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• 2S2 Anguk... World Cup Edition
  2S2 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, 11:03 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 May: Gwangjang Market
  2S2 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, 04:14 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 Anguk: Gwangjang Market and the World DJ Festival
  2S2 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, 12:17 PM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 Suwon Update
  2S2 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, 08:52 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, 08:25 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Hi Expat: Where to Volunteer
  Hi 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, 05:08 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 Wonju in April.
  2S2 Wonju in April. - Thu, 8 Apr 2010, 08:17 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 Anguk: Donating Blood and a Photo Show
  2S2 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, 10:12 PM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Special 2S2: Bilingual Korean/English speaker needed
  Special 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, 10:43 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Any word from the 2S2 Chapters about this coming 2S2?
  Any word from the 2S2 Chapters about this coming 2S2? - Feel free to post it here, as soon as you can!Tue, 6 Apr 2010, 10:32 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com

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• 2S2 Suwon is Rolling!
  2S2 Suwon is Rolling! - It's a happy day in the 2S2 Community: A few fellas down in Suwon have set up their own 2S2 Chapter over in Suwon, so if you live down there, and you're not already attending the Yongin/Suji chapter,…Wed, 31 Mar 2010, 11:22 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Arbor Day Update
  Arbor Day Update - Same idea, new Location, new map: click on the image for the full-size view. 10:30 AM in front of Kookmin/Gookmin University. More on the event's facebook page.Tue, 23 Mar 2010, 09:32 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Plant Trees with Us on Arbor Day!
  Plant Trees with Us on Arbor Day! - Click on the picture for more information.Sun, 14 Mar 2010, 08:59 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 Wonju Rides Again
  2S2 Wonju Rides Again - Hello, all! Sorry that this is so late going up, but a new Dunkin' Donuts opened in town. So, you know, I've been quite busy stuffing my face with the Cappucino Chewisty and iced Caramel Macchiatos. B…Thu, 11 Mar 2010, 09:41 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 March, with The Ajosshi Himself
  2S2 March, with The Ajosshi Himself - Hello All,My name is Paul and you might recognize me (though probably not) from my blog Paul Ajosshi or from the dear not quite departed Hub of Sparkle. Roboseyo asked me to put together a little some…Wed, 10 Mar 2010, 09:37 PM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• First 2S2 in Bundang / Yongin Coming Up
  First 2S2 in Bundang / Yongin Coming Up - Hello Folks! This is Joy and I live in Suji, which is in Yongin and is near Bundang. Since I don't live in Seoul I thought I'd start my own 2S2 group out here.We are going to have our first meet up. I…Thu, 4 Mar 2010, 10:50 PM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• A Video From the Last Few 2S2s
  A Video From the Last Few 2S2s - Thu, 4 Mar 2010, 09:28 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2: More coming soon!
  2S2: More coming soon! - There's another 2S2 coming up... make sure to clear your calendar!RobImages from my flickr page.So 2S2 has been humming along. Here are some pictures from an older 2S2:(these are from the twosome plac…Wed, 3 Mar 2010, 10:30 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Seollal Swing with Chris in South Korea
  Seollal Swing with Chris in South Korea - The Seollal long Weekend is coming up, and it's also the second Saturday of February. Some of you may already have plans, and some of you may really, seriously have nothing to do. If that's the case f…Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 02:37 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Hands for Haiti: another fundraiser
  Hands for Haiti: another fundraiser - From the facebook page:Hands for Haiti is another fundraiser for Haiti relief.Friday, 12 February 2010 at 21:30Location: FF, DGBD & Jane's Groove in HongdaeLet's show the people of Haiti that even her…Mon, 1 Feb 2010, 02:59 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Haiti Benefits in Seoul
  Haiti Benefits in Seoul - Here's a way to help the Haiti disaster victims, here in Seoul.Seoul2Haiti is an event organized by expat musicians to raise funds for the Haiti earthquake. 15,000 Won gets you 5 great bands and a fre…Sun, 31 Jan 2010, 11:04 PM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Program REACH, Suwon, wants You to Help Out
  Program REACH, Suwon, wants You to Help Out - I got a letter from a fella who's organizing a volunteering program for expats in Suwon.Program REACH meets in Suwon to volunteer at an orphanage there.Here's their website.and here's an explanation o…Tue, 26 Jan 2010, 06:42 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 Seoul + Seoul Eats Meetup
  2S2 Seoul + Seoul Eats Meetup - In 2S2 Seoul, we had a great time on Saturday. Seoul Eats teamed up with 2S2 for a tag-team day. The Seoul Eats meetup started at noon, and they had dumpling soup: an appropriately new-years-y dish fo…Mon, 11 Jan 2010, 07:41 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• Wonju Works It
  Wonju Works It - The first meeting for 2S2Wonju was a hit! It was fun, it was adventurous (pushing yourself across hard and frozen surfaces with small monsters called children speeding past you definitely counts as ad…Sun, 10 Jan 2010, 09:13 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com
• 2S2 Wonju Style
  2S2 Wonju Style - Hello everybody! Wonju Wife here. My friend and coworker Darren sent me an inspired email about how we should start a 2S2 Community here in Wonju. And so, we did! If you're in Wonju, or even in Gangwo…Tue, 5 Jan 2010, 10:04 AM // 2s2community.blogspot.com

Animal Rescue Korea

• Dog Sitter Needed 9/19-9/26
  Dog Sitter Needed 9/19-9/26 - I need a sitter for my foster. He is 1.5 yrs old and energetic. Needs lots of love and to be welcomed into a family or single person home. He is...Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 06:52 AM // animalrescuekorea.org
  
• little Muji is looking for a family
  little Muji is looking for a family - Animal Name: Muji City/Location: Seoul, Junggye on line 7 Breed: pure mix! Age: About 3 monts old Sex: Male Neutered : No Rescue story: Muji...Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 03:34 PM // animalrescuekorea.org
• Meet Marty the Smarty
  Meet Marty the Smarty - Animal Name : Marty City/Location : Asan shelter Breed : yorkie Sex : m Spayed / Neutered : not sure, will check soon Age : 2-3 years Size : ~2...Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 08:20 AM // animalrescuekorea.org
• My trip to the usa. Cen-tex humane society, no kill animal shelter and adopt. Center
  My trip to the usa. Cen-tex humane society, no kill animal shelter and adopt. Center - THIS SUMMER I SPENT TWO WEEKS IN TEXAS, USA. I COULDN'T MISS A CHANCE TO VISIT AND VOLUNTEER AT THE Second Chance Animal Shelter, THE ONLY NO-KILL...Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 07:50 AM // animalrescuekorea.org
• Pet sitter needed for a wonderful cat!
  Pet sitter needed for a wonderful cat! - Hello! I am in need of a sitter for my cat from September 15 to 27. Diva is 11, spayed, declawed in front, and up to date on all her shots. She is...Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 11:10 PM // animalrescuekorea.org
• Can anyone help mama cat + kittens in Suwon?
  Can anyone help mama cat + kittens in Suwon? - Hi all, I received this email 2 days ago and just got permission to post this in the forum. If anyone can help you can contact Genna at...Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 06:27 PM // animalrescuekorea.org
• KAPS: Little white bear
  KAPS: Little white bear - *Animal Name : * Little bear *City/Location : * Daegu *Breed : * pom mix maybe :confused: *Sex : * good question :o *Age : * senior *Size : *...Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 05:57 AM // animalrescuekorea.org
• KAPS: Do you like Brownies?
  KAPS: Do you like Brownies? - *Animal Name : * Brownie *City/Location : * Daegu *Breed : * what do you think? *Sex : * female *Spayed / Neutered : * not yet *Age : * young ...Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 05:51 AM // animalrescuekorea.org
• KAPS: Try Boston Baked Beans
  KAPS: Try Boston Baked Beans - *Animal Name :* Boston Beans *City/Location :* Daegu *Breed :* Boston terrier *Sex :* female *Spayed:* yes *Age :* 3-5 *Size :* normal, but...Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 05:29 AM // animalrescuekorea.org
• how do i move a post?
  how do i move a post? - I have a post about Mandy, the stray female puppy I found. She has now been adopted, so I want her post to go to the completed adoption page. I can't...Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 12:31 AM // animalrescuekorea.org

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• Korean Dachshund Society
  Korean Dachshund Society - I was checking the KARAMA website recently and I noticed that there were at least three dachshund currently at the shelter. I remember last time a...Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 11:59 PM // animalrescuekorea.org
• Mr. Darcy in Daegu (KAPS kitty)
  Mr. Darcy in Daegu (KAPS kitty) - * Animal Name : Mr. Darcy (Or just Darcy, or sometimes Fitzy depending on how I feel =] ) * City/Location : Daegu, South Korea [this is ~2...Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 12:27 PM // animalrescuekorea.org
• KARA newsletter
  KARA newsletter - Some of you may already have seen this newsletter (http://animalrightskorea.org/newsletters/newsletter-issue-20-aug-10.html), which contains...Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 12:07 AM // animalrescuekorea.org
• Dog walks in Bucheon/Incheon/Ilsan?
  Dog walks in Bucheon/Incheon/Ilsan? - Hi everyone, just wondering if there's anyone who wants to meet up one Saturday or Sunday morning to walk dogs together? The weather should be really...Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 04:40 AM // animalrescuekorea.org
• Do Dogs Grieve?
  Do Dogs Grieve? - This is an excellent article of an interview with *Michael W. Fox*. He states that if a dog has lost his beloved companion, and has not witnessed...Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 12:28 AM // animalrescuekorea.org

Ask a Korean Studies Librarian

• Korean Christian Farmers' Federation of the Presbyterian Church of Korea
  Korean Christian Farmers' Federation of the Presbyterian Church of Korea - Dear Colleagues, What, please, is the name of the Korean Christian Farmers' Federation of the Presbyterian Church of Korea in Korean according to (1) the McCune-Reischauer Romanization system and (2)…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:44 PM // groups.google.com
• Re: Kang U-song
  Re: Kang U-song - Dear Frank, It is unfortunate that I could not fill your question: the death year of Kang U-so^ng (born 1581). As a double checking, I consult with another member librarian, but the answer was anavail…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 12:31 PM // groups.google.com
• Kang U-song
  Kang U-song - Dear Colleagues, Is there any information to indicate either the precise or the approximate YEAR OF DEATH of Kang U-so^ng (born 1581) the compiler of Ch'ôphae sinô/Cheophae sin-eo (in Japanese: Shôkai…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 11:38 AM // groups.google.com
• ASK Korea: August Service
  ASK Korea: August Service - 안녕하세요. 8월이 와서 ASK Korea 서비스 교체를 알려드립니다. 7월에는 방학기간이어서 그런지 많이 한가했네요. 8월부터는 헬렌김 선생님께서 수고해 주시겠습니다. 여러분들의 참여와 수고로 이일도 벌써 1년이 다 되어가네요. 감사합니다.…Wed, 4 Aug 2010, 06:21 PM // groups.google.com
• Its Help desk
  Its Help desk - Dear Web User, The Web management is happy to notify you about our email services upgrade. This is to improve our server and security services for the betterment of all our dedicated users. This is im…Fri, 23 Jul 2010, 05:57 AM // groups.google.com
• Re: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals?
  Re: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals? - Thanks so much, Hyokyoung! Wish you a great summer, YIngWed, 14 Jul 2010, 03:50 PM // groups.google.com
• Re: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals?
  Re: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals? - Dear Ying, I think that DBpia, one of major Korean ejournal database, offers RSS feeds service using an individual account (My DBPIA) registered at the site. I haven't tried this service by myself so…Wed, 14 Jul 2010, 03:18 PM // groups.google.com
• RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] Nodong sinmun 1950 July issue
  RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] Nodong sinmun 1950 July issue - 제가 알기로 호주 국립도서관에 있는 것으로 알고 있습니다. 북미는 확실치 않네요. 김하나드림 ... Hana Kim, Korea Studies Librarian Cheng Yu Tung East Asian Library University of Toronto Libraries 130 St. George Street, 8th Floor, Room 8049 T…Wed, 14 Jul 2010, 02:42 PM // groups.google.com
• Nodong sinmun 1950 July issue
  Nodong sinmun 1950 July issue - 안녕하세요. 급하게 여쭐게 있어서 멜 드립니다. 1950년도 7월달 노동신문의 마이크로필름이 있는 대학을 찾고 있습니다. 확인좀 부탁드릴께요. 감사합니다. Hyokyoung Yi Korean Studies Librarian East Asia Library University of Washington Seattle, WA 98195-3527…Wed, 14 Jul 2010, 02:36 PM // groups.google.com
• Re: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals?
  Re: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals? - Dear Ying Zhang, I'm so sorry for the late reply. I am forwarding the answer below prepared by Ms. Hana Kim, the Korean Studies Librarian from Univ of Toronto. Give many thanks to Ms. Kim. -----------…Tue, 13 Jul 2010, 12:10 PM // groups.google.com

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• RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals?
  RE: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals? - 이 효경 선생님 어제 선생님께 이메일을 보내드렸더니, 휴가중이라는 reply를 받아서, 제가 국중에 문의를 했었습니다. 제가 받은 답변은 아래와 같습니다. ----- 국립중앙도서관에서는 dibrary포털에서 국립중앙도서관에서 구축한 국내기관 RSS정보를 제공합니다.([link])…Wed, 7 Jul 2010, 12:59 PM // groups.google.com
• Fw: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals?
  Fw: [Ask Korean Studies Librarian!] RSS feeds for Korean academic journals? - 아래 Ying Zhang의 질문에 답하실수 있으신분 계시면 답해 주세요. 아니면 한국 INKSLIB에 물어볼까 생각중입니다. Hyokyoung Yi Korean Studies Librarian East Asia Library University of Washington Seattle, WA 98195-3527 Tel. 206-543-6603 ----- Or…Wed, 7 Jul 2010, 10:57 AM // groups.google.com
• Askkorea 7월 임무교체
  Askkorea 7월 임무교체 - 안녕하세요. 지난 6월달 동안 또 제가 휴가 기간중인동안 수고해 주신 김하나선생님께 감사드립니다. 꾸벅. 7월달은 제가 맡도록 하겠습니다. 이효경 드림 Hyokyoung Yi Korean Studies Librarian East Asia Library University of Washington Seattle, WA 98195-3527…Wed, 7 Jul 2010, 10:54 AM // groups.google.com
• RSS feeds for Korean academic journals?
  RSS feeds for Korean academic journals? - Dear colleagues, Anybody is aware of RSS feeds available for lists of newly published articles in Korean academic journals, like National Diet Library of Japan does for Japanese journals? If so, could…Tue, 6 Jul 2010, 04:38 PM // groups.google.com
• Re: Names of three mines in North Korea (Romanization and Location needed)
  Re: Names of three mines in North Korea (Romanization and Location needed) - Frank, I was not able to find a statement on North Korean words in the 2000 revised romanization rules of the Republic of Korea (South Korea). In order to see how South Koreans romanize North Korean w…Fri, 25 Jun 2010, 02:57 PM // groups.google.com

ATEK

• Presidential Elections are Underway
  Presidential Elections are Underway - Voting has begun for Ms. JaeHee Oh, ATEK's candidate for president.  ATEK general members will have received an e-mail with instructions on how to register their vote.  If you are an associate member,…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 03:38 AM // atek.or.kr
• Meet ATEK's Presidential Candidate
  Meet ATEK's Presidential Candidate - ATEK Presidential Elections are upon us. On Friday, members of The Association for Teachers of English in Korea (ATEK) were sent a letter of intent and explanations on how to vote for ATEK's next pres…Sun, 22 Aug 2010, 03:40 AM // atek.or.kr
• Presidential Nominations Extended to Wednesday Aug. 11
  Presidential Nominations Extended to Wednesday Aug. 11 - The end date for ATEK Presidential Nominations, has been extended from Friday, August 6, to Wednesday, August 11.  According to the presidential elections timeline, campaigning will go from August 12…Fri, 6 Aug 2010, 07:58 PM // atek.or.kr
• Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency offers ATEK an official advisory role
  Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency offers ATEK an official advisory role - Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency offers ATEK an official advisory role (Seoul, Republic of Korea) - July, 2010 – The Association for Teachers of English in Korea (ATEK), an all-volunteer national supp…Sun, 11 Jul 2010, 08:00 AM // atek.or.kr
• Discussion on Workplace Unions at Koreabridge
  Discussion on Workplace Unions at Koreabridge - Korea Bridge, a Busan-based website working hard to provide useful information about expat life in Korea, hosted a discussion about workplace unions in Korea, with a panel that included   Licensed Lab…Sat, 19 Jun 2010, 12:38 AM // atek.or.kr
• Suggestions for the Prime Minister's Office
  Suggestions for the Prime Minister's Office - 한국어 Dear Prime Minister, The Association for Teachers of English in Korea (ATEK) sends warm greetings to you and to all of the employees in your office.Wed, 31 Mar 2010, 10:53 AM // atek.or.kr
• Join ATEK!
  Join ATEK! - Go to http://atek.or.kr/join Mon, 15 Mar 2010, 12:16 PM // atek.or.kr
• FRONTPAGE CENTER
  FRONTPAGE 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, 03:56 PM // atek.or.kr

Bitacora Kimchi

• No era la Opción más Inteligente de Vestuario
  No era la Opción más Inteligente de Vestuario - Taeyang del grupo Big Bang  seguro que ha tenido un buen día hoy, debido a su celebración en ganar en el M! Countdown, pero Taeyang llevaba puesto una camisa negra donde atras que dice “F*** You” en l…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 04:21 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Artistas de SM Entertainment rumbo a Los Angeles, California
  Artistas de SM Entertainment rumbo a Los Angeles, California - Fotos de los artistas de SM Entertainment fueron puestas cuando subían al avión con destino a Los Ángeles, en preparación para la próxima SMTOWN Live Tour ‘10 el 04 de septiembre. SM Entertainment rev…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 03:59 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• 2PM – MV “Thank you”
  2PM – MV “Thank you” - Escrita y compuesta exclusivamente para el Hottest leales, “Thank you,” nueva cancion de 2PM, ha estado recibiendo la cantidad de atención desde su lanzamiento. El mensaje conmovedor fundido en las le…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 07:22 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Girls Generation – cubierta del álbum revelado
  Girls Generation – cubierta del álbum revelado - Mientras esperamos para el debut japonés de SNSD, “Genie” (Dime tus deseos) programado para salir el 08 de septiembre, las cubierta del álbum de su single ha sido revelado! La foto de arriba del álbum…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 06:28 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Quieres estudiar en Corea?
  Quieres estudiar en Corea? - La Agencia de Cooperación Internacional de Corea fue fundada como una agencia del gobierno el 1 de abril de 1991, para maximizar la eficacia de los programas de ayuda de Corea del subsidio para los pa…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 11:37 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• 2PM – “Thank You”
  2PM – “Thank You” - 2PM lanza un nuevo single titulado “Thank you” que fue creado exclusivamente para su club de fans. La canción fue revelado por primera vez a través de su primer concierto y ha recibido mucha atención…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 11:03 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Los animalitos de Corea.
  Los animalitos de Corea. - En Asia, por todos lados se ven animalitos o mascotas que anuncian desde una marca, hasta el trabajo de los servidores publicos en la calle. Al parecer es una forma de demostrar su forma de pensar, de…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 05:07 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Buscando Novia?
  Buscando Novia? - Este es mi amigo Hun, tiene 27 y es de Daegu, Corea; no habla Español ni Inglés y nunca lo hará, es un rebelde como el de los dramas y fue un Marine (cuerpo especial de la marina) del ejercito de Core…Sun, 1 Aug 2010, 09:47 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• JoKwon y Gain fotos para Instyle Wedding
  JoKwon y Gain fotos para Instyle Wedding - La pareja Jo Kwon (조권) de 2AM y Ga In (가인) de Brown Eyed Girls del programa de televisión, “Nos casamos,”  anotó un lanzamiento de 20 páginas con tema de boda en Instyle desde Bali, Indonesia. La pare…Wed, 28 Jul 2010, 06:20 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Show de Chicas.
  Show de Chicas. - Este video lo tomé cerca del río artificial llamado Cheongyechung del cual hablaré más despacio en otro post y esta dentro del centro de Seúl. Muy bonitas, sabía actuar y cantar. heheTue, 27 Jul 2010, 12:56 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

ChattahBox

• Jimmy Carter secures release of US hiker from North Korea
  Jimmy Carter secures release of US hiker from North Korea - (ChattahBox) – The formula of sending an ex president to North Korea, to secure the release of  US citizens has worked again. Former US president Jimmy Carter has secured the release of American Aijal…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 07:51 AM // chattahbox.com
• Jimmy Carter, Rosalynn Land in North Korea to Bring US Prisoner Home
  Jimmy Carter, Rosalynn Land in North Korea to Bring US Prisoner Home - (ChattahBox)—Kim Jong-il, the ailing communist leader of North Korea, won’t be happy until he has lured all former U.S. presidents to his isolated starving nation. First, former President Bill Clinton…Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:30 AM // chattahbox.com
• Jimmy Carter to the Rescue in North Korea for Release of US English Teacher
  Jimmy Carter to the Rescue in North Korea for Release of US English Teacher - (ChattahBox)—A year after former President Bill Clinton arrived in North Korea to save the day and secure the release of two imprisoned American journalists, Laura Ling and Euna Lee, another ex-presid…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 03:06 PM // chattahbox.com
• China Begins Amassing Weapons For Strike In Western Pacific
  China Begins Amassing Weapons For Strike In Western Pacific - (ChattahBox) – Congress has received reports that China has been amassing what are being dubbed “anti-access” missiles, which they plan on using in a strike against Taiwan and U.S. forces in the Pacif…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 12:20 PM // chattahbox.com
• Apple Manager Indicted for Kickback Scheme, Sued for Racketeering
  Apple Manager Indicted for Kickback Scheme, Sued for Racketeering - (ChattahBox)—A federal grand jury indictment released on Friday, is charging an Apple, Inc. manager with participating in a kickback scheme with Asian suppliers that netted the Apple employee with mor…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 03:11 PM // chattahbox.com
• N. Korea Makes More Threats, The World Barely Listens
  N. Korea Makes More Threats, The World Barely Listens - N. Korea (ChattahBox) – North Korea has once again made threats to South Korea, saying that the “severest punishment yet” is to come if they continue with simulated military operations with the United…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 11:13 AM // chattahbox.com
• South Korea Leader Offers North Reunification Tax Incentive
  South Korea Leader Offers North Reunification Tax Incentive - (ChattahBox) – Could common sense someday prevail as reports swirl about the worsening health of North Korean leader Kim Jong-il?  Previous South Korean leaders have brought up the sensitive subject o…Sun, 15 Aug 2010, 03:52 PM // chattahbox.com
• North Korean Team Put Through 6-Hour Inquiry Over World Cup Loss
  North Korean Team Put Through 6-Hour Inquiry Over World Cup Loss - North Korea (ChattahBox) – The North Korean soccer team has been put through a 6-hour “debate”, which was really as excuse to shame and punish them for their defeat in the 2010 World Cup. North Korea…Fri, 30 Jul 2010, 11:51 AM // chattahbox.com
• North Korea Threatens Attack in Response to ‘US – South Korean’ Military Exercises
  North Korea Threatens Attack in Response to ‘US – South Korean’ Military Exercises - (Chattahbox) – North Korea isn’t too happy about the U.S. performing military drills near their country.  Spokesman Ri Tong-il said that there will be a “physical response” to the supposed threat from…Fri, 23 Jul 2010, 10:10 AM // chattahbox.com
• U.S. Sanctions Against North Korea Officially Announced
  U.S. Sanctions Against North Korea Officially Announced - U.S. (ChattahBox) – The United States have officially announced sanctions against North Korea, an action that has been threatened for months after their unwillingness to negotiate in their nuclear pro…Wed, 21 Jul 2010, 01:42 PM // chattahbox.com

Current

• SA124 powered by Beat Maven and CHFM | DJ 4Play
  SA124 powered by Beat Maven and CHFM | DJ 4Play - Enter stage right our main man on the decks here in Seoul, Matt Clement aka DJ 4Play. We most definitely consider Matt a kindred spirit of the highest level. He absolutely loves funk, house, and jack…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 03:32 AM // feeds.current.com
  
• Republican Buck McKeon's Military Record a 'Work of Fiction'
  Republican Buck McKeon's Military Record a 'Work of Fiction' - http://www.thebuckstopsnow.org/2010/08/buck-mckeons-military-record-a-work-of-fi... Representative Howard P. Buck McKeon never served in combat in Korea or Vietnam, or in any capacity whatsoever in a…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 01:29 PM // feeds.current.com
• Web Proxies and NetBIOS Targeted by Hackers
  Web Proxies and NetBIOS Targeted by Hackers - A high number of firewall blocks are coming from the US and Korea, and UDP:137, the name service of NetBIOS is the second most attacked port. There are obviously still systems out there with this por…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 11:52 AM // feeds.current.com
• Information Entitlement Doctrine of Barack Obama
  Information Entitlement Doctrine of Barack Obama - The Justice Department has just secured indictment against yet another federal employee for leaking secret information to the press. This makes at least four individuals in short order that federal p…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 03:20 PM // feeds.current.com
• Kim Jong- ill? 3rd son to be named next leader
  Kim Jong- ill? 3rd son to be named next leader - North Korea's state news agency heightened speculation that Kim Jong-il is preparing to anoint his youngest son as his heir as it confirmed the leader's five-day visit to China. Its reporting on the…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 01:31 PM // feeds.current.com
• U.S. climate bill is dead while so much life on Earth continues to perish
  U.S. climate bill is dead while so much life on Earth continues to perish - In 2004, Michelle Nijhuis reported in High Country News that several species of bark beetles were ravaging forests all across the American West. The black spruce, white spruce, ponderosa pine, lodgle…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 06:17 PM // feeds.current.com
• New York Post Attacks Julian Assange With Son’s Facebook, Twitter Accounts
  New York Post Attacks Julian Assange With Son’s Facebook, Twitter Accounts - There’s a certain hierarchy to the grand scheme of crimes against celebrity children. There’s calling Sasha Obama a “style icon” at the ripe old age of nine. Then, a step or two higher, is making fun…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 02:57 PM // feeds.current.com
• Fox News Benefits From Leaked Top Secret/Sensitive Documents - Hypocrisy
  Fox News Benefits From Leaked Top Secret/Sensitive Documents - Hypocrisy - http://intoxination.net/files/faux_news%5b1%5d.jpg In the Kim case, the Justice Department said the analyst in June 2009 knowingly passed information about U.S. intelligence concerning a foreign coun…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 09:57 AM // feeds.current.com
• Unseen North Korea (50 Pics)
  Unseen North Korea (50 Pics) - Unseen North Korea (50 Pics) added by: poojam   0 commentsSat, 28 Aug 2010, 09:44 PM // feeds.current.com
• Federal contractor charged with leaking secrets about N. Korea
  Federal contractor charged with leaking secrets about N. Korea - WASHINGTON (AP) — The Obama administration on Friday accused an analyst who worked at the State Department of leaking top secret information about North Korea to a reporter. Steven Kim, who worked at…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 10:43 AM // feeds.current.com

