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LIVE: US ambassador to UN holds a news conference in Seoul: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Nodeul Island set to become global culture spot offering diverse performances : Nodeul Island in the middle of the Han River in central Seoul is set to undergo a ...
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China now a rival rather than boon for South Korean exporters, warns minister : Seoul says tech and manufacturing sectors must adapt to rising competition
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Quick Glance: South Korean Exporters Warn of China as Rival
- South Korea's economy needs to urgently adapt to the increasing competition from China, as the country's biggest exporters battle for market share in sectors like chips, shipbuilding, and display panels, warns the finance minister.
- The growth of South Korea's economy slowed from 2.6 percent in 2022 to 1.4 percent last year, hindered by high interest rates, China's economic slowdown, and a decline in global demand for memory chips, the country's top export.
- The country's lowest fertility rate in the world and high household debt levels as a proportion of GDP are also causing concerns for officials.
- The government recently indicated it would reverse a cut in the R&D budget for 2024 to reform the country's research and development efforts and enhance economic competitiveness.
Small business owners suffer from part-timers' unanticipated absences: Park Jin-yeon, a 34-year-old restaurat owner who runs a pork barbecue grill house in ...
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Quick Glance: Small Business Owners Struggle with Part-Timers' Unexpected Absences
- Park Jin-yeon, a 34-year-old restaurant owner, juggles various tasks, including serving dishes and grilling meat for guests during business hours.
- A study revealed that three out of every four small business owners in the country are faced with no-shows by employees who were either already hired or in the hiring process.
- A significant number of entrepreneurs express concerns about potential no-shows by part-timers and are seeking job seekers who can make themselves available either instantly or on short notice.
- Many small business owners have difficulty finding timely replacements for unexpected absences, whether due to resignations without prior notice or new employees not showing up.
1,000-won bakeries become popular amid high inflation: Freshly baked bread, cake, pastries and other treats are increasingly sold at the very affordable price of ...
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Quick Glance: Popular Affordable Bakeries in Seoul
- Freshly baked goods like bread, cake, and pastries are increasingly available at an affordable price of 1,000 won ($0.73) at vendor stalls and stores in subway stations in Seoul as living costs rise.
- The 1,000-won bakeries are compared to dollar stores in the US and 100-yen stores in Japan, catering to budget-conscious consumers looking to save money.
- The emergence of 1,000-won bakeries reflects the current frugal mindset of many households facing tight budgets due to ongoing inflation.
- Despite price hikes in baking ingredients such as flour, butter, margarine, eggs, salt, and sugar, the question arises on how such a wide selection can be offered at a low price.
100 Philippine domestic helpers to begin working in Seoul in August : Korea will receive 100 domestic helpers from the Philippines at the end of July for a pilot ...
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Man assaults Konkuk University's beloved goose : 'Kongoose,' the beloved mascot of Konkuk University in Gwangjin District, Seoul, became the victim of ...
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US nods to 'serious' Japan, S.Korea concerns over slumping currencies: The United States, Japan and South Korea agreed to "consult closely" on foreign exchange ...
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Why did Yoon's party lose in South Korea's elections and what troubles does he face now?
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Quick Glance: South Korea’s ‘Luke Skywalker’ Triumphs Against President Yoon
- Former minister Cho Kuk aids in leftwing alliance's electoral victory
- Former justice minister Cho Kuk, convicted on corruption charges, played a pivotal role in the defeat of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol in parliamentary elections.
- Cho calls for Yoon and PPP leader Han Dong-hoon, both former prosecutors, to be held accountable for abuse of power.
- The leftwing alliance narrowly missed the 200-seat mark that would have allowed them to bypass a presidential veto. Yoon now faces over three years as a lame duck, while the country heads towards more than three years of stagnation.
Singapore is 5th smartest city in the world, top in Asia: Global index: SINGAPORE: Singapore is the world’s fifth-smartest city, moving up two levels from its ...
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Quick Glance: Singapore Ranks in Top 5 Globally, Leading in Asia: Global Index
- Singapore is positioned fifth according to the 2024 Smart City Index, marking a two-step improvement from the 2023 ranking.
- The Republic continues to lead as the smartest city in Asia and emerges as the sole Asian representative in the top 10, surpassing cities like Beijing, Taipei, and Seoul as indicated by the index released on April 9.
- Every year, the ranking assesses cities based on their utilization of technology to enrich the lives of their residents.
- The report highlights Singapore's exceptional performance in areas such as delivering adequate basic services to underprivileged areas, facilitating public transportation, and ensuring public safety.
