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Korea’s suicide rate remains top in OECD

South Korea’s suicide rate remained the highest among OECD countries for 10 consecutive years, from 2002 to 2012, according to recent OECD data. The rate in …

Russia bans swear words in art, films

MOSCOW (AFP) ― A hugely controversial Russian law banning curse words in films, theater, the media and arts came into force on Tuesday, part of a …

Older new dads savor wisdom that comes with age
Older new dads savor wisdom that comes with age

Was I nervous about becoming a dad for the first time at age 40? You bet. But I was hardly the only guy intimidated by taking on what was by far the biggest …

‘Booze and brushes’ movement a masterpiece in community building
‘Booze and brushes’ movement a masterpiece in community building

OAIKLAND, California ― The drink isn’t necessarily the draw. It may start that way for most, as it did for three friends during the recent Booze and …

Seoul City Improv hosts U.S. performers for joint show
Seoul City Improv hosts U.S. performers for joint show

The cast of Seoul City Improv (SCI) Seoul City Improv and Improv America will team up in Itaewon and Haebangchon from July 4-6 to deliver a weekend of …

North Asian Gaelic Games returns after three-year break
North Asian Gaelic Games returns after three-year break

Seoul Gaels will be welcoming teams from across the country and overseas for the North Asian Gaelic Games this weekend. The event, to be held at Namyangju …

Seoul seeks honorary citizenship nominations

The Seoul Metropolitan Government is accepting nominations for honorary citizenship until July 31. To be considered for honorary citizenship, current foreign …

PSCORE rock fund-raiser to help defectors

North Korea and rock ’n’ roll are an unlikely combination, but an upcoming charity concert aims to provide a night of good music to support an even better …

Global business centers run free advice sessions

Yeouido and Gangnam Global Business Centers have announced free one-on-one business consulting sessions for July. The first, to be held Thursday at Gangnam …

Gwangju tour to take in Sinan islands

Gwangju International Center is to run a tour down to Sinan County, South Jeolla Province, on July 26th for a day of salt-making and fun on the beach.  In the …

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