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Cardinal Nicholas Cheong Jin-suk dies

Cardinal Nicholas Cheong Jin-suk / Courtesy of Archdiocese of SeoulCardinal Nicholas Cheong Jin-suk, former Catholic archbishop of Seoul, died Tuesday, Catholic officials said. He was 89.Cheong passed away of old age at 10:15 p.m. at a Seoul hospital for treatment, according to officials. He had been hospitalized since February due to an unspecified ailment. For years, he expressed his intention not to receive life support treatment, although he managed to overcome critical, life-threatening maladies in the past.He agreed to donate his organs, including his corneas, upon death. Catholic officials said surgeons has removed some of his organs in accordance with his will.A Requiem Mass was held in a solemn mood after midnight at Myeongdong Cathedral, the seat of the Catholic archdiocese of Seoul, presided over by Cardinal Andrew Yeom Soo-jung, the incumbent archbishop. It was attended by a limited number of bishops, priests and reporters.The body of the late cardinal was laid in a glass coffin before the altar."Cardinal Cheong gave out everything he had to churches and the poor. He dona

Apr 28, 2021
Cardinal Nicholas Cheong Jin-suk dies

Inter-Korean reunification activist Paek Ki-wan dies at 88

Lawmakers of Justice Party condole the death of Paek Ki-wan with a moment of silence during the party's meeting at the National Assembly on Feb. 15. YonhapPaek Ki-wan, who devoted his life to the reunification of the two Koreas, died Monday, hospital officials said. He was 88.According to Seoul National University Hospital and his aides, Paek had been in the hospital since January of last year with symptoms of pneumonia. Born in 1932 in what is now Unnyul in North Korea's South Hwanghae Province, Paek worked to educate the poor and farmers, as well as to reunify the divided peninsula.In 1964, he protested against the signing of the treaty on basic relations between South Korea and Japan. In 1974, he was imprisoned while demonstrating against then-President Park Chung-hee's dictatorship.In this photo from Aug. 15, 2008, Paek Ki-wan, who then was representing an institute for reunification of two Koreas, speaks during an event celebrating National Liberation Day and the 63rd anniversary of Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial occupation at Press Center in Seoul's Jung District. Yo

Feb 15, 2021
Inter-Korean reunification activist Paek Ki-wan dies at 88

KCC Honorary Chairman Chung Sang-young dies at 84

Era of Hyundai Group's 1st generation ends with Chung's passingBy Baek Byung-yeulKCC Group founder Chung Sang-youngChung Sang-young, honorary chairman of KCC and the youngest brother of Hyundai Group founder Chung Ju-yung, died of chronic disease on Saturday, according to the building and industrial materials company. He was 84.“The honorary chairman was hospitalized recently as his health has deteriorated and his family members gathered around him that day,” KCC said. Chung is survived by his wife and three sons, including KCC Chairman Chung Mong-jin, KCC Glass Chairman Chung Mong-ik and KCC Engineering and Construction (E&C) Chairman Chung Mong-yeol. Born in 1936, Chung was the last surviving member of the late Hyundai Group founder's generation. Chung's passing marked the end of an era for the Hyundai Group family. The late honorary chairman had been at the top seat for more than six decades since he established Kumgang Slate Industries in 1958. In 1974, Chung established Koryo Paint to start a paint production business and founded a construction company which is n

Jan 31, 2021By Baek Byung-yeul
KCC Honorary Chairman Chung Sang-young dies at 84

Longest-serving chair of KCCI dies at 95

Kim Sang-haBy Park Jae-hyukSamyang Group Honorary Chairman Kim Sang-ha, who is also known as the longest-serving chairman of the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), died Wednesday at 95, according to the group, Thursday.Born in Seoul as the fifth-oldest son of Samyang founder Kim Yeon-su, the late chairman joined his father's company after graduating from Seoul National University in 1949.From the 1950s to 1960s, he directed the company's sugar refinery and synthetic fiber businesses. After he was appointed group chairman in 1996, he guided the company to focus on the packaging and biopharmaceutical businesses for its future growth.Kim was also recognized for avoiding workforce reduction during the Asian financial crisis in 1998, despite the worsening business environment.In 2010, he was appointed as the chairman of the group's scholarship foundation to support talented students and pursue the country's academic development. He also served as the head of various organizations, including the KCCI, the Korea-Japan Economic Association and the Korea Basketball Association.In

Jan 21, 2021By Park Jae-hyuk
Longest-serving chair of KCCI dies at 95

Former Korea Times columnist, poet Choi Yearn-hong dies

Poet Choi Yearn-hong / Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chulBy Kwak Yeon-sooChoi Yearn-hong, a poet who was committed to promoting Yun Dong-ju, one of the most respected Korean poets in modern history, in the United States, has died of a chronic disease in Baltimore. He was 79.His death was confirmed by Choi Hyuk, his younger brother and former ambassador to Geneva, Thursday. A memorial service for Choi will be held remotely via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic.Choi, a native of Yeongdong, North Chungcheong Province, made his literary debut in 1963, while studying at Yonsei University in Seoul. He then moved to the U.S. where he earned master's and doctorate degrees in political science and public administration at Indiana University. Choi taught at several U.S. colleges, including the University of Wisconsin, Old Dominion University and the University of the District of Columbia, and he also taught at the University of Seoul before retiring in 2006. He also worked in the Office of the Secretary of Defense as Assistant for Environmental Quality from 1981 to 1983. During his lifetime,

Jan 7, 2021By Kwak Yeon-soo
Former Korea Times columnist, poet Choi Yearn-hong dies

