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Kakao Games has decided to scrap using English names among its employees, becoming the first Kakao affiliate to backtrack on the IT front-runner’s attempt to make a more bottom-up working environment with open communication. Kakao Games CEO Han Sang-woo, whose English name is Michael, announced the decision in a meeting with employees on April 17, noting that there had been confusion as its workers had to use English names inside the company but went by their Korean names for external comm
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Liberal bloc moves to rewrite student rights ordinance
The debate over Seoul Metropolitan Government's abolition of its student human rights ordinance is set to expand to the National Assembly as the opposition Democratic Party of Korea plans to draft student rights legislation that would take precedence over regional offices’ decisions. The Democratic Party, which holds a parliamentary majority, on Monday criticized the People Power Party's removal of Seoul's student rights ordinance, calling it "political regression"
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Police to open alleged stalking probe over pastor over Dior bag scandal
April 29, 2024
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S. Korea, Africa craft vision statement for first-ever summit
April 29, 2024
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Med school professor convicted for fake COVID-19 'vaccine card'
April 29, 2024
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Forklift exam draws more test-takers in 50s seeking new skills
April 29, 2024
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From sleeping to space-out contests, Seoul to host 120 events at Han River
April 29, 2024
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Ex-deputy prime minister takes helm of troubled ruling party
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Business
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Mom’s Touch seeks to replicate success in Japan
Renowned for its signature spicy thigh patty burgers, Mom’s Touch has established itself as a dominant player in South Korea’s fast-food landscape, with the highest number of branches here, despite its relatively late entry to the market. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the fast-food chain has ventured into the Japanese market with the opening of its inaugural branch in Tokyo's Shibuya district on April 16. Mom’s Touch CEO Kim Dong-jeon revealed that the decisi
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Celltion’s Zymfentra gets preference in top US formulary
April 29, 2024
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Seoul shares jump over 1% on battery, chemical stocks
April 29, 2024
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BNEF names Hyosung Heavy as top ESS supplier
April 29, 2024
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Intel CEO to visit Seoul in June
April 29, 2024
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Hanwha Systems breaks ground on satellite center in Jeju
April 29, 2024
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Korean franchises eye Japan, riding high on K-food trend
April 29, 2024
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Life&Culture
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[Herald Interview] Mistakes turn into blessings in street performance, director says
Where to draw the line separating the audience from actors in a street performance is tricky for any director. Some are wary of seeing the script derailed by indulging too much into on-the-spot impromptu interaction with spectators. But not so for Song Jae-sung. The director oversees various shows scheduled at Gyeongbokgung this week as part of the annual Seoul festival promoting five palaces from the Joseon era (1392-1910). The nine-day K-Royal Culture Festival, now in its 10th year, kicked off
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Simon Stone sets 'The Cherry Orchard' in turbulent Korean society
April 29, 2024
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'Queen of Tears' finale sets record viewership ratings as tvN's most-watched series ending
April 29, 2024
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"The Plot," rife with unexpected twists, will showcase Gang Dong-won at his coldest
April 29, 2024
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'Moon of Seoul' balloon ride prepares to take flight in June
April 29, 2024
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Lim Yunchan announces change of program for June recitals
April 28, 2024
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[What to See] Cheongdam-dong galleries bring together must-see shows
April 27, 2024
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