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Doctors at top hospitals spend only 4 minutes per patient: data

gettyimagesbank  Patients who go to the top hospitals in Korea usually wait for more than an hour but they usually see their doctor for only about four minutes ― and this situation is only getting worse.국내 대형 병원 외래환자들 대다수가 1시간 이상 대기하지만 실제 진료 시간은 약 4분에 불과하며 이런 상황은 점점 악화하고 있는 것으로 확인됐다.According to Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH) data submitted to Rep. Shin Hyun-young of the ruling Democratic Party of Korea, doctors at SNUH, which is one of the capital's three most popular hospitals along with Samsung Medical Center and Asan Medical Center, spent on average 4 minutes and 26 seconds seeing each outpatient between January and August this year. That is even shorter than last year when they spent 4 minutes and 37 seconds per patient.서울대병원이 신현영 더불어민주당 의원에게 제출한 자료에 따르면 삼성서울병원, 서울아산병원과 함께 수도권 3대 유명 병원으로 꼽히는 서울대병원의 경우 올해 1~8월 동안 외래환자 평균 진료 시간은 4분 26초인 것으로 나타났다. 이는 지난해 환자 당 평균 진료 시간인 4분 37초보다 줄어든 수치이다.By department, cardiology, endocrinology and metabolism outpatients saw their doctors for 3 minutes and 28 seconds on average. Urologists, nephrologists, gastroenterologists, do

Oct 22, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Doctors at top hospitals spend only 4 minutes per patient: data

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Eggdrop sees record revenue growth during COVID-19 pandemic

This photo shows an Eggdrop sandwich shop in Yeoksam-dong, southern Seoul / Courtesy of Eggdrop Eggdrop, a fast-growing breakfast chain here, said Thursday that it saw record revenue growth this past summer powered by increased orders for its signature egg sandwiches due to a growing number of people working from home during the pandemic.빠르게 성장하는 국내 아침식사 체인점 에그드랍이 코로나19 팬데믹 시기에 재택 근무가 증가하면서 자사의 대표적인 계란 샌드위치 주문이 폭주해 지난 여름 기록적인 수익 증가를 보였다고 목요일 밝혔다.The firm's revenue in June was 6.12 billion won ($5.2 million), but grew to 7.49 billion in July and 8.31 billion won in August, displaying a 40-percent growth rate over the three-month period. Total revenue for the three months stood at 21.9 billion won.에그드랍은 최근 3개월 동안 40퍼센트의 매출 상승률을 보이며 6월 61억 2천만원의 매출에서 7월 74억 9천만원, 8월 83억 1천만원의 매출을 기록했다. 3개월 간 총 매출은 219억원에 달했다.Eggdrop attributed the growth to stricter social distancing measures this summer due to a surge in COVID-19 infections spurred by the emergence of the Delta variant.에그드랍은 지난 여름 델타 변이 발생으로 촉발된 확진자 수가 급증하면서 사회적 거리두기 지침이 더욱 강화됨에 따라 수익이 증가했다고 전했다.The sandwich brand's sales were boo

Oct 21, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Eggdrop sees record revenue growth during COVID-19 pandemic

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Weather forecaster warns of disappearing spring and fall

People wearing down coats cross the street in Gwangwhamun in central Seoul, Oct. 17, as unseasonably cold weather has gripped the country. Korea Times file Many Koreans cite "four distinct seasons" as uniquely characterizing the country, but this historical climactic character may change soon. 대다수 한국인들이 한국만의 특징으로서 ‘뚜렷한 사계절’을 꼽지만 이런 전통적인 기후 특징은 머지않아 변할 것으로 보인다.With many people startled by the early cold wave currently gripping the nation, a weather forecaster has said that spring and fall may virtually disappear from Korea's four seasons.많은 사람들이 최근 전국을 강타한 이른 한파에 깜짝 놀란 가운데 한 기상 전문가는 한국의 사계절에서 봄과 가을이 사실상 사라질 수 있다고 말했다.Ban Ki-song, the director at Kweather, a private weather service provider, said in an interview with CBS Radio, Oct. 18, that his agency predicts the winter to be colder than usual this year.민간 기상 전문 업체 케이웨더의 반기성 센터장은 10월 18일 CBS 라디오 인터뷰에서 케이웨더에서는 올 겨울이 평년보다 더 추울 것이라 예상하고 있다고 밝혔다.He said that Korea's winter tends to be especially cold when La Nina has formed, and added that La Nina has continued recently. 반 센터장은 라니냐가 있는 해에 한국 겨울은 유독 추운 경향을 보이는데, 현재 라니냐 상태