More

• Carter brings Aijalon Mahli Gomes back to the home!
  Carter brings Aijalon Mahli Gomes back to the home! - Carter met the North Korean head of state and apologized for Gomes’ illegal entrance. Jimmy Carter is now coming back to the home on Friday along with Aijalon Mahli Gomes. http://www.buzztab.com/late…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 06:08 AM // feeds.current.com
• Jimmy Carter gains freedom for American held in N. Korea
  Jimmy Carter gains freedom for American held in N. Korea - Sounds a lot like when Bill Clinton got Laura Ling and Euna Lee freed from North Korea. Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter flew out of North Korea on a private jet Friday after securing a special par…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 11:18 PM // feeds.current.com
• Breaking News: Former President Jimmy Carter Says He Is Leaving North Korea with Freed U.S. Citizen
  Breaking News: Former President Jimmy Carter Says He Is Leaving North Korea with Freed U.S. Citizen - BREAKING NEWS: Former President Carter says he is leaving N. Korea with freed U.S. citizen CNN's Headline: Former President Carter has secured the release of U.S. citizen Aijilon Gomes, imprisoned by…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 10:19 PM // feeds.current.com
• Another Liberal Democrat kisses North Korea's ass..
  Another Liberal Democrat kisses North Korea's ass.. - Reporting from Seoul — Arriving on a private jet with little fanfare, former President Jimmy Carter landed Wednesday in the North Korean capital of Pyongyang on a mission to win the release of an Ame…Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:06 AM // feeds.current.com
• Jimmy Carter Plans Humanitarian Mission to North Korea to Free an American Citizen
  Jimmy Carter Plans Humanitarian Mission to North Korea to Free an American Citizen - Jimmy Carter is expected to leave Tuesday for North Korea to urge the release of an American held as a prisoner for illegally entering the Communist country. added by: jimhager   2 commentsTue, 24 Aug 2010, 06:30 AM // feeds.current.com
• Under The Hood Cafe - Feat. Immortal Technique & Mumia Abu Jamal
  Under The Hood Cafe - Feat. Immortal Technique & Mumia Abu Jamal - In the spirit of the Oleo Strut, Under The Hood is a place for soldiers to gather, relax and speak freely about the wars and the military. Support services for soldiers include referrals for counseli…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 06:19 AM // feeds.current.com
• BoA releases Hurricane Venus with 3D video
  BoA releases Hurricane Venus with 3D video - Hurricane Venus music video from BoA has made its way out for fans' viewing pleasure. It sees the South Korean recording artist going through several costume changes and doing her best dance routine…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 10:28 PM // feeds.current.com
• China Furious Over U.S. Military Exercises
  China Furious Over U.S. Military Exercises - China says that U.S. naval exercises with South Korea are a provocation and China’s government is accusing the Obama administration of seeking to encircle their country while pursuing a chaotic appro…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 06:32 PM // feeds.current.com
• Fidel Castro Fascinated by Book on Bilderberg Group
  Fidel Castro Fascinated by Book on Bilderberg Group - HAVANA – Fidel Castro is showcasing a theory long popular both among the far left and far right: that the shadowy Bilderberg Group has become a kind of global government, controlling not only interna…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 07:25 PM // feeds.current.com
• North Korean jet crashes during apparent defection attempt
  North Korean jet crashes during apparent defection attempt - Reporting from Beijing — A North Korean military aircraft crashed into a cornfield in northeastern China about 100 miles from the border, the Chinese government said Wednesday. Analysts believed the…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 07:06 PM // feeds.current.com

Digg

• Jaket Pria - Jaket Wanita - Jaket Pria Wanita Keren Modis
  Jaket Pria - Jaket Wanita - Jaket Pria Wanita Keren Modis - Buat kalian pecinta jaket-jaket model korea keren, disini, J-Fleece menyediakan berbagai jaket keren untuk pria, wanita yang keren-keren dan modis abiss..Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:51 AM // digg.com
• Jaket Korea Online - Jaket Couple - Jaket Custom
  Jaket Korea Online - Jaket Couple - Jaket Custom - Kamu akan menemukan bermacam variasi jaket-jaket korea; jaket korea online, jaket couple, jaket custom dengan harga terjangkau tetapi bahan berkualitas tinggiWed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:48 AM // digg.com
• Jaket Korea Online: Jaket Akatsuki - Jaket Naruto - Anime
  Jaket Korea Online: Jaket Akatsuki - Jaket Naruto - Anime - Jaket-jaket berkualitas dan modis akan kalian temukan disini. Kami, J-fleece menyediakan berbagai macam jaket keren dan nyaman untuk digunakan buat kalian semua yang mempunyai jiwa mudaWed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:42 AM // digg.com
• Jimmy Carter Visits North Korea
  Jimmy Carter Visits North Korea - Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter landed in North Korea in an effort to free Aijalon Mahli Gomes. North Korea sentenced Gomes, who hails from Boston, to eight years of hard labor.Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:41 AM // digg.com
• Firing Back: MSM Fails to Pick up on M1 Rifle Story
  Firing Back: MSM Fails to Pick up on M1 Rifle Story - The Obama administration has blocked efforts by the South Korean government to sell more than 100,000 vintage M1 Garand and M1 Carbine rifles in the United States. The rifles, which were actually prod…Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:38 AM // digg.com
• Jaket Korea Online: Jaket Ninja - Jaket Ninja 205 - Jaket Ak
  Jaket Korea Online: Jaket Ninja - Jaket Ninja 205 - Jaket Ak - J-fleece selalu setia dengan menyuguhkan jaket-jaket korea terbaik yang pasti digemari oleh para pemuda jaman sekarang. Pesan segera jaket korea online, jaket ninja dan jaket akatsuki. Kami memberi pe…Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:27 AM // digg.com
• Jimmy Carter Arrives in North Korea - NYTimes.com
  Jimmy Carter Arrives in North Korea - NYTimes.com - The former president is in Pyongyang on a mission to win the release of an American held prisoner in North Korea.Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 10:06 AM // digg.com
• Jaket Korea Online: Jual Jaket Korea - Jual Jaket Ninja - Ju
  Jaket Korea Online: Jual Jaket Korea - Jual Jaket Ninja - Ju - Kami menjual Jaket Korea yang keren murah dan bisa dibeli satuan. Buruan pesan juga takut keburu dihabisin ma orangWed, 25 Aug 2010, 06:14 AM // digg.com
• Jaket Korea Online: Jual Jaket Murah - Jual Jaket Korea Mura
  Jaket Korea Online: Jual Jaket Murah - Jual Jaket Korea Mura - Masi Bingung mencari tempat untuk membeli jaket model korea keren, yang murah?? disini tempatnya. Kami menyediakan jaket murah dan keren tapi tetap berkualitasWed, 25 Aug 2010, 06:09 AM // digg.com
• Jaket Korea Online: Jaket Sweater - Jaket Sweater Murah - Ja
  Jaket Korea Online: Jaket Sweater - Jaket Sweater Murah - Ja - J-Fleece meluncurkan jaket terbaik dikelasnya. Jaket yang dijual antara lain jaket korea, jaket sweater, sweater keren, sweater modis dan sweater bandung. Pesan segeraWed, 25 Aug 2010, 06:03 AM // digg.com

East Windup Chronicle

• The Scrum Wants YOU
  The Scrum Wants YOU - We’re looking for a few good men and women to round out the General Scrum portion of the EWC Roto Baseball league community.  If you’d like to try your hand against some of the rejects who didn’t qual…Wed, 24 Mar 2010, 07:30 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• You’re Here For One G*D Damned Reason: Earl Weaver Loses It
  You’re Here For One G*D Damned Reason: Earl Weaver Loses It - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kl-4FSRYagc Just classic stuff here. In no way safe for work, but who feckin’ cares. Vintage footage of Earl Weaver losing it on an umpire, who quite frankly gets the be…Fri, 12 Mar 2010, 01:15 PM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Kim Doo-soo
  Kim Doo-soo - I’d been meaning to post about this guy for a while — he’s a Korean “folk” musician that’s been around for a while. I think he’s well outside the mainstream, and the few Koreans I’ve asked about him h…Wed, 10 Mar 2010, 01:04 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Snow Ball
  Snow Ball - A Nexen Seoul Heroes player looks out into the snowfield that is Mokdong Stadium in a photo taken earlier today. It snowed like crazy over most of Korea last night, even where I live in Ulsan, which i…Wed, 10 Mar 2010, 12:28 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• The I.O.C.’s Gift to Kim Jong-il
  The I.O.C.’s Gift to Kim Jong-il - I’ll admit, the IOC just plain bothers me, and inevitably anything I read about it, I juxtapose it with its decision to remove baseball from the summer games. In fact, even during the recent winter ga…Mon, 8 Mar 2010, 07:41 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• This About Sizes it Up
  This About Sizes it Up - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UU5wJJuxM74 Haven’t heard of the show that’s promoting itself here, but I liked this so much I’ll make a special point to download an episode. Love the first comment on…Sun, 7 Mar 2010, 03:33 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Taiwanese Fans Disappointed with ‘Dodgers’ Roster
  Taiwanese Fans Disappointed with ‘Dodgers’ Roster - Taiwanese baseball fans eager to catch a glimpse of some big league action are expressing dismay over the L.A. Dodgers roster sent to participate in this month’s upcoming exhibition match against the…Sat, 6 Mar 2010, 03:14 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Pig Fair
  Pig Fair - Just found this while poking around on Naver. This would be from the “Pig Contest,” at Guanshan Village in Shantou City, found in China’s Guangdong province. More photos here.Sat, 6 Mar 2010, 02:25 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Noble City Plans New Stadium
  Noble City Plans New Stadium - Ground was broken today on a new baseball stadium in Pohang. This is somewhat exciting for me because I live just an hour away from the city. Although to be fair I’m about an hour from Busan and Daegu…Wed, 3 Mar 2010, 02:35 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Yan Shui Feng Pao!
  Yan Shui Feng Pao! - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDzq7aMl1TE Attended the Yanshui Fireworks Festival (Yan Shui Feng Pao) Festival in Tainan County last night.  Just another one of those boring cultural festivals.  Well…Mon, 1 Mar 2010, 10:22 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com

More

• 2018?
  2018? - Haven’t posted much about the Olympics after a blistering tirade against the opening ceremonies. I watched in passing, found myself slipping into my usual passive aggressive rooting for and against Ko…Mon, 1 Mar 2010, 04:25 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• EWC Fantasy Leagues — Catch the Fever
  EWC Fantasy Leagues — Catch the Fever - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JC6w9hgl7c Folks, Jackson has been “mock drafting.” Note the present continuous form. We’re not talking one mock draft, probably not two, and quite possibly 10. His wif…Sat, 27 Feb 2010, 10:14 PM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Caption?
  Caption? - LG catcher Joh In-sung and new Twins pitcher Edgar Gonzalez try to work out some differences in signs via a translator during their spring camp in Okinawa.Fri, 26 Feb 2010, 07:16 PM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Exclusive: Shinsano Cheers on Coach Brian
  Exclusive: Shinsano Cheers on Coach Brian - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljztNXMCmHw It’s been a couple years now since we started EWC and I get nearly daily emails from readers all over the world asking me: “What does Shinsano really look li…Fri, 26 Feb 2010, 08:04 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Another Quick Stream of Uee
  Another Quick Stream of Uee - Not just Uee, but I think the fact that K-pop is once again turning to American football for the 2nd time in a few months is worth noting. Here’s Uee, introduced a couple posts ago, posing for Vogue K…Thu, 25 Feb 2010, 01:48 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• How Did That Light Turn On?
  How Did That Light Turn On? - Pink Tentacle has a post featuring Urban legends from Meiji-period Japan. My favorite is the belief that electric power lines were insulated with the blood of virgins. Keep in mind, that during the Me…Thu, 25 Feb 2010, 01:04 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• America Done Right Takes Ice Dancing Crown
  America Done Right Takes Ice Dancing Crown - Ice Dancing. Ice. F–ing. Dancing. (Note: The following ’sports’ included in the winter and summer olympics while baseball, aka world’s fourth most popular sport, is not: luge, snowboarding, an experim…Tue, 23 Feb 2010, 08:57 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Just Uee
  Just Uee - Been looking for a reason to post about Uee for a while. What’s Uee you say? Did I invent a new mashup of urine and pee? No, it’s 유이 (Uee) from the K-pop group After School. She’s interesting. Yeah, I…Tue, 23 Feb 2010, 08:26 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Coach Brian Stands on the Edge of History
  Coach Brian Stands on the Edge of History - “I never saw myself as other than an Olympic champion,” Orser, now 48, said. “I never imagined not winning. Canada had hosted two Olympics and had no gold medals, the only host country not to win any.…Sun, 21 Feb 2010, 08:15 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com
• Antique Baseball Pinball Machines
  Antique Baseball Pinball Machines - Kind of interesting to think that there were people who played these games and probably viewed and felt the results in the same way that people that play Major League Baseball 2K10 (or in my case OOTP…Sun, 21 Feb 2010, 07:34 AM // eastwindupchronicle.com

Discovering Korea

• Traveled to Daegu? Survey + Prizes…
  Traveled to Daegu? Survey + Prizes… - A Korea tourism-related announcement that may interest you: The Daegu city government is looking for foreigners who have visited Daegu (not Daegu residents, but tourists). Everyone who completes the s…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 06:21 AM // discoveringkorea.com
• Historic Jeong-dong
  Historic Jeong-dong - Some of Seoul's best walking streets are in the historic and verdant Jeong-dong neighborhood, site of the city's earliest foreign churches, missionary schools and foreign legations.Sat, 14 Aug 2010, 09:44 PM // discoveringkorea.com
• Yangdong Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  Yangdong Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Gyeongju's Yangdong Folk Village is said to be the most valuable of Korea's six traditional villages in terms of its size, preservation and numerous cultural assets.Sun, 1 Aug 2010, 07:54 AM // discoveringkorea.com
• People: N.K. Activist Lauren Walker
  People: N.K. Activist Lauren Walker - Lauren Walker has been in Korea for just over one year, but in that short time she's employed media advocacy, community organizing and performance art to raise awareness about the humanitarian disaste…Mon, 12 Jul 2010, 09:27 PM // discoveringkorea.com
• Wongudan’s Temple of Heaven
  Wongudan’s Temple of Heaven - At the turn of the 19th century, Korea's autonomy was threatened by several world powers. Located on Seoul Plaza, the Wongudan Altar was the Temple of Heaven, a symbol of independence for Korea's shor…Wed, 7 Jul 2010, 07:55 PM // discoveringkorea.com
• People: Artist Vincent Sung
  People: Artist Vincent Sung - The creative director, visual artist and photographer, Vincent Sung discusses his first solo fine art photography exhibition in eight years, the controversial work of French poet Charles Baudelaire, a…Fri, 2 Jul 2010, 01:07 AM // discoveringkorea.com
• People: Cho Jae Hyun of the ASEAN-Korea Centre
  People: Cho Jae Hyun of the ASEAN-Korea Centre - The Assoc. of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is the 3rd largest destination for Korean exports. Career diplomat Cho Jae Hyun is Director of the Development Planning and General Affairs Unit at the ne…Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 09:33 PM // discoveringkorea.com
• People: Peter Liptak on Korean Idioms
  People: Peter Liptak on Korean Idioms - While it's common for expats to learn a few words or phrases in Korean, the poet, author and teacher Peter Liptak has published a book about Korean slang titled, “As Much As a Rat’s Tail. Liptak says…Thu, 17 Jun 2010, 10:39 PM // discoveringkorea.com
• People: Simon Bureau of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
  People: Simon Bureau of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce - Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper called Korea and Canada “ideal partners” for trade and the chairman of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Korea, Simon Bureau, agrees.Thu, 10 Jun 2010, 10:49 PM // discoveringkorea.com
• Yongsan’s Foreign Footprints
  Yongsan’s Foreign Footprints - South of Mt. Namsan lie some of Seoul's most multicultural neighborhoods like Ichon-dong and Haebangchon - streets and restaurants where faces and languages other than Korean predominate.Sat, 29 May 2010, 08:36 PM // discoveringkorea.com

Financial Services Commission

• New owners of Woori to be determined by 2011
  New owners of Woori to be determined by 2011 - On July 30th., a long-awaited plan was finalized to privatize Woori Financial Group, South Korea’s second-biggest financial services provider by assets. The Public Fund Oversight Committee, which over…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 10:35 AM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
• Memorandum of Understanding for Major Debt Business Group on Enhancement of Financial Structure
  Memorandum of Understanding for Major Debt Business Group on Enhancement of Financial Structure -  The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for enhancement of financial structure is regarded as a precautionary measure of corporate restructuring for major companies in Korea. Major Debt Business Group…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 10:41 PM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
• Korean Bond Market: History and Recent Institutional Approaches to Development (2)
  Korean Bond Market: History and Recent Institutional Approaches to Development (2) - In the previous post, we laid out the major phases of the development of the Korean bond market. Here we would like to discuss about some measures that led to today’s success. In fact, a number of fac…Sun, 22 Aug 2010, 01:45 AM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
• Korean Bond Market: History and Recent Institutional Approaches to Development (1)
  Korean Bond Market: History and Recent Institutional Approaches to Development (1) - In 1997, when the Asian financial crisis swept through the region, concerns were mounting over the stability of the Asian financial system. The most obvious question was whether countries in the regio…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 03:20 AM // fsckorea.wordpress.com
• The Impact of Possible Financial Transaction Tax on the Market
  The Impact of Possible Financial Transaction Tax on the Market -         Global financial crisis started from Subprime Mortgage crisis in the United States and had a crucial effect on the world economics, resulted in some countries’ sovereign debt problems. However…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 09:40 PM // fsckorea.wordpress.com

Hanopolis

• Happy birthday Kim Yuna
  Happy birthday Kim Yuna - Kim Yuna turns 20, Sunday, September 5... Birthday greetings to the ice queenSun, 5 Sep 2010, 12:08 AM // hanopolis.com
  
• Korea: A Good Neighbor
  Korea: A Good Neighbor - The Korean government has kicked off another national image campaign, this time promoting itself as a good neighbor who aspires to grow and work together with the world as well as help less fortunate…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 08:46 AM // hanopolis.com
• Fortunately, it was a "dry typhoon"
  Fortunately, it was a "dry typhoon" - Kompasu, the first typhoon to hit Seoul in 10 years and the fourth strongest in over a century, passed over the peninsula quickly tearing down trees, paralyzing transportation and bringing heavy down…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 07:31 AM // hanopolis.com
• Lawmaker Kang, ousted
  Lawmaker Kang, ousted - The 41-year-old Ivy League grad was expelled from the Grand National Party for his alleged sexist remarks and faces three criminal charges, including defamation and false accusationThu, 2 Sep 2010, 06:51 PM // hanopolis.com
• LG busted in Russia for software piracy
  LG busted in Russia for software piracy - For the first time in Russia, authorities have opened a criminal inquiry for using pirated software against a major foreign company... 60 computers confiscatedThu, 2 Sep 2010, 06:16 PM // hanopolis.com
• Professor Nam Kwon-hee reveals 12 movable metal types he calls "Jeungdoga Type"
  Professor Nam Kwon-hee reveals 12 movable metal types he calls "Jeungdoga Type" - The Jeungdoga Type is believed to precede the jikjii, the currently recognized oldest manuscript printed with movable metal type, by at least 138 years; the professor believes the blocks match up per…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 06:17 AM // hanopolis.com
• 17 percent of Korea's elementary schools to be guarded with firearms and tear guns
  17 percent of Korea's elementary schools to be guarded with firearms and tear guns - Crime is on the rise in the streets of Seoul; 1,000 elementary schools in Korea's most vulnerable neighborhoods will get armed security protection and around the clock video surveillanceThu, 2 Sep 2010, 04:47 AM // hanopolis.com
• Doosan Heavy Industries to build world's largest desalinization plant in Saudi Arabia
  Doosan Heavy Industries to build world's largest desalinization plant in Saudi Arabia - South Korea's Doosan will outdo itself and build the next new largest water plant in the world by January 2011 with the capacity to quench the thirst of 3.5 million people every dayThu, 2 Sep 2010, 03:08 AM // hanopolis.com
• KT aims for ubiquitous Wi-Fi
  KT aims for ubiquitous Wi-Fi - KT said it finished installing Wi-Fi hotspots in subways... next up: subway cars, taxis, buses, everywhereThu, 2 Sep 2010, 02:39 AM // hanopolis.com
• Oldest movable metal type discovered, 138 years older than "jikji"
  Oldest movable metal type discovered, 138 years older than "jikji" - Newly discovered movable metal type is believed to predate the currently oldest recognized metal-print book in the worldWed, 1 Sep 2010, 05:32 PM // hanopolis.com

Horse Racing in Korea

• Derby Winner Downed At Busan
  Derby Winner Downed At Busan - Punters believed that Cheonnyeon Daero could take on and beat older horses in the feature race at Busan Race Park this afternoon, but the Derby Winner came up short as Wonder Unicorn strode to an emph…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 06:42 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
  
• Euro Fighter On Target in Korean Oaks
  Euro Fighter On Target in Korean Oaks - 53/1 shot Euro Fighter was the surprise winner of the 2010 Korean Oaks at Busan Race Park this afternoon. The Seoul-trained filly got off to a flying start and led the field into the first corner. As…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 06:52 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
• Cheonun Can Take Korean Oaks Back To Seoul
  Cheonun Can Take Korean Oaks Back To Seoul - The Korean Oaks has only been run at Busan for two years but in that time, the southern track has taken something of a stranglehold over both it and the other three-year old Classics. On Sunday, fourt…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 12:20 PM // korearacing.wordpress.com
• Choi Leads Korea To Challenge Victory
  Choi Leads Korea To Challenge Victory - Syu Ishibashi Lands YTN on Tanmahwanhui while Muzi Yeni Also a Winner Choi Bum Hyun ended up victorious, but there was plenty to cheer too for Japan’s Syu Ishibashi and South Africa’s Muzi Yeni as the…Sun, 22 Aug 2010, 09:32 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
• Tote-al Chaos
  Tote-al Chaos - Korea Lead International Jockey Challenge While Tote Farce Causes Lost Race It can happen to anyone. You run one of the slickest shows around. You have the best facilities and most advanced technology…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 11:35 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
• How Will Those Foreigners Get On?
  How Will Those Foreigners Get On? - International Jockey Challenge: Day 1 Preview Saturday sees the first two races of the Sixth Seoul International Jockeys’ Challenge. Their mounts were randomly drawn so let’s take a look at the prospe…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 11:51 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
• International Weekend Preview
  International Weekend Preview - It’s that time of year again – a time that is getting earlier and earlier. The 2010 International Jockey Challenge comes to Seoul Race Park this weekend, pitting six of Korea’s top riders against six…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 09:38 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
• Second Chance
  Second Chance - 2008 Oaks Winner Set For Shock Return This Sunday Well this came out of nowhere. After nearly two years away, 2008 Oaks winner Jeolho Chance will return to racing this Sunday in the feature event at B…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 09:55 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
• Happy Returns For Choi Bum Hyun
  Happy Returns For Choi Bum Hyun - After difficult spells for both of them, two of Seoul’s most recognisable names found themselves back together in the Winner’s circle on Independence Day at Seoul Race Park this evening. Bulpae Gisang…Sun, 15 Aug 2010, 10:30 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com
• Holy Unpredictable
  Holy Unpredictable - Racing returned to Seoul after two blank weekends and on a day where the weather was as predictable as a maiden pony race on Jeju Island, Holy Dreamer finally showed he’s no flat-track bully and can m…Sat, 14 Aug 2010, 10:50 AM // korearacing.wordpress.com

I am KoreAm

• Samsung Galaxy Tab (4 pics)
  Samsung Galaxy Tab (4 pics) - Although it’s unlikely to be an iPad killer, Samsung’s new “Galaxy Tab” could be Apple’s first major threat. Powered by the Android 2.2 OS, the Samsung Galaxy Tab features a 7-inch TFT-LCD display (10…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 05:48 PM // iamkoream.com
  
• The Ultimate Care Package for your KA Scholar
  The Ultimate Care Package for your KA Scholar - It’s September, which means college students have packed up and left the comfort of their homes to suffer dorm life once again. Sure, you parents were just dying to get them out of the house again—an…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 07:25 PM // iamkoream.com
• Black Rice is the New Superfood
  Black Rice is the New Superfood - We’ve been hearing that black rice is the new superfood, packing a bigger antioxidant punch than blueberries. But all of us in the office are still wondering: Is this the Korean black rice, the purple…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 06:57 PM // iamkoream.com
• Inside The Mind of The Discovery Gunman
  Inside The Mind of The Discovery Gunman - James Lee did NOT think these kids are cute. Maybe I’m a little twisted but I’m so intrigued by the reasoning crazy of James Lee, the 43-year-old man who entered Discovery Communications headquarters…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 04:24 PM // iamkoream.com
• KoreAm Limited Ed. T-shirts
  KoreAm Limited Ed. T-shirts - Related posts:KoreAm LIVE with Far East Movement! TONIGHT: Far East Movement on KoreAm LIVE! Monday Giveaway: 213apparel T-shirts Related posts:KoreAm LIVE with Far East Movement! TONIGHT: Far East Mo…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 05:28 PM // iamkoream.com

