
According to Malaysian media reports, an explosion on board a South Korean vessel sailing in …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Explosion in S. Korean Vessel in Malaysian Waters Kills 2
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
N.Korea's Defense Commission Gets Bigger Headquarters
North Korea is extending the building of the top decision-making National Defense Commission in an apparent effort to accommodate more officials.
This suggests that the commission has become even more important in the repressive state since leader Kim Jong-un took office.
Construc… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
N.Korea"s Defense Commission Gets Bigger Headquarters
S. Korea, Vietnam Establish Free Trade Deal
[Politics] :
South Korea and Vietnam have agreed on a free trade agreement (FTA).
The two countries reached …
Source:: KBS World Radio
S. Korea, Vietnam Establish Free Trade Deal
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Parliament Passes Major Bills on Welfare, Corruption
[Politics] :
The National Assembly has passed key pending bills aimed at improving welfare and rooting out corruption among public officials.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Parliament Passes Major Bills on Welfare, Corruption
Monday, December 8, 2014
Audi to Open More Auto Service Centers
Audi announced its plan to release at least seven new models here next year and increase the number of auto service centers from the current 25 to 40.
Under the plan, the automaker aims to increase its annual sales to over 30,000 cars here. BMW is the only foreign car brand that has manage… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Audi to Open More Auto Service Centers
Captain, Crew of Sunken Trawler Found Under Qualified
[Domestic] :
The captain and many crew members of a South Korean trawler that sank in Russian waters have been …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Captain, Crew of Sunken Trawler Found Under Qualified
Sunday, December 7, 2014
Data of Princess Beatrice Possibly Leaked in Cyber Attack on Sony
[International] :
Princess Beatrice of the United Kingdom royal family is reportedly among the victims of a cyber attack against Sony Pictures by a hacker group
Source:: KBS World Radio
Data of Princess Beatrice Possibly Leaked in Cyber Attack on Sony
Saturday, December 6, 2014
NYT: Abe Administration Attempts to Whitewash History
[International] :
The New York Times has strongly criticized Japan’s Shinzo Abe administration for “playing with …
Source:: KBS World Radio
NYT: Abe Administration Attempts to Whitewash History
Thursday, December 4, 2014
New Apple Technology to Rotate Falling Phones
Apple has developed a new technology that promises to protect fragile smartphone screens from shattering. CNET on Tuesday said the Californian IT giant was awarded a patent for the protection system.
The technology automatically calculates an estimated point of impact by vibration the mom… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
New Apple Technology to Rotate Falling Phones
US Special Rep. for N. Korea Sung Kim Arrives in S. Korea
[Politics] :
U.S. Special Representative for North Korea Policy Sung Kim arrived in South Korea on Thursday for …
Source:: KBS World Radio
US Special Rep. for N. Korea Sung Kim Arrives in S. Korea
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
Hong Kong Protest Leaders Will Surrender to Police
The three founders of Hong Kong’s Occupy movement are moving ahead with plans to surrender to police and are urging their fellow protesters to retreat for their own safety.
At a news conference Tuesday, Benny Tai, Chan Kin-man, and Chu Yiu-ming announced they will turn themselves into the … …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Hong Kong Protest Leaders Will Surrender to Police
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
Nat'l Assembly to Handle Next Year's Budget Plan on Tuesday
[Politics] :
The National Assembly will convene a plenary session on Tuesday to handle next year’s budget …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Nat"l Assembly to Handle Next Year"s Budget Plan on Tuesday
Monday, December 1, 2014
Direct Won-Yuan Trade Starts
Monday sees the long-awaited opening of direct trading of the Korean won into yuan and vice versa, according to the Bank of Korea.
So far the won could only be directly changed into U.S. dollars, but direct trading of the yuan was apparently made possible to reduce heavy dependence on the… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Direct Won-Yuan Trade Starts
Sunday, November 30, 2014
Former Sex Slavery Victim Urges Japan to Resolve Sex Slavery Issue
[International] :
An elderly South Korean victim of Japan’s wartime sex slavery has urged Japan to resolve the issue of its sex slavery.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Former Sex Slavery Victim Urges Japan to Resolve Sex Slavery Issue
Saturday, November 29, 2014
Preview for Next 'Star Wars' Film Released
A trailer for the upcoming installment of the “Star Wars” film franchise was released on Friday.
