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Gov’t to Institutionalize Scattering of Cremated Ashes in Nature

Gov’t to Institutionalize Scattering of Cremated Ashes in Nature

SEOUL, Dec. 29 (Korea Bizwire) — The government plans to institutionalize the scattering of cremated ashes of the deceased at sea or in the mountains as part of efforts to establish an eco-friendly funeral culture. According to the plan published by the Ministry of Health and Welfare on Wednesday, the number of cremation furnaces will [...]

Korean War Hero Paik Laid to Rest

Korean War Hero Paik Laid to Rest

SEOUL/DAEJEON, July 15 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korea held a funeral service Wednesday for Paik Sun-yup, a legendary Korean War hero credited with saving the country from falling under the control of North Korea, with the Army chief vowing to firmly defend the country that Paik saved with “blood, sweat and tears.” U.S. Forces Korea [...]