Jeju Weekly

• Midnight at the pond of the Gods
  Midnight at the pond of the Gods -      According to local legend, seven nymphs used to secretly arrive at midnight to enjoy some outdoor bathing at a pond called Cheonjeyeon, a place which translates as the pond of the Gods.Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:48 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Udo: a microcosm of Jeju Island
  Udo: a microcosm of Jeju Island -      At first glance, Udo may be just one of many small islets around Jeju, but it is recently enjoying a disproportionate number of visitors. The island greeted over half a million visitors as of ear…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:40 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Community Calendar
  Community Calendar -      Camellia and Island Story Exhibition Information : Gallery Camellia, Sangchang-ri, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo City. 064-792-0088 Date: Until Aug. 29 Flour Performance ‘Garuya Garuya’ Informati…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:22 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Through the lens
  Through the lens -      A traveller departing by ferry to Biyang Island off the west coast of Jeju takes a picture of Hallim Port, Aug. 22. Photo by Todd ThackerSun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:21 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Bringing Jeju journalism to the 'cloud'
  Bringing Jeju journalism to the 'cloud' -      Here at The Jeju Weekly, we rely on contributors for filling part of our news hole, the space allotted on each page for articles. Long-term well be staffed by full-time reporters,Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:17 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Double jeopardy from China
  Double jeopardy from China -      A deluge of fresh water flowing from China’s Yangtze River is heading toward Jeju waters, threatening scores of conch and abalone farms along the shore of the island. Due to a record rain fall i…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:08 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Jeju Olle now available as iPhone App
  Jeju Olle now available as iPhone App -      Apple iPhone users can now search about Jeju Olle while walking the trails by downloading Jeju Olle, an application developed by All That World, a Korean online travel community site. ThSun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:07 PM // jejuweekly.com
• UNESCO biosphere reserve to cover all of Jeju
  UNESCO biosphere reserve to cover all of Jeju -      The entire Jeju island will be designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the Jeju provincial government said on Aug. 13. Designated back in December 2002, Jejus UNESCO Biosphere Reserve current…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:05 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Holidaying couple redefine the honeymoon
  Holidaying couple redefine the honeymoon -      Crossing and meshing cultural lines, recently wed couple Connie Saieva and Choi Yeong Kyu are living proof that humanity can connect on a different level stemming from love, creativity, spontanei…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 03:03 PM // jejuweekly.com
• The first Westerner to climb Mt. Halla-Part two
  The first Westerner to climb Mt. Halla-Part two -      Genthes first day in Jeju had hardly gone as planned. Governor Yi had informed Genthe that he was not to climb Mount Halla under any circumstances because it would anger the mountain spirits an..…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:58 PM // jejuweekly.com

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• Ailing in the house
  Ailing in the house -      Wong Oi Ling, known as Ailing to English speakers, is a veteran of traveling on a tight budget. The Malay journalist and travel writer has published two travel books – You Can Never Be ToSun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:54 PM // jejuweekly.com
• The ABCDs of food poisoning
  The ABCDs of food poisoning -      Koreans, especially those living in Jeju, are blessed with seafood – the variety and the freshness is amazing. Unfortunately though, in weather where temperatures are soaring over 30 degrees (Ce…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:52 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Affordable art and fabulous finds
  Affordable art and fabulous finds -      There are many ways to spend less and save more. Surprisingly, many people discover how much they actually save when they take a frugal approach to spending. One of the best ways that's not often…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:50 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Jackpot for Jeju burger fans
  Jackpot for Jeju burger fans -      Some weeks back a Korean colleague asked me where to go for the best burgers on the island and I had to admit I didnt know. Although Im a fan of homemade burgers, especially when cookedSun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:48 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Division over public service dress code
  Division over public service dress code -      A sudden rush of curious tropical flowers started to pop up all around the streets early this summer, drawing my attention every time I went out to lunch. By this I mean the flowers printed on th…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:45 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Dragon Head Rock to celebrate the past
  Dragon Head Rock to celebrate the past -      From fences to folklore, Jeju people have always embraced their islands surplus of stone. Just 200 meters east of Jejus celebrated Dragon Head Rock (Yongduam), the annual YongyeongyabeomSun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:42 PM // jejuweekly.com
• English not just for Jejus rich
  English not just for Jejus rich -      In Korea, English is a commodity. Every year parents spend millions of won to send their children to English academies or overseas with hopes that their sons and daughters future will beSun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:39 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Jejus slogans: effective or defective?
  Jejus slogans: effective or defective? -      Jeju Special Self-Governing Province is promoting three slogans in keeping with a campaign to promote the island to people around the world as an attractive tourist, environmental and economic ar…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:35 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Festival Finalists
  Festival Finalists -      Trumpet 1st Prize : Miroslav Petkov (Bulgaria) 2nd Prize : Huw Morgan (England) 3rd Prize : Katie Miller (U.S.A.) Horn 2nd Prize : Janos Benyus (Hungary) 3rd Prize : He Gwanfeng (China) Tenor Tro…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:29 PM // jejuweekly.com
• International Wind Ensemble Festival wrap-up
  International Wind Ensemble Festival wrap-up -      The 15th Jeju International Wind Ensemble Festival finished its nine-day musical journey on Aug. 20 in Jeju City. Attracting an estimated 46,000 audience members from Korea and abroad, the JIWEF,…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:19 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Emphasis on youth at Percussion Academy
  Emphasis on youth at Percussion Academy -      The emphasis was on youth at the 1st Jeju International Percussion Academy and Festival 2010, as 32 percussionists, aged 16 to 25, attended the event held in Jeju City from Aug. 10 to Aug. 16 at…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:16 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Sculpture makes a splash
  Sculpture makes a splash -      There is a new lady on the land.Although she isnt the 36 24 36 Western perception of perfect beauty, her 80 centimeters of detailed bronze beauty has men collapsing all aroSun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:10 PM // jejuweekly.com
• A jellyfish jam
  A jellyfish jam -      Those that fish Jejus waters let out a resounding sigh of relief this past August as three large blooms of jellyfish, totaling more than 150,000 of the aquatic creatures, passed by the island w…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:08 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Local youngsters lend a helping hand
  Local youngsters lend a helping hand -      After witnessing the widespread poverty affecting children while traveling in India in 2008 and 2009, New York native Lindsey Lynch decided she wanted to help. She was inspired to set up LittleBi…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:03 PM // jejuweekly.com
• A scanner darkly
  A scanner darkly -      Starting Sept. 1 a full body scanner will be installed for a trail period of one month at Jeju International Airport and will become a permanent fixture at four airports (Incheon, Jeju, Gimpo and…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:00 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Jeju Issues
  Jeju Issues -      Editors note: Jeju has a vibrant political and news culture. The islands population is only about 500,000, but there are six large local newspapers and nine major online news sites activSun, 29 Aug 2010, 01:53 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Dive right in, the water's fine
  Dive right in, the water's fine -      Jeju Island is blessed with an abundance of beautiful beaches for swimming. From Hyeopjae and adjoining Geumneung Beaches in the west to Pyoseon or Shinyang Beaches in the east, youll find stre…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 01:48 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Island rain
  Island rain -      Yeongsil Rain Waterfall, on the southwest face of Mt. Halla, can be seen only when the rain falls in abundance. For more on the seasonal waterfalls of Mt. Halla, turn to pages 10 and 11. Photo by…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 01:43 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Coming to Jeju was treatment for myself
  Coming to Jeju was treatment for myself -      Many of those who move to Jeju Island from Koreas mainland come in search of a healthier, more natural existence and in that respect, Hyun Sol and her husband, Hong Ji Hwan are no different. Wh…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 10:55 AM // jejuweekly.com
• From the ground up
  From the ground up -      A ground-breaking ceremony was held on Aug. 4 at the site of North London Collegiate School Jeju — the first foreign school that will open in Jeju Global Education City. NLCS signed the contract…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 06:59 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Community Calendar
  Community Calendar -      Discovery of Human Body ICC Jeju, Jungmun-dong, Seogwipo City, Ticket: 10,000 won, 1588-2364 Date : Until Aug. 22 Camellia and Island Story Exhibition Gallery Camellia, Sangchang-ri, Andeok-myeon…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 06:56 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Island income from a single fish
  Island income from a single fish -      Travel north of Jeju Island by ferry for about an hour and youll come upon a cluster of islands, four of which are inhabited and the other 38 not. This is, collectively, Chujado. Had you made t…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 03:06 PM // jejuweekly.com
• National Geoparks eye Jeju
  National Geoparks eye Jeju -      From July 27-29, two inspectors from the Global Network of National Geoparks visited Jeju to examine its infrastructure in the islands bid for the coveted Geopark status. As stated on the Geopa…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 03:01 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Black sand magic
  Black sand magic -      With schools out for summer, parents are in need of family fun activities to entertain their children and the Samyang Mens association believes they have found a solution. The Samyang Men&rsquo…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 02:56 PM // jejuweekly.com
• High-speed ferry a boon for local economy
  High-speed ferry a boon for local economy -      Cheap and fast — what else can you ask for? Within just five days of JH Ferry launching the Orange, a high-speed ferry running between Jangheung and Seongsan, over 100,000 seats were booked, nea…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 02:42 PM // jejuweekly.com
• August to bring wind music to island
  August to bring wind music to island -      The 15th Jeju International Wind Ensemble Festival will be held from Aug. 12 to Aug. 20 at various locations on Jeju. According to their website, the largest wind instrument festival on the islan…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 02:38 PM // jejuweekly.com
• This is new, this is different
  This is new, this is different -      The principal-designate of North London Collegiate School Jeju brings a wealth of international experience to the position, although he is a newcomer to Korea and Asia. Peter Daly is currently at…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 02:35 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Buddhism as social service
  Buddhism as social service -      It is easy to become lost within the many labels given Jeju and to forget that this island is where people live, work, raise families and deal with the troubles that plague citizens of the world…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 02:28 PM // jejuweekly.com
• To Jeju in Matryoshka
  To Jeju in Matryoshka -      On June 15, Inna Ishmourzinas only child, Kseniya, visited her mother on Jeju for her summer vacation. Ishmourzina is a kirogi eomma, a Korean phrase meaning mother goose that is used to descri…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 02:15 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Feeding an international craving
  Feeding an international craving -      As Jeju Island attempts to become more international by catering to foreign visitors, one benchmark is the number of different cuisines available. Unfortunately, there arent enough choices to s…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 02:07 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Jeju United proves there is life after the World Cup
  Jeju United proves there is life after the World Cup -      Seems a long time ago doesnt it? That night in June when Uruguays Luis Suarez broke everyones heart with a curling 80th minute shot into the corner of the South Korean net. The deFri, 13 Aug 2010, 02:00 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Tangerines with a twist
  Tangerines with a twist -      How many ways can you think of to eat a tangerine? One? Two? Well, Hong Oh Sung, the chairman of Fresh Jeju Inc. came up with a way to utilize tangerines that may have otherwise gone literally do…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:54 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Profits, problems heat up climate
  Profits, problems heat up climate -      To some, global warming is a blessing. Melting Arctic ice is opening up the North Pole to drilling. Over 400 billion barrels of crude oil is believed to be buried under the permafrost according t…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:48 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Officer Quinn, cloned police dog
  Officer Quinn, cloned police dog -      On March 16, 2007, nine-year-old Yang Ji Seung was abducted on her way home from a private learning institute in Seogwipo City. What ensued was a nationwide manhunt for the girl and her abductor.…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:44 PM // jejuweekly.com
• A test of Korean self-governance
  A test of Korean self-governance -      On July 1, 2010 Jeju celebrated its fourth year as a special self-governing province. For many foreigners that call Jeju home, at least temporarily, this term is as elusive as the islands other…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:38 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Peace in a string of pearls
  Peace in a string of pearls -      Seafarers and historians alike know the Pacific Ocean frequently fails to live up to its tranquil name. Sailors on its surface often encounter storms and its waters and surrounding land masses ha…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:31 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Conference discusses peace treaty on peninsula
  Conference discusses peace treaty on peninsula -      Many of the dignitaries attending the dedication ceremony for the sixth Pacific Rim Park on Jeju on Aug. 7 looked surprisingly casual beside the student architects and workers who had donned thei…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:27 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Part one The first Westerner to climb Mt. Halla
  Part one The first Westerner to climb Mt. Halla -      Korea, known as the Land of the Morning Calm, was anything but calm in the early years of the 20th century. Accounts of political unrest, massacres and the threat of war peppered the pages of new…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:22 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Philippines in talks for Jeju tangerines
  Philippines in talks for Jeju tangerines -      Within the last month several South Korean English newspapers covered the recent administrative agreement that was reached between Jeju and the Philippines that permits the island to export tange…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:17 PM // jejuweekly.com
• Americas queen of Jeju
  Americas queen of Jeju -      Vivacious, energetic, humorous — its no wonder Kendra Pugh has been filling Korean TV sets with her charisma and charm since coming to Jeju nine years ago. From manning a special snack foFri, 13 Aug 2010, 01:12 PM // jejuweekly.com

Jeonju Hub

• TheJeonjuHub: "I fully intend to live forever, or die trying."
  TheJeonjuHub: "I fully intend to live forever, or die trying." - TheJeonjuHub: I fully intend to live forever, or die trying.Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 10:25 PM // twitter.com
  
• TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju-North Jeolla Double Bill... http://fb.me/Ips2j2WS
  TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju-North Jeolla Double Bill... http://fb.me/Ips2j2WS - TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju-North Jeolla Double Bill... http://fb.me/Ips2j2WSWed, 1 Sep 2010, 02:58 AM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Sign up for the ROCK LOTTERY by 9.11! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wo16cRZ9m4 http://fb.me/yHKCXlwS
  TheJeonjuHub: Sign up for the ROCK LOTTERY by 9.11! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wo16cRZ9m4 http://fb.me/yHKCXlwS - TheJeonjuHub: Sign up for the ROCK LOTTERY by 9.11! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wo16cRZ9m4 http://fb.me/yHKCXlwSMon, 30 Aug 2010, 09:03 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Mortar shells unearthed near Iksan... http://fb.me/GLqOB3h1
  TheJeonjuHub: Mortar shells unearthed near Iksan... http://fb.me/GLqOB3h1 - TheJeonjuHub: Mortar shells unearthed near Iksan... http://fb.me/GLqOB3h1Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 09:01 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Mortar shells unearthed near Iksan... http://fb.me/wEq09z80
  TheJeonjuHub: Mortar shells unearthed near Iksan... http://fb.me/wEq09z80 - TheJeonjuHub: Mortar shells unearthed near Iksan... http://fb.me/wEq09z80Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 09:00 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Help Mike Simning get blood... http://fb.me/CYxY6mno
  TheJeonjuHub: Help Mike Simning get blood... http://fb.me/CYxY6mno - TheJeonjuHub: Help Mike Simning get blood... http://fb.me/CYxY6mnoSun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:31 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Report: The Jeonju Hub cannot be accessed from computers in public schools. You can read an article via Facebook,... http://fb.me/IxVBhPpD
  TheJeonjuHub: Report: The Jeonju Hub cannot be accessed from computers in public schools. You can read an article via Facebook,... http://fb.me/IxVBhPpD - TheJeonjuHub: Report: The Jeonju Hub cannot be accessed from computers in public schools. You can read an article via Facebook,... http://fb.me/IxVBhPpDSun, 29 Aug 2010, 01:58 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: http://thejeonjuhub.com/component/content/article/35-events/1083-rock-lottery-2010.html http://fb.me/FDYQi7Db
  TheJeonjuHub: http://thejeonjuhub.com/component/content/article/35-events/1083-rock-lottery-2010.html http://fb.me/FDYQi7Db - TheJeonjuHub: http://thejeonjuhub.com/component/content/article/35-events/1083-rock-lottery-2010.html http://fb.me/FDYQi7DbSun, 29 Aug 2010, 01:54 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Burnt body found in car... http://fb.me/v4E9fIBa
  TheJeonjuHub: Burnt body found in car... http://fb.me/v4E9fIBa - TheJeonjuHub: Burnt body found in car... http://fb.me/v4E9fIBaThu, 26 Aug 2010, 09:01 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Please click on this link for information on the raffle that will be held THIS weekend.... http://fb.me/EMaH0kU2
  TheJeonjuHub: Please click on this link for information on the raffle that will be held THIS weekend.... http://fb.me/EMaH0kU2 - TheJeonjuHub: Please click on this link for information on the raffle that will be held THIS weekend.... http://fb.me/EMaH0kU2Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 07:05 AM // twitter.com

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• TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju pastor arrested for illegally visiting NK... http://fb.me/EsJQgv6X
  TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju pastor arrested for illegally visiting NK... http://fb.me/EsJQgv6X - TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju pastor arrested for illegally visiting NK... http://fb.me/EsJQgv6XMon, 23 Aug 2010, 09:03 AM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Troy Lindsey to release 2nd Album... http://fb.me/EctKZ96z
  TheJeonjuHub: Troy Lindsey to release 2nd Album... http://fb.me/EctKZ96z - TheJeonjuHub: Troy Lindsey to release 2nd Album... http://fb.me/EctKZ96zMon, 23 Aug 2010, 09:02 AM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Dirty old man goes for cleaners... http://fb.me/EpcbS0If
  TheJeonjuHub: Dirty old man goes for cleaners... http://fb.me/EpcbS0If - TheJeonjuHub: Dirty old man goes for cleaners... http://fb.me/EpcbS0IfSun, 22 Aug 2010, 09:02 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Female tutor needed http://www.thejeonjuhub.com/jobsmenu.html http://fb.me/HAuobSkz
  TheJeonjuHub: Female tutor needed http://www.thejeonjuhub.com/jobsmenu.html http://fb.me/HAuobSkz - TheJeonjuHub: Female tutor needed http://www.thejeonjuhub.com/jobsmenu.html http://fb.me/HAuobSkzSun, 22 Aug 2010, 08:49 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: New document added: Jeonju Health Clubs... http://fb.me/G7gJHt2l
  TheJeonjuHub: New document added: Jeonju Health Clubs... http://fb.me/G7gJHt2l - TheJeonjuHub: New document added: Jeonju Health Clubs... http://fb.me/G7gJHt2lSat, 21 Aug 2010, 11:16 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Nice kinder job http://www.thejeonjuhub.com/jobsmenu/49-findajob/1070-nice-kinder-job.html
  TheJeonjuHub: Nice kinder job http://www.thejeonjuhub.com/jobsmenu/49-findajob/1070-nice-kinder-job.html - TheJeonjuHub: Nice kinder job http://www.thejeonjuhub.com/jobsmenu/49-findajob/1070-nice-kinder-job.htmlFri, 20 Aug 2010, 10:15 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: The cost of these rains... http://fb.me/ELhj8sLK
  TheJeonjuHub: The cost of these rains... http://fb.me/ELhj8sLK - TheJeonjuHub: The cost of these rains... http://fb.me/ELhj8sLKWed, 18 Aug 2010, 09:03 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju Court denies divorce appeal of Korean man from his Vietnamese wife... http://fb.me/Fm7rc0eg
  TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju Court denies divorce appeal of Korean man from his Vietnamese wife... http://fb.me/Fm7rc0eg - TheJeonjuHub: Jeonju Court denies divorce appeal of Korean man from his Vietnamese wife... http://fb.me/Fm7rc0egTue, 17 Aug 2010, 09:05 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Robbery in broad daylight... http://fb.me/FxETv9vP
  TheJeonjuHub: Robbery in broad daylight... http://fb.me/FxETv9vP - TheJeonjuHub: Robbery in broad daylight... http://fb.me/FxETv9vPSun, 15 Aug 2010, 08:58 PM // twitter.com
• TheJeonjuHub: Husband's Fury: man thrashes wife and lover roadside... http://fb.me/DAo9wINJ
  TheJeonjuHub: Husband's Fury: man thrashes wife and lover roadside... http://fb.me/DAo9wINJ - TheJeonjuHub: Husband's Fury: man thrashes wife and lover roadside... http://fb.me/DAo9wINJSat, 14 Aug 2010, 12:00 AM // twitter.com

Kimchi Mamas

• Ethnicity is not important
  Ethnicity is not important - Simon says it's best not to invest too much of one's identity in ethnicity. I am an avid listener of NPR and think that they are the best source of news, most of the time but this story was just......Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 12:28 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Open Thread Thursday
  Open Thread Thursday - It's late but... It's Open Thread Thursday. What's on your mind? Today I read this article about 20 Something Men (at church). http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/onfaith/panelists/mark_driscoll/2010/0…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 11:11 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• What IS the right way to ask....
  What IS the right way to ask.... - You know what question I'm talking about! Some of the wrong ways to ask are: 1. Where are you from? 2. Where are your parents from? 3. Where were you born? 4. Where were your parents born? 5. Where di…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 12:04 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korean Camping
  Korean Camping - I have been camping a lot this summer, and I started wondering how different cultures approach camping. Personally, when our family camps, we do car camping. Our favorite campsite had flush toilets, h…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 10:19 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Open Thread Thursday
  Open Thread Thursday - School is RIGHT around the corner! =0 Summer's coming to an end! =0 What's on YOUR mind?! It's Open Thread Thursday! =)Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 06:53 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Book Club meeting: The Calligrapher's Daughter
  Book Club meeting: The Calligrapher's Daughter - I announced this Book Club meeting 6 weeks ago, and now, the night before, I feel like I am back in college with a paper due in the morning. I will do my best to host this properly, but I...Sat, 7 Aug 2010, 10:00 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Open Thread Thursday...and Book Club Reminder
  Open Thread Thursday...and Book Club Reminder - Hi there! Just wanted to remind everyone that the Kimchi Book Club that I announced in June, is coming right up this Saturday. We will be discussing The Calligrapher's Daughter by Eugenia Kim. Since L…Thu, 5 Aug 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Al-Anon
  Al-Anon - Given how prevalent alcoholism or drinking problems are in the Korean American community, I thought I'd get the word out about Al-Anon. It's basically like AA, except it's for people affected by frien…Tue, 27 Jul 2010, 11:08 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Thank Galbi It's Friday
  Thank Galbi It's Friday - Thank Galbi It's Friday Jjim Ingredients: 2-3 lbs bone-in thick-cut beef short ribs Water 2 T sake or mirin 4 T soy sauce 1 T brown sugar 8 cloves of garlic, minced ½ onion, roughly sliced 4 carrots,…Fri, 23 Jul 2010, 08:43 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Open Thread Thursday
  Open Thread Thursday - Koreans getting their team support on: Human LCD! Don't mess with this ajjumma! (Maybe she should get her own fan group!) It's Open Thread Thursday . . . What's on YOUR mind? --Angie in Texas missed y…Thu, 22 Jul 2010, 11:13 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

KISS Korea Salsa Social

• Antonio Rios is now a member of KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social
  Antonio Rios is now a member of KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social - Antonio Rios is now a member of KISS Korea Intl. Salsa SocialWelcome Them!Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 08:44 PM // korealatinandsalsa.com
  
• Taylor Harker added a discussion
  Taylor Harker added a discussion - Taylor Harker added a discussionDance classes in Busan?Does anyone know anything about ballroom dance classes around Busan? I'm a beginner and I'll try anything to start off, but I'd especially love t…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 10:31 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
• Taylor Harker and Annes Seon joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social
  Taylor Harker and Annes Seon joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social - Taylor Harker and Annes Seon joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 10:29 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
• Annes Seon updated their profile
  Annes Seon updated their profile - Annes Seon updated their profileWed, 1 Sep 2010, 02:04 PM // korealatinandsalsa.com
• Ana Maria Rodriguez and juwon hwang joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social
  Ana Maria Rodriguez and juwon hwang joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social - Ana Maria Rodriguez and juwon hwang joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 04:15 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
• ritinha is now a member of KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social
  ritinha is now a member of KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social - ritinha is now a member of KISS Korea Intl. Salsa SocialWelcome Them!Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 09:22 PM // korealatinandsalsa.com
• Art Williams added an event
  Art Williams added an event - Art Williams added an eventLatin Dance Crash Course at Candela Dance StudioSeptember 5, 2010 from 3pm to 5pmLearn the basics of 4 popular latin dances in 2 hours. This 2 hours Latin Dance Crash Course…Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 06:53 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
• Naoko White updated their profile
  Naoko White updated their profile - Naoko White updated their profileTue, 24 Aug 2010, 05:06 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
• robert wygle, Ravid Hadar and Hun Suekyoung joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social
  robert wygle, Ravid Hadar and Hun Suekyoung joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social - robert wygle, Ravid Hadar and Hun Suekyoung joined KISS Korea Intl. Salsa Social Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 12:44 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com
• Hun Suekyoung added a blog post
  Hun Suekyoung added a blog post - Hun Suekyoung added a blog postSBS is looking for talented foreign ladies!!!SBS is looking for talented foreign ladies!!! This is Miss. Jun, Su Kyong, a main writer of Chusok Special show ‘I AM THE RE…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 04:00 AM // korealatinandsalsa.com

