SEOUL, Nov. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – The number of foreign residents in South Korea has hit a record high at nearly 2.26 million, with foreign students increasing by 21 percent year-on-year to fuel the jump, the interior ministry said Wednesday. As of Nov. 1, 2022, the number of foreign residents had stood at around 2.258 [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 8 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey has revealed that over 70 percent of Korean adults have expressed intent to make financial investments for the pursuit of ‘Godsaeng,’ a term coined to represent a diligent and exemplary life. ‘Godsaeng’ is a neologism formed by combining ‘God’ and ‘saeng’ (meaning ‘life’ in Korean) and signifies [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – In Seoul’s affluent Gangnam district, historically known for its high real estate prices, an increasing number of homemakers are now on the lookout for what’s colloquially known as “economical imperfect produce.” Imperfect produce refers to items that may not meet the conventional standards for shape or size but boast excellent [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – On Wednesday, Hyundai Motor unveiled a promotional campaign video titled “Pixel by Pixel” to showcase “Pixel Design,” a fundamental element of its electric vehicle design philosophy. The video made its debut on Hyundai’s global YouTube channel and was distributed through digital channels in ten prominent international markets, including the United [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – Samsung Electronics’ “Benz Phone” (SGH-E700), a mobile device that gained global popularity two decades ago, has recently regained attention. The Galaxy Z Flip 5 Retro, a limited-edition foldable smartphone that reimagines the Benz Phone, has become a trending topic. The Benz Phone, featuring a built-in antenna for enhanced portability, was [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 1 (Korea Bizwire) – Kimchi exports from South Korea are experiencing a significant surge this year, poised to potentially reach a historic peak, according to industry observers. The appeal of kimchi is growing in the United States and Europe, driven by its reputation as a “healthy” and “vegan” food, aligning with the global Hallyu [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 31 (Korea Bizwire) – The percentage of high-risk drinkers, who consume a significant amount of liquor more than twice a week, has decreased among men but increased among women. High-risk drinking is now particularly prevalent among men in their 50s and women in their 30s. On Monday, the Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 30 (Korea Bizwire) – The number of foreign visitors to South Korea stayed above 1 million for the third consecutive month in September, data showed Monday. Last month, around 1.1 million foreign nationals came to Korea, up 225.2 percent from a year ago, according to the data by the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO). [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 30 (Korea Bizwire) – A survey has revealed that workers tend to perceive working from home as less efficient as they advance in rank within a company. However, those in high-ranking positions who have experience with remote work expressed a higher level of satisfaction with it. On Sunday, the civic organization Jikjang Gapjil 119 [...]
SEOUL, Oct. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – A novel from acclaimed South Korean novelist Han Kang is a finalist in foreign-language categories of two prestigious French literary awards, the book’s Korean publisher said Saturday. According to Munhakdongne, “I Do Not Bid Farewell” was shortlisted for the Prix Femina for foreign literature and the Prix Medicis for [...]