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Ultrafine dust density level in Korea falls to 5-year low
The concentration of ultrafine dust in Korea from December to March fell to the lowest level in five years, the Ministry of Environment said on Sunday.
Apr 8, 2024
Jung Da-hyun
Korea Times Politics & City Reporter
Jung Da-hyun is a reporter at The Korea Times, covering social issues in Korea, including foreign residents, education, environment and politics. Driven by a deep interest in people’s stories, she focuses on investigative and feature reporting through direct interviews and field coverage. She received the Amnesty International Korea Media Award for her “Deepfake Crisis at Schools” series. Reach her at dahyun08@koreatimes.co.kr. Always open to hearing your stories.
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Medical schools move to resume classes amid students' continued boycott
Several medical schools have decided to resume classes this week, after nearly two months on hiatus due to students’ protests against the government's proposed expansion of the medical school enrollment quota.
Apr 7, 2024
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INTERVIEW Hylium Industries highlights liquid hydrogen tech for green mobility
Hylium Industries, a company dedicated to advancing technologies utilizing liquid hydrogen, focuses on utilizing the technology in the mobility sector to reduce carbon emissions amid the global environmental crisis.
Apr 6, 2024
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City Oil Field pioneers global market for naptha derived from recyled plastic
City Oil Field finalized an export agreement with Nam An Joint Stock Company, headquartered in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam centering on decomposed oil derived from waste plastic. This landmark agreement represents the first instance worldwide of exporting naphtha recycled from discarded plastic and plastic bags.
Apr 6, 2024
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Controversy erupts over different minimum wage for foreigners and seniors
Proposals regarding varying applications of minimum wage, particularly concerning specific groups such as foreigners or seniors, have sparked controversy as the process to determine next year's minimum wage officially began.
Apr 5, 2024
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After-school program participation surpasses expectations, challenges remain
After one month of operation, after-school care program aimed at providing child care services and education are showing promising signs of success with an increase in the number of participating schools and students. However, challenges such as a lack of instructors remain as expected.
Apr 3, 2024
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Spring is here
People walk under a canopy of blooming cherry blossoms along Yangjae Stream in southern Seoul, Tuesday. The first cherry blossoms were officially observed in Seoul, Monday, a week later than last year. Yonhap
Apr 2, 2024
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Doctors, nurses eye overseas jobs amid ongoing quota dispute
Since the government announced its plan to increase the annual quota of medical school admissions by 2,000, there has been a significant rise in the number of medical students considering overseas training. Simultaneously, the number of nurses contemplating working abroad has also surged due to the prolonged medical strike and skepticism regarding the treatment they receive as employees.
Apr 2, 2024
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Debate heats up over relocating National Assembly to Sejong
The ruling People Power Party (PPP) introduced a pledge to relocate the National Assembly to Sejong, but experts noted that while the proposal holds theoretical advantages, it is important to consider practical limitations before implementation.
Apr 2, 2024
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Gov't, schools accelerate efforts to enhance medical education
The government and universities that run medical schools nationwide are expediting improvements to medical education conditions, in response to concerns about a possible decline in quality arising from the government's decision to increase the medical school quota by 2,000 next year.
Mar 31, 2024