Obama Visit

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[Anchor Lead]



U.S. President Barack Obama is considering visiting the Demilitarized Zone that separates the two Koreas when he comes to Seoul to attend the Nuclear Security Summit this month.



[Pkg]



President Obama is considering a tour of the Demilitarized Zone during his three-day visit to Seoul to attend the Nuclear Security Summit. He will arrive in South Korea Mar. 25. White House Press Secretary Jay Carney says Washington is closely discussing the president’s itinerary with Seoul.



[Soundbite]  Jay Carney (White House Press Secretary)



Carney didn’t confirm anything concrete, but says a visit to the inter-Korean border area will reflect the president’s commitment to both security on the Korean Peninsula and the need for North Korea to give up its nuclear program and return to the world community. President Obama is also known to be mulling stopping by a U.S. military base near the Demilitarized Zone. The White House has apparently delayed an announcement due to security matters. Former President Bill Clinton visited the Bridge of No Return inside the truce village of Panmunjom. His successor George W. Bush went to Dorasan rail station near the inter-Korean border.



Busan Campaign



[Anchor Lead]



Saenuri Party Emergency Committee head Park Geun-hye has visited Busan, one of her strategic areas, to sway voters.



[Pkg]



Saenuri Party Emergency Committee Chairwoman Park Geun-hye has visited Sasang District of Busan, where her party is running neck-to-neck with its rivals. She met with candidate Sohn Soo-jo, who is to square off with Democratic United Party candidate Moon Jae-in, to encourage him and obtain support from incumbent lawmakers.



[Soundbite] Park Geun-hye (Chairwoman, Saenuri Party Emergency Committee): "I heard that she writes down all the pledges she make. I believe in candidate Sohn Soo-jo’s ability to deliver on her promises."



[Soundbite] Sohn Soo-jo (Saenuri Party Candidate): "I’ve worked hard without the help of money or an organization."



In a televised debate broadcast by a local TV station, Park apologized to people who suffered damage in the process of industrialization, and promised to create prime conditions for candidates who were not selected to run in the April general elections so they can work for their country.



The Saenuri Party announced the results of the seventh round of candidate selection on Tuesday. Candidates Lee Kyung-jae and Chung Hae-geol and former presidential aide Lee Dong-kwan announced their decision to drop out of the race in order to support their party. The Saenuri Party is to announce on Wednesday the results of the eighth round of candidate selection in the southeastern region, including Busan and Daegu.



 Power Loss



[Anchor Lead]



A nuclear reactor in Busan reportedly lost power for more than ten minutes about a month ago. The Nuclear Safety and Security Commission didn’t even know about the incident for a month.



[Pkg]



The Gori-1 reactor at the Gori Nuclear Power Plant in Busan lost power Feb. 9. The emergency power generator didn’t activate immediately and circulation of the cooling water was suspended. This incident was serious enough that nuclear fuel could’ve melted, like in the disaster at Japan’s Fukushima reactor. Fortunately, power generation had been halted at the Gori plant after a regular inspection began Feb. 4. But the reactors were still warm and needed to be continuously cooled off. Power supply resumed in 12 minutes but the Nuclear Safety and Security Commission wasn’t immediately made aware of the incident. The commission has halted operation of the Gori-1 reactor and dispatched inspectors.



[Soundbite] Eom Jae-sik (Nuclear Safety & Security Commission): "It’s necessary to thoroughly examine and affirm the safety of the electricity system and of the emergency diesel generator."



The life span of the Gori-1 reactor’s design expired in 2008. But the facility is still running despite safety fears, so reactor staff are suspected of having tried to conceal the incident for this reason.



 Jeju Conflict



[Anchor Lead]



Blasting of the rock bed at the construction site of a naval base on Jeju Island continues amid protests. On Tuesday, members of the Jeju Provincial Council visited the site but were denied entry.



