S. Korea elections: Quarantined voters to cast ballots under strict guidelines

The Korean Herald/Asia News Network via Inquirer.net 04/14/2020

SEOUL — In Wednesday’s general elections, even those in quarantine can vote. South Korea will pick 300 members of the National Assembly in the first nationwide election to take place during the pandemic. According to the National…

South Korea’s ‘Parasite’ wins best picture at Oscars

The Korean Herald/Asia News Network via Inquirer.net 02/10/2020

HOLLYWOOD — Korean satirical-thriller “Parasite” won best picture at the Oscars on Sunday, making history in its home country and the international film scene. Director-producer Bong Joon-ho shared the honor with co-producer Kwak Sin-ae, CEO of film…

Samsung chairman retains top spot as wealthiest businessman in S. Korea

The Korean Herald/Asia News Network via Inquirer.net 01/01/2020

SEOUL — Ailing Samsung Group Chairman Lee Kun-hee retained the top spot as the wealthiest South Korean businessman with his stock assets rising by 4 trillion won ($3.4 billion) in 2019, to reach 17.6 trillion won, according…

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