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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

Seoul, South Korea - As autumn sweeps across South Korea, the landscape transforms into a picturesque wonderland of red, orange, and gold. The season, often considered ideal for outdoor exploration, has become even more accessible thanks to new travel initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism. In

The financial challenges faced by South Korea's youth are becoming increasingly evident, with delinquency rates on emergency loans surpassing ₩30 billion as of June 2024. The majority of this debt—66%—is held by individuals in their 20s and 30s, revealing the financial distress that younger generations are

South Korea’s Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP) emerged as the preferred bidder for the Dukovany nuclear power plant expansion project in July 2024. This marks a significant win for South Korea, positioning it as a strategic player in Europe’s nuclear power market. The project involves building two