[Pkg]



Blasting of the rock bed on Gureombi Coast of Jeju Island to build an underwater structure for the naval base continued on Wednesday as well. Members of civic groups and local residents will likely stage a rally in the area to protest the construction. Police has dispatched some 800 troops to prevent protesters from breaking the fence and entering the construction site. Members of the Jeju Special Self-governing Provincial Council on Tuesday visited the site to conduct an inspection but were denied access by police.



[Soundbite] Wi Seong-gon (Jeju Provincial Councilor): "Banning us from visiting the site of the joint tourism-military port for official purposes is a disrespectful act toward the provincial council."



The Navy also banned the officials from entering the construction site by saying that it had already notified that politicians were not allowed.



[Soundbite]  Lt. Comm. Jeong Yong-seong (ROK Navy): "According to the Defense Ministry’s guidelines, you can’t enter the site during the election period."



Meanwhile, representatives of Christian church demanded the release of two arrested clergymen, with some breaking the fence and attempting to get inside.



 Coffee Alert



[Anchor Lead]



Coffee consumption has spiked in Korea over the past few years. But experts warn that too much coffee can be harmful for elderly people with arthritis.



[Pkg]



The majority of people at this senior citizens’ welfare center enjoy coffee.



[Soundbite]  "When I have one, I have a double and I crave more after drinking it."



Coffee can be addictive, and the caffeine interferes with the body’s absorption of calcium. Excessive intake of coffee is especially dangerous for women undergoing menopause and those suffering from arthritis.



[Soundbite] Dr. Nam Chang-hyeon (Orthopedist): "When elderly women take excessive amounts of caffeine, the small intestines’ absorption of calcium is hindered and large amounts of calcium are discharged with the urine, so it can cause osteoporosis."



So people aged 50 years or older are advised not to exceed three cups of coffee per day. A hospital survey conducted on elderly arthritis patients found that 79 percent drank more than one cup of coffee daily. But one-third of them drank more than three cups a day. 39 percent of senior arthritis patients who drank coffee had osteoporosis. To prevent the bone disease, senior citizens should limit themselves to two cups of coffee daily and instead drink milk for calcium.



 New Farmers



[Pkg]



As more young people decide to delve into farming these days, a growing number of farmers are reaping impressive profits. Here’s more on their secret.



[Pkg]



Jo In-hwan has been growing cherry tomatoes for nearly seven years. The secret to his success lies in his ingenious ideas. Jo’s tomato harvest is double that of other farmers because he grows his tomatoes by letting their stems stay on the floor without cutting off their growing points. High-density organic fertilizer that Jo has developed after four years of research helps him maximize soil fertility. His tomatoes sell for a high price thanks to their superb quality.



And this farmer, Lee Yeon-won, started his business by selling organic pork on home shopping. Now his products are sold in department stores as well. His competitive edge lies in eco-friendly farming. Lee raises his pigs without antibiotics and feeds it only organic food to meet the ever rising demand for safe food products. He also uses electronic chips to raise his livestock in a more organized way.



[Soundbite] Lee Yeon-won (Farmer): "The device reads the chip to measure the amount of food and vaccines each pig needs; it’s fully automated."



Lee faced many challenges as a beginner, with half of his pig dying at one point, but he never gave up. About 90 percent of Korean farmers run small farms. Improving quality rather than expanding size and staying abreast of market trends is the shortcut to success for farmers.



 FTA Measures



[Anchor Lead]



Heavy losses expected by Korean farmers are stoking fears ahead of the effectuation of Korea’s free trade agreement with the United States Thursday. A number of measures to help the local agricultural sector are being presented.



[Pkg]



Rice crackers have been sold at Starbucks coffee shops in Korea over the last three years. The snack is made with organic rice produced at 140 farms in the country. But farmers warn that this will change under the free trade deal with the U.S.



[Soundbite] Jeon Dae-gyeong (Head, Agricultural Cooperative): "Farmers need to produce rice steadily so we can guarantee production. Major losses are expected."



