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Tributes pour in for Korean doctor known as 'Schweitzer of Cambodia'

Tributes are pouring in for Kim Woo-jung, a Christian doctor who spent nearly two decades providing medical care to low-income Cambodians and training local health professionals. Kim, the founder and director of Hebron Medical Center in Phnom Penh, died Aug. 14 after battling prostate cancer, according to an announcement by the center. He was 73. Known by many as the “Schweitzer of Cambodia,” Kim left behind a stable career in Korea to serve people who could not afford basic treatment in the Southeast Asian nation, where he founded the center in 2007. Over nearly two decades, he cared for patients while working to strengthen Cambodia’s medical capacity by training local doctors and nurses. Since the center announced his death, many Cambodians have expressed condolences on its social media page and memorial website. “Thank you for your love to Cambodia, your legacy remains with us,” one mourner wrote. “He saved my life 11 [years] ago,” said another. The encounter that set him on that path came during a short-term medical volunteer trip to Cambodia. Kim met a young girl in a ru

Aug 24, 2026By Jung Min-ho
Tributes pour in for Korean doctor known as 'Schweitzer of Cambodia'

Seoul tourism center extends hours, adds local experiences, fall pop-up

A downtown Seoul tourism center is extending its hours into the evening and adding new local experiences, giving visitors a chance to explore regional food, culture and travel offerings before taking in the city’s nighttime skyline. The Regional Tourism Antenna Shop, located at the Seoul Hall of Urbanism & Architecture near Seoul City Hall, includes a national travel hall, a regional goods shop and a small park on the roof. Eight local governments — Gangwon, Gyeonggi, North Gyeong, North Jeolla and South Chungcheong provinces, as well as Jeju Island, Andong City and Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City — currently participate in the project. The rooftop will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. every Thursday through Saturday, serving as a starting point for nighttime walking tours, running groups and other evening tourism programs. Starting on Sept. 1, two central Seoul walking-tour courses covering Jeong-dong and Deoksu Palace will also begin from the Antenna Shop. The travel hall and goods shop will extend their hours from noon to 9 p.m. every Saturday from August through October.

Aug 24, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
Seoul tourism center extends hours, adds local experiences, fall pop-up

Daughter of former basketball star Woo Ji-won crowned Miss Korea 2026

Woo Seo-yun, the 22-year-old daughter of former professional basketball player Woo Ji-won, was crowned Miss Korea 2026 on Saturday at the 70th Miss Korea pageant in Seoul. The final competition, hosted by Global E&B, an affiliate of the Hankook Ilbo, the sister paper of The Korea Times, took place at the Coex Auditorium in Seoul. Woo, who has advanced to the national contest after winning second place in the Miss Seoul-Gyeonggi-Incheon regional pageant, emerged as the winner among 26 finalists selected through eight regional competitions nationwide. Oh Su-min, 25, a student of international liberal studies at Waseda University, was named first runner-up, while Lee Min-sol, who studies economics at Yonsei University’s Underwood International College, was named second runner-up. Visibly emotional after receiving the crown, Woo thanked her fellow contestants, family and supporters. “I truly did not expect this at all,” she said. “My 70th-class peers worked so hard, and I am so happy. I am grateful to my family and friends for supporting and cheering me on.” She added that the stage

Aug 23, 2026By Lee Hae-rin
Daughter of former basketball star Woo Ji-won crowned Miss Korea 2026

Global Elim Foundation awards scholarships to 32 international students

The Global Elim Foundation, established by Yoido Full Gospel Church to support multicultural communities, is set to hold a scholarship ceremony for 32 international students from 18 countries on Aug. 25, the foundation said Friday. The ceremony will take place at Yoido Full Gospel Church in Seoul, with diplomats representing 15 nations in attendance. The recipients were selected through official recommendations from their respective embassies in Korea, followed by a review of their enrollment status, academic plans and living conditions. The scholarship recipients represent 18 countries, with five nations in Latin America, eight in Asia, four in Africa and one in the Middle East. Peru and Honduras accounted for the largest number of recipients with three each. Students from countries including Tajikistan, Ecuador, Kenya, Nepal, Iraq, Sudan, Sri Lanka, El Salvador, Laos and Cambodia were also selected for the scholarship. The students are currently enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs across 29 universities nationwide, including Seoul National University, Korea University, Ewha

Aug 21, 2026By Baek Byung-yeul
Global Elim Foundation awards scholarships to 32 international students

Sinchon's World Youth Festival aims to bring new spark to iconic university district

District authorities in western Seoul are launching an ambitious push to position Sinchon on the international stage, turning the streets of the student-centered area into an expansive, open-air space for the 2026 Sinchon World Youth Festival from Sept. 11 to Sept. 13. Organized by Seodaemun District Office and a central student planning committee, the three-day festival directly taps into the area's massive student population — including more than 12,000 foreign exchange students and 94,000 local undergraduates at nine higher education institutions. Building on last year’s event, which drew nearly half a million visitors, district leaders are handing creative control directly to participants rather than directly overseeing street entertainment. The dynamic lineup kicks off Friday with university cheer squads, color guards, student club performances and a headlining set by Korean indie rock legends Crying Nut. On Saturday, the pedestrian thoroughfare of Yonsei-ro will turn into an interactive arena hosting the "Sinchon SWYFT Sports Day," pairing 200 Korean and international youth f

Aug 20, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
Sinchon's World Youth Festival aims to bring new spark to iconic university district

