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Hyundai Launches ‘I’M DOgNOR’ Campaign to Promote Dog Blood Donation Culture

Hyundai Launches ‘I’M DOgNOR’ Campaign to Promote Dog Blood Donation Culture

SEOUL, Sept. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – Hyundai Motor Co. has announced a new campaign called “2023 I’M DOgNOR” with the aim of encouraging a culture of dog blood donation for dogs. The name DOgNOR comes from combining the words “dog” and “donor.” Currently, over 90% of the blood used for dog transfusions in Korea comes [...]

Korean Hanbok Fashion Show Celebrates Cultural Connections in Bulgaria

Korean Hanbok Fashion Show Celebrates Cultural Connections in Bulgaria

SEOUL, Sept. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – On September 20th, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Bulgaria hosted a captivating hanbok fashion show at Sofia’s Central Military Club, the capital of Bulgaria, to celebrate and showcase the rich tapestry of traditional Korean culture. The runway finale was set to the soundtrack of Korea’s UNESCO [...]

23rd Hansung Baekje Cultural Festival Celebrates the Power of Korean Culture

23rd Hansung Baekje Cultural Festival Celebrates the Power of Korean Culture

SEOUL, Sept. 23 (Korea Bizwire) –The Hansung Baekje Cultural Festival is happening at Peace Plaza in Olympic Park in Songpa-gu, starting on Friday and lasting for three days. Baekje was one of the ancient states of Korea, and it was part of the Three Kingdoms period along with Goguryeo and Silla. They all had their [...]

Discover the Delights of Gunsan: The Holy Land of Jjamppong

Discover the Delights of Gunsan: The Holy Land of Jjamppong

GUNSAN, Sept. 20 (Korea Bizwire) –Gunsan, located in Jeollabuk-do, is a coastal city known for its delicious seafood all year round. While it offers a wide variety of fish, its standout dish is jjamppong. They call Gunsan the “Holy Land of Jjamppong.” They’ve just announced the third annual Gunsan Jjamppong Festival, happening from October 7 [...]

Yeongyang Pepper H.O.T Festival: A Spicy Celebration in the Heart of Seoul!

Yeongyang Pepper H.O.T Festival: A Spicy Celebration in the Heart of Seoul!

SEOUL & YEONGYANG, Sept. 18 (Korea Bizwire) – The Yeongyang Pepper H.O.T Festival, a festival celebrating chili peppers in Yeongyang County, is happening for three days starting on September 18 at Seoul Plaza. The festival’s motto is “Yeongyang Pepper is Always Right!” This festival began back in 2007 at Seoul Plaza, solely dedicated to chili [...]

Seolipul Festival 2023: Hit the Streets with Giant Chalk Art Extravaganza

Seolipul Festival 2023: Hit the Streets with Giant Chalk Art Extravaganza

SEOUL, Sept. 16 (Korea Bizwire) — The 2023 Seolipul Festival, the biggest music festival in Seoul’s 25 “gu” districts, is happening for the first time in four years. The Seolipul Festival 2023, or SRPF 2023 for short. is taking place in Seocho-gu, the area where the Seoul Arts Center is located. t’s going down on [...]

Dragon-Like Waterspouts Soar Above Ulleung Sea in Mesocyclone Phenomenon

Dragon-Like Waterspouts Soar Above Ulleung Sea in Mesocyclone Phenomenon

ULLEUNG, Sept. 13 (Korea Bizwire) —“Dragons Up to the Sky” Waterspouts Phenomenon, named for its resemblance to a dragon soaring into the sky, was observed in the sea near Ulleung, Gyeongbuk, on Wednesday. Similar to tornadoes, which are common in North America, the tall waterspout phenomenon is also known as a mesocyclone. It is said [...]

Rescued ‘Rib Lion’ Thriving in New Home at Cheongju Zoo

Rescued ‘Rib Lion’ Thriving in New Home at Cheongju Zoo

CHEONGJU, Sept. 12 (Korea Bizwire) — Barami, a male lion who earned the unfortunate nickname “rib lion” due to his skinny body that showed his ribs, is thriving in his new home at Cheongju Zoo. On September 12, Cheongju Zoo announced that 19-year-old Barami is adjusting well to his improved surroundings. He’s getting along with two [...]

Eight Korean Temples to Bestow Treasured Status on Four Heavenly Kings Statues

Eight Korean Temples to Bestow Treasured Status on Four Heavenly Kings Statues

SEOUL, Sept. 7 (Korea Bizwire) —At the entrance of the temple, the Four Heavenly Kings Statue assumes the role of a guardian, dedicated to safeguarding the Buddha’s teachings and the sacred realm of Buddhism, making it a cherished treasure. The Cultural Heritage Administration made an announcement on Thursday outlining its intentions to officially designate the [...]