R.AGE catches up with some of the people featured way back when Nov 18, 2009
"I will be performing in Korea in December. And it's amazing I get to do all that not being signed to any label, and manage everything with my own company. I've become wiser in managing my music career, in a way," says Yuna. Yuna has gone from being an anonymous YouTube artiste to having people recognise her in restaurants, to dealing with negative press. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Make today, and other days, special for nations veteransBe part of Veterans Day activities and lets thank those involved Nov 11, 2009
The nation s conflicts continued Korea, Vietnam, Lebanon, Grenada, Panama, Iraq, Somalia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, 9/11, Afghanistan. That s not a complete list, but it shows the wide spread of American engagements and responsibilities. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Candidate for governor stops in Klamath FallsFormer state lawmaker John Lim running in GOP primary Nov 10, 2009
No Way wrote on Nov 9, 2009 8:48 PM:" Ah yes, the party of Kevin Mannix, Bob Tiernan, Bill Sizemore, Loren Parks, Don McIntire, Russ Walker, and now Jason Atkinson and John Lim. How much better can this get?Lim an immigrant from Korea proposed installing signs at the state lines reading, "You are welcome to visit Oregon, but please don't stay. " The signs were intended to discourage visitors from moving to Oregon, to preserve the state's economic and ecologic infrastructure as well as general... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
* Chan strikes twice at Taipei Ladies Nov 9, 2009
Taiwans Lu Yen-hsun won the Flea Market Cup Chuncheon 2009, a Challenger Tour ATP Tournament, in Chuncheon, South Korea, yesterday. Lu defeated Dutchman Igor Sijsling 6-2, 6-3 in the final. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
World travel and challenges highlight Muscatine native's career Oct 13, 2009
His assignments included tours in Spain, Germany, Korea, and Geneva, Switzerland, she said. Col. Toye s assignments were in electronics, intelligence and ballistic missiles. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Let's call the whole thing off Sep 3, 2009
And eBay now has some cash for what it must hope will be more successful acquisitions (in April it bought , South Korea s leading e-commerce site, for $1. 2 billion). (The Economist)
NCsoft and DC Comics Unveil "Aiva... Sep 3, 2009
About NCsoftNCsoft, headquartered in , Korea, is the world's premier publisher and developer of massively multiplayer online games, including the critically acclaimed Lineage, Guild Wars, and City of Heroes franchises. NCsoft West is a division of NCsoft that holds operating responsibilities for North America, Europe, South America, and Australia/New Zealand. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Preserving history in Rockwood Aug 31, 2009
Now the building features the town s history while catering to a new tourism-based economy (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Brief Cases: Martial arts studio opens on Eastside Aug 30, 2009
They teach South Korea Olympic style tae kwon do. Both originally from South Korea, Uyu has been in Dallas and living in the U.S. for 18 years, while An has been in the States for 11 years and living in Chicago ... The two decided to get together and open a martial arts studio in Athens, to teach true Korean tae kwon do. (Athens Banner-Herald)
How the euro crept into Britain Aug 8, 2009
Risking lives to escape N Korea. FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS. (BBC News -- Europe)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Jul 30, 2009
N Korea 'seizes S Korea vessel. Russia to drill for oil off Cuba. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
James A. Jim Burke Sr. Jul 2, 2009
He was a member of the First Assembly of God Church and a veteran of Korea, serving in the U.S. Army. He was a life member and former commander of the V.F.W., a former scoutmaster, and a member of the Lake Wales Moose Lodge and American Legion Post 8 in Winter Haven. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Jail for French banker sex killer Jun 19, 2009
North Korea revive World Cup memories ... US 'prepared' for N Korea missile. (BBC News -- Europe)
Aviation art Jun 16, 2009
Reimard is a career Air Force man, serving from 1961 to 1985; he lived in Vietnam, Korea, Texas, California and South Dakota while in the service. Although he was not a pilot, flying has always sparked his imagination. (Montana Standard, MT)
Toyota Becomes First Exclusive Auto Sponsor on EBay Jun 4, 2009
" Nissan worked directly with eBay last year, using print ads to urge consumers to visit eBay Motors and check out a make-believe auction for a ride in a Nissan Altima. Those who followed through found the fake auction, as well as links to real Nissan dealers and to Nissan-brand collectible items being sold on the site. MOST POPULAR - BUSINESS Inside NYTimes.com Readers of Tim Kreider s Reprieve reflected on their near-death experiences and their lives afterward. After North Korea s nuclear... (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Claim halts sale of Roadshow find May 29, 2009
Koreans turn out in force for Roh. Chinese ships 'quit Korea waters ... Funeral for former S Korean leader. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Ted Williams Baseball Collectibles May 29, 2009
Williams' baseball career was interrupted twice by military service, with Ted serving as a Marine Corps aviator in both World War II and Korea. Ted Williams, who finished his career in 1960 with a. (Suite101.com)
Seoul's ancient sights on a budget May 16, 2009
SEOUL (AP) With the South Korean currency, called the won, down against the dollar, now s the time to wander the grounds of 600-year-old palaces, meditate in Buddhist temples and trawl cafes and markets in the labyrinthine capital city, Seoul ... South Koreans in traditional military dresses perform during the changing of the guard ceremony in front of Deoksugung Palace in Seoul, South Korea ... Japanese tourists gather at a street shop at Insadong district in Seoul, South Korea. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
See Seoul's ancient sights for less May 13, 2009
