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Leftist wins Seoul mayoral race: How it could alter South Korea's ties with North Korea
Voters in Seoul elected a leftist for mayor and showed their discontent with the status quo. The winner, Park Won-soon, ran on a message of 'change' that could affect South Korea's ties with North Korea.
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The fading remnants of South Korea's traditional buildings
Recent cases of arson highlight the issue of protection of South Korea's historic buildings – and the level of disconnect some see between many Koreans and their cultural heritage.
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North Korea sees war games and Christmas tree as it gazes across tense border
Some visitors to South Korea's Aegibong Peak, where a Christmas tree stands 100 feet tall, are skeptical it sends a message of peace. North Korea has denounced the war games and the tree as 'provocations.'
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In Pictures: Space photos of the day: Earth from above
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G20 host Seoul positions itself as rags-to-riches mediator
Seoul, which recently emerged from economic destitution, has placed development initiatives high on the G20 agenda.
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As Seoul prepares to host G20, Summers speaks of trade 'imbalances'
Ahead of the G20 summit in Seoul, top US economic adviser, Larry Summers, talks of a trade 'imbalance,' dodges questions about a 'trade war,' and sounds a positive note.
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At polls, South Korea conservatives pay for response to Cheonan sinking
City and provincial elections dealt a blow to the conservative government of South Korea President Lee Myung-bak. Many voters were unhappy with the strong response to the sinking of the Cheonan Navy vessel.
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