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Mon, June 5, 2023 | 06:31

Cheong Wa Dae holds exhibition to celebrate 1st anniversary of public opening

Cheong Wa Dae holds exhibition to celebrate 1st anniversary of public opening

A special exhibition that brings visitors closer to all the presidents of Korea and their eras will be held at Cheong Wa Dae, the former presidential office and residence, to celebrate its first anniversary of being open to the public.

2023-06-01 16:35

Garden inspired by Mount Jiri wins gold at Chelsea Flower Show

Garden inspired by Mount Jiri wins gold at Chelsea Flower Show

A garden inspired by the landscape and ecosystem of Mount Jiri, Korea's largest national park, won a gold medal in the Chelsea Flower Show in London.

2023-05-25 17:06

Yoido Full Gospel Church celebrates 65th anniversary

Yoido Full Gospel Church celebrates 65th anniversary

As part of activities marking its 65th anniversary, Yoido Full Gospel Church expressed commitment to expand support for the needs of underprivileged people in society.

2023-05-18 16:29

Men's widening income gap new clue behind Korea's declining birthrate

Men's widening income gap new clue behind Korea's declining birthrate

How confident a working male in Korea is with his wallet or bank account happens to be a clear boost to their decision to score wedlock, a recent study by a state-run researcher found. In other words, those lacking financial security are more likely to see themselves as better off staying single - directly resulting in lowered chances for people to meet, get married and have ...

2023-05-15 08:41

From J-pop to animated films, Japanese culture catches on in Korea

From J-pop to animated films, Japanese culture catches on in Korea

Japan has long been a close but distant neighbor to Korea. The two countries are geographically close, but their relationship is full of twists such as the unresolved legacies of Japan's forced colonial rule of Korea in 1910-45.

2023-05-11 09:47

Cultural Heritage Administration unveils next plans after introducing free entry at temples

Cultural Heritage Administration unveils next plans after introducing free entry at temples

The Cultural Heritage Administration (CHA) said it will closely monitor visitor counts after the government introduced free entry for 65 Buddhist temples nationwide.

2023-05-10 08:25

Spreading makgeolli spirit in US

Spreading makgeolli spirit in US

NEW YORK - Aiming to globalize Korean beverages, it is Carol Pak's sixth year leading the company Sool, a global wholesaler of premium Korean alcoholic beverage brands. Based in New York, Sool has introduced innovative beverages such as Makku and Soku to a diverse audience, selling more than 2.4 million cans since launching in 2019.

2023-05-09 08:42

Virtual company Neet People helps young adults find identity and community

Virtual company Neet People helps young adults find identity and community

Working without a salary in positions without a specific job description, with employers being interviewed by potential employees - all this might sound very confusing and seem like nonsense.

2023-04-27 15:15

Joseon-era ritual stage in front of Gwanghwamun to be restored by October

Joseon-era ritual stage in front of Gwanghwamun to be restored by October

The Joseon-era ritual stage in front of Gwanghwamun, which was damaged during the 1910-45 Japanese colonial period, will be restored by this October, the Cultural Heritage Administration (CHA) said on Tuesday.

2023-04-25 16:42

[INTERVIEW] Man's mission to keep Jeju Island's 'doldam' stone wall tradition alive

INTERVIEWMan's mission to keep Jeju Island's 'doldam' stone wall tradition alive

JEJU ISLAND - Jeju Island goes by a handful of monikers, the most prominent of which, although somewhat well-worn, is “samdado,” or the island of three types of abundance: women, stones and wind.

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