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As much as "samgyeopsal," the quintessential Korean pork belly cut, translates to three-layered meat, its deliciousness hinges on the perfect balance of fat and meat. This balance delivers a satisfyingly chewy texture bursting with juicy, meaty flavor. In online forums in South Korea now, a heated debate is underway over just how much fat is too much in fat-rich samgyeopsal, as people share their experiences of being served cuts they deem “overly fatty” at restaurants. Th
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Top prosecutor orders speedy investigation into first lady's alleged acceptance of luxury handbag
South Korea's top prosecutor has instructed his staff to create a team dedicated to investigating allegations that first lady Kim Keon Hee accepted a luxury handbag in 2022, legal sources said Friday. Prosecutor General Lee One-seok made the call during a regular meeting with Song Kyung-ho, chief of the Seoul Central District Prosecutors Office, on Thursday, according to the sources. First lady Kim has come under fire after a local media outlet released video footage last November that show
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From fake prostitution ring to nonexistent robber, prank calls hamper police
May 4, 2024
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Police tracking down bomb threat on public facility
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Man arrested while threatening woman with weapon in Gangnam
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Foreign ministry trying to locate missing S. Korean traveler in Paris
May 4, 2024
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Defense chiefs of US, Australia, Japan decry NK-Russia military cooperation
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S. Korea, US share need for joint response to China's solar panel excess capacity
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Business
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Naver will consider company benefits in deciding on selling Line shares: CEO
While the Japanese government is pressuring Naver to shed ownership in Line, the dominating messaging app in Japan, the Korean internet giant said it will make a decision based on the benefit of the company's business, the chief executive officer said Friday. During an earnings call, Naver CEO Choi Soo-yeon said the administrative guidance issued by Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications last month, demanding Tokyo-based LY Corp., the operator of Line, to lower its dep
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US announces extension on graphite use for EV tax credits through 2026
May 4, 2024
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Hankook Tire takes over control of Hanon Systems
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Woori to re-enter brokerage business with acquisition of Korea Foss Securities
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Samsung chief returns from Europe after meeting with Pope, business leaders
May 3, 2024
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B-Robotics teams up with Hanwha Robotics for restaurant automation
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Seoul shares close lower ahead of US employment data
May 3, 2024
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Life&Culture
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[Eye Interview] 'If you live to 100, you might as well be happy,' says 88-year-old bestselling essayist
People are now living longer, well up to the age of 100. Many things have changed compared to 100 years ago, but the pursuit of happiness remains a constant thread. Rhee Kun-hoo was in his 70s and retired from a prestigious career in psychiatry when he took up writing. Born in 1935, the 88-year-old lived in a pastoral society in his youth, survived the Korean War (1950-1953), witnessed turbulent events in Korean history and even served time in prison for opposing the country’s totalitarian
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[What to Watch] Game, set, match: Three great sports films to watch
May 4, 2024
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[Herald Interview] ‘Time to Be Strong’ follows retired K-pop idols’ self-discovery
May 3, 2024
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Dance drama 'Modern Jeongdong' travels back to early 1900s
May 3, 2024
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[Herald Review] 'Goodbye Earth' fails to keep viewers engaged
May 3, 2024
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Songzio launches Seoul flagship store
May 3, 2024
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Korea Season 'breaks' off in Paris with powerful dance performances
May 3, 2024
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