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Maru Kim

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

Global Experts Gather at Busan Maritime & Finance Week 2024

Global Experts Gather at Busan Maritime & Finance Week 2024

Busan, South Korea – Today, Busan Maritime & Finance Week (BMFW) kicked off, drawing finance and maritime industry leaders from around the globe to discuss strategies and innovations that could position Busan as a global center for maritime finance. Running from October 29-31 at the Lotte and Paradise Hotels, the event

The 32nd Edition of Passion & Fashion Busan

The 32nd Edition of Passion & Fashion Busan

Busan, South Korea - The city of Busan is set to host the 32nd edition of Passion & Fashion Busan (PFB), an international exhibition spotlighting the shoe, textile, and fashion industries. Running from October 31 to November 2 at BEXCO’s first exhibition hall, this event brings together 363 companies

Busan Struggles to Combat Rising Lonely Deaths

Busan Struggles to Combat Rising Lonely Deaths

Busan, South Korea - "Loneliness is spreading like an epidemic," warned a recent CNN report, pointing to the global rise in isolated deaths, or godoksa, particularly in South Korea. As national efforts intensify to prevent such tragedies, Busan—one of the cities hardest hit by this crisis—finds

"APT.": Rosé and Bruno Mars Revive a Fading Korean Tradition

"APT.": Rosé and Bruno Mars Revive a Fading Korean Tradition

Who would have guessed that a simple childhood game, once popular in Korea’s sprawling apartment complexes, could inspire a global pop sensation? With their new hit "APT.", Rosé and Bruno Mars have managed to bring back the rhythm and nostalgia of the "Apartment Game", a

Psychological Impact of McLuhan’s "Medium is the Message"

Psychological Impact of McLuhan’s "Medium is the Message"

In a world where technology saturates nearly every aspect of daily life, Marshall McLuhan’s famous dictum, “The medium is the message,” has proven more relevant than ever. As we navigate an era dominated by digital platforms, McLuhan's insights into the power of media environments resonate deeply, especially

Pine Wilt Invasion from Japan Threatens Busan’s Forests

Pine Wilt Invasion from Japan Threatens Busan’s Forests

Busan, South Korea - Pine forests, cherished for their ecological and cultural importance, face a growing menace in both Busan and Japan: pine wilt disease (PWD). This disease, caused by the pinewood nematode (Bursaphelenchus xylophilus), has rapidly spread across Asia and Europe, threatening biodiversity and causing significant economic losses in

Busan Secures 22.5 Billion KRW for New Children's Hospital

Busan Secures 22.5 Billion KRW for New Children's Hospital

Busan, South Korea - Busan has successfully secured 22.5 billion KRW in national funding to cover half of the construction costs for the upcoming Busan Children’s Hospital, part of a broader 48.6 billion KRW project aimed at bolstering the city’s pediatric healthcare services. This new hospital,