Dragon boats take over Suyeong River as international regatta hits Busan

The rhythmic beat of wooden drums echoed along Busan’s Suyeong River on Thursday, as hundreds of paddlers took to the water, launching the 14th Korea Open Busan International Dragon Boat Race alongside the 17th Busan Mayor’s Cup Dragon Boat Race. Running through Aug. 24 at APEC Naru Park, the dual five-day regattas bring together roughly 850 elite paddlers and club athletes from around the globe and across Korea. Organized directly by the Busan Metropolitan Government and hosted by the Sea Scouts of Korea Busan Council, the high-energy event aims to showcase the city's vibrant aquatic assets while reinforcing its broader push to establish itself as a premier destination for international eco-tourism and marine leisure. Official racing action kicks off Friday morning following a grand opening ceremony that features the traditional Dotting the Dragon's Eye ceremonial ritual, in which painted eyes on the vessel's ornate dragon head are filled in to symbolically awaken the craft and wish paddlers safe passage across the water. The international lineup features 19 competitive teams and r

Aug 20, 2026By Jhoo Dong-chan
Dragon boats take over Suyeong River as international regatta hits Busan

Seoul transforms DDP into living digital canvas

This autumn, Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) will transform into a colossal, illuminated stage as Seoul merges the legacies of modern art icons Nam June Paik and Yoo Youngkuk with 18th-century Korean poetry, dynamic live music, and cutting-edge laser design. The Seoul Design Foundation said Thursday that Seoul Light DDP 2026 Fall will run from Sept. 3-13 under the theme “K-Original Light.” Each evening from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., the free public spectacle will turn DDP’s iconic 222-meter curved facade into an expansive digital canvas. At its core, the festival reimagines classic artistic expression through futuristic technology. A primary highlight, "The Break Point," draws inspiration from Paik’s pioneering video synthesizer experiments. By integrating real-time algorithmic rendering with live musical performances, the projected visuals dynamically morph in response to the sound waves echoing off the building. Meanwhile, Yoo’s "Finding the Mountain Within Me" translates the master painter's lifelong obsession with natural geometry into an evolving digital landscape contoured

Aug 20, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
Seoul transforms DDP into living digital canvas

Seoul invites residents to stroll under the stars along Han River

As summer loosens its grip on Seoul, the city is inviting residents to trade crowded streets for a cool evening by the Han River, where guided walks will showcase autumn sunsets and the city’s nighttime skyline. The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Thursday that its Han River Night Tour will begin Friday, Aug. 28, offering free evening walks led by professional guides. The program will run beginning at 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through Oct. 3, and follow the Banpo Moonlight Trail or Yeouido Starlight Trail. The Banpo route includes Seorae Island, Sebit Island and the Moonlight Rainbow Fountain on Banpo Bridge, where illuminated jets of water add another layer to the nighttime view. The Yeouido route takes visitors to Hangang Art Park, the Yeouido Han River Bus dock, Mulbit Stage and Mulbit Square, where underwater lighting creates a starry effect along the waterfront. The tours will also include hands-on activities, including a mood light-making session on the Banpo route and an evening walk with glowing LED balloons in Yeouido. Adults and families with children accompanied by a

Aug 20, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
Seoul invites residents to stroll under the stars along Han River

FEBC-Korea holds patriotic concerts to mark 70th anniversary

Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC)-Korea’s choir hosted its annual FEBC-Korea Children's Choir Patriotic Concert in Yeosu and Iksan, drawing a record audience of more than 10,000 people to mark the broadcaster's 70th anniversary. The event took place at Jinnam Sports Center Park in Yeosu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City, on Aug. 13 and Iksan Gymnasium in North Jeolla Province on Aug. 14, ahead of Aug. 15 Liberation Day, the Christian radio broadcaster said Thursday. The concert brought together around 700 children from 13 regional branches across the country. Through a mix of choral music, dance, acting and visual media, the young performers showcased Korea's history, the joy of liberation and a vision for peace and national unity. This year's event carried special weight as FEBC-Korea celebrates 70 years of radio broadcasting mission since its founding in 1956. The host cities were chosen for their historical significance. Yeosu holds the legacy of Adm. Yi Sun-sin (1545-1598) and Pastor Son Yang-won (1902-1950), while Iksan served as a center for independent movement and e

Aug 20, 2026By Baek Byung-yeul
FEBC-Korea holds patriotic concerts to mark 70th anniversary

Student architects reimagine classroom in Gwanghwamun Square

Twenty-five temporary architectural pavilions transformed the heart of Seoul this week as student designers unveiled physical installations reflecting on academic spaces, community and human connection, municipal authorities said Wednesday. The 15th Union of Architecture University Students (UAUS) Pavilion Exhibition opened Tuesday along the Nolimadang section of Gwanghwamun Square, featuring works created by aspiring architects from 25 universities across Korea. Running through Aug. 28, the outdoor showcase invites pedestrians to step inside compact, uniform 3.5-meter installations designed to explore how educational environments shape social behavior. Organized under the theme "U&US: Re-membering in School," this year’s exhibition challenges traditional views of academic facilities. Rather than treating campuses merely as functional spaces for instruction, student teams reimagined them as dynamic arenas where forced structures — such as rigid class schedules, fixed seating charts and grade levels — interact with spontaneous, self-directed social connections. Participating insti

Aug 19, 2026By Lee Kyung-min
Student architects reimagine classroom in Gwanghwamun Square
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