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Sun, February 28, 2021 | 21:30
New virus cases at 15-day high as extended Lunar New Year holiday kicks off
New virus cases at 15-day high as extended Lunar New Year holiday kicks off
South Korea's daily virus cases bounced back above 500 Thursday, putting authorities on heightened alert over a potential surge in infections during the extended Lunar New Year holiday.
2021-02-11 10:16
  • Road traffic slows over Lunar New Year migration despite COVID-19
COVID-19 drives down food poisoning cases to record low
COVID-19 drives down food poisoning cases to record low
The number of food poisoning cases in Korea dropped to a record low in 2020, due mainly to enhanced personal hygiene rules and the restricted operation of mass dining facilities spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety. The Ministry released a report recently on the country's food poisoning cases from last year. A total of 178 cases ...
2021-02-11 08:08
Korea OKs use of AstraZeneca vaccine for all adults
Korea OKs use of AstraZeneca vaccine for all adults
The government has decided to allow the use of the COVID-19 vaccine made by AstraZeneca for all adults despite lingering concerns over its efficacy and safety especially for the elderly, the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety said Wednesday. The decision is contrary to that made by a dozen other countries which have either not approved the use of the vaccine from the British-Sw...
Bahk Eun-ji | 2021-02-10 16:18
Korea approves AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine for people aged 65 and older
Korea approves AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine for people aged 65 and older
South Korea's drug safety agency on Wednesday approved the vaccine for the novel coronavirus by AstraZeneca for all adults, including those aged 65 and older, amid efficacy controversies. The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety approved the use of the vaccine developed by the British-Swedish pharmaceutical giant and Oxford University following a final review meeting.
2021-02-10 14:17
Virus dampens homebound travel on Lunar New Year
Virus dampens homebound travel on Lunar New Year
The coronavirus pandemic put a damper on travel this Lunar New Year, with fewer people flocking to train stations and airports for the annual visit home. At 8:30 a.m., people dressed in long padded coats waited for their trains at Seoul Station, some carrying traditional gifts such as fruits and beef, and others sipping on coffee or looking at their phones.
2021-02-10 13:44
  • On way to grandmother for Lunar New Year holiday [PHOTOS]
Lunar New Year to be critical juncture for pandemic battle: PM
Lunar New Year to be critical juncture for pandemic battle: PM
Prime Minister Chung Sye-kyun said Wednesday that how the nation deals with the pandemic during this week's Lunar New Year holiday will be crucial in the outcome of South Korea's grueling battle against the third COVID-19 wave. "The Lunar New Year holiday which begins tomorrow is an important crossroad for the trajectory of the COVID-19 (pandemic). The most critical-to-date t...
2021-02-10 10:56
  • New virus cases at 6-day high ahead of Lunar New Year holiday
New virus cases at 6-day high ahead of Lunar New Year holiday
New virus cases at 6-day high ahead of Lunar New Year holiday
South Korea reported a spike in daily coronavirus cases Wednesday as clusters of infections continued to emerge, with health authorities urging people to avoid family gatherings during the Lunar New Year holiday. The country added 444 more COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, including 414 local infections, raising the total caseload to 81,930, the Korea Disease Control and P...
2021-02-10 09:51
  • On way to grandmother for Lunar New Year holiday [PHOTOS]
  • Lunar New Year to be critical juncture for pandemic battle: PM
Gov't prepares to prevent wildlife-borne diseases ahead of Lunar New Year holiday
Gov't prepares to prevent wildlife-borne diseases ahead of Lunar New Year holiday
The authorities are rushing to prevent the spread of animal-borne diseases ahead of the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, with workers carrying out fumigation and repairs around pig and poultry farms in preparation for the increased movement of people visiting family members in different parts of the country.
Ko Dong-hwan | 2021-02-09 16:51
65% of transgender people experience discrimination
65% of transgender people experience discrimination
Sixty-five percent of transgender people in Korea have experienced discrimination and harassment over the past year, according to a survey released by the National Human Rights Commission of Korea (NHRCK), Tuesday. The state-run human rights watchdog said 591 transgender individuals aged 19 and older participated in the online survey.
Jun Ji-hye | 2021-02-09 16:45
Jeju raises alarm over 'excessive' tourists during holiday
Jeju raises alarm over 'excessive' tourists during holiday
More than 100,000 people are expected to travel to the southern resort of Jeju Island during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, angering many who followed the advice of the health authorities and refrained from visiting their families and relatives amid the COVID-19 pandemic. This is raising concern among officials and residents of Jeju as the visitors may bring the coronav...
Jun Ji-hye | 2021-02-09 16:44
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