Oct 20, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Weather forecaster warns of disappearing spring and fall

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Aviation, tourism industries rushing to prepare for 'living with COVID-19'

Traveler wait to check in at Terminal 2 of Incheon International Airport, Oct. 4. Yonhap  Expectations toward demand recovery for overseas travel are rising in the aviation and tourism industries, in line with the government's move to shift to a "living with COVID-19" scheme next month.정부가 다음 달 '위드코로나' 계획으로 변화하려는 움직임에 따라 항공 및 관광업계 사이에서 해외 여행의 수요 회복에 대한 기대가 증가하고 있다.In preparation for growing demand, domestic air carriers are rushing to resume their flights on international routes. 이에 국내 항공사들은 수요 증가에 대비하고자 국외선 재개를 위해 분주하게 움직이고 있다.According to industry sources, Friday, flag carrier Korean Air is considering operating irregular flights to Hawaii, while the country's second-largest full-service carrier Asiana Airlines is planning to start operating flights to Guam next month. 금요일 업계 소식통에 따르면 나라를 대표하는 항공사인 대한항공은 미국 하와이 노선을 비정기적으로 오가는 방안을 검토 중인 가운데 국내 두 번째 규모의 대형항공사인 아시아나항공은 다음 달부터 괌 노선을 운항할 예정이다.Budget carriers are also joining moves to resume international flights, with Jeju Air, the nation's largest low-cost carrier, having applied for renewal of permission to operate flights o

Oct 19, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Aviation, tourism industries rushing to prepare for 'living with COVID-19'

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Samsung to unveil colorful new Z Flip3 models on Oct. 20

Seen is the poster for Samsung Electronics' Galaxy Unpacked Part 2, online event scheduled for Oct. 20 (KST). Courtesy of Samsung Electronics In a move to secure its market share, Samsung Electronics is aiming to diversify its mobile lineup by releasing colorful new versions of its Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable phones.삼성전자가 시장 점유율을 확보하기 위해 새로운 색상의 폴더블 폰 갤럭시 Z 플립3를 출시해 휴대폰 라인업 다양화를 목표로 하고 있다.On Wednesday, Samsung Electronics said it sent out invitations for its Galaxy Unpacked Part 2 event to be held online on Oct. 20.삼성전자는 10월 20일 온라인으로 개최하는 ‘갤럭시 언팩 파트2’ 초대장을 배포했다고 수요일 밝혔다.Unsurprisingly, it didn't unveil exactly which products it will showcase. 예상했던 바와 같이 어떤 제품들을 발표할지는 정확히 공개하지 않았다.However, the company is expected to release new color versions of its Galaxy Z Flip 3 foldable phones. 다만 폴더블 폰 갤럭시 Z 플립의 추가 색상을 공개할 것으로 보인다.Samsung didn't give much in the way of hints in the invitational letter, but the announcement will be more about "custom specifications" for Galaxy devices, which is similar to those seen in the company's BESPOKE customizable home appliances.삼성전자는 초대장에 짐작

Oct 18, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Samsung to unveil colorful new Z Flip3 models on Oct. 20

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Finding Korean architecture's beauty through night tours