The film, which is called “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” and is scheduled to be released in December 2015, stars Oscar-winner Lupita Nyong’o, Andy Serkis, Adam Driver and Oscar Isaac.
“… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Preview for Next "Star Wars" Film Released
Chang Won-jun Signs With Doosan for Record Pitcher Contract
[Politics] :
Free agent South Korean pitcher Chang Won-jun has signed a record-breaking contract with the Doosan …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Chang Won-jun Signs With Doosan for Record Pitcher Contract
Friday, November 28, 2014
N.Korea's Nasty Young Rulers
Kim Yeo-jong, the younger sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, had been appointed a vice director in the Workers Party Central Committee. Until now, she was referred to only as a “senior official.” The position is equivalent to a vice minister in the South.
But Kim Yeo-jong is only … …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
N.Korea"s Nasty Young Rulers
Research Team Finds Out How Air Pollutants Disturb Marine Ecosystem
[Science] :
A joint international research team led by a South Korean oceanographer has found out that air …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Research Team Finds Out How Air Pollutants Disturb Marine Ecosystem
Thursday, November 27, 2014
Korean Medics to Leave for Ebola-Hit Africa Next Month
Thirty Korean military and civilian medical workers are flying to Ebola-hit Sierra Leone next month. The first group of four doctors and six nurses will leave on Dec. 13, according to government officials.
The medics will first fly to the U.K. for training and then work with British and Am… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Korean Medics to Leave for Ebola-Hit Africa Next Month
Korea's Traditional Music "Nong-ak" Makes UNESCO List
[Culture] :
Korea’s traditional music that was originally performed by farmers, known as “nong-ak, has been …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Korea"s Traditional Music "Nong-ak" Makes UNESCO List
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Household Debt at New Record High
The amount of household debt has reached yet another record at W1,060 trillion as of the end of September this year (US$1=W1,111).
Household debt has been scaling new heights quarter after quarter, mainly because of a marked increase in home loans thanks to the easing of regulations on ho… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Household Debt at New Record High
Education Minister: Flawed CSAT Questions Reflect Institutional Problem
[Politics] :
Education Minister Hwang Woo-yea said that the second consecutive year of flawed questions on the …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Education Minister: Flawed CSAT Questions Reflect Institutional Problem
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
N. Korean Fishing Boat and Crew to Return Home Tuesday
[Inter-Korea] :
A North Korean fishing boat and its crew, who were rescued by South Korean patrol vessels in waters …
Source:: KBS World Radio
N. Korean Fishing Boat and Crew to Return Home Tuesday
Monday, November 24, 2014
2nd S. Korea-Pacific Islands Foreign Ministers' Meeting to Open Monday
[Politics] :
Foreign ministers from South Korea and 14 Pacific islands will meet in Seoul on Monday.
As the …
Source:: KBS World Radio
2nd S. Korea-Pacific Islands Foreign Ministers" Meeting to Open Monday
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Crimes Against S. Korean Tourists in Turkey Increasing
[Culture] :
Crimes against South Koreans are increasing in Turkey as more South Korean tourists are visiting the country.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Crimes Against S. Korean Tourists in Turkey Increasing
Saturday, November 22, 2014
Snow-Choked New York State May Face Flooding
Residents of upstate New York, one of the nation’s snowiest places, are trying to cope with a year’s worth of snowfall over three days, while bracing for the flooding that could come next.
With warmer temperatures forecast for the next few days, weather forecasters say expected light rain … …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Snow-Choked New York State May Face Flooding
N. Korea Says US Pressure Led to Passage of UN Resolution
[Inter-Korea] :
North Korea has threatened to mobilize all possible measures against the United States, claiming that the U.S.’ undue pressure led to the approval of a landmark UN resolution on its human rights violations.
Source:: KBS World Radio
N. Korea Says US Pressure Led to Passage of UN Resolution
Friday, November 21, 2014
Justice Ministry Names Lawyers to Provide Legal Services in Rural Districts
[Domestic] :
The Ministry of Justice has named lawyers who will cover all one-thousand-400 rural districts in …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Justice Ministry Names Lawyers to Provide Legal Services in Rural Districts
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Park Pushes Ruling Party Chief to Ratify Free Trade Pacts
[Economy] :
President Park Geun-hye called for the ruling party’s active efforts to swiftly pass free trade …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Park Pushes Ruling Party Chief to Ratify Free Trade Pacts
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Ferry Victims' Families Want Search to Continue
Families of the victims of the April 16 ferry disaster on Tuesday demanded the government immediately reinstate the response team near the site of the sinking.
