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2S2 Community
- 2S2 Anguk: Get Your Coffee Snob On!2S2 Anguk: Get Your Coffee Snob On! - Hey there coffee lovers! Hope you're well... you may have heard of this thing called 2S2 that I regularly plan -- it's a come-as-you-are expat-and-anyone-else get-together aimed at meeting and making…Tue, 7 Sep 2010, 02:50 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- 2S2 Anguk... World Cup Edition2S2 Anguk... World Cup Edition - Dear readers...Downtown Seoul is going to be a zoo this weekend. The Twosome Place by Anguk Station will doubtless be overrun by red-clad Chukkumaniacs, as will the rest of Jongno, so here's the plan…Thu, 10 Jun 2010, 08:03 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- 2S2 May: Gwangjang Market2S2 May: Gwangjang Market - Thanks to Amy and Chris, 2S2 May, in Anguk, was a success. Here are some photos Amy sent me, by way of a fella named Richard. Thanks for the photos!Jongmyo Park: all the old guys playing games.Gwang…Mon, 24 May 2010, 01:14 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- 2S2 Anguk: Gwangjang Market and the World DJ Festival2S2 Anguk: Gwangjang Market and the World DJ Festival - Remember: 2S2 Suwon is also a go! No word yet from Yongin and Wonju.So Amy and Chris, minor deities in their own rights, have offered to help me out by running the upcoming 2S2 by Tag-Team, so that I…Thu, 6 May 2010, 09:17 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- 2S2 Suwon Update2S2 Suwon Update - Greetings to all 2S2ers!Announcement:2S2 Suwon will kick off this Saturday. We're going to do some cultural activities near the summer palace of King Jeong Jo (정조), walk Suwon's Hwaseong Fortress wall…Thu, 6 May 2010, 05:52 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- 2S2 Suwon: Archery!2S2 Suwon: Archery! - See the facebook event here.Here's the schedule for the Suwon 2S2 meeting:12:00 pm: meet at Suwon station (수원역) (2d floor, bottom of escalator, near Lotteria - like last time)12:15 pm: take a bus to B…Thu, 6 May 2010, 05:25 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- Hi Expat: Where to VolunteerHi Expat: Where to Volunteer - Hi Expat, a useful new site, has a list of places where you can volunteer. Hopefully, he will be adding to that list.Go read up.Wed, 28 Apr 2010, 02:08 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- 2S2 Wonju in April.2S2 Wonju in April. - Thu, 8 Apr 2010, 05:17 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- 2S2 Anguk: Donating Blood and a Photo Show2S2 Anguk: Donating Blood and a Photo Show - OK, readers. Here's the news for our blood donation trip:(Facebook event page here)1. 2S2 Anguk will need to split into two groups: one group will go to donate blood, but those of us who don't meet th…Wed, 7 Apr 2010, 07:12 PM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
- Special 2S2: Bilingual Korean/English speaker neededSpecial 2S2: Bilingual Korean/English speaker needed - Hey there. You've probably heard about this guy: There's a Korean student, about 19 years old, who's suffering from lymphoma, a kind of blood cancer. There's a page for him on Facebook. Basically, he…Tue, 6 Apr 2010, 07:43 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
Ask a Korean Studies Librarian
- 2월 교체2월 교체 - 안녕하세요. AskKorea 2월은 제가 담당이네요. 1월에 수고해 주신 김하나 선생님께 감사드립니다. 다음달 컨소시엄 회의때 듀크대학과 프린스턴 대학의 두분 사서님의 참여 시기(회의후 바로, 4월, 7월??)에 대해 논의하고 담당 달을 정하면 될 것 같습니다. (두…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 09:42 AM // groups.google.com
- RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] Looking for a downloadable version of the Tripitaka KoreanaRE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] Looking for a downloadable version of the Tripitaka Koreana - Dear Jeff, I have inquired about your question to the National Library of Korea and here is their answer: 문화재청 홈페이지에서 3컷의 팔만대장경 이미지 다운로드가 가능합니다. (3 images of the Tripitaka Koreana are downloadable on…Fri, 13 Jan 2012, 06:36 AM // groups.google.com
- RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea?RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea? - Hi Ahreum, The National Library of Korea has informed me that the Korea Development Institute (KDI, 한국개발연구원) website may be a good source for you to check out. Hope this helps, Hana ... Hana Kim, Kore…Fri, 13 Jan 2012, 06:26 AM // groups.google.com
- RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea?RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea? - Hi Ahreum, I've forwarded your question to the National Library of Korea and asked them to provide me with any good resources for your research. I'll let you know as soon as I hear from them. Thank yo…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 09:52 AM // groups.google.com
- RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea?RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea? - Hi Ahreum, You may want to try the following websites with the previous similar search strategies : 여성가족부 [link] 보건복지부 [link] 국민연금[link] Please try these websites first while I try to find more inform…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 06:51 AM // groups.google.com
- RE: KORMARC and US MARCRE: KORMARC and US MARC - Dear Ms Erica Chang, Thank you very much for your detailed explanations of the options for using Marc records from Korea. Your information on using MarcEdit provided me with the necessary hint. Probab…Tue, 10 Jan 2012, 11:03 AM // groups.google.com
- KOSSDA 관련 문의--Re: RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea?KOSSDA 관련 문의--Re: RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea? - 이인정 과장님, 새해 복 많이 받으시기 바랍니다! KOSSDA 사용 관련 질문을 전달해 드리니 도와주시면 감사하겠습니다. Joy Kim Curator, Korean Heritage Library East Asian Library University of Southern California University Park Los Angeles, CA90089-1…Sun, 8 Jan 2012, 08:55 PM // groups.google.com
- Re: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] 1월달 김하나 선생님Re: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] 1월달 김하나 선생님 - ��ȿ�� �����, �� ���? ������, �����մϴ�. 2011� �����߰�, ���� 2012� ���? ���ֽðڱ���. 4���� Joy Kim ssn�� 7���� ���� ���� �ٲپ���ϴ�. ������ֽñ� �ٶ�ϴ�.…Fri, 6 Jan 2012, 12:45 PM // groups.google.com
- Re: RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea?Re: RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] How can I find survey data done in Korea? - Have you tried KOSSDA? I am not too familiar with it, but it may be worth trying. It is provided freely to overseas scholars, thanks to the Korea Foundation's sponsorship. Please find the 사회과학자료서비스 at…Fri, 6 Jan 2012, 11:29 AM // groups.google.com
- RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] Looking for a downloadable version of the Tripitaka KoreanaRE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] Looking for a downloadable version of the Tripitaka Koreana - Hello, I have serached, but it seems that the only available electronic source for you would be CD-ROM P'alman Taejanggyong, a CD-ROM version of the text you want, which is only held by the Harvard-Ye…Fri, 6 Jan 2012, 11:05 AM // groups.google.com
ATEK
- FRONTPAGE CENTERFRONTPAGE CENTER - [fpleading url=/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=214&Itemid=114 img=images/stories/latest1.jpg label=Full Story vlabel=Discuss vurl=/index.php?option=com_agora&task=topic&id=50&Itemid=112…Tue, 21 Apr 2009, 12:56 PM // atek.or.kr
Bitacora Kimchi
- Como consegui mi beca en Corea del Sur.Como consegui mi beca en Corea del Sur. - Hola a tod@s. He decidido escribir este post debido a la cantidad enorme de comentarios que he recibido preguntandome respecto al tema. Debo recalcar que en este artículo quiero dar a conocer como fue…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 08:01 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Las Reinas de Carrera en CoreaLas Reinas de Carrera en Corea - Este es un post que atraerá la atención de los chicos más que las chicas. Estoy viendo el drama coreano llamado “Iris” un drama de espionaje y el más caro en la historia de los dramas (17 millones de…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 12:21 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Año nuevo lunar con amigos de claseAño nuevo lunar con amigos de clase - El domingo pasado, nuestra maestra de clase nos invitó a su casa, que esta localizada a unos 20 minutos afuera de Seúl, en una ciudad llamada Ilsan. La idea era de que cada uno de nosotros cocinaramos…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 04:02 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Documental: Corea del Sur, una nación para mirar.Documental: Corea del Sur, una nación para mirar. - Hola, Navegando por la internet para publicar algo interesante y de cultura moderna que cualquier amante de Corea debe de saber, encontré un video documental del canal History Channel, en donde habla…Sun, 15 Jan 2012, 08:17 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Navidad en Corea 2011Navidad en Corea 2011 - Hola a todos, Aunque en nuestros países latinos es todavía 23 ó temprano del 24, aquí ya estoy enmedio de la noche buena. Desgraciadamente en Corea, no se celebra la navidad como la celebramos en nues…Sat, 24 Dec 2011, 12:58 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Lider Nor coreano Kim Jong Il muere al fin!Lider Nor coreano Kim Jong Il muere al fin! - Este diciembre 19, la televisión de Corea del Norte reportó que el líder Kim Jong Il ha pasado a buena vida (otra más? ). Bajo una lluvia de lagrimas, la reportera nor coreana anunció que Kim Jong…Sun, 18 Dec 2011, 08:03 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Naver con diccionario Coreano – EspañolNaver con diccionario Coreano – Español - Hola a tod@s, El buscado más grande de Corea, “Naver” ha construído un nuevo portal-diccionario de coreano y español para todo aquel que quiere utilizarlo, coreanos ó cualquiera otro que quiera aprend…Sun, 11 Dec 2011, 06:15 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Diá de las brujas en HondaeDiá de las brujas en Hondae - Hola a todos y feliz diá de brujas! (adelantado). No solo adelantado de la fecha porque cayó en muy mal día pero también porque aquí en Corea ya lo celebramos como Dios manda (si encontrás la ironía,…Sun, 30 Oct 2011, 05:18 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Caminando por Sincheon (video)Caminando por Sincheon (video) - Hace unos días, una amiga coreana mía se fue a los Estados Unidos a pasear, así que con otras amigas decidimos ir cenar como despedida. Shincheon está a unos 45 minutos de Sinchon, en donde yo vivo, y…Sun, 23 Oct 2011, 09:26 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Lotte World: El parque bajo techo más grande del mundo.Lotte World: El parque bajo techo más grande del mundo. - Lotte World (롯데월드) ó el mundo de lotte es un complejo de recreación en Seúl, Corea del Sur. Consiste en el parque bajo techo del mundo (Record Guiness) el cual esta abierto todo el año y otro más en e…Tue, 11 Oct 2011, 12:23 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
ChattahBox
- Online news portals get credibility boost from trusted sourcesOnline news portals get credibility boost from trusted sources - People who read news on the web tend to trust the gate even if there is no gatekeeper, according to Penn State researchers. When readers access a story from a credible news source they trust through a…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 02:30 PM // chattahbox.com
- Down to the wire for silicon: Researchers create a wire 4 atoms wide, 1 atom tallDown to the wire for silicon: Researchers create a wire 4 atoms wide, 1 atom tall - The smallest wires ever developed in silicon – just one atom tall and four atoms wide – have been shown by a team of researchers from the University of New South Wales, Melbourne University and Purdue…Fri, 6 Jan 2012, 10:23 AM // chattahbox.com
- Lack of compensation for human egg donors could stall recent breakthroughs in stem cell researchLack of compensation for human egg donors could stall recent breakthroughs in stem cell research - Women donating their eggs for use in fertility clinics are typically financially compensated for the time and discomfort involved in the procedure. However, guidelines established by the National Acad…Wed, 5 Oct 2011, 01:16 PM // chattahbox.com
- New analysis suggests Civil War took bigger toll than previously estimatedNew analysis suggests Civil War took bigger toll than previously estimated - The Civil War – already considered the deadliest conflict in American history – in fact took a toll far more severe than previously estimated. That’s what a new analysis of census data by Binghamton U…Wed, 21 Sep 2011, 01:39 PM // chattahbox.com
- Exotic galaxy reveals tantalizing taleExotic galaxy reveals tantalizing tale - A galaxy with a combination of characteristics never seen before is giving astronomers a tantalizing peek at processes they believe played key roles in the growth of galaxies and clusters of galaxies…Fri, 26 Aug 2011, 02:40 AM // chattahbox.com
- Hybrid solar system makes rooftop hydrogenHybrid solar system makes rooftop hydrogen - While roofs across the world sport photovoltaic solar panels to convert sunlight into electricity, a Duke University engineer believes a novel hybrid system can wring even more useful energy out of th…Tue, 9 Aug 2011, 11:15 AM // chattahbox.com
- Dealing with the cyberworld’s dark sideDealing with the cyberworld’s dark side - People who are cyberstalked or harassed online experience higher levels of stress and trauma than people who are stalked or harassed in person, according to a presentation at the American Psychologica…Sun, 7 Aug 2011, 07:39 AM // chattahbox.com
- Players Champion KJ Choi Will Donate $200K To Victims Of US TornadoesPlayers Champion KJ Choi Will Donate $200K To Victims Of US Tornadoes - (ChatttahBox News) – Count me as a fan! South Korean golfer KJ Choi has pledged to donate $200,000 of his earnings from his victory at last week’s Players Championship to help victims of the tornadoe…Wed, 18 May 2011, 03:16 PM // chattahbox.com
- Fed to Maine Gov. LePage: Return Labor Mural or Pay Us Back $60KFed to Maine Gov. LePage: Return Labor Mural or Pay Us Back $60K - (ChattahBox Political News)—Right now, to paraphrase Maine’s tea party guv Paul LePage (R), his opponents, and they are increasing by the hour, are pointing and laughing at their idiot governor. When…Tue, 5 Apr 2011, 09:32 AM // chattahbox.com
- Maine Tea Party Guv Hides Commie Labor Mural in Undisclosed LocationMaine Tea Party Guv Hides Commie Labor Mural in Undisclosed Location - (ChattahBox Political News)— And the kookery beat goes on. While Wisconsin’s tea party governor is busy thumbing his nose at a so-called “leftist” judge who’s terrorizing Republicans by shopping “at o…Thu, 31 Mar 2011, 04:25 PM // chattahbox.com
Current
- South Korean artist arrested for re-tweeting North Korean tweetsSouth Korean artist arrested for re-tweeting North Korean tweets - Park Jung-geun is a 23-year old who makes a living taking pictures of babies. Now he stands accused of “acts that benefit the enemy” — a vague term that the South Korean government uses to arrest peo…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 10:45 AM // feeds.current.com
- Sanctions v. negotiations on IranSanctions v. negotiations on Iran - (updated below – Update II) One of the most significant foreign policy controversies of the 2008 presidential election centered around Barack Obama’s pledge ”to meet separately, without precondition”…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 07:35 PM // feeds.current.com
- Jan 27, 2012 ROK drills near sea border with DPRKJan 27, 2012 ROK drills near sea border with DPRK - South Korea has conducted live-fire drills near a tense sea border with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. This is the first such exercise by the country since DPRK leader Kim Jong-Il's death…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 12:28 PM // feeds.current.com
- Korean Reunification - would it weaken or superpower the south?Korean Reunification - would it weaken or superpower the south? - author is optimistic that the reunifying the peninsula would be beneficial to all Koreans. The South pulled itself up from poverty to prosperity; it could also withstand the economic burden of absorb…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 05:38 AM // feeds.current.com
- US Making Powerful Bomb To Hit IranUS Making Powerful Bomb To Hit Iran - US making powerful bomb to hit Iran: Report Big News Network.com (IANS) Saturday 28th January, 2012 The Pentagon has stepped up efforts to make a bomb capable of destroying Iran's most heavily fortif…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 12:26 PM // feeds.current.com
- ACTA of War: Cyber attacks & street protests over censorship billACTA of War: Cyber attacks & street protests over censorship bill - There’s swelling anger in Poland over the country signing up with others to a global anti-piracy pact. Critics say the deal is as bad, if not worse, than America’s planned laws, which were shelved wh…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 08:08 AM // feeds.current.com
- Regional CyberWar: North Korea vs. South KoreaRegional CyberWar: North Korea vs. South Korea - Cyberwar is heating up at the 38th parallel, with both nations fully-trained in this most-modern form of weaponry. added by: googygood 3 commentsThu, 26 Jan 2012, 05:25 AM // feeds.current.com
- State Of The Union Address Highlights The Dirty Trick Of Hiding More Draconian IP Rules In 'Trade Agreements'State Of The Union Address Highlights The Dirty Trick Of Hiding More Draconian IP Rules In 'Trade Agreements' - As we've been discussing, it's great that the anti-SOPA/PIPA protests have awakened many to the horrors of ACTA. It seems that this may also help people finally learn about the nefarious practice of…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 07:20 PM // feeds.current.com
- Dems fear union cash drain in WisconsinDems fear union cash drain in Wisconsin - Organized labor’s plans to spend heavily to recall Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker (R) has sparked angst on the left that the effort will come at the expense of Democrats in other states. The funding dis…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 12:16 PM // feeds.current.com
- Netanyahu uses 'the Holocaust' to justify action against IranNetanyahu uses 'the Holocaust' to justify action against Iran - Posing a rhetorical question, Netanyahu asked how does the world react to the calls for genocide against the Jews today? Seventy years after the shoa, Iran is calling for us to be wiped off the map,…Tue, 24 Jan 2012, 08:16 AM // feeds.current.com
Indian in Korea
- Korean Behaviors and HabitsKorean Behaviors and Habits - Every culture have its own type of habits and behaviors that may seem “funny” or “different” to foreigners. Although I may not be a foreigner, I have been living abroad long enough to recognize Korean…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 10:44 PM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Regional Sales Manager at Meru Networks – KoreaRegional Sales Manager at Meru Networks – Korea - Meru Networks develops and markets wireless LAN infrastructure solutions that use virtualization to deliver pervasive, high-fidelity wireless service for business-critical voice, video and data applic…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 10:16 PM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Senior Systems Engineer at Serco NA, Yongsan, Seoul, KoreaSenior Systems Engineer at Serco NA, Yongsan, Seoul, Korea - Serco Inc. is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc, one of the world’s leading and most admired service companies. We improve services by managing people, processes, technology and assets more ef…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 10:04 PM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Implementation Manager – EDC at Medidata Solutions, KoreaImplementation Manager – EDC at Medidata Solutions, Korea - Medidata Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Medidata Solutions Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color,…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 09:56 PM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Photography Spots in Korea – Series V – Jinju Namgang Lantern FestivalPhotography Spots in Korea – Series V – Jinju Namgang Lantern Festival - The fifth in our series on Photography Spots in Korea, we will experience the magnificient yet humble, Yudeung Lantern Festival on the banks of Namgang river through the lenses of James Manuel from Ke…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 11:35 PM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Photography Spots in Korea – Series IV – Korea, the true haven for photographyPhotography Spots in Korea – Series IV – Korea, the true haven for photography - The fourth in our series on Photography Spots in Korea, we will uncover the true beauty of South Korea through the photographic eyes of Tarun Chopra from India. Tarun will take us through Jeju, Gyeong…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 09:44 AM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Making Your Home Your Home in KoreaMaking Your Home Your Home in Korea - Especially for those arriving in Korea for the first time, 3 things become quite clear very quickly: In order to get the most out of your experience, a sense of adventure is essential The number of un…Fri, 27 Jan 2012, 08:35 AM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Teacher of English – Seoul British Council at Jongro-gu, Seoul, KoreaTeacher of English – Seoul British Council at Jongro-gu, Seoul, Korea - We are the United Kingdom’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities. We build engagement and trust for the UK through the exchange of knowledge and ideas betwee…Sat, 21 Jan 2012, 04:01 AM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Application Engineer for Power Electronics at Dow Corning, KoreaApplication Engineer for Power Electronics at Dow Corning, Korea - We are innovative leaders, unleashing the power of silicon to benefit everyone, everywhere. From our pioneering role in the development and commercialization of silicones, Dow Corning has grown to bec…Sat, 21 Jan 2012, 03:56 AM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
- Carrier Account Manager at INTTRA, KoreaCarrier Account Manager at INTTRA, Korea - Headquartered in New Jersey, INTTRA has over 300 professionals located in fourteen countries. As the largest multi-carrier e-commerce platform for the ocean shipping Industry, INTTRA enables shippers,…Sat, 21 Jan 2012, 03:48 AM // indianinkorea.wordpress.com
Discovering Korea
- Seoul’s Dongmyo ShrineSeoul’s Dongmyo Shrine - Dongmyo, or the Eastern Shrine, was built in 1599 to honor Guan Yu, a 3rd century Chinese general whose spirit is said to have helped Korean soldiers repel Japanese invaders in the 16th century.Thu, 7 Jul 2011, 04:07 PM // discoveringkorea.com
- Insa-dong’s Cheerful Ssazmie-gilInsa-dong’s Cheerful Ssazmie-gil - Among my favorite places in Insa-dong is Ssamzie-gil. While I've briefly covered the shopping/arts complex, this time let's take a closer look at the multi-level art, culture and retail destination.Tue, 5 Jul 2011, 06:09 PM // discoveringkorea.com
- Makgeolli’s Rice Wine RenaissanceMakgeolli’s Rice Wine Renaissance - After decades out of favor, Korea's oldest liquor, the delicious rice wine makgeolli, is enjoying a robust comeback at a bar or restaurant near you!Mon, 4 Apr 2011, 04:12 AM // discoveringkorea.com
- Jinhae’s Naval Port Festival 2011!Jinhae’s Naval Port Festival 2011! - Korea's biggest spring flower fete is nearly upon us! Starting on April 1st, the charming town of Jinhae on Korea's southern coast will welcome an estimate 2.5 million people to view its beautiful che…Sun, 27 Mar 2011, 05:52 PM // discoveringkorea.com
- Korea’s Spring Flower Festivals 2011!Korea’s Spring Flower Festivals 2011! - Korea's spring flower festivals are about to get underway! The next few weeks may be your only opportunity to see the peninsula's beautiful flowering dogwoods, apricots and cherry trees.Thu, 3 Mar 2011, 07:28 AM // discoveringkorea.com
- Central Temple of CheondogyoCentral Temple of Cheondogyo - Cheondoism is one of Korea's most significant 20th century religions. Located on the edge of Insa-dong is the Central Temple of Cheondogyo. Built of red brick and granite in 1921, it was considered am…Mon, 28 Feb 2011, 06:48 PM // discoveringkorea.com
- Seoul’s Digital Media CitySeoul’s Digital Media City - The Digital Media City is a state-of-the-art media entertainment cluster envisioned as a way to expand Korea's advanced IT, human resources and entertainment industries.Sat, 26 Feb 2011, 06:57 AM // discoveringkorea.com
- Welcoming the Year of the RabbitWelcoming the Year of the Rabbit - This year, February 3rd marks Seollal, or the lunar New Year and the start of the Year of the Rabbit. As we look ahead, what can Korean folklore tell us about what to expect of the quiet, quick and cl…Tue, 1 Feb 2011, 05:14 PM // discoveringkorea.com
- Seoul’s Kwangjang Public MarketSeoul’s Kwangjang Public Market - Started back in 1905, Kwangjang Market is Seoul's oldest traditional daily marketplace. Stop by to visit some of the 5,000 vendors justly famous for their fine silks and delicious bindaetteok pancakes…Sat, 22 Jan 2011, 09:30 PM // discoveringkorea.com
- Changdeokgung Palace’s Prospering VirtueChangdeokgung Palace’s Prospering Virtue - Changdeokgung is considered by many to be Seoul's most beautiful palace. Completed in 1412, the Palace of Prospering Virtue was home to 13 kings over 270 years.Sat, 11 Dec 2010, 06:02 PM // discoveringkorea.com
Financial Services Commission
- Government’s Support of Regaining CreditGovernment’s Support of Regaining Credit - Regarding regaining credit, since 2008, government has helped 5.39 hundred thousand people to recover their credit. For those who has repaid the loan sincerely, has got the funds for living with low…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 07:30 AM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
- Warning of abusing Credit CardsWarning of abusing Credit Cards - Warning of abusing Credit Cards Status quo, the numbers of cards that are distributed in market increased 11.5% compared to last year. This phenomenon was caused due to cutthroat competition among car…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 06:52 AM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
- Following measure of 7 saving banksFollowing measure of 7 saving banks - Following-up measures of 7 savings banks With a check of management efficiency, FSC decided to put cease and desist order to 7 mutual savings banks which are Jeil, Jeil2, Prime, Daeyeong, Ace, Parangs…Sun, 15 Jan 2012, 05:26 AM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
- Enhancing the protection of rights of financial companies and consumersEnhancing the protection of rights of financial companies and consumers - Enhancing the protection of rights of financial companies and consumers On 12/28/11, FSC decided to enhance the protection of rights of financial companies and consumers in the process of inspection…Sun, 15 Jan 2012, 05:16 AM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
- FSC plans to establish Financial Consumer Protection ActFSC plans to establish Financial Consumer Protection Act - In 2011, several saving banks of Korea had been bankrupted and it shocked Korean society. among these banks, Busan saving banks caused a lot of financial victims. Especially people who had bought subo…Fri, 13 Jan 2012, 09:17 PM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
Horse Racing in Korea
- Heavy Work For Mister Park While Wolsley Trains A TrebleHeavy Work For Mister Park While Wolsley Trains A Treble - Singgeureounachim, Jigeum I Sungan, Cheoneun All Win At Seoul Reigning Horse Of The Year Mister Park made his season-debut at Busan Race Park this afternoon and, despite carrying a restrictive 62Kg on…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 02:34 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- Geumbi Gets The Glory At LastGeumbi Gets The Glory At Last - She was a Stakes runner-up on three occasions last year but today at Seoul Race Park, Geumbi was a Class 1 winner at last. The Segye Ilbo Cup, The Owners’ Trophy and the Gwacheon Mayor’s Cup all ended…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 06:29 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- Weekend Preview: Weighty Task For Mister ParkWeekend Preview: Weighty Task For Mister Park - Magnifique, Geumbi, Jumong In Action At Seoul / Mai Beppu Returns Last season, Mister Park (Ecton Park) broke the record for most consecutive wins in Korean racing history. It was a sensational streak…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 12:23 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- Ace Galloper Does His JobAce Galloper Does His Job - Dangdae Bulpae Beaten / Sad sub-plot to Seoul’s Feature Four horses came into Sunday’s feature races at Seoul and Busan with high expectations. Only one could live up to them. At Busan, both Dangdae B…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 08:31 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- Too Smart By FarToo Smart By Far - Smarty Moonhak Beats Dongbanui Gangja By Ten Lengths He announced his arrival by winning the Turkey Jockey Club Trophy before going on to stun Korean racing fans by not only becoming the first two-yea…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 02:45 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- 60/1 Deep Desire Gives Joe Murphy Unlikely First Winner Of 201260/1 Deep Desire Gives Joe Murphy Unlikely First Winner Of 2012 - A fortnight ago, it took a 50/1 winner to get Aussie Peter Wolsley off the mark for 2012. Today it was the turn of the only other foreign trainer in Korea, American Joe Murphy, to get his first of the…Fri, 27 Jan 2012, 07:23 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- Weekend Preview: The Big Boys Are BackWeekend Preview: The Big Boys Are Back - Smarty Moonhak vs Dongbanui Gangja vs Larrycat, Dangdae Bulpae vs Yeonseung Daero & Ace Galloper vs Top Point A very Happy Year Of The Dragon to all punters out there. Gyongmaman spent the break “watc…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 11:45 PM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- Retiring Cheonnyeon Daero Honoured At BusanRetiring Cheonnyeon Daero Honoured At Busan - Derby Winner Was Chief Rival To Dangdae Bulpae Cheonnyeon Daero, winner of the 2010 Korean Derby, was honoured with a retirement ceremony at Busan Race Park this afternoon. Such a ceremony is a rare o…Sun, 15 Jan 2012, 03:35 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- Top Sire Menifee Undergoes SurgeryTop Sire Menifee Undergoes Surgery - The Korea Racing Authority (KRA) has announced that Menifee, one of the star Stallions of the Korean breeding program, underwent a two-hour operation on January 12 and had two stones removed from his…Sat, 14 Jan 2012, 04:03 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
- Weekend PreviewWeekend Preview - Busan Race Park gets its season underway on Friday as all three tracks in Korea run a program this weekend before all three take an immediate break for Lunar New Year. And it’s at Busan where the bigg…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 02:24 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
Jeju Weekly
- Celebrate spring at the Tamna Ipchun Gut NoriCelebrate spring at the Tamna Ipchun Gut Nori - This year, uncharacteristically the symbolic cow wasn't the center of people's attention. Instead, there was a statue of a young goddess of agriculture, called Jachungbi. According to the city of…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 04:13 PM // jejuweekly.com
- Santa Rosa celebrates with sister city JejuSanta Rosa celebrates with sister city Jeju - Snoopy was chosen for Santa Rosa's first gift to Jeju because of its iconic place in American popular culture and its creator Charles Schultz' longtime residence in the city. Approved by the Schu…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 10:31 AM // jejuweekly.com
- Jeju United leadership aims for '3 plenties' in 2012 seasonJeju United leadership aims for '3 plenties' in 2012 season - This has been his philosophy since he became Uniteds head coach and believes the fans can expect much from this seasons squad. We should be within the top eight, Park said. No one expects Jeju to…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 03:26 PM // jejuweekly.com
- [Photo Essay] Snowy Jeju[Photo Essay] Snowy Jeju - Islanders have braced for bad weather over the next few days. Photographer Douglas MacDonald stepped out into the cold of the City Hall area of Jeju City late last night to capture a black and wh…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 11:35 AM // jejuweekly.com
- Snow set to blanket island until weekendSnow set to blanket island until weekend - Along the coast 3 to 8 centimeters of snow are forecast, while on and around Mt. Halla, from 10 to 30 centimeters are predicted. Some locations may even see 50 centimeters...Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 02:20 PM // jejuweekly.com
- 3rd International Jeju Photo Contest winners announced3rd International Jeju Photo Contest winners announced - This year, there was an increase in non-Korean photographers participating in the competition accounting for a total of 225 pictures by foreigners from 16 different countries, with seven of the p…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 01:49 PM // jejuweekly.com
- Jeju divers to receive 2.3 billion won in assistanceJeju divers to receive 2.3 billion won in assistance - Jeju City will invest 1.7 billion won to repair changing rooms on the island, and 264 million won to supplement their management expenses. Some of that money will also go towards paying for new d…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 12:23 PM // jejuweekly.com
- Underwater electric transmission cable between Jeju and Jindo to be completed this AprilUnderwater electric transmission cable between Jeju and Jindo to be completed this April - The HDVC will be composed of two power transmission cables. This system will allow for the constant transfer of power for if one cable is not working properly, the other will be utilized. Also, t…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 11:40 AM // jejuweekly.com
- Community CalendarCommunity Calendar - Exhibitions ...Fri, 20 Jan 2012, 04:38 PM // jejuweekly.com
- Through the lensThrough the lens - A winter vista of Jeju volcanic cones (oreum). Photo by Douglas MacDonald (Flickr.com/photos/dmacs_photos)Fri, 20 Jan 2012, 04:29 PM // jejuweekly.com
Jeonju Hub
- TheJeonjuHub: AWESOME. I want one! http://t.co/qshbMVKtTheJeonjuHub: AWESOME. I want one! http://t.co/qshbMVKt - TheJeonjuHub: AWESOME. I want one! http://t.co/qshbMVKtMon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:26 AM // twitter.com

