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Rising Rents in Seoul's University Districts Underscore Need for Decentralization and Consideration of Mental Health

Rising Rents in Seoul's University Districts Underscore Need for Decentralization and Consideration of Mental Health

Seoul, South Korea – A recent study by the company behind the real estate information platform 'Dabang,' has found that the rent for one-room apartments (with a floor area of 33 square meters or less) in Seoul's major university districts has risen by over 15% in the

South Korea Boosts Global Presence of Domestic Alcoholic Beverages with 'K-Liquor' Brand

South Korea is taking steps to create a unique brand for its domestically-produced alcoholic beverages by introducing the 'K-Liquor' brand for products exported overseas. This initiative aims to make it easier for global consumers to recognize and enjoy Korean alcoholic drinks. To enhance the global competitiveness of traditional

Saemaul Geumgo Bank's Real Estate Loans Raise Concerns Over Asset Safety

Saemaul Geumgo Bank's Real Estate Loans Raise Concerns Over Asset Safety

Saemaul Geumgo Bank, also known as Saemaul Mutual Savings Bank or Saemaul Savings Bank, is facing scrutiny over its real estate project financing (PF) program due to the potential for non-performing loans. Established in 1973 as part of the Saemaul Undong (New Village Movement), the bank has provided large-scale loans

Korean Independence Fighter Hwang Ki-hwan Laid to Rest After Century-Long Wait

Korean Independence Fighter Hwang Ki-hwan Laid to Rest After Century-Long Wait

Korean independence fighter Hwang Ki-hwan, who inspired the hit South Korean TV series "Mr. Sunshine," has finally returned to his homeland after a century-long wait. Hwang, who died alone in New York in 1923, had been buried at Mount Olivet Cemetery, and his remains were repatriated to South

South Korea announces new policy to support single-parent families

South Korea announces new policy to support single-parent families

The South Korea's Ministry of Gender Equality and Family has announced the approval of the first basic plan for policies aimed at supporting single-parent families. The first basic plan for policies supporting single-parent families has been developed to fulfill the national goal of building a society where no

MCST Takes Action Against Illegal PDF Distribution of Copyrighted Publications

MCST Takes Action Against Illegal PDF Distribution of Copyrighted Publications

The Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism (MCST) has announced a crackdown on a large-scale operation that reproduces and distributes illegal PDF copies of over 3,000 publications. As the usage of digital devices has increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the practice of scanning and reproducing copyrighted material for

Vertical Smart Farms to Transform Agricultural Promotion Zones in Korea

Vertical Smart Farms to Transform Agricultural Promotion Zones in Korea

New System and Smart Agriculture Promotion Act to Overcome Land-use Restrictions and Boost Sustainable Agriculture In an ambitious move to increase the smart agriculture penetration rate to 30% of agricultural production by 2027, the Korean government plans to establish a system that enables the installation of vertical smart farms within