But this fear has been lifted because the rice crackers can now be sold at all Starbucks branches around the world. The free trade agreement allows Starbucks to import coffee beans tariff free. The franchise has agreed to secure an overseas sales channel for processed goods using Korean rice.



[Soundbite] Go Yu-chan (Sales Director, Starbucks Korea): "We have 17,000 stores in 55 countries. We plan to actively recommend the rice crackers to these overseas stores."



Seven major Korean companies will reap huge savings from the trade deal, as their import of raw materials will get cheaper. They’ll also serve more domestic produce at their company cafeterias for close to 9 million U.S. dollars per year. The free trade agreement with the U.S. will take effect Thursday. Whether these measures can reduce losses for Korean agriculture remains a big question.



 English Villages



[Anchor Lead]



A growing number of foreign students come to Korea these days to learn English, even though it isn’t an English speaking nation. While they’re here, they also experience Korean culture at the country’s English villages.



[Pkg]



Students at this English village in Gyeonggi Province are from Thailand. They study English with their American teacher. They chose to learn English in Korea, a non-English speaking country, because they can master the language fast here thanks to the high-quality educational system. Another reason they chose Korea was the opportunity to learn about the Korean culture.



Some 600 foreign students studied at this English village last year. More than one thousand are expected to visit it this year. The village has been receiving many inquiries from Japan because it’s willing to learn how to teach English from Korea.



[Soundbite] Junko Matsuzaki (Japanese): "I’m visiting here with a plan to bring students here for the program."



Programs offering foreigners an opportunity to learn the Korean language and culture in addition to English are also available. English villages in Korea are gaining in popularity among foreigners who want to learn English.



Product Testers



[Anchor Lead]



Product testers are people who get to try out new products for free by reviewing them. Today, we get a glimpse into their lives.



[Pkg]



This house looks ordinary. But the owner got most of the furniture and appliances from the manufacturers for free.



[Soundbite] "I’m testing a sofa, a cupboard, laminated flooring and a lamp."



Lee Hye-won is a product tester. She gets given the products for free and then she tests them out to see how they measure up. She also gets opinions from her family and friends. She has to see how people like the stuff, and then post reviews online. So she does have to work for her new things.



[Soundbite] "I use products for a month if it’s short time, or up to six months. I don’t write only good things; I also monitor the things that should be improved and tell my neighbors the facts."



Product testers not only post product reviews online. They also give companies ideas about products under development.



[Soundbite] " think a zipper is better than a snap."



[Soundbite] "It’s better for it to have a long strap. "



There are lots of things testers have to do, from evaluating products to filling out questionnaires.



[Soundbite] "Other moms haven’t seen this yet. Since I’m a tester, I can help correct the faults."



[Soundbite] Lee Seol-hui (Official, Baby Products Company): "There are things we don’t know about what customers want. Mothers use our products in advance and give their opinions to us. We correct the problems and release new products. Then customers will be more satisfied. These kinds of process gives us more communication opportunities."



Product testers work in various fields. A test of a hair perm product will be held at this beauty salon before its release.



[Soundbite] Lee Hui-gang (CEO, Hair Care Products Company): "We seek opinions from our testers when we develop new products. We post vacancy notices for testers on our Web site."



Now the test is over.



[Soundbite] "I was doubtful since it’s a new product. But after the test, I’m very satisfied; it’s very mild and smells good."



How do you become a product tester? We talked to a veteran, Choe Yun-jeong. She is now testing dozens of new products ranging from baby goods and snacks to cosmetics. Choe mainly obtains information from magazines or TV commercials. She has a few secrets to being chosen as a tester, and beating out the other applicants.



[Soundbite] "My secret is this - I suggest that they write solid reviews, detailing how to write after getting chosen. If you write how it is in detail when you open the box, and ways to use and apply the product, the company will trust you and choose you."



So, creative, candid reviews are the key. Product testers get to be the first ones to try out new stuff and get to see their ideas reflected in a product’s development.

