SEOUL, Feb. 28 (Korea Bizwire) — The number of lost items reported in the Seoul subway system reached 152,540 in 2024, marking a 4% increase from the previous year, according to Seoul Metro’s latest report released on February 27. On average, 418 lost items were registered daily, meaning approximately one in every 61 subway passengers [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 28 (Korea Bizwire) — Feeling listless and uninterested in daily activities may not be a natural part of aging but rather a sign of depression that requires prompt medical attention, medical experts say. Depression in older adults shares many diagnostic criteria with other age groups, including persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest in [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 28 (Korea Bizwire) — Reversing vehicles account for 14% of all pedestrian traffic accidents in South Korea, according to a new study that highlights the need for a greater adoption of advanced safety features. The Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance Traffic Safety Research Institute analyzed traffic accident data from 2019 to 2023, revealing that [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 28 (Korea Bizwire) — Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics have demonstrated their design prowess at the iF Design Award 2025, one of the world’s top three design competitions, with Samsung securing 75 awards and LG earning 29 distinctions across multiple categories. Samsung’s OLED TV (model S95C) and the Galaxy Z Flip5 Maison Margiela Edition [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 28 (Korea Bizwire) — The South Korean Ministry of Science and ICT announced on February 27 that it will select contractors next month for a pilot project to implement post-quantum cryptography (PQC), laying the groundwork for transitioning the nation’s cryptographic systems to prepare for the quantum computing era. Post-quantum cryptography relies on complex mathematical [...]
CHICAGO, Feb. 27, 2025 (Korea Bizwire) — Amlan® International, a global leader in mineral-based animal health solutions, will exhibit at VIV Asia 2025, taking place March 12–14 at IMPACT in Bangkok, Thailand. This premier industry event will welcome over 47,000 attendees and 200 expert speakers from across the animal protein production sector. At booth 2-2842, [...]
The milestone delivery took place with customer JM Family Entreprises, who received the ceremonial key to their aircraft at Bombardier’s Challenger delivery centre More than 700 Bombardier employees and invitees gathered to celebrate this milestone, emphasizing the exceptional talent and expertise that contributed to the historic success of Bombardier’s line of super-midsize aircraft The Challenger 3500 aircraft continues to [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 27 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea’s birthrate and total fertility rate experienced a rare uptick in 2024, driven by an increase in the population of women in their early 30s. However, experts warn that this trend may be short-lived as broader demographic declines continue. According to the latest government data, approximately 238,000 babies [...]
LAS VEGAS, Feb. 26 (Korea Bizwire) — At the 2025 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), global appliance manufacturers unveiled their latest innovations, blending cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) with traditional design elements. While outward appearances suggested minimal changes, the underlying technology signaled a significant leap in smart home evolution. As North America’s largest kitchen and [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 27 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean pharmaceutical and biotech companies are rapidly expanding their presence in the Middle Eastern market, capitalizing on the region’s growing healthcare demands and high-income population. Daewoong Pharmaceutical recently launched its botulinum toxin product, Nabota, in Saudi Arabia, a market known for its stringent entry barriers for such products. The company [...]