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Maru Kim, Editor-in-Chief and Publisher, is dedicated to providing insightful and captivating stories that resonate with both local and global audiences.

Prestige Biopharma Opens Innovative Discovery Center in Busan

Prestige Biopharma Opens Innovative Discovery Center in Busan

Busan, South Korea – Prestige Biopharma, a Singapore-based biopharmaceutical company, has launched its Innovative Discovery Center (IDC) in Busan, South Korea. The new facility is aimed at enhancing Prestige Biopharma’s capabilities in antibody drug research and development. Located in Busan’s Myungji R&D area, the IDC is set

Korean Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods Increase Disease Risk in Obese Kids

Korean Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods Increase Disease Risk in Obese Kids

Seoul, South Korea – As diets increasingly shift towards convenience-driven options, a new study from the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency (KDCA) sounds an urgent alarm: ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are taking a toll on the health of South Korea's youth, especially those struggling with obesity. This research, spearheaded

High-Speed Rail and Gourmet Attractions to Boost Busan Tourism

High-Speed Rail and Gourmet Attractions to Boost Busan Tourism

Busan, South Korea – As Busan prepares for the launch of new high-speed rail links that will connect it directly to Gangwon and Gyeongbuk provinces, the city is unveiling an expansive tourism strategy to attract visitors and boost its appeal as a must-see destination in Korea. With the year-end opening of

Busan Allocates 16.7 Trillion Won in 2025 Budget

Busan Allocates 16.7 Trillion Won in 2025 Budget

Busan, South Korea - On November 11, the City of Busan announced its 2025 budget, totaling 16.7 trillion KRW, a 6.3% increase from the previous year. With a strategic emphasis on enhancing citizen welfare, supporting economic revitalization, and promoting sustainable urban growth, Busan aims to establish itself as

South Korea Opens Industrial Complexes to Vertical Farms

South Korea Opens Industrial Complexes to Vertical Farms

SEOUL, South Korea — In a groundbreaking policy shift, the South Korean government has officially approved regulations that allow vertical farms—high-tech, stacked agriculture facilities using minimal land and resources—to operate within its industrial complexes. The new law represents a strategic move to promote sustainable agriculture within urban spaces, harnessing

Why Busan’s 6-District Model is Essential for Effective Integration with Gyeongnam

Why Busan’s 6-District Model is Essential for Effective Integration with Gyeongnam

Is it time to reshape Busan’s outdated district map to meet the demands of a modern, interconnected region? Busan’s current administrative structure, divided into 15 districts and 1 county, is a legacy of post-war population booms and the rapid industrialization that defined South Korea’s mid-20th century. While

“Turn Toward Busan” on Nov 11 to Honor UN War Heroes

“Turn Toward Busan” on Nov 11 to Honor UN War Heroes

Busan, South Korea — Today, the 18th annual “Turn Toward Busan” ceremony will take place at the UN Memorial Cemetery in Busan, South Korea, honoring United Nations soldiers who sacrificed their lives during the Korean War. Under the theme “Turn Toward Busan,” this year’s event is expected to gather over