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Kimchi Mamas
- Call for Submissions at KoreanAmericanStory.orgCall for Submissions at KoreanAmericanStory.org - Do you or your family members have stories to share for an anthology devoted to the Korean immigrant experience in the 70's and 80's? If so, please consider submitting it for publication at KoreanAmer…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 06:26 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Kimchi Mama Honor Roll: Hee Jun Han on "American Idol"Kimchi Mama Honor Roll: Hee Jun Han on "American Idol" - American Idol featured a Korean American contestant yesterday named Hee Jun Han. With the goofy music playing in the background, the extended interview, and the overenthusiasm, I didn't know what to e…Fri, 20 Jan 2012, 12:00 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- The Korean Man's AngerThe Korean Man's Anger - By now you've probably heard or read about Pinkberry co-founder, Young Lee, attacking a homeless man with a tire iron. When I was reading some of the details of what happened, and also accounts of his…Thu, 19 Jan 2012, 10:06 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Happy New YearHappy New Year - It's the Solar New Year! I hope everyone had a restful time off and spent lots of time enjoying their families... although I gotta say that taking care of both kids all day is way harder than being at…Thu, 5 Jan 2012, 09:48 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Houston, We Have a Problem...and a ConfessionHouston, We Have a Problem...and a Confession - To my beloved Kimchi Mamas, Please do me and our community a favor by reading this short article on self-harm and violence in the Korean American community I know this seems like a big bummer to post…Fri, 23 Dec 2011, 11:02 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Kim Jong Il is DeadKim Jong Il is Dead - By now most of you probably heard that Kim Jong Il is dead at the age of 69. I saw some footages of North Koreans mourning via a Reuters video and to me, they just looked like people faking it. After…Mon, 19 Dec 2011, 09:52 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Best of the WorstBest of the Worst - What's the worst thing your mom or dad has ever said to you? My dad told me yesterday that he shows his love to me by yelling at me. Um... no thank you please? Do your parents show you how much they l…Tue, 13 Dec 2011, 11:00 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- As promised....Giveaway results.As promised....Giveaway results. - But first, what did Weeny Beeny sell? A lot of you were right! It's a Candy shop. I think they do specialize in jelly beans but they have a whole bunch of other candies too and it's selft serve, kind…Wed, 7 Dec 2011, 02:31 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- How Do White Supremacists View Asians?How Do White Supremacists View Asians? - Koji Steven Sakai at 8Asians.com did what many of us do not dare to do: he lurked on white supremacist discussion boards in order to see what they though of Asian people. Sakai reported back that the…Tue, 6 Dec 2011, 03:31 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Queen of HousewivesQueen of Housewives - I am currently totally addicted to just finished a Korean drama series called Queen of Housewives. It's on Hulu. My efforts to watch less TV is totally out the window. Anyway, I liked it because it's…Sun, 4 Dec 2011, 09:59 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
KISS Korea Salsa Social
- Video posted by isabelVideo posted by isabel - Video posted by isabelAloha Kim's Zumba ClassAloha Kim's Zumba Class Korea,Seoul in Iteawon. at Club America LatinaSun, 5 Feb 2012, 11:07 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com

