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Wed, December 19, 2018 | 16:14

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Mother might have killed daughter: Jeju police

A mother might have killed her three-year-old daughter before committing suicide on Jeju Island, police said Tuesday. According to the Jeju Provincial Police Agency, the mother and daughter took a taxi to an area near a beach on northern Jeju about 2:30 a.m. Friday. The girl was found dead at the beach on Sunday. Police are searching for the mother.

Seoul & provinces | 2018-11-06 15:53

Sky turns gray as ultrafine dust blankets Korea [PHOTOS]

Air quality was “bad” in many parts of the country, the National Institute of Environmental Research (NIER) said. But it didn't fall to the level of issuing a fine dust advisory. It encouraged people to wear dust masks while outdoors.

Seoul & provinces | 2018-11-06 13:25

Seoul's autumn night embroidered with hundreds of lanterns

Seoul Lantern Festival, one of the iconic events in the capital city, has returned to light up Cheonggye Stream and its surroundings with themed lanterns and lighted displays. The 10th edition of the annual event began its 17-day run, Nov. 2, under the theme of “Seoul Dream, Following Light.”

Seoul & provinces | 2018-11-05 16:21

High school girl saves stroke victim

A 17-year-old high school student living in Gwangju has recently been in the spotlight for saving a stroke victim in his 50s.

Seoul & provinces | 2018-11-05 15:56

Girl, man found dead on Jeju

A girl and a man have been found dead on Jeju Island, police said Sunday. According to the Jeju Coast Guard, police found the body of a man, 56, later identified as a Seoul resident whose surname is Jeon, floating in the water near the Port of Jeju around 12:55 p.m.

Seoul & provinces | 2018-11-05 13:37

Mother might have killed daughter: Jeju police

Seocho-gu chief honored for female-friendly policies

Cho Eun-hee, the chief of the Seocho-gu Office, has been selected as the best local government head, according to the Korean National Council of Women, Friday. Specifically, the second-term district office head was honored for her efforts to push ahead with policies designed to improve women's quality of life.

Seoul & provinces | 2018-11-02 19:02

Mickey Mouse coming to Seoul

Walt Disney's most iconic cartoon character Mickey Mouse will make his first visit to Seoul later this month to collaborate on various brand promotional campaigns with the capital.

Seoul & provinces | 2018-11-01 10:57

Korean Air unveils new ways to utilize SKYPASS mileage

Korean Air, the country's largest flagship carrier, is offering new ways to utilize SKYPASS mileage by introducing diverse travel packages and upgrades as some of the unused mileage could expire starting next year.

Seoul & provinces | 2018-10-31 16:05

Aviation leaders' meeting

Incheon International Airport Corp. (IIAC) CEO Chung Il-young, front row center, poses for a photo with aviation experts from around the world during the 3rd World Aviation Conference at Incheon Paradise City, Wednesday. Over 1,000 aviation experts from 70 countries will discuss future growth engines in the industry during the three-day conference hosted by the IIAC from Tues...

Seoul & provinces | 2018-10-31 15:14

Jongno: the affordable playground for old men in Seoul

Apart from its accessible locations near Exit 5 of Jongno 3-ga Station, which is crisscrossed by three subway lines, the area is perfectly furbished for old men stuck in retirement. Affordable food and beer establishments line the road, punctuated by dodgy Oriental medicine stalls and 200 won coffee machines that distract passersby.

Seoul & provinces | 2018-10-31 14:20

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