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  • Obama Visit
    • 입력 2012-03-14 19:52:58
    News Today
[Anchor Lead]

U.S. President Barack Obama is considering visiting the Demilitarized Zone that separates the two Koreas when he comes to Seoul to attend the Nuclear Security Summit this month.

[Pkg]

President Obama is considering a tour of the Demilitarized Zone during his three-day visit to Seoul to attend the Nuclear Security Summit. He will arrive in South Korea Mar. 25. White House Press Secretary Jay Carney says Washington is closely discussing the president’s itinerary with Seoul.

[Soundbite]  Jay Carney (White House Press Secretary)

Carney didn’t confirm anything concrete, but says a visit to the inter-Korean border area will reflect the president’s commitment to both security on the Korean Peninsula and the need for North Korea to give up its nuclear program and return to the world community. President Obama is also known to be mulling stopping by a U.S. military base near the Demilitarized Zone. The White House has apparently delayed an announcement due to security matters. Former President Bill Clinton visited the Bridge of No Return inside the truce village of Panmunjom. His successor George W. Bush went to Dorasan rail station near the inter-Korean border.

Busan Campaign

[Anchor Lead]

Saenuri Party Emergency Committee head Park Geun-hye has visited Busan, one of her strategic areas, to sway voters.

[Pkg]

Saenuri Party Emergency Committee Chairwoman Park Geun-hye has visited Sasang District of Busan, where her party is running neck-to-neck with its rivals. She met with candidate Sohn Soo-jo, who is to square off with Democratic United Party candidate Moon Jae-in, to encourage him and obtain support from incumbent lawmakers.

[Soundbite] Park Geun-hye (Chairwoman, Saenuri Party Emergency Committee): "I heard that she writes down all the pledges she make. I believe in candidate Sohn Soo-jo’s ability to deliver on her promises."

[Soundbite] Sohn Soo-jo (Saenuri Party Candidate): "I’ve worked hard without the help of money or an organization."

In a televised debate broadcast by a local TV station, Park apologized to people who suffered damage in the process of industrialization, and promised to create prime conditions for candidates who were not selected to run in the April general elections so they can work for their country.

The Saenuri Party announced the results of the seventh round of candidate selection on Tuesday. Candidates Lee Kyung-jae and Chung Hae-geol and former presidential aide Lee Dong-kwan announced their decision to drop out of the race in order to support their party. The Saenuri Party is to announce on Wednesday the results of the eighth round of candidate selection in the southeastern region, including Busan and Daegu.

 Power Loss

[Anchor Lead]

A nuclear reactor in Busan reportedly lost power for more than ten minutes about a month ago. The Nuclear Safety and Security Commission didn’t even know about the incident for a month.

[Pkg]

The Gori-1 reactor at the Gori Nuclear Power Plant in Busan lost power Feb. 9. The emergency power generator didn’t activate immediately and circulation of the cooling water was suspended. This incident was serious enough that nuclear fuel could’ve melted, like in the disaster at Japan’s Fukushima reactor. Fortunately, power generation had been halted at the Gori plant after a regular inspection began Feb. 4. But the reactors were still warm and needed to be continuously cooled off. Power supply resumed in 12 minutes but the Nuclear Safety and Security Commission wasn’t immediately made aware of the incident. The commission has halted operation of the Gori-1 reactor and dispatched inspectors.

[Soundbite] Eom Jae-sik (Nuclear Safety & Security Commission): "It’s necessary to thoroughly examine and affirm the safety of the electricity system and of the emergency diesel generator."

The life span of the Gori-1 reactor’s design expired in 2008. But the facility is still running despite safety fears, so reactor staff are suspected of having tried to conceal the incident for this reason.

 Jeju Conflict

[Anchor Lead]

Blasting of the rock bed at the construction site of a naval base on Jeju Island continues amid protests. On Tuesday, members of the Jeju Provincial Council visited the site but were denied entry.

