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The health benefits of traditional herbs and medicines are well-known but many of them have strong scents that makes it difficult for young people and foreigners to appreciate them. These days, thanks to new research and product development, products made with elements of traditional medicine have all the health benefits without the strong smells. "Insight"explores how traditional medicine is getting a makeover and appealing to international customers.

For decades, the relationship between the United States and North Korea made a big impact on security in the Korean Peninsula and in Northeast Asia. Instead of returning to six-party talks that involve other neighboring countries, North Korea has insisted on two-way talks with the U.S. Now that President Obama is about to start his second term, North Korea has been signaling to the U.S. that it wants to improve bilateral relations. For more details on relations between Pyongyang and Washington, "Insight" interviews Victor Cha, who served as President George W. Bush's top advisor on North Korean affairs.

The number of North Korean refugees in South Korea will soon reach more than 30,000. The South Korean government has implemented various policies to help them get jobs and an education, and integrate into their new country. But statistics show that more than 70% of North Korean refugees are in the low-income bracket. "Insight" asks if the government's policies are actually improving the lives of North Korean refugees and finds out what needs to be improved.