HONGSEONG, Feb. 27 (Korea Bizwire) – South Chungcheong Province announced on February 26 that the Seosan Cheonsu Bay Bike Path has been recognized as one of the “Recommended Places to Visit in March” by the Korea Tourism Organization. Nestled in a region celebrated for its lush natural landscapes, the Cheonsu Bay Bike Path offers an ideal [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 26 (Korea Bizwire) – The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced on February 25 that it is seeking participants for its “Home Parking Lot” project, an initiative aimed at addressing the parking shortage in residential areas by converting unused spaces, such as vacant lots, into parking lots. This project, initially introduced in 2004 under the name [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent study has revealed that a higher resting heart rate is associated with an increased risk of developing diabetes, a chronic condition. The Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency reported that the National Institute of Health used data from 8,313 participants aged 40 and above, who took part in [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 22 (Korea Bizwire) – In anticipation of Jeongwol Daeboreum (the 15th day of the first lunar month), Songpa District conducted an environmentally friendly and safe jwibulnori (rat fire play) experience on February 20 at Mulbit Square in Seoul, utilizing PET bottles and LED lights. Traditionally held on the eve of Jeongwol Daeboreum, jwibulnori participants [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent study by the Korean Society for the Study of Obesity reveals that 2 in 5 adults in South Korea fall into the obese category, with the prevalence of extreme obesity nearly tripling over the past 10 years. The study, utilizing data from the National Health Insurance Service and [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent study conducted by the National Institute of Health has revealed that more than half of South Korea’s teenagers and young adults have folic acid levels below the recommended threshold, raising health concerns. Folic acid, a water-soluble vitamin crucial for cell growth and division, is particularly important for the [...]
INCHEON, Feb. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – The city of Incheon is taking a significant step towards fostering a mature pet culture by completing the installation of a Smart Pet Waste Management System in 11 parks, including Mujugol Park, with a total of 13 devices comprising waste bag dispensers and collection bins. The innovative system, accessible through [...]
GANGNEUNG, Feb. 21 (Korea Bizwire) – Despite a decline in squid fishing, traditionally a key species in the East Sea, catches of herring, pufferfish, and red crab have significantly increased, revealing a mixed picture of the region’s fishing industry. According to data released by Gangwon Province, as of February 20, this year’s total catch stood at [...]
NAMWON, Feb. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – The harvest season for gorosoe sap, a traditional Korean health drink known for its beneficial properties, has commenced in the Baemsagol area of the municipality of Namwon, North Jeolla Province, a primary production region. Despite the start of the season, local farmers are facing concerns over potential decreases in production [...]
SEOUL, Feb. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – A recent survey conducted by data consulting firm PMI has found that six out of 10 unmarried Korean individuals in their 20s and 30s have no experience in dating, identifying them as lifelong singles. The survey polled 1,174 unmarried men and women aged between 20 and 59 across the country [...]