- Video posted by isabelVideo posted by isabel - Video posted by isabelGreg Pena Salsa Band LiveGreg Pena Salsa Band Live 02 Korea,Seoul in Iteawon. at Club America LatinaSat, 4 Feb 2012, 11:01 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
- Event updated by isabelEvent updated by isabel - Event updated by isabelAlex's Bachata & Salsa Class (Thursday & Friday) at Club America LatinaFebruary 2, 2012 at 8pm to February 24, 2012 at 10pmAlex's Bachata Class (Thursday)February :2th,9th,16th,…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 12:12 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
- Event posted by isabelEvent posted by isabel - Event posted by isabelValentine's Party with Greg Pena Band Live at Club America LatinaFebruary 18, 2012 at 9pm to February 19, 2012 at 1:30pm Dress in your favorite RED and / or BLACK outfits to cele…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 12:00 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
- isabel commented on isabel's videoisabel commented on isabel's video - isabel commented on isabel's videoSam's Salsa Lesson 02Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 10:22 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
- Video posted by isabelVideo posted by isabel - Video posted by isabelSam's Salsa Lesson 02Korea.Seoul in Iteawon at Club America Latina Sam's Salsa Lesson (Sunday) 02Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 10:20 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
- Events posted by isabelEvents posted by isabel - Events posted by isabelKim Bal Lee's Zumba Class (Tuesday & Sunday)February 5, 2012 at 5:30pm to February 28, 2012 at 9pmNirvana Salsa Class (Wednesday)February 1, 2012 at 8pm to February 29, 2012 at…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 10:08 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
- Salsa Sam commented on Salsa Sam's event 'Sabor Aplenty Salsa lessons Sunday @ America Latina'Salsa Sam commented on Salsa Sam's event 'Sabor Aplenty Salsa lessons Sunday @ America Latina' - Salsa Sam commented on Salsa Sam's event 'Sabor Aplenty Salsa lessons Sunday @ America Latina'Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 09:45 PM // korealatinandsalsa.com
- Event posted by Salsa SamEvent posted by Salsa Sam - Event posted by Salsa SamSabor Aplenty Salsa lessons Sunday @ America Latina at America Latina in Itaewon.February 5, 2012 at 7pm to March 25, 2012 at 10pmHello everyone, “Sabor aplenty” Salsa lessons…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 09:43 PM // korealatinandsalsa.com
- Dhinesh Kumar and Jay Lee joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa SocialDhinesh Kumar and Jay Lee joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social - Dhinesh Kumar and Jay Lee joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa SocialWed, 25 Jan 2012, 09:07 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
Korea 4 Expats
- Korea Food Culture Program - A Window Into the Korean CultureKorea Food Culture Program - A Window Into the Korean Culture - Korean culture is quite unique, especially in its approach to food. Food seems to permeate every aspect of life. If you have watched a Korean drama or movie you have surely noticed many scenes in whi…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 12:00 AM // korea4expats.com
- Counterfeit Cuban CrisisCounterfeit Cuban Crisis - How do I know if I’m buying ‘Authentic’ Cuban Cigars? It’s happened to most of us at least once. We’re usually passing through some place we haven’t visited and stumble across a counter humidor or e…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 12:00 AM // korea4expats.com
- Land of the Wasted TalentLand of the Wasted Talent - Outside the kitchen, the talents of half the country's population are woefully underemployed, as Sylvia Ann Hewlett and Laura Sherbin of the Centre for Work-Life Policy, an American think-tank, show…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 04:00 PM // korea4expats.com
- Ringing in the Year of the Black DragonRinging in the Year of the Black Dragon - One of the attractions of life in Korea for many of us are the two New Years we get to celebrate. Korea has two calendar systems, one governed by the Sun and one governed by the Moon, and each of the…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 04:00 PM // korea4expats.com
- Internet Sites Going Dark TomorrowInternet Sites Going Dark Tomorrow - Wikipedia will be joining the blackout planned for Wednesday (Thursday Korean time) to protest the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the Protect IP Act (PIPA), the two (US) Congressional anti-piracy…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 04:00 PM // korea4expats.com
- Seoul Voted Best Business Travel City of 2011Seoul Voted Best Business Travel City of 2011 - The year 2011 was one of major recognition for Seoul as a business events capital with the city receiving the ‘Best BT MICE* City’ award at the 22nd Annual TTG Travel Awards in October. The achieveme…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 04:00 PM // korea4expats.com
- 6 Ways To Build Your Resiliency Skills Abroad6 Ways To Build Your Resiliency Skills Abroad - More and more people are writing about the need for resiliency in expat communities. Human Resource Managers are specifying ‘resilience’ as a new criterion for overseas selection. Schools are bringi…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 04:00 PM // korea4expats.com
- My Life in SongdoMy Life in Songdo - “Did you see that?” I ask my friends while driving to work, as my eyes glance at another tower and high-rise being completed. I have now been living in Songdo-dong, Incheon, South Korea for a year an…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 04:00 PM // korea4expats.com
- Scramble for SuccessScramble for Success - For many (myself included) the happiest times were the carefree days of youth. A time when play spanned from getting up in the morning until the closing of one’s eyes at night. That blissful period o…Mon, 12 Dec 2011, 12:00 AM // korea4expats.com
- Comic Books & Fudge: Writing the Ura's Dream WorkbookComic Books & Fudge: Writing the Ura's Dream Workbook - Some of the dearest memories of my childhood are of Sunday drives with my parents. Although I often hated the driving itself because of terrible bouts of carsickness, the places we would visit usuall…Mon, 12 Dec 2011, 12:00 AM // korea4expats.com
Korea Brand
- Makers – A Place for Foreign Wives to Work, Learn and LaughMakers – A Place for Foreign Wives to Work, Learn and Laugh - Coffee made with a smile Exterior of MakersGreeting you as you walk into Makers, or Dayanghan Gage(다양한 가게: lit. &lsquoDiverse store&rsquo), is the wonderful scent of fair trade coffee in the air. The…Thu, 22 Dec 2011, 11:28 AM // koreabrand.net
- The Complete Convention City, SeoulThe Complete Convention City, Seoul - The Seoul MICE Industry is the Way ForwardThe MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) industry is one of the largest growth industries for our capital and the nation as a whole. It…Mon, 14 Nov 2011, 05:31 PM // koreabrand.net
- Seochon: Seoul's Retro NeighborhoodSeochon: Seoul's Retro Neighborhood - Seoul's Retro Neighborhood, SeochonEvery big city has a few uniquely vibrant areas that outsiders rarely visit until, of course, they become discovered. In Seoul, the area between Gyeongbokgung Palac…Mon, 14 Nov 2011, 11:46 AM // koreabrand.net
- Upo Wetland: The Intertwining of Culture and Nature’s HistoryUpo Wetland: The Intertwining of Culture and Nature’s History - Korea's largest wetland registered in the Ramsar ConventionUpo Wetland (photo source: Korea Tourism Organization)Upo Wetland (also called Sobeol) is the largest natural wetland in Korea, located east…Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 04:31 PM // koreabrand.net
- Elegant and Beautiful Goryeo Buddhist PaintingsElegant and Beautiful Goryeo Buddhist Paintings - Buddhist paintings, the most beautiful paintings in the worldA surprising number of people choose Goryeo Buddhist paintings as the most beautiful type of artwork in the world. A glimpse of Suwol Gwan…Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 04:18 PM // koreabrand.net
- Good Neighbors Leads the Culture of Sharing and Voluntary Work in Korean SocietyGood Neighbors Leads the Culture of Sharing and Voluntary Work in Korean Society - Korea &ndash from being helped to helping othersKorea was once one of the poorest countries in the world, suffering through 36 years of Japanese colonial rule, the national division shortly after lib…Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 03:00 PM // koreabrand.net
- Reinterpretation of Hanbok – From TV Dramas Costumes to Fusion DressesReinterpretation of Hanbok – From TV Dramas Costumes to Fusion Dresses - Hanbok's beautiful curves resemble the lines of nature in Korea Hanbok is Korea's traditional, indigenous clothing. Handmade with fabric dyed using natural materials, hanbok reflects Koreans' sentime…Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 02:54 PM // koreabrand.net
- Where Did “Ppallippalli” Come From?Where Did “Ppallippalli” Come From? - Koreans and ppallippalliI used to not like the words daegang ppalli (meaning quickly though imperfect) because I believed this was not a good way of doing things. But these days, I find myself using…Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 02:23 PM // koreabrand.net
- Beauty of Traditional Korean VillageBeauty of Traditional Korean Village - Model of ideal residential space, traditional Korean villageTraditional Korean villages are, above all, very beautiful. They have also long had what modern people now strongly desire: a close communi…Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 02:12 PM // koreabrand.net
- Why I Play Gugak – Traditional Korean MusicWhy I Play Gugak – Traditional Korean Music - I want to promote gugak to Japanese people.I started to learn how to play the janggo, a traditional Korean hourglass drum, at the age of six. I learned to play the daegeum, a Korean flute, at fifteen…Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 01:25 PM // koreabrand.net
Korea Bridge
- CDI BusanjinCDI Busanjin - TweetAnyone have experience with this school? I currently work for a CDI in Busan but may need to transfer branches in the future and want to know if this is a good one. Thanks much.Log into vote0Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:27 AM // koreabridge.net

- Looking for an improv group - or looking to start oneLooking for an improv group - or looking to start one - TweetMy recent trip back to my hometown (Waterloo, Ontario) made me realize how much I miss improv workshops and shows. A group I was in back home still does weekly shows and workshops, and I never mi…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 08:02 PM // koreabridge.net

- Need E-2 Visa from within KoreaNeed E-2 Visa from within Korea - TweetI need info on getting an E-2 visa from within Korea. Here's the situation:I'm in Korea (visiting) and waiting for my FBI background check to come back before I can work. I have taught here in th…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 10:07 AM // koreabridge.net

