SEOUL, Mar. 18 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent study has shed light on the varying perceptions of occupational prestige across different countries, with lawmakers being held in high regard in Korea, China, and Japan, while firefighters are esteemed in the U.S. and Germany. The research, conducted by the Korea Research Institute for Vocational Education and Training [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 18 (Korea Bizwire) – South Korea is set to significantly expand a program that allows residents to safely dispose of expired or unwanted medication simply by dropping it into a mailbox, reducing environmental hazards from improper disposal. According to the Ministry of Environment, as many as 43 municipal governments across the country could adopt [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – In a revealing study on South Korea’s labor market dynamics and their impact on family planning, researchers have pointed to a stark disparity in birth rates between contract (irregular workers not covered by major insurance) and full-time corporate employees. The findings suggest that the fertility rate among women in [...]
ULSAN March 16 (Korea Bizwire) – From March 20 to 24, the city of Ulsan, in collaboration with the Taehwa River Ecotourism Council, is set to introduce a unique sparrow-watching bus tour, marking an inventive initiative to commemorate World Sparrow Day and reacquaint city dwellers with these ubiquitous birds. Designed to shed light on the [...]
ULSAN, Mar. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – The Ulsan Port Authority celebrated the completion of the ‘North New Port Liquid Terminal’ in Hwangseong-dong, Nam-gu, at the North Port of Ulsan on March 15. The new facility, boasting a 300-meter quay wall, a 440-meter sheltered harbor, and a 12,600 square meter port hinterland, represents a significant enhancement [...]
JEJU, Mar. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – Kakao Mobility, in collaboration with the startup RideFlux and the Jeju Free International City Development Center (JDC), announced on March 15 the launch of an autonomous driving service named ‘NEMO ride’ around a high-tech complex on Jeju Island. Designed to alleviate transportation challenges in areas known for heavy traffic congestion [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – In the heart of Seoul, the world’s foremost and largest gathering of digital influencers, Seoul Con 2023, has revealed a fascinating insight: when thinking of Seoul, ‘Beauty and Fashion’ dominate the imaginations of international influencers. This revelation comes from a comprehensive survey conducted by the Seoul Business Agency (SBA), which [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – Samsung Electronics announced the launch of its new Bespoke refrigerator models on March 14, featuring improved energy-saving capabilities powered by artificial intelligence (AI). The 2024 Bespoke refrigerator series incorporates a next-generation digital compressor and an AI Energy Mode across all models, designed to reduce power consumption. The next-generation digital compressor [...]
SEOUL, Mar. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – Hyundai Motor Company revealed the design of its inaugural electric commercial vehicle platform, named ‘ST1′, on March 14. This versatile business platform, based on a chassis cab (the vehicle’s frame and passenger compartment), is designed to be adaptable for various uses. The name ‘ST1′ stands for ‘Service Type 1′, indicating [...]
JINDO, Mar. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – The 44th Jindo Miracle Sea Road Festival, held under the theme “The Beginning of Spring, at the Enigmatic Sea,” concluded successfully, attracting tens of thousands of visitors. Designated as an honorary cultural tourism festival by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the event took place from March 11 to [...]