Hanwha Aerospace to spin off industrial solutions businesses from defence: South Korea's Hanwha Aerospace Co said on Friday it will spin off its industrial ...
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‘We want Fu Bao back,’ Seoulites petition for loan of beloved panda: About 6,000 South Korean fans flocked to Incheon Airport on April 3 to say their goodbyes to ...
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Panda lovers petition for return of Fu Bao to Korea : The Seoul Metropolitan Government has received some 10 petitions filed by citizens who called for bringing ...
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Explainer: What's at stake in South Korea's election: Campaigning for South Korea's legislative election is in full swing ahead of an April 10 vote that will ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea's Election: Crucial Factors to Consider
- The election will determine the composition of the National Assembly and shape domestic politics for the next four years.
- Key issues include cost of living, doctor strikes, fertility crisis, and corruption scandals.
- South Korea's election system combines direct and proportional representation, with the unexpected rise of third parties.
- Over 20% of voters are considering supporting a third party led by a former justice minister as a protest against the established parties.
South Korea's first lady avoids limelight ahead of high-stakes election: Beset by controversies about share price manipulation and a costly gifted handbag ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea's First Lady Steps Away Amid Election Controversies
- South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon Hee have been absent from public view since December 15 as crucial parliamentary elections approach.
- The First Lady's absence is seen as a political move to shield the party from negative comments.
- Kim Keon Hee has been embroiled in controversies, including allegations of involvement in stock price manipulation and accepting an expensive handbag as a gift.
- Despite her advocacy for animal rights, Kim's unfavorable image has impacted President Yoon's popularity as the elections draw near.
Ex-BOK deputy governor sees no rate cuts this year: A former Bank of Korea deputy governor on Friday said the central bank will probably not cut interest rates ...
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Quick Glance: Ex-BOK deputy governor predicts no rate cuts this year
- A former Bank of Korea deputy governor stated that the central bank is unlikely to cut interest rates this year due to ongoing inflation concerns, challenging expectations of two rate cuts in the latter half of the year.
- Lee Seung-heon's remarks challenge analysts' predictions for rate cuts, emphasizing that it is premature to consider easing as headline inflation remains persistent at 3.1% in March, in line with February's rate and above the BOK's 2% target.
- The BOK is expected to delay any signals for rate cuts until at least June to assess the impact of rising global oil prices on inflation pressures and to evaluate domestic consumption trends before considering any monetary policy adjustments.
- Policymakers are cautious amid uncertainties, with one dissenting board member suggesting a possible rate cut in the near future, although the majority view supports maintaining current rates as economic data continues to shape the decision-making process.
South Korea's Yoon urges doctors to end impasse over trainees: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Monday his government is open to talks with doctors ...
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Quick Glance: Yoon urges doctors to resolve impasse over trainees
- President Yoon Suk Yeol signaled willingness to compromise on his medical reform proposals.
- Over 90% of the 13,000 trainees have been striking since Feb. 20 against the government's plan to increase medical school admissions.
- Yoon emphasized the urgency of medical reforms and urged the medical community to present specific proposals backed by scientific evidence.
- Previous governments failed to address doctor shortages due to strong opposition from the medical sectors.
Seoul City to remove street preachers, homeless from Seoul Station Square : Seoul City is set to ban demonstrations by religious groups and evict homeless people ...
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[REVIEW] DAY6 captivates 34,000 fans with spring-themed concerts : Boy band DAY6 has frequently said that it wants to sing about every moment in life ...
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Seattle mayor and economic delegation visit Seoul for urban insights : Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, accompanied by a delegation of 67 economic leaders ...
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Seoul pulls plug on floating adult festival featuring Japanese porn stars : The Seoul Metropolitan Government has disapproved a festival featuring Japanese porn ...
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S. Korea Says Second Spy Satellite Placed In Orbit: South Korea put its second domestically made spy satellite into orbit, Seoul's defence ministry said Monday ...
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Quick Glance: Successful Launch of South Korea's Second Military Spy Satellite
- South Korea achieved orbital insertion for its second military spy satellite following North Korea's announcement of launching multiple reconnaissance satellites this year.
- The South Korean Defense Minister anticipates North Korea proceeding with its second spy satellite launch to commemorate the April 15 birthday of state founder Kim Il Sung.
- Following two unsuccessful attempts in early 2023, North Korea successfully deployed its Malligyong-1 spy satellite on Nov. 21, transmitting space imagery of significant locations in the U.S. and South Korea.
Coffee franchises in Korea rise 13% in 2022: data : The number of coffee franchises in Korea rose by more than 3,000 on-year in 2022 on rising demand for food ...