The families and activists traveled to Jindo Island in South Jeolla Province to protest the government’s decision.
They cr… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Ferry Victims" Families Want Search to Continue
Global Green Growth Conference in Korea Focuses on Linking Creative Economy and Sustainable Growth
[Politics] :
Anchor: The Global Green Growth Institute held an international conference in the South Korean port …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Global Green Growth Conference in Korea Focuses on Linking Creative Economy and Sustainable Growth
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
No Need to Ask Tokyo if USFJ Help Korea
Washington has reminded Seoul that it will automatically dispatch the U.S. Forces Japan to the Korean Peninsula in case of an emergency like a war with North Korea.
Washington’s thrust was that Tokyo would not have a say in the matter because the USFJ is under regional American command.</P… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
No Need to Ask Tokyo if USFJ Help Korea
S. Korean Firms Fined 1.6 Tln Won by Foreign Antitrust Watchdogs
[Economy] :
South Korean companies have been fined about one-point-six trillion won over the past five years by …
Source:: KBS World Radio
S. Korean Firms Fined 1.6 Tln Won by Foreign Antitrust Watchdogs
Monday, November 17, 2014
N. Korean Leader's Special Envoy to Visit Russia
[Inter-Korea] :
A top North Korean communist party official, Choe Ryong-hae, will visit Russia on Monday as a special envoy of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
Source:: KBS World Radio
N. Korean Leader"s Special Envoy to Visit Russia
Sunday, November 16, 2014
Choi Min-jeong Wins Gold at ISU Short Track World Cup
[Sports] :
South Korean skater Choi Min-jeong has won a gold medal at the ISU Short Track Speed Skating World Cup in Montreal, Canada.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Choi Min-jeong Wins Gold at ISU Short Track World Cup
Saturday, November 15, 2014
S. Korea, New Zealand Reach Free Trade Pact
[Politics] :
President Park Geun-hye and New Zealand Prime Minister John Key have agreed to a free trade …
Source:: KBS World Radio
S. Korea, New Zealand Reach Free Trade Pact
Friday, November 14, 2014
Top Office Aims to Take Lead in Regional Economic Integration Talks
[Economy] :
Seoul’s presidential office expressed hope that South Korea would be able to take the lead in the …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Top Office Aims to Take Lead in Regional Economic Integration Talks
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Are China, U.S. Losing Interest in N.Korean Nukes?
The North Korean nuclear standoff continues to slide down the priority lists of the international community. This was clearly evident during the APEC Summit in Beijing earlier this week.
President Park Geun-hye duly met with her Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Monday and with U.S. Presid… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Are China, U.S. Losing Interest in N.Korean Nukes?
Pres. Park Proposes South Korea, China, Japan Hold 3-way Summit
[Politics] :
President Park Geun-hye has proposed that South Korea, China and Japan hold a three-way summit.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Pres. Park Proposes South Korea, China, Japan Hold 3-way Summit
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
U.S. Envoy for N.Korean Human Rights Arrives in Seoul
Robert King, the U.S. special envoy for North Korean human rights issues, arrived in Seoul on Tuesday.
The official purpose of his visit is to attend the Chaillot Human Rights Forum hosted by the Korea Institute for National Unification on Thursday. But he is also expected to meet with off… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
U.S. Envoy for N.Korean Human Rights Arrives in Seoul
S. Korea Rejects N. Korea's Criticism of Military Exercise
[Inter-Korea] :
Seoul has rejected North Korea’s criticism that the South Korean military’s …
Source:: KBS World Radio
S. Korea Rejects N. Korea"s Criticism of Military Exercise
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
APEC Leaders Adopt Roadmap to FTAAP
[International] :
Leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) have adopted a roadmap to the establishment …
Source:: KBS World Radio
APEC Leaders Adopt Roadmap to FTAAP
Monday, November 10, 2014
Kwak Tae-hwi Selected as Member of AFC Champions League Dream Team
[Sports] :
The Asian Football Confederation has chosen South Korean defender Kwak Tae-hwi as one of the best …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Kwak Tae-hwi Selected as Member of AFC Champions League Dream Team
Sunday, November 9, 2014
S. Korea Hails NK's Release of Two Americans
[Inter-Korea] :
South Korea has welcomed North Korea’s release of two Americans, Kenneth Bae and Matthew Todd Miller.
