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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

South Korea faces a demographic crisis that threatens its economic and social stability: a birth rate of 0.78 and a rapidly aging population. These trends pose risks of labor shortages, increased social welfare costs, and a shrinking tax base. Immigration has been proposed as one potential solution, but significant

In the United States, recent efforts to improve accessibility for colorblind individuals are making headlines, such as Virginia’s installation of special viewfinders that allow colorblind visitors to experience the vivid hues of fall foliage. This move is part of a growing global trend toward inclusivity that considers the needs

Seoul, South Korea - Seoul's prestigious specialized high schools, once envisioned as regional centers for fostering elite talent, are now at the center of heated discussions on educational equity in South Korea. Originally established across districts to balance educational opportunities, these schools attract a disproportionately high number of

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

Seoul, South Kroea - As South Korea unveils its 2025 budget proposal, one key component stands out: the government's increased reliance on non-tax revenues, including fines, penalties, and administrative fees, to address its fiscal challenges. Set at 13 trillion KRW, this category has increased by 1.6 trillion