BUSAN, Aug. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – What if explosive matter was mounted on a drone? A drill preparing for this kind of situation has taken place at Gimhae Airport near Busan. The virtual terror act occurred in the guest parking lot, which is used for hosting events. The joint investigation team searched the site, and [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 20 (Korea Bizwire) - After a red tide bloom in the South Sea, green tides are occurring inland, creating anxiety. A green tide warning was issued to areas around Paldang Lake on August 19. The green tide bloom this year is thought to be the result of the small amount of rainfall and [...]
“Unfortunately, we are living in a world where every big event, be it sport or otherwise, has challenges with regard to security. We have full confidence in the authorities of (South) Korea who are responsible for their security and security risks from North Korea may not affect the 2018 Winter Olympic Games. IOC will ensure [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – Watergun festivals are creating a buzz all over the country as a multitude of such events were held during the summer. The Sinchon Watergun Festival took place at Yeonseiro on July 25 and 26. It was the third year of the event. Sinchon was in chaos for two days. [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – A festival where five different types of new Pansori will be presented is scheduled to open next month. It will be the first Korean traditional musical festival hosted by Pansori Factory Floor Sound, and will open at the Dream Forest Arts Center from September 17 to October 4. The new [...]
“Even if the United States marks up its key interest rate, such a move will not automatically lead to South Korea taking similar measures. The Bank of Korea is expected to make its decision on rates based on various developments.” “The government is keeping a close watch on the situation as a rise in the [...]
“Korea has a strong economic strength, and many fine customers, which makes it a very important market to SC Group. We are completely committed to Korea. We never thought of selling the Korea SC Bank, as we have a good brand here.” - Bill Winters, CEO of SC Group SEOUL, Aug. 18 (Korea Bizwire) – [...]
BORYEONG, Aug. 18 (Korea Bizwire) – A new incarnation of the Boryeong Mud Festival will open in Spain on August 24. According to Boryeong, the ‘Little Boryeong Mud Festival’ will take place at the City Hall Square of Bunol, Valencia. The event is linked with ‘La Tomatina‘, a tomato festival that opens on August 26. [...]
ULSAN, Aug. 18 (Korea Bizwire) – The local government of Ulsan is looking into employing unmanned aircraft to help find whales for whale-watching tours. Since drones can have difficulty operating in high winds, the city is considering the use of unmanned helicopters. The unmanned helicopters or drones will survey the sea first, and once whales are discovered, [...]
SEOUL, Aug. 17 (Korea Bizwire) – SK Energy announced that they would launch a promotional event dubbed ’3,000 Point Privilege’ until October 15. With 3,000 OK Cashbag points, consumers can choose between a drilling ship toy or a bodywash & toothpaste set. Anyone who fills their tank at an SK gas station for an amount over [...]