Source:: KBS World Radio
S. Korea Hails NK"s Release of Two Americans
Saturday, November 8, 2014
Gov't Says Japan-China Summit Unrelated to S. Korea
[Politics] :
The South Korean government has said that the planned bilateral summit between China and Japan as well as their agreement to improve relations has no bearing on whether South Korea will hold its own bilateral summit with Japan
Source:: KBS World Radio
Gov"t Says Japan-China Summit Unrelated to S. Korea
Friday, November 7, 2014
Gov't Cancels Billion-Dollar Fighter Jet Contract with BAE
The government has canceled an upgrade contract for the KF-16 fighter jets with the BAE Systems of the U.K. after costs spiraled out of control.
Kim Shi-cheol, a spokesman for the Defense Acquisition Program Administration, told reporters, “The U.S. and Korean governments discussed the ma… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Gov"t Cancels Billion-Dollar Fighter Jet Contract with BAE
Ex-US Ambassador Named Chief US Envoy to Six-Party Talks
[International] :
Sung Kim, the former United States Ambassador to South Korea, has been named as U.S. Special …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Ex-US Ambassador Named Chief US Envoy to Six-Party Talks
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Hyundai, Kia to Raise Average Fuel Efficiency 25% by 2020
[Economy] :
Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors have unveiled a plan to raise the average fuel efficiency of their …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Hyundai, Kia to Raise Average Fuel Efficiency 25% by 2020
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
Dutch Royal Couple Visit Gyeongbok Palace
Dutch King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima visited Gyeongbok Palace in Seoul on Tuesday. The royal couple arrived in Seoul on Monday for a three-day visit.
After touring the palace, they watched a re-enactment of Dutch explorer Hendrick Hamel being given an audience by King Hyojong… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Dutch Royal Couple Visit Gyeongbok Palace
Seoul Re-elected Chair of World e-Governments Organization
[International] :
Seoul City has been re-elected as chair of the World e-Governments Organization of Cities and Local Governments (WeGo).
Source:: KBS World Radio
Seoul Re-elected Chair of World e-Governments Organization
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Marvel Releases Extended Trailer for 'Avengers' Sequel
An extended movie trailer for “The Avengers: Age of Ultron,” which was filmed in Korea this spring, has been released.
It was first shown during the last episode of ABC soap opera “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”
Marvel Studios decided to release the extended version after the first tease… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Marvel Releases Extended Trailer for "Avengers" Sequel
Monday, November 3, 2014
Korean-Australian 'X Factor' Winner Tours Asia with New Album
Korean-Australian Im Da-mi, who became the first Asian winner of “The X Factor Australia” last year, has risen to stardom and is now touring Asia with her new album.
The piano teacher-turned-pop singer is promoting her second album “Heart Beats.”
The Chosun Ilbo talked with her abo… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Korean-Australian "X Factor" Winner Tours Asia with New Album
Seoul Education Office to Delay School Start Time to 9 a.m.
[Domestic] :
The Superintendent of the Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education says that his office is planning …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Seoul Education Office to Delay School Start Time to 9 a.m.
Sunday, November 2, 2014
Tobacco Shipments Hit 8-Year High in September
[Economy] :
Tobacco shipments for the domestic market hit an eight-year-high in September, when the government …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Tobacco Shipments Hit 8-Year High in September
Saturday, November 1, 2014
Virgin Galactic Spaceship Crash Kills 1
Authorities in the western U.S. state of California say a space tourism rocket has crashed while on a test flight in the Mojave desert, killing one pilot and seriously injuring another.
Officials say the injured pilot ejected from the Virgin Galactic commercial spaceship before it crashed … …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Virgin Galactic Spaceship Crash Kills 1
Nexen Heroes Beat LG to Move Onto Korean Series
[Sports] :
The Nexen Heroes beat the LG Twins 12-2 at Jamsil Stadium on Friday to now advance to the Korean …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Nexen Heroes Beat LG to Move Onto Korean Series
Friday, October 31, 2014
Seoul Cancels Designation of 6 Autonomous Private High Schools
[Domestic] :
The Seoul Metropolitan Office of Education has cancelled the designation of six schools as …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Seoul Cancels Designation of 6 Autonomous Private High Schools
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Memorial Event Held to Mark 200th Day since Sewol Ferry Sinking
[Domestic] :
An event has been held in the city of Ansan, Gyeonggi Province, to mark the 200th day since the Sewol ferry capsized in waters off the coast of Jindo Island, killing some 300 people.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Memorial Event Held to Mark 200th Day since Sewol Ferry Sinking
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
SNU Ranks 72nd Among 500 Global Universities
[Domestic] :
Seoul National University (SNU) has ranked 72nd among 500 global universities.
