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Mongolian murder suspect found dead

The suspect allegedly stabbed another Mongolian migrant worker. gettyimagesbankBy Dong Sun-hwaA Mongolian murder suspect was found dead on a mountain in Gumi, North Gyeongsang Province, on Saturday. The suspect, 46, hung himself from a tree, according to Gumi Police Station. He allegedly stabbed another Mongolian migrant worker to death on Wednesday at the victim's studio apartment in Gumi. The victim was found under a blanket and the weapon was also at the scene. Police had been searching for the suspect.

Jan 14, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Mongolian murder suspect found dead
Shows & Dramas

Korean shows still have sexist content, survey shows

The survey shows that entertaining programs in Korea have sexist content. gettyimagesbankBy Dong Sun-hwaAt least one in two entertainment and lifestyle shows in Korea still contain sexist content, according to the recent survey by Korea Communications Standards Commission (KCSC). KCSC, the government body responsible for content, disclosed on Sunday that 61.5 percent of entertainment shows and 50 percent of lifestyle programs includes gender-discriminating content. The subjects of the survey were 39 entertainment programs and 20 lifestyle shows from major and minor broadcasting channels, aired in May 2018. Two episodes from each program were scrutinized. The entertainment shows displayed a male-centric trend, with female members comprising only 37.3 percent of the cast. The number of males was 608 ― about 1.7 times more than females. The main hosts and regular cast members of the entertainment programs were mostly men as well. But for the lifestyle programs, women outnumbered men. Some entertainment shows were found either to have made fun of or belittled women's appearances to evoke

Jan 14, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Korean shows still have sexist content, survey shows
People & Events

'No. 2 man' of Unification Church dies

Pak Bo-hi died from chronic disease. YonhapBy Dong Sun-hwaPak Bo-hi, the “No. 2 man” of the Unification Church, died from chronic disease at 89 on Saturday. He had been in Cheongshim International Medical Center in Gapyeong, Gyeonggi Province, since 2018. Born in 1930, Pak fought in the Korean War in 1950. He rose as the right-hand man of Unification Church founder, Moon Sun-myung in the 1970s, helping Moon with English translation when the church was spreading its influence abroad. Pak's daughter had a “ghost marriage” with Moon's second son, who was killed in a car accident. Pak was founding president and chairman of the Washington Times board, and president of the Segye Times. He was also involved in business with North Korea. When former North Korean leader Kim Il-sung died in 1994, Pak went to North Korea to offer condolences.

Jan 14, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
'No. 2 man' of Unification Church dies
Law & Crime

Nurse's suicide note: 'Don't even offer me your condolences'

A nurse committed suicide on Jan. 5 at her home because of alleged bullying at work. gettyimagesbankBy Dong Sun-hwaA Seoul Medical Center nurse committed suicide last Saturday at her home after allegedly being bullied at work. The cause of her death was a drug overdose. She left a suicide note that read: “Please do not take me to our hospital when you find me, and I do not want my hospital people to offer me condolences.”The bereaved family claimed she had been harassed at work and demanded an investigation. The nurse once sent a message to her family saying she was not able to have a meal during the day. She also was chided for not making coffee well and scolded because of the noise her slippers made, according to the family. “The hospital made a call after the cremation, asking why she has been absent from work,” her younger brother said. “I was extremely enraged and hung up after telling them she died.”

Jan 11, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Nurse's suicide note: 'Don't even offer me your condolences'
Shows & Dramas

Hyun Bin, Son Ye-jin dating?

Son Ye-jin and Hyun Bin are rumored to be dating. Capture from Son Ye-jin's InstagramBy Dong Sun-hwaIs this a new top star couple in the making?Although A-list actors Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin have denied their romantic relationship, the rumor mill has still been working overtime, with dozens of netizens parading evidence that they are dating. Son Ye-jin and Hyun Bin have taken several pictures together. Capture from Son Ye-jin's InstagramMany claim the pair exhibited particular affection toward each other while promoting the film “The Negotiation,” in which they co-starred in 2018. Son also has disclosed myriad photos taken with Hyun Bin on her Instagram. The rumor began to circulate after a netizen revealed on an online community Wednesday that she spotted the pair and Son's parents at a golf course and a restaurant in Los Angeles.But the agencies of both stars denied the rumor. “Son is currently on a trip alone,” a spokesperson for her agency, MSTeam Entertainment, said. “Her parents are in Korea at this moment. They could not have had a meal with Son a