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Ads for paid dates spring up online as cherry blossoms flower : As cherry blossoms are now in full bloom across the nation, an intriguing trend has emerged among ...
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Uncertainties loom over Korea-China-Japan summit as tensions persist : The prospects of a trilateral summit between South Korea, China and Japan ...
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Seoul Shakespeare Company stages 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream': Set in Athens, the Shakespeare play written in the late 16th century consists of several ...
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100 yen shop must haves for home decor: Japan’s 100 yen shops are loved nationwide for offering an amazing range of affordable products, such as household goods ...
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I'm adopted and wasn't interested in exploring my South Korean heritage. That changed in 2020
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[INTERVIEW] 'AI and machine learning to further fuel Korea's data center market growth'
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[INTERVIEW] EPEX to tell stories of young with new album : POPKORN, the K-pop channel of The Korea Times, has opened a 'counseling center.' ...
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Japan-originated cherry blossoms mean different things to Koreans, Americans: Yeouido is a former island in the Han River that became connected to the capital’s ...
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Land minister visits Rwanda, discusses construction cooperation : Land Minister Park Sang-woo recently visited Rwanda as a special envoy for the president to ...
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Bagpiper Daniel Kim plays in remembrance of fallen soldiers of Korean War : It was about two years ago when I saw Daniel Kim demonstrating his talents on the ...
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South Korea's working class unmoved by election campaign 'lip service': SEOUL -- On a predawn bus taking her to work as a cleaner, Jung Soon-ja snacks on ginseng ...
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Elections reveal a growing gender divide across South Korea: While many other developed countries are observing a similar phenomenon, experts say South Korea's ...
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MLB Seoul Series shows promise of U.S.-Japan-South Korea cooperation: Jinwan Park will represent South Korea at the inaugural U.S.-ROK-Japan Trilateral Global ...
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Relaxation: Dogs have been proven to reduce stress: Cuddling the dog, running around the meadow with him, feeding him - that feels good for many people ...
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K-Pop sensation Park Bo Ram dies at 30 as police open investigation for cause: K-Pop sensation Park Bo Ram has died at the age of 30 and police have said they ...
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US envoy meets FM Cho in Seoul after Russia's veto on UN panel monitoring NK sanctions
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First blooms of cherry blossoms officially observed in Seoul : The first blooms of cherry blossoms, a symbol of the arrival of spring, were officially observed ...
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Actress Son Ye-jin marks 2nd wedding anniversary to actor Hyun Bin: The actress tied the knot with Hyun at an intimate, star-studded private ceremony in Seoul on ...
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Yamamoto bounces back as Cardinals outlast Dodgers: Yamamoto, who signed a 12-year, $325 million contract in the offseason, struck out five and gave up just two ...
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How young Koreans find peace of mind in pet stones: The rock-collecting culture in South Korea recently made a comeback during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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[INTERVIEW] Dutch architect explores architectural dynamics in Seoul's urban evolution
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Russian ballet show in South Korea cancelled amid Ukraine tensions | kuwaittimes: Russian ballet show in South Korea cancelled amid Ukraine tensions - Lifestyle ...
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Russia summons S. Korean ambassador to protest against Seoul's sanctions: Sputnik
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Election outcome to reshape Korean politics: Voters will cast ballots to elect 300 lawmakers Wednesday, to determine the fate of Korea's politics for the next ...
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Seoul to remove 'The Host' monster sculpture amid aesthetic concerns, taxpayer backlash
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Rival parties make last-minute pitches in Seoul metropolitan area: Rival parties intensified efforts to appeal to voters in the pivotal swing battlegrounds of ...
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Oi! Fest brings together Korean, Japanese punk scenes : After over 11 years, the Korea-Japan Oi! Festival returns. This time it brings together six Japanese ...
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International appetite drives evolution of South Korean street food: SEOUL -- As in many global cities, the streets of South Korea's capital are filled with ...
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International appetite drives evolution of South Korean street food: SEOUL -- As in many global cities, the streets of South Korea's capital are filled with ...
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Mothers who left workplace struggle to win careers back : Excitement, coupled with a hint of nervousness, filled a conference room at Seongsu-dong in eastern ...
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S. Korea, China, Japan in talks to hold trilateral summit around May 26-27: report
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South Korea set to launch second military spy satellite in the US: South Korea will launch its second domestically made military spy satellite in the United ...
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What the Return of Trump Would Mean for South Korea: The former president called into question the U.S. force presence in Korea – the foundation for the alliance ...