Source:: KBS World Radio
SNU Ranks 72nd Among 500 Global Universities
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
China 'to Overtake Korea in Most Industries in 4 Years'
Most of Korea’s leading export products will be overtaken by Chinese rivals by 2018, according to a state-run research institute.
Suh Dong-hyuk of the Korea Institute for Industrial Economics and Trade on Monday said Chinese businesses are either catching up with or overtaking almost all … …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
China "to Overtake Korea in Most Industries in 4 Years"
Monday, October 27, 2014
Messing with U.S. Garrison Plans Is a Costly Blunder
Korea and the U.S. have agreed to keep the Combined Forces Command in Seoul even after the U.S. Forces Korea headquarters moves to Pyeongtaek in 2016. The CFC compound accounts for between eight to nine percent of the total area of the U.S. garrison right in the middle of Seoul.
If the ho… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Messing with U.S. Garrison Plans Is a Costly Blunder
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Korean Air Sponsors Korean Language Service at Musee D’Orsay
[Culture] :
Korean Air, South Korea’s largest air carrier, will sponsor Korean language service in the Musee D’Orsay, a museum in Paris, France.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Korean Air Sponsors Korean Language Service at Musee D’Orsay
Saturday, October 25, 2014
Finance Minister: S. Korean Economy Needs More Time to Recover
[Politics] :
Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Choi Kyung-hwan said South Korea’s economy needs more time to recover, commenting on the country’s third quarter economic growth indicator released Friday.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Finance Minister: S. Korean Economy Needs More Time to Recover
WHO Advises Against Ebola Travel Ban
The emergency Ebola committee of the World Health Organization has again come out against bans on travel and trade with the countries where the virus is wreaking the greatest havoc. The committee of experts says this will not stop the spread of Ebola.
The Emergency Committee declared Ebola… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
WHO Advises Against Ebola Travel Ban
Friday, October 24, 2014
Park to Meet Delegation of Japan-Korea Parliamentarians' Union Friday
[Politics] :
President Park Geun-hye will grant an audience to a delegation of the Japan-Korea Parliamentarians’ Union at the presidential office on Friday.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Park to Meet Delegation of Japan-Korea Parliamentarians" Union Friday
Thursday, October 23, 2014
N. Korea Urges S. Korea to Take Steps to Prevent Military Clashes
[Inter-Korea] :
North Korea has urged South Korea to take steps to prevent military clashes.
Source:: KBS World Radio
N. Korea Urges S. Korea to Take Steps to Prevent Military Clashes
Ebola Help Requires Meticulous Preparation
Four nurses at the infectious diseases ward at the National Medical Center resigned recently after the government decided earlier this week to send a team of medical experts from the ministries of health and welfare, defense and foreign affairs to Ebola-hit West Africa early next month.
T… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Ebola Help Requires Meticulous Preparation
Tuesday, October 21, 2014
'Roaring Currents' Heads to China
The film “Roaring Currents,” which drew 17.6 million viewers in Korea, will open in 3,000 theaters throughout China by the end of the year, the film’s distributor CJ E&M said on Monday.
China’s largest state-run distributor, China Film Group, is in charge of the film’s distribution in… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
"Roaring Currents" Heads to China
Monday, October 20, 2014
Education Ministry to Conduct Safety Drill on Disasters
[Domestic] :
The Education Ministry will carry out a safety drill from Tuesday to Thursday on countering disasters.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Education Ministry to Conduct Safety Drill on Disasters
Pantech Files for Bankruptcy Protection in U.S.
Pantech said Sunday it has applied for bankruptcy protection in the U.S., listing debts of US$1 billion and assets of $500 million in a filing in Atlanta.
The ailing phone maker went into court receivership here earlier this year.
Also known as Chapter 15, the filing protects forei… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Pantech Files for Bankruptcy Protection in U.S.
Saturday, October 18, 2014
Japan's Abe Sends Offering to War Shrine
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has sent a ritual offering to a Shinto shrine that many of Japan’s neighbors see as a symbol of the country’s imperialist past.