The reflection of Woryeong Bridge lit up at night is seen in the water of the Nakdong River in Andong, North Gyeongsang Province. Courtesy of Korea Tourism Organization ANDONG, YEONGJU / North Gyeongsang Province ― Following the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, more travelers are discovering the charms of uncrowded outdoor places. 안동, 영주 / 경상북도 - 코로나19 팬데믹이 발생함에 따라 여행객들은 한적한 야외 장소들에서 매력을 발견하고 있다.Some also prefer visiting tourist destinations at night to have an even less crowded experience. 일부 사람들은 덜 혼잡한 경험을 하고자 관광지를 밤에 방문하는 것을 선호한다.But besides the lack of crowds, nighttime trips themselves offer a unique experience, providing different perspectives from those found during daytime.그러나 여행객이 없는 것을 제외하고도 야간 여행은 그 자체로 낮 시간 동안 보이는 전경과 다른 이색적인 경험을 제공한다.For those who want to make some special memories of nighttime traveling, several places in North Gyeongsang Province offer beautiful views of traditional or traditional-style Korean architecture in harmony with the surrounding nature.특별한 야간 여행의 추억을 만들고자 하는 이들에게 경상북도에 위치한 일부 지역들은 전통적이거나 전통 방식의 한국적 건축물을 둘러싼 자연과 조화를 이루어 아름다운 풍경을 선보인다.Woryeo

Oct 17, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Finding Korean architecture's beauty through night tours

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Steak chef with 20 years of expertise introduces 'Dream Burger'

 Burton Yi, the head chef at Grand Hyatt Jeju's Steak House located within Jeju Dream Tower, is a world-class chef specializing in steak, as he started his career with Austrian-born celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck who is cited as one of the world's best steak chefs.제주 드림타워 내 그랜드 하얏트 ‘스테이크 하우스’의 총괄 셰프 버튼 이는 스테이크 분야에서 세계 최고 수준의 셰프이다. 버튼 이는 세계 최고 스테이크 셰프라 불리는 오스트리아 출생의 셰프 울프강 퍽과 함께 셰프 커리어를 시작했다.After joining Grand Hyatt Jeju in July, he has put his 20-year steak knowhow to use in launching the "Dream Burger," which contains quality ingredients including U.S. prime beef.지난 7월 그랜드 하얏트 제주에 합류한 버튼 이는 U.S. 프라임 소고기를 비롯한 우수 재료들이 담긴 ‘드림 버거’ 출시에 자신의 20년 스테이크 노하우를 담았다."I use a blend of three different cuts of U.S. beef ― chuck roll, brisket and short rib. The chuck and brisket give a great 'beefy' flavor, while the short rib enhances the mixture as the fat in the short rib does not render as fast," Yi said during an interview with The Korea Times.버튼 이는 코리아타임스와의 인터뷰에서 "목심, 양지머리와 갈비살에 해당하는 U.S. 소고기 세 부위를 혼합한 것을 사용했다. 목심과 양지머리는 소고기 같은 맛을 많이 내는 반면 갈비살 내에 있는 지방은 빠르게 녹지 않아 갈비살

Oct 15, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Steak chef with 20 years of expertise introduces 'Dream Burger'

Business

Woori, KB support Afghan evacuees in Korea

A placard welcoming Afghan evacuees hangs at the entrance to the Leadership Campus of the National Human Resources Development Institute in Jincheon, North Chungcheong Province, in this August file photo. Yonhap Domestic commercial banks have begun to provide the 391 Afghan evacuees in Korea with a wide range of support, so that they can adapt to the unfamiliar environment by having better access to banking, educational, mobile communication and medical services.국내 시중 은행들이 한국에 거주하는 아프간 특별기여자 391명에게 은행업무, 교육, 모바일 소통 및 의료 서비스에 보다 쉽게 접근함으로써 익숙하지 않은 환경에 적응할 수 있도록 광범위한 지원을 제공하기 시작했다.Woori Bank said that it will set up a movable branch until Friday at the National Human Resources Development Institute in Jincheon, North Chungcheong Province, which has been used as a temporary shelter for the evacuees.우리은행은 금요일까지 특별기여자들의 임시 생활 시설로 사용되는 충청북도 진천군 국가공무원인재개발원에 이동 점포를 설치할 예정이라고 밝혔다.The branch will enable them to open bank accounts, use online banking and designate the banks they will use to exchange foreign currency.이 점포를 통해 특별기여자들은 통장 및 온라인 뱅킹 개설, 거래외국환은행지정 등의 금융 서비스 이용이 가능하게 된다.The bank w

