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MAFRA Unveils Success in Integrated Rural Care: Synergizing Social Farming and Medical Services

Rural care in South Korea is evolving into a comprehensive model that integrates agriculture, medical care, and essential life services. The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA) ann
Generative AI Use Triples Among Seoul Citizens, but Digital Divide Persists for Seniors

The adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly spreading across Seoul, but a significant "digital divide" remains as the elderly population struggles to keep pace with the technol

60-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison for Killing Wife Immediately After Restraining Order Expired

An appellate court has upheld a heavy prison sentence for a man in his 60s who brutally murdered his wife just one week after his court-ordered restraining order expired. The ruling highlights critica

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Vietnamese Animation Takes Center Stage at Annecy Film Festival: Hanoi, Vietnam – March 16, 2025 – In a landmark moment for Vietnamese cinema, four homegrown animation projects premie ...; Desk 2025.03.16

Vietnam and Israel Strengthen Ties Through Trade and Cultural Exchange: Tel Aviv, Israel – Vietnamese Ambassador to Israel, Ly Duc Trung, took to the airwaves on Israeli radio station FM 100 on Ma ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.03.16

Korean Duo Arrested for Operating Illegal Streaming Sites in Vietnam: SEOUL – Two Korean nationals have been apprehended for allegedly running illegal video streaming platforms in Vietnam, distr ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.03.16

South Korea's Water Industry Poised for a Second Renaissance in 2025: Water Korea 2025 to be Held: GOYANG, South Korea – The Korean water industry is gearing up for a significant resurgence with the announcement of Water Ko ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.16

Restaurant Owner Sentenced for Misrepresenting Origin of Chinese Kimchi in Stew: A restaurant owner in her 50s, identified as Ms. A, has been sentenced to six months in prison, suspended for two years, and fined ...; Desk 2025.03.16

Bank of Korea's Busan Branch Creates Unique Souvenirs from Shredded Banknotes: The Bank of Korea's Busan branch has garnered attention by creating various souvenirs, including keychains and envelopes, from shr ...; Desk 2025.03.16

Sejong City Affixes "Excellent Architectural Asset" Plaques to Culturally Significant Buildings: Sejong City has taken a significant step in preserving its cultural heritage by attaching "Excellent Architectural Asset" plaques ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.03.16

Busan's Autumn Festivals Shift Dates to Avoid National Sports Festival and Chuseok Rush: BUSAN - Local governments in Busan are proactively adjusting their autumn festival schedules to avoid clashing with the 106th Nati ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.16

Over 60% of Groundwater Tested Unsuitable for Drinking: With a population of 330,000 still relying on groundwater, a significant portion of it has either never been tested for quality or ...; Desk 2025.03.16

South Korea Denies Abduction of North Korean Defectors in Vietnam: Seoul, South Korea – The South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs has vehemently denied claims by a North Korean human right ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.03.16

Chinese Couple Arrested for Illegal Entry Attempt via Rubber Boat: Incheon, South Korea – The South Korean Coast Guard has apprehended two Chinese nationals in their 30s for attempting to ill ...; Min Gyu Mi Reporter 2025.03.16

Surge in Consulate Impersonation Scams Targets Korean Communities in North America: A disturbing trend of scammers impersonating officials from the South Korean Embassy and Consulates has emerged across North Ameri ...; Eunsil Ju Reporter 2025.03.16

South Korea Considers Introducing Mail-in and Electronic Voting for Overseas Citizens: The South Korean National Assembly has proposed amendments to the Public Official Election Act to introduce mail-in voting and, ev ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.16

Korea and Japan Finalize Logo and Slogan for 60th Anniversary of Diplomatic Normalization: A New Step Towards the Future: SEOUL/TOKYO – The governments of South Korea and Japan have announced the finalization of the official logo and slogan to co ...; KO YONG-CHUL Reporter 2025.03.16

South Korea Added to US 'Sensitive Country' List, Diplomatic Fallout Expected South Korea Classified as 'Other Designated Country' in US SCL: The United States' decision to add South Korea to the lowest tier of its 'Sensitive and Other Designated Countries List (SCL)' in ...; Desk 2025.03.16

Daejeon Jung-gu Park Golf Association Forms Massive Leadership Team, Pledges New Course: Daejeon, South Korea – The Daejeon Jung-gu Park Golf Association, led by President Oh No-kyun, has announced the formation o ...; HONG MOON HWA Senior Reporter 2025.03.16

U.S. and Philippine Naval Special Forces Strengthen Ties in Joint Training Exercise: EL NIDO, Philippines – U.S. Naval Special Warfare (NSW) operators and the Philippine Naval Special Operations Unit (NAVSOU) ...; Graciela Maria Reporter 2025.03.15

Electricity Becomes New Flashpoint in US-Canada Trade Relations: A recent trade dispute between the United States and Canada has escalated, with electricity emerging as a key point of contention. ...; Eugenio Rodolfo Sanabria Reporter 2025.03.15

Surge in Jeonse Fraud Victims Prompts Extension of Support Act in South Korea: Seoul, South Korea - The ongoing Jeonse (lump-sum deposit lease) fraud crisis in South Korea has led to a significant increase in ...; ONLINE TEAM 2025.03.15

Portable Battery Short Circuit Suspected in Air Busan Fire Incident: Gimhae, South Korea – Preliminary findings from an investigation into the Air Busan aircraft fire at Gimhae International Ai ...; Yim Kwangsoo Correspondent 2025.03.15