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[Editorial] Aging workforce
[Lee Kyong-hee] New Right distorts 'comfort women'
[Robert J. Fouser] The soundscape of Korean cities
Prominent pro-democracy, labor activist Chang Ki-pyo dies at 78
North Korea sends more trash balloons toward South Korea
US to propose ban on Chinese car software
Third-seeded Haddad Maia wins Korea Open tennis title
Qatar Pavilion at Gwangju Biennale brings solidarity through rain
Bereaved families, Seoul council butt heads over Sewol memorial
Evicted guest burns down inn; 3 killed
[Photo News] Daewoo E&C, Sudop Praha join forces
Eximbank joins hands with Czech state funds
Quad leaders slam North Korean missile threats, reaffirm goal of denuclearization
Samsung, SK hynix market caps plummet W117tr amid semiconductor uncertainty
1 in 5 households to have breadwinner over 80 in 30 years
[Herald Interview] US election may unleash growth for Korea: Laffer
New Fifty Fifty off to strong start
[Photo news] LG Uplus' Gangnam pop-up unveils iPhone 16
Yoon's Prague visit sets stage for W24tr nuclear power plant deal
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‘Baby Shark’-related stocks soar on Billboard debut
Markets
Jan 10, 2019
After the recent Billboard debut of megahit South Korean version of children’s song “Baby Shark,” shares rose Thursday in anticipation of further success in related merchandise. Share prices of Samsung Publishing, the second-largest shareholder of SmartStudy, the local education startup behind the “Baby Shark” phenomenon, rose by more than 20 percent from the previous trading day. Shares of the publishing company, which holds 25.03 percent of SmartStudy, closed at 1
Convenience store food to be available for delivery: BGF Retail
Industry
Jan 10, 2019
Instant and prepared foods such as dosirak (boxed lunches), gimbab (seaweed and rice rolls) and sandwiches will soon be available for delivery from South Korea’s major convenience store chain, according to BGF Retail, which operates the CU chain. The company said Thursday that it has joined hands with Delivery Hero Korea, an operator of the popular delivery app service Yogiyo, to offer nationwide delivery services.The two signed a memorandum of understanding, agreeing to work together to expand
[Weekender] Surging apartment prices frustrate Seoul residents
Social affairs
Jan 10, 2019
When looking down at Seoul up in the sky, the capital is filled with square-shaped apartment clusters and gray sky-high office buildings.South Korea’s rapid economic development centered on Seoul has made the country’s capital one of the most populous cities in the world, with skyrocketing housing prices.Over-the-top housing prices have become a major social problem here, amid widespread public outcry for the government to tackle the issue. Among various types of housing in the nation, apartment
[CES 2019] From health wearables to sleep aids, digital health widens presence
Technology
Jan 10, 2019
LAS VEGAS -- Digital health care is growing at a rapid pace, as innovative technologies and solutions are revolutionizing the health management and treatment paradigm.Signaling widening interest in the convergence of technology and health care, mobile health devices, wearables and wellness gadgets are a major part of this year’s Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.Alongside big names in conventional electronics, 521 digital health, 631 wearables and 151 fitness exhibitors have arrived at the
Seoul court fines BMW $12.9 million over falsified emissions documents
Social affairs
Jan 10, 2019
A Seoul court on Thursday slapped BMW Korea with a 14.5 billion-won ($12.9 million) fine and sentenced six workers to prison for violating the customs law and Clean Air Conservation Act.The German luxury carmaker was indicted in March last year for importing some 29,000 vehicles with falsified emissions documents since 2011. Prosecutors demanded a 30 billion-won fine for BMW Korea and up to 1 1/2 years in prison for six employees in November.“The government has mandated a strict authorization pr
[Newsmaker] Second cab driver dies after self-immolation protesting Kakao carpool service
Social affairs
Jan 10, 2019
In the midst of heightened tensions between the country’s taxi union, information technology market players and the government over ride-sharing and ride-hailing services, a taxi driver surnamed Lim, 65, died early Thursday morning after setting himself on fire to protest the launch of Kakao’s carpool service, police said. Lim’s death is expected to further fuel conflict between the concerned parties, who have locked horns since a similar incident last month involving another taxi driver, 57, wh
[CES 2019] Despite China’s growth, Korean display makers still driving innovation: Merck KGaA CEO
Technology
Jan 10, 2019
LAS VEGAS -- Despite China’s fast-growing presence in the global display business, South Korean display makers remain undisputed leaders when it comes to future innovation, according to the chief of Merck KGaA’s performance materials division on Wednesday. “Indeed, China has been putting lots of emphasis on driving the growth of the display technology. But if you look at large companies, you can see that the Korean companies are still very strong in innovation,” CEO Kai Beckmann said in an inter
[Weekender] Upscale apartments change thoughts on multi-unit dwellings
Culture
Jan 10, 2019
‘Brooklyn of Seoul’ Seongsu-dong attracts top-tier apartment complexes
[Herald Interview] Life beyond the lens
People
Jan 10, 2019
Fashion photographer Hong Jang-hyun ready for second chapter in life
Local chocolatier, local ingredients, local flavors
Food&Beverage
Jan 10, 2019
Adore Chocolaterie finds inspiration in Korean cinnamon punch and more
[Herald Interview] Rolls-Royce Motor CEO attributes record sales to Asia, Korea
Transport
Jan 10, 2019
Strong business growth in Asia was behind the record-breaking sales of British luxury carmaker Rolls-Royce last year, particularly in China and South Korea, its head said in an interview with The Korea Herald. “Our growth was fueled by a strong Asian business and a Korean business. We have seen an uptake in your market by around 40 percent compared to the year 2017 and for that reason I am very satisfied with the results,” said Torsten Muller-Otvos, chief executive officer of Rolls-Royce Motor C
Sudden heart problems kill 3.6 times more people than car crashes
Health
Jan 10, 2019
More than 18,000 people died from sudden cardiac arrest without previous symptoms or warning signs in 2017 -- making it a bigger cause of death than lung cancer, at 17,980, and road traffic accidents, which killed 5,028 in the same year.According to data released by the Korea Centers for Disease Control Wednesday, 25,859 people died from sudden cardiac arrest in 2017. Excluding accidental and suicidal deaths, 18,261 died without warning.Korea Centers for Disease Control and PreventionMinistry of
More skaters come forward with sexual abuse allegations
Social affairs
Jan 10, 2019
Additional allegations of sexual abuse in Korea’s skating community were revealed as two more skaters came forward following Olympic short track gold medalist Shim Suk-hee’s claim against her former coach on Tuesday.The Young Skaters Association released a statement Wednesday claiming that there were more sexual abuse cases in Korea’s skating community yet to be disclosed. The Young Skaters Association leader Yeo Jun-hyeong speaks at a press conference on Thursday. (Yonhap)“The association has
Samsung to unpack Galaxy S10 series in San Francisco in mid-Feb
Technology
Jan 10, 2019
South Korean tech titan to unveil its 10th anniversary Galaxy phone one week ahead of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona
PM calls for efforts to build future-oriented relations with Japan
Foreign affairs
Jan 10, 2019
South Korea's prime minister on Thursday called for government efforts to build a future-oriented relationship with Japan, separately from the task of addressing bilateral historical issues.Prime Minister Lee Nak-yon said in a government meeting that history cannot be neglected, but it is not desirable to neglect preparations for the future due to history.(Yonhap)"Historical liabilities between South Korea and Japan should be resolved. At the same time, we should make efforts and pool our wisdom
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