SEOUL, Nov. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – A Seoul appellate court has ruled that the city’s decision to ban in-person religious services during the COVID-19 pandemic was lawful, overturning a lower court’s verdict in favor of local churches challenging the restrictions. The Seoul High Court’s Administrative Division 10-3 emphasized the need to balance religious freedom with public [...]
ULSAN, Nov. 23 (Korea Bizwire) –South Korea’s national archery team achieved a historic sweep at the 2024 Paris Olympics, claiming gold in all five events—a testament to the country’s dominance in the sport. This unparalleled success has reignited discussions on why South Korea excels in archery, with experts pointing to both cultural heritage and systematic [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – Smoking and drinking among South Korean adolescents have dropped to one-third of their levels from two decades ago, according to a new report. However, concerning trends in mental health and dietary habits, including a sharp rise in skipped breakfasts, highlight the need for greater focus on youth well-being. The Korea [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – On “Kimchi Day,” celebrated on November 22, Professor Seo Kyung-duk of Sungshin Women’s University criticized some Chinese social media users for promoting kimchi as their own cultural heritage, labeling the activity as “cultural theft.” In a social media post, Seo revealed he had reviewed numerous videos on Chinese platforms tagged [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – The Yongsan District Office has unveiled a new digital photo booth where visitors can capture their life’s significant moments, from weddings to childbirth, marking a modern upgrade to the traditional government office experience. The “Yongsan Happiness Photo Zone,” which opened on November 18, features a dedicated digital photo booth installed [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – Lotte Department Store announced the launch of its European-style Christmas Market, running from November 20 to January 5 at the Lotte World Mall’s Lawn Plaza in Jamsil, Seoul. This year’s market, themed “Wonderful Showtime,” represents the largest iteration to date, featuring collaboration with luxury brand Chanel and integration with an [...]
MEXICO CITY, Nov. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – A Korean food festival held in San José, Costa Rica, drew significant attention, attracting over 20,000 attendees to celebrate the rich flavors and cultural heritage of Korea. The 3rd Korean Gastronomic Festival (K-Festival Gastronomico) took place on November 16-17 at San José’s National Park, bringing a vibrant showcase of [...]
DONGDUCHEON, Nov. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – A derelict apartment complex that stood as a stark reminder of U.S. military presence for over two decades is getting a new lease on life as a cultural center in Dongducheon, a city north of Seoul. The city announced on November 19 that it will open a new Multi-Cultural Community [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – In a novel approach to corporate social responsibility, a South Korean advertising agency is breathing new life into a community bathhouse, transforming it into what is being called “the world’s safest bathhouse” for elderly residents. Innocean, a marketing communications company led by CEO Lee Yongwoo, is undertaking a complete renovation [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – In an innovative approach to tackle coffee capsule waste, South Korea’s postal service is transforming its nationwide network into a recycling infrastructure for used coffee capsules. Korea Post announced on November 18 that it has launched a nationwide collection program for used coffee capsules, following a July partnership agreement with [...]