Rapper Big Joe dies at 42

Rapper Big Joe. Courtesy of Holla EntertainmentBy Dong Sun-hwaKorean-American rapper Big Joe died in a hospital in Gimpo, Gyeonggi Province, Jan. 6. He was 42. He died while undergoing surgery to eliminate inflammation, according to media reports, Wednesday. He was declared dead at 6:20 p.m. (KST). “Big Joe was hospitalized after gaining more weight. He experienced internal bleeding due to inflammation and had an operation, but the bleeding didn't stop,” a music producer surnamed Lee, who previously worked with the rapper, was quoted as saying.He reportedly weighed about 320 kilograms.Born to a Korean mother and an American father, Big Joe debuted as a member of co-ed group Holladang in 2008 with the album “Spotlight.” Holladang later released songs including “Turn on the Radio” (2009) and “Honey Honey” (2013). The rapper had appeared on the YouTube channel, “Sang Yong Um,” but put a hold on his activities in December due to health issues. “I am suffering from heart failure and diabetes,” he said on a video, Dec.

Jan 7, 2021By Dong Sun-hwa
Rapper Big Joe dies at 42

11 students, one volunteer group honored with Multicultural Youth Awards

Dignitaries applaud winners of the ninth Korea Multicultural Youth Awards during the awarding ceremony at The Korea Times' office in Seoul, Thursday. From left are Korea Times President-Publisher Oh Young-jin; Kang Ye-jin, the winner of the EDGC award; Kim Hae-young, the grand prize winner; Onubogu Vincent Rihan, a winner in the outstanding elementary school student category; Minister of Gender Equality and Family Lee Jung-ok; Korea Cultural Diversity Organization Chair Jasmine Lee; Asian Friends Chairwoman Lee Nam-sook; and Eone Diagnomics Genome Center (EDGC) co-CEO Shin Shang-cheol. / Korea Times photo by Choi Won-sukBy Lee Hyo-jin The ninth Korea Multicultural Youth Awards ceremony took place on Thursday to recognize 11 students and one volunteer group for their outstanding achievements. The awards, organized by The Korea Times, are aimed to encourage students from multicultural backgrounds in the country who at times experience hardships due to cultural barriers and discrimination.The event was held at the newspaper's office in Seoul attended by a limited number of participants,

Dec 10, 2020By Lee Hyo-jin
11 students, one volunteer group honored with Multicultural Youth Awards

Winners of 9th Korea Multicultural Youth Awards - Outstanding volunteers

Bongsarang enjoys providing care for local community Bongsarang is a student volunteer group at Korea Polytechnic Dasom High School in Jecheon, North Chungcheong Province. The school has many students from overseas and with multicultural backgrounds. Bongsarang volunteer groupLaunched in 2019 with five members, Bongsarang engages in various community services, such as supporting music therapy programs for disabled students every weekend, to which they have dedicated 47 hours in the last six months. Using their musical talents, the members sang and performed with hand-bells at a local festival last year. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the students are currently participating in contactless volunteering activities. They plan to deliver handmade Christmas ornaments and warmers to the elderly for the year end. Jeon is diligent volunteer with leadershipJeon Soo-yeon, a senior at Hanne Girls' Middle School in Boryeong, South Chungcheong Province, has been involved in various volunteer activities in and outsides of the school throughout her student years. Jeon Soo-yeonShe is currently a s

Dec 9, 2020By Lee Hyo-jin
Winners of 9th Korea Multicultural Youth Awards - Outstanding volunteers
  • 'Multicultural background makes me stand out among others'

Winners of 9th Korea Multicultural Youth Awards - Special awards

Special jury award winner Multicultural background helps Ham respect other culturesHam Hui-jeong, a second grader at Hongcheon Girls' Middle School in Hongcheon, Gangwon Province, strives to develop her language skills. Ham Hui-jeongBorn to a Kazakhstani mother and Korean father, she is fluent in Russian and Korean. She also learned English through years of studying on her own by reading books at local libraries and participating in education programs provided by the local government.Thanks to her multicultural background, she is very open to other cultures and has a deep understanding of ethnic diversity. The hard-working student won the grand prize at a bilingual speaking contest held in Hongcheon in 2019. Based on her excellent language skills, she wants to be an international police officer in the future and set a good example to other multiethnic children. She often travels to Kazakhstan during vacations to visit her grandmother. Semoon Chang award winnerAbdulkhamidov dreams of becoming writer with his linguistic talentsBorn to parents from Uzbekistan, Abdulkhamidov Abdulbosit n

Dec 9, 2020By Lee Hyo-jin
Winners of 9th Korea Multicultural Youth Awards - Special awards
  • 'Multicultural background makes me stand out among others'

Winners of 9th Korea Multicultural Youth Awards - Outstanding middle school students

Shin's positive energy inspires other studentsShin Dong-ji, a senior at Cheonan Yonggok Middle School in Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province, was recognized by her teachers for her positive energy and excellent attitude in class. Shin Dong-jiDuring the classes, Shin creates a lively atmosphere by actively responding to and asking questions of the teacher, thereby encouraging others to participate. She shows leadership in group activities, such as creating chatrooms on social media to discuss and review lessons.Based on her leadership and popularity among her friends, Shin has been chosen as the class president multiple times throughout her school years. She is a diligent student with high academic achievements and does not hesitate to help others in need. Born to a Chinese mother and Korean father, she always supports her mother who is less fluent in Korean, when she has difficulties in doing paperwork in Korean. Other than her academic achievements, Shin has shown talents in various activities as the leader of the taekwondo, ukulele and dance clubs at her school. With her talent for

Dec 9, 2020By Lee Hyo-jin
Winners of 9th Korea Multicultural Youth Awards - Outstanding middle school students
  • 'Multicultural background makes me stand out among others'
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