- To anyone new in Busan...To anyone new in Busan... - TweetI've only been here for two months but I know my way around the city a little bit. On the weekends I typically go out to the Lzone Cafe in Kyungsung, a great place to meet foreigners and Koreans…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 05:44 AM // koreabridge.net
- Super Bowl PicksSuper Bowl Picks - TweetI was wondering who people thought would win the Superbowl I think it will be New York Giants 27New England 24 What do other people think ? Log into vote0Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 03:55 AM // koreabridge.net
- Can't Update my Apps on my I-phone 4s and Use I-Cloud! Please Help!Can't Update my Apps on my I-phone 4s and Use I-Cloud! Please Help! - TweetI gave my I-phone 3Gs to my daughter. After that, I couldn't update my apps on my I-phone 4s. (1) When I try to update my apps, my old id comes up. But the problem is that I have a new id so when…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 07:34 PM // koreabridge.net
- Dancing role in BusanDancing role in Busan - TweetI am currently living in Jinhae, moving to Busan in 3 weeks - yay!My enquiry is:I have a sister who lives in Australia who is a qualified dance instructor. She owned and operated her own school f…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 03:49 PM // koreabridge.net
- Shipping a car from USA to S. KoreaShipping a car from USA to S. Korea - TweetHi all, Just wondering if anyone has had any experience with shipping a car into S.Korea. I have a few quotes on what it will cost me to get there from the USA but no idea on what the clearance c…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 02:35 PM // koreabridge.net
- LGBTQ Affirming Congregation in KoreaLGBTQ Affirming Congregation in Korea - TweetHello All,I just want to let everyone know about Open Doors Community, an LGBTQ-affirming congregation in Seoul that meets weekly for worship and fellowship. You can visit our website at http://k…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 01:22 AM // koreabridge.net
- Here is a link to an updated list of counselors in SeoulHere is a link to an updated list of counselors in Seoul - TweetHere is a link to an updated list of counselors counsellors psychiatrists and therapists in Seoul:http://www.harpo.ca/counsel.html Log into vote0Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 08:40 AM // koreabridge.net
Korea Business Central
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (January 10, 2012) - Entrepreneurship Lecture in SeoulOn Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (January 10, 2012) - Entrepreneurship Lecture in Seoul - Weekly Digest (January 10, 2012) KBC Members, I watched an amazing video this week that Eun-Shil Park shared on Facebook. Take a look at… Tue, 10 Jan 2012, 03:38 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (January 3, 2012) - Happy New Year Korean StyleOn Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (January 3, 2012) - Happy New Year Korean Style - Weekly Digest (January 3, 2012) KBC Members, Happy New Year! Here's a Korean-style greeting from me to you, with… Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 05:26 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (December 13, 2011) - The Pitfalls of High-Price Tuition - Man, Do I Disagree!!!On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (December 13, 2011) - The Pitfalls of High-Price Tuition - Man, Do I Disagree!!! - Weekly Digest (December 13, 2011) KBC Members, Having arrived back in Texas a few days ago, I'm sending this on Monday, but those of you… Mon, 12 Dec 2011, 01:29 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (December 5, 2011) - "Did Someone Really Say 18 Chicken Restaurants?"On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (December 5, 2011) - "Did Someone Really Say 18 Chicken Restaurants?" - Weekly Digest (December 6, 2011) KBC Members, Did you have chicken this past weekend in Korea? If so, you're not alone. Having nothing… Mon, 5 Dec 2011, 05:38 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (November 29, 2011) - Introduce Yourself and Be Part of HistoryOn Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (November 29, 2011) - Introduce Yourself and Be Part of History - Weekly Digest (November 29, 2011) KBC Members, To exercise or not to exercise? That was the question facing me at five this morning as I… Mon, 28 Nov 2011, 09:57 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- Weekly Digest (November 21, 2011) - I've Got a Riddle for You This WeekWeekly Digest (November 21, 2011) - I've Got a Riddle for You This Week - Weekly Digest (November 20, 2011) Hello, It finally turned cold this week in Korea; I'm so happy about that! And to celebrate, I've got a… Sun, 20 Nov 2011, 09:32 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (November 14, 2011) - Robert Rittenhouse is Our Winner!On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (November 14, 2011) - Robert Rittenhouse is Our Winner! - Weekly Digest (November 14, 2011) KBC Members, After all the excitement of… Sun, 13 Nov 2011, 08:02 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (November 7, 2011) - Win a Fantastic Prize on KBC This Week!On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (November 7, 2011) - Win a Fantastic Prize on KBC This Week! - Weekly Digest (November 7, 2011) KBC Members, It's been several weeks since I've been with it enough to get this newsletter out on a… Sun, 6 Nov 2011, 07:38 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (November 1, 2011) - "It's Korean Business History Week on KBC!"On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (November 1, 2011) - "It's Korean Business History Week on KBC!" - Weekly Digest (November 1, 2011) KBC Members, If you haven't gotten out to see the fall foliage, you're a bit late for the Seoul area,… Mon, 31 Oct 2011, 06:33 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
- On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (October 26, 2011) - "Bona Fide Controversy on KBC - Twice at the Same Time!"On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (October 26, 2011) - "Bona Fide Controversy on KBC - Twice at the Same Time!" - Weekly Digest (October 26, 2011) KBC Members, I got back on Monday afternoon from a weekend at Ssanggye Temple near Chiri Mountain with… Tue, 25 Oct 2011, 10:58 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
Korea Daejeon Mission
- New Link to Sister Furniss' Blog!New Link to Sister Furniss' Blog! - Please bookmark the following address to see the current events in the Daejeon Mission!http://daejeonmissionfurnisss.blogspot.comFri, 27 Aug 2010, 09:49 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
- Last Day/Last Post in KoreaLast Day/Last Post in Korea - Wow! Saying goodbye and letting go is so hard! We have been so grateful and feel so blessed by the amazing experiences of the past three years. So much love to give and receive, so many miracles to wi…Mon, 5 Jul 2010, 07:34 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
- Baptisms!!Baptisms!! - It's been awhile since baptism pictures were posted. I wish I had all that have taken place, but mostly these are the ones that we have attended over the past few months. Attending baptisms and witnes…Tue, 29 Jun 2010, 07:49 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
- Our Last Zone ConferencesOur Last Zone Conferences - West Gwangju ZoneEast Gwangju ZoneJeonju ZoneSisters forever!Happy July birthdays to Elders Thompson, Burton, Brassfield and Sisters Erdenezaya and Lee!District missionaries presented us with a wonder…Tue, 29 Jun 2010, 12:10 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
- Elder Bowcut Live! Practice ClipElder Bowcut Live! Practice Clip - This amazing Elder has been playing the violin since he was three years old! I am so grateful to have heard his beautiful music several times in the last couple of weeks! He and his companion have bee…Mon, 28 Jun 2010, 07:39 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
- Moving FurnitureMoving Furniture - Don't try this at home!! All I could think of was President Hinckley's advice to missionaries at the MTC, Don't do anything stupid!! Thank goodness everything went smoothly and no one was injured!Mon, 28 Jun 2010, 06:57 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
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Korea Insider
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- Law Firms and Notary Publics in KoreaLaw Firms and Notary Publics in Korea - Finding an English speaking lawyer, law firm or a notary public in Seoul is not the easiest task to say the least. If you have some dealings back in your home country that you are trying to handle fro…Mon, 15 Aug 2011, 11:35 PM // koreainsider.com
- Korean teen girls practicing sex movesKorean teen girls practicing sex moves - Some Korean teen girls practicing sex moves for when they have boyfriends or possibly in preparation for when they audition to get into K-pop or to be an actress in Korea. If you think that’s an exagg…Wed, 27 Jul 2011, 06:14 AM // koreainsider.com
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Korea Report
- Korea Enters 2012Korea Enters 2012 - The Korean Peninsula enters 2012 with both sides of Korea in flux. North Korea, with a recent transition of power, will be celebrating the 100th birthday of its founding leader Kim Il Sung in April.…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 10:54 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- North Korea After Kim Jong IlNorth Korea After Kim Jong Il - Wild speculations and conjectures abound in the international circles in the aftermath of the death of Chairman Kim Jong Il of North Korea, whereas the transition of power to Kim Jong Un seems to be…Wed, 21 Dec 2011, 12:30 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- 1000th Continuous Wednesday Protest on "Comfort Women" Issue1000th Continuous Wednesday Protest on "Comfort Women" Issue - Dec. 14, 2011 marked the 1000th Wednesday Protest on behalf of the Korean Comfort Women victims -- the continuous protest every Wednesday, rain or shine, for the past 19 years in front of the Japanese…Fri, 16 Dec 2011, 08:11 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Naggomsu -- The Rise of Alternative Media and Political Activism in South KoreaNaggomsu -- The Rise of Alternative Media and Political Activism in South Korea - Naggomsu -- the phenomenal podcast (internet radio) team that is all the rage in South Korea these days -- is on the U.S. tour. (The photo is the event on Dec.8 in Washington, DC at the Johns Hopkins…Sat, 10 Dec 2011, 10:31 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- A Korean-American Becomes U.S. Ambassador to South KoreaA Korean-American Becomes U.S. Ambassador to South Korea - Sung Kim, a 1.5 generation Korean-American, is the new U.S. ambassador to South Korea (photo showing his family's arrival in Seoul), marking the first time that a Korean-American has taken this post.…Fri, 11 Nov 2011, 10:17 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- A Civic Activist Becomes the Mayor of SeoulA Civic Activist Becomes the Mayor of Seoul - Park Won-soon (second from the right on the photo, with supporters from other opposition party leaders) -- human rights lawyer, pro-democracy activist, and a leader of South Korea's grassroots civil…Wed, 26 Oct 2011, 12:44 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Protesters on Lee Myung-bak's State Visit to the U.S.Protesters on Lee Myung-bak's State Visit to the U.S. - While President Lee Myung-bak of South Korea came to Washington with much fanfare for a state visit, opponents of his policies held a rally during the state dinner; the following is the statement fro…Fri, 14 Oct 2011, 12:24 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- New Film Highlights Korea's Divided/Separated FamiliesNew Film Highlights Korea's Divided/Separated Families - This new documentary film (Divided Families), directed and produced by two Korean-American university students (Jason Ahn, Eugene Chung), screened at the U.S. Senate building on Oct. 4, 2011. It is a…Wed, 5 Oct 2011, 07:02 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
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Korean Blog List
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Korean Class 101
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Korean Culture and Living
- Reading Hangul: A Beginner’s GuideReading Hangul: A Beginner’s Guide - (This is a reprint of an earlier article, with the “How To read Hangeul” part separated out.) Something that will make your life here easier is to learn to read Hangul (written Korean). It’s surprisin…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 11:01 PM // ulsanonline.com
- News Items – 01/18/12News Items – 01/18/12 - Here’s a sampling of the latest news in Korea Information addicts may have a tough day today. As of this writing there are less than six hours before the English portions of the giant online encyclope…Tue, 17 Jan 2012, 04:58 PM // ulsanonline.com
- The Official Voice of North KoreaThe Official Voice of North Korea - Tired of watching Korean TV? Wore out your playstation and all its games? Spent your entire monthly budget on 맥주 과 소주 and now need something else to fill those long winter nights you’ve got? Well, l…Sat, 14 Jan 2012, 04:14 PM // ulsanonline.com
- Bits and Bytes – 1/11/12Bits and Bytes – 1/11/12 - Here are some of the headlines from our little home away from home: First up, in the “what a surprise” category, is the Korea Herald’s article on Multicultural students at risk of being bullied. Given…Tue, 10 Jan 2012, 04:33 PM // ulsanonline.com
- New Year, Round 2New Year, Round 2 - For those of you who had great aspirations of starting off 2012 right – you know, eat healthier, get fit, be nicer, get up before noon even if you start work at 3 – but have had trouble keeping your r…Fri, 6 Jan 2012, 01:56 AM // ulsanonline.com
- News Odds and Ends – 1/5/2012News Odds and Ends – 1/5/2012 - A few newsworthy items from around the country: The new leader of one of the famous “Axis of Evil” countries, Kim Jong-Un has called South Korean president Lee Myung-Bak the “Chieftain of Evil.” Ther…Wed, 4 Jan 2012, 09:10 PM // ulsanonline.com
- A New Map in TownA New Map in Town - Maps are fun. Or they can be a pain in the rear. When Ulsanonline.com was first published our maps were vintage, extraordinarily large, slow to download, and very difficult to keep updated. Some of…Fri, 30 Dec 2011, 06:43 PM // ulsanonline.com
- News from around Korea – 12/272011News from around Korea – 12/272011 - With Christmas over and done with, now is a nice time to reflect on the rest of the news from around the peninsula. First up, is a Christmas related story. The Hankyoreh has a nice picture of the birt…Mon, 26 Dec 2011, 06:00 PM // ulsanonline.com
- On the possible nature of thingsOn the possible nature of things - Support the “Occupy movement” they say. “Why?” might be your question and a reasonable question it is as any question these days is a good one. Humanity has become impotent in its ability to ask the r…Sat, 24 Dec 2011, 07:58 AM // ulsanonline.com
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Korean Football Blog
- What can Arsenal expect from Park Chu-young?What can Arsenal expect from Park Chu-young? - For him to be known as Park Ju-young from now on, for a start. Romanisation of Korean is confusing and overall not very good. His name hasn’t changed, just the way he writes it in Roman letters. The K…Fri, 2 Sep 2011, 12:31 AM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com
- Korea Qualify With 2-2 Draw With NigeriaKorea Qualify With 2-2 Draw With Nigeria - According to BBC television coverage in the build-up to the World Cup Group B match between South Korea and Nigeria, 80% of South Koreans believed they would go through from their tough group. Undoubt…Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 12:19 PM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com
- Notes On EnglandNotes On England - Seeing as I’m English, and there is still a chance South Korea could have to play England in the Quarter Finals of the World Cup, I thought I’d offer some thoughts on their absolutely abysmal start to…Sat, 19 Jun 2010, 10:11 AM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com
- World Cup – The First Two GamesWorld Cup – The First Two Games - Well, it’s about time I chimed in on Korea’s World Cup exploits – I wanted to make sure I actually had something worth saying that wasn’t completely self evident before I wrote a new post on what’s be…Thu, 17 Jun 2010, 05:10 PM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com
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Korean Law Blog
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- IPG Member of International Association of Entertainment LawyersIPG Member of International Association of Entertainment Lawyers - IPG attorney KS Chong is one of the leading lawyers in Entertainment Law in Korea. He represents one of the leading entertainment businesses in Korea and many international artists and... Korean Law…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 12:56 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
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- Political Asylum Granted in U.S. to Former South Korean Intelligence AgentPolitical Asylum Granted in U.S. to Former South Korean Intelligence Agent - A U.S. court has, recently, upheld a decision to grant political asylum to a South Korean former intelligence agent that revealed that the former Korean Dae-Jung KIM Administration paid a USD 500... K…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 07:01 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Tax Exempt Foreign-Denominated Bonds in Korea Coming to an End for Holders with Offices in KoreaTax Exempt Foreign-Denominated Bonds in Korea Coming to an End for Holders with Offices in Korea - Some bad news for the Korean bond market. A law passed in 2011 entitled the Special Tax Treatment Control Law of Korea makes, for many investors, the Korea bond market much less attractive when... Ko…Tue, 24 Jan 2012, 08:13 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Mastering Business in Korea: A Practical Guide by IPG's Senior Commercial AdviserMastering Business in Korea: A Practical Guide by IPG's Senior Commercial Adviser - IPG is proud to, again, recommend a book written by the Tom Coyner a Senior Commercial Adviser for IPG. The following is recommendations from the foreward to Mastering Business in Korea: A... Korean…Sun, 22 Jan 2012, 07:59 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
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- China Rejects North Korea Law on Developing of Two Border IslandsChina Rejects North Korea Law on Developing of Two Border Islands - The tension between North Korea and China is rising. China has rejected a proposal by North Korea to jointly develop two islands on the border of China and North Korea. The islands are at... Korean…Wed, 18 Jan 2012, 02:29 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
Korean Modern Literature in Translation
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- North Korean Literature from 1945-60: An OverviewNorth Korean Literature from 1945-60: An Overview - Commenter Charles (the other) frequently asks about fiction from North Korea, but the simple fact is there is not that much of it. Poking around with Google and Amazon reveals only one novel, Jia: A N…Fri, 20 Jan 2012, 04:14 AM // ktlit.com
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- Review: “The Good People” by Oh Yong-suReview: “The Good People” by Oh Yong-su - The Good People: Korean Stories, is by Oh Yong-su. This book has some overlap with Loess Valley, but this is unlikely to be a problem for most readers as Good People does not seem to exist online, and…Sun, 8 Jan 2012, 09:14 PM // ktlit.com
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- 새해 복 많이 받으세요!새해 복 많이 받으세요! - 새해 복 많이 받으세요!Fri, 30 Dec 2011, 10:26 AM // learnkorean.ning.com
London Korean Links
- Amsterdam’s latest attraction:…Amsterdam’s latest attraction:… - Amsterdam’s latest attraction: a 9-course North Korean meal for $104 at the new Pyongyang Restaurant: http://t.co/6K7QvvWvMon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:34 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com

- Dasepo Naughty Girls: two hours of colourful mayhemDasepo Naughty Girls: two hours of colourful mayhem - The KCC’s E J-yong month is shaping up nicely. This coming Thursday is your chance to see Dasepo Naughty Girls, one of those films which is so difficult to categorise. It’s a completely different film…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 11:00 PM // feeds2.feedburner.com

- Dasepo Naughty Girls features choreography by Ahn Eun-miDasepo Naughty Girls features choreography by Ahn Eun-mi - Watch out for choreography by the amazing Ahn Eun-mi in the song & dance numbers of Dasepo Naughty Girls at the KCC on Thursday http://t.co/IMWsHxGXSun, 5 Feb 2012, 08:59 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com

- 2012 K-Pop Academy: The Application Window is now open2012 K-Pop Academy: The Application Window is now open - You have until 12 February to get in your application form for the Spring Term outing of the KCC’s new K-Pop Academy. Looks like an exciting curriculum for someone who’s just getting to know Korea via…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 06:57 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
- February meeting of the British Korean Women’s SocietyFebruary meeting of the British Korean Women’s Society - Notice of the first informal meeting of the British Korean Women’s Society this year: Monday 13 February 2012 In and Out Club, 4 St James’s Square, London, SW1Y 4JU. The British Korean Women’s Society…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 11:00 PM // feeds2.feedburner.com
- Kim Jong-un’s busy JanuaryKim Jong-un’s busy January - Tea-leaf readers at NKNews.org have an interesting article trying to make sense of Kim Jong-un’s busy calendar in January: http://t.co/o1eJRiJTThu, 2 Feb 2012, 05:28 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
- The revival in Confucian AcademiesThe revival in Confucian Academies - “I came here so Grandpa will scold me less.” Choi Sang-hun talks about a mini-boom in Confucian Academies in S Korea: http://t.co/82ugBn9R (New York Times)Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 05:12 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
- Archaeology study day in CambridgeArchaeology study day in Cambridge - An interesting half day this Saturday, 4 February: Study Day on the Archaeology of Early States on the Korean Peninsula AT THE McDONALD INSTITUTE FOR ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESEARCH UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE SA…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 11:00 PM // feeds2.feedburner.com
- February EventsFebruary Events - Sadly, the big event scheduled for this month, the appearance of StorySeller and Choi Soo Min at a Camden club, has been postponed possibly until later this year. Shame. But looking on the bright side…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 11:00 PM // feeds2.feedburner.com
- Learn about Korean culture through K-popLearn about Korean culture through K-pop - Check out the new K-pop culture academy at the @KCCUK. Get your application in by 15 February. Looks really interesting, and a good example of the new Minister’s K-Culture promotion initiative. http:/…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 02:57 PM // feeds2.feedburner.com
M&A Korea
- Korea Aerospace sale could prove need for clearer M&A guidelinesKorea Aerospace sale could prove need for clearer M&A guidelines - The sale of Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI), which is expected to accelerate next month, could prove a need for clearer M&A guidelines and regulatory standards in the defense industry as there are ma…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 05:32 PM // feeds.feedburner.com

