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Time to hit a concert in Korea!

Folks, Here's have a fresh list of concert listings, so take a look and make plans to check out a concert. (This was updated August 13)
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Current heat wave for the city expected to last until second week of August

A heat warning for the city of Busan was issued at 11 am yesterday, in what is expected to be the first in a prolonged heat wave for the city.
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Celebrating the bridge between war and peace

On July 27, 1953, an armistice agreement brought an enormous silence stretching across an embattled Korean peninsula. Sixty six years later, this bridge between war and peace remains in effect.
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5 reasons to visit Danyang, South Korea

One of Korea's best resort towns, Danyang is the perfect destination for those looking for nature and a bit of adventure.
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Gakwonsa Temple: Beautiful structures, big buddha, walking trails and more!

If you want to get away from hustle and bustle of the city life, Gakwonsa Temple and its surrounding area is the perfect place for one day trip.
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When in South Korea, you must try these things

South Korea, or the “Land of the Morning Calm,” is quite often seen or heard about in the media due to rising tensions with the North, but this article will not dwell in the negative side, but rather the positive. Home to over 30,000 U.S. military personnel and their families, South Korea is full of activities and places to help foreigners enjoy...
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3 Must Try Makguksu (noodle) restaurants in Inje-gun

While in Gangwon-do province, you should try makguksu, the local noodle made from fresh potatoes. Everywhere you go, you will notice there are plenty of makguksu restaurants to choose from.
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Did you know?: Kimchi staple dish in Korea

Kimchi, a fermented vegetable dish, is a staple dish in South Korea. There are hundreds of varieties available, but the one that 
Americans are most familiar with is made from salted napa cabbage and spices. Kimchi is often mixed with other vegetables like radish, onion and garlic.
Here, I begin my ascent inside the windtunnel at Fly Station. I really enjoyed trying this out, but seeing my face on the camera after, I thought it was so funny because I didn’t realize this would happen to my face. Photos courtesy of ChiHon Kim
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Gone with the wind: A look at indoor skydiving in Korea

If you’ve always wanted to try skydiving but cringe at the thought of jumping out of a perfectly safe plane and free falling back to Earth with only a silk chute to ensure your safe return, then Yongin’s Fly Station is the place for you.
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Terry Crews coming to U.S. bases in Korea May 28-31

Eighth Army Sharp talk with Terry and Rebecca Crews
Actor, author, former NFL player, advocate and survivor of sexual asssault.
Discussions on:

Impact of sexual assault
overcoming victim barriers
reducing victim stigma
seeking help and reporting resiliency

 
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Star Lounge Brunch Cafe in Cheongsapo

Opened in March 2019, Star Lounge has become one of the cities "must-go's" for pet and nature lovers.
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Doodaemunjip in Insa-dong offers Korean fusion cuisine

Doodaemunjip is the only building in Insa-dong that has an indoor garden and a terrace full of fresh living plants, presenting peaceful atmosphere rarely found in the urban city.
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How to brew a fantastic cup of coffee

When you wake up in the morning, what’s the first thing on your mind? For many, the answer is simple. It’s coffee.
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Three new Subway locations to be opened in Busan

Three new subway locations are opening up around the city.
On July 28th, the newest location opened up at W Square in Yongho-dong.
Two other locations in Busan — one near Dong-eui University and the other in Myungji International City — will open in August.
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Jangkkobang serves traditional Korean desserts with red beans

Jangkkobang: Red bean porridge made with 100% domestic ingredients
Jangkkobang is a famous red bean porridge café near Gangnam Station. The first thing that comes into sight as you enter the café is a large traditional caldron for cooking red beans. At Jangkkobang, every morning begins by simmering red beans in this caldron.
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Le Pouldu: Building & Bake shops in Daegu

This little bake shop is just a few blocks (maybe three) from the most popular area of downtown Daegu. Le Pouldu (that’s what it’s called) is still surrounded by stores, restaurants, and coffee shops, just not on the main street.