SEOUL, Dec. 16 (Korea Bizwire) — Following the introduction of various regulations by the government to stop charcoal briquettes and other objects from being used to commit suicide, there has been a drop in the frequency that these objects are being used to commit self-harm, a report showed Thursday. The Korea Institute of Criminology and Justice [...]
SEOUL, Nov. 20 (Korea Bizwire) — Extruded charcoal briquettes, herbicides, and pesticides have been designated by the government as ‘suicide hazardous’ items. Accordingly, spreading information on the sale of charcoal briquettes or pesticides online to incite or assist with suicides will result in punishment of up to two years in prison or 20 million won [...]
SEOUL, Dec.9 (Korea Bizwire) – The ways in which Koreans choose to bid farewell to the old year are changing. Instead of endless drinking, activities such as enjoying cultural events or sharing love with those in need are increasingly popular options. The employees of Donga Department Store in Daegu will be having a gimbap (rice [...]