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Rural South Korean Towns See Tourism Boom Despite Population Decline

Rural South Korean Towns See Tourism Boom Despite Population Decline

SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In the quiet countryside of South Korea, a surprising trend is emerging. Towns like Gurye in South Jeolla Province, Yangyang in Gangwon Province, and Hadong in South Gyeongsang Province are experiencing a tourism renaissance, despite their dwindling official populations.  These rural communities, each with fewer registered residents than a single

Young Women on Jeju Island Embrace Single Life, Citing Economic Pressures

Young Women on Jeju Island Embrace Single Life, Citing Economic Pressures

JEJU, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – A new study reveals that nearly three-quarters of women in their 20s and 30s on South Korea’s Jeju Island view lifelong singlehood positively, highlighting shifting attitudes towards marriage among the younger generation.  The research, conducted by a group of Jeju Provincial Council members called “Happy Youth in Jeju,” surveyed 418

Summer Vacation Divides South Koreans, Survey Reveals

Summer Vacation Divides South Koreans, Survey Reveals

SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey conducted by KB Kookmin Card has shed light on South Koreans’ attitudes towards summer vacations, revealing a nation split on the necessity of travel.  The study, released on July 25, found that 56.6% of respondents believe “travel is necessary” during the summer break, while 43.4% feel it

South Korea to Launch Carbon Data Platform for Industrial Supply Chains by 2026

South Korea to Launch Carbon Data Platform for Industrial Supply Chains by 2026

SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a significant move to address climate change and bolster its export competitiveness, South Korea plans to establish a national industrial supply chain carbon data platform as early as 2026. This public-private initiative aims to facilitate the exchange of carbon data between companies linked through supply chains. The Ministry of

Samsung Galaxy Narrows Satisfaction Gap with Apple iPhone, Survey Finds

Samsung Galaxy Narrows Satisfaction Gap with Apple iPhone, Survey Finds

SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a recent survey, Samsung Galaxy users reported nearly identical satisfaction levels to those of Apple iPhone users, signaling a significant shift in the smartphone market dynamics.  According to a mobile communications survey conducted by Consumer Insight, a market research firm, the overall satisfaction score for Samsung’s Galaxy S series

Apple May End Sony’s Monopoly, Turn to Samsung for iPhone Camera Sensors

Apple May End Sony’s Monopoly, Turn to Samsung for iPhone Camera Sensors

SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – In a potential shake-up of its supply chain, Apple is expected to diversify its camera sensor suppliers, ending Sony’s long-standing monopoly in the iPhone’s imaging technology. According to noted Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of TF International Securities, Samsung Electronics could begin supplying image sensors for iPhones as early as 2026. 

Hyundai Motor Group Launches Archery Experience Event, Blending Mobility Technology with Olympic Sport

Hyundai Motor Group Launches Archery Experience Event, Blending Mobility Technology with Olympic Sport

SEOUL, Jul. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – “It’s simple. Hold the grip naturally, as if you’re holding an egg, and use your index, middle, and ring fingers to draw the bowstring,” instructed Oh Jin-hyek, a gold medalist from the 2012 London and 2020 Tokyo Olympics, as he demonstrated proper archery technique to participants at a unique event

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