‘Artists need to not only tell stories, but also draw multiplatform strategies’

Importers warn beginners to note safety issues

Developers seek footing in fledgling market

In Korea’s moribund literary scene, novelist Shin Kyung-sook has been almost the only source of excitement. With a growing international profile, the author of 2011 New York Times bestseller “Please Look After Mom” seemed to be Korea’s best shot at producing a world star, like what Murakami Haruki is for Japan. Shin’s seemingly unassailable reputation here, and perhaps her fledgling global career, now faces a grave challenge after allegations of plagiarism surfaced. On Tuesday, fellow writer Lee

Church holds special sermon, history forum and concert celebrating 130 years of Christianity in Korea

Shin Kyung-sook, the author of international best seller “Please Look After Mom,” Wednesday denied an accusation that she committed plagiarism in an earlier work published nearly two decades ago. The work in question is “Legend,” included in a short story collection titled “Long Ago, When I Left My Home” published in 1996. A passage in the short story that describes the physical intimacy of a newlywed couple bears striking similarities to a part in a Korean translation of “Yukoku (Patriotism)” b

Myeong-dong, a popular tourist destination in Seoul, is quieter than usual Sunday. (Yonhap)As the Middle East respiratory syndrome continues to scare away tourists, the Korean government has come up with a desperate measure to lure them back: free, full-coverage MERS insurance to foreign visitors. The scheme, announced Monday along with other emergency measures to support the MERS-hit local tourism, is a show of confidence in the country’s ongoing efforts to contain the potentially deadly virus

Rescue dog Moran on call 24/7 to search for missing people

Cool down with a swim at Sheraton Seoul D Cube City HotelSheraton Seoul D Cube City Hotel is offering a cool summer vacation in the city with the “Frozen Summer” package, available from June 1 to Aug. 31. The 235,000 won-package includes a one-night stay in a Deluxe Room with an expansive view of the Seoul cityscape, and a sumptuous breakfast buffet for two at the hotel’s signature restaurant Feast, located on the 41st floor. The buffet is free of charge for one child under 36 months. During the

National Museum of Korea presents in-depth exploration of Polish art from medieval period to 20th century

Festivals, concerts canceled, cinema attendance drops 25% since outbreak

Four emerging Korean music groups will be performing at the K-pop Night Out concert on the sidelines of MIDEM, one of the world’s biggest music tradeshows, in Cannes, France this week.The four are: The Barberettes, a retro girl group; Loro’s, a modern rock band; Coreyah, a Korean classical music gukak ensemble; and Rock ‘N’ Roll Radio, a rock band.Representing Korean music in their respective genres, they will be performing for about three hours on June 6 at the Palais des Festivals venue, accor

University museum showcases 600 works that offer glimpse of Joseon scholars’ life

Ladies’ luxuries at Park Hyatt SeoulPark Hyatt Seoul is offering the “Women’s Experience Package” for female guests on vacation or business trips seeking to enjoy more personalized, exclusive services during their stay. The package includes a one-night stay in a luxurious guest room; one bottle of Veuve Cliquot champagne; a special gift set of Aesop hand cream, rose bubble bath, Evian mineral water and seasonal fruit; a late check-out time of 2 p.m.; a 30 percent discount on any spa treatment at

Artist Jo incorporates traditional Korean stitching into making handbags, accessories