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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.

Busan Mayor and EU Ambassador Discuss Carbon Neutrality and Plastic Pollution

Busan Mayor and EU Ambassador Discuss Carbon Neutrality and Plastic Pollution

Busan, South Korea— In a meeting on October 23, 2024, Busan Mayor Park Heong-joon and EU Ambassador Maria Castillo Fernandez reaffirmed their commitment to tackling climate change and plastic pollution. Their discussion focused on the mutual goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 and the importance of enhancing collaboration between

Bu-Ul-Gyeong Megacity Faces Delays While Daegu-Gyeongbuk Gains Ground

Bu-Ul-Gyeong Megacity Faces Delays While Daegu-Gyeongbuk Gains Ground

Busan, South Korea - As South Korea seeks to decentralize economic growth from the Seoul metropolitan area, two major regional development projects stand out: the Bu-Ul-Gyeong Megacity and the Daegu-Gyeongbuk Administrative Integration. From Busan’s vantage point, the Bu-Ul-Gyeong project, which involves Busan, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam, is facing serious delays.

South Korea Cabbage Prices Surge Amid Climate Threats

South Korea Cabbage Prices Surge Amid Climate Threats

Seoul, South Korea – In 2024, South Korea faces an unprecedented surge in cabbage prices, driven by a combination of extreme weather and delayed government intervention. The price of a single cabbage has skyrocketed by 80% compared to the previous year, reaching upwards of 9,500 KRW, raising concerns as households

What Busan’s 99-Story Project Means for Residents

What Busan’s 99-Story Project Means for Residents

Busan, South Korea – A towering 99-story apartment complex is set to rise on the shores of Busan’s Gwangan Beach, bringing both excitement and anxiety to the city’s residents. With plans to turn the aging Samik Beach Apartments into a shimmering symbol of modern architecture, opinions are sharply divided.

Daejeodaegyo Bridge Construction Begins After a Decade of Delays

Daejeodaegyo Bridge Construction Begins After a Decade of Delays

Busan, South Korea - After years of delays and environmental concerns, Busan finally broke ground on the highly anticipated Daejeodaegyo Bridge on October 23, 2024. Marking a key milestone in the city's push to ease congestion and bolster economic growth in its western districts, this bridge is set

Busan’s Royal Russell School: Opportunity or Gamble?

Busan’s Royal Russell School: Opportunity or Gamble?

Busan, South Korea - The recent announcement of the Royal Russell School’s Busan campus project marks a significant milestone in the city’s quest to position itself as a global hub. As the first foreign educational institution in Busan, the project has cleared a crucial regulatory hurdle, enabling its

North Korea’s Alleged Troop Support for Russia: Fact or Strategy?

North Korea’s Alleged Troop Support for Russia: Fact or Strategy?

Recent reports have stirred global attention, alleging that North Korea has sent troops to assist Russia in its ongoing war against Ukraine. Ukrainian and South Korean intelligence sources claim that North Korean soldiers, including special forces, are stationed in Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine. However, both Moscow and Pyongyang firmly deny