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Miriam Burrell

South Korea to ban eating dogs and 'put an end to controversies'

South Korean lawmakers aim to introduce a bill this year that would ban eating dog meat, putting an end to growing controversy around the ancient custom.

The Korean practice of eating dog has drawn criticism from overseas for its cruelty but there has also been increasing opposition at home, particularly from young people.

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