- KDB Financial Group solicits underwriters for IPOKDB Financial Group solicits underwriters for IPO - State-run KDB Financial Group plans to send out a request for proposals (RFPs) to nine domestic and nine global securities firms so they can pitch for an underwriter’s mandate for its planned 1 trilli…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 05:18 PM // feeds.feedburner.com

- KAMCO Begins Procedures in Kyobo Ins. SaleKAMCO Begins Procedures in Kyobo Ins. Sale - According to a recent report from Money Today’s the bell, KAMCO has begun procedures to dispose of its stake in Kyobo Life Insurance. Please see our translation for the details. Korea Asset Management…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 01:17 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Corning and Samsung Mobile Display Form OLED Glass JVCorning and Samsung Mobile Display Form OLED Glass JV - According to a February 2 press release, Samsung Mobile Display Co., Ltd. and Corning Incorporated have signed an agreement to establish a new Korean joint venture to manufacture the glass used in org…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 05:52 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Bidders emerge in Hi-Mart saleBidders emerge in Hi-Mart sale - Retailers are lining up to join the bidding for South Korea electronics chain, Hi-Mart. According to this Reuters report, Shinsegae and GS Retail confirmed their participation via regulatory filings,…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 12:11 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- LG-Hitachi water treatment JV names execs, begins operationsLG-Hitachi water treatment JV names execs, begins operations - The Hitachi-LG water treatment JV announced last summer has come to fruition. According to this press release from LG, the two companies have named Young-ha Lee as CEO and Hidenao Kawai as COO of the…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 06:45 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Korean Venture Capital: 2011 and beyondKorean Venture Capital: 2011 and beyond - You may have read our translation of a recent article by Money Today exploring the trend for Korean VCs to pursue larger investments one would normally associate with private equity. This article from…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 05:35 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- KT-Telekom JV talks are “well progressed”KT-Telekom JV talks are “well progressed” - According to South African tech blog, Tech Central a pre-JV diagnostic review between South Korean telecom KT and South Africa’s Telekom is “well progressed” and that the companies expect to finalise…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 04:23 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Cafe Bene courting global PE for pre-IPO investmentCafe Bene courting global PE for pre-IPO investment - Cafe Bene, Korea’s number one coffee chain has big plans on the horizon. On January 25, they opened their first US location, a large flagship store at 49th Street and Broadway in New York City, and th…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 02:12 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Korean healthcare in 2012: an interview with Citi’s Billy ChoKorean healthcare in 2012: an interview with Citi’s Billy Cho - As the first installment in our ongoing series of interviews, we asked Billy Cho of Citi’s Global Investment Banking unit about his outlook for the coming year in the Korean healthcare M&A market. Te…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 10:58 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
Say Kimchi News
- Spotlight: Gwangju 5/18 National CemeterySpotlight: Gwangju 5/18 National Cemetery - By Britton Inglehart Many people probably don’t think a casual visit to a cemetery is something that they would do on a day off. However, it is something worth doing as it is a beautifully laid out ce…Mon, 9 Jan 2012, 05:52 PM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- How Americans can get Korean driver’s licenseHow Americans can get Korean driver’s license - According to the Korean Driver’s Licensing Agency, if you are staying in Korea for more than 90 days and have registered as a foreigner, you can exchange your U.S. driver’s license for a Korean licens…Fri, 30 Dec 2011, 08:15 PM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- 4-Wheelin’ on Anmyeon Island4-Wheelin’ on Anmyeon Island - By Andrea Galvez Anmyeon-do is an island off the west coast about three hours from Gwangju. It’s known for it’s convenient bridge allowing easy access from the mainland, great seafood, and over 14 bea…Wed, 30 Nov 2011, 08:54 PM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- Winter Festivals in KoreaWinter Festivals in Korea - Information provided by the Korea Tourism Organization December in Korea means Christmas, cold weather (think cute hats and scarves), and last but not least—plenty of winter festivals. Among the Decem…Wed, 30 Nov 2011, 09:02 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- Hit the slopes this winterHit the slopes this winter - By Whit Altizer Let’s face it. Skiing in Korea doesn’t compare to skiing in the Rockies, or Mt. Ruapehu. The conditions are mediocre at best and the skiers are mostly inexperienced. Most weekends you’…Wed, 30 Nov 2011, 08:51 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- Get your Western food fix online at Nice MarketGet your Western food fix online at Nice Market - By Andrea Galvez You know you are no longer in the western world when hearing “macaroni and cheese,” “oatmeal,” and even “Crest toothpaste” starts to make both your mouth water and your eyes mist up.…Wed, 30 Nov 2011, 07:49 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- Street Shooting with Britton InglehartStreet Shooting with Britton Inglehart - One of the awesome things about living in Korea are the temples. They are all over and even though there are many temples around they are never the same. Some of the best ones are the ones that are st…Wed, 30 Nov 2011, 07:45 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- Korea is Awesome (in case you didn’t know)Korea is Awesome (in case you didn’t know) - By Heather Bucurel Do you like listening to the radio? Do you find the radio these days is full of the same 10 songs over and over again, catering to the current pop charts? Want to listen to someth…Wed, 30 Nov 2011, 07:42 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- City hike through JejuCity hike through Jeju - By Andrea Galvez I’m beginning to really hate typhoons. Not because they’re scary or dangerous or unusual. But because they are always messin’ with our plans. Karl and I made a last-minute decision to…Mon, 31 Oct 2011, 12:09 PM // saykimchirecruiting.com
- Restaurant Review: Thai Food in GwangjuRestaurant Review: Thai Food in Gwangju - By Lindsay Nash You probably have heard of this place..the Thai restaurant somewhere on the outskirts of town near the Gwangju Airport. Some have ventured out there, some have even found it, but every…Mon, 31 Oct 2011, 11:30 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
Seen in Jeonju
- Korean Box Office: Feb. 3-5Korean Box Office: Feb. 3-5 - This was a very good week for Korean films. The top five movies in the box office chart were all Korean movies. The new film, Nameless Gangster, bumped everything down at least one place as it took…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 11:05 PM // koreanfilm.org

- Sports in Korean FilmsSports in Korean Films - This weekend the Superbowl is being held in the USA and I, being an American, am supposed to care.. especially since, being from New England, I am expected to care for the Patriots. Well, I don’t care…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 03:15 AM // koreanfilm.org
- New DVDs for the week of Feb. 5-11New DVDs for the week of Feb. 5-11 - Last weekend, you may have noticed that this weekly feature did not appear on this site. That is because there were no new DVDs of Korean films released then. But we are making up for it this week wi…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 09:05 PM // koreanfilm.org
- Head (2011)Head (2011) - When I first heard about the movie Head and saw the cast, I was really excited to see it. Ryu Deok-hwan! Park Ye-jin! Baek Yoon-shik! Oh Dal-soo! I have been a fan of Ryu’s for a while and really like…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 08:15 PM // koreanfilm.org
- Index of Korean Movies, 1970s: Director Jeong In-yeobIndex of Korean Movies, 1970s: Director Jeong In-yeob - Director Jeong In-yeob is perhaps most famous for directing what is recognized as Korea’s first porn film, Madam Aema, but that wouldn’t be until 1982. He started his career in films on the staff of…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 12:24 AM // koreanfilm.org
- The Independent; May 5th, 1896The Independent; May 5th, 1896 - The Independent. vol.1, no. 13 Tuesday, May 5, 1896: In this issue, the English School goes on a picnic and the editor makes an arguement for getting electric lights Brief Notes Tahmage, in a recent…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 12:53 AM // koreanfilm.org
- Trailers for Korean films opening February 2Trailers for Korean films opening February 2 - This Thursday, we have two new Korean movies opening. First up is a gangster film starring two of Korea’s best actors, Choi Min-shik (Oldboy) and Ha Jeong-woo (Yellow Sea). It is directed by Yoon Jong…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 09:03 PM // koreanfilm.org
- Korean Box Office: January 27-29Korean Box Office: January 27-29 - Dancing Queen and Unbowed continue to jockey for position but this time there was a reversal and Unbowed wound up on top. Another Korean film came in a distant third. On its opening weekend, the anima…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 08:49 PM // koreanfilm.org
- My 10 Favorite Films of 2011My 10 Favorite Films of 2011 - Initially, I was not going to do a post about my favorite films of last year. I had returned from travelling after the new year had already begun and felt it was too late. ‘Best of’ posts are more us…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 09:17 PM // koreanfilm.org
- Index of the 1970s: Directors Jeon Woo-yeol -Jeong Hwe-cheolIndex of the 1970s: Directors Jeon Woo-yeol -Jeong Hwe-cheol - In this post, I will finish listing the 1970s creations of three more directors, starting with Jeon Woo-yeol. 1974 would be the last of Jeon’s films. He started his career as an assistant director in…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 07:12 AM // koreanfilm.org
Seoul City Blog
- Inviting foreign volunteers ‘Seoul Quality of Life Monitors’Inviting foreign volunteers ‘Seoul Quality of Life Monitors’ - Inviting Foreign Volunteers for ‘Seoul Quality of Life Monitor’ The Seoul Metropolitan Government is recruiting foreign volunteers who will monitor, report and make policy suggestions in every aspect…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 06:02 PM // seoulcityblog.com
- [Seorae GVC] Korean Modern Literature Class[Seorae GVC] Korean Modern Literature Class - Korean Modern Literature Class The Seorae Global Village Center is offering a special class on Korean modern literature as follows: Subject: 20th Century Korean Literature (translated into English) In…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 04:24 PM // seoulcityblog.com
- Traditional Music Concert “Encountering Tradition”Traditional Music Concert “Encountering Tradition” - The Korea Foundation is presenting a Korean traditioanl music concert under the theme of ‘Encounering Tradition’ as above. The concert is offered for free of charge, and those who are interested in…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 04:38 PM // seoulcityblog.com
- Inviting Foreign Instructors for ‘Neighbors From Afar’Inviting Foreign Instructors for ‘Neighbors From Afar’ - Recruiting Passionate Foreign Instructors for ‘Neighbors From Afar’ Educational program for students to promote global mindset The Seoul Metropolitan Government is inviting foreign instructors who w…Sun, 15 Jan 2012, 04:25 PM // seoulcityblog.com
- Celebrate Lunar New Year with SGCCelebrate Lunar New Year with SGC - Celebrate Lunar New Year with the Seoul Global Center The Seoul Global Center is inviting international residents to a special event to celebrate Seollal, Korean Lunar New Year. Participants will be…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 05:02 PM // seoulcityblog.com
- Korean Language Class at Seoul Global CenterKorean Language Class at Seoul Global Center - Korean Language Classes offered by SGC The Seoul Global Center will open its 1st term of free Korean classes as follows: 1. Course Outline ㅇ Course duration: Monday February 6th ~ Friday April 2…Tue, 3 Jan 2012, 09:22 PM // seoulcityblog.com
- [Seorae GVC] French Wine & Korean Dishes[Seorae GVC] French Wine & Korean Dishes - Special Evening Party French Wine & Korean Dishes Do you like French wine? Or are you interested in Korean Royal cuisine? The Seorae Global Village Center is inviting you to a special party which will…Mon, 2 Jan 2012, 01:54 AM // seoulcityblog.com
- Seoul Family’s Home Invitation Program for ExpatsSeoul Family’s Home Invitation Program for Expats - Inviting Additional Participants to ‘Seoul Family’s Home Invitation Program for Expats’ We are inviting both expats and the locals in Korea to an occasion where they can have an opportunity to bett…Mon, 28 Nov 2011, 09:28 PM // seoulcityblog.com
- [Seorae GVC] Events & Activities[Seorae GVC] Events & Activities - If you would like to participate in these activities, please contact the Seorae Global Village Center at (02) 2155-8949 or email at seorae@sba.seoul.krMon, 21 Nov 2011, 06:43 PM // seoulcityblog.com
- Traditional Socks Making ClassTraditional Socks Making Class - Traditional Socks Making Class For a cultural event in November, the Yeoksam Global Village Center is inviting you to a cultural program of making Beoseon (Korean traditional socks) using the techniqu…Sun, 13 Nov 2011, 05:00 PM // seoulcityblog.com
Seoul Dharma Group
- Vladislav Spasov updated their profileVladislav Spasov updated their profile - Vladislav Spasov updated their profileTue, 23 Aug 2011, 01:26 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
- ami replied to ami's discussion 'Saturday Night Dharma class with a Korean Bhikkuni'ami replied to ami's discussion 'Saturday Night Dharma class with a Korean Bhikkuni' - ami replied to ami's discussion 'Saturday Night Dharma class with a Korean Bhikkuni'Fri, 5 Aug 2011, 10:17 PM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
- Discussion posted by amiDiscussion posted by ami - Discussion posted by amiSaturday Night Dharma class with a Korean BhikkuniBo Kwan Sunim, a Korean Jogye Order Bhikkuni who speaks English more than fluent, runs a Dharma class including sitting medita…Thu, 4 Aug 2011, 06:30 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
- Discussion posted by Brian BarryDiscussion posted by Brian Barry - Discussion posted by Brian BarrySeoul Lotus FestivalTake a break from the stresses of city life by taking in a lotus festival -- in the city! Come and check out the Seoul Lotus Festival July 16-31 at…Mon, 11 Jul 2011, 05:38 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
- Discussion posted by amiDiscussion posted by ami - Discussion posted by amiFree templestay at Jogyesa templeThe abbot of Jogyesa temple, Toh Jin Sunim is offering free temple stay on every Saturday evening to everyone who wants to participate in the p…Tue, 5 Jul 2011, 04:07 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
- Discussion posted by Brian BarryDiscussion posted by Brian Barry - Discussion posted by Brian BarryDongguk U. Looking for English InstructorDongguk University's Foreign Language Center is looking to hire an additional English Instructor beginning with the Fall semest…Tue, 7 Jun 2011, 02:47 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
- Rose Grandson left a comment for Shane ParkerRose Grandson left a comment for Shane Parker - Rose Grandson left a comment for Shane ParkerWed, 1 Jun 2011, 08:47 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
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Socius Daejeon
- The Best and the rest of 2011 Films.The Best and the rest of 2011 Films. - In 2011, we said good bye to Harry Potter and hello to Bridesmaids. We saw films about superheroes fail at the box office and we saw maids show us the way to equality. We saw a silent film at the movi…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 11:37 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