South Koreans in traditional dresses dance to celebrate the birthday of Buddha on May 2 at the Jogye Temple in Seoul, South Korea ... SEOUL - With the South Korean currency, called the won, down against the dollar, now's the time to wander the grounds of 600-year-old palaces, meditate in Buddhist temples and trawl cafes and markets in the labyrinthine capital city, Seoul ... Getting around: Seoul, home to nearly a quarter of South Korea's people and one of the world's most densely populated... (MSNBC -- Travel)
W. Harris Powell Apr 30, 2009
He proudly served in the United States Army in Korea and Germany. After the military years he graduated from Piedmont Technical Institute, Roxboro, with an Associates degree in Industrial Management Technology. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
George and Margaret Church (115) Apr 15, 2009
Korea, San Antonio, and Tripler Army Hospital, Hawaii. George's longest tour in the military was at Brook Army Medical Center's School of Dental Technology at Fort Sam Houston. (Boerne Star, TX)
Titanic secret Apr 8, 2009
N Korea threatens 'strong steps. Chimpanzees exchange meat for sex. (BBC News -- UK)
Around the world in a single lifetime Mar 30, 2009
Gillam spent time in Florida and Korea before being sent to An Khe, Vietnam, where he served as a brigade supply officer in the 4th Infantry Division that supplied 450 helicopters. He earned four Bronze Stars and three Air Medals for missions in Vietnam and Cambodia. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Ten Free Sights of Singapore Mar 25, 2009
He was martyred in Korea because of his secret missionary work, at a time of Christian persecution in 1839. The SingaporeBotanical Garden. (Suite101.com)
Tone of online talk regretful Mar 21, 2009
They don't vote on whether they will go to Korea, Afghanistan, New Orleans, the Mexican Border or Iraq. They do what they are told and follow detailed chains of command or the mighty fall. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Infotainment Mar 18, 2009
Ode to the Friendshipnorth Korea: A woman performs traditional drum music during the rehearsal of a performance entitled Ode to the Friendship to mark the Year of China-Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea (DPRK) Friendship. reuters. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Oscars By The Numbers Feb 21, 2009
Trade And The Asia-Pacific The top 40 companies in Australia, South Korea, and Japan, and how China affects their fate. Paulson Sings Soprano Steve Forbes on why the government's rescue of AIG might be a terrific investment. (Forbes -- Business)
Frenetic Clinton hits Asia running Feb 20, 2009
SEOUL, South Korea Dashing through a kaleidoscopic tour of the far East in her first outing as U.S. Secretary of State, Hillary Rodham Clinton is back in full campaign mode ... Later, she visited the headquarters of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, waving and smiling broadly when hundreds of employees chanted "Hee-ler-ry," Hee-ler-ry" as she entered. The bloc's secretary general, Surin Pitsuwan, appeared smitten and spoke in glowing terms about the former first lady, presenting her... (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Clinton seeks to improve US image with Muslims Feb 18, 2009
During Clinton's first Asia stop, in Japan, her two days of talks focused mostly on North Korea's belligerent rhetoric and threats of a missile test, and on the global financial crisis. After Indonesia, she travels to South Korea and China, where North Korea is again likely to dominate her meetings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
US quiet on Pakistan peace deal with Taliban Feb 18, 2009
Earlier this month, Clinton also was reticent when asked about Pakistan's release from house arrest of Abdul Qadeer Khan, a scientist whose smuggling operation shipped nuclear technology to North Korea, Iran and Libya. The Obama administration is conducting South Asia policy reviews and has appointed Richard Holbrooke, who settled ethnic wars in the former Yugoslavia in the 1990s, as a special envoy for Pakistan and Afghanistan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Clinton warns NKorea on missile launch Feb 17, 2009
TOKYO Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton on Tuesday warned North Korea against following through on a threatened missile launch, saying it would damage its prospects for improved relations with the United States and the world ... She had hoped to broaden U.S.-Asian relations to include climate change, clean energy and the world's economic woes on her maiden overseas voyage, but North Korea and its increasingly belligerent rhetoric toward its neighbors were clearly at the top of her agenda... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Clinton warns N. Korea on nukes Feb 17, 2009
Clinton warns North Korea on nuclear programs ... TOKYO Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, in Tokyo to begin her first trip abroad as President Barack Obama s chief diplomat, said Washington s alliance with Japan is a cornerstone for the U.S. and warned North Korea to live up to its commitments to dismantle its nuclear programs ... Clinton is in Asia to meet with the leaders of Japan, China, South Korea and Indonesia. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bacon Taking Chance on war movie Feb 15, 2009
It s not just about Iraq, but it s about Vietnam and Korea and World War II. It s really a story about war, and it s told from a really unique perspective. I hope that people are emotionally connected to (this movie) and that they go back to realizing that there is a price to pay for war, he said. (Boston Herald)
Activision Publishing and 4Kids Entertainment Announce Chaotic(R) Video Game; Evolution of Popular Card Game Unites Storytelling, Role Playing, and Action Feb 14, 2009
Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan and South Korea. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company's website. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Shop till you log off: Online shopping addiction takes hold Feb 14, 2009
"No more of the same old styles of clothing; I have more access to the latest fashion trends like those from Japan and Korea and at reasonable prices. And you can still make some bargains without the sellers know your identity," she added with a smile ... com sells hot Japanese and Korean beauty products and clothes. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