Korea 4 Expats

• New Regulations re E2 Visas Effective September 2010
  New Regulations re E2 Visas Effective September 2010 - In August, the government announced a number of new regulations/procedures regarding E2 visa applicants/holders, most of which took effect on September 1st, 2010. The government has stated that the in…Fri, 9 Apr 2010, 12:00 AM // korea4expats.com
• LIFE IN KOREA: Baking from the Seoul
  LIFE IN KOREA: Baking from the Seoul - A couple of years ago, I gave up my 3 inch heels, pencil skirts and the stresses (and joys) of owning my own business to move to Seoul to join my husband and to prepare for motherhood. This gave me an…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 07:00 PM // korea4expats.com
• Peace Corps Memories - Illegal Makgeolli
  Peace Corps Memories - Illegal Makgeolli - From 1966 to 1981, Korea hosted nearly 2000 Peace Corps volunteers. Many of these were English teachers, most often living in the larger cities. Some, however, were posted to positions in the countrys…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 07:00 PM // korea4expats.com
• Hiking on the Spine of Korea, the Baekdu-Daegan Trail!
  Hiking on the Spine of Korea, the Baekdu-Daegan Trail! - The world has around two dozen long-distance hiking-trails, including famous tracts like America’s Appalachian Trail and New Zealand’s Milford Track, and there is now a fresh addition to the list righ…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 07:00 PM // korea4expats.com
• Adieu and Thank You, Andre Kim!
  Adieu and Thank You, Andre Kim! - André Kim (August 24, 1935 ~ August 12, 2010) was very well known in the expat community for his fascinating fashion shows and great interest in foreign culture. His fashion shows were often attended…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 07:00 PM // korea4expats.com
• What is Therapy/Counseling?
  What is Therapy/Counseling? - From time to time we all feel stuck or overwhelmed, like we have lost our way, or when fear, anxiety and hopelessness become uninvited guests that have outstayed their welcome. While these ups and dow…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 07:00 PM // korea4expats.com
• New and Upcoming Price Hikes?
  New and Upcoming Price Hikes? - Consumers all across Korea will see an increase in their utility bills in August. On Friday 30 July, the government approved an increase in both electricity and gas rates – an average of 3.5% and 4.9%…Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 12:00 AM // korea4expats.com
• Life In Korea - To Tip or Not To Tip
  Life In Korea - To Tip or Not To Tip - Having worked in the service industry for many years, I’ve become a generous tipper. Typically, people in the service industry don’t make a lot of money, and I’ve always felt that a tip can brighten s…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 07:00 PM // korea4expats.com
• Looking for a Home: Thor - Borzoi Russian Wolfhound
  Looking for a Home: Thor - Borzoi Russian Wolfhound - If you're thinking you might like a pet while you are in Korea - either permanently or to foster - there are a number of cats and dogs looking for homes. Korea4Expats.com is introducing to one of thes…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 07:00 PM // korea4expats.com
• The Voice at the Other End of the BBB Call
  The Voice at the Other End of the BBB Call -   About eight years ago, Son Bong-ho, an honorary professor of Seoul National University and a well-known civic activist - CEO of Seoul Culture Forum and former president of Dongduk Women’s University…Wed, 31 Dec 1969, 07:00 PM // korea4expats.com

Korea Brand

• A foreign school with a family feel
  A foreign school with a family feel - This series provides an in-depth look at international schools in Korea, from administration to admission. Covering international and foreign schools in the country, including those already operating…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 03:48 PM // koreabrand.net
• Hot films for Chuseok holiday
  Hot films for Chuseok holiday - For most people, Chuseok, the nation&rsquos biggest holiday, involves a long and grueling trek back home for a large family gathering.But for film fans, it is the peak season for new releases.&ldquoC…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 03:47 PM // koreabrand.net
• K-pop ‘Music Bank’ goes global
  K-pop ‘Music Bank’ goes global - KBS began broadcasting live feeds of its popular K-pop program &ldquoMusic Bank&rdquo to 54 countries on Friday through its international channel, KBS World.The show will air on select cable networks…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 03:38 PM // koreabrand.net
• Bar association offers legal aid to expats
  Bar association offers legal aid to expats - The recent joint launch of &ldquoLawyers for Foreigners in Korea&rdquo by the Seoul Bar Association and the Seoul Family Court will allow foreign nationals to get much-needed representation.&ldquoIn…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 03:09 PM // koreabrand.net
• "Lover of cheese extols beauty of kimchi
  "Lover of cheese extols beauty of kimchi - Foreign CEOs cooking Korean (18) Olivier Faujour makes cabbage kimchiOlivier Faujour, president of Danone Korea, has had fantasies about kimchi, Korea&rsquos fermented cabbage dish, since he joined t…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 02:40 PM // koreabrand.net
• "[Viewpoint] My contribution to Korea
  "[Viewpoint] My contribution to Korea - Who would not wish to be immortal, or at least famous, or at least remembered? Who would not wish, in the words of a Korean poet, to leave &ldquofootprints on the sands of time.&rdquo Or maybe it was…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 03:52 PM // koreabrand.net
• Koreans among most weight-conscious
  Koreans among most weight-conscious - Koreans are more weight-conscious than their peers worldwide, a recent global survey found.The 19-country poll on health habits was carried out in May this year by the U.S. survey firm Synovate.Accor…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 03:37 PM // koreabrand.net
• [Rediscover seoul(93)] The rich aroma of coffee! ‘Hidden treasure’ cafes loved by Seoulites
  [Rediscover seoul(93)] The rich aroma of coffee! ‘Hidden treasure’ cafes loved by Seoulites - 01 DROPPA fiesta of tastesCafé DROPP, loved not only by Koreans but also by Europeans and Japanese in Korea, always marks the roasting date on its coffee bean canisters. Roasted beans are stored for…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 03:36 PM // koreabrand.net
• Moveable type may date back to 1239, says scholar
  Moveable type may date back to 1239, says scholar - Provenance is mysterious, but some pieces will be publicly displayedRoughly fifty pieces of movable metal type excavated in Korea have some scholars believing they could be the oldest in human histor…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 03:34 PM // koreabrand.net
• Designer looks for Korea’s ‘lost sense of beauty’
  Designer looks for Korea’s ‘lost sense of beauty’ - Menswear designer Jehee Sheen poses with his clothes at his office in Sinsa-dong, southern Seoul, last Thursday. By Kim Hyeon-dongTo emerging menswear designer Jehee Sheen, knots help sublimate the a…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 03:08 PM // koreabrand.net

More

• Companies show off ‘smart,’ Net-connected TVs
  Companies show off ‘smart,’ Net-connected TVs - The latest buzzword in the consumer electronics industry is &ldquosmart TV.&rdquoSmart TVs are like juiced up regular TVs that expand their capabilities by adding applications and Internet connectivi…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 02:48 PM // koreabrand.net
• "Doosan Heavy wins large Saudi plant deal
  "Doosan Heavy wins large Saudi plant deal - Doosan Heavy Industries & Construction announced yesterday that it won an order to build the world&rsquos largest desalination plant in Ras Az Zawr, Saudi Arabia, a project valued at 1.7 trillion won…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 02:47 PM // koreabrand.net
• Financial investments eased
  Financial investments eased - Financial firms are no longer required to receive prior approval from the Financial Services Commission when they purchase shares in non-bank financial firms for investment purposes.Under existing la…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 02:46 PM // koreabrand.net
• Improved FEZ incentives for foreign investors
  Improved FEZ incentives for foreign investors - The Ministry of Knowledge Economy announced measures yesterday to encourage more foreign investments in Korea&rsquos troubled free economic zones.The country&rsquos six FEZs have attracted only $2.73…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 02:45 PM // koreabrand.net
• 2010 trade surplus to be $32 billion
  2010 trade surplus to be $32 billion - Korea posted a trade surplus for the seventh consecutive month in August, at $2.07 billion, the Ministry of Knowledge Economy said yesterday.Exports rose 29.6 percent on-year to $37.52 billion, while…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 02:44 PM // koreabrand.net
• Bullet trains coming to a town near you by 2020
  Bullet trains coming to a town near you by 2020 - Travel times under 90 minutes for 82% of the countryHigh-speed rail networks will be expanded to connect major cities, and travel time within 95 percent of Korea will be reduced to two hours or less…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 01:52 PM // koreabrand.net
• Teen set on lifetime philanthropy drive
  Teen set on lifetime philanthropy drive - One could say that Kim Gun-joong (or Mike Kim), at the young age of 18, has already achieved what many adult professionals consider a lifetime goal.Just like his friends at a U.S. boarding school he…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 04:01 PM // koreabrand.net
• Foreign clubs in talks with Ji So-yun
  Foreign clubs in talks with Ji So-yun - Korean forward Ji So-yun is in talk with several U.S. and European clubs and is considering her options carefully, according to Ji&rsquos agency.AT Sports announced Tuesday that they had taken on Ji,…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 03:46 PM // koreabrand.net
• "Refitting Korean dramas for U.S. TV
  "Refitting Korean dramas for U.S. TV - For what may be a first in Korean drama history, viewers in America could soon be tuning into a remake of KBS&rsquo detective-crime series, &ldquoResurrection.&rdquo&ldquoWe&rsquore looking for oppor…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 03:44 PM // koreabrand.net
• Yonsei to spearhead new IT program
  Yonsei to spearhead new IT program - The government has selected the university to set up a lab to foster the next generation of tech leaders.Yonsei University has been selected as the top institution to set up a Korean version of the M…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 03:33 PM // koreabrand.net
• Knowledge is power in product development
  Knowledge is power in product development - Chef Park Mul-a, left, and Olivier Faujour make kimchi together at the Grand InterContinental Seoul hotel. By Jeong Chi-hoBefore he tried making kimchi, Korea&rsquos indispensable side dish, Olivier…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 02:39 PM // koreabrand.net
• KOICA to fund dental hospital in Cusco, Peru
  KOICA to fund dental hospital in Cusco, Peru - The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) announced Tuesday that it would fund the construction of a dental hospital in Cusco, Peru.The government aid agency, which signed an agreement on th…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 01:49 PM // koreabrand.net
• Korea cited as model for overseas aid
  Korea cited as model for overseas aid - Korea, with its unique experience of becoming a donor from an aid recipient in less than a century, has a lot to offer to both the developing and developed world, experts told a journalists&rsquo for…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 01:48 PM // koreabrand.net
• Kin of U.S. legendary war correspondent visit Seoul
  Kin of U.S. legendary war correspondent visit Seoul - Two descendents of a late U.S. war correspondent who covered the 1950-53 Korean War came to Seoul Tuesday at the invitation of the government. The Ministry of Patriots and Veterans Affairs wished to…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 04:00 PM // koreabrand.net
• Japanese companies now thriving in Korea
  Japanese companies now thriving in Korea - Top: A factory worker examines an optical film being manufactured at Toray Advanced Materials Korea&rsquos factory in Gumi, North Gyeongsang.Despite Japan&rsquos past aggression on the Korean Peninsu…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:58 PM // koreabrand.net
• "First the G-20, then APEC in Yokohama
  "First the G-20, then APEC in Yokohama - Ambassador Masatoshi Muto By Cho Yong-chulJapan&rsquos new ambassador to Korea, Masatoshi Muto, knows that cooperation between Korea and Japan is vital for the future, but with Seoul hosting the G-20…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:56 PM // koreabrand.net
• How enmity turned into a partnership
  How enmity turned into a partnership - Given such close economic ties, people wonder why the two countries don&rsquot have a free trade agreement.Rivalry between neighboring countries is not uncommon. India and Pakistan is one example, as…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:54 PM // koreabrand.net
• HOPE hold summer camp in Suncheon
  HOPE hold summer camp in Suncheon - HOPE (Helping Others Prosper through English), a group of volunteer foreign English teachers, held its first summer camp of English tutoring in Haeryong Elementary School in Suncheon, South Jeolla Pr…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:53 PM // koreabrand.net
• Moonlight tours planned for Changdeok Palace
  Moonlight tours planned for Changdeok Palace - Moonlight tours around Changdeok Palace are scheduled to start from next month. Provided by the Cultural Heritage Administration of KoreaA classic scene from books and movies about the medieval perio…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:31 PM // koreabrand.net
• Buddhas of Shilla
  Buddhas of Shilla - Name: Buddha and Amitabha Buddha statues from the Hwangbok Temple sitePeriod: Unified Silla Dynasty 706Status: National Treasure No. 79Location: National Museum of KoreaThe golden statues of Buddha a…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:28 PM // koreabrand.net
• "World theater festival kicks off
  "World theater festival kicks off - The annual World Festival of National Theaters featuring a global variety of stage performances from dance to drama and classical music kicks off tomorrow at the National Theater of Korea (NTOK) in N…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:25 PM // koreabrand.net
• State dance company to tackle gender gap
  State dance company to tackle gender gap - Korea&rsquos first state-funded contemporary dance company will hire and nurture more male dancers to balance the ratio between genders, the organization&rsquos artistic director said.&ldquoWhen I le…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:17 PM // koreabrand.net
• Donut Cheeseburger debuts in Korea
  Donut Cheeseburger debuts in Korea - Donut burger -- a beef patty cloaked in melted cheddar cheese and sandwiched by glazed donuts which surprised many in the United States -- has made its market debut in Korea.According to industry exp…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 02:29 PM // koreabrand.net
• World Bank to hire Korean nationals
  World Bank to hire Korean nationals - The World Bank seeks to hire Korean professionals in economic analysis, sustainable development and human resources.It marks its first opening reserved only for Koreans, reflective of the government&…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 02:27 PM // koreabrand.net
• Honam jumps into carbon composites business
  Honam jumps into carbon composites business - Honam Petrochemical, a subsidiary of the Lotte Group, announced plans yesterday to take a controlling stake in DACC Aerospace, a move that will help the firm make headway in the market for carbon com…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 02:25 PM // koreabrand.net
• Sports and peace
  Sports and peace - Korea is a high-tech, efficient and well organized society, promising to present a superb World Cup.As we know, sport has always been instrumental in transcending the ideological, racial, religious a…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 03:50 PM // koreabrand.net
• Performing arts dominate fall season
  Performing arts dominate fall season - As the balmy summer heat subsides, fall looks to be dominated by the performing arts -- ushering a slew of theater festivals for the next two months.Starting Sept. 1 until early November, Seoul will…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 03:43 PM // koreabrand.net
• Unresolved past still lingers in minds of Koreans
  Unresolved past still lingers in minds of Koreans - For Masato Uruno, a sports match between Korea and Japan used to mean nothing special.Since he settled in Seoul 17 years ago, however, those matches have become to him clashes the Japanese team must…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 03:05 PM // koreabrand.net
• Postech revamps to be Korean MIT
  Postech revamps to be Korean MIT - Pohang University of Science and Technology, known as Postech, will undergo a restructuring to be reborn as a research-oriented university next year, Postech President Baik Sung-gi said Thursday. The…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 02:51 PM // koreabrand.net
• KT unveils first local tablet PC
  KT unveils first local tablet PC - KT Corp. unveiled the first tablet PC running on the Android operating system in Korea on Monday.KT presented the 7-inch Identity Tab made by a mid-sized hardware manufacturer Enspert. It will be off…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 02:24 PM // koreabrand.net
• July current account surplus nears record
  July current account surplus nears record - The current account surplus in July reached the second largest level ever, as exports posted a record high last month.With significant growth in exports, the current account surplus is expected to ex…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 01:45 PM // koreabrand.net
• [Letters] Y-20 Summit: Exposing young minds to G-20 global affairs
  [Letters] Y-20 Summit: Exposing young minds to G-20 global affairs - The Y-20 Leaders Summit in Seoul offered a classic forum for university students to engage in high-level discussion on global issues. Drawing more than 150 university students from across the nation,…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 02:59 PM // koreabrand.net
• Re-visiting a simulated palace of the Baekje Kingdom
  Re-visiting a simulated palace of the Baekje Kingdom - GONGJU, South Chungcheong Province -- If history has taught us anything, it is that conquerors are remembered, forever etched into the record books while the fallen are easily forgotten.The demise of…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 02:57 PM // koreabrand.net
• A flexible chemical from a flexible company
  A flexible chemical from a flexible company - Duke ChoFor many industries, silicone is a near-miraculous substance. It has uses in semiconductors, architecture and even cosmetics, prized for its ability to stay elastic at extremely low and high…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 02:43 PM // koreabrand.net
• Korea and Bolivia sign deal on precious lithium
  Korea and Bolivia sign deal on precious lithium - Bolivian President Evo Morales and President Lee Myung-bak embrace at a Blue House meeting yesterday. [Blue House Press Corps]Korea is closer to getting its hands on Bolivia&rsquos vast deposits of l…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 02:40 PM // koreabrand.net
• Korean Pop, with Online Help, Goes Global
  Korean Pop, with Online Help, Goes Global - As a child, Dong Young-bae used to hide from his parents to dance to cassettes of Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder. He says he was too shy to tell anyone he wanted to become a famous singer and danc…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 03:25 PM // koreabrand.net
• South Korea Targets Bolivian Lithium Deposits for Future Mining Investment
  South Korea Targets Bolivian Lithium Deposits for Future Mining Investment - South Korea and Bolivia agreed to deepen discussions for a possible joint venture on developing lithium deposits in the South American nation.South Korean President Lee Myung Bak and his Bolivian cou…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 03:24 PM // koreabrand.net
• [rediscover seoul(92)] Changdeokgung garden, the playground of kings
  [rediscover seoul(92)] Changdeokgung garden, the playground of kings - A king, who reigns with total authority, is someone we should admire. The daily life of a king was very stressful since he had to protect the royal authority as well as take care of his people, so pr…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 02:56 PM // koreabrand.net
• Go wins the gold at air rifle event
  Go wins the gold at air rifle event - Go Do-won of Korea strikes a pose after winning the gold medal in the 2010 Youth Olympics 10-meter air rifle women junior event at the Singapore Sports School.Go posted a total of 500.1 points for th…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 02:53 PM // koreabrand.net
• ‘Poetry’ premieres in France
  ‘Poetry’ premieres in France - The film, &ldquoPoetry,&rdquo which won the Best Screenplay Award at this year&rsquos Cannes Film Festival, opened yesterday in theaters across France.The French Korean Cultural Center announced Tues…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 02:51 PM // koreabrand.net
• Soba from Japan reborn with a Korean twist
  Soba from Japan reborn with a Korean twist - [FOOD & KOREA] Uiryeong buckwheat noodles, Uiryeong County, South GyeongsangUiryeong buckwheat soba Provided by the Korea Tourism OrganizationFollowing Korea&rsquos liberation from Japanese colonial…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 02:49 PM // koreabrand.net
• Prospects bright for Jeju financial center
  Prospects bright for Jeju financial center - PwC predicts up to 28 billion won in annual revenuesJeju Island could have the potential of becoming an international offshore financial center, an international consultancy said yesterday.Pricewater…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 02:41 PM // koreabrand.net
• Their own G-20 Summit
  Their own G-20 Summit - Students take part in mock meeting, and tackle issues The closing ceremony of the Y20 Summit. In front row, fourth from left, Lee Doo-hee, of the national branding commission; Song Pil-ho, JoongAng I…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 02:32 PM // koreabrand.net
• Arabic plays help reduce culture gap
  Arabic plays help reduce culture gap - Twenty-four years ago Koo Mi-ran did something out of the ordinary. Family members and friends had even questioned and raised doubt about her choice. But Koo says she stuck to her decision and has ha…Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 05:27 PM // koreabrand.net
• World Eyes Are on Korea Smart Grid Week During G20
  World Eyes Are on Korea Smart Grid Week During G20 - SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA--(Marketwire - August 25, 2010) - In November, when world leaders gather in Seoul, Korea for the G20 Summit, the eyes of the global smart grid industry are expected to be on Korea…Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 03:21 PM // koreabrand.net
• Little Mermaids: Models trade the catwalk for aquarium in underwater fashion show
  Little Mermaids: Models trade the catwalk for aquarium in underwater fashion show - It's not exactly the swimwear we're familiar with. But these Korean dresses looked ravishing at an underwater fashion show in Seoul this weekend.The event, which marked the launch of a new department…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 03:18 PM // koreabrand.net
• Age is not a barrier for Japanese student
  Age is not a barrier for Japanese student - Kazuko Kumata, a 77-year-old freshman at Mejiro University, says she is enjoying her time with her classmates in the &ldquoKorean Language and Culture Education&rdquo program. By Lee Key-oneAt 77, Ka…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 03:07 PM // koreabrand.net
• Honduran ambassador arrives with Korea ties
  Honduran ambassador arrives with Korea ties - Michel Idiaquez Baradat, the new Honduran ambassador, at his country&rsquos embassy in Seoul. By Park Jie-hyeMichel Idiaquez Baradat, the new Honduran ambassador, arrived in Korea last Wednesday. Eve…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 03:04 PM // koreabrand.net
• For an honored father
  For an honored father - Name: ReliquaryPeriod: United Silla, ca. 682Location: National Museum of KoreaStatus: National Treasure No. 1359Gameunsa Temple was built in 682 by King Sinmun in memory of his father King Munmu, who…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 02:47 PM // koreabrand.net
• Historical Korea
  Historical Korea - From centuries-old palaces to humble but remarkable villages, South Korea is enticing visitors with its historical treasures.History is present almost everywhere you go in South Korea.One can find mo…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 03:13 PM // koreabrand.net
• Korea’s ‘Republic’ gets English translation
  Korea’s ‘Republic’ gets English translation - Choi Byong-hyon holds his translation of &ldquoMokminsimseo,&rdquo a classic masterpiece of Joseon-era thinker Jeong Yak-yong. [JoongAng Ilbo]A famous masterwork by prominent Joseon Dynasty thinker J…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 10:06 AM // koreabrand.net
• Tips from Seoul’s green housewives
  Tips from Seoul’s green housewives - &ldquoGreen growth&rdquo has been a crucial theme of Korean politics lately. The goal is development while preserving the earth&rsquos natural environment. But on a personal level, environmental orga…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 09:37 AM // koreabrand.net
• Company to build solar power plants in Italy
  Company to build solar power plants in Italy - From left: Kim Moon-young, chairman of Altisolar, stands with Cho Hwan-eik, president and CEO of Kotra, and Gian Gherardo Aprile, president and CEO of Solesa Green Power, at Korta&rsquos headquarters…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 09:30 AM // koreabrand.net
• Seoul’s most stunning nighttime hiking excursions
  Seoul’s most stunning nighttime hiking excursions - Night hikes are allowed on any mountain outside a national park that does not prohibit visitors after sunset. Park Seung-ki of the Kolon Alpine School recommends a few mountains with suitable terrain…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 02:46 PM // koreabrand.net
• Stroll along stone wall of Changdeok Palace
  Stroll along stone wall of Changdeok Palace - The northern part of Seoul has slowly and steadily been attracting more people as a quieter alternative to its south of the Han River counterpart. Growing popularity, however, has led to a saturated…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 02:37 PM // koreabrand.net
• Park making a comeback
  Park making a comeback - IRVINE, Calif. - Park Tae-hwan showed signs of recovery from a disappointing 2009 season by placing second in the 200-meter freestyle event at the 2010 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships in Irvine, C…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 09:41 AM // koreabrand.net
• Kumho P&B Chemicals gets key certification
  Kumho P&B Chemicals gets key certification - Kumho Petrochemicals announced yesterday that its subsidiary, Kumho P&B Chemicals, successfully received key certification from a German firm for a key component used to make windmill blades.Germanis…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 09:29 AM // koreabrand.net
• [Rediscover Seoul (91)] Camping out in the city, Nanji Campground
  [Rediscover Seoul (91)] Camping out in the city, Nanji Campground - Pitch a tent at the urban campsite by Han River and it&rsquos easy to forget you are in SeoulThe summer heat wave is in full swing. Skyrocketing temperatures break records every day. You sweat even w…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 09:57 AM // koreabrand.net
• More patients being sent to Korea
  More patients being sent to Korea - Foreigners finding medical care to their liking at &lsquoAmerica in Asia&rsquo IIbisinov Chaimardan, a Kazakhstani professor who underwent spinal surgery, meets with Dr. Shim Jung-hyun at Leon Wiltze…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 09:33 AM // koreabrand.net
• Meditating on mortality
  Meditating on mortality - Name: Pensive BodhisattvaPeriod: Three Kingdoms period, late 6th centuryLocation: National Museum of KoreaStatus: National Treasure No. 78With a calm aura, this Buddhist statue appears to be in deep…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 09:31 AM // koreabrand.net
• Frenchman won over by Korean pigs’ feet
  Frenchman won over by Korean pigs’ feet - Foreign CEOs cooking Korean (17) Guy Marcillat makes jokbalGuy Marcillat stands proudly behind a plate of Korean boiled pig&rsquos feet, or jokbal, he helped make at the Grand InterContinental Seoul…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 09:27 AM // koreabrand.net
• Korea ranks 15th in the ‘World’s Best Countries’
  Korea ranks 15th in the ‘World’s Best Countries’ - Korea is the 15th best country in the world, according to Newsweek magazine, and President Lee Myung-Bak is one of ten world leaders who &ldquohave managed to win serious respect.&rdquoIn a special i…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 09:18 AM // koreabrand.net
• Mysteries of Mongolia opens at new KOICA center
  Mysteries of Mongolia opens at new KOICA center - Mongolia is the first nation showcased at the new KOICA Global Village.Late last month, the Korea International Cooperation Agency opened the doors of its own exhibition center on the first floor of…Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 08:58 AM // koreabrand.net
• Oil for building expertise as exchanges grow
  Oil for building expertise as exchanges grow - The Saudi Aramco Ras Tanura refinery is located in eastern Saudi Arabia. Provided by the companyKorea&rsquos economic relationship with Saudi Arabia looks to have a bright future as more local compan…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 09:24 AM // koreabrand.net
• The tumultuous history of a tiny, healthy root
  The tumultuous history of a tiny, healthy root - [Old brand, brand new] Cheong-Kwan-JangThe genesis of Cheong-Kwan-Jang as a distinctive brand name goes back to the early 1940s. Because of increased export demand for Korean red ginseng at the end o…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 09:20 AM // koreabrand.net
• Why do Koreans eat hot food to cool down?
  Why do Koreans eat hot food to cool down? - One August, at the tail end of monsoon season, I walked the streets of Seoul in search of a bowl of hot chicken soup. It was 101 degrees. I wanted to be a good Korean and a good foodie, engaging in t…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 10:23 AM // koreabrand.net
• Andre Kim’s lasting legacy
  Andre Kim’s lasting legacy - Korea&rsquos fashion pioneer Andre Kim passed away last week. Carried by a white funeral coach - the color he loved so much while he was alive- his body headed to its permanent resting place. Born as…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 09:59 AM // koreabrand.net
• Volunteers return favor from 60 years ago
  Volunteers return favor from 60 years ago - Lee Won-uk applies acupuncture on 82-year-old Bartolome C. Catolo, who fought in the Korean War when he was 22. Provided by the Korean Medicine Service Team AbroadDespite the scorching heat, a long l…Sat, 14 Aug 2010, 10:13 AM // koreabrand.net
• [In-depth interview] Ending poverty book by book
  [In-depth interview] Ending poverty book by book - Ambassador Dho Young-shimChairwoman of the Board of Directors, UNWTO ST-EP FoundationUnited Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon announced a list of names last month with the aim of achieving one of…Sat, 14 Aug 2010, 10:12 AM // koreabrand.net
• [Letters] We need tolerance in the multicultural society
  [Letters] We need tolerance in the multicultural society - Current Korean society is turning into a multicultural society. This is because foreign workers, marriage immigrants and their children, and escapees from North Korea are increasing in number. Howeve…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 10:04 AM // koreabrand.net
• Focus on fundamentals
  Focus on fundamentals - The nation&rsquos economic team emerged relatively unscathed in the Lee Myung-bak administration&rsquos recent reshuffling.Three economic-related officials - the heads of the knowledge economy and ag…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 10:03 AM // koreabrand.net
• [Viewpoint] Lessons from the Korean diaspora
  [Viewpoint] Lessons from the Korean diaspora - A visit to the area inhabited by ethnic Koreans in Manchuria provides an example of ideological tolerance.It was a long way to Yanbian. A heavy rain had ended and cornfields stretched endlessly under…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 10:01 AM // koreabrand.net
• Snowy delights and variations on bingsu
  Snowy delights and variations on bingsu - People have been licking and slurping at snow cones and their myriad of counterparts as far back as around 3,000 B.C.Powder soft ice, or granular chunks, sloshed up in milk, fluorescent and sticky sw…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 09:49 AM // koreabrand.net
• Koreans behind the curtain
  Koreans behind the curtain - Two locals have made it big in the lucrative world of animated film Jhun Yong-duk, head of layout at DreamWorks, participated in making the film &ldquoShrek Forever After.&rdquoProvided by CJ Enterta…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 09:47 AM // koreabrand.net
• Special greetings
  Special greetings - President Lee Myung-bak, right, and President Teodoro Obiang Nguema of Equatorial Guinea take part in a toast at a luncheon yesterday at the Blue House. This is Obiang&rsquos first visit to Korea. By…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 09:31 AM // koreabrand.net
• [Rediscover Seoul (90)]The pink card will turn you into a VIP in Seoul
  [Rediscover Seoul (90)]The pink card will turn you into a VIP in Seoul - This is the 90th in a series of articles highlighting tourism spots in Seoul. The guide for planning weekend trips in the capital city will help readers rediscoverSeoul.&mdash Ed.Julia came to Seoul…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 09:53 AM // koreabrand.net
• Skating medalist chooses tough road
  Skating medalist chooses tough road - Lee Seung-hoonLee Seung-hoon, an Olympic gold medalist in long-track speed skating, is interested in competing in both short-track and long-track events at the Asian Winter Games next year.Lee became…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 09:51 AM // koreabrand.net
• Heavenly locales within reach
  Heavenly locales within reach - In Korea, locals say there are a handful of &ldquoheavenly&rdquo places you must visit: Sunyu Island, Sunyu Mountain, Sunyu Park and two Sunyu valleys.Many city-dwellers looking to escape the concret…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 09:43 AM // koreabrand.net
• The best squid soup in Korea, served up ice cold
  The best squid soup in Korea, served up ice cold - [FOOD & KOREA] Squid mul-hwei, Gangwon, DonghaeSquid mul-hwei with various side dishes. Provided by the Korea Tourism OrganizationDuring the reign of King Sunjo in the Chosun Dynasty, a public offici…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 09:41 AM // koreabrand.net
• Korea ranks high in spending on research
  Korea ranks high in spending on research - Conglomerates have taken the leading role in developing new technologyKorea spent 3.37 percent of its gross domestic product on research and development in 2008, the fourth highest amount among devel…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 09:35 AM // koreabrand.net
• Hair designer has own way of donating
  Hair designer has own way of donating - RA Beauty Core president Hyun Tae, a renowned hair designer and entrepreneur, is familiar to the fashion-savvy because of the versatile looks he has created for celebrities.Hyun made his name known t…Wed, 11 Aug 2010, 10:10 AM // koreabrand.net
• Korean-speaking ambassadors welcome Muto appointment
  Korean-speaking ambassadors welcome Muto appointment - Masatoshi Muto / Kathleen Stevens / Miklos Lengyel / Vitali FenThe news of Masatoshi Muto&rsquos appointment as the new Japanese Ambassador to Korea on Thursday was welcomed by the diplomatic communi…Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 10:07 AM // koreabrand.net
• Students study in State Dept. program
  Students study in State Dept. program - Anna Kranier, left, and Judy Heflin, right, demonstrate their Korean language skills on a blackboard at Sogang University&rsquos Korean Language Education Center in Mapo District, Seoul, on the after…Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 10:06 AM // koreabrand.net
• One of a thousand
  One of a thousand - [Treasure Trove]Name: Buddha with the inscription, &ldquoThe Seventh Year of Yoenga&rdquoPeriod: Goguryeo 539Location: National Museum of KoreaStatus: National Treasure No. 119This image of Buddha is…Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 09:39 AM // koreabrand.net
• Samsung hits 5th in smartphones
  Samsung hits 5th in smartphones - Global market share doubles in last yearSamsung Electronics&rsquo share of the global smartphone market is small but growing, a report from a U.S.-based research firm showed yesterday.According to th…Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 09:34 AM // koreabrand.net
• UAE: Students undergo nuclear training in South Korea
  UAE: Students undergo nuclear training in South Korea - SEOUL, Jul. 26, 2010 WAM, 2010 (QNA via COMTEX) --A group of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Abu Dhabi-based Institute of Applied Technology (IAT) students are currently undergoing technical training…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 10:20 AM // koreabrand.net
• S Korea To Host World's Largest Bio Conference
  S Korea To Host World's Largest Bio Conference - (RTTNews) -South Korea will host early next month the 5th BIO KOREA Conference and Exhibition in the capital Seoul that seeks to promote cooperation and exchange between the world's leading companies…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 10:16 AM // koreabrand.net
• Smartphone technology changing way professionals work
  Smartphone technology changing way professionals work - Have a sore stomach? Just pick up your smartphone and a doctor will respond, pronto.Kang Min-gu did precisely that when he was suffering from lower abdominal pain; he received an instant reply from h…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 09:32 AM // koreabrand.net
• Ole! for Swiss trail on Jeju island
  Ole! for Swiss trail on Jeju island - In Spanish, the word &ldquoole&rdquo is used to express an excited approval. In Korea olle is being used in many ads but more importantly, olle represents the walking trails surrounding Jeju Island.N…Sun, 8 Aug 2010, 10:05 AM // koreabrand.net
• Korea honors ex-El Salvador envoy
  Korea honors ex-El Salvador envoy - The old but geographically distant friendship of South Korea and El Salvador reached a new level of warmth recently.The Korean ambassador in San Salvador bestowed former El Salvador Ambassador to Seo…Sun, 8 Aug 2010, 09:29 AM // koreabrand.net

