May 20, 2015
The Korean daily media headlines and humor
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Your Excellency:
Here are The Korea Post notice, humor from a generous former Asian ambassador and a Korean business daily and a roundup of important headlines from all major Korean-language dailies, TV and other news media this morning:
Lee Kyung-sik
Publisher-Chairman
Korea Post Media
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The Korea Post notice
To avoid the overlapping of the date of functions with Russia and the Philippines, we have moved up the date of the tour of the Handong Global University to Thursday 11 June 2015 from May 12. For the University, please visit: /news/view.html?section=162&category=184&no=947
Here are excerpts from our article on the University:
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Handong Global University stands out with many distinguishing features
Unrivaled long string of scholarships, financial assistance
Most of the high school graduates and their parents in Korea tend to insist on winning matriculation ‘at all cost’ at Seoul National University or other ‘prestigious’ universities in Seoul such as Yonsei, Korea, Ewha (for women), Sogang and a number of others. However, closely examining other universities in Korea, such as those in different localities out of the capital city, one is appalled at the outstanding features of other universities in various localities, which stand out in various aspects. The Korea Post has embarked on ‘discovering’ such universities across the country and introducing them to the students and parents for a fresh look into the reality in the educational circles in Korea.
The first university is Handong Global University (HGU) which is located near Pohang where POSCO is situated. Unlike other universities, students at HGU come from Seoul instead of their going to Seoul from the local regions. A quick glance at a breakdown of students at HGU from different localities shows 31.2% from Seoul and the surrounding ‘Capital Zone,’ 18.7% from Daegu Metropolitan City (MC) and Gyeongsangbuk-do, 12.4% from Busan MC, Gyeongsangnam-do (including Ulsan) 9.2% from Gwangju MC and Jeolla provinces, 11.9% from Daejeon MC and Chungcheong provinces, 2.4% from Gangwon and Jeju regions. This situation is rarely noticed with other universities in Korea, and may be construed as an indication that HGU has features that outshine other universities, including those in Seoul.
One of the outstanding reasons is the generous scholarships offered by the University and other supporting organizations and the outstanding features attractive to the students and parents.
Ambassadors and their spouses are invited to tour the campus facilities of the University on Thursday 11 June 2015 moving there by Deluxe KTX Speed Train and also to visit the POSCO Museum and the picturesque Yeongil-Dae Pavilion that protrudes into the sea from the shore of Pohang.
Invitation has been faxed with a previous (wrong) date and should be changed to Thursday 11 June 2015. In the case of transmission failure, please contact Tel 2298-1740/2, 010-3388-1682 (Korean), 010-3481-1101 (English) or 010-5201-1740 (Chairman Lee Kyung-sik).
Main building of the Handong Global University campus in Pohang, near POSCO.
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Today’s humor:
Humor from a generous former Asian ambassador
Gifs for mother
Four brothers left home for college, and they became successful doctors and lawyers.
One evening, they chatted after having dinner together.
They discussed the 95th birthday gifts they were able to give their elderly mother who moved to Florida .
The first said, "You know I had a big house built for Mama."
The second said, "And I had a large theater built in the house."
The third said, "And I had my Mercedes dealer deliver an SL600 to her."
The fourth said, "You know how Mama loved reading the Bible and you know she can't read anymore because she can't see very well. I met this preacher who told me about a parrot who could recite the entire Bible. It took ten preachers almost 8 years to teach him. I had to pledge to contribute $50,000 a year for five years to the church, but it was worth it. Mama only has to name the chapter and verse, and the parrot will recite it."
The other brothers were impressed.
After the celebration Mama sent out her "Thank You" notes.
She wrote: Milton, the house you built is so huge that I live in only one room, but I have to clean the whole house. Thanks anyway."
"Marvin, I am too old to travel. I stay home; I have my groceries delivered, so I never use the Mercedes. The thought was good. Thanks."
"Michael, you gave me an expensive theater with Dolby sound and it can hold 50 people, but all of my friends are dead, I've lost my hearing, and I'm nearly blind.
I'll never use it. Thank you for the gesture just the same."
"Dearest Melvin, you were the only son to have the good sense to give a little thought to your gift. The chicken was delicious! Thank you so much."
Hankuk Kyungje
Countryside Diner
En route to their vacation resort, the couple stopped at a small roadside diner. They ordered soup and sandwich.
When the waitress bought the soup, they saw that her thumbs were deep inside the bowl. The husband immediately called it to her attention.
“Don’t worry. The soup isn’t very hot,” she replied.
