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[Seoul Food Alley] ‘Army stew’ represents tumultuous mid-20th century history

Seoul’s alleys are filled with eateries specializing in particular dishes. The Korea Herald takes you on a foodie trip to narrow alleys where decades-old establishments beckon diners with their secre...

May 8, 2019
Food
[Graphic News] Cancer is No. 1 cause of death in S. Korea

The death rate from cancer in South Korea has been on the rise every year, according to the Korea Insurance Development Institute. The number of life insurance subscribers who died of cancer incre...

May 7, 2019
Health
[News Briefs] Year’s first flesh-eating bacteria found in Gyeonggi

Vibrio vulnificus, a strain of necrotizing bacteria, was detected in seawaters off the west coast of Gyeonggi Province, the province’s Health and Environment Research Institute said Tuesday. Three o...

May 7, 2019
Health
Hallyu gains steam with exports rising 9.1% in 2018

Hallyu continues to have a positive impact on the economy with related exports rising 9.1 percent in 2018, according to a recent Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange report. The rep...

May 3, 2019
Culture
[Weekender] Where to picnic in Seoul

Picnic-perfect spots in the city

May 3, 2019
Culture
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals found in children’s products

About 130,000 children’s products were found to contain endocrine disruptors during customs clearance procedures, a Korea Customs Service report showed Friday. KCS and the Korean Agency for Technolo...

May 3, 2019
Health
[Eye Plus] A patriot’s legacy

In Apgujeong, Seoul’s southern mecca of high fashion, fine dining and plastic surgery, lies the tomb of Ahn Chang-ho (1878-1938), a legendary freedom fighter from the Japanese occupation of Korea. N...

May 3, 2019
Travel
New spot, new dessert, fresh vibes at Happy Happy Cake

Pastry chef draws inspiration from nurungji, makgeolli and brown rice

May 3, 2019
Food
[Weekender] Back in the day: Sweet memories of picnics

In South Korea, spring outings are a grand, communal affair that bring people together. Schools, churches, companies and various social clubs and communities start planning way before spring arrives....

May 3, 2019
Culture
[Weekender] Picnic rentals: Skip the hassle, enjoy the season

Sometimes, the best picnics happen on the spur of the moment. And South Korea’s thriving picnic rental services, conveniently clustered near popular destinations, make last-minute outings a breeze. ...

May 3, 2019
Culture
[Herald Interview] Artistry of movie makeup

Film makeup artist Cho Tae-hee shares stories on his work, ambition to shake up the industry Being a makeup artist for movies takes on a multitude of challenges -- one has to create the perfect look...

May 2, 2019
People
Into wetlands of Suncheon Bay, onto garden of Korea

SUNCHEON, South Jeolla Province -- Stepping off the KTX, I was welcomed by light drizzle and clouded skies in Suncheon, a city on the southwestern coast of the peninsula. It was perhaps a befiting fi...

May 2, 2019
Travel
[Travel Bits] Festivals, sights across Korea

Spring on Spoon festival in Everland Happy May in Coex Aquarium Coex Aquarium is holding themed events in May, including a photo event, face painting and other activities for children. Throughout ...

May 2, 2019
Travel
[Seoul Food Alley] Discovering Gongdeok Market’s ‘food alleys’

Seoul’s alleys are filled with eateries that specialize in particular dishes. The Korea Herald takes you on a foodie trip to narrow alleys where decades-old establishments beckon diners with their se...

May 2, 2019
Food
[Around the Hotels] Packages and promotions

Barbecue night at JW Marriott Seoul JW Marriott Seoul’s The Margaux Grill presents the Grill in the Secret Garden promotion. The promotion allows diners to enjoy barbecue while listening to live ja...

May 2, 2019
Food

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