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Sun, October 1, 2023 | 18:52

Meet Korea's disabled but extremely talented models

Meet Korea's disabled but extremely talented models

The fashion industry in Korea is by its nature extremely competitive. Although the industry is slowly moving towards embracing diversity, models with disability in Korea have long been ignored and are still largely left out of marketing and promotion campaigns of big brands.

2021-01-28 14:53

[CEO INTERVIEW] Will we have enough vaccines for COVID-19?

CEO INTERVIEWWill we have enough vaccines for COVID-19?

For almost a year, world has been fighting a battle against the COVID-19 pandemic, a truly unprecedented, once-in-a-century health crisis, and while many countries hoped they were past the worst, many, including South Korea, are now grappling with new outbreaks.

2021-01-04 14:55

Korea preparing for post COVID-19 world with social enterprises

Korea preparing for post COVID-19 world with social enterprises

Social enterprises mix business solutions with creative ideas to change lives and better the environment.Some of these enterprises make consumer products by reusing non-recyclable consumer waste, and others help elderly and disadvantaged people to develop and execute entrepreneurial projects.

2020-12-17 18:47

[CEO INTERVIEW] 'Invest in people, they will do remarkable things': PwC US Chairman Tim Ryan

CEO INTERVIEW'Invest in people, they will do remarkable things': PwC US Chairman Tim Ryan

PricewaterhouseCoopers is the world's leading consulting and accounting firm that identifies company value and constructs a roadmap for world leaders as to where their businesses should be heading to through quality assurance tax and advisory service.

2020-11-06 10:40

'My brother is not a defector': Brother of official killed by N. Koreans tells his side of story

'My brother is not a defector': Brother of official killed by N. Koreans tells his side of story

"Before what happened to my brother, I used to take great pride in my country. I strongly believed that the South Korean government would do anything to protect its people under any circumstances." Lee Rae-jin, the older brother of the South Korean official who was shot dead and burned by North Koreans, was filled with resentment when he spoke to the Korea Times.

2020-09-29 21:33

Family calls for UN probe into North Korea's killing of South Korean official

In letter to Moon, son of slain fishery official demands truth

What happens when China dominates tungsten supply: Almonty Industries

What happens when China dominates tungsten supply: Almonty Industries

This is the first episode of our new series in collaboration with the American Chamber of Commerce in Korea, where we will be taking an inside look into the world of business by exploring a wide range of critical decisions and business strategies faced by chief executives around the world.

2020-09-07 18:08

[Into K-drama] New 2020 lineup to add to your watchlist

Into K-dramaNew 2020 lineup to add to your watchlist

Are you ready to fight massive and dirty corruption, have a romantic fling with Park Bo-gum or Park So-dam, travel in time to solve a murder, and mingle with ghosts?

2020-08-28 11:58

Speed racing with a sedan?: Meet the faster & stronger SM6

Speed racing with a sedan?: Meet the faster & stronger SM6

Renault Samsung Motors has been suffering faltering sales throughout this year due to the coronavirus outbreak. And to revive sales, this time Renault Samsung Motors has rolled out a real head-turner. Four years ago, the automaker released its first SM6 sedan model also known as the Talisman. And this year, Renault has produced a new, more sophisticated SM6 with a high-tech m...

2020-07-28 18:16

How Koreans stay fit during COVID-19: Easy home workout with celeb instructor Yang Jung-won

How Koreans stay fit during COVID-19: Easy home workout with celeb instructor Yang Jung-won

Gyms are shut down and let's be honest, coronavirus has been a perfect excuse for us to move less and eat more. Binge-watching Netflix and YouTube videos never seems to allow us to keep up with the daily workout routine we planned since day 1 of quarantine.

2020-07-20 18:31

What's driving Kim Jong-un's erratic behavior?: N. Korea expert

What's driving Kim Jong-un's erratic behavior?: N. Korea expert

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has proven himself to be the hardest person to trust. On June 16, the North has once again surprised us by blowing up the 15 million dollars worth joint liaison office (South Korea's property, of course) in Kaesong, saying they are very unhappy with anti-Pyeongyang leaflets being sent across the border.

2020-07-07 18:45

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