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Government to archive records on comfort women

PeopleDec 30, 2013

The National Archives of Korea will safeguard records on former comfort women forced by Japan to provide sex to its soldiers during World War II.The government agency said Monday that it will archive 3,060 items currently stored by the House of Sharing, a home for surviving former comfort women.The records include oral statements by former comfort women on their lives as sex slaves; video footage of psychological testing, news conferences and rallies; their drawings; and articles by the deceased
S. African royals worried by Mandela family ‘instability’

PeopleDec 30, 2013

CAPE TOWN (AFP) ― The tribal royal house in South Africa of which Nelson Mandela was a member on Sunday expressed concern at “instability” in the icon’s family and urged calm as his estate is settled.The AbaThembu royal family called the meeting in Qunu where Mandela was buried on December 15 and “shared their concern” amid reports of internal strife and warring over his estate.“We advised the family members to remain calm, respect the administration of the estate and ensure that all the assets
What to expect in 2014

CultureDec 30, 2013

With the New Year upon us, it’s time to schedule in various cultural activities for our weekends and evenings. Here are some of the notable events to be held in 2014. ---Ed. 1. Beyond Impressionism: the Birth of Modern Art: The National Museum of Korea will feature more than 70 drawings and sculptures on loan from the Musee d’Orsay from May 3 through Aug. 31. The exhibition is expected to present some of the world’s most revered works of late impressionism and postimpressionism, illustrating the
Schumacher in coma, 'critical' after France ski accident

PeopleDec 30, 2013

Michael Schumacher, the retired seven-time Formula One champion, has undergone brain surgery and is in a "critical" condition after striking his head in a ski accident in the French Alps on Sunday, doctors said.The 44-year-old German was "suffering a serious brain trauma with coma on his arrival, which required an immediate neurosurgical operation", the hospital in the southeastern French city of Grenoble said in a brief statement."He remains in a critical condition."Schumacher had been skiing o
Popularity of Ultimate Fighting on the rise among Koreans

CultureDec 29, 2013

As Ultimate Fighting enthusiasts wait in tense anticipation for the upcoming UFC fight night next month in Singapore, local fighters Lim Hyun-gyu, Kang Kyung-ho and Park Tae-hyun are looking to represent the next generation of Korean fighters in hopes of taking home a title in an all-out battle of world class athletes. This will be only the fourth UFC event held in Asia with Lim taking on Tarec Saffiedine of Belgium in the welterweight division, Kang going against Shunichi Shimizu of Japan in th
Calendar

CultureDec 27, 2013

Classical musicConcert nights at Megabox: Local cinema franchise Megabox will broadcast the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra’s New Year’s Concert live on Jan. 1 at 7:30 p.m. and the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra’s New Year’s Concert on Jan. 3 at 8:15 p.m. The Austrian orchestra will be led by the legendary maestro Daniel Barenboim while the German orchestra will feature Chinese piano sensation Lang Lang alongside maestro Simon Rattle. The concerts will be screened at the Coex, Central, Dongdaemun,
Under the Southern Cross: Following the magic of the Marquesas

TravelDec 27, 2013

HIVA OA, Marquesas Islands ― “If it’s Tuesday, it must be Ua Pou,” said Keith, stretched out on the adjacent mattress. One of a half-dozen passengers still asleep on the upper deck of the Aranui 3, he pushed up on his elbows to watch the dawn skitter over the waves.“It rained last night, just enough to cool us off,” he said, yawning. “Did you get wet?”I didn’t remember. But I was a lot cooler than I’d been the day before.That night had been pretty warm. Stuffy in the lounge. Stifling even, if yo
Top 5 spots to get a taste of America while abroad