- 2012 Oscar Best Picture Of The Year Movie Reviews2012 Oscar Best Picture Of The Year Movie Reviews - In this article I will review the 9 films that have been nominated for Best Picture of the year, in no particular order and with spoilers. 1. The Artist- I had read a lot of good reviews of the film b…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 11:51 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Movie Review. The Flowers of War (simplified Chinese: 金陵十三钗; traditional Chinese: 金陵十三釵), previously called Nanjing Heroes and 13 Flowers of Nanjing.Movie Review. The Flowers of War (simplified Chinese: 金陵十三钗; traditional Chinese: 金陵十三釵), previously called Nanjing Heroes and 13 Flowers of Nanjing. - The film is based on the novel The 13 Women of Nanjing by Geling Yan, and has been selected as the Chinese entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 84th Academy Awards. As I have said in many p…Thu, 5 Jan 2012, 11:25 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Movie Reviews: War Horse and We Bought a ZooMovie Reviews: War Horse and We Bought a Zoo - As I kept watching the many previews for this film, I couldn’t help but wonder would I actually like this film? After his last 2 films, Tin Tin and Indy 4, I was wondering had the director, Steven Spi…Sat, 31 Dec 2011, 07:25 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Movie Reviews- Mission Impossible-Ghost Protocol, The Sitter, Sherlock Homes 2 and Alvin and the Chipmunks 3.Movie Reviews- Mission Impossible-Ghost Protocol, The Sitter, Sherlock Homes 2 and Alvin and the Chipmunks 3. - Well, the first film on the review list is the one that I wanted to see the most and it was not because of the actor, it was because this was the first live action film for the director, Brad Bird. (I…Mon, 19 Dec 2011, 10:37 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Movie Reviews: Arthur Christmas, The Adventures of Tintin & J. EdgarMovie Reviews: Arthur Christmas, The Adventures of Tintin & J. Edgar - Movie Reviews: Arthur Christmas, The Adventures of Tintin & J. Edgar There are days that I really enjoying to the movies, I really thought a day of these 3 films would be a great day, by the time the…Wed, 7 Dec 2011, 02:15 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Movie Reviews: “The Way” & “The Descendants”Movie Reviews: “The Way” & “The Descendants” - There are days that I actually dread going to the movies because I know that I am going to see a “crap” film and that I will actually try and write a review telling you how bad the film was that I had…Wed, 7 Dec 2011, 12:55 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Christmas Eve DinnerChristmas Eve Dinner - Daejeon DaeHeung Baptist Church Christmas Eve Dinner Saturday, December 24th 6:00 pm Anyone welcome! Turkey to Gingerbread men, Yummy food, Beautiful music, Celebrating Jesus: the Reason for the Seaso…Mon, 5 Dec 2011, 01:02 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Movie Reviews: Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 1, Happy Feet 2 (3D), The MuppetsMovie Reviews: Twilight Breaking Dawn Part 1, Happy Feet 2 (3D), The Muppets - Well, the big film for the week was the new “Twilight” and I was all ready to write a review, in which, I hated the film. Only thing was that I actually liked the film. For those who have followed thi…Wed, 23 Nov 2011, 08:08 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Movie Reviews: Immortals and Jack & JillMovie Reviews: Immortals and Jack & Jill - Have you ever had one of those feelings that when you walk into a movie theater that you are going to see a crap film but you can’t take your eyes off of it? Welcome to these 2 films that I watched ba…Wed, 16 Nov 2011, 07:05 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
Talk to Me in Korean
- Level 7 Lesson 24 / Passive Voice + -어 있다 / To have been put into a certain stateLevel 7 Lesson 24 / Passive Voice + -어 있다 / To have been put into a certain state - In a previous lesson, we looked at how passive voice works in Korean. In this lesson, we are taking a look at the structure -어 있다. You can use structure with passive voice to say that something has be…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 11:40 PM // feeds.feedburner.com

- Idiomatic Expressions Sample Lesson – “생각이 없다”Idiomatic Expressions Sample Lesson – “생각이 없다” - This is a sample lesson video of the series “Idiomatic Expressions” available at HaruKorean. This series introduces most commonly used fixed and idiomatic expressions in Korean, and you can practice m…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 01:42 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- “Seoul” – Lomokino Movie“Seoul” – Lomokino Movie - Today we have something different from our usual videos. Lomography Korea kindly invited us to try out their new Lomokino Movie Maker film camera, so we decided to take it outside and film some stuff.…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 12:18 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- TTMIK Drama – “He Who Can’t Date” (Episode 4 of 4)TTMIK Drama – “He Who Can’t Date” (Episode 4 of 4) - We hope you have been enjoying our latest TTMIK drama, “He Who Can’t Date”! And finally the last episode of the drama is here!!! The commentary is going to be posted soon as well, so keep checking bac…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 01:14 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Top Scorers of January 2012 at HaruKorean.com!Top Scorers of January 2012 at HaruKorean.com! - We are happy to announce the top scorers of January 2012 at HaruKorean.com! Congratulations!!! As we announced last month, we came back to the regular prize system, so the prize for the month of Janua…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 11:37 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Iyagi #95 / 추억의 가수 / Korean Singers from the 90′s / Natural talk in 100% KoreanIyagi #95 / 추억의 가수 / Korean Singers from the 90′s / Natural talk in 100% Korean - Do you like K-pop? Are you familiar with Korean singers from the 90′s? In this Iyagi episode, 석진 and 효진 talk about Korean singers from the 90′s. Enjoy the talk and see if you can recognize any of the…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 12:54 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Level 7 Lesson 23 / -(으)나마나 / no matter whether you do it or notLevel 7 Lesson 23 / -(으)나마나 / no matter whether you do it or not - 안녕하세요! In this TTMIK lesson, we will take a look at how to say “no matter whether” someone does something or not in Korean with the ending -(으)나마나 [-(eu)na-ma-da]. This is very similar to what we stud…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 12:16 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- TTMIK Drama – “He Who Can’t Date” (Episode 3 of 4)TTMIK Drama – “He Who Can’t Date” (Episode 3 of 4) - The 3rd episode of “He Who Can’t Date” is here! Are you enjoying this TTMIK Drama? Do you want more? Let us know in the comment! The commentary video will also be posted soon, so keep checking back! T…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 11:17 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Level 7 Lesson 22 / Word Builder 14 / 정 (定)Level 7 Lesson 22 / Word Builder 14 / 정 (定) - 안녕하세요! In the Word Builder lessons, we introduce letters and words that work as building blocks of the Korean vocabulary. They are not necessarily all Hanja words that are based on Chinese characters,…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 12:18 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Iyagi #94 / 동아리 / Club / Natural talk in 100% KoreanIyagi #94 / 동아리 / Club / Natural talk in 100% Korean - Were you in any student clubs or organizations when you were in college? Or do you plan on joining any clubs or fraternities/sororities? In this Iyagi episode, 효진 and 경화 talked about 동아리. Listen in to…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 08:55 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
Three Wise Monkeys
- Andrei Lankov on Stealing from the State to Survive in N. KoreaAndrei Lankov on Stealing from the State to Survive in N. Korea - Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 01:00 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com

- The PVT Fisher Case: Conflicting Statements, Shoddy Speculation and an Elusive WitnessThe PVT Fisher Case: Conflicting Statements, Shoddy Speculation and an Elusive Witness - By Jamie Grimwood and John M. Rodgers CONFLICTING STATEMENTS The Three Wise Monkeys is in possession of new evidence suggesting firstly, that PVT Andre Fisher was incarcerated largely based on what wa…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 12:57 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com

- Expert Travel Shut Down, Scammer Kang (aka Kim) Still out ThereExpert Travel Shut Down, Scammer Kang (aka Kim) Still out There - By Iwazaru How do you stop a scammer? You contact the police, present evidence of the scam and wait for justice to be served, right? Unfortunately that justice may be–and usually is–slow to arrive, if…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 12:55 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com

- What Happens When Your Korean Dragon Lady Director Goes HuntingWhat Happens When Your Korean Dragon Lady Director Goes Hunting - By Allen Smithee As you the reader knows, no teacher ever plans to end up in a failing academy. However, shit happens in this increasingly dicier job market. The dicier the economy the more threadbare…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 12:24 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com

- Funky Seoul Corner #12: Cal Green’s ‘Trippin”Funky Seoul Corner #12: Cal Green’s ‘Trippin” - By Scott Freeman Cal Green was a guitarist who dabbled in a broad range of musical styles. Growing up in Texas in the 1940s and 1950s, he was at first influenced by the blues. Clarence “Gatemouth” Bro…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 12:20 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com

- Probationary Theatre Presents ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ Feb. 3rd through 14thProbationary Theatre Presents ‘Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ Feb. 3rd through 14th - By 3WM Probationary Theatre presents the classic award winning drama by Edward Albee over the next two weekends. The harrowing and hilarious story of two couples, one young, one old, getting to know o…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 12:53 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
- Travelers Beware: Serial Scammer on the Loose and Doing BusinessTravelers Beware: Serial Scammer on the Loose and Doing Business - By Iwazaru If you’re planning on travelling this winter pay very close attention to whom that travel agent is claiming to be able to get you “Real Cheap Travel.” The clues will be rather obvious: he g…Mon, 16 Jan 2012, 01:30 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
- Craftworks: Epicurean perhaps, Bohemian, Hell NoCraftworks: Epicurean perhaps, Bohemian, Hell No - By Mizaru You probably won’t miss Craftworks; the sign board on the street is a good catch all. Inside the two sets of front doors is a swag menagerie where Craftworks t-shirts and mugs are displayed…Mon, 16 Jan 2012, 01:09 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
- Making Kimchi with the Hong Sisters: A Tradition of Taste (Pt. 2)Making Kimchi with the Hong Sisters: A Tradition of Taste (Pt. 2) - By Seon-Myung Yoo At 10 p.m., when Jin-Pyo gets up to leave, his older sisters see him out to the door, bombarding him with advices on how to find his way back home. He vigorously explains to them tha…Mon, 16 Jan 2012, 01:02 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
- Pick Your Korean Pleasure (or pain): Going to the 노래방Pick Your Korean Pleasure (or pain): Going to the 노래방 - By Jen Lee Mon, 16 Jan 2012, 12:55 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
Touch Tag & Rugby in Korea
- Touch in Korea, Touch in Korean 2Touch in Korea, Touch in Korean 2 - Touch video with explanation in Korean. Note: The official name of this sport is Touch but this video used the term touch rugby for Koreans who are new to the sport and have no idea what this is. All…Fri, 25 Nov 2011, 02:05 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- Touch in Korea, Touch in KoreanTouch in Korea, Touch in Korean - Great new resource for explaining Touch to Koreans....a short film of real play with Korean explanation attached....thanks Jaesub!!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9T5WWVbIDPc&feature=youtu.be&noredirec…Thu, 10 Nov 2011, 05:22 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- Touch in Korea closes out 2012 seasonTouch in Korea closes out 2012 season - Looks like Touch is over for the year in Korea....ahhhh, shame! However, 2011 has been a year for building and a change in regime as responsibility for running things was steadily transferred to a new…Sun, 6 Nov 2011, 05:17 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- Korea in the Rugby World CupKorea in the Rugby World Cup - Korea didn't participate in the Rugby World Cup while Japan has been the only nation representing Asia since the first world cup. However, Korean rugby is partially involved in the RWC in other ways.A…Wed, 12 Oct 2011, 04:14 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- Korea rugby digs deep and delivers at Shanghai SevensKorea rugby digs deep and delivers at Shanghai Sevens - Our heroes made it three out of three at the Shanghai Sevens overcoming Hong Kong in a thrilling final at Yuangshen Stadium yesterday evening! Good news for Korean rugby and good enough with enough ch…Sun, 28 Aug 2011, 07:25 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- Play and watch Touch in the UKPlay and watch Touch in the UK - With just 50 days to go to the Touch world cup http://www.touchworldcup2011.co.uk/ teams must now be preparing hard. Sadly, Korea didn't feel able to get a side in to the tournament despite the easier…Sat, 30 Apr 2011, 10:59 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- “In rugby, Korea must aim to beat Japan” says Eddie Jones“In rugby, Korea must aim to beat Japan” says Eddie Jones - Story on Eddie Jones in the Korea Times.http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/sports/2011/04/136_85584.htmlAll about Touch, Tag and Rugby in Korea touchtagrugby@gmail.comSun, 24 Apr 2011, 12:46 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- Touch expands in Korea, now Suwon has Touch RugbyTouch expands in Korea, now Suwon has Touch Rugby - According to a posting on the Korea Touch Association...just started a touch rugby group in Suwon for anyone who lives close to that area. It looks like the first time will be this Sunday. His group o…Wed, 20 Apr 2011, 10:25 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- Han River Pirates kids rugby in SeoulHan River Pirates kids rugby in Seoul - The Han River Pirates hit the headlines again this time in the Korea Times http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/special/2011/04/139_85485.htmlHopefully, this will help to attract players and reward sp…Wed, 20 Apr 2011, 02:06 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
- Korea rugby charity event a huge success!Korea rugby charity event a huge success! - The New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Korea, known as “The Kiwi Chamber,” and the Australian Chamber of Commerce in Korea, “AustCham,” hosted “The Rugby Charity Dinner,” with rugby legends Sean Fitzp…Wed, 20 Apr 2011, 01:58 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
True Stories of Korean Baseball
- Lose and Get More $ / Car Accident = No ProblemLose and Get More $ / Car Accident = No Problem - Osen reports Nexen Heroes Beautiful Flower Man (꽃미남) starter with a very bad record Shim Soo-chang (28G, 2-13, 5.01) received a 116% wage bump yesterday. His salary went from ₩30,000,000 in 2011 to a…Sat, 14 Jan 2012, 08:32 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- Masaichi Kaneda Speaks, Part IV: GreatnessMasaichi Kaneda Speaks, Part IV: Greatness - Part I:http://koreabaseball.blogspot.com/2011/09/masaichi-kaneda-speaks.html Part II:http://koreabaseball.blogspot.com/2011/09/masaichi-kaneda-speaks-continued.html Part III:http://koreabaseball.blogs…Sun, 8 Jan 2012, 09:47 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy All Holidays!Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy All Holidays! - Happy Every Holiday to all of our readers from the entire staff of the True Stories of Korean Baseball family!We will be back in full force in the new year to blog, discuss, and complain about our fav…Sat, 24 Dec 2011, 09:54 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- Jeong Dae-hyeon Finally Chooses, Park Chan-ho Allowed to PlayJeong Dae-hyeon Finally Chooses, Park Chan-ho Allowed to Play - Jeong Dae-hyeon decided not to make the jump to the Baltimore Orioles and inked a four-year deal with the Lotte Giants. He'll likely assume the ninth inning duties for Lotte next year.Also, it was rul…Tue, 13 Dec 2011, 06:32 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- KBO Announced Gold Glove Winners Over the WeekendKBO Announced Gold Glove Winners Over the Weekend - Winners are as follows...P - Yoon Seok-min, KIA 17-5, 2.45 ERA, 1.05 WHIP, 178 K's in 172 1/3C - Kang Min-ho, Lotte .289/.366/.4801B - Lee Dae-ho, Lotte .357/.433/.5782B - Ahn Chi-hong, KIA .315/.373/…Mon, 12 Dec 2011, 05:38 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- Lee Dae-ho Takes His Talents to OrixLee Dae-ho Takes His Talents to Orix - Lee had a press conference scheduled for 12/6 and the announcement was a shock to no one. Lee signed a two-year deal worth 10.1 billion won.Orix plans on using him at 1st base, bat him fourth and aske…Tue, 6 Dec 2011, 05:47 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- Cha Woo-chan's European Backpacking TripCha Woo-chan's European Backpacking Trip - Most baseball fans are excited about all the free agency movement that's been happening in Korea and everywhere else. More important than that, in my opinion, is the news of KBO players and their back…Mon, 5 Dec 2011, 07:39 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- Masaichi Kaneda Speaks, Part IIIMasaichi Kaneda Speaks, Part III - Continuing with my True Stories of Korean Baseball blog masters thesis. This is part 3 of Japanese-Korean pitching legend Masaichi Kaneda's interview with South Korean baseball writer Park Dong-hui as…Sat, 3 Dec 2011, 03:26 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- Samsung Lions Add Mitch TalbotSamsung Lions Add Mitch Talbot - The Samsung Lions announced today that they reached an agreement for former Cleveland Indian Mitch Talbot. The 28 year-old righty will earn about $300K for coming to the defending champions of Asia.Ta…Thu, 1 Dec 2011, 10:33 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
- Samsung 5, Softbank 3Samsung 5, Softbank 3 - Samsung wins the Asia SeriesW - Jang Won-sam, L - Sho Iwasaki, S - Oh Seung-hwanSamsung HR - NoneSoftbank HR - NoneI'm thrilled to see the KBO finally knock the NPB off their pedestal, but this Asia S…Tue, 29 Nov 2011, 10:59 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
UK in Korea
- Foreign Secretary urges Security Council to support Moroccan resolution on SyriaForeign Secretary urges Security Council to support Moroccan resolution on Syria - Following the UN Security Council debate on Syria the Foreign Secretary William Hague again urged the adoption of a resolution to support Arab League plans to end the crisis.Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 03:06 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- Jeremy Browne: "torture violates human rights and human dignity"Jeremy Browne: "torture violates human rights and human dignity" - Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne has written an article about the UK government's vision is for journalists, lawyers and activists to be treated fairly and to be able to speak freely in every cou…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 01:46 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- UK Ambassador Welcomes Wind Energy Investment from South Korean Giant, Samsung Heavy IndustriesUK Ambassador Welcomes Wind Energy Investment from South Korean Giant, Samsung Heavy Industries - UK Ambassador to Korea, Scott Wightman, has welcomed a multimillion pound partnership agreement between a UK-based engineering specialist and South Korean giant Samsung Heavy IndustriesTue, 31 Jan 2012, 05:00 PM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- Lunar New Year Message by the AmbassadorLunar New Year Message by the Ambassador - Watch lunar New Year Video Message by the Ambassador Scott WightmanSun, 29 Jan 2012, 11:01 PM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- Embassy Office Hours over Lunar New YearEmbassy Office Hours over Lunar New Year - British Embassy in Seoul will be closed from 23 to 25 January for a public holiday.Tue, 17 Jan 2012, 11:01 PM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- "If reforms continue we are ready to build a new relationship with Burma""If reforms continue we are ready to build a new relationship with Burma" - Foreign Secretary William Hague writes about his historic visit to Burma on 5-6 January.Mon, 9 Jan 2012, 01:58 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- Foreign Secretary speaks to South Korean Foreign MinisterForeign Secretary speaks to South Korean Foreign Minister - Foreign Secretary William Hague discussed North Korea with South Korean Foreign Minister Kim Sung-hwan on 23 December.Fri, 23 Dec 2011, 09:18 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- Embassy Office Hours over Christmas HolidayEmbassy Office Hours over Christmas Holiday - British Embassy in Seoul will be closed from 26 to 28 January for a public holiday.Wed, 21 Dec 2011, 11:01 PM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- Foreign Secretary gives statement on death of Kim Jong IlForeign Secretary gives statement on death of Kim Jong Il - Foreign Secretary William Hague gave a statement on the death of the North Korean leader Kim Jong Il.Mon, 19 Dec 2011, 12:13 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
- Embassy Office Hours over New Year's HolidayEmbassy Office Hours over New Year's Holiday - The British Embassy in Seoul and our Consulates will be closed over New Year period.Tue, 6 Dec 2011, 11:16 PM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
United Nations
- Civilian casualty numbers in Afghanistan rise again, UN reportsCivilian casualty numbers in Afghanistan rise again, UN reports - The number of civilian casualties resulting from the conflict in Afghanistan has risen for a fifth consecutive year, the United Nations reported today, blaming a change in tactics by the Taliban and o…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- After ferry sinking in Papua New Guinea, UN agency voices deep sympathyAfter ferry sinking in Papua New Guinea, UN agency voices deep sympathy - The head of the United Nations International Maritime Organization (IMO) today expressed deep sympathy to the victims of a ferry sinking off the coast of Papua New Guinea that may have claimed more th…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- UN-backed court sentences key Khmer Rouge figure to life in prison on appealUN-backed court sentences key Khmer Rouge figure to life in prison on appeal - The appeals chamber of the United Nations-backed tribunal in Cambodia trying cases of mass murder and other crimes committed under the Khmer Rouge regime today sentenced the former head of a notorious…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- UN political team to visit Maldives for talks on democratic transitionUN political team to visit Maldives for talks on democratic transition - A United Nations political team heads to the Maldives next week for talks on how to help support the Indian Ocean archipelago in its transition to democracy.Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- As floods continue in Fiji, UN stresses need to boost preventive measuresAs floods continue in Fiji, UN stresses need to boost preventive measures - The United Nations disaster risk reduction agency stressed today the need to boost preventive measures in Fiji, as heavy rains are predicted to occur more frequently in the archipelago nation, which h…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- Philippines: UN and partners seek more funding to help tropical storm survivorsPhilippines: UN and partners seek more funding to help tropical storm survivors - The United Nations and humanitarian partners today revised upwards an appeal for funding to continue relief work for six months among the more than 300,000 people in the Philippines island of Mindanao…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- Afghan refugees need right conditions to return home, stresses UN officialAfghan refugees need right conditions to return home, stresses UN official - The United Nations refugee chief today thanked the Pakistani Government for its generosity towards Afghans who have sought refuge in the country, while also calling for creating the right conditions i…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- UN-backed survey shows improving public perception of Afghan policeUN-backed survey shows improving public perception of Afghan police - Public perception of the police in Afghanistan has improved over the past three years with the proportion of Afghans expressing personal respect for the country's law enforcement rising to 81 per cent…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- Small Indian hill state aims to improve agricultural livelihoods with UN loanSmall Indian hill state aims to improve agricultural livelihoods with UN loan - India is receiving a loan of nearly $90 million from the United Nations to improve agricultural livelihoods in the small north-western state of Uttarakhand, one of the poorest areas in the country.Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
- UN kicks off Year of the Dragon with celebration of Chinese cultural heritageUN kicks off Year of the Dragon with celebration of Chinese cultural heritage - Hundreds of performers took to the stage at United Nations Headquarters in New York this evening to ring in the Chinese New Year with a showcase of traditional dance, music, theatre, painting and call…Tue, 31 Jan 2012, 09:00 PM // un.org
Waygook.org
- Re: Where to buy a wedding dress in Seoul?Re: Where to buy a wedding dress in Seoul? - I recently looked into costs of dresses here, and contrary to what I had thought, dresses were around 3000-5000USD.Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:54 AM // waygook.org