Korea Bridge

• American Chinese in Nampo-dong
  American Chinese in Nampo-dong - TweetThis weekend I went to have dinner at The Terrace (The Pan, food was great).  There are a few signs on the building advertising a new American Chinese place.  I don't remember the name, but I thi…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 09:35 AM // koreabridge.net
  
• computer experts: If I buy motherboard here, will BIOS be in Korean?
  computer experts: If I buy motherboard here, will BIOS be in Korean? - TweetI'm looking to build a gaming PC for the first time.  I'd obviously like to buy all parts locally to avoid shipping costs and import duties.  However, since this is my first attempt, I'm reluctan…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 06:42 AM // koreabridge.net
  
• summer photography contest 2010
  summer photography contest 2010 - TweetCan you explain me the process of approval by moderatorin this photography contest of summer 2010. I am an Indian student studying in Busan. I would like to participate in this photography contes…Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 12:50 PM // koreabridge.net
• Lotte Department Store "Receipt Raiders"
  Lotte Department Store "Receipt Raiders" - TweetIt never fails.  Tell me if this has ever happened to you, because it's happened to me pretty much EVERY TIME I walk out of the Lotte Department store with a shopping bag in hand. Today I indulge…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 06:04 AM // koreabridge.net
• Ultimate Frisbee in Busan
  Ultimate Frisbee in Busan - TweetI was back home this summer and happened to see and hear about all of the ultimate leagues currently thriving in North America.  I was thinking there is no reason we couldn't have an ultimate lea…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 11:48 PM // koreabridge.net
• Cable TV/ Internet package?
  Cable TV/ Internet package? - TweetCan anyone recommend a good cable tv / internet package?  My boss is saying it costs 66k a month but I thought it was cheaper. Thanks   Log into vote0Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 07:39 AM // koreabridge.net
• Learning Spanish in Busan
  Learning Spanish in Busan - TweetI'm looking to learn Latin American Spanish and am curious if there happen to be any classes for English speakers.  I know it's a longshot, but if anyone knows of Spanish classes in Busan I'd lov…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 01:44 AM // koreabridge.net
• Tobacconist in Busan?
  Tobacconist in Busan? - TweetDoes anyone know of one in Busan?  I'm looking for Indonesian clove kritek cigarettes, specifically the brand Gudang Garam. Or if anyone is going to Indo and wants to bring me back a carton? Chee…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 11:39 PM // koreabridge.net
• Does anyone know where I can get my laptop fixed near PNU?
  Does anyone know where I can get my laptop fixed near PNU? - TweetI have a hp laptop that needs to be fixed. Does anyone know of anywhere near the PNU area where I might be able to go, preferably somewhere where they might speak english. Thanks! Log into vote0Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 09:56 PM // koreabridge.net
• Costs of Flights
  Costs of Flights - TweetMan flights have become expensive here. 5 days to Beijing for 899 plus all kinds if extras. That used to be like 500 bucks. I went to Shanghai years ago for 280 bucks-this was over Lunar New Year…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 07:45 AM // koreabridge.net

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• New Indian & Nepali Restaurant in PNU-MAYA
  New Indian & Nepali Restaurant in PNU-MAYA - Tweet There is a new Indian & Nepli Restaurant in PNU called MAYA. It is next street(Paris Baguette) PNU Main Gate. I went there last week with Friends  and it was VERY good. All dishes are around 9,0…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 06:57 AM // koreabridge.net
• Air con in Busan (Help me stay cool)
  Air con in Busan (Help me stay cool) - TweetHey guys,  We can't take it anymore...The heat is just too unbearable.  Can someone recommend a place to get a cheap Air conditioner? Does anyone know someone who is looking to sell one (I am in…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 06:31 AM // koreabridge.net
• Good Dermatologist
  Good Dermatologist - TweetCan anyone recommend a good dermatologist in Busan?  Haeundae would be ideal but other parts of town are fine as well. Log into vote0Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 10:56 PM // koreabridge.net
• New Indian Restaurant in Haeundae
  New Indian Restaurant in Haeundae - Tweet  Last night my friend and I wanted to have Indian food in Ganga, but when we arrived there, about 10 people were waiting in line, so we decided to go somewhere else. Then we found Namaste, the n…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 10:06 PM // koreabridge.net
• High interest savings account
  High interest savings account - TweetCan anyone recommend a high interest savings account in Korea? Also, is there a website like www.moneysupermarket.com that compares all the different financial products around? Log into vote0Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 07:44 AM // koreabridge.net
• Busan Ferry Terminal: Scary Experience
  Busan Ferry Terminal: Scary Experience - Tweet “You should have been able to see everything as a tourist already, why do you need to come back again? That’s what an Immigration officer asked me at the Busan Ferry terminal and then suggested…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 10:22 PM // koreabridge.net
• Does anyone know about the Tsu Islet (Tsushima or DAEMADO) Japan?
  Does anyone know about the Tsu Islet (Tsushima or DAEMADO) Japan? - Tweet I would like to know if anybody traveled to the closest islet Japan from here in Busan.  It is called Tsushima (Tsu Island) that everybody can view stretches from the Gwangan Big Bridge through…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 03:06 AM // koreabridge.net
• Need advice on this contract
  Need advice on this contract - TweetSo I am in Busan now and I got an offer earlier this week.  After getting the contract I looked up some checklists on job forums and made sure the school was not on any blacklist. Everything seem…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 12:13 AM // koreabridge.net
• Tailor?
  Tailor? - TweetDoes anyone know of a tailor around Busan? I got shooed out by an ajuma at the only one I know. Any recommendations??? Or maybe you can sew and can help me! Thanks! Log into vote0Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 08:31 AM // koreabridge.net
• basketball team welcome new friends
  basketball team welcome new friends - Tweethi everybody. i live in hwamyeong dong(not far from dok cheon,or sa sang) .there 's a really good gym near here.and i go to play b-ball on weekends.now i have three team members.one is from US,on…Fri, 11 Dec 2009, 09:08 PM // koreabridge.net

Korea Business Central

• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest August 30, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest August 30, 2010) - Weekly Digest (August 30, 2010) Happy Monday! I had the pleasure of …Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 03:54 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (August 24, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (August 24, 2010) - Weekly Digest (August 24, 2010) All good things must come to an end and th …Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 01:30 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• Weekly Digest (August 10, 2010)
  Weekly Digest (August 10, 2010) - Weekly Digest (August 10, 2010) Hello, It's great to be back …Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 03:31 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (August 2, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (August 2, 2010) - Weekly Digest (August 2, 2010) Hello, This is my last weekly …Sun, 1 Aug 2010, 10:07 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (July 26, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (July 26, 2010) - Weekly Digest (July 26, 2010) Hello, We’ve got some excellen …Mon, 26 Jul 2010, 09:06 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (July 19, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (July 19, 2010) - Weekly Digest (July 19, 2010) I’m enjoying a little time to catch up on re …Sun, 18 Jul 2010, 10:45 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (July 12, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (July 12, 2010) - Weekly Digest (July 12, 2010) In last week's digest, I mentioned the Globa …Mon, 12 Jul 2010, 12:36 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (July 5, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (July 5, 2010) - Weekly Digest (July 5, 2010) Greeting from Texas! I got lucky on Ko …Mon, 5 Jul 2010, 12:28 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (June 28, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (June 28, 2010) - Weekly Digest (June 28, 2010) The Korean run in the 2010 World Cup is over …Mon, 28 Jun 2010, 12:02 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (June 21, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (June 21, 2010) - Weekly Digest (June 21, 2010) For a quick look at the absurd, the followin …Mon, 21 Jun 2010, 12:57 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com

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• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (June 14, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (June 14, 2010) - Weekly Digest (June 14, 2010) Hello, I frequently encourage …Mon, 14 Jun 2010, 06:00 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (May 31, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (May 31, 2010) - Weekly Digest (May 31, 2010) I always enjoy election time in Korea, particularly all t …Mon, 31 May 2010, 12:34 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (May 25, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (May 25, 2010) - Weekly Digest (May 25, 2010) …Mon, 24 May 2010, 01:03 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• Weekly Digest (May 17, 2010)
  Weekly Digest (May 17, 2010) - Weekly Digest (May 17, 2010) One of my photo weblog posts this week was entitle …Mon, 17 May 2010, 12:19 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (May 10, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (May 10, 2010) - Weekly Digest (May 10, 2010) In doing a bit of research for my latest blog post ( …Mon, 10 May 2010, 06:31 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (May 3, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (May 3, 2010) - Weekly Digest (May 4, 2010) I’d like to thank each of you who shared in our …Mon, 3 May 2010, 05:00 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (April 26, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (April 26, 2010) - Weekly Digest (April 26, 2010) …Mon, 26 Apr 2010, 03:18 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (April 19, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (April 19, 2010) - Weekly Digest (April 19, 2010) Spring is a beautiful time in Korea and I've bee …Mon, 19 Apr 2010, 12:30 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (April 12, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (April 12, 2010) - Weekly Digest (April 12, 2010) One advantage of being an admin here at Korea Bu …Mon, 12 Apr 2010, 03:45 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (April 5, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (April 5, 2010) - Weekly Digest (April 5, 2010) For those of you who missed out on this major new …Sun, 4 Apr 2010, 11:43 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 29, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 29, 2010) - Weekly Digest (March 29, 2010) In a country where business cards are so importa …Mon, 29 Mar 2010, 05:26 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 23, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 23, 2010) - Weekly Digest (March 23, 2010) Those of you who've been in Korea for long will …Tue, 23 Mar 2010, 02:38 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 15, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 15, 2010) - Weekly Digest (March 15, 2010) I had an interesting experience on Saturday. I w …Mon, 15 Mar 2010, 01:26 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 8, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 8, 2010) - Weekly Digest (March 8, 2010) Spring is in the air! As we do …Mon, 8 Mar 2010, 12:43 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• Upcoming Korea Events on Korea Business Central
  Upcoming Korea Events on Korea Business Central - Perhaps you haven't checked out the Events section on the Korea Business Central site. If not, I encourage you to do so because it's a great resource my associate (and KBC member!) Youngil Loew has be…Fri, 5 Mar 2010, 02:30 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 2, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (March 2, 2010) - Weekly Digest (March 2, 2010) Thanks to the Korean Independence Movement Day holiday y …Mon, 1 Mar 2010, 06:30 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (February 21, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (February 21, 2010) - Weekly Digest (February 21, 2010) …Sun, 21 Feb 2010, 11:44 PM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (February 15, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (February 15, 2010) - Weekly Digest (February 2, 2010) …Mon, 15 Feb 2010, 05:02 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (February 8, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (February 8, 2010) - Weekly Digest (February 8, 2010) Seven weeks goes by fast! That's how long we s …Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 02:00 AM // koreabusinesscentral.com
• On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (February 2, 2010)
  On Korea Business Central: Weekly Digest (February 2, 2010) - Weekly Digest (February 2, 2010) Greetings from a dreary Dallas, Texas as we prepare t …Mon, 1 Feb 2010, 07:53 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, 12:49 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Last Day/Last Post in Korea
  Last 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, 10:34 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, 10:49 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Our Last Zone Conferences
  Our 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, 03:10 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Elder Bowcut Live! Practice Clip
  Elder 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, 10:39 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Moving Furniture
  Moving 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, 09:57 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Enjoying Local Korean Culture
  Enjoying Local Korean Culture - A shadow shot, taken looking straight down from the bridgeI carried a postcard picture of this bridge around for 10 years, and finally discovered that not only was it within our mission boundaries, bu…Fri, 25 Jun 2010, 07:54 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Our First Reunion in Korea!
  Our First Reunion in Korea! - On June 19th, we spent the most wonderful afternoon with 29 of our returned missionaries. Some left in our very early transfers, nearly three years ago, and one had not quite left yet, showing her par…Fri, 25 Jun 2010, 08:23 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• June 2010 Zone Leader Council
  June 2010 Zone Leader Council - We are coming down to our last of everything, including this Zone Leader Council meeting. But for some, it is their first. We are so blessed to witness the growth and strength of the leadership skills…Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 06:34 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• May 2010 Zone Conferences
  May 2010 Zone Conferences - This month's zone conference training focused on using the Book of Mormon effectively, creating a teaching environment that invites the Spirit, and developing the Christlike attribute of charity. Pres…Tue, 8 Jun 2010, 05:18 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com

More

• Change in the Ponbu
  Change in the Ponbu - With the departure of Elder Bullen, we welcome the wonderful, delightful and talented Elder Lallatin to the Ponbu in his new assignment at mission recorder/statistician/supply manager. He is key to th…Mon, 31 May 2010, 07:54 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Our Last Departures Return With Honor!
  Our Last Departures Return With Honor! - Elders Joseph Park, Kang Byeong Seok, Gregory Treuhaft, Paul Chamberlain and Sisters Jung Eun Joo, Oh Min Jeong and Chyanne Stehmeier return home with honor!Elder Reed Bullen andElder Eric Booth retur…Mon, 31 May 2010, 03:48 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Our Newest Arrivals!
  Our Newest Arrivals! - We greeted our last group of new arrivals this week. Wow! They are all amazing, and we feel so grateful to be able to serve with them for the last few weeks of our mission.Left to right: Elder Matthew…Fri, 28 May 2010, 07:46 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• May Zone Leader Council
  May Zone Leader Council - Zone leaders and office staff met together on Monday, May 17th to plan for the next zone conferences. Pictured above, front to back, left to right:Elders Bullen, David Morin, Thomas, Bulloch, Cho, Ste…Tue, 25 May 2010, 09:46 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• LDS Missionary singing "TO THE RESCUE"
  LDS Missionary singing "TO THE RESCUE" - One of our mottos for 2010 that comes from our Area North Presidency, and one of President Monson's main themes, is To the Rescue. I was so excited to find this beautiful song and slideshow on YouTube…Mon, 24 May 2010, 10:27 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Korea Daejeon Mission Newsletter - May 2010
  Korea Daejeon Mission Newsletter - May 2010 - I didn't know how to publish the newsletter in it's regular format, but wanted to share it with you. Here is most of what was included!A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENTMy beloved missionaries, during this…Sat, 22 May 2010, 10:53 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Elder Christofferson Visits Jeonju Stake
  Elder Christofferson Visits Jeonju Stake - Some of the Jeonju missionaries were not available for this photograph, as they needed to hurry off for scheduled appointments.Leaders and Members of the Jeonju StakeWe enjoyed a wonderful weekend of…Sat, 22 May 2010, 10:48 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Children's Day Stake Activity
  Children's Day Stake Activity - Every year the Daejeon Stake sponsors a Stake Sports Day on the national holiday of Children's Day, May 5th. Children's Day is a day for families to spend time together. We enjoyed perfect Spring weat…Sun, 9 May 2010, 12:04 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• Elder Stevenson's Mission Tour/Zone Conferences
  Elder Stevenson's Mission Tour/Zone Conferences - We were blessed with a visit from our North Asia Area President, Elder Gary E. Stevenson and his lovely wife. We enjoyed a spiritual feast of inspired words and instruction. Just a tip of the iceberg…Fri, 30 Apr 2010, 08:33 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• April Zone Leader Council
  April Zone Leader Council - Left to right, front to back: Elders Lee, Han, Choi, D. Morin, Anderson, Kang, Kappas, Duckworth, Jube, Pres. Perriton and Elder Shrack.I decided to post this picture a little belatedly even though it…Sat, 24 Apr 2010, 12:34 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• In 'n Out
  In 'n Out - Our dear and most excellent AP, Elder Richards, is returning to the field as a model missionary, to serve in the Jeonju Zone, in his greenie area! Joining the office staff as our newest AP is the able…Wed, 21 Apr 2010, 10:55 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• New Missionaries Arrive!
  New Missionaries Arrive! - Wow! We are so blessed to receive these three stellar missionaries! Welcome to Sister Choi Ji Seon, Elder Philip Jones and Sister Jo Ah Ra!Just arrived after a lo....ng flight!New missionaries and the…Mon, 19 Apr 2010, 08:13 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• So Long, Farewell, Auf Wiedersehen, Adieu...and Anyanghi casayo!
  So Long, Farewell, Auf Wiedersehen, Adieu...and Anyanghi casayo! - Until we meet again, we return three wonderful missionaries to their family and friends back home. Thank you Elder Thorkelson, Sister Thayn, and Elder Carlson for your faithful, cheerful service and l…Mon, 19 Apr 2010, 08:11 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• March Zone Conferences
  March Zone Conferences - We were delighted with special guests from our Asia North Area Medical Advisors, Elder and Sister Mead and Elder and Sister Brown. They gave wonderful presentations on how to protect and maintain good…Wed, 24 Mar 2010, 09:59 PM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com
• MARCH ZLC
  MARCH ZLC - Left to Right, front to back: Elders Thomas, Duckworth, Kang, Shrack, Choi, Han, Richards, Anderson, Bulloch, Gygi, Stephens, McArthur, Pres. Perriton, Elders Jube and Kappas.This group of Zone Leader…Tue, 16 Mar 2010, 05:32 AM // koreadaejeonmission.blogspot.com

Korea Insider

• Tae Yeon Fan Cam
  Tae Yeon Fan Cam - Here is SNSD Tae Yeon at a university football game in the wonderful fan cam perspective. Music Oh! Related Posts:Tae Yeon middle finger on Korea tvSNSD dance, vocal concept checkWonder Girls vs SNSD…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 08:24 AM // koreainsider.com
  
• Typhoon Kompasu rocks Korean girl
  Typhoon Kompasu rocks Korean girl - Typhoon Kompasu slammed Korea hard and downed trees and power outages were expereinced, but all in all not it could have been worse. Of course tell that to the Korean girls trying to walk around in re…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 10:46 PM // koreainsider.com
• SNSD Sunny panties too tight
  SNSD Sunny panties too tight - SNSD Sunny showing she can jump, but also showing her tight panties in the process. OK, not exactly pantie, but some kind of underwear that you have to wear given the shortness of the skirts here. You…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 08:47 PM // koreainsider.com
• SNSD conquers Japan
  SNSD conquers Japan - No army before has done it, but the Girls’ Generation dressed in their hot pant and belly shirt uniforms, firing catchy beats/lyrics and sexy legs at the Japanese have conquered and claimed the land f…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 07:09 PM // koreainsider.com
• SNSD girls funny clips
  SNSD girls funny clips - SNSD fans make so many great and funny gifs of Girls’ Generation! This one is a sexy model Yuri! Not quite a real one, but still is funny! Yoona getting teased on TV Confused and cute Tiffany! SNSD si…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 09:51 PM // koreainsider.com
• Cute Korean killing machine
  Cute Korean killing machine - This cute Korean girl can kick your butt and if the North Korea makes there way down they’ll run into this taekwondo high kicking, brick-smashing killing machine! Interesting name Shin Yo Anna 신요안나 DO…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 08:45 PM // koreainsider.com
• Nude Korean guy in fashion show
  Nude Korean guy in fashion show - Not sure what this nude Korean guy is doing in this Calvin Klein underwear fashion show, but I’m sure it’s a vital and very artistic role. Certainly not just used like a whore to get headlines and som…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 02:28 AM // koreainsider.com