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KBS (http://world.kbs.co.kr/english/news/)
Gov't: No THAAD Discussions with Kerry
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UN Chief to Visit Gaeseong Park on Thursday
Gov't Willing to Discuss Gaeseong Wage Hikes
USFK Chief: S. Korea, US Severally Reviewing THAAD Deployment
Eurasia Limited Express to Begin Journey on July 14
S. Korea's Export Growth Falls to 1%
UN Chief Urges S. Korea to Slash Greenhouse Gas Emissions
FKI Urges Gov't to Raise Asset Criteria on Large Corporations
N. Korea Building More Statues of Kim Il-sung & Kim Jong-il
Kyodo: Kim Jong-un Orders Rocket Test-Launch
NYT: Collapse of N. Korea will be Quick and Brutal
Foreign Activists to Cross DMZ via Panmunjeom
N. Korean Leader Orders Preparations for Satellite Launch
Supreme Court to Revise Criminal, Civil Suit Rules
Survey: Majority of Seoul Citizens Believe Changing Social Class is Difficult
Rising Number of Foreign Residents Call Seoul Home
Jarasum Int'l Jazz Festival Signs MOU
Gwangju International Film Festival Kicks Off
Character-Building Courses Required for
YouTube Marks 10th Anniversary
Local Scientists Develop Energy-Generating Photosynthesis System
S. Korea's Technology Level Estimated at 78.4% of US
Gwangju Universiade Flame Lit in Paris
Korean-Australian Lee Min-jee Wins LPGA Title
UFC to Make S. Korea Debut on Nov. 28
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Yonhap (http://english.yonhapnews.co.kr)
Dodgers pitcher Ryu may undergo shoulder surgery
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Japanese activist attempts to disgrace S. Korean victims of WWII sex slavery
A Japanese conservative activist on Tuesday allegedly made another attempt to disgrace South Korean victims of Japan's wartime sex slavery, according to officials at a home for the victims.
Hundreds more scholars sign joint statement urging Japan to acknowledge sex slavery
Hundreds of more scholars from around the world have joined their colleagues in a landmark joint statement criticizing Japan for distorting the history of its wartime sexual slavery, bringing the total number to nearly 500.
S. Korean bizmen hails U.N. chief's planned visit to joint industrial park
A group of South Korean businessmen on Tuesday hailed the U.N. chief's plan to visit a joint industrial complex in North Korea, voicing hope that the move could help ease inter-Korean tension.
N. Korea slams South over wage row at Kaesong compl..
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Securities trade tax revenue to soar on stock rally
Seoul shares open higher on U.S. gains
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Yoo Seung-jun apologizes for evading conscription
Dodgers pitcher Ryu may undergo shoulder surgery: reports
S. Korean clubs winless in AFC Champions League round of 1..
Gwangju Universiade torch lit in Paris
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The Korea Times (http://www.koreatimes.co.kr)
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US experts call on Japan to renounce Dokdo
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DongA Ilbo (http://english.donga.com)
UNSG Ban Ki-moon to visit N.K. for ‘progress in inter-Korean relations’
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Hyundai Card opens Music Library equipped with 10,000 rare albums
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New year’s wishes change over time
Samsung’s mobile phone beats Apple to top ACSI
Actor Lee Jung-jae reported to be in a relationship with Daesang heiress
N. Korean leader shows willingness to hold inter-Korean summit
U.S. military base in Yongsan bans civilian drones, model aircrafts
Japanese police on 14-year manhunt for cruel murderer
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Chosun Ilbo (http://english.chosun.com)
When Is the Hardest Time to Catch a Taxi in Seoul?
The hardest place to catch a cab in Seoul is near City Hall downtown, where it takes an average of 9.4 minutes. Chances of catching a taxi are not much higher near Gyeongbok Palace and Jongno, where it takes an average 8.9 minutes. >> Full Text
Confectioner Orion Thrives in China
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Jobseekers Get Rid of Tattoos to Improve Chances
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Kerry Pushes for THAAD Deployment
Korea, India to Work Closer Together
LG Gets Boost from New Smartphone
Korea Gears Up for Women's World Cup in Canada
Mao Asada Puts Off Retirement
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Hankyoreh Shinmoon (http://english.hani.co.kr)
S. Korean gov't trying to gag the social artists that insist on satirizing
Artists using a broad range of techniques to poke fun at those in power, and being slapped with fines as punishment
Hong Seung-hee, 25, is a “social artist.” She draws artistic inspiration from social issues and works not in the traditional gallery environment, but in open spaces. Over the past year, her social art has earned her some seven million won (US$6,420) in fines. The real issue was the content of her work, but the actual punishments were for contrived reasons such as “road obstruction.” So why the ruses?