- Re: How much do you spend on a night out?Re: How much do you spend on a night out? - what scum bag taxi drivers here??? Not only do 99.9% of taxi drivers take you exactly where you ask in your, usually, poorly spoken and drunken Korean, but will run the red and often round down the ch…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:52 AM // waygook.org

- Re: Busan Haps- The Fight against Dog MeatRe: Busan Haps- The Fight against Dog Meat - Quote from: cowboy7 on Today at 12:07:39 pmBut in the end, cow, chicken, dog, buffalo, deer, snake, grasshopper, ostrich is all the same in my book. This.I know how the dogs are raised is not cool, bu…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:38 AM // waygook.org

- Re: What real companionship looks like.Re: What real companionship looks like. - I just really liked that photo. Unlike the gazzilions that we see on the net everyday, this one actually made me stop and think.Was a nice thing to see too and thought I would share.MCMon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:38 AM // waygook.org

- Re: Does anyone have experience growing plants with their students?Re: Does anyone have experience growing plants with their students? - Use any beans, or seeds,Use a glass jar with some wet paper towelling in a tube so that it rests against the sides of the jar. put the seeds between the paper and the glass. Put something else around…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:37 AM // waygook.org

Strange Lands
- Our Week in Pictures – Week FourteenOur Week in Pictures – Week Fourteen - My nose, being long, gets cold very quickly. In these temperatures, I feel like it’s getting frostbite. We’ve settled back into our Korean life fairly effortlessly. I like being back. Koreans look hea…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 03:16 AM // strange-lands.com
- Fun Things to Do whilst Travelling by TrainFun Things to Do whilst Travelling by Train - A lot of people don’t see a long train journey as much fun, but there are things you can do to make your journey something to look forward to. First of all, it gives you the opportunity to sit down an…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 03:36 AM // strange-lands.com
- Celebrating the Olympics in truly British styleCelebrating the Olympics in truly British style - There are now just under six months to go until the long-awaited Olympics are finally upon us. Despite all our grumbling about where we will park our car and how we will get to work, it seems to me t…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 05:22 AM // strange-lands.com
- Does Cancer Give Us Perspective?Does Cancer Give Us Perspective? - “Will’s dead.” “Dead?” “He got cancer shortly after you left England and died a few months ago, sadly.” I wanted to get up and do something – anything. Cancer! At such a young age. My immediate though…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 02:26 AM // strange-lands.com
- Be Cautious When Visiting Korean DentistsBe Cautious When Visiting Korean Dentists - Maybe this title is a little bit misleading. I’m sure Korean dentists are excellent at their job. There seems, however, to be a trend emerging amongst our friends who’ve visited the dentist in Korea.…Mon, 30 Jan 2012, 03:06 AM // strange-lands.com
- Our Week in Pictures – Week ThirteenOur Week in Pictures – Week Thirteen - We’ve just got back home. I’m not sure when I started to call Korea ‘home’. Exhausted doesn’t describe how we felt when we landed in Seoul. This has been a week of ‘goodbyes’. I said goodbye to my fri…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 11:09 PM // strange-lands.com
- Make Your Travel Plans Spectacular in 2012Make Your Travel Plans Spectacular in 2012 - Toward the end of 2011, and throughout the beginning of January, you may have found yourself wanting to plan something major, something spectacular. If you are looking for something edgy in terms of t…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 12:08 PM // strange-lands.com
- The Pedestrian Tunnel – Newcastle Upon TyneThe Pedestrian Tunnel – Newcastle Upon Tyne - It isn’t that I believe in ghosts, or anything supernatural, there’s just something about the pedestrian tunnel that doesn’t seem right. Footsteps 500 meters away pound against your eardrums. The acou…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 09:22 AM // strange-lands.com
- Flea Markets in Rome and moreFlea Markets in Rome and more - An old saying claims that when visiting a village or a city, a traveller shouldn’t miss two places: the main church and the cemetery. Where these two places can provide historical information about th…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 03:19 AM // strange-lands.com
- Hoodaki Review – Do Not Use This Travel Company!!Hoodaki Review – Do Not Use This Travel Company!! - Flights are expensive. When we pay for a flight we put our trust in the company that those large sums of money are in safe hands. Should things turn out badly, we trust that these companies, and regul…Tue, 24 Jan 2012, 03:58 AM // strange-lands.com
Seoul Centric
- Unlock iPhone 4sUnlock iPhone 4s - Just about any handset having most people have struggled presented has long been for sale in occasionally graphite possibly a brown accomplish. The darker colors appearance very good it is quite incon…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 06:03 AM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com

- Wheat Free Of Cost Dinner SystemWheat Free Of Cost Dinner System - The Ediets deliver different diet as well as meal deals modified with respect to separate customers. The wheat free meal deal is one with them. It is best with respect to people, that are actually rec…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 05:55 AM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com

- Wedding Spots within MaidenheadWedding Spots within Maidenhead - Maidenhead throughout Berkshire posseses an large quantity regarding wedding sites that offer simply varieties of services in which should match your entire anticipation. Nonetheless, to save you time…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 05:36 AM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com

- Why Is Online marketing ImportantWhy Is Online marketing Important - What is targeted Internet marketing and how does it assist a business? The following article will talk about utilizing targeted Internet marketing. One of the best online marketing strategies is havin…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 05:17 AM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com

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- Pc Support — MSConfigPc Support — MSConfig - The computer. The thing all of us love in order to hate. It lets you do countless considerations for people, but in addition brings about some of our biggest severe headaches. There’s always something…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 03:32 AM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com

- Printer Pics Of Toy Story CharactersPrinter Pics Of Toy Story Characters - Toys have interested individuals of every age group, since we could don’t forget. As time passed, folk’s interest in toys and games also went through a great deal of alterations. People today across t…Mon, 6 Feb 2012, 03:25 AM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com

- Good Business About Selling monster beats: Insights on monster beats Mistakes That are CommonGood Business About Selling monster beats: Insights on monster beats Mistakes That are Common - Many women love dr dre beats solo because monster beats can keep your foot out of the cool in winter. You will even find products that classify into sub-categories. Just pay attention to the main cate…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 01:00 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com

- House Enjoyment Partners-PhilipsHouse Enjoyment Partners-Philips - Fusion of IT and dwelling appliances has previously arrived. In the industry selling price, the possession of IT integrated intelligent management of house electrical appliances are way more and more…Sun, 5 Feb 2012, 12:21 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com