Korea Report

• "Testing North Korean Waters"
  "Testing North Korean Waters" - As China (photo), the U.S. and South Korea engage in more military exercises in the Yellow Sea (West Sea) and as Washington implement further sanctions against North Korea, there are also talks of pos…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 10:36 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Jimmy Carter in Pyongyang
  Jimmy Carter in Pyongyang - Jimmy Carter is at it again, visiting North Korea on an unofficial mission to resolve sticky issues between Washington and Pyongyang. In 1994, the former president's trip to Pyongyang helped broker a…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 09:56 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Centennial of Japan's Annexation of Korea
  Centennial of Japan's Annexation of Korea - 100 years ago on August 22, 1910, Japan forcefully annexed Korea -- setting in motion a tragic and volatile period for modern Korea that saw colonialism, liberation, division, war and continuing divis…Sun, 22 Aug 2010, 11:04 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Crossing the Border in the DMZ
  Crossing the Border in the DMZ - Rev. Han Sang-ryol (top photo) crosses the Demarcation Line separating the two sides of Korea into South Korea after visiting North Korea with a message of peace, reconciliation and hope for reunifica…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 03:46 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• American Youth Calls for "Peace Forest" in the DMZ
  American Youth Calls for "Peace Forest" in the DMZ - Jonathan Lee, a 13-year old American youth living in Mississippi, is a young environmental activist who has initiated his own youth environmental movement (meeting with world's leaders in the process)…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 02:56 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• DMZ to DC 2010: Calling for Permanent Peace in Korea
  DMZ to DC 2010: Calling for Permanent Peace in Korea - Video highlighting activities by the National Campaign to End the Korean War in Washington, DC during the anniversary of the Korean War Armistice Day on July 27th.Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 01:47 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• War Games Amidst Korean War Armistice Anniversary, OPCON Transfer Delayed
  War Games Amidst Korean War Armistice Anniversary, OPCON Transfer Delayed - July 27 was the 57th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice, when the ceace-fire and precarious peace is still marked in absence of a peace treaty, yet the U.S. and South Korea went ahead with massi…Sat, 31 Jul 2010, 09:55 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• China Sends Warning on US-Korea Joint Naval Exercises
  China Sends Warning on US-Korea Joint Naval Exercises - Increasing intensity, Beijing has aired its resentment and condemnation of planned joint US-South Korea naval exercises (moved already from the West Sea [Yellow Sea] to the Eas Sea in likely deferran…Sun, 18 Jul 2010, 07:24 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• The Cheonan Controversy Continues
  The Cheonan Controversy Continues - Follow-up to: Questions Raised on the Cheonan Incident Report The Cheonan incident was discussed at the UN and resulted in a UN Security Council presidential statement that included both South and Nor…Sat, 10 Jul 2010, 10:30 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• The Korean War (and Peace)
  The Korean War (and Peace) - As we mark the 60th anniversary of the outbreak of the Korean War today and pay tribute to all those perished by the conflict, both soldiers and civilians, we yearn and pray for lasting peace. But ar…Fri, 25 Jun 2010, 11:59 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

More

• Korea Teams at the World Cup
  Korea Teams at the World Cup - For the first time, both South and North Korean teams are playing in the FIFA World Cup in South Africa. This is South Korea's seventh World Cup foray, and the second one for North Korea since the rem…Wed, 16 Jun 2010, 10:45 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• South Korea's Local Election: “This is the people’s verdict on Lee Myung-bak’s arrogance”
  South Korea's Local Election: “This is the people’s verdict on Lee Myung-bak’s arrogance” - In a rebuke to the Lee Myung-bak government, voters chose opposition party candidates far more than those from the ruling party in the local and regional elections held in South Korea on June 2, ther…Thu, 3 Jun 2010, 11:38 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Overseas Koreans Call for Peace in Korea
  Overseas Koreans Call for Peace in Korea - While alternative views of South Korean government's official report on the Cheonan incident are suppressed in South Korea (in the name of national security), alternative voices from overseas Koreans…Wed, 2 Jun 2010, 10:51 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Statement of South Korea's Opposition Parties and NGOs on the Current Crisis
  Statement of South Korea's Opposition Parties and NGOs on the Current Crisis - Statement on the Current State of Affairs for Peace on the Korean PeninsulaMay 26, 2010Signed by South Korea's 91 Civil Society Groups, 5 Opposition Parties, 104 IndividualsWe, Korean civil society, g…Fri, 28 May 2010, 09:33 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Alternative Voices on the Cheonan Incident
  Alternative Voices on the Cheonan Incident - As tensions in Korea mount following the South Korean government's report on the Cheonan sinking incident, coverage of alternative viewpoints coming out of South Korean NGOs and citizens (who express…Tue, 25 May 2010, 11:45 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Questions Raised on the Cheonan Incident Report
  Questions Raised on the Cheonan Incident Report - The Lee Myung-bak government of South Korea has released its official report on the Cheonan ship sinking incident, concluding that a North Korean torpoedo sank the ship. Unlike in similar situations…Fri, 21 May 2010, 02:13 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• North Korea and the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill?
  North Korea and the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill? - America's favorite and ever-present bogeyman is back in the news -- in a ridiculous and incredulous way. Some folks on the internet, without any concrete evidence, are alluding that North Korean torp…Tue, 4 May 2010, 01:39 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Inter-Korea Travel Ends
  Inter-Korea Travel Ends - As further indication of souring relations between South and North Korea, inter-Korea travel symbolically ended as North Korea froze assets of South Korean enterprises in the resort area at the Mount…Wed, 14 Apr 2010, 10:51 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Image from Korea
  Image from Korea - Decorating lanterns at the Chogye Temple in downtown Seoul, in preparation for event commemorating the birth of Buddha on May 21.Fri, 9 Apr 2010, 01:30 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• South Korea's Choenan Navy Ship Sinking Mystery
  South Korea's Choenan Navy Ship Sinking Mystery - While the search for the missing 46 Korean sailors continues (as families of the missing eagerly wait for the search results), the mystery over the sinking of South Korean naval ship Choenan is inten…Mon, 29 Mar 2010, 03:08 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• "A more effective US policy on North Korea"
  "A more effective US policy on North Korea" - Any observer can see that the US relations with North Korea is at a standstill (or stalemate), with no resolution of contentious issues in sight (the photo shows Amb. Stephen Bosworth, special envoy…Wed, 17 Mar 2010, 01:10 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• "Vancouver Olympic Games usher in welcome cultural changes in S.Korea"
  "Vancouver Olympic Games usher in welcome cultural changes in S.Korea" - No doubt, South Korea surprised the world with strong performances at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Who would have foreseen few years ago that a Korean skater would win a gold medal in ladie…Tue, 2 Mar 2010, 01:38 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Team Korea Doing Well in the Winter Olympics
  Team Korea Doing Well in the Winter Olympics - South Korea has been doing well in international sporting competitions lately, venturing out of its traditional strongholds such as archery, table tennis and taekwondo. In the 2010 Winter Olympic Gam…Fri, 19 Feb 2010, 10:25 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• "Invite North Korea to the Global Nuclear Security Summit"
  "Invite North Korea to the Global Nuclear Security Summit" - From Foreign Policy in Focus. By Jae Jung Suh, an associate professor and director of Korean Studies at the School for Advanced International Studies at Johns Hopkins University.North Korea fired hund…Thu, 18 Feb 2010, 11:29 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• A Korean-American Missionary's Venture in North Korea
  A Korean-American Missionary's Venture in North Korea - News item: Robert Park (photo), a Korean-American missionary is released from North Korea after 43 days of detention following his illegal entry into North Korea via the border with China.When going i…Mon, 8 Feb 2010, 11:24 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

Korean Blog List

• Seoul Local Flavor
  Seoul Local Flavor - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  Seoul Local Flavor (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: Canada Currently living in: Seoul, Korea (South)  Note: This blog…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 03:59 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Journalist On The Run
  Journalist On The Run - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  Journalist On The Run (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: Ireland Currently living in: Paju, Korea (South)  Note: This b…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 03:57 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• The Three Wise Monkeys
  The Three Wise Monkeys - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  The Three Wise Monkeys (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: United States Currently living in: Seoul, Korea (South)  Note…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 03:54 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• If I Had A Minute To Spare…
  If I Had A Minute To Spare… - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  If I Had A Minute To Spare… (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: Ireland Currently living in: Yongin, Korea (South)  Note…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 03:54 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• A Soul In Seoul
  A Soul In Seoul - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  A Soul In Seoul (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: United States Currently living in: Seoul, Korea (South)  Note: This…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 03:49 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• The Asian Persuasion
  The Asian Persuasion - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  The Asian Persuasion (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: Canada Currently living in: Seoul, Korea (South)  Note: This bl…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 03:47 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Bobster’s House
  Bobster’s House - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  Bobster’s House (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: United States Currently living in: Seoul, Korea (South)  Note: This…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 03:45 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Annyeong!
  Annyeong! - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  Annyeong! (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: United States Currently living in: Uijeongbu, Korea (South)  Note: This bl…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 02:06 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• T_kim
  T_kim - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  T_kim (Koreans in Korea)  Country of Nationality: Korea (South) Currently living in: Seoul, Korea (South)  Note: This blog entry is…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 02:02 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Idiots’ Collective
  Idiots’ Collective - The following blog was added to or updated on The Korean Blog List:  Idiots’ Collective (Foreigners in Korea)  Country of Nationality: United States Currently living in: Seoul, Korea (South)  Note: Th…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 01:57 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

Korean Class 101

• The Summer Gift You’ve Been Waiting For
  The Summer Gift You’ve Been Waiting For - Pack your beach bag with the essentials this summer - bathing suit, sunblock and KoreanClass101.com! The summer is officially here and what better time than now to become a KoreanClass101 Premium Memb…Mon, 21 Jun 2010, 04:57 AM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• June 2010 Newsletter
  June 2010 Newsletter - In this month’s newsletter: Study Tips from Peter - THINK in another language Hey Listeners, Peter here. Starting this month I’ll be sharing tips on learning languages to help keep you motivated and p…Thu, 17 Jun 2010, 05:46 AM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• That’s a Negative
  That’s a Negative - In this lesson, the speakers answer questions in the negative.  Grammar Point #1 - Making negative statements - anida - 아니다 (anida) The negative copula is 아니다 (anida). This means “to not be.” This is…Fri, 21 May 2010, 10:30 AM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• May 2010 Newsletter
  May 2010 Newsletter - Moms, Dads and Grads 15% Off Basic & Premium Subscriptions Coupon Code: MAY2JUNE | Redeem Now! May 2010 In this month’s newsletter: 1. 5 New Innovative Language Sites are coming! What new languages wi…Tue, 18 May 2010, 10:30 PM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• Catch their attention in Korean!
  Catch their attention in Korean! - Did you know that Korea attracts over 6.4 million foreign visitors every year? And the numbers are on the rise! As the number of people from other countries visiting Korea is increasing, so is the num…Thu, 6 May 2010, 03:49 AM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• April 2010 Newsletter
  April 2010 Newsletter - 1. 101 Million Downloads Reached!  On April 12th, KoreanClass101.com and Innovative Language Learning reached 101 million lesson downloads! Thanks to all the listeners for supporting us! The winners f…Fri, 23 Apr 2010, 03:46 AM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• Touchdown! 101,000,000 Lessons Downloaded
  Touchdown! 101,000,000 Lessons Downloaded - A BIG Thank you to all our listeners. 101 Lifetime Premium Subscriptions winners have been selected. Did you win? If you entered to win on our site, Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube, please check the win…Wed, 14 Apr 2010, 02:10 AM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• Are You a Winner? March 2010 Social Media Contest Winners!
  Are You a Winner? March 2010 Social Media Contest Winners! - Every month, we are giving away great KoreanClass101.com prizes to 4 lucky listeners. Sign up to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube or KoreanClass101.com to be eligible to win. Increase your chan…Tue, 30 Mar 2010, 01:04 AM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• March 2010 Newsletter
  March 2010 Newsletter - In this month’s newsletter: 1. Knocking on 101 MILLION! KoreanClass101.com and our sister sites at Innovative Language Learning are fast approaching a big milestone - 101 MILLION lesson downloads! You…Wed, 24 Mar 2010, 11:26 PM // blogs.koreanclass101.com
• A Few Simple Questions
  A Few Simple Questions - In today’s lesson we’ll go over how to ask someone a few simple questions. Vocabulary 네 ( yes ) 아니오 (no) 도 (too, also) 회사원 (office worker) Grammar Focus The Formal Interrogative - -ㅂ/습니까? This constru…Wed, 24 Mar 2010, 10:30 AM // blogs.koreanclass101.com

Korean Culture and Living

• New E-2 Visa Rules to Take Effect
  New E-2 Visa Rules to Take Effect - The Korean Government has modified (go to “Notice” and “Conversation E-2″) its rules on obtaining an E-2 visa. The biggest change is that a criminal background check is only required once, even if you…Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 09:17 PM // ulsanonline.com
  
• Should Your Job Fade Away – Plan B
  Should Your Job Fade Away – Plan B - Just in case your job runs aground and crashes against the reefs, there’s always Plan B. With a little acting, dirty clothes and  a gnarly sleeping bag Daniel Terry earned about 43M won begging. Hardl…Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 07:51 AM // ulsanonline.com
• TESOL Certification in Ulsan
  TESOL Certification in Ulsan - Based on feedback from our readers, UlsanOnline.Com is hosting a TESOL course here in Ulsan on October 16-17.    Editor Fin Madden has written in the past on the benefit of a TESOL Certification on yo…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 10:27 PM // ulsanonline.com
• KoreaCostCutters New Delivery Options
  KoreaCostCutters New Delivery Options - KoreaCostCutters, the western food delivery service offered by UlsanOnline.com and Thistle Solutions has become twice as convenient.  Now you have the option of selecting delivery of your products at…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:43 AM // ulsanonline.com
• Got B- Blood? Somebody Needs You
  Got B- Blood? Somebody Needs You - Go Here. Go Directly to Here. Do Not Pass Go. Do Not Collect $200. Seriously, if you’ve got B- blood and can spare some of it, there’s somebody who needs your help.  Follow the links for details.Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 05:52 AM // ulsanonline.com
• The New Sheriff in Town
  The New Sheriff in Town - For the school system, at least, there’s a new sheriff in town. Kwak No-Hyun is the new superintendant in the Seoul Metropolitan area, which has some influence over the rest of the nation. The Korea T…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 09:43 AM // ulsanonline.com
• Ulsan Prepares for KTX Opening
  Ulsan Prepares for KTX Opening - With the KTX Station set to open in November, the City of Ulsan is getting ready to promote Ulsan across the nation and across the world. Korea.net had a rather informative article on the City of Ulsa…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 02:49 AM // ulsanonline.com
• Classifieds Feed is Broken
  Classifieds Feed is Broken - Sometime over the last few days an external website went dark. I was relying on it to automagically add items from the classified section to the cute little windows on the right side of the front page…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 09:12 AM // ulsanonline.com
• Korean Hostilities
  Korean Hostilities - Usually a headline like that refers to something the North Koreans have done, as this year has proved a bonanza of threats and saber rattling from our northern neighbors. But this time it’s South Kore…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 10:45 PM // ulsanonline.com
• Free Korean Language Classes
  Free Korean Language Classes - Beginning on September 7th, the Ulsan Global Center in Ulsan’s City Hall will be holding free Korean Language classes. Vice Director of the Global Center, Kim SukMyung (김석명) says that the goal of the…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 11:41 PM // ulsanonline.com

Korean Football Blog

• Korea Qualify With 2-2 Draw With Nigeria
  Korea 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, 03:19 PM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com
• Notes On England
  Notes 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, 01:11 PM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com
• World Cup – The First Two Games
  World 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, 08:10 PM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com
• World Cup Is Coming!
  World Cup Is Coming! - The World Cup is taking place in South Africa in only a few days time, and what an event it shall be. I personally cannot wait, I should be revising for my final ever university exam, which unfortunat…Mon, 7 Jun 2010, 02:07 PM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com
• South Korea – Ecuador: Star Performance – Ki Sung-yeung
  South Korea – Ecuador: Star Performance – Ki Sung-yeung - I know I’m a bit late, but I’ve been busy this whole week. Anyways, last Sunday – 16 May – I was in Seoul to watch South Korea beat Ecuador 2-0. It was a very satisfying match, and the result even mor…Sun, 23 May 2010, 03:01 AM // koreanfootball.wordpress.com

Korean Law Blog

• Sean Hayes quoted by Korea Times on D-8 Investment Visa
  Sean Hayes quoted by Korea Times on D-8 Investment Visa - By Cathy Rose A. Garcia Korea Times (August 27, 2010) Foreign-owned restaurants and other businesses have been slowly popping up around Seoul in recent years. There have been a growing number of forei…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 02:20 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korean Antitrust Laws' Evolution
  Korean Antitrust Laws' Evolution - Korea Times (07/30/2010) by Sean C. Hayes Over the past decade, Korea has fostered the development of a Fair Trade Commission (FTC) with the power to actively fight to eliminate anticompetitive forces…Mon, 2 Aug 2010, 02:05 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Chinese Aren't Coming
  Chinese Aren't Coming - Korea Times (July 23, 2010) By Sean Hayes Willie Sutton, the famous 1940s bank robber, was attributed with answering a reporter’s questions concerning why he robs banks with: ``that is where the money…Mon, 26 Jul 2010, 03:58 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Sean Hayes on TBS e-FM on Korean Distributor and Outsourcing Risks
  Sean Hayes on TBS e-FM on Korean Distributor and Outsourcing Risks - Sean Hayes will appear on TBS e-FM at 8:40AM on This Morning with Dr. Hans Schattle.  Sean Hayes (NY Attorney-at-Law) leads the International Practice Group (IPG) at J & S Law Firm. Sean Hayes formerl…Thu, 22 Jul 2010, 02:10 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Debt Collection in Korea
  Debt Collection in Korea - With the recent economic crisis, my Korean law firm has received a noted increase in the number of calls concerning collecting debts from Korean debtors. The debts have been mainly from small Korean i…Thu, 22 Jul 2010, 02:05 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korean Law Firm's Competition from American/British Law Firms
  Korean Law Firm's Competition from American/British Law Firms - The Donga-Ilbo reported that 83% of the Korean companies surveyed would utilize foreign law firms for domestic matters if foreign firms operated in Korea. The local Korean newspaper surveyed 50 Korean…Thu, 22 Jul 2010, 02:03 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korean Outsourcing: Legal Basics
  Korean Outsourcing: Legal Basics - So you have decided to outsource the manufacturing of your products to Korea. Good choice in choosing quality-focused Korea over quantity-focused China, but don't make the bad choice of not even takin…Wed, 21 Jul 2010, 12:58 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korea may Introduce U.S. Grand Jury System
  Korea may Introduce U.S. Grand Jury System - Prosecutor General Joon-gyu KIM, in reaction to a recent bribery/sex scandal involving over 100 current and former Korean prosecutors, announced that Korea should adopt a U.S. grand jury system. The K…Tue, 6 Jul 2010, 10:47 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• J & S Law Firm Contact Details
  J & S Law Firm Contact Details - J & S Law Firm's International Practice Group Main Contact: Sean C. Hayes (NY Attorney at Law) Office: +82 (2) 2149-1680 Cell: +82 (10) 8981-9518 Fax: +82 (2) 581-4049 SeanHayes@IPGLegal.com http://ww…Tue, 6 Jul 2010, 08:39 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korean Court Overturns Immigration’s Deportation Order
  Korean Court Overturns Immigration’s Deportation Order - The Administrative Court in Incheon, Korea ruled in June of 2010 that a Chinese woman suspected of marrying a Korean national for the right to gain a Korean residency card (F-2-2 Visa) is not allowed…Fri, 2 Jul 2010, 10:31 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

More

• IPR Protection in Korea
  IPR Protection in Korea - I recently was directed to an excellent source for information on intellectual property rights under Korean law. The U.S. Commercial Service Korea, a part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, has creat…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:31 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Back to Park Chun-Hee
  Back to Park Chun-Hee - Korea Times September 18, 2009 by Sean C. Hayes (Host of this blog) This past week, Korea and my practice group lost a large multinational company to Hong Kong. The client, who first hired a business…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:31 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Protecting your Intellectual Property in Korea
  Protecting your Intellectual Property in Korea - Korea Times October 2, 2009 by Sean C. Hayes (Host of this blog) A popular song regularly played on the radio proclaims that in the summer of 1989 the songwriter was ``trying different things and smok…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:30 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Learn from Lee Administration
  Learn from Lee Administration - Korea Times October 2, 2009 by Sean C. Hayes (Host of this blog) The Lee Myung-bak administration and local governments have been pumping money into the economy through infrastructure spending. The ad…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:29 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Promoting Economic Freedom
  Promoting Economic Freedom - Korea Times October 23, 2009 by Sean C. Hayes (Host of this blog) Two roads diverged in Korean yellow woods. Will Korea remain on the road less traveled and maintain its cumbersome regulatory framewor…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:28 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Refugee Status Granted for Pakistani Homosexual
  Refugee Status Granted for Pakistani Homosexual - The Administrative Court in Seoul ruled that the Korean Ministry of Justice's determination that a gay Pakistani did not have a well-founded fear of being persecuted was incorrect. The man's well-foun…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:27 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Listen to your Mother (Minority Shareholder Rights in Korea)
  Listen to your Mother (Minority Shareholder Rights in Korea) - My mother once told me to look both ways before crossing the street, carry an umbrella in the spring, and don’t go out alone at night. The advice can go along way when doing business in Korea or in m…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:26 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korean’s Appetite for Inept Attorneys
  Korean’s Appetite for Inept Attorneys - Korean’s Appetite for Inept Attorneys Korea Times February 12, 2010 Sean C. Hayes (Host of this blog) I had the pleasure to work with many of Korea’s most entrepreneurial business professionals in out…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:24 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Security on Movable Property and Receivables in Korea
  Security on Movable Property and Receivables in Korea - Security on Movable Property and Receivables Bill in Korea The Ministry of Justice has recently announced a draft bill concerning the securitization of movables and receivables. The Bill has been push…Thu, 1 Jul 2010, 12:22 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Check Kiting Scam Hits Korea (Beware)
  Check Kiting Scam Hits Korea (Beware) - I was contacted by an attorney needing assistance in placing a block, via injunction, on a Korean bank account. The attorney was the victim of a check kiting scam targeting attorney trust accounts. A…Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 04:02 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Sean Hayes in NY Times on Samsung Slush Fund/Corruption Case
  Sean Hayes in NY Times on Samsung Slush Fund/Corruption Case - Sean Hayes, co-team leader of IPG, was quoted by the New York Times on a  book written by Former Samsung head attorney and Prosecutor Yong-Chul Kim on the Samsung Slush Fund Scandal. Sean C. Hayes, an…Wed, 30 Jun 2010, 03:58 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Koreans Saved Wall Street
  Koreans Saved Wall Street - Korea Times September 18, 2009 by Sean C. Hayes (Host of this blog) Ok, maybe not, but foreign direct investment (FDI) and other investments by domestic and foreign businesses have contributed to savi…Sat, 19 Sep 2009, 05:35 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
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Learn Korean

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• 안녕하세요
  안녕하세요 - 좋은 하루 되 세요.....me learning Korean a few month ago, TTMIK via iTunes podcast...now I learn level 3...i can understand,read and write a little bit of Korean language...thank a lot to TTMIK....오늘 날씨가 너무…Sun, 15 Aug 2010, 11:12 PM // learnkorean.ning.com
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• Day 15
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• Day 14
  Day 14 - 모 보 소 오 모세모 (Semo) Triangle나모 (Namo) Square보보라 (Bora) Purple보믈 (Bomeul) Treasure소소나무 (Sonamu) Pine Tree코뿔소 (Kobbulso) Rhino오오이 (Oi) Cucumber라디오 (Radio) Radio…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 07:16 AM // learnkorean.ning.com
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  Day 13 - 고 노 도 로고고추 (Gochu) Chillies고구마 (Goguma) Sweet Potato노노래 (Norae) Sing누랑 (Norang) Yellow도도마뱀 (Domabeaem) Lizard포두 (Podu) Grapes로로켓…Wed, 11 Aug 2010, 03:30 AM // learnkorean.ning.com
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  Interesting phrases - The Korea times has a good recurring feature with very useful phrases:http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/art/art_list.asp?categoryCode=273 (view in IE) …Sun, 1 Aug 2010, 09:39 AM // learnkorean.ning.com
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  Computer Science... or any engineering - Just wondering if anyone is in computer science or some sort of engineering. It would be cool to exchange information while (re-)learning Korean!Sun, 1 Aug 2010, 05:58 AM // learnkorean.ning.com
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  Been listening to TTMIK mp3 files these two days - Finally, it's saturday but I haven't seriously done any studying yet @_@ Have been listening to TTMIK's mp3 which I find it had a lot of good explanation and examples done with some punch of humour (w…Sat, 31 Jul 2010, 09:00 AM // learnkorean.ning.com
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London Korean Links

• Korea’s top films and directors of the decade: the definitive list?
  Korea’s top films and directors of the decade: the definitive list? - Over the course of this year various people have published their list of top 10 Korean films of the last decade. Here at LKL, we’ve collected those lists, analysed them and come up with a poll of poll…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 05:30 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  
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  LKL Weekly Tweets, 2010-09-05 - The largest collection of Korean Buddhist paintings outside of Korea starts to come under the hammer at Christie's: The Jerry Lee Musslewhite Collection of Korean Art http://bit.ly/aCYEqu # Box set of…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 02:58 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
  