[Pkg]

Blasting of the rock bed on Gureombi Coast of Jeju Island to build an underwater structure for the naval base continued on Wednesday as well. Members of civic groups and local residents will likely stage a rally in the area to protest the construction. Police has dispatched some 800 troops to prevent protesters from breaking the fence and entering the construction site. Members of the Jeju Special Self-governing Provincial Council on Tuesday visited the site to conduct an inspection but were denied access by police.

[Soundbite] Wi Seong-gon (Jeju Provincial Councilor): "Banning us from visiting the site of the joint tourism-military port for official purposes is a disrespectful act toward the provincial council."

The Navy also banned the officials from entering the construction site by saying that it had already notified that politicians were not allowed.

[Soundbite]  Lt. Comm. Jeong Yong-seong (ROK Navy): "According to the Defense Ministry’s guidelines, you can’t enter the site during the election period."

Meanwhile, representatives of Christian church demanded the release of two arrested clergymen, with some breaking the fence and attempting to get inside.

 Coffee Alert

[Anchor Lead]

Coffee consumption has spiked in Korea over the past few years. But experts warn that too much coffee can be harmful for elderly people with arthritis.

[Pkg]

The majority of people at this senior citizens’ welfare center enjoy coffee.

[Soundbite]  "When I have one, I have a double and I crave more after drinking it."

Coffee can be addictive, and the caffeine interferes with the body’s absorption of calcium. Excessive intake of coffee is especially dangerous for women undergoing menopause and those suffering from arthritis.

[Soundbite] Dr. Nam Chang-hyeon (Orthopedist): "When elderly women take excessive amounts of caffeine, the small intestines’ absorption of calcium is hindered and large amounts of calcium are discharged with the urine, so it can cause osteoporosis."

So people aged 50 years or older are advised not to exceed three cups of coffee per day. A hospital survey conducted on elderly arthritis patients found that 79 percent drank more than one cup of coffee daily. But one-third of them drank more than three cups a day. 39 percent of senior arthritis patients who drank coffee had osteoporosis. To prevent the bone disease, senior citizens should limit themselves to two cups of coffee daily and instead drink milk for calcium.

 New Farmers

[Pkg]

As more young people decide to delve into farming these days, a growing number of farmers are reaping impressive profits. Here’s more on their secret.

[Pkg]

Jo In-hwan has been growing cherry tomatoes for nearly seven years. The secret to his success lies in his ingenious ideas. Jo’s tomato harvest is double that of other farmers because he grows his tomatoes by letting their stems stay on the floor without cutting off their growing points. High-density organic fertilizer that Jo has developed after four years of research helps him maximize soil fertility. His tomatoes sell for a high price thanks to their superb quality.

And this farmer, Lee Yeon-won, started his business by selling organic pork on home shopping. Now his products are sold in department stores as well. His competitive edge lies in eco-friendly farming. Lee raises his pigs without antibiotics and feeds it only organic food to meet the ever rising demand for safe food products. He also uses electronic chips to raise his livestock in a more organized way.

[Soundbite] Lee Yeon-won (Farmer): "The device reads the chip to measure the amount of food and vaccines each pig needs; it’s fully automated."

Lee faced many challenges as a beginner, with half of his pig dying at one point, but he never gave up. About 90 percent of Korean farmers run small farms. Improving quality rather than expanding size and staying abreast of market trends is the shortcut to success for farmers.

 FTA Measures

[Anchor Lead]

Heavy losses expected by Korean farmers are stoking fears ahead of the effectuation of Korea’s free trade agreement with the United States Thursday. A number of measures to help the local agricultural sector are being presented.

[Pkg]

Rice crackers have been sold at Starbucks coffee shops in Korea over the last three years. The snack is made with organic rice produced at 140 farms in the country. But farmers warn that this will change under the free trade deal with the U.S.

[Soundbite] Jeon Dae-gyeong (Head, Agricultural Cooperative): "Farmers need to produce rice steadily so we can guarantee production. Major losses are expected."