On the first day of an autumn festival Friday, Abe sent a traditional potted plant to the Yasukuni Shrine, but did not visit th… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Japan"s Abe Sends Offering to War Shrine
Chosun Sinbo: "S. Korea Must Show Intent For Improved Inter-Korean Relations"
[Inter-Korea] :
A pro North Korea newspaper has criticized President Park Geun-hye and her confidants for showing hostility to the North, saying the chance for reconciliation on the Korean Peninsula through inter-Korean talks could be squandered.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Chosun Sinbo: "S. Korea Must Show Intent For Improved Inter-Korean Relations"
Friday, October 17, 2014
Ventilation Grille Near Concert Venue Collapses in Seongnam, Killing 15 People
[Domestic] :
A ventilation grille near an outdoor concert venue collapsed Friday in Seongnam city, Gyeonggi Province, killing at least 15 concert watchers and injuring 10 others.
Source:: KBS World Radio
Ventilation Grille Near Concert Venue Collapses in Seongnam, Killing 15 People
Thursday, October 16, 2014
Eugene, Ki Tae-young Expect 1st Child
Actor couple Eugene and Ki Tae-young are expecting their first child after three years of marriage.
The couple’s agencies said on Wednesday that Eugene is 13 weeks pregnant and that they are thrilled about the news.
They started dating in 2010 after appearing in the 2009 MBC drama … …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Eugene, Ki Tae-young Expect 1st Child
Gov't to Attend UN Bonn Climate Change Conference Oct. 20-25
[Politics] :
A South Korean government delegation will attend the United Nations Climate Change Conference …
Source:: KBS World Radio
Gov"t to Attend UN Bonn Climate Change Conference Oct. 20-25
A Sign Of The Times
While certainly not the height of culture, a McDonald’s opening in Dongducheon is certainly a sign that things are changing. The city has grown a great deal in the last 20 years, particularly with the arrival of the subway and the construction of “New Town” aka Jihueng-Dong. Yes, Dongducheon has finally arrived, for better of worse.
This construction site sprung up recently, with little fanfare, on MSR 3 near Jihueng Station.
Actually, it’s surprising it took so long. Neighboring Pocheon has two McDonald’s and Uijeongbu has at least two or three, among other American/international franchises.
Local conventional wisdom is it took a long time because someone had to pay to construct a purpose built, stand alone building, as McDonald’s facility requirements for franchises are usually very stringent. I would say it is long overdue and expect the restaurant will do pretty well bushiness-wise.
Good luck, Ronald-Shi.
A Sign Of The Times
Wednesday, October 15, 2014
First Cold Wave Watch Issued Tuesday Morning
[Science] :
Morning lows plunged sharply across the nation on Tuesday as Typhoon Vongfong made its way toward Japan.
Source:: KBS World Radio
First Cold Wave Watch Issued Tuesday Morning
Lydia Ko Makes Time's Influential Teens List for 2nd Year
Lydia Ko has made TIME’s list of the 25 most influential teens for the second year in a row. She is the only ethnic Korean on the list.
“After going pro last year, Ko now ranks third among women golfers worldwide, sparking interest in the sport ‘not just in her native South Korea and adop… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Lydia Ko Makes Time"s Influential Teens List for 2nd Year
Tuesday, October 14, 2014
First Cold Wave Watch Issued Tuesday Morning
[Science] :
Morning lows plunged sharply across the nation on Tuesday as Typhoon Vongfong made its way toward Japan.
Source:: KBS World Radio
First Cold Wave Watch Issued Tuesday Morning
Monday, October 13, 2014
Anti-N.Korea Activists Must Show Some Common Sense
Heavy machinegun fire by North Korea on Friday aimed at balloons carrying anti-North propaganda leaflets prompted people in a South Korean town near the border to block activists from their neighborhood to send more balloons on Saturday.
When activists attempted to return to the town to s… …read more
Source:: Chosun Ilbo
Anti-N.Korea Activists Must Show Some Common Sense
Images From The Past: Dongducheon - Part 2
Various images of Dongducheon, or Tongduchon as it was once known, through the decades.
Courtesy: Kim Dae Hwan
Courtesy: Kim Dae Hwan
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Courtesy: Kim Dae Hwan
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Courtesy: Kim Dae Hwan
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Courtesy: Kim Dae Hwan
Courtesy: Kim Dae Hwan
Courtesy: Kim Dae Hwan
Images From The Past: Dongducheon - Part 2
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