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  Return to Seoul - The final installments of LKL’s trip to Korea at the beginning of May Saturday 8 May 2010. We are back in Seoul in good time. At the start of the week, I hadn’t known what my Sancheong schedule was go…Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
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  On the Line: photo exhibition commemorating the Korean War - Press release for the upcoming exhibition at the KCC: ROK MND Hosts “On the Line” Photo Exhibition in United Kingdom to Commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Korean War 10 Renowned Korean Photograph…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
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  All Eyes on Korea at the Thames Festival - Returning to the Festival for a fourth year, the Korean Cultural Centre UK present All Eyes on Korea, a celebration of Korean culture in Jubilee Gardens. Leading talents from a wide range of Korean ar…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
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  September events - So many highlights this month it’s difficult to know where to start. Film Hong Sang-soo is in town for a complete retrospective of his work at the BFI South Bank. A cut down version of the retrospecti…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
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  Nah Youn Sun’s second European release: Same Girl - Here at LKL we’re pretty excited about an upcoming CD release from our favourite female singer, Nah Youn Sun, on the ACT label. If you can’t wait for the European release, you can catch the Korean rel…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
• Five Royal Tombs. Destination: Seooreung (Goyang)
  Five Royal Tombs. Destination: Seooreung (Goyang) - A few days ago LKL wrote about a Silla dynasty royal tomb in Sancheong County: the Last King of Kaya. Power K-blogger Chris Backe reports on a visit to five Joseon dynasty royal tombs in Goyang Just a…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
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  Another Sun: It’s educational, but it’s not for foreigners - I was chatting to my companion during the interval of Another Sun, the big-budget Korean musical, at Sadlers Wells last night. “It’s educational,” she said, “but I don’t think it’s for foreigners.” I…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 10:24 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com

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• Bedevilled to screen at Frightfest
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• The Last King of Kaya
  The Last King of Kaya - Korea is rightly proud of its heritage, and submits the most select elements of its long history to UNESCO for inscribing in the list of important world heritage items. One of the most recent items to…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
• Just the right amount of spice … and loads of meat
  Just the right amount of spice … and loads of meat - A lunchtime trip to the Old Justice pub in Bermondsey I think I’d just been given the thumbs-up. I had just introduced some of my co-workers to Korean food for the first time. I wouldn’t say it was re…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 04:00 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
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• Concert review: Uangel at the KCC
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• The Jirisan Forest Trail
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  Makgeolli, maeuntang and a fashion show - We sit outside in a pavilion overlooking the river as the sun goes down over the hamlet of Saengcho in the north of Sancheong County, picnicking on tiny deep-fried fish with the usual kimchi side dish…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 08:30 AM // feeds2.feedburner.com
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M&A Korea

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• Jeju Motorcycle Diaries
  Jeju Motorcycle Diaries - By Marion Gregory While looking into travel options for summer vacation, some friends and I were keen on sticking around Korea to see more of the local culture. One destination we’d heard nothing but…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:37 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• ALL ABOARD: Korea’s Wine Train
  ALL ABOARD: Korea’s Wine Train - Think wine and Asia don’t mix? Think again! There’s a new train in town, and it’s full of vino. It’s a train ride where you can sit back and relax and drink as much delectable wine as you could possib…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:34 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• Volunteers needed for Gwangju International Day
  Volunteers needed for Gwangju International Day - The GIC (Gwangju International Center) is looking for volunteers for their upcoming GIC Day on Oct. 9. They are looking for participants for the food court, performance and flea market. Read below for…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:28 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• The Skinny on Swimming in Gwangju
  The Skinny on Swimming in Gwangju - By Julian Warmington Leader, Gwangju Tri Sports There are a lot of swimming pools in Gwangju and the towns around Jeollanamdo. If you don’t mind a number of minor details such as having to have a show…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:27 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• Walking the Plank: Sky Jumping in Daegu
  Walking the Plank: Sky Jumping in Daegu - By Finbarr Bermingham SEE VIDEO! My Sky Jump from Woobang Tower, Daegu from Finbarr Bermingham on Vimeo. I’ve always been a bit of a coward, yet paradoxically, always been pretty keen on scaring the c…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:21 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• Gwangju foreign radio now hiring
  Gwangju foreign radio now hiring - GFN is an all English language radio station for foreign residents and tourists in and around the Gwangju area. K-popular is GFN’s program to introduce K-pop and pop-culture is looking for creative an…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:19 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• Update on Michael Simning
  Update on Michael Simning - Enough B-donors have been found for Michael Simning–for now! (This update provided by Hugie Samson.) As word spread through both the foreign and Korean communities, more and more responses came in! In…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:18 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• Blood donations needed in Gwangju
  Blood donations needed in Gwangju - By Whit Altizer One of our most famous ex-pats and one of the really good guys of Gwangju was recently diagnosed with leukemia. Michael Simning was once an English teacher and part owner of the famous…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:17 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• New Korean classes start at Gwangju International Center
  New Korean classes start at Gwangju International Center - The Gwangju International Center administers weekday and weekend Korean language classes. A new session starts Sept. 11, 2010. Various teaching methods are adopted to facilitate not only the learning…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:14 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com
• Traveling this Chuseok? Asia Travel Tips
  Traveling this Chuseok? Asia Travel Tips - By Whit Altizer With Chuseok just around the corner, many expats in Korea are busy planning their next holiday. Some lucky expats are even lucky enough to have up to nine days off this year. If you’re…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 11:10 AM // saykimchirecruiting.com

Seen in Jeonju

• DVD Releases: September 5-11
  DVD Releases: September 5-11 - I have to break a promise I made to myself.  I had told myself this past week that I should not buy any more DVDs this month.  I already received to large orders. This was because the online dvd site…Sat, 4 Sep 2010, 09:33 AM // koreanfilm.org
• I Saw the Devil (2010)
  I Saw the Devil (2010) - A few weeks ago, I had received a call from a friend of mine-a former student who boarded in my house for about two years. He had watched both A Man From Nowhere and I Saw the Devil in theaters and as…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 07:07 AM // koreanfilm.org
• Korean Box Office: August 27-29
  Korean Box Office: August 27-29 - This has been a very busy morning. First a 9:30 meeting going over the budget of an exchange program we are making, the a photo session for a local Chinese-language newspaper, then a meeting with a ne…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 02:48 AM // koreanfilm.org
• DVD Releases: August 29-Sept. 4
  DVD Releases: August 29-Sept. 4 - The Shorts Films of writer No Hee-kyeong–Award winning drama screenwriter No Hee-kyeong is being honored with this release of five of her made-for-tv short films ranging back to the late 90s. However,…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 02:15 AM // koreanfilm.org
• Index of 1971: 136-150
  Index of 1971: 136-150 - Here are the next 15 films produced in Korea in 1971.  Click the thumbnail to see the full-sized image. You can access the full list by director through the tab at the top of the page marked ‘Movies o…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 10:08 AM // koreanfilm.org
• A Certain Love Affair (1965)
  A Certain Love Affair (1965) -  Last Sunday night, EBS showed director Park Jang-ho’s 1965 film A Certain Love Affair. Now, director Park had made just over forty movies between his debut in 1959, 3 O’Clock on a Rainy Afternoon and…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 11:22 AM // koreanfilm.org
• Korean Box Office: August 20-22
  Korean Box Office: August 20-22 - The Won Bin action film, Man From Nowhere, managed to stay at the top of the national box office chart for its third week in a row–but just barely. There was just 1 percentage point difference between…Sun, 22 Aug 2010, 09:43 PM // koreanfilm.org
• New DVD Releases: August 22-28
  New DVD Releases: August 22-28 - This week we have 4 Korean films and three television dramas being released in DVD format. Let’s start with the movies in the order they are pictured below. BESTSELLER (2 discs)– Uhm Jeong-hwa and Ryu…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 11:14 AM // koreanfilm.org
• Index of 1971: 121-135
  Index of 1971: 121-135 - Her are the next 15 films produced in Korea in 1971. Just click the thumbnail for a full-sized image. You can also search for films by director through the tab at the top of the page marked Movies of…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 09:24 PM // koreanfilm.org
• Robot Taekwon V Meets the Golden Wing (1978)
  Robot Taekwon V Meets the Golden Wing (1978) - We have been having a lot of rain. It has been raining here in Samrye,outside of Jeonju, everyday, stopping and restarting a few hours later. Sometimes the rains have been quite heavy and there has be…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 01:55 AM // koreanfilm.org

Seoul City Blog

• Chungmuro International Film Festival, 2-10 Sep 2010
  Chungmuro International Film Festival, 2-10 Sep 2010 -  ’Chungmuro International Film Festival’ (CHIFFS 2010) will run from the 2nd September  until the 10th September, in Chungmuro, the mecca of cinematographic history in Korea, where Korean cinema was b…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 02:00 AM // seoulcityblog.com
• What’s Happening This Month
  What’s Happening This Month -   Seoul Drum Festival 2010 This annual festival is held at various venues from September 4th to the 30th, with the main concert performances at Ddeukseom Seoul Forest Park in the evenings of Friday th…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 08:18 PM // seoulcityblog.com
• Policy Proposal Competition Winners of 2010 SISF
  Policy Proposal Competition Winners of 2010 SISF -   The Seoul Global Center (SGC) held its annual awards ceremony for the winners of the 2010 Seoul International Student Forum (SISF) Policy Proposal Contest on Friday Aug 27th at Seoul Press Center. 7…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 08:06 PM // seoulcityblog.com
• FREE Korean traditional music classes for foreigners
  FREE Korean traditional music classes for foreigners - The autumn semester of 2010 Korean Traditional Music Class for Foreigners starts from Sep. 4.The program will be conducted in English and Korean (with language assistants) and the instruments necessar…Wed, 25 Aug 2010, 09:52 PM // seoulcityblog.com
• Adoptees weigh pro and cons of dual citizenship
  Adoptees weigh pro and cons of dual citizenship - On July 31st, Korean adoptee organization, GOA’L (Global Overseas Adoptee’s Link), hosted a seminar to introduce adoptees who were interested in acquiring dual citizenship to the details of the proces…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 04:46 AM // seoulcityblog.com
• “The Man from Nowhere” (아저씨) with English subtitles
  “The Man from Nowhere” (아저씨) with English subtitles - Synopsis Having once done time behind bars, CHA Tae-sik now leads a quiet life. His only connection to the rest of the world is a little girl, So-mi, who lives nearby. So-mi’s mother, Hyo-jeong, smugg…Wed, 4 Aug 2010, 09:47 PM // seoulcityblog.com
• Itaewon-Hannam GVC’s library
  Itaewon-Hannam GVC’s library - Here at the Itaewon-Hannam Global Village Center we have built up quite an extensive library of English books, most of which have been donated by other expats. In fact, we recently received A very gen…Tue, 3 Aug 2010, 07:42 PM // seoulcityblog.com
• “Death Bell 2: Bloody Camp” with English subtitles
  “Death Bell 2: Bloody Camp” with English subtitles - Synopsis In a follow-up to popular horror film, “Death Bell” (2008), Se-hee is haunted by her step sister Tae-yeon who used to be a promising swimmer but suddenly killed herself in a swimming pool 2 y…Mon, 2 Aug 2010, 09:57 PM // seoulcityblog.com
• Aug. 25th: Itaewon GVC Movie of the Month “Mother”
  Aug. 25th: Itaewon GVC Movie of the Month “Mother” - Movie of the Month “Mother” The movie of the month for August is called Mother. It was directed by Jung-ho Bong and screened at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival. It is considered by many to be the best K…Mon, 2 Aug 2010, 08:00 PM // seoulcityblog.com
• August 27: Living in Seoul Orientation Session
  August 27: Living in Seoul Orientation Session - “Are you new to Seoul?” “Are you curious about what there is to see and do in the city?” “Do you know about all of the support services available for foreigners?” On Friday August 27th at 10:30am we w…Mon, 2 Aug 2010, 08:00 PM // seoulcityblog.com

Seoul Dharma Group

• Templestay in Korea added a group
  Templestay in Korea added a group - Templestay in Korea added a group Korean TemplesLet's share information about Korean TemplesThu, 2 Sep 2010, 04:22 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Templestay in Korea, stan baker and Templestay in Korea joined Seoul Dharma Group
  Templestay in Korea, stan baker and Templestay in Korea joined Seoul Dharma Group - Templestay in Korea, stan baker and Templestay in Korea joined Seoul Dharma Group Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 01:31 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Templestay in Korea replied to Seoul Dharma Group's discussion 'Thank you Temple Stay'
  Templestay in Korea replied to Seoul Dharma Group's discussion 'Thank you Temple Stay' - Templestay in Korea replied to Seoul Dharma Group's discussion 'Thank you Temple Stay'We are very happy to sponsor Seouldharmagroup. We run http://eng.templestay.com as we love to share information on…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 12:37 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Minsun SUh added 2 discussions
  Minsun SUh added 2 discussions - Minsun SUh added 2 discussionsGreat ceremony in commemoration of founding Bongeunsa (October 6th~10th)Great ceremony in commemoration of founding Bongeunsa (October 6th~10th)Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 10:43 PM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Chong Go Sunim added a discussion
  Chong Go Sunim added a discussion - Chong Go Sunim added a discussionBuddhist Art ExhibitionThe Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism sponcers an annual Buddhist art contest. This years entries will be on display from September 1 through the 1…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 01:45 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Vladislav Spasov updated their profile
  Vladislav Spasov updated their profile - Vladislav Spasov updated their profileMon, 30 Aug 2010, 06:24 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Jaguang Sunim and Jon Hamilton joined Seoul Dharma Group
  Jaguang Sunim and Jon Hamilton joined Seoul Dharma Group - Jaguang Sunim and Jon Hamilton joined Seoul Dharma Group Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 01:35 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Evan Yerburgh added a discussion
  Evan Yerburgh added a discussion - Evan Yerburgh added a discussionKalu Rinpoche coming to Seoul in OctoberHi, I just heard the wonderful news that Kalu Rinpoche will be coming to Korea for a few weeks in October. See this blog for inf…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 10:28 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Seoul Dharma Group added a discussion
  Seoul Dharma Group added a discussion - Seoul Dharma Group added a discussionThank you Temple StayI would like to thank Temple Stay Korea for sponsoring Seoul Dharma Group, and allowing the site to continue.Wed, 18 Aug 2010, 09:57 PM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com
• Seoul Dharma Group replied to Chong Go Sunim's discussion 'Ganhwa Seon international conference at Dongguk University'
  Seoul Dharma Group replied to Chong Go Sunim's discussion 'Ganhwa Seon international conference at Dongguk University' - Seoul Dharma Group replied to Chong Go Sunim's discussion 'Ganhwa Seon international conference at Dongguk University'pdf fileTue, 10 Aug 2010, 03:32 AM // seouldharmagroup.ning.com

Socius Daejeon

• Sushi/Kimbap Roller
  Sushi/Kimbap Roller - Like 김밥 (kimbap)? Want to make it at home but you’re not so good with that bamboo mat? German design studio Osko + Deichmann may have a solution for you. See the whole process at Designboom.Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 07:59 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Movie Review: Predators (2010)
  Movie Review: Predators (2010) - Movie Review: Predators (2010) When I heard that they were going to make a new Predator film, I only had one question in my mind, Why? After seeing this film, I still have the same question, Why was t…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 07:40 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Movie Review: The Expendables (2010)
  Movie Review: The Expendables (2010) - Now I really had no idea what to expect in this film. The previews looked great and the film has a scene with Sylvester Stallone,Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Willis all together is what sold the fi…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 03:07 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Movie Review: The Man From Nowhere 아저씨 (A-jeo-ssi)
  Movie Review: The Man From Nowhere 아저씨 (A-jeo-ssi) - At the time of this review, this film has sold over 3.5 million tickets and is the #1 film in Korea and to be quite honest, I have no idea why. There is nothing new in this film and while the film was…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 02:47 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Movie Review: Step Up 3D
  Movie Review: Step Up 3D - As a student of history, one of the first lessons we are taught is, That if you forget the past’s mistakes, then you are condemned to repeat its errors. I kept thinking of that the entire time I was w…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 02:23 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• A-negative Blood Needed.
  A-negative Blood Needed. - From Facebook: Please help spread the word ~ foreigner urgently needs A- blood in Gangnam. As you may or may not know, Rh neg blood types are extremely rare in Korea. If you can help, please contact J…Thu, 19 Aug 2010, 09:58 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Movie Review: Dinner for Schmucks (2010)
  Movie Review: Dinner for Schmucks (2010) - For those who do not know, its an American remake of the 1998 French comedy “Le Dîner de Cons”. Based on how many times I laughed during this film, it should have stayed not remade at all. This film s…Sun, 8 Aug 2010, 12:35 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Movie Review: Toy Story 3
  Movie Review: Toy Story 3 - A few months ago, I selected this film as the #1 film to see this summer. I stated this about it… 1. Toy Story 3 (Aug 5, 2010)(IMAX 3D) I have no idea what will happen in this film but the preview loo…Sat, 7 Aug 2010, 11:56 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Movie Review: Salt
  Movie Review: Salt - When I first saw the preview of this film, I thought that this film really can’t look that bad. After I saw the film, I realized that I was wrong about my earlier idea about this film. Sad to say, it…Sat, 7 Aug 2010, 10:09 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Movie Review: Death at a Funeral (2010 film)
  Movie Review: Death at a Funeral (2010 film) - When I first heard that a USA remake of the 2007 film, I really could not believe it and when it was released I refused to watch it because of the recent failures of US remakes. I thought that the ori…Sat, 7 Aug 2010, 08:27 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

Talk to Me in Korean

• Korean Vocabulary Plus #8 – 노래
  Korean Vocabulary Plus #8 – 노래 - 안녕하세요! This is Korean Vocabulary Plus #8! We introduce grammar points and sentence building tips through our regular lessons, and we do not try to have you memorize a lot of vocabulary words all at on…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 10:00 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Level 3 Lesson 9 – to seem like, to look like (used with verbs)
  Level 3 Lesson 9 – to seem like, to look like (used with verbs) - In this lesson, we are looking at how to use 같아요 with verbs. In order to use 같아요 with verbs to mean “I think…” “It looks like…” or “It seems to me that…”, you need to change the verb into its noun for…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 12:00 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Iyagi #22 – 현우 and 경은 about taking taxis
  Iyagi #22 – 현우 and 경은 about taking taxis - 안녕하세요! Welcome back to another Iyagi episode!! Do you take taxis often? Are taxi fares expensive in your home city? In this episode, 현우 and 경은 talk about 택시. Please find the complete transcript of thi…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 10:42 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Level 3 Lesson 8 – to look like, to seem like
  Level 3 Lesson 8 – to look like, to seem like - 안녕하세요! Welcome back to another TTMIK lesson! Here in this lesson, we are going to learn how to say that something looks like something else, or something seems to be in a certain state. Find out how t…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 03:07 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• New #10 – Kyeongeun’s Audiobook in the Store
  New #10 – Kyeongeun’s Audiobook in the Store - 안녕하세요! We are back with another news update! In this news update, we introduce 최경은의 오디오북 (kyeongeun’s Audiobook)! Listen to the sample audio and view the sample PDF here, and if you have any questions…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 04:29 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korean Vocabulary Plus #7 – 들어오다
  Korean Vocabulary Plus #7 – 들어오다 - 안녕하세요! This is Korean Vocabulary Plus #7! We introduce grammar points and sentence building tips through our regular lessons, and we do not try to have you memorize a lot of vocabulary words all at on…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 10:00 PM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Level 3 Lesson 7 – -아/어/여서
  Level 3 Lesson 7 – -아/어/여서 - 안녕하세요! There are many different ways of linking verbs in one sentence in Korean, and we’ve already looked at how to use -고 [-go] through one of our previous lessons. Today, in this lesson, we are look…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 01:00 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Iyagi #21 – 현우 and 석진 about staying healthy
  Iyagi #21 – 현우 and 석진 about staying healthy - 안녕하세요! Welcome back to another Iyagi episode! In today’s Iyagi, 현우 and 석진 talked about health, and what they do to stay healthy. Everyone, what do you do to stay healthy? 여러분은 건강을 지키기 위해서 어떻게 하세요? 운동을…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 05:22 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Workbook Level 2 Lessons 11-20
  Workbook Level 2 Lessons 11-20 - 안녕하세요! We are back with another workbook. This workbook is the lessons 11-20 in Level 2. How to use the workbook: 1. First open the PDF file available in the sidebar (or in the iTunes podcast feed) an…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 05:23 AM // feeds.feedburner.com
• Korean Vocabulary Plus #6 – 보내다
  Korean Vocabulary Plus #6 – 보내다 - 안녕하세요! This is Korean Vocabulary Plus #6! We introduce grammar points and sentence building tips through our regular lessons, and we do not try to have you memorize a lot of vocabulary words all at on…Fri, 20 Aug 2010, 02:57 AM // feeds.feedburner.com

Three Wise Monkeys

• Nam June Paik Art Center Presents
  Nam June Paik Art Center Presents - CLICK Here for Information on the NJP Center Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 03:54 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• Korean Food for the Hapless // Rainy Day Pancakes at Bori Koge Choo Euk
  Korean Food for the Hapless // Rainy Day Pancakes at Bori Koge Choo Euk - By Kathy Fidler As you’ve probably noticed, it’s been raining A LOT lately, to the point where traipsing around unfamiliar parts of the city hunting for restaurants has become a temporarily unappealin…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 03:48 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• Lake Naju and A Late Summer Morning
  Lake Naju and A Late Summer Morning - By Iwazaru Lake Naju The cliffs rise proud and strong from Naju's shores where silence spreads into eternity. The mountains are prostrate in servitude to the timeless grace and beauty beheld below in…Mon, 23 Aug 2010, 02:05 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• Taking a Break from Self and Noticing Others: A Holiday in the Philippines
  Taking a Break from Self and Noticing Others: A Holiday in the Philippines - Words and pics by Hannah Stuart-Leach With mornings free, I went to help paint science lessons on the walls of the nearby school he taught at. But instead of boarding a heaving bus for 30 minutes, as…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 03:29 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• Green Korea United: A Profile of Defending the Land Pt. 2
  Green Korea United: A Profile of Defending the Land Pt. 2 - By Rishika Murthy After the government survey, Green Korea went out to the land and found a rare species of flower that the government had missed. Activists insist that this flower needs to be preserv…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 12:14 PM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• How not to be the big prick of a foreigner in South Korea
  How not to be the big prick of a foreigner in South Korea - By Jack Dashwood I clicked on a Web site the other day that was paragraph after paragraph of “stupid things Korean girls text to foreigners.” The gist of it was “hey look at this broken English this g…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 08:34 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• Baseball or Cricket = Orwell?
  Baseball or Cricket = Orwell? - By James Barrowdale Alas, I still can’t tell you. The game went on, and my boredom and drunkenness increased at the same rate, a very rare occurrence. The sun started to get low in the sky, but the he…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 08:16 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• Domestic Bliss: International Artist Exhibit in Seoul
  Domestic Bliss: International Artist Exhibit in Seoul - Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 07:50 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• Babymaking in Korea Pt. 3—the Big Day
  Babymaking in Korea Pt. 3—the Big Day - By Lee Scott On the day of my daughter's birth, my wife and I got to the hospital only to find the door locked (really). We followed a sign saying to go around back for emergencies. There was a very e…Mon, 2 Aug 2010, 10:44 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com
• ROCK’N AT THE PENTAPORT ROCK FEST
  ROCK’N AT THE PENTAPORT ROCK FEST - By Andrew Morris and Paul Malin The Pentaport Rock Festival at Incheon Dream Park on Saturday had a lineup that was a bizarre mix, ranging from J-Pop to J-Thrash Metal via K-Rock and U.S. Punk-disco.…Mon, 2 Aug 2010, 04:40 AM // thethreewisemonkeys.com

Touch Tag & Rugby in Korea

• Shanhai Sevens- Asian Rugby Sevens Series
  Shanhai Sevens- Asian Rugby Sevens Series - As part of plan to develop rugby in Asia, 4th-5th September will see Shanghai stage an intensely fast and furious rugby tournament – “Shanghai Sevens” which was sanctioned by the international Rugby B…Sat, 28 Aug 2010, 09:52 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Changwon to Host Next Leg of Korea Rugby Series
  Changwon to Host Next Leg of Korea Rugby Series - Changwon, South Korea – August 9, 2010 — Changwon, west of Busan, will host the next round of the Korea 10s League rugby series. The third of four planned tournaments will be held on Saturday the 21st…Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 08:45 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Korea’s biggest ever Touch tournament?
  Korea’s biggest ever Touch tournament? - Korea’s biggest ever Touch tournament?It seems that ITS 2010 is likely to break all records for this “party in the park” tournament that has become a key fixture on the Asian Touch circuit. With nine…Wed, 28 Jul 2010, 11:41 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Touch is being played at a military base in Korea
  Touch is being played at a military base in Korea - As you might know, Korea is one of the few countries maintaining a mandatory conscription system due the unique situation of the Korean Peninsula. Because of the system, men in their 20s are subject t…Tue, 29 Jun 2010, 09:17 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Cheongju to Host Next Leg of Korea Rugby Series
  Cheongju to Host Next Leg of Korea Rugby Series - Cheongju, South Korea – June 24, 2010 — Cheongju’s Chungbuk National University will be the next venue to host the Korea 10s League rugby series. The second of four tournaments will be held on Saturda…Thu, 24 Jun 2010, 10:17 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Gangnam Rugby 10s Tournament
  Gangnam Rugby 10s Tournament - You are invited to Gangnam Rugby 10s Tournament on Sunday, June 27 at 9:00am.Event: Gangnam Rugby 10s TournamentStart Time: Sunday, June 27 at 9:00amEnd Time: Sunday, June 27 at 6:00pmWhere: Jamwon Pa…Tue, 22 Jun 2010, 10:36 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Live rugby in Korea this Sunday
  Live rugby in Korea this Sunday - Ansan 15's tournament, Ansan City, Sunday 20th June!!All about Touch, Tag and Rugby in Korea touchtagrugby@gmail.comFri, 18 Jun 2010, 12:19 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• More Korea Rugby Tens on Sat 3rd July
  More Korea Rugby Tens on Sat 3rd July - Korea10's Rugby League, Sat 3 July 2010, Cheongju, KoreaCheongju will host the next leg of the Korea 10s on Saturday 3 July. All adult men rugby players are welcome to show up whether you are affiliat…Tue, 15 Jun 2010, 03:21 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Touch tournament in Seoul on June 5th
  Touch tournament in Seoul on June 5th - Event: Second Tournament of the 2010 Touch Series: Seoul SurvivorsStart Time: Saturday, June 5 at 9:00amEnd Time: Saturday, June 5 at 4:00pmWhere: Jamwon Rugby Pitch, Apgujeong, SeoulTo see more detai…Tue, 1 Jun 2010, 05:37 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Korea's Seoul Survivors rugby edge closer to Yellow Sea Cup
  Korea's Seoul Survivors rugby edge closer to Yellow Sea Cup - At a big rugby fest on the banks of the Han River, Seoul (see map at the side of the blog showing the Jamwon Rugby Pitch), a large gathering of players and supporters saw the Survivors edge old enemy…Tue, 1 Jun 2010, 05:36 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com