Seoul Photo Club
- In Focus: Maintain Stability (part 2)In Focus: Maintain Stability (part 2) - Last time we discussed some of the theory behind hand-holding a camera – the increased chances of shake at slower speeds and a rule of thumb for lower limit of shutter speed vs. focal length of the le…Fri, 18 Jun 2010, 06:49 PM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- In Focus: Maintain Stability (part 1)In Focus: Maintain Stability (part 1) - Do you need a steadier hand? Do you want to explore low light photography, slower shutter speeds or a sharpness-critical style like landscape photography? What should you do? Have a cup of coffee a…Sat, 29 May 2010, 12:12 AM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- Challenge Winner: Pil Gam SungChallenge Winner: Pil Gam Sung - Sat, 29 May 2010, 12:08 AM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- Weekly Winner: Glenn SundeenWeekly Winner: Glenn Sundeen - Wed, 26 May 2010, 09:18 PM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- In Focus: No Camera? Think AgainIn Focus: No Camera? Think Again - One of the key components of improving your ability in the photographic realm is practice. Practice seeing opportunities, seeing shapes, patterns, plays of color, and compositions. Unfortunately, ou…Wed, 26 May 2010, 08:52 PM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- Challenge Winners: Dirk Schlottmann and Brijesh BolarChallenge Winners: Dirk Schlottmann and Brijesh Bolar - Nice work Dirk and Brijesh.Tue, 20 Apr 2010, 10:25 PM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- In Focus: Back to the BasicsIn Focus: Back to the Basics - Cameras these days are smart. Very smart. Actually, cameras have been getting smarter for a long time now. It was back in the 1960s when cameras first sported the ability to measure light, removing…Tue, 20 Apr 2010, 08:40 PM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- In Focus: Creativity KillersIn Focus: Creativity Killers - I recently read a short book about creativity and inspiration in photography. It contained some insight about how the author sees the creative process and gave much advice on how as a photographer you…Mon, 29 Mar 2010, 04:49 PM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- In Focus: Improve your CompositionIn Focus: Improve your Composition - Important sentiments for a composer of music to be sure, but you’re a photographer. What gives? Just as a musician has to bring notes, timing and rhythm together to create a piece of music that is pl…Mon, 29 Mar 2010, 04:47 PM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
- Challenge Winners: Joon Hetland and Pete DeMarcoChallenge Winners: Joon Hetland and Pete DeMarco - Well done guys.Sun, 7 Mar 2010, 03:57 PM // seoulphotoclub.wordpress.com
Busan Haps
- BusanHaps: Feature: The Fight Against the Dog Meat Industry - Busan Haps http://t.co/JWYFWYTEBusanHaps: Feature: The Fight Against the Dog Meat Industry - Busan Haps http://t.co/JWYFWYTE - BusanHaps: Feature: The Fight Against the Dog Meat Industry - Busan Haps http://t.co/JWYFWYTEFri, 3 Feb 2012, 05:45 PM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: Radiohead, Stone Roses to Play at Jisan Valley Rock Festival - Busan Haps http://t.co/zDwsQb8tBusanHaps: Radiohead, Stone Roses to Play at Jisan Valley Rock Festival - Busan Haps http://t.co/zDwsQb8t - BusanHaps: Radiohead, Stone Roses to Play at Jisan Valley Rock Festival - Busan Haps http://t.co/zDwsQb8tTue, 31 Jan 2012, 07:25 AM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: Girls' Generation On Letterman Next Week - Busan Haps http://t.co/z3GSVno3BusanHaps: Girls' Generation On Letterman Next Week - Busan Haps http://t.co/z3GSVno3 - BusanHaps: Girls' Generation On Letterman Next Week - Busan Haps http://t.co/z3GSVno3Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 06:07 AM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: Retrospective: Kim Geun Tae, Godfather of Democracy in Korea - Busan Haps http://t.co/ZkpnexQdBusanHaps: Retrospective: Kim Geun Tae, Godfather of Democracy in Korea - Busan Haps http://t.co/ZkpnexQd - BusanHaps: Retrospective: Kim Geun Tae, Godfather of Democracy in Korea - Busan Haps http://t.co/ZkpnexQdSun, 29 Jan 2012, 05:26 AM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: Review: Traditional Taste at Kebabistan - Busan Haps http://t.co/4z3SW8LDBusanHaps: Review: Traditional Taste at Kebabistan - Busan Haps http://t.co/4z3SW8LD - BusanHaps: Review: Traditional Taste at Kebabistan - Busan Haps http://t.co/4z3SW8LDThu, 26 Jan 2012, 06:36 PM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: [독자리포터가 간다] "외국인용 영어잡지 '부산햅스' 이젠 한국인도 많이 http://t.co/5xgHOrtH http://t.co/PvBsVNxTBusanHaps: [독자리포터가 간다] "외국인용 영어잡지 '부산햅스' 이젠 한국인도 많이 http://t.co/5xgHOrtH http://t.co/PvBsVNxT - BusanHaps: [독자리포터가 간다] 외국인용 영어잡지 '부산햅스' 이젠 한국인도 많이 http://t.co/5xgHOrtH http://t.co/PvBsVNxTWed, 25 Jan 2012, 02:50 AM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: Dan Deacon Hits Korea this Weekend - Busan Haps http://t.co/Tyu9WIbsBusanHaps: Dan Deacon Hits Korea this Weekend - Busan Haps http://t.co/Tyu9WIbs - BusanHaps: Dan Deacon Hits Korea this Weekend - Busan Haps http://t.co/Tyu9WIbsTue, 24 Jan 2012, 06:52 PM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: New Comedy Show Starting to Turn Some Ears - Busan Haps http://t.co/axN2XiFyBusanHaps: New Comedy Show Starting to Turn Some Ears - Busan Haps http://t.co/axN2XiFy - BusanHaps: New Comedy Show Starting to Turn Some Ears - Busan Haps http://t.co/axN2XiFyMon, 23 Jan 2012, 05:32 PM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: Trying Dog Stew - Busan Haps http://t.co/S5RAXcs8BusanHaps: Trying Dog Stew - Busan Haps http://t.co/S5RAXcs8 - BusanHaps: Trying Dog Stew - Busan Haps http://t.co/S5RAXcs8Sat, 21 Jan 2012, 11:43 PM // twitter.com
- BusanHaps: The 2nd Annual Unofficial Polar Bear Swim for Charity - Busan Haps http://t.co/Pq8vZKmvBusanHaps: The 2nd Annual Unofficial Polar Bear Swim for Charity - Busan Haps http://t.co/Pq8vZKmv - BusanHaps: The 2nd Annual Unofficial Polar Bear Swim for Charity - Busan Haps http://t.co/Pq8vZKmvFri, 20 Jan 2012, 07:47 PM // twitter.com
Ulsan Online
- Reading Hangul: A Beginner’s GuideReading Hangul: A Beginner’s Guide - (This is a reprint of an earlier article, with the “How To read Hangeul” part separated out.) Something that will make your life here easier is to learn to read Hangul (written Korean). It’s surprisin…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 11:01 PM // ulsanonline.com
- News Items – 01/18/12News Items – 01/18/12 - Here’s a sampling of the latest news in Korea Information addicts may have a tough day today. As of this writing there are less than six hours before the English portions of the giant online encyclope…Tue, 17 Jan 2012, 04:58 PM // ulsanonline.com
- The Official Voice of North KoreaThe Official Voice of North Korea - Tired of watching Korean TV? Wore out your playstation and all its games? Spent your entire monthly budget on 맥주 과 소주 and now need something else to fill those long winter nights you’ve got? Well, l…Sat, 14 Jan 2012, 04:14 PM // ulsanonline.com
- Bits and Bytes – 1/11/12Bits and Bytes – 1/11/12 - Here are some of the headlines from our little home away from home: First up, in the “what a surprise” category, is the Korea Herald’s article on Multicultural students at risk of being bullied. Given…Tue, 10 Jan 2012, 04:33 PM // ulsanonline.com
- New Year, Round 2New Year, Round 2 - For those of you who had great aspirations of starting off 2012 right – you know, eat healthier, get fit, be nicer, get up before noon even if you start work at 3 – but have had trouble keeping your r…Fri, 6 Jan 2012, 01:56 AM // ulsanonline.com
- News Odds and Ends – 1/5/2012News Odds and Ends – 1/5/2012 - A few newsworthy items from around the country: The new leader of one of the famous “Axis of Evil” countries, Kim Jong-Un has called South Korean president Lee Myung-Bak the “Chieftain of Evil.” Ther…Wed, 4 Jan 2012, 09:10 PM // ulsanonline.com
- A New Map in TownA New Map in Town - Maps are fun. Or they can be a pain in the rear. When Ulsanonline.com was first published our maps were vintage, extraordinarily large, slow to download, and very difficult to keep updated. Some of…Fri, 30 Dec 2011, 06:43 PM // ulsanonline.com
- News from around Korea – 12/272011News from around Korea – 12/272011 - With Christmas over and done with, now is a nice time to reflect on the rest of the news from around the peninsula. First up, is a Christmas related story. The Hankyoreh has a nice picture of the birt…Mon, 26 Dec 2011, 06:00 PM // ulsanonline.com
- On the possible nature of thingsOn the possible nature of things - Support the “Occupy movement” they say. “Why?” might be your question and a reasonable question it is as any question these days is a good one. Humanity has become impotent in its ability to ask the r…Sat, 24 Dec 2011, 07:58 AM // ulsanonline.com
- Facebook and UlsanonlineFacebook and Ulsanonline - UlsanOnline.com has been in business for three years now. And for most of that time we’ve been an open site with full access for anyone with a facebook account to login and write articles, make commen…Tue, 20 Dec 2011, 06:01 PM // ulsanonline.com
Antique Alive
- Aretes pendientes de concha nacar o madreperla diseño iguana con plataAretes pendientes de concha nacar o madreperla diseño iguana con plata - Este diseño de pendientes esta hecho manualmente por artesanos y diseñados sobre madreperla ó concha nácar. Los pendientes tienen un diseño de iguanas con lineas muy modernas y elegantes, con un ganch…Sun, 11 Dec 2011, 01:38 AM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- Joyero musical tradicional asiático laqueado con incrustaciones de madre perla ó concha nacarJoyero musical tradicional asiático laqueado con incrustaciones de madre perla ó concha nacar - Este joyero exótico esta decorado lujosamente con madreperla con madera laqueada con grullas volando libremente en el cielo con mariposas, símbolo de amor y libertad, con flores arabescas con líneas r…Sun, 27 Nov 2011, 11:53 PM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- Aretes pendientes de concha nácar o madreperla con ganchos de plata diseño de aves balanceandoseAretes pendientes de concha nácar o madreperla con ganchos de plata diseño de aves balanceandose - Este diseño de pendientes esta hecho manualmente por artesanos y diseñados sobre madreperla ó concha nácar. Los pendientes tienen un par de aves armoniosamente balanceandose con el movimiento del aret…Sun, 27 Nov 2011, 11:53 PM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- Joyero oriental de madera con paisajes madre perlaJoyero oriental de madera con paisajes madre perla - El hermoso paisaje representada con madreperla embutida en madera maqueada expresa la alta técnica de los artistas tradicionales de Corea. Es increíble, el hecho de que todas las figuras y detalles de…Sun, 30 Oct 2011, 04:35 AM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- Dado: La ceremonia del té en Corea y el té verde coreanoDado: La ceremonia del té en Corea y el té verde coreano - View More Pictures Hay 3 jardines de té muy famosos en Corea, en donde el té verde de mejor calidad son producidos. Los jardines están localizados en Boseon, Hwagae y la isla de Jeju. Los jardines de…Wed, 6 Apr 2011, 04:14 AM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- Gochang, Hwasun y Ganghwa, dólmenes de piedra que han durado milenios.Gochang, Hwasun y Ganghwa, dólmenes de piedra que han durado milenios. - Ver más Corea tiene la más grande concentración de dólmenes en el mundo. Estos increíbles monumentos megalíticos funerarios fueron construidos por civilizaciones prehistóricas hace más de 3,000 años a…Sat, 8 Jan 2011, 09:14 PM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- Fortaleza de Hwaseong: Un sitio de batalla con una historia tristeFortaleza de Hwaseong: Un sitio de batalla con una historia triste - Más acerca de este árticulo Esta magnificente estructura fue construída por un emperador coreano al final del siglo XVIII para guardar los restos de su amado padre.Cuando el emperador Joengjo de la Di…Thu, 30 Dec 2010, 05:35 AM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- El Templo Haeinsa, Janggyeong Panjeon, Depositorio de la Tripitaka Coreana, los textos preservados Budistas.El Templo Haeinsa, Janggyeong Panjeon, Depositorio de la Tripitaka Coreana, los textos preservados Budistas. - Lea e informese más Artesanos con grandes habilidades en el grabado, creado estos textos budistas en bloques de madera hace 800 años atrás. Han sido increíblemente preservados y estan en perfecta cond…Tue, 14 Dec 2010, 06:39 AM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- Tumbas Reales de la Dinastía Joseón - Estructuras de amor y alabanza a los reyes.Tumbas Reales de la Dinastía Joseón - Estructuras de amor y alabanza a los reyes. - Ver más sobre este sitio La tradición ancestral de alabanza ha quedada impregnada en los tiempos modernos gracias a las Tumbas Reales de la Dinastía Joseón. Localizada en áreas de belleza sublime, las…Sat, 4 Dec 2010, 10:30 PM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
- Jongmyo: Un monumento impresionante, en honor de los reyes fallecidosJongmyo: Un monumento impresionante, en honor de los reyes fallecidos - Para más información Construído en el siglo XVI la Comarca de Jongmyo es un verdadero ejemplo de la arquitectura Confuciana. De manera minimalista, demuestra la dignidad y majestuosidad de los reyes c…Tue, 30 Nov 2010, 04:48 AM // antiquealivees.blogspot.com
The Jeju Weekly
- Celebrate spring at the Tamna Ipchun Gut NoriCelebrate spring at the Tamna Ipchun Gut Nori - This year, uncharacteristically the symbolic cow wasn't the center of people's attention. Instead, there was a statue of a young goddess of agriculture, called Jachungbi. According to the city of…Sat, 4 Feb 2012, 04:13 PM // jejuweekly.com
- Santa Rosa celebrates with sister city JejuSanta Rosa celebrates with sister city Jeju - Snoopy was chosen for Santa Rosa's first gift to Jeju because of its iconic place in American popular culture and its creator Charles Schultz' longtime residence in the city. Approved by the Schu…Fri, 3 Feb 2012, 10:31 AM // jejuweekly.com
- Jeju United leadership aims for '3 plenties' in 2012 seasonJeju United leadership aims for '3 plenties' in 2012 season - This has been his philosophy since he became Uniteds head coach and believes the fans can expect much from this seasons squad. We should be within the top eight, Park said. No one expects Jeju to…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 03:26 PM // jejuweekly.com
- [Photo Essay] Snowy Jeju[Photo Essay] Snowy Jeju - Islanders have braced for bad weather over the next few days. Photographer Douglas MacDonald stepped out into the cold of the City Hall area of Jeju City late last night to capture a black and wh…Thu, 2 Feb 2012, 11:35 AM // jejuweekly.com
- Snow set to blanket island until weekendSnow set to blanket island until weekend - Along the coast 3 to 8 centimeters of snow are forecast, while on and around Mt. Halla, from 10 to 30 centimeters are predicted. Some locations may even see 50 centimeters...Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 02:20 PM // jejuweekly.com
- 3rd International Jeju Photo Contest winners announced3rd International Jeju Photo Contest winners announced - This year, there was an increase in non-Korean photographers participating in the competition accounting for a total of 225 pictures by foreigners from 16 different countries, with seven of the p…Wed, 1 Feb 2012, 01:49 PM // jejuweekly.com
- Jeju divers to receive 2.3 billion won in assistanceJeju divers to receive 2.3 billion won in assistance - Jeju City will invest 1.7 billion won to repair changing rooms on the island, and 264 million won to supplement their management expenses. Some of that money will also go towards paying for new d…Sat, 28 Jan 2012, 12:23 PM // jejuweekly.com
- Underwater electric transmission cable between Jeju and Jindo to be completed this AprilUnderwater electric transmission cable between Jeju and Jindo to be completed this April - The HDVC will be composed of two power transmission cables. This system will allow for the constant transfer of power for if one cable is not working properly, the other will be utilized. Also, t…Wed, 25 Jan 2012, 11:40 AM // jejuweekly.com
- Community CalendarCommunity Calendar - Exhibitions ...Fri, 20 Jan 2012, 04:38 PM // jejuweekly.com
- Through the lensThrough the lens - A winter vista of Jeju volcanic cones (oreum). Photo by Douglas MacDonald (Flickr.com/photos/dmacs_photos)Fri, 20 Jan 2012, 04:29 PM // jejuweekly.com
Seoulist
- A DJ-Designer’s Map of SeoulA DJ-Designer’s Map of Seoul - Seoul, according to designer and DJ, Neonethy. DJ Neonethy, or Nene for short, is not one to pigeonhole herself. A natural-born creator and explorer, she describes herself as adventurous and curious.…Sun, 29 Jan 2012, 08:05 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Seoulist Weekender: January 27–29Seoulist Weekender: January 27–29 - Things to keep you busy this weekend. Future Shorts Global Film Festival | January 28 Future Shorts presents “the world’s biggest pop-up film festival,” a global event taking place in Seoul on Saturd…Thu, 26 Jan 2012, 06:42 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Double DutyDouble Duty - The ubiquitous items we see all around Korea get a makeover with functional and decorative uses. Water cooler paper “cups” In a stroke of genius (or er, a mistake-turned-ingenuity?) by one of the edi…Mon, 23 Jan 2012, 11:28 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Seoulist Weekender: January 20–22Seoulist Weekender: January 20–22 - Things to keep you busy this Lunar New Year weekend. K-pop clothes at discounted prices | January 18–20 In an effort to promote emerging fashion designers, the Seoul Fashion Center is hosting a “Pop…Thu, 19 Jan 2012, 07:38 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Photo of the Week: MarketfacePhoto of the Week: Marketface - Navigating the innards of Namdaemun. A man walks the alleys of Namdaemun market. Photo by Ethan Chiang. — Recommend or submit your own Seoul scenes to scenes@seoulistmag.com.Tue, 17 Jan 2012, 07:10 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Everything Under the Sun and on the IceEverything Under the Sun and on the Ice - Brave the cold and experience the smorgasbord of winter activities at the Hwacheon Sancheoneo Ice Festival. I hail from Hawaii, a place where winter means lows of 18 degrees Celsius (65 °F), so I’m i…Sun, 15 Jan 2012, 07:13 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Seoulist Weekender: January 13–15Seoulist Weekender: January 13–15 - Things to keep you busy this weekend in Seoul. Live music & all-you-can-drink Ka-Brew boat show | January 14, 6–9 pm What’s better than live music and local brews? Live music and local brews while dr…Thu, 12 Jan 2012, 03:45 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- 11 in 2011: A Year in Review11 in 2011: A Year in Review - Happenings, affairs and scandals that rocked Seoul's international community in 2011, in good ways and bad. If you’re looking for the headlines that shaped Seoul or Korea in 2011, you won’t find it h…Tue, 10 Jan 2012, 08:02 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Seoulist Weekender: October 7–9Seoulist Weekender: October 7–9 - Things to keep you busy this weekend. Ulsan World Music Festival | October 6–9 Les Yeux Noirs from France, Dobe Gnahoré from the Cote d’Ivoire, Ladi6 from New Zealand, and Ojos de Brujo from Spain ar…Wed, 5 Oct 2011, 09:16 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
- Essential Apps for Life in SeoulEssential Apps for Life in Seoul - Get the most out of your smartphone with these apps. With the smart phone and tablet market growing by the day, people will always need cool new apps to dress up their gadgets with style. Yet for som…Mon, 26 Sep 2011, 07:38 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
