Next Sohee Exposes Labor Exploitation And Emotional Stress In The Korean Workplace

Busan City, South Korea, has announced the commencement of the 'Busan Democracy Park Museum Annex' construction project, a dedicated facility to systematically preserve, exhibit, research, and educate the public on materials related to the democratization movement. The project, which started in March this year, has a budget of 15.8 billion won ($13.1 million), with 6.9 billion won ($5.7 million) funded by the national government and 8.9 billion won ($7.4 million) provided by the city. The museu

The city of Busan is set to commence full-scale construction on the Gwangandaegyo Bridge Access Road Connection Project, aimed at resolving traffic difficulties in Haeundae-gu, Centum City, and the new downtown area. A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on March 20 at Olympic Park in Haeundae-gu, Busan, with attendance by Busan Mayor Park Heong-joon and over 200 people, including local lawmakers, Haeundae-gu district mayor, city councilors, and residents. The project involves co

South Korea has announced the removal of the mask mandate for public transportation starting 20th March Monday, eliminating a COVID-19 preventative measure in place since 2020. The change applies to public buses, school buses, subways, KTX bullet trains, taxis, and airplanes. This marks one of the final COVID-19 restrictions in the country, with outdoor mask mandates lifted in May last year and indoor mandates ending in January. The decision comes as South Korea sees a downward trend in new COV

The South Korean government's controversial proposal to increase the maximum work week from 52 to 69 hours has sparked intense debates over work-life balance, worker's rights, and the issue of overwork or 'kwarosa' – death from overwork. President Yoon Suk Yeol's administration argues that the plan aims to provide greater flexibility for workers and address the country's declining birth rates. However, opposition politicians, labor unions, and women's groups contend that the proposal would exace

Busan-type Express Railroad (BuTX) project set to connect Gadeokdo New Airport with downtown Busan With the 2030 Busan World Expo on the horizon, the South Korean government is accelerating plans to open Gadeokdo New Airport in December 2029. A significant component of this development is the Busan-type Express Railroad (BuTX) project, an express railroad aimed at connecting the new airport with downtown Busan. The city is working to establish a commercialization strategy for BuTX by the end of

Netflix's latest South Korean sensation, "The Glory," has taken the entertainment world by storm, swiftly becoming the most-watched show globally just three days after the release of the first season's final episodes. According to FlixPatrol, a renowned Netflix ranking tracker website, the show clinched No. 1 in an astonishing 38 countries, including Korea, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, and numerous others, while securing the No. 3 spot in both the United States and the United Kingdom. Thi

The Busan Metropolitan City has announced that it will be signing a business agreement with Saha-gu to ensure the early construction and successful operation of the Seobusan Medical Center. The agreement promises to provide mutual cooperation between the two entities for the smooth and timely construction of the medical center. The signing ceremony will be attended by Busan Mayor Park Heong-joon and Saha-gu district Mayor Lee Gap-jun. Once the agreement is signed, Busan City and Saha-gu Office

Apple and Hyundai Card have announced the upcoming launch of Apple Pay in South Korea on March 21, marking the tech giant's latest move into the competitive mobile payment service market. The launch comes a month and a half after Apple first announced its plans in early February, following a review by the Financial Services Commission (FSC), the regulatory body overseeing financial institutions and products in South Korea. Currently, only Hyundai Card users will be able to utilize Apple Pay in

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT) is reportedly considering a new construction method for Gadeokdo New Airport that involves building the terminal and part of the runway on the island and constructing the airport in a landfill style that spans land and sea. The proposed method is expected to greatly reduce the amount of landfill required for the project compared to the existing maritime airport and could allow for the airport to open before 2030. The city of Busan has

Korean cultural content, commonly referred to as K-content, has been gaining immense popularity across the globe. This is according to the results of a survey conducted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea, which shows that K-pop, Korean food, Hallyu stars, dramas, and information technology (IT) products/brands are among the most recognized aspects of Korea. K-pop has been ranked as the most popular category for six consecutive years, surpassing IT products/brands, which were

The triple impact of inflation, a high exchange rate, and high-interest rates have put many companies in Busan under financial strain, with some facing short-term liquidity risks. Recently, the Busan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) released the results of its 'Emergency Management Status' survey, targeting local listed companies in the manufacturing, service, and construction industries with sales of over 50 billion won. The survey revealed that 84.9% of respondents reported negative ef

South Korea has recently posted its worst trade deficit in history, with a 13.9 billion-dollar deficit in February 2023. The country's worsening trade balance is concerning for its economy, which heavily relies on exports. The COVID-19 pandemic has hit the global economy hard, causing supply chain disruptions and demand shocks. This has also affected South Korea's economy, which heavily relies on exports of goods such as semiconductors, automobiles, and petrochemical products. The country's ex