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Ex-ambassador named adviser for Seoul

PeopleSept 27, 2011

Former Ambassador to Hungary Suh Chung-ha has been named international affairs adviser for Seoul City government, city officials said Tuesday. For two years Suh will facilitate exchanges between the capital and foreign cities while advising the city on hosting or attending international events.“We e
Korea to host UNWTO general assembly in Gyeongju

TravelSept 27, 2011

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism said it is hosting the 19th General Assembly of the United Nations World Tourism Organization in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, from Oct. 8-14.At the biennial meeting, tourism policy makers, scholars and industry leaders from 154 countries will discu
Alain de Botton examines religion as institution

BooksSept 27, 2011

Swiss-born writer visits Seoul with new book ‘Religion for Atheists’Philosopher and author Alain de Botton grew up in a Jewish family where religion was thought to be “completely ridiculous,” and it took him a while for him to say he didn’t agree.“Anyone who was religious, to say bluntly, was though
Radio station hosts free ‘Happy Concert’

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

TBS eFM is inviting foreign residents to join in a party at Seoul World Cup Park on Oct. 1. Admission is free and the event runs from 6:30-9 p.m.Two sessions of performances make up the program. The first is a performance from the Seoul Metropolitan traditional Music Orchestra. The second will featu
Bands to rock FF’s Oktoberfest

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

Expat bands will be among the performers at Club FF’s Oktoberfest at the Banyan Tree in Seoul on Oct. 2.The event offers free-flowing beer, and a buffet with sausages, barbecued chicken and pork, salads, cold platters, sauerkraut and desserts.From 5-10 p.m. Chanter’s Alley, The Rock Tigers, No.1 Kor
Soccer teams set to vie for Ulsan Cup

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

Expat soccer teams from across the country will compete in the Ulsan Cup on Saturday and Sunday.It is South Korea’s only nationwide expat football competition and is now in its fourth year. Previous winners are Busan United, Seoul Celtic and Jeonju Unathletic.Sixteen teams from Busan will play in a
Roleplaying with Choi Jaesun Dance Company

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

Salon Revolutionar Vol.3Platoon KunsthalleInvading the industrial interior of Seoul’s Platoon Kunsthalle once again, Salon Revolutionar returned with a romping third installment of experimental multimedia art this weekend. Dance was the main focus of the night as Pure Hybrid Group promised a “new ki
Fighting back with film

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

Hit ‘dis’ rap just part of Sonny’s repertoire of viral videos and expat talent showcasesOne viral video deserves another. Both Koreans and expats here were shocked in late August at the YouTube video of a foreigner attacking ― first verbally and then physically ― a much older Korean couple on a bus.
Bands to rock Oktoberfest

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

Expat bands will be among the performers at Club FF’s Oktoberfest at the Banyan Tree in Seoul on Oct. 2.The event offers free-flowing beer, and a buffet with sausages, barbecued chicken and pork, salads, cold platters, sauerkraut and desserts.From 5-10 p.m. Chanter’s Alley, The Rock Tigers, No.1 Kor
Radio station hosts free ‘Happy Concert’

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

TBS eFM is inviting foreign residents to join in a party at Seoul World Cup Park on Oct. 1. Admission is free and the event runs from 6:30-9 p.m.Two sessions of performances make up the program. The first is a performance from the Seoul Metropolitan traditional Music Orchestra. The second will featu
Soccer teams vie for Ulsan Cup

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

Expat soccer teams from across the country will compete in the Ulsan Cup on Saturday and Sunday.It is South Korea’s only nationwide expat football competition and is now in its fourth year. Previous winners are Busan United, Seoul Celtic and Jeonju Unathletic.Sixteen teams from Busan will play in a
LuxElite offers tailored concierge services

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

A new company has started offering concierge services to help expats in Korea with their daily lives.LuxElite offers help with restaurant recommendations, after school programs, family outings, Korean culture and etiquette, personal training, banking and medical treatment, among others.The service i
Gwangju Center seeks homestay guests

Expat LivingSept 27, 2011

Gwangju International Center is looking for people to take part in its homestay program.The center says the two-day, one-night homestays with Korean families is the easiest way to gain a deeper insight into the local culture.The programs start at 2 p.m. and end noon the next day. The applicable nigh
Adoptee becomes first Korean in French Senate

PeopleSept 27, 2011

PARIS (Yonhap News) ― A South Korean adoptee won a seat in the French Senate in the country’s parliamentary election on Sunday, becoming the first ethnic Korean to advance to France’s top political body.Jean-Vincent Place, 43, who was adopted by a French family in the 1970s and grew to become a poli
Israeli book artist creates wonders

CultureSept 27, 2011

For Israeli artist Ido Agassi, creating works of art using materials generally used for books is a journey.Agassi is in town showcasing his book art as part of a special exhibition marking the millennial anniversary of the Tripitaka Koreana.Until Nov. 6, Haeinsa Temple in Hapcheon County, South Gyeo