K-LIFE

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  Art

  Sneak peek of Art Busan shows strong emphasis on female trailblazers

  By Woo Jae-yeonBUSAN, May 9 (Yonhap) -- With its focus on curating female artists and showcasing emerging galleries that highlight young and experimental artists, this year's Art Busan appears to deviate from its traditional role as solely an art
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  Unification ministry to install artwork symbolizing N.K. abductees at Seoul festival

  SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- The unification ministry in charge of inter-Korean affairs said Thursday it will install an artwork inspired by three forget-me-nots at an upcoming garden show in efforts to raise awareness of South Koreans being held in Nort
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  Travel

  'K-Royal Culture Festival' Draws Over 600,000 Visitors to 5 Major Palaces, Jongmyo Shrine

  SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- During the 10th anniversary of the 'K-Royal Culture Festival,' it has been tallied that over 600,000 visitors flocked to Seoul's major palaces and Jongmyo Shrine
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  Seoul residents pick Han River as city landmark; foreigners favor Gwanghwamun Square

  Seoul landmark-survey Seoul residents pick Han River as city landmark; foreigners favor Gwanghwamun Square SEOUL, May 9 (Yonhap) -- Seoul citizens chose the Han River as the main landmark represent
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  Art

  Ex-President Moon's memoir to be out later this month

  SEOUL, May 8 (Yonhap) -- Former President Moon Jae-in's memoir will be published later this month, his first since his presidency ended in May 2022, the book's publisher said Wednesday.The book, the title of which translates into "From
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  Art

  '12.12: The Day' sweeps grand prize, best film, best actor at Baeksang Arts Awards

  By Woo Jae-yeonSEOUL, May 7 (Yonhap) -- Historical film "12.12: The Day" clinched the grand prize in the film category at the 60th Baeksang Arts Awards on Tuesday, alongside accolades for best film and best actor.The historical saga depic
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  Korean American author wins 2024 Pulitzer Prize for biography

  By Song Sang-hoWASHINGTON, May 6 (Yonhap) -- A nonfiction book by a renowned Korean American author won this year's Pulitzer Prize in the biography category Monday, according to Columbia University, which administers the prestigious annual award.
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  Travel

  Strolling through Changdeokgung Palace, Immersed in the Scent of Joseon

  SEOUL, May 6 (Yonhap) -- "Usually, the palace gates open at 9 a.m. Those gathered here are the first guests to awaken Changdeokgung Palace. Welcome." On the morning of the 29th last month,
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  Contribution

  SPC Samlip Launches Pop-up Store 'Cream Atelier' in Seongsu

  SEOUL, May 6 (Yonhap) -- SPC Samlip announced on the 6th that it launched pop-up store 'Cream Atelier' in Seongsu-dong, Seongdong-gu, in celebration of the 60th anniversary of its trademark cr
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  Art

  S. Korea, Italy to open 2024-25 year of cultural exchange

  SEOUL, May 4 (Yonhap) -- South Korea will host a series of performances and exhibitions set to illuminate major Italian cities with Korea's rich cultural tapestry this year as part of the 2024-25 year of cultural exchange between the two countrie
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  Travel

  Photos from 2024 Seoul Festa

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  South Korea launches six-month cultural showcase across France

  SEOUL, May 2 (Yonhap) -- As Paris gears up for the 2024 Olympics, South Korea will launch a six-month program Thursday to showcase its diverse artistic and cultural landscape in major cities around France.The "2024 Korea Season" will feat
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  Contribution

  Incheon Harbor to Host 'Beer + Fried Chicken' Festival in May

  SEOUL, April 30 (Yonhap) -- Incheon Harbor area is expecting some 10,000 foreign tourists to gather and enjoy free beer and fried chicken in May. The Incheon Metropolitan City and Incheon Tourism Orga
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  Art

  From pastime to academic discipline: Exhibition spotlights evolution of Korean embroidery

  By Woo Jae-yeonSEOUL, April 30 (Yonhap) -- A middle-aged woman stands on a rocky mountaintop, gazing out at layers of mist-covered, rugged peaks stretching before her.This scene is captured in the self-portrait, "Waves," by Korean embroid
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  Travel

  K-Royal Culture Festival: Experiencing Royal Palace Life

  SEOUL, April 30 (Yonhap) -- The Cultural Heritage Administration's K-Royal Palaces and Tombs Center, along with the Cultural Heritage Foundation of Korea, opened the "2024 Spring K-Royal Cul
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  Travel

  K-Royal Palace Culture Festival Hails Children, Adults to Grand Ancestral Rite of Joseon Dynasty

  SEOUL, April 30 (Yonhap) -- Jongmyo Daeje, one of the major ceremonies of the Joseon Dynasty conducted directly by the king, will take place next month. The National Intangible Heritage Center, the Cu
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  Art

  Gov't to open 10 trails near DMZ for visitors next month

  SEOUL, April 30 (Yonhap) -- Ten peace-themed trails near the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), separating the two Koreas, will open to the public in mid-May, the government said Tuesday.The trails are located across border towns and cities in the provinces o
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  Nighttime Tours of Gyeongbokgung Palace Begins May 8th

  SEOUL, April 22 (Yonhap) -- The nighttime ambiance of Gyeongbokgung Palace, the primary royal palace and center of Joseon Dynasty architecture, will be open to public next month, state-run cultural bo
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  Travel

  Commemorative Tower Lit in Gwanghwamun Square for Buddha's Birthday

  SEOUL, April 18 (Yonhap) -- On the afternoon of the 17th, the Buddha's Birthday Celebration Committee and Lantern Preservation Committee, organized by domestic Buddhist groups, held the lightin
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  Contribution

  Goobne Chicken opens 4th outlet in U.S.

  SEOUL, April 15 (Yonhap) -- GN Food, the operator of South Korea's leading roasted-chicken franchise Goobne Chicken, said Monday it has opened its fourth outlet in the United States. With the op