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Korean food exporters meet global buyers from 36 countries at Buy Korean Food+ : Korean food exporters met hundreds of entrepreneurs and businesspeople from ...
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Girl group aespa to kick off world tour in June: Girl group aespa will kick off its second world tour in Seoul in June, the group's agency, SM Entertainment ...
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Yeonnam-dong, Seoul: A hidden gem filled with interesting cafes, shops & restaurants
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South Korea's working class unmoved by election campaign 'lip service': SEOUL -- On a predawn bus taking her to work as a cleaner, Jung Soon-ja snacks on ginseng ...
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Koreans still love Korea : I’ve always been puzzled why the media only reflects the tragedy of Korean life. Why those with the most social influence are those ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/opinion/2024/04/782_372206.html
[INTERVIEW] From collector to art fair founder, 33-year-old goes where art goes : Tucked away in the winding alleyways of Sinchon, a bustling university ...
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North Korea fires medium-range ballistic missile: South Korea: North Korea fired a medium-range ballistic missile on Tuesday, Seoul’s military said ...
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Quick Glance: North Korea's Hypersonic Missile Testing: Insights and Functionality
- North Korea has successfully tested a solid-fuel hypersonic missile with an intermediate range.
- The significance of hypersonic weapons lies in their maneuverability rather than just their speed.
- Russia, China, and the USA are leading the race in developing hypersonic weapons.
- North Korea aims to enhance its defense capabilities and assert its position in the global arms race through hypersonic weapons.
Korea, China, Japan in talks to set date for trilateral summit next month : Korea is in talks with China and Japan to set a specific date to host a long-stalled ...
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SPC chairman formally arrested over anti-labor charges : SPC Group expressed regret over prosecutors' moves to detain its ailing chairman Hur Young-in ...
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Election result puts gov't-led economic agenda on rocky road : The landslide victory of the main opposition Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) in Wednesdays' ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2024/04/488_372511.html
Gov’t-doctors negotiations may begin in earnest after elections: The government and doctors are signaling apparent willingness to move toward negotiations to ...
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LG’s Ruling Family Loses Bid to Reduce 50% Inheritance-Tax Bill: A Seoul rejected an attempt by the Koo family to recoup a sliver of their roughly $735 million ...
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Non-life insurance sector to expand products for older adults, pregnant women, children
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South Korea hopes new speed train links will help boost birthrate: SEOUL: South Korea is launching a high-speed train service that will reduce the travel time ...
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Quick Glance: South Korea's High-Speed Train Project Aims to Boost Birthrate
- South Korea is launching a high-speed train service to reduce travel time between central Seoul and its outskirts.
- Officials are pinning their hopes on the Great Train eXpress (GTX) project to encourage more youth to live outside the city and start families.
- The GTX will be one of the fastest underground systems globally, with trains reaching speeds of up to 180 km/h.
- However, experts warn that the GTX could lead to further decline in rural areas as more people are drawn into the already overcrowded capital.
Korean Soprano Park So-young plays Juliette at Metropolitan Opera : Korean Soprano Park So-young took center stage at the Metropolitan Opera in New York on ...
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Earth Day celebration to kick off at Gwanghwamun Square on Saturday : To mark Earth Day, the Seoul Metropolitan Government and the city's Green Citizen Committee ...
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North Korean kids face death penalty for distributing K-dramas: Seoul envoy to UN
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Allies seek alternative measures to continue monitoring of N. Korea : President Yoon Suk Yeol highlighted South Korea's steadfast commitment to upholding U.N ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/120_372731.html
Home foreclosures soar as borrowers fail to meet mortgage repayment obligations : The number of homes that were foreclosed and put up for auction by the courts ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2024/04/126_372232.html
Rwandan Embassy in Seoul marks 30 years since genocide against Tutsi: The Embassy of Rwanda in Seoul held a ceremony Tuesday to mark the 30th commemoration of ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/nation/2024/04/120_372397.html
NCT Wish loves interaction with fans 1 month into debut : NCT Wish debuted under K-pop powerhouse SM Entertainment just in February and is swiftly impacting the ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/art/2024/04/732_372077.html
Kryptoplanet CEO grows global crypto community in Seoul : Recently, photos of him working in a cafe in Korea have spread through X, making headlines domestically ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2024/04/816_372178.html
Controversy erupts over different minimum wage for foreigners and seniors : Proposals regarding varying applications of minimum wage, particularly concerning ...
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Lucifel, Seoul's first butler-themed tea house treats patrons like royalty : Immerse yourself in a world where your daily stresses fade away ...
koreatimes.co.kr/www/culture/2024/04/199_372095.html
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