Jan 11, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Hyun Bin, Son Ye-jin dating?
K-pop

Father of female K-pop star accused of sexual assault

The chef father of a K-pop star has been accused of sexual assault of a restaurant worker. gettyimagesbankBy Dong Sun-hwaPolice have launched an investigation into the chef father of a female K-pop idol for allegedly sexually assaulting a restaurant employee. Namyangju Police Station said on Thursday a complaint was filed in September. The accuser claimed she had been habitually sexually harassed and assaulted by the chef, the owner of the eatery, in and out of the workplace. “We have investigated both victim and the assailant but have not yet found any tangible evidence,” a police official said. “We secured communication data and are currently working on it.” The chef has reportedly denied the allegation. He is the father of a prominent female idol singer and also featured on a television show, according to several reports. Although no further details are available, online users have been speculating on the singer's name.

Jan 11, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Father of female K-pop star accused of sexual assault
Arts & Theater

Anne-Marie to hold first Seoul gig in April

English singer-songwriter Anne Marie will hold her first Seoul concert on Apr. 13 at YES24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu. Courtesy of Private CurveBy Dong Sun-hwaThe mellifluous voice of English singer-songwriter Anne-Marie will resonate in Seoul on the night of April 13 when she stages her first Korean gig. The concert is set for the Yes24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu. Tickets go on sale from Jan. 14 on YES24 and Melon Ticket. Anne-Marie, whose birth name is Anne-Marie Rose Nicholson, debuted with the single “Summer Girl” in 2013 and has been gaining popularity since. Included in her hit-song list are “Alarm,” “Friends” and “2002.” She has also teamed with dozens of prominent artists to create some remarkable songs, including “Rockabye,” which conquered the U.K. Singles Chart for nine consecutive weeks after its release in 2016. She collaborated with Clean Bandit and Sean Paul on the song.

Jan 10, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Anne-Marie to hold first Seoul gig in April
Shows & Dramas

Actor investigated for alleged sexual molestation

Rookie actor Jeong Yoo-ahn was investigated for allegedly sexually molesting a woman. Courtesy of VAST EntertainmentBy Dong Sun-hwaRookie actor Jeong Yoo-ahn, who starred as a child actor in megahit film “Along with the Gods,” has been investigated for allegedly sexually molesting a woman. “Jeong was under probe and will be involved in a further investigation,” a police official told Ilgan Sports Thursday. Jeong, 20, allegedly molested a woman he met during a drinking party. He was reportedly accused after making an “unreasonable demand” to the woman while intoxicated. “Jeong did have an investigation,” a spokesperson for his agency VAST Entertainment told the media outlet. “We have to watch the further situation.” Jeong has stepped down from the upcoming tvN drama “Psychometry Guy” because of the allegation. His Instagram also is not open to the public. Jeong debuted as a TV commercial model in 2015 and has appeared in numerous works including blockbuster “Along with the Gods: The Last 49 Days” in 20

Jan 10, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Actor investigated for alleged sexual molestation
Law & Crime

Drunken students bash Russian-Koreans

Three high school students allegedly attacked two Russian-Koreans. Capture from JTBCBy Dong Sun-hwaPolice booked three drunken high school students for allegedly bashing two Russian-Koreans in Dangjin, South Chungcheong Province, on Jan. 1, according to JTBC Tuesday. CCTV footage showed the moment the students assaulted the Russian-Korean father-in-law and son-in-law. When one victim tried to flee, the attackers chased him and kicked him. The attack lasted several minutes. The father-in-law suffered a serious right eye injury and had an operation in Seoul. The victims say the attack happened after they asked the students for directions. “I was horrified and confused,” one victim said. “I had no idea of what was going on.” The attackers have not yet graduated high school, but could have drunk alcohol because they legally became adults in "Korean age," Jan. 1.

Jan 10, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Drunken students bash Russian-Koreans
People & Events

Heart attack kills young singer

Trot singer Jin Hyoung died on Jan. 7. Capture from Jin Hyoung's InstagramBy Dong Sun-hwaTrot singer Jin Hyoung, 33, died from a sudden heart attack on Monday at his home. He reportedly had not suffered any chronic diseases. The news made headlines after his wife uploaded a photo on her Instagram, Tuesday. “I miss you so much, my beloved husband ― why did you leave so urgently,” she wrote. “Please come and give him the last bow, he must have been looking forward to it.”Jin debuted as a singer in 2006. He married in June 2018.

Jan 9, 2019By Dong Sun-hwa
Heart attack kills young singer
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