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UN: deadly attack on Ukraine city could be war crime

Jan 27, 2015

Deadly rocket attacks on the Ukrainian port city of Mariupol this weekend that “knowingly targeted civilians” violated international humanitarian law and could amount to war crimes, the U.N. political chief said Monday. Jeffrey Feltman told an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council that monitors from the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe who examined the craters reported that the rockets originated from territory controlled by pro-Russian rebel separatists. He said Satu
China court hears 'first gay workplace discrimination lawsuit'

Jan 26, 2015

A Chinese court has heard what is believed to be the country's first lawsuit over gay workplace discrimination, in a case that could have wide repercussions.The plaintiff was fired from his job after he was revealed as gay in a viral online video, and his action was heard last week by the Nanshan District People's Court in the southern metropolis of Shenzhen."We're very optimistic," Liu Xiaohu, a lawyer for the plaintiff, told AFP, adding that the case "will definitely have an impact" on views o
[Best Brand] Luxury space at Oakwood Premier Coex Center

Jun 25, 2014

View inside a Studio Superior residence at Oakwood Premier Coex Center Seoul in Gangnam, SeoulServiced residence (worldwide) - Oakwood Premier Coex Center SeoulConveniently located in the heart of Gangnam, Oakwood Premier Coex Center Seoul offers guests the spaciousness of a private home combined with luxurious 5-star hotel services.The serviced residence features 280 furnished apartments, including studio apartments with up to four bedrooms, ranging in size from 47 square meters to 227 square
[Weekender] Men go under the knife

May 2, 2014

More getting plastic surgery in a society where appearance can mean power
UAE commemorates 42nd National Day

Dec 1, 2013

The following message was contributed by Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Korea Abdulla Al Romaithi to commemorate his country’s 42nd National Day, which falls on Dec. 2. ― Ed.On Dec. 2 each year, the United Arab Emirates commemorates its foundation. This day 42 years ago, the late founding president Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, together with members of the Supreme Council of Rulers, united seven emirates under one flag: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras al-Khaimah, Ajman, Umm al-Qai
The Sultanate marks 43rd national day

Nov 17, 2013

The following was contributed by Omani Ambassador to Korea Mohamed Salim Alharthy on the occasion of the 43rd National Day of the Sultanate of Oman. ― Ed.Firstly, I’d like to thank The Korea Herald for giving me the opportunity to publish this article about Oman and the friendly relations and cooperation between Oman and Korea. I would also like to express the embassy’s warm greeting and appreciation to our friends in Korea for their marvelous support and assistance in promoting the relations be
Hand in hand: Viable diplomacy builds links around the world

Oct 9, 2013

Under the administration of Republic of China President Ma Ying-jeou, the nation’s diplomatic efforts focus squarely on fostering peace and stability through viable diplomacy. Working on the basis of mutual trust, the ROC government has pursued a raft of pragmatic cultural, economic and trade policies. The first step in this process began with improving cross-strait relations. Tensions between Taipei and Beijing long hindered Taiwan’s ability to participate substantively in the international com
Taiwan and Korea: Forging ahead together

Oct 9, 2013

The following article was contributed by Liang Ying-ping, representative of the Taipei Mission in Korea, on the occasion of the 102nd National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan), which falls on Oct. 10. ― Ed.Today is the 102nd National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan). Each year, this is a time for us to celebrate the birth of our nation, and people in Taiwan and other predominantly ethnic-Chinese communities the world over are commemorating the great Double 10th National Day. On behalf
Discover Riyadh

Sept 22, 2013

Riyadh is the meeting place for the nation and the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is characterized by its geographical location since it is located in the central part of the Kingdom. It is home for the government and all governmental divisions and major companies as well as foreign embassies in the Kingdom. Riyadh encompasses the biggest universities and scientific institutes, and is characterized by the hundreds of entertainment centers and historical sites scattered within the are
Charms of rural living await travelers

Sept 12, 2013

Yangyang, Gangwon Province ― Son Tae-yeong used to play among the tall stalks of rice and patchy barren fields of Yangyang County’s Haedam Village in Gangwon Province when he was an elementary schoolboy.Son’s boyhood job was to collect animal dung for fertilizer in an open clearing where cattle grazed. The 51-year-old farmer recalled how he also had plenty of time for horsing around, too, and rattled off names of games that every Korean of a certain age ― whether raised in the city or the countr
Sumi Village steamed buns contain special story inside

Sept 12, 2013

Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi Province ― Sometimes a lot more goes into a steamed bun than simply sweet red beans, according to Choi Dong-bun, a leading figure in Yangpyeong County’s Sumi Village in Gyeonggi Province. Choi is not just a leader in Sumi; she is the woman responsible for making her village particularly renowned for steamed buns.The steamed buns that a group of tour professionals, officials and media learned to make at a rural experience camp site in Sumi ― treats that have made Sumi Village
Azerbaijan celebrates 95th anniversary of Republic Day

May 29, 2013

The following article was contributed by Azerbaijani Charge d’Affaires Ramzi Teymurov on the occasion of the 95th anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of Azerbaijan. ― Ed.On May 28, 2013, Azerbaijan celebrated the 95th anniversary of its Republic Day. Located at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe, Azerbaijan Democratic Republic (ADR) was established in 1918 becoming the first democratic and secular republic in the Muslim world before being occupied by the Bolshevik Red
Peru marks 50th anniversary of Korea ties

Apr 14, 2013

Though not neighboring countries, two countries enrich bilateral agenda at preferential level
Peru’s economy to see strong growth in 2013

Apr 14, 2013

Following a decade of record-high growth, Peru’s economy has remained strong and resilient despite persistent global uncertainty, thanks to strong fundamentals, supportive terms of trade and sound policy management. In the latest assessment of the Peruvian economy by the IMF’s 24-member executive board on Feb. 13, the IMF said that Peru has emerged as one of the fastest-growing and most stable economies in Latin America. Over the period 2002―12, the Peruvian economy almost doubled in size, real
Peruvian food: A new global trend

Apr 14, 2013

In recent years, Peruvian cuisine has become recognized worldwide and the highlight of a series of articles and reports published by prestigious news sources around the world.In its article “Food of the Andes by the Golden Gate,” the New York Times said that Peru’s culinary profile was rising due to its diverse climate and ecology that produces a wide variety of food. Peruvian cooking has been influenced by Andean, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese and African cultures, and has 468 different dishes, th

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