Oct 15, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Woori, KB support Afghan evacuees in Korea

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Drug smuggling attempts through USFK postal service increasing

gettyimagesbank Over the last four years, the customs authorities detected illegal drugs worth over 24 billion won ($20 million) smuggled through the postal service of the United States Forces Korea (USFK) into the country, according to government data.국정감사 자료에 따르면 관세청은 지난 4년에 걸쳐 주한미군 군사 우편물을 통해 밀반입된 240억원이 넘는 불법 마약류를 적발했다.According to data submitted by the Korea Customs Service for a National Assembly audit session, Tuesday, from 2017 to August of this year, the customs authorities seized a total of 11.2 kilograms of illegal drugs shipped through the USFK military postal service, amounting to some 24.7 billion won in retail value.화요일 관세청의 국정감사 자료에 따르면 관세당국은 지난 2017년부터 올해까지 주한미군 군사 우편 서비스를 통해 반입된 약 247억원 어치의 마약류 11.2kg를 적발했다.In 2017, the agency caught two drug smuggling attempts, with the volume of seized drugs adding up to 8,227 grams.관세청은 2017년에 마약 밀반입 시도 2건을 적발했는데, 반입 규모는 8277g이다.The volume of seized drugs decreased sharply to 201 grams in 2018, but it jumped again in 2019, when customs seized 368 grams of banned substances in 17 separate cases.2018년에는 반입 규모가 201g으로 대폭 감소했으나

Oct 14, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

Drug smuggling attempts through USFK postal service increasing

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2 men hit with international travel bans for not paying child support

gettyimagesbank The government has imposed an overseas travel ban on two men who refused to pay child support expenses to the respective custodial parents after their divorces, the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family said Tuesday.이혼 후 양육권이 있는 부모에게 양육비 채무를 이행하지 않는 2명의 남성에 대해 정부가 출국 금지 조치를 내렸다고 여성가족부가 화요일 밝혔다.It marked the first-ever imposition of an exit ban for delinquency of child support obligations, after a relevant law was revised in July to strengthen measures in such cases.지난 7월 양육비 미지급에 대한 조치를 강화하기 위해 관련 법률 개정 이후 양육비 채무자에게 출국 금지 조치가 내려진 건 이번이 처음이다.Under the revised law, the travel ban is applied to those who owe more than 50 million won ($41,700) in child support, and those who owe more than 30 million won and have also traveled abroad more than three times in the preceding year.개정된 법률에 따라 채무가 5천만 원 이상이거나 3천만원 이상으로 최근 1년간 국외 출입 횟수가 3회 이상인 채무자의 경우 출국 금지가 적용된다.The ministry said the two men, identified only by their surnames Kim and Hong, failed to pay 117.2 million won and 125.6 million won, respectively, in child support.여가부는 김 씨와 홍 씨가 각각 1억 1,720만원, 1억 2,560만원의 양육비 채무를

Oct 13, 2021By Ahn Seong-jin

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Doctors at top hospitals spend only 4 minutes per patient: data

Eggdrop sees record revenue growth during COVID-19 pandemic

Weather forecaster warns of disappearing spring and fall

Aviation, tourism industries rushing to prepare for 'living with COVID-19'

Samsung to unveil colorful new Z Flip3 models on Oct. 20

Finding Korean architecture's beauty through night tours

Steak chef with 20 years of expertise introduces 'Dream Burger'

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