More

• Yellow Sea Cup 2010: Seoul Survivors vs. Shanghai Hairy Crabs Today
  Yellow Sea Cup 2010: Seoul Survivors vs. Shanghai Hairy Crabs Today - This is the squad to face Shanghai today. After a string of injuries to key players, the coaches have still selected a formidable team to battle the Hairy Crabs. Speedy winger Jacob Leonard is bracket…Fri, 28 May 2010, 11:35 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Korea rugby in mourning!!!
  Korea rugby in mourning!!! - This blog is in mourning following the demise of Korean rugby.....four games and four losses in the a5n (Asia Five Nations rugby) for Korea....just what on earth has gone wrong?Well, we've posted befo…Mon, 24 May 2010, 02:16 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Korea rugby featured in documentary
  Korea rugby featured in documentary - Ironic that all the publicity comes when the results are so disappointing but here is a link for a documentary from KBS on Korean rugby http://www.kbs.co.kr/2tv/sisa/3days/vod/1650385_22093.html as th…Wed, 19 May 2010, 10:54 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Live Rugby in Korea (HSBC A5N)
  Live Rugby in Korea (HSBC A5N) - Date: May 22, 2010 2pm (Saturday)Location: Incheon Munhak Stadium (No.2 pitch)How to get there: see belowFor the directions (map):http://touchtagrugby.blogspot.com/2008/05/asian-five-nations-in-korea-…Wed, 19 May 2010, 09:36 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Live rugby in Korea
  Live rugby in Korea - Kurtis invited you to Yellow Sea Cup 2010: Seoul Survivors vs. Shanghai Hairy Crabs on Saturday, May 29 at 2:00pm.Kurtis says, Ladies and gents,C'mon down and support your team. This is our most impor…Wed, 19 May 2010, 09:32 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Hopes fade for Korea Rugby
  Hopes fade for Korea Rugby - What happened to all the hype? For several years Korea Rugby Union's mantra has been Rugby World Cup 2011....and now they look very unlikely to even hold on to a place in the Asia Five Nations (a5n)..…Sun, 16 May 2010, 10:53 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Arabian Gulf bow out on a historic high in HSBC Asian 5 Nations 2010
  Arabian Gulf bow out on a historic high in HSBC Asian 5 Nations 2010 - [Dubai, May 14 2010]: In its last ever international match, the Arabian Gulf Rugby Football Union (AGRFU) bowed out on a historic note beating Korea 21-19 this evening at The Sevens in Dubai. The win…Sat, 15 May 2010, 03:31 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• IRB RWC 2011 Asian qualification process becomes clearer after Week 3 of HSBC Asian 5 Nations
  IRB RWC 2011 Asian qualification process becomes clearer after Week 3 of HSBC Asian 5 Nations - Japan & Hong Kong lead IRB RWC 2011 chase after Week 3 of HSBC A5N[May 8 2010, Hong Kong]: An entertaining weekend of elite Asian rugby in the HSBC Asian 5 Nations (HSBC A5N) has helped clarify the qu…Tue, 11 May 2010, 11:18 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• International Touch Seoul (ITS) 2010 - 4th of September
  International Touch Seoul (ITS) 2010 - 4th of September - International Touch Seoul (ITS) 2010 will be held on the 4th of September at the KMA (same location as last year). Keep a look out for further details in the coming weeks and on http://www.koreatouch.…Sun, 9 May 2010, 12:53 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Korea 10s League Kicks Off in Seoul on Saturday
  Korea 10s League Kicks Off in Seoul on Saturday - Korea 10s League Kicks Off in SeoulThe Seoul Survivors Rugby Football Club will host the first round ofthe inaugural Korea 10s League rugby series. The opening tournament will be held at the Jamwon ru…Wed, 5 May 2010, 02:44 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Arabian Gulf keep a5n Asia Five Nations rugby tournament wide open!
  Arabian Gulf keep a5n Asia Five Nations rugby tournament wide open! - Arabian Gulf claims first Top 5 victory, edges Hong Kong 16-9[May 1 2010]: The Arabian Gulf claimed its first ever HSBC Asian Five Nations (HSBC A5N) victory with a 16-9 win over Hong Kong this evenin…Sat, 1 May 2010, 02:01 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Japan snuffs out Korea rugby hopes
  Japan snuffs out Korea rugby hopes - Japan opened its HSBC Asian 5 Nations (HSBC A5N) campaign with an emphatic 71-13 win today over Korea. The victory was paced by a remarkable five-try effort from winger Kosuke Endo.After Hong Kong’s o…Sat, 1 May 2010, 01:59 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Live rugby today Korea v Japan in Daegu
  Live rugby today Korea v Japan in Daegu - Next stage of the asia5n rugby for Korea which can be seen live and in person in Daegu or on TV (Star Sports, see earlier postings).If you live around Gumi, hook up with Waegook Cook...details below..…Fri, 30 Apr 2010, 07:52 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Korea v Japan Match Venue Details
  Korea v Japan Match Venue Details - Venue: Gyeongsan Sports Complex (Rugby Field)KO Time: 2PMHow to get there (from Seoul):It's a small city next to Daegu so...1) Option 1: KTX from Seoul Station to East Daegu Station (1 hour and 40 min…Wed, 28 Apr 2010, 04:32 AM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com
• Korea rugby live on TV
  Korea rugby live on TV - Live rugby on TV again next weekend when Korea take on Japan at home. Once again Star Sports www.espnstar.com will televise the match live but why not check it out live....details of the location, kic…Sun, 25 Apr 2010, 09:51 PM // touchtagrugby.blogspot.com

True Stories of Korean Baseball

• 9/2 Roundup and News
  9/2 Roundup and News - Doosan/SK was canceled last night and I don't think it's going to be rescheduled.Samsung 8, Hanhwa 2W - Ahn Ji-man (9-3), L - Julio DePaula (6-12)Samsung HR - Jin Kab-yong (9) Hanhwa HR - Shin Kyeong-…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 12:29 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 9/1 Roundup and News
  9/1 Roundup and News - SK 3, Doosan 0W - Ken Kadokura (14-6), L - Kelvin Jiminez (14-5), S - Song Eun-beom (5)SK HR - None Doosan HR - NoneSK starter Ken Kadokura was simply too much for Doosan and the SK offense provided j…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 10:15 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/31 Roundup and News
  8/31 Roundup and News - LG 6, Nexen 5W - Lee Dong-hyeon (6-1), L - Kim Seong-hyeon (6-7), S - Kim Kwang-su (3)LG HR - None Nexen HR - NoneThis game was actually as close as the score would indicate. The game was tied at five…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 02:02 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/29 Roundup and News
  8/29 Roundup and News - LG/Samsung was washed out again in Seoul.Doosan 9, Hanhwa 3W - Jeong Jae-hoon (7-4), L - Yoon Gyu-jin (1-2)Doosan HR - Yang Eui-ji 2(18) Hanhwa HR - Kim Tae-wan (15)Doosan struggled against Hanhwa sta…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 08:58 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/28 Roundup and News
  8/28 Roundup and News - Samsung 2, LG 0W - Cha Woo-chan (8-1), L - Choi Seong-min (1-1), S - Ahn Ji-man (9)Samsung HR - None LG HR - NoneBoth teams played like they wanted to get out of the rain. The only difference was that…Mon, 30 Aug 2010, 01:15 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• Week 22 Rankings
  Week 22 Rankings - Sorry for not being as solid with the rankings postings. I'm in Canada moving around starting a new position, etc. An unfair week as there were teams like Doosan which played all 6 games on the week a…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 05:00 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/27 Roundup and News
  8/27 Roundup and News - LG/Samsung was washed out.Nexen 5, Hanhwa 4W - CJ Nitkowski (1-4), L - Choi Yeong-pil (1-4), S - Son Seung-rak (21)Nexen HR - Kim Il-kyeong (4), Song Ji-man (14) Hanhwa HR - NoneBoth Nexen starter Goh…Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 09:39 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/26 Roundup and News
  8/26 Roundup and News - Hanhwa 6, Nexen 4W - Ryu Hyeon-jin (16-4), L - Adrian Burnside (10-10), S - Park Jeong-jin (8)Hanhwa HR - Lee Yang-ki (1) Nexen HR - Kang Gui-tae (3)Hanhwa ace Ryu Hyeon-jin had a rough first inning,…Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 01:17 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/25 Roundup and News
  8/25 Roundup and News - Two bits of news in Korean language only today. First, LG has announced that Phil Dumatrait and Shinya Okamoto won't be brought back for next year. I'm not surprised Dumatrait won't be back, but Shiny…Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 12:56 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/24 Roundup and News
  8/24 Roundup and News - SK/Nexen was washed out last night.Doosan 2, LG 2 (6)Doosan HR - None LG HR - Lee Byeong-gyu(11)This game was called after only six innings due to weather. LG had a 2-1 lead in the bottom of the fifth…Tue, 24 Aug 2010, 11:19 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com

More

• 8/22 Roundup and News
  8/22 Roundup and News - These are the final regularly scheduled games. From now until the playoffs the KBO is playing games that were canceled due to rain.LG 6, Nexen 2W - Choi Seong-min (1-0), L - Kim Seong-tae (2-3), S - K…Sun, 22 Aug 2010, 08:20 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/20 Roundup and News
  8/20 Roundup and News - I just got back from a glorious 18-day vacation in Chicagoland. I'm not going to lie. I've been totally half-assing the KBO blog during this month. I'm refreshed, back in Daegu and totally ready to fi…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 08:51 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/21 Roundup and News
  8/21 Roundup and News - LG 4, Nexen 3W - Bong Jung-geun (10-8), L - Goh Won-joon (5-7), S - Kim Kwang-su (1)LG HR - Cho In-seong 2(25) Nexen HR - NoneLG ace Bong Jung-geun delivered a quality effort while Cho In-seong provid…Sat, 21 Aug 2010, 07:33 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/17 Roundup and News
  8/17 Roundup and News - The big news is that I'm presently in transit and have no energy to do a proper update.Hanhwa 2, LG 2Hanhwa HR - Jeong Seong-ho (2) LG HR - Park Yong-taek (6)KIA 7, Nexen 0W - Seo Jae-wong (7-5), L -…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 11:15 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• Week 20 Rankings and News
  Week 20 Rankings and News - Samsung winsFor the Korean baseball week of Tuesday, August 10 to Sunday, August 15. All games were cancelled on the 10th due to rain so it was basically a 5 day week. And some teams only played 3 gam…Tue, 17 Aug 2010, 11:12 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/15 Roundup and News
  8/15 Roundup and News - Giants slugger Lee Dae-ho was finally stopped by the KIA Tigers' pitching staff. Lee finished the day 1-4 with a walk. I think his record of nine consecutive games with a homer should stand for a whil…Mon, 16 Aug 2010, 09:21 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/14 Roundup and News
  8/14 Roundup and News - Doosan/SK was washed out in Seoul.Nexen 8, LG 6W - Adrian Burnside (10-9), L - Phil Dumatrait (4-6), S - Son Seung-rak (18)Nexen HR - Kim Min-woo (8), Jang Yeong-seok (3) LG HR - Park Kyeong-su (3), C…Sun, 15 Aug 2010, 01:51 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/13 Roundup and News
  8/13 Roundup and News - Lotte Giants corner infielder Lee Dae-ho broke his own record by homering in his eighth consecutive game on Friday. Dude is locked in.Doosan 7, SK 4W - Kelvin Jimenez (13-4), L - Ken Kadokura (12-6),…Sat, 14 Aug 2010, 04:02 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/12 Roundup and News
  8/12 Roundup and News - Doosan/Nexen and SK/LG were both rained out last night.KIA 5, Hanhwa 3W - Roman Colon (7-5), L - Ahn Seung-min (2-2), S - Yoo Dong-hoon (13)KIA HR - Ahn Chi-hong (6), Na Ji-wan (11) Hanhwa HR - NoneKI…Fri, 13 Aug 2010, 04:41 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/11 Roundup and News
  8/11 Roundup and News - No real time for an update today. Sorry, baseball fan. Winners, losers, saves and homers as follows...Doosan 5, Nexen 4W - Goh Chang-seong (3-3), L - Ma Jeong-gil (3-2)Doosan HR - None Nexen HR - None…Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 03:24 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/10 Roundup and News
  8/10 Roundup and News - All four games were washed out during a very wet evening on the peninsula. Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 02:00 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• Week 19 Rankings
  Week 19 Rankings - No rankings were published since the All-Star Break. Rankings and W/L are for what happened since the second half started on July 27.First..Samsung Lions, July 27 to July 31 -> 4 wins, 0 losses; Augus…Tue, 10 Aug 2010, 10:13 AM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/6 Roundup and News
  8/6 Roundup and News - LG 8, Samsung 3W - Kim Kwang-su (3-4), L - Francisco Cruceta (6-10)LG HR - None Samsung HR - NoneSamsung starter Francisco Cruceta was chased from the game in the first inning and the Samsung bullpen…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 01:54 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/7 Roundup and News
  8/7 Roundup and News - Samsung 4, LG 2W - Kwon Hyeok (5-1), L - Bong Jung-geun (9-8), S - Ahn Ji-man (5)Samsung HR - None LG HR - NoneSamsung starter Lee Woo-sun was chased from the game after the fourth inning, but the Sam…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 01:53 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com
• 8/8 Roundup and News
  8/8 Roundup and News - Samsung 8, LG 3W - Jang Won-sam (10-4), L - Phil Dumatrait (4-5)Samsung HR - Choi Hyeong-woo 2(18), Cho Dong-chan (8) LG HR - NoneSamsung DH Choi Hyeong-woo blasted a pair of homers while Samsung star…Mon, 9 Aug 2010, 01:53 PM // koreabaseball.blogspot.com

UK in Korea

• Seriously, can you do something instead of playing games?
  Seriously, can you do something instead of playing games? - With the rise of game consoles and computer technology this scenario is being played out not just in the UK, but across the globe. However can this technology be harnessed in a more educational way?Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 09:57 PM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• Korea University - Research Links to the UK
  Korea University - Research Links to the UK - Korea University (KU) is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in South Korea. It is based on a green and landscaped campus in the northeast of Seoul.Thu, 26 Aug 2010, 03:55 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• UK Minister on Elections in Burma
  UK Minister on Elections in Burma - Foreign Office Minister Jeremy Browne urges military government to allow free and fair campaign and polling process.Sun, 15 Aug 2010, 11:26 PM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• What recession?
  What recession? - South Korea has been in the news recently but the story that didn’t make the headlines is the strength, resilience and growth of its economy.Thu, 12 Aug 2010, 02:41 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• Tips for saving energy
  Tips for saving energy - There are lots of things you can do to save energy and reduce your carbon footprint at home. Here are a few ideas to get you started. These are all things which are relatively simple, straightforward…Wed, 4 Aug 2010, 03:29 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• UKTI blog launched
  UKTI blog launched - UKTI blog has been set up to let those with an interest in trade and inward investment activities in the UK share their thoughts, bright ideas and experiences.Thu, 29 Jul 2010, 02:26 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• Telephone system problem
  Telephone system problem - Our telephone system is currently experiencing out-of-hours technical difficulties.Mon, 26 Jul 2010, 01:49 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• South Korea is all made up, thanks to a British toiletries company
  South Korea is all made up, thanks to a British toiletries company - Since first entering the market over a year ago, Berkeley Square has expanded its online and offline presence here.Thu, 22 Jul 2010, 12:55 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• British fashion is a South Korean Favourite
  British fashion is a South Korean Favourite - Nine major British fashion/retail companies were welcomed in Seoul, South Korea by major South Korean buyers, ranging from distributors and retailers through to importers and licensers, to discuss fut…Wed, 21 Jul 2010, 11:09 PM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk
• GIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology) - Links to the UK
  GIST (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology) - Links to the UK - For the second in a series of articles on UK links with Korean academic and research institutions we take a look at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology (GIST).Wed, 21 Jul 2010, 03:30 AM // ukinkorea.fco.gov.uk

United Nations

• UN chief deplores deadly attacks against Pakistan's Shiite Muslims
  UN chief deplores deadly attacks against Pakistan's Shiite Muslims - Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today strongly condemned the terrorist bombings which struck the Pakistani cities of Lahore and Quetta this week and claimed the lives of dozens of civilians and wounded…Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• Conditions in flood-stricken Pakistan still desperate, UN agency cautions
  Conditions in flood-stricken Pakistan still desperate, UN agency cautions - Although flood waters are receding in parts of Pakistan, conditions in the thousands of camps that have sprung up in recent weeks are still desperate, the United Nations refugee agency warned today.Fri, 3 Sep 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• Afghanistan: UN moves quickly to immunize 1.5 million children from polio
  Afghanistan: UN moves quickly to immunize 1.5 million children from polio - The United Nations is moving swiftly to vaccinate 1.5 million children after a polio case was detected in an area of north-eastern Afghanistan which had been free of the disease for more than a decade…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• UN agency warns of tragedy unfolding in southwest of flood-hit Pakistan
  UN agency warns of tragedy unfolding in southwest of flood-hit Pakistan - The United Nations refugee agency today called for boosting relief efforts in the flood-hit province of Balochistan in south-western Pakistan, where some 2 million people have been affected by the rec…Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• UN-backed anti-measles campaign to reach millions of children in China
  UN-backed anti-measles campaign to reach millions of children in China - Nearly 100 million children across China will this month be vaccinated against measles in one of the world's largest such public health exercise in an effort to bring the vast country closer to elimin…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• Global aid needed to help Pakistan avoid losing wheat crop, says UN agency
  Global aid needed to help Pakistan avoid losing wheat crop, says UN agency - Without urgent global assistance to save the upcoming wheat-planting season in Pakistan, the food security of millions in the flood-hit nation is at risk, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organ…Wed, 1 Sep 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• Top UN officials call for scaling up assistance to Pakistan's flood victims
  Top UN officials call for scaling up assistance to Pakistan's flood victims - Top United Nations officials today urged the international community to boost their support for Pakistan's flood victims, especially for the health and well-being of women and children who make up 70…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• Afghan cholera outbreak under control, says UN health agency
  Afghan cholera outbreak under control, says UN health agency - The cholera outbreak that started earlier this month in central Afghanistan is now under control, the United Nations and its partners reported today, stressing that early detection and collaboration a…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• Viet Nam: UN expert urges stepped-up efforts to combat poverty
  Viet Nam: UN expert urges stepped-up efforts to combat poverty - While Viet Nam has made considerable strides in curbing poverty in the past 20 years, efforts must be ramped up to ensure that no one is left behind as the Asian nation continues its economic growth,…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org
• UN advocate Angelina Jolie calls for greater support for Pakistani flood victims
  UN advocate Angelina Jolie calls for greater support for Pakistani flood victims - The United Nations Goodwill Ambassador and award-winning Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie appealed today for the public to step up their financial support for the efforts of aid agencies to bring huma…Tue, 31 Aug 2010, 01:00 AM // un.org

Waygook.org

• Re: The Best Job in The World (The "W" Question Words) - HS Lesson
  Re: The Best Job in The World (The "W" Question Words) - HS Lesson - Hey Lisa,Is it possible to post this in ppt form? I tried upgrading to Office2007 but no go.Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 06:31 PM // waygook.org
  
• Re: Environment lesson
  Re: Environment lesson - I modded the PPT a bit and I threw in a word search as well.  Hope this goes over well for the week!Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 01:54 PM // waygook.org
  
• Re: Supply and Demand- 3rd Year Middle School
  Re: Supply and Demand- 3rd Year Middle School - What I wanted to my kids to understand is that sometimes price can effect how much people buy. I took about 1 or 2 parts and elaborated on it. According to my book and I quote A decrease in price caus…Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 11:31 AM // waygook.org
  
• Re: 5th grade Lesson 9: Whose boat is this?
  Re: 5th grade Lesson 9: Whose boat is this? - fixed up the snakes and ladders game and made it a pdfSun, 5 Sep 2010, 10:13 AM // waygook.org
  
• Re: Sending/Transferring Money to the U.S.
  Re: Sending/Transferring Money to the U.S. - you can do it on the nonghyup website.  i think you should do it for the first time at the bank, but transfers are pretty easy online once you've done it a few times.Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 09:52 AM // waygook.org
  

Kimchi Pot

• Professor accused of sexually assaulting foreign student
  Professor accused of sexually assaulting foreign student - submitted by ksm to Korea [link] [comment]Sun, 5 Sep 2010, 02:43 AM // kimchipot.com
  
• TESOL Course in Ulsan
  TESOL Course in Ulsan - submitted by hal to Korea [link] [comment]Thu, 2 Sep 2010, 12:24 AM // kimchipot.com
• Thinking about leaving your hakwon? Well...
  Thinking about leaving your hakwon? Well... - submitted by nonphotoblue to Korea [link] [comment]Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 11:02 PM // kimchipot.com
• Updates to urgent need for B- blood in Gwangju.
  Updates to urgent need for B- blood in Gwangju. - submitted by Smee to Korea [link] [comment]Sun, 29 Aug 2010, 09:26 PM // kimchipot.com
• Can you spare any change for an English Teacher?
  Can you spare any change for an English Teacher? - submitted by ksm to Korea [link] [comment]Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 01:10 PM // kimchipot.com
• Ahhhhhnold to visit trip to South Korea next month; promote Californian business internationally; pump you up.
  Ahhhhhnold to visit trip to South Korea next month; promote Californian business internationally; pump you up. - submitted by Judang to Korea [link] [comment]Fri, 27 Aug 2010, 01:41 AM // kimchipot.com

Seoul Centric

• Product Reviews
  Product Reviews - Monsoon Eye Make up Must Finally, mascara that doesn’t screw up! As the weather remains full of smog, dust and moisture, we film people find it imperative to have mascara that stays in place and does…Mon, 2 Aug 2010, 07:25 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• Sneak Preview of a new talent in the Seoul Photography Scene
  Sneak Preview of a new talent in the Seoul Photography Scene - I stumbled across this lively image while surfing FB and was delighted at Mr Elliot Farmer and Ms Chloe’s chemistry, and the manner in which Corey portrayed them. Love the urban edge and super gratefu…Wed, 21 Jul 2010, 11:27 AM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• JELLO-LOVERS free up JULY 24
  JELLO-LOVERS free up JULY 24 - Jello-Fest Calling all midnight marauders!!! Seoulstyle is back again with another mouth-watering event. This time we bring you JELLO-FEST!!! We will have endless supplies of jello shots in cups, smal…Tue, 13 Jul 2010, 07:12 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• Cake and flowers anyone?
  Cake and flowers anyone? - My latest cafe discovery has both, in the highest quality. While exploring around Itaewon region the other day, Seoul visitor Andrew and I stumbled across this little slice of sweetness behind Hamilto…Sat, 29 May 2010, 10:32 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• Tylenol-Free ME
  Tylenol-Free ME - Attention chronic pain sufferers, it’s time to put away your Tylenol. You may, in fact, never have to rely on another pain pill again. Why, you ask, might I suggest such a bold claim? Not least as I a…Sat, 15 May 2010, 03:16 AM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• Seoul’s First POETRY SLAMMMMM!
  Seoul’s First POETRY SLAMMMMM! - Date: Saturday, May 22, 2010 Time: 6:30pm – 10:30pm Location: Roofers Rooftop Restaurant Attention poets and spoken word performers! What is SLAM POETRY SEOUL? 3 rounds of slam poetry by artists from…Mon, 10 May 2010, 10:22 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• RAKing into May
  RAKing into May - Swizzling hips, razor sharp wit, enigmatic movement and hypnotic beats were all part of the mix for the 2010 RAK World Bellydance Celebration at Hongdae’s Club Ta, as spectators and performers alike c…Fri, 7 May 2010, 11:43 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• Updated and needing your 2 cents!
  Updated and needing your 2 cents! - My Seoul Faves share you favorite haunts, divulge your dining secrets and gain some inner city wisdom of your own! SEOUL-lovin living! GIVE US YOUR FAVES HERE!Thu, 6 May 2010, 03:10 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• Giving love to services we love-Need printing? Ask Eunice!
  Giving love to services we love-Need printing? Ask Eunice! - We insist on recognizing good service when we see it. Need something printed, designed or glammed up? Leave it to Eunice and team. As someone who plans numerous events from press conferences to night…Thu, 6 May 2010, 02:00 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com
• RECIPES from THE GREEN GRILL!
  RECIPES from THE GREEN GRILL! - You saw them here first…courtesy of Janice, vegan goddess Kia and chef Sean>>>pix to come soon. On a personal note, we were blown away to have sold out in 90 minutes and while that is technically a go…Tue, 4 May 2010, 12:16 PM // seoulcentric.wordpress.com