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6223 Future Forum, Guest Speaker Kim Jin-myung… Ulsan Dreams of Leaping into a Future Cultural City through the Spirit of Hangeul

(C) 6223 Future Forum The '6223 Future Forum,' a key organization proposing future policies for Ulsan, successfully held its second seminar of 2026 under the theme "Listening to the Fut
Seoul Metro to Ban Personal Mobility Devices and High-Capacity Lithium Batteries Starting July

SEOUL — Starting July 1, 2026, passengers will be prohibited from bringing personal mobility (PM) devices powered by lithium batteries and high-capacity lithium batteries into Seoul Metro statio

South Korea’s Bid for MSCI Developed Market Status Stalls Again

SEOUL — South Korea’s long-standing ambition to be reclassified as a "Developed Market" (DM) by Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) has faced another setback. In its 20

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Panama City Gears Up for Carnival 2025: Mayor's Decree Sets the Stage for Festivities: Panama City is buzzing with anticipation as the Mayor’s Office unveils the official regulations for Carnival 2025. Mayoral D ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.03.01

Curbing Insurance Fraud: South Korea Tightens Traffic Accident Compensation: The South Korean government is taking decisive action to address the persistent issue of insurance fraud within the realm of traff ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.03.01

Jeonju's All-Out Effort to Attract Advanced Bio Industry: Fostering Innovation Ecosystem and Revitalizing Economy: Jeonju City is making proactive moves to attract companies in the bio sector, a future growth engine. In connection with the recru ...; Desk 2025.03.01

Seoul Pioneers Future Education with Online School Launch: Seoul is taking a bold step into the future of education with the grand opening of the Seoul Online School on March 1, 2025. This ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.03.01

Goryeo Celadon from Netflix's 'Heavy Trauma Center' Showcases the Origin of K-Culture to the World: The recent surge in popularity of Netflix's global TV show 'Heavy Trauma Center,' which topped the non-English TV show category, h ...; Desk 2025.03.01

Gangjin Celadon Festival Offers Special Discounts and Auction: In celebration of the 53rd Gangjin Celadon Festival, Gangjin-gun is hosting a special discount event at the Gangjin Gwanyo store, ...; Desk 2025.03.01

South Korea's "Rich" Threshold Climbs to 3.3 Billion Won Amidst Growing Asset Disparity: SEOUL – A recent survey conducted by Korea Gallup reveals a significant shift in South Koreans' perception of wealth, with t ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.03.01

Stricter Portable Battery Rules Take Flight in South Korea Amid Safety Concerns: SEOUL, South Korea – In a move aimed at bolstering passenger safety, South Korea has implemented stricter regulations regard ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.01

Decline in Overseas Korean Police Attachés Amidst Rising Crime Against Nationals: The number of Korean police attachés stationed overseas is decreasing, despite the increasing number of crimes involving Ko ...; Sharon Yoon Correspondent 2025.03.01

Bikini Day: A Tragedy of the Nuclear Age and a Wish for Peace: Bikini Day may evoke images of a vibrant beach vacation, but it is actually a day to remember the tragic consequences of nuclear t ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.03.01

Far-Right Rally Against President Yoon's Impeachment Escalates into Misogyny and Violence: In South Korea, a far-right rally opposing the impeachment of President Yoon Suk-yeol has escalated into misogyny and violence, sp ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.01

Statue of Peace "Nujin" Finds New Home in Kassel After Two-Year Ordeal: Kassel, Germany - The "Statue of Peace," named "Nujin," which was controversially removed from the University of Kassel campus nea ...; Global Economic Times Reporter 2025.03.01

Jeonbuk Emerges as Surprise Candidate for 2036 Olympics, Defeating Seoul in Landslide Victory: SEOUL - In a stunning upset, Jeonbuk Province has been selected as the domestic candidate to host the 2036 Summer Olympics, overco ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.01

Homeplus's Credit Rating Takes a Dive as Financial Woes Deepen: Seoul, South Korea – Homeplus, a major South Korean retailer, has seen its credit rating downgraded by both Korea Ratings an ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.01

March 1st Movement: Korea's Cry for Independence Against Imperial Japan: On March 1, 1919, the Korean Peninsula resounded with cries of "Long live Korean independence!" This historic moment marked the Ko ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.01

U.S. Coast Guard Halts Hazardous Cargo Operations at Puerto Nuevo Terminal Due to Safety Violations: SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a Captain of the Port Order against the Puerto Nuevo Terminal in San ...; Desk 2025.02.28

Champasack Province to Transform Million-Year-Old Volcano into Premier Tourist Destination: PAKSONG DISTRICT, Champasack Province, Laos – Champasack Province is embarking on an ambitious project to elevate the Millio ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.02.28

Transatlantic Trade War Looms as Trump's Tariffs Ignite European Fury: WASHINGTON D.C./BRUSSELS – A significant escalation in transatlantic trade tensions has erupted following former U.S. Presid ...; Hannah Yeh Reporter 2025.02.28

Transatlantic Trade Tensions Flare as Trump Imposes Tariffs, Europe Vows "Firm and Immediate" Response: Washington D.C./Brussels – A significant escalation in transatlantic trade relations has occurred following former U.S. Pres ...; Hannah Yeh Reporter 2025.02.28

Ethiopia Revokes Controversial Salt Directive, Aiming to Stabilize Market: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – In a significant move to rectify the severe market disruptions caused by a 2023 policy, Ethiopia's M ...; Pedro Espinola Special Correspondent 2025.02.28