TravelDec 27, 2013

Even the most seasoned traveler longs for a taste of home. For those Americans who get homesick while traveling abroad, the members and editors of VirtualTourist.com (www.virtualtourist.com) put together a list of their Top 5 Spots to Get a Taste of America While Abroad.1. The Rug Cafe ― BeijingBeijing is known for its tradition and history, but not necessarily its modern cuisine. On a recent trip, one VirtualTourist member was pleased to find The Rug Cafe, a restaurant in the Chaoyang District
Vegas casinos draw tourists with holiday exhibits

TravelDec 27, 2013

LAS VEGAS (AP) ― Las Vegas has mostly shelved its attempt to rebrand itself as a family-friendly wonderland. But there’s one exception: the dreaded holiday season, when visitor numbers crater and room vacancies soar.In an attempt to lure tourists, Las Vegas casinos are staging increasingly elaborate holiday events.The Bellagio has again transformed its conservatory into a faux winter wonderland featuring a 12.8-meter-tall Christmas tree, a life-sized candy house, a walk-through snow globe and to
KTO suggests best sunrise spots in Korea

TravelDec 27, 2013

The Korea Tourism Organization has released a list of the best sunrise spots in each province in Korea. In Seoul, Seonyudo Park offers the great view of the sun rising amid the high-rise buildings. The park located in Yeongdeungpo is a small island on the Hangang River, well-connected to the city’s major public transportation. Surrounding the island are migratory birds staying there for the winter. In Daegu, Apsan Mountain is well-known as a sunrise spot. The mountain located in southern Daegu i
Hyatt Regency Incheon wins Best Airport Hotel

TravelDec 27, 2013

Hyatt Regency Incheon has won the Best Airport Hotel award by the U.S. travel magazine Global Traveler for two consecutive years. The hotel has won the award in the Global Traveler Tested Awards that recognize leading travel services such as airports, hotels and airlines based on more than 22,000 votes made by business and luxury travelers. “It is a great honor to be awarded for two years in a row by this renowned world travel magazine,” said Paul Wright, general manager of Hyatt Regency Incheon
Around the hotels

Food&BeverageDec 27, 2013

Authentic ‘osechi’ cuisine at The Ritz-Carlton, SeoulHanazono, the Japanese restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Seoul, will be serving traditional osechi New Year cuisine as part of its special lunch and dinner menu from Jan. 1 to 7. The set meals will include miniature, single-serving osechi, in which each dish has a special meaning of its own, as well as sashimi, jorim (a boiled-down soy sauce dish), stew, glutinous rice and dessert. The osechi consist of prawns cooked in a special sauce, b
Korean noodle shop helps Memphis break character

Food&BeverageDec 27, 2013

MEMPHIS, Tennessee (AP) ― This Mississippi River city is proud of its barbecue, its fried chicken, its soul food. But the food scene here is often stereotyped because of it. Those foods are what tourists typically obsess over, standing in line at Central BBQ for smoky ribs or Gus’s Fried Chicken for juicy drumsticks. When told that there’s a place in Memphis that makes standout Korean food like soups and noodle dishes with meat and seafood, some may scoff. But Crazy Noodle is real, and it might
Ideas for gifts homemade in the kitchen

CultureDec 27, 2013

Gifts are a lot like greeting cards. Store-bought is nice, but nothing compares with homemade and the sentiment it conveys. Not only can you tailor a handmade gift to each recipient, but you can also choose ideas that will fit your budget, whether large or small. And when it comes to food, there is nothing like the taste of something lovingly made from scratch.Here are 19 food-related homemade ideas perfect for giving. From intricate projects to simple nibbles you can fix in an afternoon, there
Saeu mandu (shrimp dumplings)

Food&BeverageDec 27, 2013

Saeu mandu, as the name suggests, is a variation of Korean dumplings made with shrimp as the main ingredient. This recipe is simply made with shrimp and some vegetables, but you can mix in some ground pork or beef for another layer of flavor and texture. I’m also showing you how to make homemade dumpling wrappers. It’s really not that hard to make wrappers at home. All you need is good old all-purpose flour, salt and water. Homemade wrappers are more resilient and durable to work with, and taste