But this fear has been lifted because the rice crackers can now be sold at all Starbucks branches around the world. The free trade agreement allows Starbucks to import coffee beans tariff free. The franchise has agreed to secure an overseas sales channel for processed goods using Korean rice.

[Soundbite] Go Yu-chan (Sales Director, Starbucks Korea): "We have 17,000 stores in 55 countries. We plan to actively recommend the rice crackers to these overseas stores."

Seven major Korean companies will reap huge savings from the trade deal, as their import of raw materials will get cheaper. They’ll also serve more domestic produce at their company cafeterias for close to 9 million U.S. dollars per year. The free trade agreement with the U.S. will take effect Thursday. Whether these measures can reduce losses for Korean agriculture remains a big question.

 English Villages

[Anchor Lead]

A growing number of foreign students come to Korea these days to learn English, even though it isn’t an English speaking nation. While they’re here, they also experience Korean culture at the country’s English villages.

[Pkg]

Students at this English village in Gyeonggi Province are from Thailand. They study English with their American teacher. They chose to learn English in Korea, a non-English speaking country, because they can master the language fast here thanks to the high-quality educational system. Another reason they chose Korea was the opportunity to learn about the Korean culture.

Some 600 foreign students studied at this English village last year. More than one thousand are expected to visit it this year. The village has been receiving many inquiries from Japan because it’s willing to learn how to teach English from Korea.

[Soundbite] Junko Matsuzaki (Japanese): "I’m visiting here with a plan to bring students here for the program."

Programs offering foreigners an opportunity to learn the Korean language and culture in addition to English are also available. English villages in Korea are gaining in popularity among foreigners who want to learn English.

Product Testers

[Anchor Lead]

Product testers are people who get to try out new products for free by reviewing them. Today, we get a glimpse into their lives.

[Pkg]

This house looks ordinary. But the owner got most of the furniture and appliances from the manufacturers for free.

[Soundbite] "I’m testing a sofa, a cupboard, laminated flooring and a lamp."

Lee Hye-won is a product tester. She gets given the products for free and then she tests them out to see how they measure up. She also gets opinions from her family and friends. She has to see how people like the stuff, and then post reviews online. So she does have to work for her new things.

[Soundbite] "I use products for a month if it’s short time, or up to six months. I don’t write only good things; I also monitor the things that should be improved and tell my neighbors the facts."

Product testers not only post product reviews online. They also give companies ideas about products under development.

[Soundbite] " think a zipper is better than a snap."

[Soundbite] "It’s better for it to have a long strap. "

There are lots of things testers have to do, from evaluating products to filling out questionnaires.

[Soundbite] "Other moms haven’t seen this yet. Since I’m a tester, I can help correct the faults."

[Soundbite] Lee Seol-hui (Official, Baby Products Company): "There are things we don’t know about what customers want. Mothers use our products in advance and give their opinions to us. We correct the problems and release new products. Then customers will be more satisfied. These kinds of process gives us more communication opportunities."

Product testers work in various fields. A test of a hair perm product will be held at this beauty salon before its release.

[Soundbite] Lee Hui-gang (CEO, Hair Care Products Company): "We seek opinions from our testers when we develop new products. We post vacancy notices for testers on our Web site."

Now the test is over.

[Soundbite] "I was doubtful since it’s a new product. But after the test, I’m very satisfied; it’s very mild and smells good."

How do you become a product tester? We talked to a veteran, Choe Yun-jeong. She is now testing dozens of new products ranging from baby goods and snacks to cosmetics. Choe mainly obtains information from magazines or TV commercials. She has a few secrets to being chosen as a tester, and beating out the other applicants.

[Soundbite] "My secret is this - I suggest that they write solid reviews, detailing how to write after getting chosen. If you write how it is in detail when you open the box, and ways to use and apply the product, the company will trust you and choose you."

So, creative, candid reviews are the key. Product testers get to be the first ones to try out new stuff and get to see their ideas reflected in a product’s development.

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