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Korea Faces Crucial Challenge in Pursuing Balanced National Development

Korea Faces Crucial Challenge in Pursuing Balanced National Development

South Korea's population has been increasingly concentrated in the Seoul Capital Area (SCA) over the past few decades, leading to overcrowding, high living costs, and a decline in quality of life. The SCA accounts for over half of the country's population and holds most of the

Busan's Demographic Decline: A Looming Crisis

Busan's Demographic Decline: A Looming Crisis

Busan, the second largest city in South Korea, is currently facing a critical situation due to several factors, including a persistent outflow of residents, a low birth rate, and an aging population. The current total fertility rate in Busan is 0.8, resulting in a population decline that is cause

Traditional Ondol Heating System and its Impact on the Environment

Traditional Ondol Heating System and its Impact on the Environment

The Ondol heating system is one of the oldest heating systems in the world and has been a prominent feature of traditional Korean homes for centuries. It is a unique form of underfloor heating that uses direct heat transfer from smoke generated by woodstoves or outdoor furnaces to heat the

Bias in Algorithms: A Growing Concern

Bias in Algorithms: A Growing Concern

I. Introduction to Bias in Algorithms Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly become an integral part of our lives, as algorithms are used to automate a wide range of tasks and support decision-making in various domains. However, despite their potential benefits, these algorithms also pose significant risks to fundamental rights, particularly

How Can Crush Disasters Occur, and How Can They Be Avoided?

How Can Crush Disasters Occur, and How Can They Be Avoided?

Crowd crushes or stampedes are entirely avoidable, predictable, and preventive. Here are some lessons from the October 29th crush disaster in Seoul. On the evening of Saturday, October 29, up to 100,000 people, mostly in their teens and twenties, packed into Itaewon's tiny, sloping alleys for one