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Restoration of Silla Princess’s Tomb Offers a Window to the Past

Restoration of Silla Princess’s Tomb Offers a Window to the Past

SEOUL, Nov. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – A project to reconstruct Silla Ancient Tomb No. 44 at Jjoksaem in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, linked to a Silla princess who passed away 1,500 years ago, is set to commence. The Gyeongju National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage announced on Wednesday that it will hold an explanatory briefing on [...]

Sinan-gun’s ‘Jaeun-do, the Island of Piano’ Viral Video Strikes a Chord with Over 3.67 Million Views on YouTube

Sinan-gun’s ‘Jaeun-do, the Island of Piano’ Viral Video Strikes a Chord with Over 3.67 Million Views on YouTube

SINAN, Nov. 23 (Korea Bizwire) – Sinan-gun, a county in Jeollanam-do that proudly identifies itself as an “island of art” and “island of culture,” announced on Wednesday that its independently produced video titled “Jaeun-do, the Island of Piano” has amassed over 3.67 million views on YouTube. Situated in the southwesternmost region of South Korea, Sinan-gun [...]

Rising Tide of Financial Priorities: Teens Favor Income Over Interests in Career Choices

Rising Tide of Financial Priorities: Teens Favor Income Over Interests in Career Choices

SEJONG, Nov. 20 (Korea Bizwire) – More than one-third of South Korean teenagers say that income is their foremost consideration when selecting a career. Over the last decade, the significance of income as a decisive factor in job selection has consistently risen, surpassing both aptitudes and interests. This shift has resulted in a pronounced inclination towards [...]

League of Legends World Championship Finals in Seoul: T1 Triumphs in Spectacular Showdown, Setting Records and Cementing Esports Legacy

League of Legends World Championship Finals in Seoul: T1 Triumphs in Spectacular Showdown, Setting Records and Cementing Esports Legacy

SEOUL, Nov. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – The Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul, South Korea, brimmed with excitement from early afternoon on November 19th for the culmination of the League of Legends World Championship, the globe’s premier esports event. The 18,000-seat arena filled rapidly, while Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul mirrored the fervor. Despite the biting winds, [...]

Harmonizing Cultures: Inaugural K-Drama OST Concert Captivates Hong Kong with a Fusion of Hallyu and Local Melodies

Harmonizing Cultures: Inaugural K-Drama OST Concert Captivates Hong Kong with a Fusion of Hallyu and Local Melodies

HONGKONG, Nov. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – The inaugural “K-Drama OST Concert,” showcasing the soundtracks of beloved Hallyu dramas, made its international debut in Hong Kong last Saturday, captivating Hallyu enthusiasts in the region. Presented by the Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong and generously sponsored by the Hong Kong government, the event unfolded at the [...]

Survey Reveals Over Half of Companies Falsely Touting New Ventures; Regulatory Scrutiny Intensifies

Survey Reveals Over Half of Companies Falsely Touting New Ventures; Regulatory Scrutiny Intensifies

SEOUL, Nov. 19 (Korea Bizwire) – A survey reveals that over half of the companies listed as intending to venture into new businesses such as secondary batteries and artificial intelligence (AI) had no track record of actually promoting such initiatives. The Financial Supervisory Service (FSS) released a report on Sunday titled ‘Follow-up on the Results [...]

Roe Deer Gracefully Navigate Snowy Meadows around Jeju’s Halla Mountain

Roe Deer Gracefully Navigate Snowy Meadows around Jeju’s Halla Mountain

JEJU, Nov. 16 (Korea Bizwire) – The population of Jeju roe deer, which fell below 4,000 during a period of halted hunting, is gradually on the rise. However, it still falls significantly short of the recommended population target of 6,100. Even after the cessation of hunting, the population has struggled to rebound to optimal levels [...]

Sacheon Ocean Cable Car Designated as One of Korea’s 100 ‘Bambamgokgok’

Sacheon Ocean Cable Car Designated as One of Korea’s 100 ‘Bambamgokgok’

SACHEON, Nov. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – The city of Sacheon in South Gyeongsang Province announced on Tuesday that the Sacheon Ocean Cable Car has been designated as one of Korea’s 100 ‘Bambamgokgok’ by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism and the Korea Tourism Organization.  ‘Korea Bambamgokgok’ is a brand-new night tourism brand developed this year [...]

After More than a Century, Gyeongbokgung’s Gyejodang Hall Reopens to the Public

After More than a Century, Gyeongbokgung’s Gyejodang Hall Reopens to the Public

SEOUL, Nov. 15 (Korea Bizwire) – Gyejodang Hall at Gyeongbokgung, historically utilized as the office of crown princes during the Joseon Dynasty and symbolizing the authenticity of the royal family, is set to open its doors, extending a warm welcome to visitors. On Tuesday, the Royal Palaces and Tombs Heritage Headquarters of the Korea Cultural Heritage [...]