North Korea heaps harsh words on Pres. Park for “silly sleepwalker’s dreams”
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Kaesong companies pass resolution opposing North’s unilateral wage raise
Kaesong Industrial Complex tenant companies reached an agreement not to accept North Korea’s unilateral demands to increase wages. Instead, they agreed to provide the North Korean authorities with a letter of guarantee to pay the difference in the wages once North and South Korean negotiators reach an agreement. .
US Congress to again designate North Korea as a state sponsor of terrorism
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[Reporter’s notebook] A nation that is leaving its elderly for dead
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[Photo essay] May 18 continues to this day
“The May 18 Democratization Movement did not end with the deaths early in the morning on May 27, 1980, the day the movement was crushed by military force. It was reborn as a long march toward democracy in South Korea and is still alive today. Democratic development in South Korean society has reached a point where there is no longer a place for military dictatorships, and the history of unjust governments trampling on the rights of the people will not be repeated.” .
[Reporter’s notebook] Comic book rental system leaves creators as starving artists What’s a suitable price for a comic book rental? After the success of Lezhin Comics, many companies have been jumping into the paid online comic market, especially for mobile devices. Kakao Page, the company’s web comics and ebook service, has adopted an active paid-access policy, offering only the first part of its comics for free and requiring payment for the rest. A new app called Story Forest offers access for a flat rate. .
With Queer Culture Festival approaching, Seoul in a bind
As anti-gay groups increase their opposition to the Queer Culture Festival, which is scheduled for next month at Seoul Plaza, the city of Seoul finds itself searching for answers. Held since 2000, the Queer Culture Festival is a festival for homosexuals, bisexuals, transgender individuals, and other sexual minorities. .
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JoongAng Ilbo (conservative): (http://koreajoongangdaily.joinsmsn.com/)
Nation’s past reflected at World Education Forum
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Kerry refers to Thaad in Korea on Seoul visit
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Phone bills become all about data not calls, SMS
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Modi explores Korea Inc.
It was only a two-day visit to Korea for Prime Minister
Narendra Modi, but it was a big business opportunity for both India and Korea…
U.S. court says Samsung did infringe on Apple
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Ban Ki-moon to pay a visit to Kaesong Complex
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South announces new aid for North
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Consultant urges aggressive action
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Stock price trading limit doubled to 30 percent
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Korean stocks rise, buoyed by Wall Street
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Phone bills could fall for 3 million people
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E-cigarettes often labeled incorrectly, say agencies
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Maeil Kyungje (neutral-oriented conservative, economic/business): (http://news.mk.co.kr/english/)
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Wang Changtian emphasizes Korea-China synergy in entertainment business
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Gov’t mulls $40mn aid for ‘mutual employment between generations’
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S. Korea and India agree on massive economic cooperation
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LG Electronics ranks 1st in ‘telematics’ for 3 consecutive years
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DSME to opt out of wind power generation business
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Alibaba opens Korea-only mall
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The Kyunghyang Shinmoon (http://english.khan.co.kr/)
"The State Should Compensate Death of Civilian in U.S. Bombardment during the Korean War"
For the first time the court ruled that the country should provide compensations to the family of a civilian victim who died from shelling by the U.S. military ···
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[Editorial] Kang Ki-hun Acquitted, but Not a Word of Apology from the Perpetrators
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Kim Jong-un's Reign of Terror: North Korean Military's Second-in-Command Purged
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[Editorial]Why Are Ministers Choi Kyung-hwan and Moon Hyung-pyo Fueling Conflicts between Generations?
Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs and Minister of Strategy and Finance Choi Kyung-hwan and Minister of Health and Welfare Moon Hyung-pyo have made a se···
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The Korea Economic Daily (http://english.hankyung.com/)
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[Market Insight] 300 Bil. Won Korean-Chinese PEF to Invest in Healthcare Sector
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Women Workers Getting Paid More Than 100 Mil. Won Rise to 40,000
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Share of Diesel Cars Surges to Record High
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Choco Pie Catches Global Taste
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AJU Business Daily (http://eng.ajunews.com/korea)
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Teenage actor Yeo Jin-goo and actress Gil Eun-hye cast in 'Orange Marmalade'
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Job fair packed with students
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Foreign students experience traditional Korean coming-of-age ceremony
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ETNEWS (http://english.etnews.com/)
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